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The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21

Even if MT. Ford isn't the richest man in the world, the we'll known wolf would have hard time getting within hailing distance of his door.
 It is said that only two French newspapers favor Clemenceaus visit to America. Extra ordinary as it may seem, one is his own paper.
 x Anyone wishing to spoil an otherwise per feet day can do so by calling up fuel mer- chant and asking the price of coal. The bonus has many friends fin the lower house of Congress-friends who know they don't hold their jobs for life.
 x x A flapper IS years old won $35,00o at Deauville playing chemin de fer, which isn't as complicated as chess
 x x x Clemenceau really must come over for a visit. Frenchmen who say exactly what they think are rare birds. There is a great deal to worry about these days, but there are no indications that bustles are coming back.
 We'll have to acknowledge that the world would be a duer place without the antics of the movie stars.
 * < x It is still safe for an editor in Memphis to remark that he thinks it's going to rain.
 < < Mustapha Renal Pasha is no fool He knows how to hesitate in the hour of victory.
 * "The Turkl He Comes v-Macon Tele- graph. The Greekl He Skedaddlesl
 < x x Tibet, the last stronghold of privacy will  be shown up in the movies.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21

if it means war. Realizing that the other aIlies particularly France, are lukewarm, she announces that she will fight alone, if neces- sary.
 Another war in the near east, which might eventually set Europe afire again, would be calamity which the statesmanship of Europe must prevent. After suffering tremendous losses in men and treasure during the World war; the world is on the verge of another con- flict which might lead to frightful compica- tions, for there is always Russia to be con- sidered, with her huge "red' army and her sympathy for Germany and the Turks.
 An Associated Press dispatch from Con stantinople states that the Turkish nationalist assembly at Angora voted overwhelmingly 70 extend the dictatorship of Mustapha Kemal Pasha, and he was authorized to continue the war until all the Turkish terms are met. That doesn't look encouraging for peace. Another dispatch says allied military authorities are disturbed by the information that the Turkish leader Is preparing to defy the British ulti- matum. A Turkish advance would mean war with Great Britain. Mustapha Renal Pasha may be bluffing, but whether he is or not, it's world can't afford another conflagration now.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
A SOUTH SEA TRAGEDY

From the St. Louis Post-Dispatch
 The story of how a prosperous people was ruined through the abolition of it's communist system has quaint interest for that part of the world which has come to regard commun- ism itself as the arch-destroyer, and to dread it's substitution for capitalism. In this excep- tional case it was the substitution of capitalism for communism that wrought chaos. Fms oc- cured in the Marquesan islands and IS inter- esting, furthermore, as grim and stalking ex- ample of the dreadful consequences of trying to force white civilization on an unprepared and unreceptive people.
 Originally the Marquesans were pure com munists, having, according to w. c. Handy In the Yale Review, "a sort of guild system, where in groups worked under the direction of master craftsmen, to the rhythm of chants to thelr gods" But the French came and conquered. They set about "civilizing" the Marquesans. To that end they deposed the master craftsmen, abolished the native worship and established in- dividual ownership of the so-in other words, capitalism This was strange procedure to the natives, who had been accustomed only to collective effort, and to whom the crops had al ways been common property. They did not ac- cept the new dispensaton, and agriculture Ian guished and has virtually disappeared.
 Nor was the ruin solely economic. The Mar quesans possessed remarkable skill and artistic sensibility Some of their pottery displayed an artistry unsurpassed anywhere in the world. They made many beautiful objects and built picturesque residences and villas of clay and terra cotta. Naturally shy and gentle, they re- coiled from the taunts of the invaders, whose ridicule caused them to desist from the prac- tiee of their arts. Their beautiful symbolic rites ceased. They were driven in upon them selves.
 In less than a century the population. has dwindled from 100, ,000 to less than 1,800. The present Marquesan is pitiful creature satur- ated with the drugs which the white man brought, shorn of his own religion and apathetic to all others Smallpox, influenza and similar "blessings" imported by the French have rav- aged the villages The once flourishing com munal fields are overgrown with vines The pretty residences have fallen miserably into decay, and the present habitations are hdeous | Some may feel that it was better for the Marquesans to perish from the earth than to flourish in happy organism, but is it not, in fact, harsh defect of occidental civilization that it cannot live in it's own way and permit others to do likewise, instead of forcing it's
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
DIPLOMACY MUST SETTLE THE
 NEAR EASTERN PROBLEM

There is grim irony in the announcement that the allies have decided to call peace conference to discuss the near eastern situa- tion. There was peace conference at Yer sailles, after the war was finished, that was going to end war;.
 sadly disillusioned world knows now that what was done at Versailles simply paved the way for future wars. Their isn't spot in Europe, or Asia, either, for that matter, where trouble isn't brewing or isn't likely to brew With the two great allies in Europe, Great Britain and France, at loggerheads, what in- ducement is there for other nations to behave themselves and cooperate for the peace and welfare of all?
 Eight nations will be invited to attend the near eastern conference--Great Britain, Tur- key, France, Italy, Greece, Japan, Rumania and Jugo-Slavia. In the meantime, Mustapha Kemal Pasha, victorious nationalist leader, threatens to invade the internationalized zone of the Dardanelles Great Britain reaffirms her determination to stop the Turkish advance,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
RECENT PROPOSAL MEANS
 ABACKWARD STEP

v Twenty years ago The Age-Herald took the lead in a movement to relieve this city of the burden of having it's public utilities ques- tions mixed up in local politics.
 In those days every meeting of the city au- thorities was devoted largely to fights over water, telephones, gas, street raigays, electric rates, and the men then in charge of public utilities took part in every city campaign with the result that very deplorable situa- tion arose. The fights had resulted in two tele- phone systems with a double tax every business house in the city. Capital was timid about making investments in utilities because of the constant uncertainty and political tur- moi There were charges of political cor ruption.
 It was when Birmingham was confronted by a situation like this that The Age-Herald urged the creation of state body elected by the people with authority to handle these pub lie utility questions after hearing all the facts and rendering judgment unhampered by the local conflicting interests involved.
 There has recently been more less talk of going back to the old system-doing away with the state utilities body and throwing all these questions back into the local political caudron. The plan is given the euphonious designation, restoration of local sef-govern- ont"
 Surely those advocating 1t know nothing of what this city went through in previous years,
 r,t- Il. true of every other municipality in the state. Before bringing such a proposal before the legislature it's advocates should be very care- ful. It is step backward, not forward.
 Birmingham has grown into great city. There is not a public utility operating in Bir- mingham which confines it's activities to the city alone. Water mains go outside the city, street cars and telephones reach into numerous incorporated and unincorporated suburbs, elec- trio and gas lines cross the city limits in every direction. How then the city of Birming- ham hope to be given jurisdiction over this great network of properties beyond it's own limits?
 Forty-eight states have recognized the value and importance of removing these ques- tions from local politics and putting them in the hand of body elected from the state at large. This is the modern solution-the com- nonsense solution If something is wrong 1t is not the system that Is at fault. The remedy lies in having the people properly represented on the state commission. Certainly it does not lie in again getting the companies affected mixed up in Birmngham's politics
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
EXPECT BIG DELEGATION

"We are expecting large delegation of sExchangites' from Alabama to be in attend ance at the national convention of Exchange clubs, which will be held in Louisville Sep tember 25 to 27,' said Ray L. Lange, local at torney and member of the Birmingham club. Tt is understood that the majority of the dele gates will leave Sunday night, while others will follow on Monday The tentative program for the convention includes many interesting events, as we'll as trip through Mammoth Gave and Lincoln Farm"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
NEGLECTED AMERICAN COMPOSERS

NEGLEC | ELI AMENlNAN (OnH OS6NS Charles Henry Meltzer, in September Arts and
 Decoration.
 Our composers need help vastly more than sur painters, sculptors, writer's architects and singers. A painter or sculptor, at the worst, can secure corner in room or gallery in which to show his work. But a composer must not only go to the great expense of getting his creation copied-he must find singers, pianists, instrumentalists, to perform it thoroughly. Last, but not least, he must secure hall or theatre. And, as rule, he is not rich but poor. Charpentier and Debussy almost starved for years. Ask Mary Garden. She saw much of them both when she was younger. You cannot have an opera score produced without good soloists and an orchestra. It costs a thousand of dollars, if not more, to secure clean copy of one, three or four-act score. What chance, then, is there for a musician in this country, even genius, so long as Congress will not subsdze a national opera house, and while the rich patrons of our leading lyric theatres turn their backs or look with coldness on our composers?
 Do you not think that, for 6 change, 1t would be pleasing to our national self-respect to feel that, every now and then at all events, we could hear American opera7 do not mean by that work expressing only our native life and character. The great composers scoff at mere geography. Verdi went to Egypt for the theme of his "Aida." Gluck turned to Hades when he wrote "Orfeo ed Euridice." There is no lack of inspiration in this country for operas grave and tragic, light and comic The East Side of New York, the Golden West, the Chicago Stockyards, and the southern bayous are full of subjects fit for lyric treat ment. But, if our composers choose to let their fancy roam, why say them nay7 The treat ment of the theme is the essential.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
A MATTER OF MEALS

''well," remarked the facetious visitor, 'have you settled the near eastern question in your editorial columns?"
 "No," replied the editor of the chiggers- vile Clarion. Personally. think there is something to be said for the Turks, but having established a line of credit with a restaurant proprietor across the street named Nick Poiop- popolos, or something similar, I'm obliged to steer a neutral course"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21

Clara Kimball Young denying her hus- bands allegations in regard to certain movie star, says she once did the star "a very great favor' by keeping him out of trouble when he hit hotel clerk in the eye. Now, that was friendly.
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 A concert singer says cold American women drive their husbands to the divorce court. Tut! Tut! Yet we'd like to know what is the proper temperature for an American wife. How have we contrived to overlook him? Representative Winslow of Massachusetts IS the fattest man in Congress and the only mem Der who manufacturers ice and roller skates.
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 Just when the controversy over the shape Hest pair of legs in the world beginning to pail on us, somebody discovered the most beautiful pair of arms.
 There is no escape from the McCormicks. Matilde's mother is back in the papers again because she went to 10-cent movie with her favorite Swiss.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
THE SOUL

By Addison.
 The Soul, secure in her existence, smiles At the drawn dagger and defies it's point; The stars shall fade away, the sun himself Grow dim with age, and nature sink in years; But thou shalt flourish in immortal youth, Unhurt amidst the war of elements, The wrecks of matter, and the crash of worlds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
 PRESIDENT CALLS ATTENTION TO BAD PRECEDENT

In stating his reasons for vetoing the so- dier bonus bill, President Harding declared: "That to add one-sxth of the total sum of the public debt for distribution among less than 5,ooo,ooo of 11o,ooo,ooo people would under mine confidence on which the nations credit was builded and establish the precedent of dis tributing public funds whenever the proposal and number affected make it seem politically appealing to do so.'"
 One the idea prevails that the public treas ury is open to minority of the population un- der political pressure, the nation will be head ed toward financial disaster
 No government can pay out more than it takes in from the people and no distribution of public funds be made that does not come out of the pockets of the entire citizen ship.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
ADRIFT WITH THE TIMES
MY WoRpl WHAT AIRsI

'The Blithersbys are always talking about their menage.
 Their what?"
 "Their household establishment" ''It takes nerve to call it that or an income of $S,OOO year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
TElA DIFFERENT

IFIA s DIFFERENT "You made fine speech"
 Thanks" replied the orator of the even ing. q thought I scored a good point when I said no American would ever submit to for egn domination"
 "So you did. And my wife, who would go around in barrel if the Paris dressmakers said itlwas fashionable, applauded as loudly as anybody"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
oAsEs, AS IT WERE

"Why does Bibbles spend 50 much of his time in Washington"
 ''He has friends at foreign embassy tsEh?"
 "one of those places Is as safely wet as a Lasker liner"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
WITH REGRETS

q hear the postman's whistle,' said the authors wife, hopefully. Maybe you've sold a story.'
 \ "You go to the door, my dear" replied the author. q don't feel equal to it. Something tells me another child of my brain is home from it's travels.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21

ideals-and those sometimes idiotic-upon the gentle and unoffending peoples of the globe even to the point of exterminating them?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
"s. 0. s.'

q detest photographs"
 You've evidently never called on the Gawk- CTS. After hearing them talk for an hour or so you'd even cast longing looks at player piano."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
OWN UP

what is wealth when it won't buy The peace of mind And tranquil thoughts that you and I In labor find? But would we then million clutch, And wealth possess? You know quite well we'd grab that much, And even less. PAUL COOK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
ADVICE REGARDING RABIES

Don't kill the dog," was the plea of Dr. J. D. Bowling, city and county health officer, in discussing tht problem of rabies "The first impulse when a person is bitten by dog is to kill the animal, and this is the very thing that should not be done. The surest procedure is to safeguard the dog and give the authori- ties an opportunity to observe its action while alive and determine if there are any syinp- toms of rabies. Many treatments for the dls- ease would be verted if people would follow this method of procedure.
 Laboratory tests for rabies essentially af- ford positive and negative results Positive re- suits, of course, establish the fact that the ami nal in question has had rabies. Yet when we obtain negative results from examining the head of slain animals, we cannot be certain that rabies has not been present, probably in slightly developed forn-in a form which would have developed radily annd caused the death of the animal within 10 days had it not been killed. In order to be safe, therefore, we nearly always recommend the Pasteur treatment when person has suffered dog bite.
 "A dog affected with rabies will always die within lu days rom the psginhihg ol .he uiS- ease, and this is within the safe period allowed for the Pasteur treatment The sensible thing to do, therefore, when a person is bitten by a dog suspected of having the rabies is to lock the dog up, call in the authorities for their ex- animation, and, if necessary, await develop ments in the dog. If he dies, thereby proving the presence of rabies, there is still time to be- gin the Pasteur treatment. Much expense and unhappiness would be prevented if people would follow this course, and also the lives of many dogs uselessly killed would be saved.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
HER TRUE CoLORS

From Life.
 As regards the dye industry, Germany is said still to have a shade the best of 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
JUDGE FoR YOURSELF

Some day my job is not so hard,
 Some days my job gives me pain, When l try to write some wheezes bright
 With a feeble hand and sluggish brain.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
 AND ELSEWHERE
DR. GLENN HAD THE DOPE

During the late World war, when the va- rious women's civic welfare organizations in Birmingham were launching relief canl- paigns for the American soldiers in France, such as the send cigarettes campaign, etc., a very amusing incident occurred in one of the c. B. Glenn, superintendent of city schools "One day while making visit through one of the grammar schools l happened to open the door of one of the class rooms at the wrong moment. It so happened that just be- fore my entrance into the room the teacher of the class was featuring the pupils about the evils of the tobacco habit. During the course of her talk she spoke of the bad effects of tobacco on the various organs of the body and especially on the nervous system. At the end of her lecture of the boys in the class got up and asked of the teacher, If to- bacco makes you so nervous, why do they send cigarettes and tobacco to soldier boys in Europe? Don't they want them to hit the Ger mans?' The teacher was nonplused for the moment and just at that particular moment opened the door and walked in. The teacher, like all good teachers, calmly passed the buck. She answered the little chap, I don't know, but I'm sure Dr. Glenn here can tell us.' I was taken back for a moment, but finally I corralled my wits and explained in this manner: When I was boy they used to build fences around the young trees to pro- tect them they grew up, and when they had grown these fences were either allowed to remain or were taken away. Now don't think that tobacco hurts a boy after he has grown to be a man, but do believe that tobacco is very injurious to young boys. The teacher later told me that that was very graceful way of backing out of a ticklish situation"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-21
A MORNING PRAYER

Open mine eyes, O Lord. to the needs of other men, for cannot live for myself until I have learned to live for them. Amen.-M. 5. B.
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The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-09-27
AUXILIARY HEADS

Rockford.
Vice president-Mrs.N Nell Morgan,
Edwardsville.
Vice president-Miss Eva Spring
er, Elgin.
Executive secretary-Mrs. G. W.
Mundy, Rockford.
Treasurer-Miss Reba Williams
Ell Paso.
Historian-Miss Ruby Flora, Pax
ton.
Chaplain-Rev. Lily Mosely, Free,
port.
Sergeant-at-arms-Mrs. Rather
inc Mcbride, Sterling.
National committee woman-Mrs
c. J. Clothier, Rockford.
Delegates to national convention
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Eva Murray, Bloomington.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-09-27
MCCORMICK RAPS'
WASTE OF FUNDS
Says Useless Public Expenditures
More Than Pay for Bonus;
Pleads Law and Order.

ut is not as a senator, it is not
as your. servant, but as an Ameri-
can before fellow Americans that
/ say we must think of America
now as we thought of her during
the war" Senator Medill McCor-
mick told Illinois Legionnaires yes
terday, land demand renewed cour-
age, unqualified integrity and re-
dedication to her service, bringing
to the solution OF problems which
beset us the spirit of dauntless
Justice and answering courage
which through his life animated
the greatest public servant Of our
day-Theodore Roosevelt"
He touched a responsive chord