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The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
CITY AND
 VISITORS SPEAKERS
 AT TRAVELLERS MEET

A number of out-of-town visitors and persons prominent in local civic activities were present at the week. ly meeting of the Travellers club luncheon yesterday in the St. An drews annex of the Morris hotel Prominent among the guests were Commissioners W. B. Cloe and W. E Dickson and O. L. Bum, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce.
 Charles Abrams. president of the club. made the introductory speeches and also addressed the members rela- tive to the university drive. He de- clared that If any organization is capable of putting anything across of benefit to the people. the Travel CTS club Is one organization that can do it.'
 Mir. Bum addressed the members with regard to the relation of the Chamber of Commerce to the travel ing men. In his speech Mir. Bum suggested that the members of the Travellers club select a committed of three to meet regularly with the officials of the Chamber of Com merce to discuss matters pertaining to the welfare of the community and the upbuilding of Birmingham,
 
 morally. The suggestion will be talk en under advisement by the club and report will be made on the mat ter at the next meeting.
 Commissioner Dickson spoke of the past and present street situation in Birmingham. He stated that owing to the tremendous increase in traf- fic on the streets of Birmingham within the past five years. a cor responding increase in the city's street budget is imperative to keep the streets In good condition.
 In his talk on the present condi- ton of the police and fire depart ments, Commissioner Cloe said that Birminghams police efficiency Is second to none compared to any city It's size or larger. 50 far this year the amount of fines in che police court have exceeded $175.o0o, which Is exceedingly remarkable for the 105 policemen in the depart ment." he said. However, remark able this record may be, 1t does not eliminate the fact that we need more officers and also the help of the citizens themselves in the enforce ment of the law"
 Commenting on the fire Aepart- mouLs NIs Oio0 b6ius Al phSSShs there Is about $50,000 worth of fire equipment in the department that Is not being used owing to the lack of men. Twenty-Five more compe- tent firemen are needed to enable the heads to run the department as it should be run"
 Next Saturday is Ladies Day. and every member of the T. F. A. ia reuuested to be present and bring their wives .or sweethearts. A spe- cial program has been arranged for that day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24


 The affair is to be put on at the Jefferson theatre October 24-25 by the ladies of Band No. 3 of St. Pauls church, who want lot of money for their organizations affairs.
 Mrs. White Manager
 Mrs. Frank White. whose splendid leadership always spells success, is general manager.
 The carnival, which will be very merry, promises something like this:
 Picture to yourself artistic stage settings such as you know the mer- chants of Birmingham are able to afford and add to this soft lights. pretty curtains and music that will soothe you almost to sleep one min ute and fill you with the gayety of wood nymph the next.
 Entering, then, this world of splen- dor. Is to be Miss Birmingham Miss Elise Sparrow-who is to be the queen of the momentous oc- casion. She will be pushed out upon the indoor carnival grounds in her gorgeously decorated rolling chair, dressed as she lately appeared on her trip to Atlantic City.
 From then on the carnival will be a riot of orchestral music, dances, skits. funny dreams and an actual display of beautiful merchandise that
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
EVERYTHING READY l
 TOASSESS TAXES.
Assessed Valuation This Year Nearly Half Million
 Below 1921

Everything Is in readiness for property owners of Jefferson county to assess thein property, beginning Monday, October Z. according to an- nouncement made yesterday by Roy J. Dillon. county tax assessor. The assessment of city taxes will also be- gin next week.
 The total assessed value of real es- tate and personal property in Jerrer- son county is $237,s68,612, showing a decrease from last year. the assess ments for 1e2t being greater by s473,- BAT than that of 1922. However. this decrease was not as great as had been expected. according to the tax assessor.
 From this assessment state and county taxes due October 1 will amount to s4.2S3.4s5.37. The state tax rate is 85 cents on the s10o, while the countys rate is s1.15 on the s100. The tax rate for the city Is s1.50 on the $100. According to MT. Dillon. it is expected that the city taxes of Bir- mingham will show slight increase.
 There will be paid taxes on real property assessed at S31.759.626 and personal property assessed at s5,S89,- 704, in tho Sessemer cutoff. The total from this cutoff will be $37,- 9.230.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
NEW ADVANTAGE IN GAS MAIN DECISION
 FOR CONSUMER SEEN BY CITY ATTORNEY
MURDER CHARGED
 ID OPAL DAVIS Warrant Served on Girl Who Killed Man in Suicide
 Attempt

Opal Davis. 26. was placed under arrest yesterday afternoon charged with murder In connection with the death of K. B. Lyons of Fort Payne, who was almost instantly killed Tuesday night, when. according to of ficers, he attempted to prevent Der from taking her own life by shooting herself.
 The warrant was swcrn out by Cor oner J. D. Russum, following the completion of the investigation into the death of Lyons. which was held yesterday morning. The decision reached yesterday involves a tech nicality of law. which is seldom used 1t Is said. The legal point Is that a person attempting to commit suicide Is guilty of attempting to take hu- man life. and one attempting to kill ones self and killing another IS guilty in the degree that they would have been had their original in. tentions been carried out. Accordins to the coroner, evidence in the case tended to show that the young wom- an was attempting to commit suicide when Lyons was fatally shot. The verdict was therefore murder. al. though she had intended no such act according to the coroner.
 L. W. Taylor, proprietor of the Venice hotel. 601h Twenty-sixrr street, north, where the shooting oc- cured, was examined yesterday by the coroner. Ills testimony was to ths effect thta the young woman was addicted to the use of drugs and that upon investigation 26 empty bottles thought to have previously contained paragoric, were found between the mattresses stated that she had repeatedly threatened to take her own fife and on number of occasions had been prevented from doing so by quick action on the part of other persons.
 The warrant was served upon Opal Davis at tho Fraternal hospital where she Is recovering from the wound inflicted In her breast Tues day night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
Preparations Made For 50th Anniversary
 Of Roberts & Sons

In view of the approaching Fiftieth anniversary of Roberts & Sons. prin- ters. 1872 Third avenue, extensive and elaborate Improvements have been made. The entire lower floor has been remodeled and refurnished with the latest equipment making 1t one of the most attractive stationery stores in the south.
 The first marked improvement noted is the smart floor covering of green battleship linoleum. On either side, extending the entire length of the main floor. are 12 new. massive mahogany showcases built especially for the display of stationery and of- flee supplies.
 At the rear of the left is the en- graving sales parlor. This room lin ished with handsome floor lamps and heavy overstuffed mahogany furni- ture and deep. rich floor coverings, IS as beautiful as any home parlor could possibly be. On the walls in hand some panels. are examples of. the firms handiwork in the art of social engraving and embossing.
 To the right has been fitted up new offices for the printing sales de- partment and an attractive display of office furniture. complete stocks of which are carried on the second floor.
 The office of the city sales force remain on the balcony or mezzanine floor. Here also are desks of the plant superintendent and the man. ager of the stationery store. Next month Roberts Son will celebrate their ffftieth anniversary and largely in anticipation of this suspicious event have these i'm provements been made. According to James G. Smith, president of Roberts & Son, announcements will be made later as to the manner in which the firms anniversary will be observed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24

even by itself would be worth going to see.
 The carnival conception has been written by Mrs. F. M. Espy, play wright and producer. a Birmingham woman who has had a great deal of success throughout the south. and who has put the show on In many cities.
 Big Cost
 The affair is unique in local an- nals, a large number of prominent and contemplating business houses be- ing represented.' From 200 to 800 persons will be in the elaborate cast.
 Every character in the play will represent some business institution. and in the cast. will be a number of persons well known in the ctty's everyday life. Situations are novel and striking. Some persons who have witnessed the performance declare 1t to be more beautiful and varied than the Kirmess. .
 The best thing about the carni- val" emphasized Mrs. White, rs that 1t features our merchants, who are the best in all our countryl Also, we feel we have a real show, and If everybody doesn't enjoy it, welI--it won't be our fault. We are going to put 1t on in the most modern, up-to- date style possible"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
WEEKOF OCTObER2
 IS CAPITAL WEEK
Cases of Numas Gray and Ali Marc Are Among Those
 on Docket

Numas Gray. charged with robbery of s. B. Thompson. paymaster for the Crayson Lumber company, near Leeds. will be tried in the criminal division of the circuit court during the week of October 2, when the cap- ital docket will be taken up.
 The robbery occurred on Saturday afternoon, September 2. near the lumber camp at Leeds. and Mir. Gray son was robbed of $500. A few days later Gray was arrested through the efforts of Deputy Sheriff. J. P. Tay- Tor of Leeds and held on a charge of robbery. He is alleged to have made partial confession to local deputies and led them to the box con- taining the s900 in money.
 Ali Marc, charged with the murder of Ralph J. Roberts of Pratt City. who was killed at the Marc home. 1401 Eighth avenue. last spring, will be tried during this week. The wife of the defendant is now under sem tence of 25 years for hesmurder of Ralph Roberts. The case was ap- pealed and Mrs. Marc is at present ir the county jail awaiting the de- cision of the higher court.
 Among other capital cases to be tried at this session are those of Bert Glover, Lurad Glover and James Payne, charged with the murder of Peter Fike. negro, which occurred several weeks ago near Sayre. The three men are now in the county jail awaiting trial. having been denied fredom on writ of habeas corpus Thursday.
 Other cases set for this week are as follows: Charley Perry, Eugene Graham, Ethel Watson, Haywood Jackson, Russell Word, all charged with robbery, and Sam Scott Leola Harris, Emanuel Smith and William Tolbert, each being charged with
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
JEWISH CITIZENS
 OBSERVE HOLIDAY
 THROUGHOUT CITY
Business Houses Closed and Impressive Services Held in Places of Jewish
 Worship

A congregation of worshippers that filled the auditorium of Temple Emanu-El to overflowing attended inc services of the first day of the Jewish holidays, Rosh Hashana, or New Years, which were held yester- day morning beginning at 1O:30 o'clock. The altar was beautifully decorated with flowers. and an ex- cellent musical program, under the direction of Mrs. Edna c. Gussen, written especially for the day, was carried out.
 The services were opened with prayer, followed by the ritual music, after which pr. M. Newfield delivered a sermon on Building Upon the Past" Dr. Newfield stated in his sermon that the past has most com polling power over man, and that the great golden rules of life announced by Hillel, who lived many years be- fore the birth of Christ, still pre- vailed, and observance of the rule, love thy neighbor as myself, Is just as important to the spiritual welfare of mankind today as 1t was ages ago. He also stated that the Ten Commandments written by Moses on Mount Sinai are still the basis of ctv- ilization today.
 Following the sermon & unique service was carried out in the blow ing of the "shofar" or the "ram's s horn," by H. Gottheimer, and was accompanied by the members Of the choir.
 Ritual music and prayers concluded the services, which lasted well after the noon hour.
 During the services Friday evening pr. Newfield delivered a sermon on 'sThe Call of the New Year. in which he stated that the people should start the new year with courage in their hearts, and that the greatest thing in life was not riches, but the love for fellowman.
 In accordance with the orthodox belief, services will be held in ob- servance of the second day in the Eleventh Avenue Methodist church on South Highlands. Rabbi Solomon Katz will conduct the services. Serv- ices for the first day were held Fri day evening and yesterday morning at Knesseth-I Israel synagogue with Rabbi Katz in charge.
 The majority of the stores were closed until sundown yesterday, and some for the entire day in observance of the holy day, and the worshippets visited from house to house to ex- change greetings and good will for the coming year.
 The most sacred of the holidays Tom Kiuupr, or the Day of Atone ment, will be observed beginning at sunset October 1 and continuing through the entire day following. De- vout worshippers will abstain from food or drink during that time to purge their souls of sin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
ONE IS DEAD IN
 MINE ACCIDENT Second Man In Critical Con- dition as Result of Cave
 in at Dora

James Nathan Davis, 2s, Is dead and Will Mooney is in critical con dition at Fraternal hospital as the result of the caev-in of the roof of a. mine of the Dora Fuel and Iron company at Dora, where they were employed. Both men were brought to the hospital early yesterday. where Davis died a short time after ar rival.
 According to available information. the two men were at work in the en- trance to the mine laying track when suddenly approximately a ton of rock fell from the roof. causing the death of Davis and the serious injury of Mooney.
 Remains of Davis were sent to Dora yesterday afternoon by Johns for funeral services and burial.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
HALF OF CASES
 ARE CLEARED UP 223 of 246 Cases Set For Trial Have Already Been
 Disposed of

Approximately one-half of the cases set for trial during the past week in the criminal division of the circuit court were gotten off the docket. according to figures com piled yesterday in the office of For ney Brannon, clerk of the criminal court.
 The docket showed that 42e cases had been set for trial, 22s of which were disposed of. with 47 convic- tions Out of this number, 23 wer, found guilty. and 24 entered pleas of guilty. Three cases resulted in mistriais. and a total of 5s cases reached the jury. One hundred and thirty-t three cases were passed, the majority of which were set for fu- ture dates, while the remainder were passed for resetting. During the past week, 14o cases were nolle pressed, and 70 forfeitures taken.
 The cases tried during this period were city appeal cases and were heard by four judges, each judge hearing an average of about 14 cases during the week.
 During next week both state and city appeal cases will be heard, Judges W. E. Fort and H. P. Heflin hearing the state cases, while Judges Dan A. Greene and J. O. Smith will hear the city appeal cases.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
INTERESTING FORUM
Everybody Interested in Civic Vel.
 fare Invited


 The Civic Luncheon Forum at the Tutwiler at 12:30 noon tmorrow ia expected to be of unusual interest. Following the program of the last meeting. short spicy talks will be delivered as follows:
 "Civic Betterment", by Judge Hugh A. Locke; Improved Highway" by Commissioner T. D. Huey; Develop ment of Water Power" by Col. R. A. Mitchell; Economy in the Adminis- tration of Government" by. Dr. N A. Barrett; More Industries" by John H. Adams.
 ' Not only the membership ef the PCivio association but their friends and everybody interested in the gen. eral civic welfare of Birmingham are invited to attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
PRANK CAUSES LOSS
Grist Mill Ruined When Flood Gates
 Are Opened

J. l.. Cadell of near Trafford was the victim of prank of children or scme one seeking to do him an in- jury some time during Friday night. as a result of which he declares that . newly installed and partially as- sembled grist mill was ruined. Dep uty Sheriffs Woodie Sandefer and Virgil Sandefer are nvestigating but have made no arrests.
 The officers said that tho mill, which is situated on Gerlies creek. near the residence of Cadell. had food gates installed to hold back the waterpower, pending the completion of the mill. Some one opened the gates during Friday night and al- lowed the mill to run, as a result of which all of tho bearings were burned out from lack of oil. Cadell estimated his loss at $500.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
FRITZ BEING HELD
 UNDER $500 BOND
Second Degree MansIaughter Charged to Driver of Car
 Killing Woman
of Birmingham, Ala. Statement September 18th, 1922
 RESOIJRCES

Isaac M. Fritz of Brighton was held to the action of the grand jury under a $500 bond yesterday on a charge of manslaughter in the second degree. following the investigation of kCoroner J. D. Russum into the death of Mrs. David Owens of Wenona. (which is alleged to have been caused by her being run down by an auto mobile driven by Fritz. at the inter- section of Third avenue and Nine teenth street. Friday afternoon at } o'clock. At an early hour Saturday night Fritz had been unable to fur nish the required bail, and was being held in the county jail
 ] Funeral services for Mrs. Owens will be held from the residence, Mon }day or Tuesday, according to Huey land Mcconnell, undertakers of Bes- semer. who have the body in charge. 7 She Is survived by her husband, an official of the Wenona mines.
 Testimony offered at Coroner Rus sums inquiry into the death of Mrs. Owens was to the effect that Fritz made 8 complete left hand turn a.. the intersection of Third avenue and Nineteenth street. heading the car north on Nineteenth street. enroute to the Standard Oil company filling station, Sixth avenue and Twentieth street. where he is employed. While crossing the intersection at a slow rate of speed, he struck Mrs. Owens with the front of his car. tho front wheels passing over her body. She died three hours later ax the Bap- tiet hospital. W t5afE sFt
 Fritz. in his defense. ssad that there was no traffic policeman at the intersection at that time. and that he did not know 1t was 8 violation of the city law to make complete turn at that point. He also stated that when he struck Mrs. Owens he was at tempting to avoid striking . second pedestrian who was crossing Nine teenth street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
MISSIONARY TO SPEAK

Dr. R. M. Wilson,. medical mis. sionary from Korea, will speak a, both services at the South Hlghiand Presbyterian church today. He VIII speak in the morning on Medlcal Work in the Orient" and at 7:45 p. m, will give stereopticon views of his leper work in Korea. pr. Wilson IS head of the CwangJu Presbyterian hospital and Is superintendent of the mathematician leper hospital In Korea. He has some splendid slides, showing pictures of the leper work, method of treatment, patients, etc. Dr. Wilson came to Birmingham to attend the wedding of his brother, whose marriage to Miss Emily Har- rison was an event of the past week. During his stay in the city he is vis- iting Dr. w. R. Dobyns. pastor of the South Highland Presbyterian church
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
C1GARETTE THEFT CHARGED

Phillip Jackson negro. of 1922 Mortimer street. was charged with the theft of 5000 cigarettes from the Burnett Cigar company, by whom he was employed, by Detective Propst. who arrested him yesterday. A sys- tematic scheme whereby he took a small quantity of cigarettes daily and distributed them to various retail dealers was charged to the negro by the officer, who claims he recovered more than 5000 alleged stolen cigar cites from one establishment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
Home Brew Seized

Lillie Hudson. negress. 2215 Eighth avenue, north, was arrested by Depu- ties Green and Walker yesterday morning. following raid conducted at her residence. where the officers. it is alleged. found approximately
 The woman was charged with vio- lating the prohibition law. and is be- ing held under bond pending her trial before Judge H. B. Abernathy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24

est radio show may be held In con- junction with tho fair.
 Everything will be in readiness. Many have Queriod officials about the aeroplane feaures. It has been announced that Glenn E. Messer, one of the best known flyers In Ameri- ca would be an attraction at the fair, and that Mir. Messer, working in conjunction with the Aero Club of Alabama, would also take passen- gers into air for straight flying, a fee of s5 to be charged each pas senger.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
AUTO TAGS FOR NEW
 YEAR NOW AVAILABLE

Automobile owners can get their license tags for the new year at the office of the judge of probate on October 1, according to an announce ment by Woolsey Morrow. chief clerk. Tags were received last week and have a blue background with white raised letters.
 Business licenses will also be due October l and payable at the office of the judge of probate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
Couldn't Sell Him
 Gold Dollars For
 Ten Cents q Dozen

Sam Green. colored. of Missis- sippi, ayers that he wouldn't give a dime for s5 goldpiece. He paid s1o for $500 roll. and discovered later that the roll was composed of newspaper clippings wrapped in a s1 bill.
 Sam alleges that Charlie Mc- Lemore, 327 Eighth street, north. and William Johnson, All Eight eenth street, north. gave him the roll to hold as security for tho $10, with which his two new made friends were to purchase liquor. They failed to return. ac- cording to Sam, and he was con- graduating himself on being s49o to the good, when he decided to count his roll to make sure 1t was all there. The count revealed a lone s1 note, wrapped around the newspaper filling.
 Detectives T. N. Williamson and W. P. Elledge arrested Charlie and William, and Sam identified them as the "friends' who flim-f -flammed him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
Birmingham to HaUe q
 Great CarniUaland Queen
Bv MIGNON HALL

of entering brand field.
 launching into vaudeville.
 of aurng twoday will the wish they that they could
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24
PERSONAL

Mir M. N. Kronenberg of the Ala bama Dry Goods company Is now on an extensive buying trip to New York and other eastern markets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24

In Bohemia the bridal wreath is usually made of rosemary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-09-24

EXCURSION VIA A. B. & A. September 26. s7 round trip to Bruns- wick. s6 to other south Georgia points. Sleeping cars. Ten day limit. Adv
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1922-10-30
A. B. HART ASSAILS KLAN
Harvard Professor Declares Negro
Must Be Protected by Whites

Boston. Oct. 30. Prof Albert
Bushnell Hart. OF Harvard. author Il
a textbook on American history which
has drawn fire from members 0, the
Boston City Council as "Cn.Amer!.
can" Yesterday attacked the Ku KI.x
K!an in an address in St. Pauls
Cathedral on The African Race Pron.
lem" Prof. Har. declared that, In
their belief that the Khan should be
maintained TO place fear in the hearts
o; the Negro population. Southerner-
had revived corpse which should
have been allowed to lie foreve.
buried
"AInericans, he said. "are respon.
sible for rhe presence Of Negroes In
this country and they are also respor
,ibla for cduca'irg them and protecting
their rights as long ns they live here"