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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
BRITISH GENE. RAJ
 IS IN HOSPITAL FOLLOWING TRIP.
Attempts Difficult Journey Through India on Foot. Visits Many 0ut-of-
 Way Places

CALCUTTA. Feb. 24.-Brig. Gen George NPereira, of the British army, saw active service in both the South African and European wars, and in spite of these experiences and his 5S years. the love of adventure in this soldier wax so strong that he started alone two years ago on a. 7000-mile journey of the utmost difficulty. So far as the records go, no man had ever before made the trip the gen eral selected for his adventure. He covered half the distance on foot and is now in a Calcutta hospital recover ing from the effects of some of his hardships.
 After the armistice General Pereira was sent to Peking as military at- tache to the British embassy. In January of 1921 he was ready to go back to England, but his sporting in- stinct had been aroused by tales of the difficulty of travel through cer- tain sections of China and he re- ceived permission to make his way overland to Calcutta.
 The first lap of his Journey was luxurious. a first-class coach from Peking to Tientsfn. Thence a Chi nese cart carried him to Shansi When he had crossed the Wansho he proceeded. partly by train, to Lory- anSr where ne was the guest or Gen eral Wu Pei-fu, who was busily engaged at the time in leading a widespread political and revolution ary movem ent against the consti- tuted authority.
 o O o
 Visits Sianfu.
 General Pereira visited sianfu, the old capital of the country, and aclimbed She Hwashan, one of the , sacred mountains of China. This climb was extremely difficult. The mountain consists of great rocks, with steep, zig-zag paths winding upward between them. The paths are cut into the rocks in the form of irregular steps. some of which are a foot or. two in height At the sides of these paths are precipftous drops of 2,000 feet or more The climb had to be made with the as- sistance of iron chains.
 The generals itinerary then took him through the andit-infested provinces of Shensf and e-chuen. In one of these provinces there are reported to be 50,000 brigands. Just before General Pereira went through missionary had been captured by
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
ACCOMMODATING, TITLE OF WOCO MAGAZINE
 NOW BEING ISSUED

A new publication has appeared In the Birmingham district, issued each month by the Wofford oil company and appealing to all automobile own CTS. The title of the new magazine is "Wocomobiling," taking It's nlme from the slogan coined by the Wolf ford company and it Is distributed free throughout the Woco territory.
 The latest issue of the publica- ton features number of attractive cuts showing some of the filling stations operated by the Woco agents, as well as write-ups of members Of the Wofford organization and origin al snappy jokes, many of them con tributed by readers of the naga- zine.
 A standing feature in "wocomobil- ing" is page devoted to reports on the condition of the highways in the Woco territory, the information being collected from agents of the company and various other sources. Two pages of the magazine are de- voted to News of the Woco Men, and present interesting little write- ups on the various agents.
 Demand for "Wocomobiling" has thus far exceeded the print order but any motorist desiring to receive 1t regularly can do so by communicat- ing with the Wofford Oil company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
SCHOLDER SERVICE HELPFUL TO OWNER

Many a stranded motorist has had occasion to be thankful for the day and night service rendered by the Scholder Tire and Accessory company. This was especially true during the recent cold spell when motors were hard to start and the battery willing but weak. The Scholder service in- cludes free battery service in addt- tion to many other features and 1t is available at any hour of the twen ty-four. It is said that this service. while free to motorists, has con tributed greatly to the increasing business enjoyed by this concern.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25

Pereira says it was a great relief to get into Jeykundo, where he found a few shops and courd repienish his wardrobe. Here he met Madame Neel, a French Buddhist, who was the only European encountered dur ing the entire journey across the Tibet down to Gyantze, which is a British trade center.
 From Lhassa, the Journey to Call cutta lay along fairly familiar route, and the going was easier and mere pleasant. The traveller was en- tertained. and aided on his journey, by the British residents at Yatung and Gantok.
 General Pereira expects soon to leave the hospital entirely recovered and as fit as ever
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Ingenious Insulation

Rubber garden hose makes an ideal protection for ignition cables. Cut off piece of rubber hose to the correct length and run the wires through it and out the holes cut in the sides to conform with the location of the spark plugs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Importance of the Motor Pa.sport

An operator of motor vehicle should not forget to carry both cer- tificate of registration and license or operators card (if any) on his person. In case of a violation, the possession of these may save humili ation and embarrassment. In some Jurisdictions, failure to have them is, in itself, an offense.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Cleaning Dirty Pipes

A pIugged gasoline or oil pipe can be cleaned out by using the tire pump. A quick, sharp stroke of the pump will force air into the discon- nected pipe at considerable pressure and, if not too tightly plugged, will blow it clear. If this fails, of course, wire must be used.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Worth Remembering

An improvised grease container for filling grease cups can be quickly made by rolling a sheet of stiff wrap ping paper into small cornucopia. Pack the container with grease, tear of the pointed end, and roll the top as you would tube of tooth paste.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Al Good Hahit ta CnItixate

Create habit of using the emer- gency brake every day. This will keep you in practice, and you will become accustomed to reaching for 1t whenever any emergency arises. It is also we'll to use this brake often to wear the emergency bands evenly with those on the service brakes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Tips to Prospective Buyers

When buying car, there are eight vital considerations which should govern the selections: Balance, pow CT, control, fabrication, cooling, econ omy, durability and finish.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Locating Leaks

Leaks in the carburetor float can be located by immersing the part in hot water. In this way, any gasoline in the interior will be vaporized, and will force it's way out of the hole, which may be located by watching for the bubbles to rise
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Rubber-Covered Pedals

To prevent the foot from slipping off the clutch or brake pedal, which usually becomes smooth through long wear, cut a piece of rubber from an old tire, the size and shape of the pedal, and have 1t bolted to the sur face of the metal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
MoDERNIzING HAMLET

From Life.
 In the players scene in Hamlet" the following lines occur:
 Players Queen: In second husband let me be accurst!
 None wed the second but who killed the first.
 Hamlet (aside): wormwood. worm wood.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Battery FunneIs

Use glass or rubber funnel when pouring distilled water into the bat tery. Metal tunnels are conductors of electricity and are likely to spoil the cells.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25

selling automobiles, MT. Deadwyler Is no stranger to the small car field and he is thoroughly familiar with it's activities. He has been for If years with the Peerless Laundry cor poration and has already .demonstrat- ed his ability as 8 salesman, and this ability is further enhanced by lis pleasing personality.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
MOTORS AND THEIR CARE
Practical Suggestions for In suring Longevity of
 the Car
Where Trademarks Count

Do not buy tubes upon which the manufacturers name does not appear. Many are worthless, and it is a waste of money to buy such equipment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25

The 1923 series Light-Six Tour ing Car has been dominant feature of all the automobile shows.
 It is handsome in appearance with harmony of line previously confined to high priced cars. It is complete in detail with many refine ments exclusive with Stakeholder. It is exceptional in economy of purchase and maintenance.
 The new body is all steel, even to the framework, and ia finished in baked enamel. Cushions arc ten inches deep and upholstered, as usual, in genuine leather. There is generous room for five persons in ease and comfort.
 The chassis remains practically unchanged. It is essentially the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25

for they are masters of the craft of carriage building.
 "The present Hudson sedan is possibility at it's present price be- cause of an exceptionally advantage ous arrangement made by Hudson with Riddle & Smart. The entire working force is now devoted ex- clusively to the building of this one type of body. And thus without in any way letting down on materials or grade of workmanship, Riddle X Smart is able to produce at a hith- erto impossibly low price. In this Riddle &s Smart sedan. Hudson has one of the very finest and most aris- tocratic enclosed cars in nrotordom.
 When prices are not told bcfore- hand, buyers generally think the sedan Is actually several hundred dollars above the actual figures"
 Specific gravity of platinum Is
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
A NEW SERVICE BY COMPANY

The Jefferson Wood Working com pany is now ready for business at 1316 First avenue. This concern does work of all kinds such as show cases, counters, truck bodies and automo- bile woodwork. A completely equipped shop with modern machin- cry makes it possible for this new concern to provide splendid service in its line. The personnel of the firm is R. H. Alexander, president; J. w.. Woodward, vice president and general manager, and c. F. Feagin, secretary treasurer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
Economy on Wheels

To drive a car economically, the tires must be up to standard pres- sure, all bearings in good order properly fabricated. the wheels in alignment, brakes properly adjusted, first class cylinder oil. not too thick, good gasoline, distilled product pre- ferred to casing-head. ignition sys- tenn in first class condition, valves well seated. pistons, rings and cylin- ders in first class condition, .carbu- retor adjusted to give slightly thin mixture. spark properly advanced, gasoline system free from leaks. and everything as nearly right as pos sible.
 Keep a record of all numbers of the car.
 Tighten bolts regularly to prevent squeaking.
 Never keep an engine running when it is excessively hot.
 To conserve current, disengage the clutch while starting.
 Emery paper should never be used for cleaning moving parts of a car.
 Never run car with a broken headlight lens; it ruins tie reflector.
 Every motorist should carefully study the automobile laws of his state.
 Never use the same can or bucket to carry water and gasoline. A par ticle of water or dirt in the gasoline may cause lr,t of trouble.
 A broken windshield or window can be temporarily mended by past ing paper binding strips Che kind used to secure packa8es) on the out side and inside of tiSA break.
 If you intend sending your car to the repair shop, remember that the period including the months of March, April and May is the time when de-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25
NEW PERII,s.

From the New York Sun.
 Ted-Since the reign of the flap per you're not so likely to sit on a wad of chewing gum. Ned-No; you're more apt to land on a hot cigarette butt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-25

same splendid automobile that has delivered satisfaction to hundred thousand owners throughout tho world.
 The Studebaker Light-Sk Tour ing Car fully meets tho public demand for a light weight, moder- ate priced, high quality motor car.
 The new one-piece, rain-proof windshield gives unobstructed view to the driver. The quick-action cowl ventilator and thetight-ftting curtains are among many unusual items of equipment. The parking lights add a finished touch and are most convenient.
 The Light-Six Touring Car up- holds Shareholders 71-year reputa- ton for honest value.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1923-03-16
ANNOUNCEMENT

Our ears and expert knowledge
Of values throughout the city are
always at your service.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1923-03-16
STAIEMENI+O OF THE CONDITION.
Eureka Life Insurance
Company, of Baltimore,
Maryland.

On the 3ist day Of December. 1872. az.
required under the District OF Columbia
Code. amended June so. 1894. and Au.4
gust 10, ls11:
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
HouU to Make Pine
Cough Syrup at Home
Has no equal FOR prompt results.
Takes but moment 20 prepare,
and saves you about s..

Pine is used in nearly all prescrip-
tions and remedies for coughs The
reason IS that pine contains several ele-
ments that have remarka ble effect In
soothing and healing the membranes Of
the throat and chest
Pine cough syrups are combinations
Of pine and syrup. The syrup part IS
usually plain sugar syrup.
To make the best pine cough remedy
that money can buy. put 2h ounces Of
PineX in "A pint bottle. and nh up with
homemade sugar syrup. or you can
use clarified molhsses, Money, or corn
syrup, instead Of sugar syrup Either
way, you make full pint-more than
YOU can buy ready made for three times
the money It IS pure, good and tastes
very pleasant.
Yen can feel this take hold Of n cough
or cold in a way that means business
The cough may be dry, hoarse ana tight.
or may DO persistently loose from the
formation Of pblegm. The cause is the
same--infamed nemhraues this
riney and Syrup combination will stop IL
usually in - hours OF less. Splendid
too for hoarHeness or any ordinary
throat aiiment
PineE IS a highly concentrated com
pound Of genuine Norway pine extract.
and is famous the world over for its
prompt effect upon colds.
Beware Of substitutes Ask your
druggist for "2i2 ounces Of PineK" with
directions. and don't accept anything
else Guaranteed to give absolute sat
isfactjon or money refunded. The Pinex
Co., Eft. Wayne, nd.--Adyertlsement.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
SEVEN CHILDREN
ARE INVOLVED IN
PARENT TRIANGLE
Mrs, Leota Bridges Charges
Spouse Led Double Life
With Divorce,

Seven children today We're cntangied
i'm the web Of a new love triangle be
fore juvenile court
Three are the daughter sof Efie N.
WeIch. Al. Of 2o4I Hovey St, charged
with contributing to the delinquency
Of children and child neglect. The
other four are the stepchildren Of
Thomas Bridges. IS. OF 1922 Ashland
Ave. arrested with Airs. WEIGH on the
same. charges. Warrant for the arrest
WINS fled by Mrs. Leota Bridges, 10,
Bridges wife.
Today Mrs. WEIGH was back at
work. hoping she Will be able to fin
fsh buying the house she lives IN. She
admitted living with Bridges as man
and wife. but said she believed he
was divorced and expected to marry
HIM according TO police
When Lieut.. Cliff Richter, Sergt.
J. Richter and Patrolman Russ raided
the Welch home at $40 a. m. Sunday
they found a 14-year-oid daughter,
Lucy Welch. who opened the door,
reluctant 10 awaken her new papa
and her mother. they said today. Lit
tie Elizabeth Welcb 5. agreed with
T.ucv thar Thomas Bridges was their
new daddy. Mrs. WEIGH at first also
stated he was her husband, police
said
Mrs. WeIch told this story, accord
ing to officers: ST was broken IN health
from e long battle to obtain q divorce
from Henry Welch. which obtained
last Ceo4e7-ha-. I was supnorting my
family, and when Tom suggested q
trip south, oh, 7 don't know why, but
I agreed Ny mother loaned him $1l5
10 buy a car and we started
FOR two months Tom paid my eN-
penses and lived with me as my nus
hand al Tampa. Fla. telling me al
OF the time he was divorced and Just
putting me of iu my demand that he
marry me. I told my children we
were married. and also the leighbors.
When we came back left nay daugh-
ter. Amy. 9. who is in III health. with
a friend IN Florida.
i haven't been satisfied with Tom s
being away so much. but We both
worked ar different times and have
accepted his excuse thar he was try
ing to dispose of a piece II property
SO he could pay back rne SINS. know
now ne was spending that time with
his wife
The case was continued until April
p The court ordered Mrs. WEIGH
to reliululsh t=r children to the couu-
~ pending the trial
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
BEWARE THE
COUGH OR COLD
THAT HANGS ON

Chronic coughs and persistent colds
lead to serious trouble. You can stop
them now with Circumcision, an emul-
sihed creosote that is pleasant to take.
Creomulsjon is a new medical discov-
cry with twofold action; it soothes and
heals the inflamed membranes and
kills the germ.
OF all known drugs, creosote is
recognized by the medical fraternity as
the greatest healing agency for the
treatment Of chronic coughs and colds
and other forms Of throat troubles.
Creomulsion contains, in addition to
creosote, other healing elements which
soOthe and heal the inaamed mem
branes and stop the irritation while
the creosotc goes ON to the stomach,
IS absorbed into the blood, attacks
the seat of the trouble and destroys
the germs that lead to serious compu-
cations.
Circumcision is guaranteed sausfac-
tory In the treatment of chronic
coughs and colds. catarrhal bronchitis
and other forms Of throat diseases, and
is excellent for building up the system
after colds or the flu. Money refund
ed II any cough or cold. no matter Of
how long standing. Is not relieved
after taking according to directions.
Ask your druggist. Creomulsion Co.
Atlanta. CSa-Advertisernen
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
SIX SAYS TANLAC
Was A BLESSING
Peoria Man Declares II Ended
His Stomach Trouble and
Restored Wife to Health.

"Tanlac has been a blessing in our
home. and my wife and / viii always
praise 1t. 7 only regret we did not
get il sooner. for it would have saved
a world of suffering and money, too. %
declared Benjamin +. Six, 1910 Sew
-enth st, Peoria, Ill. the other day.
-Four years of stomach trouble had
me where I almost lost hope Of get
ting we'll NV stomach was always
so upset my food soured and caused
gas and pains that nearly doubled me
up. My Kidneys bothered me, too.
had fearful backaches and head
aches. and It was all I could do to
drag myself home from work
Five bottles OF Tanlac drove out
all my old troubles and I eat better.
sleep bstter and work better. My wife
has taken as much as I have. for her
case was as bad or worse. and she,
too. thinks there is nothing like the
Tanl3c treatment"
Tanlac is for sale by All good drug
gists. Over thirty-hve million bottles
sold.-Adv.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
It S Neuritis!
Not Rheumatism

That sharp. stahhing pain in the upper
arm. about the shoulder blade in the
mare Of tito neck along the forearm or
down the thigh and Lex, IS often Neu-
riffs not Rheumatism.
II you have severe frontal headache
with n feeling that something is witch
Ing or pulling at the eyebals-a dun,
aching pain iu the back accompanied By
an occasional shooting pain IN the side
-nrmbuess or tiuEling in the fingers or
"gtitches' OF pain here aud there. the
chances are that your trouble IL Neuvitis
No matter where your pain is located,
you can get prompt relief without taking
hromIdcs. narcotics or other dope Ap-
ply fysmol over the part that hurts. and
you Will be rid Of the torture Tysmol
rs guaranteed harmless 70 helps to soOth
and heal the weak irdamed nerves.
Don't suffer any longer. Get 81
package 81 Tysmol Absorbent from Hook
Drug GO. or any reliable druggist.
TysmoI Co. MIG Chemists. 400 Suffer
ST. san Advertisements
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
WARSHIPS CARRY
IRISH PRISONERS

b. Jnited Press

b. Jnted Press
DUBLIN. March I2.-Three war
ships today brought TO Dublin $50
rebel prisoners Of the Free State. cap
tured in q great roundup that extend
ed to every corner Of the British
Isles
The docks were heavily guarded by
national troops as the insurgents We're
landed and marched with tanks and
arm0red cars 10 Mount JOY prison.
The prisoners We're captured by
Scotland Yard detectives throughout
England. Scotland and Wales. They
are charged with supplying guns and
ammunition Of the De Ealeraites.
President Cosgraves recent visit 20
London was for the purpose Of re-
ouesting this assistance from the Brit
ish government. IT is learned
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
BAD BRONCHIAL COUGH
FOR So YEARS
Mrs. Hico Finally Stopped IT, Without
Changing Climate.

II had bronchitis for 26 years When
7 was 2 years old. had whooplnR
cough and it left me in an awful
state took hundreds Of dollars
worth OF medicine, with but little TO
lief. 7 had to sit up in bed all night
and cough and choke until my eyes
nearly burst out Of their sockets. I
could not afford to change climate
Finally my husband urged me to
try Milks Emulsion. having If II didn't
help mo, 7 could get my money back
I tried # and have continued its use
until now my bronchial tubes arc FREQ
and clear and I can breathe with ease
When you think that 7 had this dread
"a disease all my life. you can seq
why [ want everybody to try Nilks
Emulsion. "-Mrs. Anna Rice. 1451
Wendall ST, Columbus, Ohio
Sprays and gargles and local RENE
dies do not touch a cough Of this
kind. The system must be built up
to throw it off
Nilks Emulsion restores healthy.
natural bowel action; t. Is a truly
corrective medicine, doing away with
all need Of pills and physics It pro.
notes appetite and quickly puts the
digestive organs in shape to assirni-
late food, and thus build flesh and
strength. Milks Emulsion is strongly
recommended to those whom sickness
has Weakened it is q powerful aid
in resisting and repairing the effects
Of wasting diseases. Chronic stomach
trouble and constipation are promptly
relieved
This Is the only solid emulsion made,
and so palatable that it is eaten with
a spoon like ice cream. Truly wonder
ful for weak, sicl1ly children.
No matter how severe your case,
you are urged to try Milks Emulsion
under this guarantee-Talle six bot.
ties home with you, use it according
to directions and if not satisfied with
the results, your money win be
promptly refunded Price coo and
$1.20 per bottle. The MillIs Emulsion
Co, Terre Haute, Ind. Sold by drug.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
SALES EXCEED MILLION
Auto Show Visited by Record Throng
of 10000 Saturday Night.

More than a million dollars In sales
was the record Of exhibitors at the
1928 Automobile Show. which closed
Saturday night, John 3. Orman. man
ager, said.
A record attendance of more than
10000 thronged the Manufacturers
building on the closing Fun and
Frouc" night. Displays i'm the two
center alsIes were removed to pro
vide room for the dancers.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-03-12
THEY CAN'T BE STOPPED
Police Find Deserted Ford, but Motor
Still Is Running.

With motor running and without a
driver. Ford sedan, with license
number 31724, was found early TO-DAY
headed into the guard rail OF the ele-
waited railroad tracks at Georgia and
Missouri SITS. Paroimen Ludgin and
Deeter found the car and brought it
TO police headquarters. The bumper
and one light were broken. There was
no certificate OF title In the car. police
say