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Putnam patriot., 1921-07-08

Miss Louise Mahew spent Che holi- day in Medfora and Worcester, Mass.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
MONTGOMERY APPEALS FROM STATE BOARDS RULING IN GAS CASE

Montgomery, January 22.-tSpecial.)- Notice of appeal to the circuit court from the decision of the public service com mission, giving the receiver of the Mont gomery Light and Water Power company the right to charge $2.1O per thousand feet for gas, was filed with the commission by the city commission of Montgomery Sat uiday, marking the first instance in the history of the commission where any in terest other than a transportation com pany has gone into court in an effort to obtain reversal of the commissions de- cision.
 Members of the Montgomery commis- sion filed with the public service commis- sion bond which will cover all costs Tn the event the city loses in the courts The case will be tried before a judge without jury. Ludlow Elmore, city attorney, also announced that the city will appeal from the order of Judge Henry D. Clay ton of the federal e1urt, giving the re- ceiyer the right torcharge $225 per thou sand feet
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
AMERICAN ARMY PROMISES AMPLE
 BEW OF OFFICERS
Constant Jockeying Indicates |,
 Final Result Will Be an Off,
 ficer to Every Ten Sol-
By HUGH W. ROBERTS Washington Bureau The Age Herald
 500 Davidson Building

Washington, January 22.-tSpeciai)-As result of constant jockeying with the man power of the United States army, the country will soon be apprised of the fact that for every 10 enlisted soldiers there will be one commissioned officer. Both houses of Congress have already taken action limiting the size of the army to Is, 5,O00 men, There are 17,00 officers.
 The subcommittee of the general ap- propriations committee now writing the military appropriation bill, will provide payment for an army not of 175,oO but 10000 men, As the size of the army is regulated by the money provided for pay nient and as Congress seems determined to take any action looking towards re- ducton of the national expense. 1t IS safe conclusion that the army Of the 1u- ture will number no more than 150O0O en- listed men, There will then be an officer for every nine men.
 The House, it is understood, will make an effort to reduce the number of or 1icers But the House probably will fail Representative Anthony of Kansas, m charge of the writing of the appropriation bill for the army, is in favor Of mann taining the r 900 officers intact. lie IS sustained by the American Legion, ana, naturally, by the officers.
 To the charge that there will be noun ing for these officers to do in view or the small number of enlisted men, MT. Anthony declares that officers are es- sential for training and preparation for emergency of the future. It is his ar sunlent that in event of war, an enlisted man can be prepared in a day, whereas wears are required to develop an officer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

covered and snow men, the. bowl being buried in d miniature mountain of sce.
 After the games the hostess served delightful salad course and ice course with green and white hints to her guests, who were Mrs. Clyde Call loway Mrs. A. D. Bell, Mrs. Arthur Cooley. Mrs. Tom Cook, Mrs Paris, Mrs. Cliff Bradley, Mrs. w. A. Coch> ran, Mrs. Penry Evans, Mrs. T. R. Mitchell. Mrs. A. D. Sturdivant, Mrs, Lester Sides, Mrs. Walter Gwin, Mrs. Percy Cowan. Mrs. Macon Williams Mrs. George Ross. Mrs. Tom Ben'on Mrs. Percy Benton, Mrs. F. M. Mat thews Mrs. J. c. Gwin, Mrs. M L. Morrill, and Miss Bessie Shaw.
 INTER SEE CLUB
 The Inter Sc club, a delightful so- 4cial organization, composed of the teachers of the high school, was enter tained Friday evening at the home of Judge and Mrs. J. c. B. Gwin on Clarendon avenue, with Miss Ivie Gwin. Miss Winifrcd Farr. Professor Collier and Professor Chester as. hosts for the occasion.
 Fortytwo was the game enjoyed by the guests throughout the evening after which delightful refreshments of Ia plate luncheon followed by ices and cake were served.
 Those who enjoyed this hospitality included: pr. and Mrs. l., l.. Vann, Professor and Mrs. C. C. Mosely. J Idge and Mrs. ]. c. B. Gwin, Miss Lady Portis, Miss Willie Johnson, Miss |Cullen Hanie Miss Claire White. Miss Ethel York, Miss Jessie Prlngle, fiss Annie Haggard, Messrs. John Donald son, Professor Cruthrsds, Kelly. In> gram, Irwin, White and Professor Collier and Chester.
 PERSONALS
 Miss Lucy Scarborough left Thurs day for D'Armandville, where she will visit relatives.
 Friends of the family will regret to learn of the serious illness of Mrs. A A.. Ross at her home in the city.
 A. E. Conner of Denison, Texas, is visiting his parents, Mir. and Mrs. w IG. Conner
 Miss Sidney Morton, who attends Agnes Scott college, will spend several days at home next week, arriving Wednesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
HBLOODY SHIPPERS" ARE ELEVATED BY' HARDING FAIRNESS.
President elects Prepared Statement at Atlanta Blot ting Out Lines StartIeS
 Professional Agitators
Fly HUGH W. ROBERTS wsshinstsn Bureau Tho Ago Herald
 Snn nauidann Rnildinn

Washington. January 22.-tSpecial.)- )-- When President -elect Harding in Atlanta last night declared that this was com mon country, and that he recognized no north and no south he alienated all that vast portion of the republican party which exists on the theory that the south must be ground under the heel
 Representatives Fess of Ohio and link ham of Massachusetts, who wave the bloody shirt" whenever it serves their purpose to do so, were noticcably de- pressed during the day. They seemed to believe that the President-elect meant what he said and that if their real ob- ject in life is ever achieved they will be compelled to elect still another repup- lican President.
 Democratic senators as a rule have all ways depended on the conservatism ana statesmanship of President-elect Harding. They have never entertained an idea that the south, because of his election, was in danger They have endeaVored to re- press the contention of some of their constituents that the representation of the south in Congress would be reduced, or that the south, to maintain it's present strength, must permit the negroes to enjoy equal rights with the whites.
 q was not surprised when President elect Harding uttered his Atlanta state ment last night" said Senator Harris Of Georgia "Following the election or Harding, I made the prediction that the south would have nothing to fear. The President-elect already fulfills that pre- diction."
 Similar statements were made by sen ators Underwood of Alabama, Dial ot South Carolina. Harrison of Mississippi, Mcclellan of Tennessee and Fletcher or Elerida. It was singular that no one of the democratic senators were concerned with the idea that Harding had bespoken false sentiments simply because he was in the south. and felt that while in Rome he must do as the Romans
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
MISSISSIPPI CENTRAL REDUCES SALARIES
 OF EVERY EMPLOYE
Rx Assnclnted Press

Hattiesburg. Miss, January 22- Wage reductions ranging from 10 to 30 per cent, effective February 1, and ap- plying to every person on the pay roll including officers and general manager, were announced today by the Mississippi Central railroad. Reduc- tions for conductors and trainmen be- come effective February 19 because of contract with men of these crafts.
 More than 250 persons arc affected. Before announcing the reduction, due to losses of from S300O0 to s50,00o a month. General Manager |. E. Faulk- ner stated that he had consulted with most of the men. and said they showed fine spirit of cooperation. Mir. Faulkner stated: Tt is either matter of cutting all salaries and wages or abandoning the operation of the road as a common carrier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
DIXIE HIGHWAY IS
 ASSURED BY ISSUE
 OF $250, ,000 BONDS

Jasper. Tenn, January fo.--Completion of the Dixie highway which will provide a. hard road from the Great Lakes to the extreme end of Florida, is assured by the recent vote to issue s25o,0O0 in bonds by Marion county, and the head way on projects along the highway planned by the Georgia highway depart ment.
 The Marion county portion has been the line between the north and the south which prevented tourists from travelling in comfort over the noted thoroughfare. Tennessee and the federal government will match the amount of Marion county with $750,OO0. making total of slVO,oo to be used on the highway in the county this year The section is across the Cumberland mountains through spars- 1y settled country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
SULPHUR CLEARS
 ROUGH, RED SKIN
Face, Neck and Arms Easily Made Smooth, Says Specialist

Any breaking out of the skin, even fiery itching eczema, can be quickly overcome by applying a little Mentho- Sulphur declares a noted skin special ist Because of it's germ destroying properties. this sulphur preparation begins at once to soothe irritated skin and heal eruptions such as rash, pin- pies and ring worm.
 It seldom fails to remove the tor ment and disfigurement, and you do not have to wait for relief from em barrassment improvement quickly shows. Sufferers from skin trouble should obtain small jar of Mentho- Sulphur from any good druggist and use it like cold cream.--Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
ANNAPOLIS TEAMS WIN
 GAMES AND SWIM MEET

Annapolis. Md, January 23.-The Annapolis basketball team today de- defeated army officers from Camp Hum phreys, Va, 2S to 12, and the swim ming team bested University of Penn sylvania's tank men, 29 to b. The middle relay team clipped fifth ot second from the academy record for 150 yards. Midshipman Amory won the 10O-yard swim in 56 S-5 seconds, 4-5 seconds better than the former record.
 In the distance plunge Kohler, Pennsylvania, covered the 60-foot stretch in 27 3-5 seconds, l 1-5 sec onds better than the naval record
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
PASSPORTS INCREASE
 AT ENORMOUS PERCENT

Washington January 22-(Speclal.)- The department of state during the year 1920 issued 164 ,354 passports, an average or 1379j passports month. This volume of passport business was 6ol per cent. greater than was handled in 1915, just pre- ceding the World war. The passport fees taken in for the last half year, July December 1920, have totalled more than half a million dollars in cases of apph- cations made in the United States alone The total in the volume of passport pusl- i,ess in nine years is shown by the 1oi- lowing compilation of totals of passports issued: 1912, 21,719; 1913, 2S, 4oS; 1914, D,oW' 1915 23.119: 1916. 23,11s; 1917. 37.6l5; 1918, 56s2S; 1913. 97,952; 1920, 16i,354. The total for the last nine years is 46S,47S while the yearly average for the last nine years IS 6o O53
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
IMPURE WATER CAUSES
 EPIDEMIC OF TYPHOID

Huntsville January 22.--(Spectai.) There are ten cases of typhoid Fever among school children of the Farley school district, eight miles south of Huntsville. according to reports re- ceived by the Madison county health department, Dr. Carl Grote, city and county health officer, says the infec- tion came from drinking water shat was hauled to the school from various places. The source of infection is be- ing hunted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
TUSCALOOSA PLANNING : GREAT RECEPTION FOR
 "ClTY OF TUSCALOOSA

TuscnIoosn, January 22.--tspf- ciaI.---The steel barge City of Tus- caIoosa will arrive here Mondry ar Tuesday. having left Mobile Frl- day morning.
 On tho arrival of the bDrge, named for Tuscaloosa, it will be announced by the blowing of every whistle in the city. and one hour afterwards exercises will be held at Lock II. Judge W. ". Brandon and Dr. J. r. Thomas of the university will he the speakers.
 Miss Werner, who christened tho barge. with her maids of honor will take part In the exercises. One of the young ladies, Is Miss Rosa Greene of Birmin gham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

Women's Christian association, are taught in three divisions. There is the beginners classes, where the fender product is gradually hardened and "sct up for the later work in the advanced class, another division, and the reduc- ing classes for the purpose of reducing women and girls of overweight.
 The director tells of the fine effects of each class, the most obviously effective being the reducing class. Here the heavy exercises are given for different parts CT the body. The falling off of the weight is not as quick in this way as in more extreme methods, but it is done with safety and health.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
FAMILY FIGHT ENDS
 DISMALLY FOR TWO

Anniston, January 22.--(Special.)- )- James Hazel of Blue mountain is under the treatment of physicians at his home while his son-in-law, Monroe Gables, is being held at the county jail under a charge of assault with a knife, the two men having engaged in fam fly fight at that place Friday night. Gables alleges that his father-in- law attacked him with a chair, and later made an effort to shoot him, and that he used his knife to cut his way to SafetY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
BOULDER WRECKS TRAIN
Negro Fireman Killed and Mail Clerk
 Is Injured

Roanoke, January 22.-(Special.) )-Ihe passenger train on the Atlanta, BIT mingham and Atlantic railroad bound ioI Rirn,ingham. was wrecked early this morning at Kirk, a flag station in the western part of this county, caused by boulder falling on the track. The engine was overturned and the fireman, Jonn Robertson, negro, was instantly killed w. M. Clark, negro, mail clerk, was m jured, though not seriously. None or the messengers were injured further than seyara shaIing up so far as reported. Traffic was blocked for many hours
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

The record made for losing weight in the reducing class is 30 pounds in four months In the other classes where girls enter with faulty posture. consisting of weak and bent backs, bent heads, flat chests and loose or lax abdominal mus cles, the change in appearance and health is very gratifying. "rhe changes produced in slese girls says Miss Wol- fram lis very much the same that in the soldier during training in the re- cent war. They learn to breathe more freely. stand erectly and their circula- tion is improved. Physical traiaing makes women, just as it does men, bet ter fitted for the duties and responsi- bilities of life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
WRECK KILLS ONE
A., B. & A. Engine Turns Over In
 Pins Fireman Beneath

Roanoke, Januaryq 22.-in the wreck of a westbound passenger train of the s.- lanta, Birmingham and Atlantic railroad at Kirk, west of this place, early to- day, John Robertson, negro fireman. was instantly killed and a negro mail clerk, Will Clark. was painfully injured. The engine of the train was overturned and Robertson was pinned underneath. Pas ser gers escaped without severe shaking up Traffic was tied up for several hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
BIRTHDAY PARTY

Mrs. J. H. Wiles was delightful host ess of Saturday. entertaining at her country home, "Wiidwold,'' in honor of the birthday anniversary of her daugll- ters, Mrs. J. C. Wilson of Fairfield and little Aljo Wiles
 The guests who were invited to spend the day motored out before luncheon. Balmy, spriaglike weather which ore vailed throughout the day, with the nat ural surroundings of wooded hills and open fields, added to the attractiveness of .sWildwold' on this occasion.
 At noon an elaborate luncheon was served, after which the grown-up guests, enjoyed games of bridge. and the chil- dren games in the open air.
 The guests who shared this delightful hospitality were Mrs. J. H. Grove. Mrs. w. w. Holingsworth, Mrs. w, l.. Rush. Mrs. Charles Ray. Mrs. Kate Waller, Mrs, c. E. Rodenberg, Mrs. E. P. Lacey, Mr4 Joe Little, Mrs. Bruce Enider. Mrs Charles utchins, Mrs. Charles Long, Mrs. John Snider, Mrs. T. J. McCollum. Mrs. Charles zeigler, Mrs. R. A. Carleton, Mrs. Peyton McEniry, and the young guests were Claudia Smith, Bill Zeigier, Minnie J. Wilson, Frances Rush. Mur- ray. Hugh McEniry and John Howard McEniry, Virginia Austin, Carlyle, Wil liam. Catherine Jordan ~and Prince Briggs Joe A. Little. Jr.. and little Nal lie McColluD
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

One of the gymnasium classes at the Young Women's Christian association. taught by Miss Lillie May Wolfrair' physical director, which has announced an annual exhibition for Thursday eve ming in the gymnasium of the Young Mems Christian association.
 The exhibition will consist of setting-up exercises, dances, games, club work and general gymnastics. The director says it is not a specially prepared exhibition, but public class work. The opening hour is S:30 o'clock in the evening, and the public is invited.
 These gymnasium classes, specially maintained and taught by the Young
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
INVITE BRITISH GOLFERS

New York. January 22.--A combined Oxford Cambridge golf team has been invited to compete in the annual in- tercollegiate championship tourna- ment at the Greenwich tConn.) Coun- try club June 28-July 2. Cyril J. Tol- lev. British amateur champion, Is a member of the Oxford team.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
HIGH SCHOOL PLAY

sIt Pays to Advertiss's ds the name of the pretentious play which will be pre- sented by. the senior class of the nigh school on next Thursday evening at the high school audttorium- The play Iis given under the direction of the oppression department of the school, under the supervision of Miss Jessie pringle, expression teacher.
 ' This is 2 standard play upon which royalty has to be paid for the use oi 1t, and Is the first time 1t has been presented by high school The cast Includes the members of the senior olass. who ars Min Ivie Pearl Nay.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
SERMON FOR MASONS
Pastor Will Deliver Spe-
 cial Address

.Greenville. /January 2,-(Speeial) )-Dr. Richard Wilkinson, rector of the St Thomas Episcopal church. will preach special sermon to the Masons sunday night, January S0 The members of the local Masonic lodges will attend the ser vice in body and will occupy reserved pews. pr. Wilkinson is forceful speaker and his series of special sermons is at tracting great interest, and much good Is being received from the discourses
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
JUNIOR MATRONs' CLUB

Mrs. Guy Wilson entertained the Junior Matrons' club Friday afternoon at her home on Clarendon avenue. Narcissi and ferns were used in the adornment of the attractive home and formed a lovely set ting for the guests. After 2 series of games of 42, the club prize, guest prize and consolation, all of which were cor saRe bouauets were awarded Mrs- George Cochran. Mrs. Schuyler Harris and Mrs. J. H. Blue.
 After the games a delicious salad course with coffee was served the guests. who included Mrs. Peyton McEniry. Mrs. s. w. Wrigh.. Mrs Frank Diffley. Mrs. Il. W. Alien. Mrs. Ed Deshaso. Mrs. M C Ragsdale, Jr.. Mrs. T. R. Mitchell Mrs. Kittren Trotter. Mrs. Cecil Cowan, MS. Jim Donaldson, Mrs. J. c. Pope, Mrs. B. Harris. Mrs. 2. B. 0win, Mrs. John Eagan. Mrs Joe Lacey, Mrs. George Cochran, Mrs. Sam Huey. Mrs. Bruce Snider. Mrs George Woodrow and Miss Mary Mildred Woodrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
HUSBAND IS JAILED.
 WIFE IS COMPLAINANT

Huntsville, January s1.-(Spe- cjal.}-On . warrant sworn out by his wife, Howard Woods, . 4aKmer of Moore's Hill was arrested yes- teraay and placed in jail. The charEe is assault and battery on his wife.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
Dies In Florida

Huntsville, January 22.-- SSpecial,) )--- Mrs. James H. Mayhew, prominent Huntsville woman, who was spending the winter in Florida, died Thursday night in Miami. Fla, according to private messages received Friday. She had been i'll only few days. The Iody will be brought to Huntsville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

Youthfulness, fitness and efficiency are closely linked trio, with fitness as the greatest of the three. Having youth and efficiency depends so tremendously on fitness or health that l think we can call the latter the source and fountain of the other two. Everyone wants to pc young; that goes without saying. ard nowadays efficiency is the keynote of success. Health, a womans natural birthright, keeps her young, efficient and confident. I believe that the physical training is one of the best steps toward training, and I have had every opportu- nity to see it tried out"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
FORTY-TWO CLUB

The Thursday Forty-two club was entertained Saturday afternoon by Mrs. Charles Bently at her home on Clarendon avenue. A profusion of ferns, Persian violets and roses were used in the decoration of the reception rooms. Punch was served by Mrs. M. l.. Morrill, from table decorated With snow scenes. miniature ttees snow~
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
. Lost

Pearl sunburst with diamond in center. Especially valued as it was a gift from my mother. Liberal re- ward. Mrs. May Belle Brown, 21O9 Dartmouth Ave, Bessemer 536-W.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
New Bank Chief

Columbus, Miss, January 22-tSpecial) G. Y. Banks, a prominent hardware mer- chant of the city, has been elected presl- dent of the First State bank, succeeuing the late R. T Williams, who served as ,resident for . number of years All other officers of the First State, as well as the three other banks, here. were re- e1ectd.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

pUNCTURES vULCAN1ZED, 1Be. ALI
 WORK GUARANTEED PRUITT-S PLACE, 514 $. 10TH ST
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

who has the leading ladys 5at,' George Rains, the leading mans lole; Clarence Johnson, Sidney kartus, MISS Bernice Hagler, Miss Blanche Skews, Bill Thomas, Mitchell Harkins. Hoyt sherman, Lonnie Parsons Joe Bivona.
 Rehearsals are being held daily with much enthusiasm and interest shown by the students.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

Accept ACalifornia" Syrup of Fiss only-look for the name California on the package, then you are sure, your child is having the best and most harmless physic for the little stomach, liver and bowels. Children love it's fruity taste. Full direc- tions on each bottle. You must say "Califcrnia." ."-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

The Young Womans Auxiliary of the First Baptist church will meet Monday afternoon at o'clock at the home of Miss Ruth Edwards
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

Woodmen of the World, Camp s1, will hold meeting on Wednesday evening Jnuary 26, when delegates to head the camp will be elected Other important matters will come Up for consideration and all members are urged to attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

All bands of the Woman's Missionary Union of the Baptist church will meet Monday afternoon at o'clock at the church in q business meeting. full attendance is urged
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23

All circles of the Woman's Auxiliary of the First Presbyterian church will meet Monday afternoon at the church in a business meeting, and Circle No. ? will be hostess. The hour will be o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
AT THE CHURCHES

Dr. Torrey will hold services at he First Presbyterian church Sunday at II o'clock in the morning, at o'clock in the afternoon for men only, and in the evening. The offering at all -hese services will be for pr. Torrey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-23
ANNOUNCEMENTS

The St. Agnes Guild of Trinity Epls- copal church will meet Monday after noon at 8 o'clock at the home of Mrs A. K. Williamson on Arlington avenue.
 The Missionary society of the Jones' boro Methodist church will meet Monday afternoon at o'clock with Mrs. B. E. In- gram at her home in Jonesboro