The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-01
lU. 5. AND MEXICO
 RESUME ALLPEACE
 TIME RELATIONS
(ContInued from Pafe one)

the municipal fire house burst into steady 15-minute roar. while au- tomobile horns, factory whistles and every kind of noise making instru- ment told the cheering crowds that Washington had reached a favorable decision.
 President Obregon. in an interview with foreign Correspondents, charac- terized the recognition as "a great step"
 T would like the American people to knew that my wishes are that this mark the last difficulty in es- tablishing a basis of mutual respect between the two countries" he de- clared.
 "Of course I am happy" declared Fernandez Roa, one of the Mexican negotiators in the conference that led to recognition.
 Mexico Is pleased" was the com ment of Alberto Pani, high official wEo may be named as ambassador to Washington.
 Universal Relief.
 As afternoon newspapers rushed extras onto the streets, foreign dip- lomats were making hurried visits Of reorganization to the Mexican for eign office. The announcement has caused universal relief, and diplo- matic, business and industrial circles pl edict a new era of great prosperity here.
 Much American capital will be in- vested in Mexico. it is believed, as many big deals have long been wait ing recognition. While this view point is held by the great majority, there are some who are still pessi- mistic, saying that some laws must still be changed if conservative cap ltal is to be attracted.
 Recognition has been great per- sonal triumph for President .Obregon. He goes before Congress at 6 D. m. Saturday in a new and strong po- sition.
 In his presidential message he will tell of the successful negotiations with the United States. and will also powers. The message also will deal with the new central bank and the presidential elections.
 The predicted statement of the presidential election is the point awaited with greatest interest. Ob- regon has been expected to declare that he would maintain complete neutrality in the campaign. Whether recognition will alter this is not yet known.
 Joy Sweeps Mexico.
 NnlIe MeXlCO CltS" tion is not held until next July, the campaign already is under way. Ten months of campaigning by various parties and individuals probably will bring about considerable turmoil in in the affairs of the nation, but Pres ident Obregon is determined that the election will be conducted in an or derly manner if possible.
 Ballots, not bullets" will elect the next President, Obregon said at 8 re- cent meeting with prominent citi- zens.
 Several political parties will hold conventions during the month of September, and on October 10 the CO operatista party, which is considered the leading party, will hold its con- vention.
 While the fasclsts are expected to place a candidate in the field, it is not believed they will be able to gather sufficient strength to elect, unless they merge with other parties.
 What Stopped Her.
 The old Scottish butcher notice that one of his customers had not been visiting his shop lately and he made up his mind to ask her the reason for her falling off when he next saw her.
 "Why do ye no buy your meat off me noo?" he asked when he met her few days later.
 "Weel," replied the old woman, "the last Igot frae ye l could hae soled my butts wi it."
 An why did ye no, them" asked the other sarcastically,
 50 l wid if could hae got the tacks to go through itH was the sharp reply.-AnsWer London.
 
 The Difficulty.
 Jack-Did you have much trouble learning to sing
 Kityy-Yes, especially with the neighbor.-Answer London.