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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Should Raise Sheep
(Montgomerv Ionrnall

Montgomery Journal)
 Twenty years ago there were 35o.OO0 sheep in Alabama: today there are only about S5.000. This great decrease is to be regretted because sheep-whether allowed to roam over the cut-over areas or given attention, fenced and put oh good pasturage lands-wilI prove profitable, in fact, one of the most profitable side lines. Alabama is easily capable of handling over three million sheep on land that today is bringing the owner prac- tically no revenue. Diversification begins the march toward economic independence. The acquiring of a flock of sheep will prove an i'm portant step in the right direc- ton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
(Florence Timesl

4 little better acquaintance and more frequent and friendly inter- course between the people fthe Tri-Cities would soon allay any petty jealousies, that exist, and would help us get together in unity to work for our common cause, the best development of Muscle Shoals and our section. There Is going to be enough for all three cities, in fact. enough to unite all three in one big ity in time. The development of . closer relationship. between the cities would be an important factor in carrying out the large program ahead of us. Fs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
SMILES
A New Element
(Youth's Companion)

UUlH S CVIII IPaIIIVIIJ
 The teacher was piloting 2 class in general science through one of the early lessons in the text book.
 What were the four clements" |" she asked, into which the an- cients divided all natural objectsf William, you may answer"
 Earth" began William slowly. "Earth-and-and see. there was earth and air and-wa- ter-and-and-"
 Well, we'll" said the teacher briskly, what causes more acci- dents than anything else?"
 Automobiles" cried William, grateful for the teachers help.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
DELAY DIPLOMATIC ACTION

(Springfield, Mass, Republian)
 What the effect of the ascension of President Coolidge will be may be left to the future to reveal, but the effect of President Hardings death seems to be considerable delay of diplomatic ation at a time when events in Europe which are independent of diplomacy are nov ing with ominous and perhaps ac-. ceierating velocity. In England the situation is viewed as a race with ruin, and prolonged diplo- matic delay is grave handicap in the race. M
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
pimmers Are Needed

(Anniston Starr
 One of the greatest annoyances of motoring at night Is the glar- ing headlight of the auto ap- preaching, and the failure of many drivers to dim their lights. This also is one of the greatest dangers of night motoring, and it Is one that easily could be removed by the enforcement of such law as Representative Ashracft has pro posed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

who, in his letter, disclaims any desire to discuss the measure. Surely then the engineer cannot feel that he Is in any way involved in the politics re- ferred to,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Announcement that Senator LaFol- lette does not approve of President Coolidge will go long way towards convincing many people that they have a pretty good chief executive.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Taking off slicen

(Gadsden Times-News)
 Now it Is planned to take a slice from DeKalb county and give part to Etowah and part to Marshall. Etowah is to have the largest share. Wonder if the promoters of the idea hope in that manner to secure for that tsection some of the fine Etowah county roads?
 A Plea for nifty
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Reports come that eggs are accepted for admission to Berlin theaters. That should be convenient arrangement when the time comes to pay off the actors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

The exchange which declares that there is no sane reason for the in crease of divorces might remember that comparatively few divorces are founded on sanity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Timely
(watchman- -Examiner)

(Watchman- -Examiner)
 That certainly was a very fine sermon,p said an enthusiastic church member who was an ardent admirer of the minister. "A fine sermon, and well timed, too"
 Yes" answered his unadmiring neighbor, 1t certainly was we'll timed. fully half the congrega- tion had their watches out"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
ascertained. Very respectfully yours. W. s. KELLER,
 Sfafa JiChuav TNpofpaar

In conclusion, let me ask, do you think 1t fair, and to the best in- terest of the state. to write an edi- torial, such as the one you have written. without taking the trouble to verify the facts in your pos session? Certainly you can't say that we have failed to furnish you in the past with any information requested. w. s. KELLER,
 State Highway Engineer.
 Montgomery. Ala. August 21, 1923.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Such careIessness
(wall Street Journal)

(Wall Street JournaD
 The newly elected president of a banking institution was being introduced to the employes. He singled out one of the men in the cashiers cage. questioning him in detail about his work, etc.
 q have been here forty years" said the cashiers assistant. with conscious pride, and in all that time l only made one slight mis- take"
 "Good," replied the president. Let me congratulate you. But hereafter be more careful"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Chicago is reported to be in the midst of another crime wave, which may have some bearing on claims of that city as being among the first to get back to normalcy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Abandoning One-Crop

(AndaIusia Star)
 Farmers are again learning the lesson that it does not pay to pin their faith to one crop. Those who have planted corn, potatoes, vel vet beans and peanuts and who along with their otton crop will have some hogs to market this fall feel less the loss sustained by the ravages of the boil weevil. It will always pay to diversity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

An exchange observes that the way to earn the peace prize is to force application of the Golden Rule. Such an undertaking would develop per petual fighting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Perhaps the fact that bagpipes have been played for over ten thousand years explains why many people have become tired of them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Most of the European countries seem to find it hard to discard the idea that Uncle Sam's chief function is that of money-lender.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
TactfuI Lad

You have a nerve to suggest my taking you in partnership. Whats the idea?"
 "Wouldn't you rather have your daughter marry your partner than your clerk?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Good Clean Water (TalIadaga Dailv HnnnnN

VI IaEIduVBd a DaIIy IIOmeJ
 Before this time next year the waters will be rolling and tumb- ling, and then diving over the Cragdale dam, and a bountifug supply of Adams purest ale rush ing through the mains to Talla- dega.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Doubts and Hope

(Gadsden JournaO
 1t is extremely doubtful if the new tax system will be as effec- tive in removing discrimination and in raising revenue as has been the present one, but perhaps time will prove differently.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
THE ALABAMA PRESS
For snna1ler !Counties
(sylaaura Advancel

For development of cur state our legislature should pass a bill reducing the area of our counties and provide for the reation of several new counties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Speaking about empty formalities, how about Senator Hiram Johnson calling at the White House to wish the president we'll?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

In his suit to recover thirty cents damages for libel from Senator Brook hart, it is suspected that the former secretary of agriculture was not SC,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

What she can pay doesn't seem to interest Germany half 50 much as what she can get by on.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
THE AGE-HERALD

Entered at the Birmingham, Ala, post office as second-class matter under act of Congress. March 6, 1873,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Now that Mussolini is to be created duke, a knockout blow has been aimed at the longsuffering proletariat,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

riously injured, or that he does not regard the defendant as a man of large financial responsibility.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS ,n1itIed to inc use for publication of all news dispatches credited to 1t or not otherwise credited in this paper and also local news published therein. All rights of Republication of special dispatches herein are also reserved
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
+1B2ssBE2BEARfR. 2sBE

It is said that success of the 1itney ordinance would repeal every ordi- nance in Birmingham. Including, we presume, the jitney ordinance. When a man begins speech by say ing that he "holds no brief" for this or that, watch for an impassioned plea in behalf of that for which he holds no brief. It never fails. The phrase, q hold no brief for" means q am an ardent champion of"
 Procrastination When days are calm
 And there is balm
 Upon the dropping breeze, And to and fro
 The warm winds blow
 Among the dropping trees, One does not burn
 With deep concern
 When plutes and miners fight And rave and shout
 And fume about
 The cost of anthracite. The man that broke the bank at Monte Carlo has a rival in the man that knocked the deau out of Deau- vile.
 We suppose there will be tag day, or something, for the devastated gam bling syndicates of France.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
To D. D. S.

v A~s As Os The dentist laid ladder down Across my lower jaw, Inserted pins above my chins And rubbed my palate raw, Packed with will each tall tonsil With soft cement till full, And whistled, "Till the Cows Come
 Home,
 That Guy Will Sling the Bull" The dentist picked his buzzer up And dropped it on root, Inserted props between my chops, The bloody, grinning cootl He plastered varnish on my gums And, on my cuspids, paint, And whistled, "Till the Cows Come
 Home,
 Whoever Said We Ain't?" I do not hate you, dentist, when You give your muscles rein, Destroy my breath, bleed me to death Or merely cause me pain, Or, with your hammer in my head, Dislodge young idea ;. But kindly hook the whistle, doc It's worse than pyorrhea.
 The Hick Dynamite Found in Oats" Now we know what makes wild oats wild.
 What we need is treaty providing for the limitation of diplomats. We "hold no brief" for the private automobile, but we'll wager it's going to win this street railway y-jitney fight We "hold no brief" for the travelling public, but we think they will get il in the neck, no matter which way the election goes,
 We haven't seen an ice-man vel who seemed worried about the i'm. pending anthracite strike.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
NEWS BUREAUS

l. THOMPSON. President
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
A King con His Vacation) Can Do
 No Wrong

MADRID, Aug. 16.-The cabinet today agreed to patch up all political differences and postpone decisions on crucial questions until October in or der not to disturb the vacation of King Alfonso.
 New Standard Oil Slogan-'Tn a game of freeze-out you can do it bet ter with gas"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24
Discovered

Some time ago you wanted to know what had become of the genius who wrote names for Pullman cars. I have discovered his whereabouts. He went and had new gland put in. Now he is writing names for movie shows Alaric.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

"All that is the matter with this world" says MT. Ford, according to his biographer, "is injustice" As a dis coverer Chris Columbus has nothing on Henry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

We haven't seen an ice-man yet who seemed worried about the inn pending anthracite strike.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

We "hold no brief" for the travelling public, but we think they will get it in the neck, no matter which way the election goes,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

We "hold no brief" for the private automobile, but we'll wager it's going to win this street railway-j -jitney fight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

We suppose there will be tag day, or something, for the devastated gam bling syndicates of France.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

The phrase, q hold no brief for, !" means q am an ardent champion of"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

Dynamite Found in Oats." Now we know what makes wild oats wild.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-24

What we need is treaty providing for the limitation of diplomats.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
If You Need a Medicine
 You Should Have the Best

Have you ever stopped to reason why it is that so many products that are extensively advertised, all at once drop out of sight and are soon forgotten :? The reason is plain--the article did not fulfill the promises of the manu- facturer. This applies more particu- larly to medicine. A medicinal prep aration that has real curative value all most sells itself, as like an endless chain system, the remedy is recom- mended by those who have been bene- fitted to those who are in need of it.
 A prominent druggist says, Take for instance Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root, a preparation I have sold for many years and never hesitate to recom- mend, for in almost every case it shows excellent results, as many of my cus- toners testify. No other kidney rem edy has so large a sale"
 According to sworn statements and verified testimony of thousands who have used the preparation, the success of Dr. Kilmers Swamp-Root is due to the fact, so many people claim, that it fulfills almost every wish in over coming kidney, liver and bladder ail- ments, corrects urinary troubles and neutralizes the uric acid which causes rheumatism.
 You may receive sample bottle of Swamp Root by Parcel Post Address pr. Kilmer Co, Binghamton, N. r., and enclose ten cents also mention this paper. Large and medium size bottles for sale at all drug stores.- Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
POST OFF |CE CASE AT HARTSELLE UP
Names Of s. L. Sherill, Miss Simpson And w. B. Allen
 Certified As Eligible
WASHINGTON BUREAU l THE AGE-HERALD
 


 The civil service commission today certified to the Postmaster General three names from which to select a postmaster for HartseHe. Morgan county, Ala. The three names were slyvanus L. Sheriff. Miss Elizabeth Simpson and William B. Allen, for CT soldier.
 While the postmaster general may select either of the three. the chances are that he will choose either the man who made the highest grade, or the man who served his country during the war.
 Thus will be terminated one of the famous postoffice cases in the history of Alabama. Miss Simpson has been postmaster at Hartselle for many years. During the senatorial race between Oscar w. Underwood and Richmond Pearson Hobson, she az gressively supported the former, all though the latter was exceedingly strong in Hartselle. Subsequently. charges were filed against Miss Simp- son, and numerous investigations re- suited. Senator Underwood, always suspicious that politics in some way was involved, supported Miss Slmp- son, and use invariably trfumphed.
 When the republicans assumed con- trol of the government new charges were filed against Miss simpson. Senator Underwood suspected that they were based on the desire of re- publicans to secure the postoffice for a republican. He again supported Miss Simpson and she won out.
 The examination was held some weeks ago It would not surprise of official Washington would entertain a doubt that she had finally lost, official Washington entertain doubt that she had finally lost.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
ROMANCES SURROUND
 SCHICK CASE SUSPECT
San Diego Police Delve Into Past
 Racnrd Of E Drew Clark

SAN DIEGO. Cal, Octs 24.-The record of E. Drew Clark, held as suspect in the supposed murder of George F. Schick, wealthy broker, was probed Wednesday. Authorities announced they expected two former wives of the prisoner in San Diego Thursday whG could shed light on the career of the versatile furniture salesman, motion picture actor and soldier of fortune.
 The two women are Mrs. Florence E. Behlmer, employed in downtown Los Angeles store, and Mrs. Mac Gregor, also of Los Angeles.
 Clark, 1t appears. is surrGunded with an aura of romance. Burns de- tectives say they have discovered he served a term In Folsom prison, and that they have also linked him up with three other women.
 Mrs. MacGregor sent wire to au- thorities. She said she had impor- tantl information to give, bearing on both Clark and his divorced wire, Etta Mae Clark, whG, it Is claimed was his accomplice in an attempt to secure the $50,00o estate of Shick by duping the latter's wife.
 Mrs. Schick is still being held on a charge of forgery in connection with the forged power of attorney, which she says Clark influenced her to sign so the estate could be le- gally turned over to her.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
WOULD QUIT HER ROMANTIC COUNT
Bride Of Former Husband Of Senator's Ex-Wife Sues
 For Divorce

LOS ANGELES. Cal, Oct. 2A.- After a few short weeks of romance and happiness. Count" Armand DAleria romantically and with the dignity befitting any famous noble man, offered his heart, his title, his many famous castles in far-off Spain, to pretty Ruth Dennis In St. Louis, Mo, to do with them any thing which she pleased to.
 The count" Ruth considered gravely, was then employed as a bumper or a movie organ. Surely this was a strange occupation for one who was ranking member of the powers that be-. thought she.
 Seeing the doubt in her mind, D'Aleria hastened to assure her that it was "only lark" these menial tasks he was performing. His castles in Spain he spoke of tenderly and he told her of receiving s30 month just in rentals and there were many other sources of income which en- abled him to laugh at monetary em- barrassment.
 Took Him For "Worse."
 So pretty Ruth stood before the altar and took the count" for better or worse.
 From St. Louis the "royai' couple came here, Disillusionment followed, Every morning when nobleman should be calling for his valet, Ar mand was out of the house and at work
 When one day she begged him to quit his job, the countess" says, he told her that his $500 8 month income from Spain was 8 myth. His title. much to her distress, she discovered was merely one he had longed for, and he might just as easily have been lord" duke" or an "earl" as far as family ancestry was con cerned
 So, Wednesday, deciding she had taken the alleged nobleman for worse, she filed suit here for annul- ment of thesmarriage.
 Several years ago the Count" Ar mand came into the public eye when he married Mrs. Katherine Imogene Nixon, widow of Senator Nixon Of Nevada; who was 30 years his senior. After only a short time of married life, Mrs Nixon divorced the count, !" charging infidelity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
LLOYD GEORGE IN
 PLEA FUR EUROPE
Declares U. s. Industry's h. terest Did Not End With
 Signing Of Peace Pact

SYRIA MOSQUE, PITTSBURG, Pa, Oct. 24.--In one of the last set speeches of his American tour Wednesday night, David Lloyd George voiced to industrial America, as typified in Pittsburg, his plea that the United States help save Europe. Recalling the service which indus trial America performed during the war in fashioning war equipment and munitions, the British war premier said that American industry's in- terest in world stability did not end with the signing of the peace treaty.
 Secretary of Labor Davis intro duced Lloyd George to great audience in which Pittsburg million aires and Welch folk mingled with all classes and Hationalities
 When Davis presented him as The Abraham Lincold of Europe, nay, of the world" the visitor was given the greatest ovation of his trip.
 Recall. c.rnesie,s G Q Peace p Vision.
 Recalling his long friendship with Andrew Carnegie, Pittsburg steel master. Lloyd George said it was a particularly opportune time to recall Carnegies vision of world peace Carnegie, he said, predicted the World war years before it occurred.
 Are we really going to have war like that again?' Lloyd George asked.
 "The answer depends on two great communities. the United States ana Great Britain. Cant you trust the common sense of manlind? No, be- cause when fear and suspicion rule reason totters. There is nothing SD dangerous as the fear of the bravest animal-man.
 Asks For Mercy Sedy.
 Let us have commission or mercy in the world to put an end to war; ended Lloyd George.
 Lloyd Georges day here was one of the most trying he has encouh- tered. due largely to the tremendous mass of people and two-hour motor ride through the fog and ram, lm- posed on him against his will.
 He and his family were gwen presents by the American Gorseoo' a Welsh organization, following ceremony at the home of Mrs. John Worthington, making Lloyd George Gorsedd member.
 Sir Alfred Cope. who has borne the burden of arranging the trip ana who up to this has received precious iAle thanks from anybody, was given a platinum watch by the Gor sedd in recognition of his efforts to make the tour a success.
 The party left shortly before mio- night for Washington.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
BANKER TELLS OF
 SHOOTING AFFAIR
Knight Case On Trial At Greensboro-CIothing
 Is Introduced

GREENSBORO Ala, Oct. 24.- Special. .)-The trial of Hal Knight, charged with shooting J. A. Blunt, Greensboro bank president, was be- gun here Wednesday before Judge Hobb. Court was adjourned soon after it convened in order that suit of clothing worn by Blunt when he was shot be brought from Selma at the request of Knights attorneys.
 Mrs. Ernest Otto was the first witness examined. She had over heard a conversation between MT. Knight and Mrs. Shaw relative to the case in the drug store just be- fore the shooting.
 MT. Blunt was the next witness. He gave his testimony in clear, concise manner. pr. Poellinitz testi- fled as to the nature of the wound Court adjourned to be resumed in the morning awaiting a witness from FaunSda le
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-25
JOURNALS TO DE FILED
100000 ATTEND TEXAS FAIR ON KHAN DAY
Evans Holds Immigration Outstand- ing Problem Before United States


 DALLAS, Tex, Oct. 24.-Klan day at the state fair of Texas today drew more than 300,000 persons, according to Secretary Stratton. and tonight more visitors were pouring through the gates to the vast grounds where a public initiation was planned.
 Upward of 30,000 klansmen from all parts of the southwest and some from almost every realm. arrived on special trains this morning, George K. Butcher, Dallas klan No. 66, gen eral chairman, reported.
 Altogether 21 special trains of klansmen arrived before noon.
 The klansmen swarmed around the band shell this afternoon to hear Dr. H. w. Evans of Atlanta, imperial wizard. speak.
 Immigration is the outstanding problem confronting the United States today beside which all na- tional difficulties were trivial pr. Evans declared.
 Preceding Dr. Evans speech the oHly formal event on the program was the dedication of Hope Cottage. home for foundlings.
 50 far as l know this is the only institution of it's kind erected solely for the purpose of caring for the helpless babies that have come into the world unbidden." J. D. Van Winkle, exalted cyclops of the Dallas klan, presiding over the dedication, declared.
 Klansmen. of Oklahoma were given a hearty hand when they arrived at the band shell. Wearers of the white and crimson uniform of the klan with masks rolled back were interspersed through the crowds.
 Following Dr. Evans address, ath- letic events were held in the stadium and the evening before the grand stand fireworks and a spectacular parade of klansmen and klan women and uniform was arranged with the public initiation ceremony taking place at o'clock at night.