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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
BUILT MILLIONS ON A SONG

Jonn Goiuen, Tn LeSlteA.
 Everybody Is writing plays and any body, getting hold of the money or the credit, can produce one. One day about seven years ago Winchell Smith said to me- Let's produce 8 play" I had just received check for $4so0 as royalty on a song. "Good-by. Girls, I'm Through" Scenting that something might happen that would require money. I had put that check into a special bank account in the old Astor Trust company. The money was rest less. So I answered.:
 Let's"
 We agreed that wer would go fifty fifty, shook hands, and a pair of pals had formed play producing organiza- tion. Since then we have handled some millions of dollars. but the partnership has never been evidenced by anything more than that first handshake-and it never will be.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
State Mourns Death
 of Col. w. T. Sanders

O IL Alabama will be shocked to AA learn of the death of Col. w. T. Sanders of Athens. He was man of the old school of southerners who had been of distinct service to his state, both in public and in private life. Characterised by unusual ability, he possessed a grace and charm of man. ner which endeared him to all who came in contact with him.
 Among public men of the state he became most intimately known fol- lowing his election to the position of national committeeman by the demo- cratic party of Alabama. He entered upon the duties connected with that office with sincerity and devotion that could have come only from a lofty adherence to the principles and tenets of the party.
 His presence will be sincerely missed and he will be mourned by thousands of devoted admirers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
THE BANKS O. DOON

By Robert Burns. Ye banks and braes O bonnie Doon,
 How can ye bloom sac fresh and fair? How can ye chant. ye little birds,
 And sac weary, flu O. care! Thou'lt break my heart. thou warblipg
 bird.
 That wantons thro' the Towering
 thorn; Thou minds me Q departed joys.
 ueparted-never to return! Aft hae rov'ds by bonnie Doom
 To see the rose and woodbine twine: And ilka bird sang O its luve, And fondly sac did To mine. WI lightsome heart pu'd rose < Flu sweet upon its thorny tree;s And my fause luser stole my rose; < But. ah!<he lekt the thorn VI ae.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
THE sCHWAB BRIBE STORY

From the Baltimore American.
 Now it comes about that Charles NJ. schwab, who some people were intimat- ing several months ago tried to skin" this government out of paltry $170,- 900, or similar amount, turned down a "bribe" offer of $100.oO0,0o0 from the Germans for his Bethlehem plant and same plant from the British. As far as the German offer went Schwab could have sold out with immense profit to himself and without treachery to any, body, although the sale to the Germans would not have been in keeping with his business obligations to Kitchener.
 He could have sold to the British without even the slightest moral cost to himself, except the moral cost of be- ing willing to take advantage of fear to exact an enormous price. But he did neither. He kept the plant. He kept his contracts with Kitchener. Later he turned out munitions and lot of other things for the United States government when America went into the war.
 This story, which reads like fairy lively disposes. if such disposition were needed, of the insiuations against schwab concerning his business with the shipping board. A man who refuses millions from foreign governments through objection ofA steady business conscience would not likely stick" his nvxrv RN. dred thousands.
 The scandal mongers from now on. probably will look elsewhere than to- ward Schwab for their material.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
The Place That Grows

There IS one thing that always strikes you when you visit Birming- ham," said J. D. Mccartney, assistant general passenger agent of the Central Of Georgia, with headquarters in Savannah. '"rhe characteristic of Bir- mingham that stands out pre-eminent- ly Is that of growth. Most all cities grow some. but Birmingham grows in such a marked manner that it is par ticular1y notable, Not only do we wis., itors notice the growth each time we growth that is to take place prior 10 our next visit"
 MT. Mccartney and J. D. Mallory, in- dustrial agent of the Central, spent yesterday in Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03

Birmingham, high-grade coal good for grates and furnaces is obtainable for $7.50 to $8.50. There is coal that costs more, but fuel satisfactory for home purposes is obtainable at these prices.
 A Montana bachelor refuses to pay the tax on bachelors levied in that state because maids refused him. That's no excuse. He should have looked around for a widow.
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 The British navy, which had few op- portunities to demonstrate during the war, may yet give a demonstration in the North sea for the benefit of recalcitrant Germany.
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 Lenine is said to have a sense of humor. Maybe that's why he laughs when dispatches from abroad tell him he's losing his grip on Russia.
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 By the time law is passed pro- hibiting coffee there will be another law on the statue books forbidding 40 winks after the alarm clock rings.
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 The road to operatic success is hard, says a magazine writer. But after an artist arrives" her path is strewn with prostrate impresarios.
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 What is Russian asks a writer in things, but chiefly hotbed of bol- shevism.
 Wholesale bomb dealers who pre- pared for May Day uprisings must have been left with large stocks on hand
 Poverty is playing havoc with Turkish harems. The time has come when supporting one wife is a mans size job.
 The allies are sticking so close to- gether there is barely enough room for Germany to insert another note. ,- x *
 While not exactly on its last legs, radicalism in some parts of the coun- try is feeling the need of a pulmotor. While a verminous immigrant may turn out to be a good citizen, the chances are slightly against him. j. * # Freemont O., reports shortage Of milk bottles. Is 1t possible that they are being used for something else?
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 Thus far the democrats have made little progress toward pulling them selves together for hostilities in 1924.
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 The first peaches of the season have arrived in Birmingham wearing a blush that is natures own. E x E
 The approach of the vacation sea- son finds too many workers taking the enforced kind. F E F France announces that she is pre- pared to strike. It's Berlin's move. + ,. The manufacture of "hooch" in Bos- ton is not confined to cultured circles g x g The first June wedding is less than a month off. Last call for trousseaus!
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
ON DRY BoArss

From the, Pittsburg Dispatch.
 The ocean has returned to normalcy Sea serpents are being reported again.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
so11vENIR pn GuERRr

SOUVENIR DE GUERRE T see where another ex-servics man has been divorced from his war souvenir"
 His whatT' His French bride"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
ADRIFT WITH THE TIMES
OUT OF LUCK

OUT OF LUCK
 I'd hate to live
 Beyond the Rhine
 And feel I had
 To pay a fine
 Cause war lords, full
 Of beer and mirth,
 Set out one day
 To whip the earth.
 MUCH BETTER T want to tell her that I love her. but don't know how to begin" Just get firm grip on yourself and-'
 why not get firm grip on the girI?"
 OUGHT TO BE THERE Have you The Laughing Man. by Victor HugoY T don't know, ma'am," said the new clerk. but we have a large assort- ment of joke books in the rear. Step this way, please"
 A MOURNER T understand prohibition enforce ment officers poured 100 gallons of whisky into 8 sewer this morning." 'Mr. Jagsby was there" "Yes?" With his hat in his hand and a piece of crepe on his arm."
 NO MORE NIGHTS OUT "As for that bachelor girl who got married the other day" "well?' Was 1t case of true lover" Apparently so. She surrendered her latch key"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
Distinct Improvement
 Ushered in During April

A TIER detailing the obstacles to E& final and complete readjustment still in the way, the federal reserve board admits that "the month of April gives evidence of an improved feel ing developing with regard to business and the outlook generally"
 So far as the Birmingham district is concerned, there have been actual changes for the better. There has been marked improvement in num- Der of lines. If not yet anything to brag about" as the captains of in- dustry declare, in comparison with the low points, the change has been decided.
 April bank clearings were more than $s,000,000 ahead of March. This reverses the customary order, March from time immemorial, leading April.
 The investment total for the first four months of the year foots up over S8, ,000, ,000, and marks new high rec ord.
 The steel trade is confessedly stronger here as elsewhere in the country. One independent steel mill which got to as low as 10 per cent of production in February and early March, is at 50 per cent in several departments and is preparing to ex- pand operations.
 Seventeen soil pipe shops in Ala bama are in operation compared with less than half 3 dozen two months ago. This is in response to the build ing movement in the south. Home building in Birmingham is making new records this year.
 The iron market is firmer in price tone and the inquiry is brisker with more sales of small tonnage.
 Several counties have voted road bonds and others are about to do so.
 It is foolish not to accept the bet ter things and attach the weight to them which they deserve.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03

From the American Legion Weekly. Now cough"
 "Sign here.'
 When do we eat?" Haven't any S's. Take a pair oi 10's." W There's a soldier in the grass" You're in the army now" Treat lem rough"
 Read 'em and weep"
 All we do is sign the pay roll" Its a great life if you don't weaken"
 "The first seven years are the hard est"
 Where do we go from here?" A You can't stand there, soldier" "Oo-la-la." Lafayette, we are here" Let's go."
 Any seconds on gold fish?" "Madelon, Madelon, Madeion." Encore the win rouge, see VOC play Foot sweet, monsieur" 'Is your right arm paralyzed?" Mother, take down your servic. flag; your sons in the S. O. S." Bon soir, ma cherie, ou allez vous?' Paint it with iodine and mark him duty" "Son fairy Ann.'
 Heaven, Hell or Hoboken by Christ mas"
 "Etpt Ia ruerrav "In the army. the army. the demo- cratic army So this is Paris"
 "Hinky-dinky. parlez vous."
 If ever get out of this man. army"
 Who won the war;"
 There's long, long trail a-wind. Ing"
 When do we go homer We've paid our debt to Lafayette who the heck do we owe now?" When the cruel war Is over." Say 'ah-h-h' and sign here" "Ixat'a eat"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
Markham Sounds Warning
 on Winter Coal Supply

on winter Ooal supply V7TILL the public, which consists of wv all coal users, allow itself to be caught mapping this year or will it profit by experience and lay in a supply early while coal is more easily and quickly obtained at lower price
 c. H.. Markham, president of the Illinois Central railroad, has issued a timely warning. He calls attention to the proverbial car shortage in the fall when every business wants cars at the same time, and mines run short of a supply. That makes coal diff cult to obtain and affords the dealer so inclined an opportunity to raise the price to the consumer. Many coal-consuming manufacturers act as foolishly as the householder and pay the forfeit. Mir. Markham calls at- tention to the inevitable when he says:
 It is clear that unless coal deal-
 CTS and consumers profit by the
 lessons of the past and begin at
 once to lay in necessary fall and
 winter supplies another coal
 shortage will be brought about. More than 25o.o open top cars are now standing idle. Nearly one-
 half of the open top equipment of
 the Illinois Central is idle. Coal
 operators are in a position to pro-
 duce and the railroads in d posi-
 ton to move a large tonnage of
 coal"
 It is timely warning and coal consumers will take notice or stand the consequences.
 As for the individual consumer in
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
Society "Moonshining"
 as Practiced in Boston

1f7HE exclusive Back Bay section
 U of Boston has been invaded by prohibition enforcement officers. Their heavy hands were laid on no less a parsonage than Louis Agassiz Shaw, scientist, Harvard professor and mem Der of one of Boston's oldest families, with a place of honor in the Blue book. MT. Shaw's "still'' was pronounced a marvel of efficiency. It had capac- ity of 10 gallons, and it's output was used to give more motive power to punches served at social functions in the Shaw mansion. It was in a pri- vate laboratory adjoining the ball. room, an ideal location, one might say.
 When the officers arrived with their
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
Tragedy in Their Looks

T don't believe I ever saw such distressed look on the faces of people as l did yesterday on number of the unemployed who had attended a meeting at Woodrow Wilson park" said Mrs. William H. Wells. T hap pened to be coming down the street and l met a number of the men and there was tragedy In their looks. In fact, some of them looked so des- perate that I was at a loss to account for 1t and walked into drug store and asked one of the clerks what it meant. He told me it was just the unemployed stances and worried over their inability to secure work"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
pr. Stuart Improving

T am sure that the many friends of pr. George Stuart will be pleased to Baltimore, where he is at present." said pr. J. C. Morris, that after thorough examination by the consult ing experts he has been assured that with proper care and treatment that he will be able to return to take up his work a s pastor of the First Meth odist church, but that he will nave to resolutely turn his back upon all out side engagements.
 He realizes that he has had a close call from a most serious nervous breakdown, and that it will be neces- sary for him to slow up"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
PRoHIBIrIvE

When we contemplats tho prices On a printed bill of fare We don't need the "doc's" advfces As to exercising care In the choice of simple. dishes That will never bring about, Much against diners wishes, That affliction called the goua.
 PAUL COOK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
SPIRITUAL FARE


 SPIRITUAL FARE Are you receiving contributions foe the poor?'
 "Yes. maam," replied the welfare worker. This Is the place" q have photograph and about 10o records rd like to donate" ''welI find . use for them. soane- how, maam. The bard says music is the food of love, but in the ordinary sf- fairs of life don't believe 1t can cake the place of ham and eggs-7
 RURAL ACTOR Are you going to take summer boarders this year, MT. Cobblesss I'm in Quandary about that~ How sop
 Most of tn summer boardees rvS ever had kinder expected me to speak dialect so they could say, Isn't hA ouaintr but since my daughter cams back from college. she won't stand for it."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
 AND ELSEWHERE
BirminEham Boz Honored

First number of the Alabama Farm . er." which Is being published by the senior class in agriculture at Auburn college, has provoked much favorable comment. "Of course feel pride ill the new paper" said Robert Jacobs, because my son, Nose Jacobs, Is edi- tor in chief of the publication. He Is also class orator. We old fellows live over again in our children and 1t is a pleasure to know that they are giving a good account of themselves"
 4 Heyered Citizen
 One of the most revered citizens in Jefferson county is still hale and hearty at the advanced age of s4 years" said Ross c. Smith. "Col. W. P. Hickman has attained that age, but gets about as usual in his daily walks about Trussville. He has an excellent mem ory and it Is extremely interesting to hear him talk about the old times and the pioneers of this section.
 Colonel Hickman was member of the board of revenue for several terms and served at one time with the late Gen. George l.. Thomas. He has nu- merous kin all over the county and is honored by all who have known him."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
MUCH BETTER

T want to tell her that I love her, but I don't know how to begin"
 Just get firm grip on yourself
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03
OUGHT TO BE THERE

With his hat in his hand and a. piece of crepe on his arm"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03

why not get firm grip on the girl?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03

A MORNING PRAYER Before I pray that my dream may come true, make me very sure, dear Lord, that I am dreaming of truth. Amen.-M. $. B.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-03


 preacher.
 Yes, there was one page devoted tu mems apparel, but the French, while setting fashions for the feminine world. have never been able to become arbi- ters in the kingdom of men, and has always had to look with jealous eye across the channel to London. l scanned the page closely, but without the least desire to buy. as. without question, better assortment can De found here In Birmingham, and al more reasonable prices. l am not saying this merely as a local boost. but be- cause 1t Is true.
 The catalogue itself in comparison with a Sears Roebuck one, so far as bulk Is concerned. bears about the sams relation as to postage stamp does to a family Bible. All prices in it are marked in French money, and custom CTS are requested to order by numbers 5 Now comes the surprise, for bold line states that "On special request all purchases made of dresses, coats, trous- seaux. lingerie and all millinery goods are delivered free in London by air Tn 24 hours"
 pleasing feature is the announce ment that "The staff is requested to show the greatest politeness." My, how wish that this might not come as a request from the heads of some of ou department stores. but that 1t might be issued as an order, ana q failure -u obey 1t, punished by instant dismissal, for have suffered much from the arrogance of certain salesladies ana salesmen,, and yet, on the other hand. In some of our best stores there is a quiet courtesy which makes shopping q delight and pleasure and not a near riot.
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20
SCHOOL LIBRARY
is ONE LITTLE
ATTIC BOOK CASE

One little attic book case, with less
.han hundred volumes Of pure fic-
ton, is the extent Of the library of the
Franklin School, the city's largest and
one of it's most important schools.
This little beginning was made pos
sible only by the enterprise of the
Students and some Of the faithful
teachers Of leadership and vision.
There are no books for reference
eading; no valuable volumes that
should be available in every school for
,orollary reading, and no place even
for quiet and careful reading.
Next Friday the school children are
going to launch an intensive campaign
for funds for library. The cause is
a worthy one, and every citizen who
has the interests of the children at
heart should respond literally to this
fund.
All the homes from which the chill
dren come are not equipped with fine
libraries. Therefore, good slogan
for the campaign might be: "Give
Every Child an Equal Chancc isa the
Race of Life by providing good
books IN the schools.
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20
Button, Button;
Have You Got a
C. of C. Button?

Columbus boosters In the future
will wear a big Booster Introductory
button.
1t is an elaborate affair, inches
in diamater, finished in handsome
colors. On its face are the words,
chamber of Commerce." and the
name of the wearer, his '"nicblame"
and his line of business.
President Lipscomb was so impress
ed with the button, when asked his
opinion of it and if he would take
one exclaimed; eyes, I'll take two"
The button is to be attached to the
lapel Of the coat and will be worn on
all committee work and Oh special
booster trips.
Secretary Stephens is taking orders
for the buttons, and they are rs cents
each. Get your order in now and be
booster.
1t is hoped to have the buttons here
in time for the Warrior booster trip
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20

Cries for help from starving
and dying children and suffering
humanity in Europe and else
where in The world found cordial
and warm response from a Column
bus organization of noble wcmen
the past week.
Yesterday, Mrs. Dabney Lips
comb, treasurer of the Ladies
Reading Circle, sent in to The
Dispatch Fund check for $500
from the members of the Circle.
This is splendid and generous
response, and an example that
many other organizations might
well emulate.
Mr.. Il. 7. Ferridy, manager of
the Refuge Cotton Oil Company.
busy man at the head of a big
manufacturing enterprise, found
time to make n little canvass of
the employees of his office, and
sends check for $500.
Another contributor, a man of
means, sends in a check for $40.
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20
BUREAU FORMED
AT MOUNT ZION

Another local branch of the Lown-
DIES County Farm Bureau was or
ganized in the Mt. Zion section Fri
day night at an enthusiastic meet
ing of the citizens of that neighbour
hood.
DR.. F. M. Vaughan was elected
president and Mr.. Craddock Boyd was
selected as secretary.
Fifteen members were enrolled and
the meeting was one of the most en-
thusiastic that has been held in the
county. Mr.. Bedenbaugh, Extension
Agent of the A.. and NJ. College, said
it was one of the best meetings he has
attended in the State.
Secretary O. J.. Stephens represent
ed the Chamber of Commerce at the
meeting and County Agent Paul
Wells was also present.
The next meeting will be held on
Friday night, February %, at which
time questions of Importance will be
discussed.
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20
CAMPAIGN FOR
SCHOOL LIBRARY
BIG MOVEMENT LAUNCHED
FOR LIBRARY AT FRANK
LIN SCHOOL
DRIVE NEXT FRIDAY
Students Will Canvass for Sub
scriptiOns Friday.-Need of
Library is Emphasized
On All Sides.

A campaign for funds with which
to establish a library at the Franklin
School has been organized and it viii
be staged in one day, next Friday,
February 25th.
There is cryingSneed for library
facilities at the Franklin School and
recognizing the great need of the
same the teachers and children have
organized campaign for funds, and
the people Of Columbus will be ask
ed to subscribe to fund which win
be sufficient to establish at least the
foundation of a library which is es-
sential to efficient work in the school.
The library campaign committee is
composed of Misses Gordon, Nc
Gowan and Eckford, and plans for the
drive have been completed and all
is ready for the launching Of the in
tensive work next Friday morning.
School will be dismissed at 10
O'Clock in the morning and the chill
dren will be given blanks on which to
secure the subscriptions. The stu
dents will re-assemble at 2 o'clock at
which time reports of the results Of
the campaign will be announced.
The spirit of friendly contest has
been made part of the campaign.
The Odd and Even Glasses, that is the
odd and even numbered classes in the
school, will contest for honors, and
the child securing the largest amount
of contributions will be awarded a
valuable book.
1t is hoped to raise at least $4,000.
1t is estimated that this amount will
be. necessary to purchase necessary
equipment and sufficient number
Of books to form the foundation Of
good working library.
Friday, February rs, Is the time,
all Columbus is the place, and all the
people are the principals.
The Columbus dispatch. (Columbus, Miss.) 19??-1922, 1921-02-20
COLUMBUS BOY
WINS HONORS

The Dispatch is in receipt of an
official communication from the Pres
;dent of the Southwestern Presoy-
terrain University, advising of the
winning of distinction and the
achieving of distinguished scholas-
tic record by Mr.. Joe B. Love, Jr., a
Columbus student at the University
and the son of Mr.. and Mrs. j. 3. Love
of this city.
Mr. Love won a mark of distinction
in the mid-year examinations by lead
ing his class in History. His many
friends back home congratulate him
most heartily on the fine record he
has attained.