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The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
u. s. PATENT OFFICE BREAKS ALL RECORDS

WASHINGTON, Dec 25.JSeventy or so years ago an official of the United States patent office resigned, saying there would be no more use for the office since everything inventable had been invented" In 1920, when applications for new patents jumped from 75,657 to 102,94O for the entire year it was believed the high water mark and actually been reached, as nothing comparable to that figure had ever before been attained in the history of the office.
 In 1921. however, the number rose to 107,656, and in the fiscal year ended last June it reached the total of 113.597, according to the annual report of the commissioner of pat ents. just published.
 The business of the patent office is in excess of what the present force can dispose of adequately and effici- ently, Commissioner Robertson re- ported, and the work has fallen so considerably in arrears that substan- tial provision for more employees was recommended.
 Until three years ago, MT. Robert son declared, the office received about 5000 trade mark applications a year, but in the year just closed over IT 1000 applications were re- ceived
 The patent office was one of the few government departments show ing a surplus of receipts over ex- penses for the year. Cash receipts 'totaled $2.S94.2s6. and total expenses, after paying s196,000 as a bonus, left a net surplus of Sl72.0S1.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
.LOvE IF FAM IL '. AND BE R RES |S.
 WAY TO SUCCESS
Cultivate Strawberries So He Can Stay at Home and Makes Big Fortune
 by Doing So
By Associated Preso

THREE RIVERS. Mich, Dec. 26.- Frank E. Beatty of Three Rivers, who startled the horticultural world by paying $50,o0o in cash for the privilege of developing single va riety of strawberry, admits that he owes his present position as one of the acknowledged leaders in the art of strawberry culture to fondness for his family.
 Thirty years ago Mir. Beatty sold oil pumps in. the intermountain and Pacific coast states. He resigned to come back to Michigan and to the family, although his business was highly remunerative. Interested in strawberries, Mr. Beatty turned to their culture After 30 years in this business he has this to say: 'T de- light in developing or introducing a new variety of strawberry. What ever success I have had is due largely to the cooperation between agricultural colleges and fruit grow CTS.
 Is New Variety
 "The new variety is the Rockhill, bred by Harley Rockhill of Conrad, Ia. It should revolutionize the straw berry industry of the world as it produces more and larger berries and fruit of a higher quality in the sum mer than any of the best summer varieties. During the fall months the plants again bear The fruiting continues until snowfall and the plants do well in any climate.
 "The plants root deeply, grow lux uriantly, single hill almost as large as a bushel basket. and their great vitality and vigor enable them to produce abundantly. The plants have tough leaf tissues and are not -af- fected by any plant disease. The Rockhill Is a direct cross of Pro- gressive Everbearer and Early Jer- sey Giant"
 Asked why he paid a heretofore unheard of price for strawberry plant, Mir. Beatty said:
 q wanted to establish a standard of compensation that I expect to re- suit in greater horticultural devel- opment than has resulted before. I wanted to awaken the public to an interest in horticulture and stimu- late plant breeders to greater de- velopment Money becomes a secon- diary consideration when we consider the we'll being of all people.
 MT. Beatty has introduced four other varieties of strawberries that have become standard crops in many parts of the country. Mir. Beatty said that previously $500 was the largest amount he had paid for any one variety
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
ILLE GAL ARM |ES IF AUSTRIA MAY LEAD 'TO TROUBLE
Labor and Conservative Forces Are Reported to Be Lining Up in 0p-
 posing Ranks

VIENNA Dec. 25.-The special tie standing army of about 25,0J0 men and it's state gendarmerie, Aus tria has two other armed and organ ized forces, both irregular and both probably without the pale of the treaty. In the opinion of many ob. servers here the two last mentioned organizations may lead to trouble. They are the admittedly well armed labor battalions, and the growing "heimwehr" CT conservative armed organizations of the provinces.
 The latter are composed largely of the peasants and lesser professional classes and ex-officers. and are par ticularly strong in Styrfa and the Tyrol. Just how and where they got arms, ammunition and equipment is rot known. The allied military con trol commission was supposed to have stripped the country of military material, but the fact remains that both these organizations are fully equipped and number many thou sands. Recently the police found In one of the "heimwehr" headquarters not only guns and loaded clubs but hand grenades and poison gases.
 Incidents In Styria recently showed the danger of these actions. In one case strikers captured and disarmed Stit tO otatuAO- ances, whereupon the governor of the province ordered out the local de- tachments Of the army.
 Army Sociaiirtic
 The army is preponderantly so- cialistic and sympathetic with the workers, but the soldiers obeyed or ders, subdued the trouble makers and released the policemen. The explana- ton Is found in the fact that the gov ernor had, at the same time, assem- bled 1000 of his ''heimwehr" and put them behind the soldiery tC sec they did what they were told to do.
 The two forces narrowly avoided g serious clash recently in Judenburg, Styria, and this incident showed even more clearly the latent danger that lies In this condition of affairs. Work men from some factories entered the homes of "heimwehr" peasants at night and seized their arms. They were arrested in turn, and when a first demand for their release was re- fused, nearly 2.000 workmen. mlli- marched on the town. Gendarmes were mobilized. reinforced by stu dents from the two universities there, and for two days the tw., forces faced each other over little bridge. Then the government or dered the release of the arrested workmen, and further trouble was avoided
 The recent disclosure that the large industrial concerns of Austria arc paying to their central body a regular tax greater than their state tax, for the maintenance Of technical mon" which is merely a disguise for strike breakers and secret police, has not served to lessen the i'll feeling of the workingmen, and this condition is used by them as justification Cor their own organizations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
ISRAEL zAVGWILL PESS|M|STIC OVER ENCL L|SH THEATRE
Many Anecdotes Told Con- cerning Career of Tom Healy, Newly Appointed
 Governor of Ireland
By Associated Press

LONDON, Dec. 25.-Two dismal Jimmies'-war time name for pessi- mfsts-were heard at public dinners held here recently. Israel zangwill, who has written several plays in his time, deplored the decadence of the stage at big theatrical dinner and Lord Chief Justice Hewart, who con fesses to having written 5000 news paper editorials, deplored the de- cadence of the press.
 Mir Zangwill said: T used to la ment that the drama, which began as a religion, and continued as an art. was ending as a business. It is no longer even a business for the London stage as a whole is not paying in- fustry" He regarded the theatrical business at present as merely gam ble owing largely to the enormous theatrical rentals.
 Lord ewart told the Institute or Journa1ists: If man lives in peace with his wife there is no copy in it.. but if he hits her on the head with a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
BIRMINGHAM AGE-HERALD
WOMAN IS ELECTED l
 TO STATE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT A SPEECH

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 25-Elected ot to the house .o- Ine Indiana general assembly without having made speech or without having taken an active part in her campaign, Miss Elizabeth Rainey of Indianapolis, is truly a choice of the people. Miss Rainey was the only woman in In diana to win position greater than county office. She was elected on the republican ticket. She made the race at the request of two non-par- tisan clubs-the Women's City club and the Woman's Department club of Indianapolis.
 Being a member of the general as sembly is all new to Miss Rainey, but she has some definite ideas concern ing the activities of that body. She favors the so-calIed short ballot and Is of the opinion that no laws should be passed except those absolutely needed T have in mind now some educational bills, the uniform mar riage and divorce law being prepared, and a bill relating to illegitimate children which I shall no doubt sup port she said.
 Miss Rainey states she cannot un- derstand why laws relating to women and children should always be linked together They are two entirely separate matters just as much as are laws relating to men and children, she declared. T favor the best pos sible care of the sick and injured war veterans, and a state bonus for all Indiana soldiers of the World war when economic conditions permit"
 Miss Rainey is a business woman and a student. She has been con- nected with one of the oldest law firms in Indiana for more than % years. Miss Rainey chose to go even farther ahead and has been studying law at nights for the last four years. She said she expects to graduate this year. She came to Indianapolis from Waynetown, in Montgomery county, and for a time was country school teacher.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
Heniy Visited America

Tn connection with the appointment of Timothy F. Healy as governor general Of the Irish Free State. it is recalled that he first rose to promi- hence through a trip to the United States.
 It was In 1880 when Charles Stew art Parnells arrangements for tour of America to arouse interest in Irish nationalism struck some snags, ana Healy was called from his labors in the London Journalistic field to smooth out the difficulty. He went along as Parnells secretary and was of considerable aid to the great Irish patriot.
 Returning to Ireland, he was elect ed to Parliament. It was not long before he became known as one of Parnell's chief lieutenants, and his fame spread wherever Irishmen lived He continued his parliament tary labors and for 3S years repre- sented various Irish constituencies. Among other things he was noted for his knowledge of Gladstones land bill, and 1t was said that Healy and Gladstone were the only two men fin Parliament who understood the meas ure. His Quick Wit Healys quick wit. galling sarcasm and smashing irony soon made him parliamentary speaker dreaded by all who came under his verbal fire, and he was given the nickname of "The Tiger"
 His wisdom and wit, his passionate devotion to Ireland and his oratory, enriched by humor and emotion, re- ceived early recognition, and the seats were always full when 1t was known Tim Healy was to speak. Some of his snappy phrases are still quoted.
 Once, when he and a Professor Ket- tie arrived simultaneously to speak on village green It was found there was not sufficient room for both rival meetings. The speakers tossed coin for precedent, and Healy, win ning. opened his meeting by declar- ing, "Gentlemcn, the Kettle has lost It's spout"
 night he solemnly remarked: There are two united parties In this house. am one of them"
 In 1918 Healy. ever hopeful of peaceful cohesion of the south and north of Ireland. saw the Sim Fein overgrowing nationalism and re- signed. Since then he has been bystander in Ireland's turmoil en- gagged in the quiet practice of law.
 His appointment as governor gen. eral, the first untitled person ever to receive such an office in the British empire, is generally pleasing since everyone seems to feel that the vet eran Irish patriot being independent of both the Sim Fein and the British government, is peculiarly well fitted
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
FAY OF HOPE IN EUROPE |S SEEN
 BY LORD CURZON
Economic Outlook Not One of UnreIieved Gloom British Foreign Ministers Says
 in Address
By Associated Press

LONDON, Dec. 26.-While the recent address of Lord Curzon, secre- tary for foreign affairs, to an audi ence of business men in the city, dealt in large measure with tho actual political situation in the Near East, the speaker also expressed some interesting ideas as to eondl- tions on the continent. He does not believe that the future outlook of economic Europe is one of unre- lieved gloom.
 q see the little nations of Europe pushing forward to greater life of international unity during the next few years" said Lord Curzon.
 Tn tn estates of Czechoslovalsia, Jugoslavia, Rumania. Poland and Finland and in the Baltic states, see symptoms of life and energy, and the growth of a strong sense of na- tional independence and power. But on the other hand, if l look at the great powers, whether they emerged triumphant from the war or whether they were broken by the disasters that ensued, l find that they are in position of much greater discloca- tion and disturbance. Take our own country. Our financial positions is much stronger. with the exception of AIneTlca, tHaH duy OtHtT sidle tiat took part In the war.
 Burden of Taxes
 But at the same time we have a burden of heavy taxation which weighs down industry and which is a burden upon every man in this country.
 France is weighted with a heavy debt and Is sore about reparations. Germany is in a position of political instability and, is debilitated by the utter collapse of her exchange. Russia Is still outside the comity of nations. because she cannot make up which render admission to that com ity possible and desirable. She is still enamoured of communism and per- sists in pursuing her communistic propaganda in every part of the world.
 Austria was saved only by the in- terception of the powers when on the verge of perishing. Italy has been concerned with more than one convulsion and change of govern ment.
 What an ambition 1t would be for the statesmen of the great powers to combine and survey this sitix tion, to liquidate 1t section by seStion. gradually to take the various pieces of the jig-saw puzzle which are lying about and fit them in their own places and once more present a picture of a peaceful. and united Europe"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
INFER IS EXPECTED TO BECOME NEW HEAD OF U. S. COMMERCE BODY

WASHINGTON, Dec. 25.-1nter- state commerce commissioners will hold their annual election this week to select a new chairman to serve during 1923. The choice is expected to fall to Commissioner B. H. Myer. one of the oldest members of the body in point of service. According to the commission, custom. Chair man McChord, having served one year, will retire from the post but retain regular duties as a commits sioner.
 served on the first state railroad commission in Wisconsin. was ap-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
ECHOLS IS HELD ON CHARGE OF MURDER

DALLAS, Tex, Dec. 25.-M l.. Ech- ols. subcontractor on county roads, was charged with murder and re- leased under $1.000 bond today in connection with the killing of Deputy Sheriff Tom Wood, shot in a pistol fight Thursday night while he and four other deputies were raiding a still near Garland.
 Clayton Coomer, Henry Belcher, Jim Flowers and Sidney Welk were re- manded to jail without bail, and four charged with responsibility for Woods death. George Pierson. as- sistant county attorney, said Echols loaned Belcher a pistol the latter car ried the night of the shooting. The charge against Echols was filed to insure his appearing before the grand iury MT. Pierson said.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
NEW ENDURANCE RECORD

Realizing that the most important present development in aircraft en- zines is their durability, the Naval Bureau of Aeronautics recently in- creased their endurance tests to as much as 300 hours, in three runs of 100 hours each. The purpose of such a long test was to run the engine to destruction and thus determine its exact length of life. But to the sur prise of the bureau, one engine, in- stead of being run to destruction, was still in perfect condition at the end of the 300-hour test. Experts of the bureau state that this new aircraft engine has established a world record for fuel economy, as we'll as for durability. It is they say, the best aircraft power equip ment ever developed. The engine, described and illustrated in the Pop ular Mechanics Magazine, Is of the S-cylinder, V-shaped type, and de- velops an average horsepower of 175. This would be sufficient to propel five-passenger airplane at a speed of about 80 miles an hour. which in 300 hours would be equiva- lent to flying around the world
 As part of the general shake-up of the Boston Braves, Pitcher Ira Town send. right-handed member of the profession. has been released to the Beaumoot club of the Texas league.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
necovcrs From lthcumatIsm

Had rheumatism five months tha would go from my left knee to my back. Tried many remedies without relief Finally used Foley Kidney Pills and in fifteen days was entirely cur 9d." writes w. J. Oliver, Vidalia, Georgia. Backache, rheumatic pains, dull headache, dizziness and blurred vision are symptoms of kidney disor- der. Foley Kidney Pills quickly re- lfeve kidney and bladder trouble.- Sold verywhere.-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
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 BATON FLASHLIGHT

From the ScientlliC AiHCiiSdh.
 A clever idea is that of Belgian printer, M Jean Deraume of Brus- sells, to whom it occurred that if policeman's club could be provided with a serviceable flashlight without injuring it's effectiveness in other re- spects, 1t might serve a double pur- pose by being used to signal a fellow patrolman at night or in foggy weather, by means of simple opti- cal, code.
 TO effect this end an electric lamp is inserted in the end of the baton The latter consists of a hollow handle within which Is cylinder containing a dry battery This cylinder Is pro yided with a screw thread at one end. so that the handle can easily be screwed on to the body of the baton by means of ring, which Is also threaded. This arrangement Is for the purpose of convenience in replacing the battery whenever necessary.
 The dome Is screwed to the refleo- tor so as to permit of the replacing of the lamp when required. During the daytime this baton serves the or dinary purposes of policeman's club or "nightstick." At nighttime, or when the weather is foggy. the switch Is closed in such manner that the lamp can be illuminated merely by slight pressure upon the tumbler. It Is obvious that such a baton has clements of value superior In some ways to the customary police whistles, as means of communication between members of the police.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

Being nature-made products, mineral waters are accepted read fly by the system when in a run down condition. "Go to the springs for a month," is common advice among doctors.
 A wonderful strength-giving water is now sold by your nearest druggist. This water is called Sul- Ferro-Sol and thus the Spring is brought to you.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
Fit Made of the Unfit This
 Mineral Water Rebuilds Quickly

Sul-Ferro-Sol is rich with Iron, Sulphur and Potash-the elements that create healthful appetites, ex- pei impurities from the blood and thereby restore both color and en- ergy.
 Sul-Ferro-Sol is most highly rec commended as tonic.
 Liberal bottle s1.25, at all drug stores. Adv
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

to decide whether both the Irish and British are living up to the treaty. and certainly courageous enough to say if they are not.
 From the point of sentiment the appointment is a happy one, because 1t links the whole fight for freedom with the younger generations strug- gle, now crowned with success.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

One of Britain's greatest woms scientists is Dr. Martha Whitney, tho Joint inventor of the famous K tear gas, which proved one of the mos effective weapons of the allies in the World war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

pointed to the federal commis sion by President Taft and re appointed by President Wilson. Un der the division of duties among in
 terstate commerce commissioner. h
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
DO NOT WASTE PAPER

From the Thrfft MhsazIhe.
 The paper Industry of the United States will this year utilize 2,ooo.ooo tons of waste paper in the manufac- ture of new paper.
 The biggest problem of tho paper Industry, is the shortage of waste paper. To save waste paper Is to save the forests.
 Every ton of waste paper used by the paper mills means Just so much of our forest resources saved for the future. Taking good pull wood as an example. 1t can be said that use of six tons of waste paper Is equal to saving of one acre of timber.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

license to practice engineering.
 The main ingredient in the shoe pol ishes on brown and tan shoes Is can- delila wax. which is obtained from a Mexican weed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26
want Pin Money

One important element in England's unemployment difficulty. which is now being universally discussed, is the large number of so-called pin money" workers who have private in- comes but enter various professions as their avocations. A representative of one London newspaper eanvassed the various trades and professions and found that many persons forced to work for a living were expe- riencing difficulty in competing with those who already had independent incomes. one typist admitted that her parents were rich, but said she worked because she was bored" at home.
 This condition is perhaps most prevalentin in the theatrical profession, which receives many society women who care only for the thrills of ap- bearing before the footlights and for the satisfaction of scoring profess sional successes. Consequently, there are hundreds of struggling actors and actresses. who. even If they have em- ployment, earn barely enough to keep the wolf away.
 The hospitals also are said to be full of financially independent. nurses who. by their desire to work, are de- priving well trained nurses of lucra- tive positions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-12-26

chopper, she takes him to the divorce court and there are headlines, even special editions.
 "It is the. same with foreign rela- tions. Suppose man acquired great deal of money and puts 1t into soap mustard or tobacco. His opinion matters no more nor less than it did before. But suppose he puts the same money into double rotary machines for printing a newspaper-hts merest whim or caprice may become dan ger to the peace of the world. That is very formidable circumstance