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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
NEW AGRICULTURAL IDEAS

Members of the recess legislative committee on agriculture returned to Montgomery today from trip of inspection through the states of Mis- sissippi. Tennessee, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. J. M. Moore, commissioner of ess riculture and sec retary of the committee, declared that the committee went into the states where greatest progress has been made in the development of agriculture and that the ideas ob- tained during the inspection would be used in evolving a program which will be submitted to the Alabama legislature at the adjourned session
 Mir Moore broadcast from the Kansas City Star an address in which he told all listeners-in on the radio that Alabama's committee was in other states in search of ideas for an agricultural program and that the people of Alabama proposed to estap- fish an agricultural program based upon the experience of progressive states in agriculture. This code of laws which Alabama legislative recess committee will write should be of special interest to the people of other states for the de- velopment of the resources of Ala bama will effect the economic wei fare of all the people," said Commits sioner Moore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
ENTHUSIASTIC RALLY. IS'HELD FOR SCHOOLS
Large Crowd Attends Great Celebra-
 tion At Heflin

HEFLIN, Ala. April 2.-(special) The countrywide school rally held here Saturday March 31, was sue cess far beyond the expectations of those who planned 1t, with a large crowd in attendance.
 At 10 o'clock the parade of school children, led by the brass band of Jacksonville State Normal school, started from the county high school campus, marched up Evans street around by the Southern depot and down Ross street to the public school building, where appropriate speeches were made by J. B. Hobdy and Miss Sarah Luther of the state department of education and Frank Willis Barnett of Birmingham and local speakers.
 The afternoon was given over to athletic contests.
 Other features of the day were drills, spelling, recitations and dec lamations and other contests. The school exhibits by Fruithurst, Leb- anon, Ali, Vaughan. Victory and the county high school were splendidly gotten up and arranged.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
PIONEER CITIZEN DIES
Benjamin F. Owens Succumbs In At-
 lanta At Age Of S3

HEFLIN, Ala, April 2.-(Special) The remains of Benjamin F. Owens, one of the leading and pioneer citi- zens of Cleburne county, who died in an Atlanta sanatorium. were buried in the cemetery here Sunday after noon, the funeral services being con- ducted by Rev. J. A. Parkin. Mir. owens. who was SS years old, died last Thursday evening in Atlanta fol- lowing an operation.
 He was a native of South Carolina, but moved to this county in his early manhood and resided at Abernathy for a number of years. when he moved to Heflin and engaged in the mercan- tile business. He was a prominent member of the Methodist church. south, and served as a steward for more than 40 years. He was mem Der of the Masonic and other frater- mites.
 The following children survive: j.. A., l.. A., F. P. and Misses Alice and Minnie owens of Heflin: Dr. w. H. owens of Atlanta, Mrs. T. G. Hill of Tallapoosa. Ga; R. J. Owens of Anda- lusia. and M. F. Owens of Miami, Okla.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
woRTHINGToN SENDS MESSAGE

The present year is the last one of activity by the Tennessee River I'm provement association, in behalf of Muscle Shoals and the offer of Henry Ford, and for that reason the asso- citation expects all communities to which quotas have been assessed to raise their amount immediately in order that the organization may have funds to carry on the work. This was the message brought here Monday by Col. J. w. Warrington. executive secretary of the association.
 MT. Worthington expressed the be- lief that before the next year begins the offer of Ford will have been ac- cepted and the association may turn its attention to other phases of Ten Ressee river developfnent. He de- clared a clean slate must be had be- fore further expenditures are made. In other words. the organization does not plan to borrow any money for it's uses and will await the payment or pledging of the funds needed by the communities interested. Nothing but our own inactivity can defeat the Ford bid." MT. Worthington stated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
LARGE TIMBER TRACT ON GENERAL WHEELER ESTATE IS TO BE SOLD
Estate of Late Confederate Officer and Spanish Ameri-
 can Hero Invaded
TENNESSEE VALLEY BUREAU
 THE AGE-HERALD Albany Decatur. Ala. April 2

Plans of the Bond Brothers Lumber company. big timber cutters, are be- ing placed on the General Wheeler estate about 20 miles west of here and soon will begin cutting tracts of timber on the plantation of the ex- Confederate general, according to word received here Monday.
 Bond Brothers recently purchased the timber /n large sections of the estate, 1t Is said. The plantation is perhaps the largest remaining intact in north Alabama, and the timber on it is declared to approximate $500, 900 in value. The consideration involved in the deal between Bond Brothers and heirs of General Wheeler Is not known
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
COUNTRYWIDE CLEAN-rP

The county-Wide Cleanup cam paign for Calhoun was started off
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
Fit Made Of the Unfit This
 Mineral Water Rebuilds Quickly

Being nature-made products, mineral waters are accepted read ily 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., 1923-04-03
PETITION CONSIDERED

The public service commission heard and took under advisement to- day the petition of the Decatur Cor nice & Roofing Co. for an order requiring the Louisville and Nash vile Railroad company to refund $267.71 which the former claims was collected excessively for the trans portation of six cars of channels, beams and eagles from Fairfield to Albany. The commission gave at torneys for the railroad 15 days in which the prepare brief in support of their contention that the tariff was not excessive.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03

Monday morning, every available prisoner, trash wagon or truck being used In the city to haul trash and garbage away from the alleys and vacant lots of Anniston. Sanitary Superintendent w. E. Parker and other city officials have been active for over week in a campaign to have the cleanup drive ready to begin on Monday. and as a result, many loads of refuse matter was re- moved to the incinerator plant for destruction during the first day of the campaign. The slogan, "A Spot less County" has been deciden upon by Mrs. c. W. Crye, the county health officer, and others and 1t is expected that every part of the county will be made thoroughly clean before the coming ot Saturday night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
EX-MAYOR VERY ILL

W. P. Johnson, chairman of the board of county commissioners and twice mayor of Gadsden, is desper- ately i'll at local hospital following major operation Sunday afternoon. It was stated Monday that his con dition was very grave but that he had a slight chance to recover. He Is a pioneer newspaper man of this section.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
LANDS BEING TERRACED

Colbert county farmers are increas- ing the terracing of their lands. J.. F. Yarbrough, county demonstration agent, with a group of Spring Valley farmers, recently made an inspection trip over the county in the interest of better terracing. Colbert county farmers are continually striving to better their farms and farming con- ditions. In few years Colbert coun- ty will rank first in the state as an agricultural and stock raising com munity if the average of progress for the past two years is maintained.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
EXPLOSION IF O|L HEATER. CAUSE IF
 \ LOSS OF $1O,OO0
Large Booming House At At- talla Destroyed By
 Fire Sunday
GADSDEN BrREAU
 THE AGE-HERALD
Gadsden. Ala. April 2

The explosion of small oil heater caused the destruction of the 15-room boarding house of J. B. Childers at Attalla Sunday night with the loss of more than s10.oo0 The insurance totaled s4,1oo. Although the depart ment fought a dozen fires Sunday there was no damage of consequence except at the home of Louis Hart on Ninth street. The roof was par tially burned off and the loss Is esti- mated at S100.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
NEW COMMISSIONS

Minor commissions were issued by S. H. Elan. secretary of state. today to appointees of Governor Brandon as follows: Constable, A. c. Hawsey, Evergreen justice of peace. J. l.. Amazon, Albertville: notary public and ex-officio justices of the peace. Roland c. Evans, Sheffield; c. M. Smith, St. Clair; Zack P. Shepherd, Carbon Hill: w. J. Hankins, Vernon; notaries public, R. s. Corry, Green vile; D. J. Garvin. Rock Run; G. G.. Warren, Jackson; J. l.. Jones. Paint Rock; Mrs. Hattie R. Leon, Deer Park; F. M. Bishop, West Blocton; Gross Scruggs. Grove Hill: Margaret Ford, Grove Hill; H. T. Taylor, Bank ston; Mason G. Klippel, Mobile Walter Knighton, Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
HE SUPPLIES SHOW
Man Who Tipped off Another still
 Arrested

oPEL1KA, Ala. April 2.-Geased Wire Special.)-Law Enforcement Officers Young, Garrett and Fowler reported big still captured Sunday morning few miles over the county line in Russell county. Two of the men were arrested, Jim Thomson. white, and Jesse Wiley, negro. The other two men escaped. The still, of 800 gallons capacity. was destroyed and about 1000 gallons of mash was emptied. On a trip to that section last week this same man, Thomson, accommodated the officers by point ing out the location of a still belong ing to another man. This time, how ever, he furnished the stage for the show himself
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
NEW INCORPORATIONs

Two business corporations and one social corporation qualified to do business in Alabama by filing certifi- cates with the secretary of state to- day. The business corporations were: J. P. Hill Drug company, Eufaula; paid in capital, $7,200. with authority to engage in drug business; Henley Moody Mercantile company, Russell vile, paid-in capital. $2,00O, with authority to engage in general mer- cantile business.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
LARGE CONGREGATION ENJOYS SERVICES AT. CHURCHES IN JASPER
Home of B. F. Charles De- stroyed by Fire Sunday
 Afternoon
JASPER BUREAU I THE AGE-HERALD ! Jasper, Ala, April 2

Despite the cold weather Easter Sunday was observed at all the churches with large congregations in attendance and special musical pro- grams were given. The rendition of the Easter cantata by the choir di- rected by MT. Allsopp was given at the Methodist church Sunday eve ming. The Jewish congregation held passover services at Temple Emanuel Sunday morning and Sunday after noon, with Sgman Shapiro officiat- ing. The new pews will be built this week and dedication services will be held some time in May
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
BRANDON AWAITS. FORMAL NOTICE 0F. DEATH IF S0L0N
At Least Four Candidates AL ready in Field to Fill Un-
 expired Term
STATE CAPITAL BUREAU |,
 -HE AGE-HERAIn Mnnf~oruery Ala Anrfl 2 |

Governor Brandon will not call an election in the Second congressional district for the filling of the vacancy caused by the death of Congressman John R. Tyson until official notice of the vacancy Is received from the doorkeeper of the Rouse and until those interested indicate how much time will be needed in the campaign.
 Governor Brandon informed callers Monday afternoon that he had not given any consideration to the cleo tion and would not at this time. He proposes to set the special election far enough in advance for the nomi- nation of democratic candidate, as the election of the nominee in the special election will be a formality. ly during the day. he being J. Lister Hill of Montgomery, for several years president of the city board of education. Other persons who have indicated that they will enter the rae are Ray Rushton of Montgom- Friends of l.. H. Brassell of Mont pomery also indicated that his can Gldacy is a certainty.
 Gen R. F. Ligion of Montgomery, clerk of the court, notified his friends during the day that he would not become candidate. He was urged by several prominent persons ill the district to enter the race, but in a letter to a Montgomery news paper stated that he had not given any consideration to the proposal and would not permit his name to be entered.
 Before the special election is called Governor Brandon probably will con- suit with Senator K. E. Evans, chair man of the state democratic execu- tive committed. and obtain informa tion IS to when the democrats desire to hold their primary. The state democratic executive committee will be called into special session for the fixing of date for the primary and the establishment of qualificat tions for candidates
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
FOREST PRODUCTS RATE

Under an agreement between the petitioner and shippers, the public service commission today postponed until date yet to be named the petition of the Southern railway for authority to establish rate of Sh cents per hundred pounds on forest products shipped from stations be- tween Opelika and Selma, not includ- ing Opeiika, Selma. Montgomery and Mobile.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
ERWIN ON TRIAL

Tryman Erwin of Maxwellborn, who has been held in the county jail since December under a charge of killing Leaford P Downey in the formers store at that place. went on trial in the circuit court Monday afternoon. Mrs. Rosa Downey, widow of the slain man, was the first wit ness for the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
EASTER oBsERvANCEs

Easter cards and flowers flooded the Jasper post office Saturday and Sunday. Mrs Mamie F. Coleman. postmaster, said that Easter was observed with enthusia sm and that matters in the post office became ex- tremely congested. It will be hard to say how many cards there were handled and every year the conges ton becomes worse and verse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
MERCHANTS MEET. AT TUSCALOOSA TO. HEAR NEW OFFER.
Judge N.B. Foster, New Mem- Der Court of Appeals Off
 To Capital
TUSCALOOSA BUREAU |
 THE AGE-HERALD ! Tuscaloosa. Ala. Anril 2

The Tuscaloosa merchants bureau will meet tomorrow night at the Chamber of Commerce auditorium. Although not given out, 1t was learned that Q proposition would be presented to the bureau that will prove a saving to the merchants and be one of the most important mat ters since 1t was organized. Trade days here and the list of bureau members to go Gorgas at a get-to- gether luncheon will be arranged. These ws.h matters of less impor- tance will be discussed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
ACCIDENTALLY SHOT

of Blountsville, died here late Sun day night as the result of being shot, near Albertville, several days ago. It is said he had gone to Marshall county to visit an uncle without knowing the latter had moved. Fred Wilson, who lived in the house, be- came frightened when Greer knocked and fired at him through the door with 6 shotgun, Greer being wound- ed in the leg.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
COURT IN SESSION

The April session of the county court convened at the court house Monday morning. On account of not having sufficiently recovered from recent operation Judge G. r. Butler. regular judge, was unable to hold court. Lum Duke, ex-circuit judge, was appointed as special judge and he presided at the Mondays session Thirty cases were disposed of; Is were continued.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
BLOW FATAL TO YOUTH

Ed Rogers, lsyear-old son of s. J. Rogers, of near 0neonta, died hero Monday morning as the result, offi- cers said, of blow on the head he received in q fight near his home Saturday night. The father said the boy called on a young lady and on his way home was attacked by rival. young man living in the com munity. While they were engaged In a struggle, MT. Rogers said. brother of the rival stepped Up and hit young Rogers over the head with a heavy stick, crushing his skull.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
DEFECTIYE MIRE sERI0IIs

There was no April fooling about the activity qf the local fire depart ment over the week end. Among minor fires were several damaged roofs, but the blaze which gave the department the most trouble occurred at. the home of Cora Clayton. Pine street. It started from defective wiring, it was said. The Albany ana Decatur department both were called to the scene. and only quick work prevented the blaze spreading to a large area
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
T. q. O. F. CELEBRATION

Odd Fellows of the Gadsden dis trict will celebrate the one hundred and fourth anniversary of the order here April 26, plans having been made for an elaborate ceremony at the Gadsden theatre High officials of the grand lodge and the order or Rebekah Will be among the speak CTS. The celebration will open at 10:3o o'clock in the morning and will conclude late at night with a cere- monial staged by the Pilgrim Knights of Oriental Splendor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
JUDGE FOSTER QUALITIES

Judge Henry Bacon Foster of Tus- caloosa today qualified as a member of the court of appeals of Alabama succeeding Judge Henry P. Merritt of Tuskegee, who died last week.
 Immediately after Judge Foster had received his commission, Gov ernor Brandon issued a commiss to Fleetwood Rice of Tuscaloosa as judge of the Sixth Judicial circuit, vacated by Judge Foster when he was elevated to the appellate court.
 Judge Rice left at once for Choc taw county where he will hold term of the Choctaw court. He was designated as special judge by John c. Anderson. chief justice of the su- preme court. The appointment of Judge Rice caused no surprise, as Governor Brandon indicated that he would be named when Judge Foster was appointed. Judge Rice was the choice of members of the bar of Tuscaloosa county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
GENERAL, STEINER SPEAKS

Gen. R. E. Steiner formerly at the head of the Alabama national guard was the chief speaker at an Ameri- can Legion rally at the legion club house here Monday night. Scores of ex-service men who are not mem bers. of the post and women's auxil- iary were guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
auINN TO CONFER

l. T. quinn, state commlssloner or conservation, left today for Mobile, where he will hold conference with those interested in the protection of oyster bottoms in the channel soon to be dredged by the federal govern ment. Commissioner Quinn will hold a conference with Major Earl North, government engineer, and others. Under the plans the dredging of the channel will cause the destruction of some of the states best oyster beds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
UTILITIES SALE. UP
Union Springs Will Vote On Power
 PrOpOSitiOn

UNION SPRINGS. Ala, April D. Special Leased Wire )-An election will be held Tuesday to decide the proposed sale of the city's electric equipment to the Alabama company The question of retaining the present municipal owned steam system or voting to adopt the modern water generated electric light and power will be settled by the citizens of Union Springs at this election.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
NEW UTILITIES ISSUE

T. J. Jackson, president of the Mo- bile Electric company, today appealed to the public service commission for permission to dispose of per cent first mortgage bonds to the amount of $1,500, the bonds to be issued under a deed of trust executed In 1906 The commission requested further information and will render a decision when it Is submitted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
JUDGE RAINEY IMPROVING

s. P. Rainey, judge of probate. who was recently injured by a fall from spirited young horse, has recuper- ated sufficiently to visit his daughter, Mrs. Jack Hobbie, at Montgomery. Judge Rainey. A jury was consd- cred very serious at the timo and his recovery has been remarkable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
BIG TAX RECEIPTS

City Street Tax Collector George W. Tolleson during the first three months of 1923 has collected more than s3,500 in the city treasury for sanitary tax alone.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03

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.
 SulFerro-Sol is most highly rec commended as tonic.
 Liberal bottle $1.25, at all drug
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03

Dr. W. D. Partlow, superintendent of the Bryce hospital. and Dr. Sid- ney Leath, members of the Tusca- loosa County Medical association, will attend the meeting of the state medical society at Mobile this month. Other physicians from here will probably also attend, but the two so far are the only ones who have made the announcement of going.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
SUICIDES IN WELL
Woman At Florence Becomes Des-
 pendent

FLORENCE, Ala. April 2.-Mrs. Dave May. who lives near Clover dale in this county committed suicide at an early hour this morn ing by jumping into well. accord ing to a report by the county coro- ner. She was dead when her body was taken from the we'll shortly after she jumped in.
 According to members of her family she had been breeding over family troubles for some time and this is thought to have been the reason for her act.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
VETERAN NEEDS

state pension Monday morning, John B. Alverson, 79-year-old veteran, asked Judge H. Ross Gilliland to unite him in marriage to MiAs Pollie Sanders, 55. The ceremony was per formed with number of Confederate VeteranS as witnesses
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
MRS. RENNETr IMPRovEs

Mrs. James Bennett, who under went an operation at an Anniston hospital several days ago, has so far recovered as to be able to return to her home near town.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
SENATOR WILLIAMS ILL
Meridian EIks Will Not Hear His Ad-
 dress

MERIDIAN, Miss. April 2.-For- mer United States Senator John Sharp Williams, who was to have made the principal address at the annual Elk's celebration here tonight. was un able to appear on account of illness 1t was announced today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
TEACHERS, EXAMINATIONS

Notice has been given that a state teachers examination will be held at the Etowah county high school at Attalla April 16. 1T and IS. It will be conducted by County Superinten- dent F. l., MurphY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
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EASTER SERVICES HELD

Special Easter services were held Sunday at the Methodist Episcopal church, south. by the pastor, Rev. Joseph Parkin. A large and appre- ciative audience greeted the pastor at both services, morning and eve- ming.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
FANS TO SEE GAME

A large delegation of local baseball fans will journey to Sheffield on April II to witness the exhibition game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Tigers to be played ir-the Sheffield baseball park.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
FARM BUREAU TALKS
Well Attended Meeting Held At
 Leighton

LEIGHTON, Ala, April 2.-(Spe- cial-J. r. Yarbrough. demonstra- ton agent of Colbert county; Enlist ment Officer Baker of the Farm Bu- reau Cotton association, Auburn, and w. C. Mitchell and c. A. Womble of Spring Valley, addressed the Bethel community, near here, on the objects of a farm bureau. Quite an interest ing meeting was held in the Bethel school house. This was the first meeting of the farm bureau members in the Bethel vicinity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-03
PHYSICIANS MEET

Doctors from all parts of north Ala bama were here Monday to at tend the roundup meeting of Ten nessee valley members of the profess sion. Many wellknown physicians delivered addresses.