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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
THE RUHR SITUATION

There seems to be rift in the clouds over the Ruhr, whether the German resistance is breaking down precipitately or whether the signs mean g slow process of the inevitable giving way before the might and right of France. In any event, there is greater hope of settlement and of peace instead of storm and chaos. On the face of the situa- tion this would not seem to be true. There are renewed reports of disorder, the shoot ing of French soldiers and the arrest of German citizens. There are fresh bursts of German propaganda, citing in heated ian- guage the alleged wrongs of France, liken- ing its acts even to those of Germany in 1914.
 One phase of this press work of German bias is to make 1t appear that France has deliberately used the money she borrowed from us to further her militaristic aims, fol- lowed by the suggestion that we demand now that France pay up. Also the French news papers and the government are sending out their side of the present posture of affairs, characterizing the wave of sabotage and assassination as the real definition of Ger man passive resistance. But 1t appears that all this means that the force of the resist ance has been spent, that the futility of it is admitted by it's feebleness and that France is so certain of her mastery that she is pre- senting terms of settlement to which Ger many, if she intends to pay her reparation debt at all, can readily accede. These terms are, in fact, no more severe than were
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Poor Boys Who
 Became Famous Rx ERElERIcK HOIIK LAW
Peter Cooper

Cooper Union is one of the land marks of New York City. It stands at the head of the Bowery, looks down that busy street, and invites young men of every race and type to enter it's doors, to study, and to become useful citizens. That insti- tuition was established by Peter Cooper, a wealthy and gooc man, who in his boyhood had no op. portunities to go to school. From his earliest days he had had to work hard at all kinds of tasks. Because he was industrious, honest and en terprising, he made himself one of the richest men in New York. Be cause he remembered his own hard life he wished to make the lives of others easier.
 Peter Cooper's father made hats in the days when hats were not made by machinery. The boy was placed at 8 Dencn Tn the hat bust ness Just as soon as he was able to do the work. At another time he had job in brewery. On various occasions he did other work of the type called common labor. He helped to make bricks; he worked in the making of wagons; he made machinery; he kept grocery store and he set up as a furniture maker Now furniture maker uses fllucn glue, and he wishes good glue, tns Kind that will SUCK forever. Pete, Cooper naturally became interested in glue, inquired into the matter and then became a manufacturer ot glue.
 When he was thirty-seven he went into the iron business, and in that he made fortune. In various places in various states he set ur mills, and did much to develop the making of iron. He had the honol of making the first steam railroad engine ever constructed in the United States. He was also one o1 the most enthusiastic leaders in lay. ing the, first cable across the ocean for he was man who had botf convictions and courage. Among his other convictions was one that was not popular at his time, namely that the negroes had right to be free.
 Everyone knew Peter Cooper. honesty, and so it was quite in the course of things that people shouiG nominate him for the presidency He was not elected, but he was g worthy candidate. Peculiar in per. sonal appearance, he was laughed at but he was also loved. He died al ninety-two, leaving behind him the means for continuing the good work he had begun.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
REPUBLICAN DISUNITY

Definite announcement that President Harding will again seek the nomination in 1924 is not unexpected, but the effect is looked for with interest. It is very likely that the disunity of the party as shown by the recent congressional experience will be- come more pronounced during the campaign. It is evident that there is no harmony of sen- timent or purpose between those of the ex- trcme LaFollette group and the presidents group. It is probable that Mr. Harding can be renomnated in the convention, but 1t is not so certain that the radicals in the party will support him in the campaign for cleo tion, It appears that the party is ripe for a split if leader can be found. Whether any such leader will develop following large enough to encourage a split is yet to be learned.
 Meanwhie the situation presents fine opportunity to united Democracy. With the Republicans divided into factions strong Democratic candidate would be almost cer- tain to win. There are, of course, rocks upon which the Democrats might split, but they are easily avoided if the course fol- lowed is the one having in view the party's success. The Republicans have no record to which they may point with pride, and with solidarity gone they have voluntarily deliv- cred themselves to defeat. It Is certain that they cannot alter their record, and it looks as if they would be unable to regain even the outward appearance of solidarity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
THE COLD SNAP

As often happens when the early winter !. mild. there is a late cold snap that comes rushing down upon the land like the crack of whip. The great trouble is that, while the people expect and can prepare for such late freezes, the trees have not learned such wisdom through all their seasons. Perhaps one should not include all trees in this cat egory, however, for some trees have not yielded to the false blandshments of spu- rious spring, but have steadfastly refused to open their buds to it's influence. The pears, the plums, the peaches, the naples, the sweet gums and the willows have not been capable of the stern resistance their safety has de- manded, and now the tickle balminess has departed from the air and the icy breath of old winter blackens the tender shoots and sends the hopes of fruit crop glimmering. Of course, it is expected that the peach crop in Georgia would be ruined. It always IS. One shudders to think how the land could stand the weight of a Georgia peach crop that has not been blasted by late frost. Even with ruined crop, Georgia manages to keep the markets of the nation pretty well supplied during the summer.
 There has been real loss, however, among the strawberry growers, and there is anxiety lest the satsumas of the Gulf coast, Ala bamas newest crop, be injured by the cold. Sometimes first reports exaggerate the dam- age. because the trees always present wilted and forlorn spectacle in the warm aunshine following a late freeze. Some times, also, the south wind is aroused to protest the invasion of his domain and sets
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
THE FLAPPERS' REFORM

To those who are concerned about the doings of the sef-confessed flapper there comes from Chicago heartening report, as heartening as any other, no doubt, that might come from this so very serious source. About three hundred of these gauzy-wingeo moths, whose gauzy wings are said to be unsingeable, however much they flap round the ever-burning candle, have inaugurated move" just like any other body of people having in mind some august purpose.
 The move is labeled large. Whether on flaming banners the slogan will be borne aloft, is not stated. Perhaps merely being printed once in the papers is sufficient earnest of the sincerity of the move. The slogan reads: "Back to the kitchen" However, it is not to be understood that this organization of Chicagos flapperdom means literally to engage in kitchen work Not that at all, nothing of the vulgar sort. It means merely a mental excursion back to the kitchen, kitchen being saucy synonym for home. One of the prettiest members of the organization in confidence explained 1t thus: "It really means back-to-the- home movement" Another explanation was: "lt means we are going to get right with the family" And still another: We want to seem right in our little brothers eyes,"
 A rather sad admission that, from the older sister to the little brother. It may be a rood sign. It may meah that there will be a serious effort for re-establishment in the little brothers eyes. But who can tell-who knows the psychology of the professional flapper? We all know that there was a time--and we know that the phrase, there was a time," alone has fatal effect upon that psychology-when older sis9fs were guides and shining lights of rightness to little brothers. Yes, there really was such | time. Maybe it will come again.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
HENRY PAGE BURRUS

High-minded, honest and courageous in expression of his convictions, Henry Page Rurrus was a useful citizen. He served the schools and the city officially and he could be counted on whenever a community need existed for conscientious effort. He did not trim sails to win passing approval. He was a courteous gentleman of the old school but modern and progrsssiv, :n thought an out ok on life. His influence in the community was healthful an the pect of the commit n;tv attends him in the nour of his death.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

the terms in the beginning. In substance, they mean that Germany must renounce Ruhr resistance, that when this is done the settlement of Germany's debt, as approved by the treaty of Versailles, can be agreed upon peaceably. France furthermore gives as surances that her troops will be withdrawn the minute Germany begins paying what she owes and what she can pay.
 That France intends to make collection is foregone conclusion, but it is clear that her experience in the occupation of the Ruhr has not aroused spirit of revengeful retal- iation. Feeling assured of the success of her debt-collecting enterprise, which to many ob- servers at first seemed so fraught with grave and hazardous uncertainty, she is still willing to rest upon the original terms. It is the French announcement to this effect that seems to augur the breaking up of the clouds which have, for more than two months, been hanging so darkly over the oc- cupied region and over much of Europe.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
A Timely Editorial
The American Spirit
(Memphis Commercial AppeaD

AS far removed as the poles and yet intimately connected by the same underlying spirit are two in- cidents in the days budget of news. From London the story comes of an epoch-making and historic luncheon rendered by Lady Astor and her yiscount husband at which the king and queen of England, for the first time in the history of the British empire, broke bread with represen- tatives of the working class. Lady Astor, as all know, is none other than the former Miss Nancy Lang horne, belle of old Virginia. The other incident is the speech made by the French maitre d'hote1 Of a New York hostelry, in which he de- clared that American boys can never make good walters for the reason that no matter how wealthy the diners might be or how much they might be spending, the American waiter still feels he is just as good as any and all of the guests.
 The historic luncheon rendered by Lady Astor is but another proof of the fact that regardless of social and political position, old Virginia democracy underlies the breeding and culture of Nancy Langhorne. She has shown her democratic spirit along with her wit in her election campaigns, as in her parliamentary activities. And these qualities, to- together with her native tact, were responsible for the great success of the epochal and historic social function of which she was hostess. The labor members of parliament, as is customary on presentation to the king and queen, wore knee length trousers, and Lady Astor was happy in commenting on the concession they made to aristocratic sentiment. In a very pleasant and graceful manner she made the la- borites feel at home by tactful but humorous remarks about their cos tunes. There is hardly doubt that few if any persons save those who are reared in a democratic at mosphere could have succeeded in blending so successfully such hith- erto incongruous clements.
 And as for the intended reflec- tion upon the ability of Americans as waters, the majority 0pinion o1 Americans will be that this is more | of a compliment than anything else, We believe in thls country that honest employment requires disci- pline, courtesy and respect for au- thority, but it does not and never will demand servility. No honest toll ever disgraced any American. He can engage in it efficiently and still feel that he is the equal of any other man. And if the position of waiter demands sycopnancy and ob- sequiousness, then indeed is it no job for a health, upstandins American. The underlying connection be- tween the American boy who re- fuses to be servile in front of wealth and the American girl who can in- troduce workingmen to a king and queen on terms of social equality ought to be obvious. Both are in spired by that American spirit that refuses to prostrate itself before royalty or that will permit any genufiection to itself.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
The Best
By REV. H. C. oFFERMAN

If it isn't the best, it won't last.
 To make them laugh, when they don't want to laugh-to make them cry, when they don't want to cry; that is the great result of offering them the best.
 After all, it's all up to us.
 All of us can give the best-so far as it is in us; and that is usu- ally more than we thought our selves capable of giving.
 The man who gives less than he can give is lost and the fault is his own.
 Are you always true to your best instincts, to your best intentions, to your best abilities?
 Be sure and always live your best and you will sleep well.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
THE occUPATIONAL TAX

South Carolina's "occupational tax" will hit every man, woman or child who makes $500 a year or more, as we'll as the corporations. It is an interesting experiment, a hybrid, half income tax and half poll tax. Other states will study It's op- eration with interest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

inland, steadily melting down the iciness of the late-season mortimer. If the present cold is turned back upon itself before it reaches the Gulf, the people of north and mid Alabama will reap the result in fruit next summer and fall. A cold snap is never as bad as it is painted, and perhaps this present one will refrain from putting the rule to a real test.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Indiana mummy discovered in the Ozark mountains is said to have belonged to a prehistoric tribe of Bluff Dwellers. From an ethnological standpoint, the discovery is of vast import. It shows that the Bluff Dwell CTS have not olways been confined to Man. hattan Island.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Rspid TransIt

 Come, all ye gang, from near and far and hear my tale of woe About the pest of all the pests who runs the street car-slow. As return at break of dawn from visiting my sweet The doggone wagon barely crawls-it stag gers down the street. My sleep is lost-woe unto me! fear that shall croak. So please rush out the Pest House squad and gather in this bloke.
 COUNT DE COGNAC. My barber is an awful; pest; He deals in hairy pestilage- He also tries his very best To sting me with face massage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Spring Cleaning Starts
(sylacauga News)

(Sylacauga News)
 The SyiacaugaC Civic league ladies are going out for general clean up and beautifying of the city. They are holding weekly meetings and will keep pushing the work until something definite is accomplished. With the Exchange club and the city administration cooperating in the movement things will begin to look different hereabouts pretty soon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

It is said that England is about to change that portion of her law which excuses a woman for a crime committed in the pres ence of her husband on the theory that she was acting "under coercion" from him. It appears that times have changed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
OTHERS HAVE HANDS

(The Cincinnati Enquirer)
 The German folK who invented the mailed fist' stuff now are getting first-hand experience of the feel of the thing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

It is said that flappers of Chicago have started "back to the kitchen" movement, just to "show'' the reformers. All of which raises the suspicion that they are. not gen. uine flappers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

The Germans are ignoring the French dec- laration that the withdrawal of troops will begin as soon as the payment of reparations begins. The Germans are afraid the French mean it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
WEEvIL NOT DISCOURAGED

Reports come from Washington encourag- ing the cotton farmer to believe that the recent cold snap has resulted in the death of many weevils. No farmer should be too much encouraged by this sort of talk, nor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Now it is reported that the Ford com pany has bought line of lake steamers. Next will come the account of how he has raised wages and increased his net profit on oneration,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Alabama Press
Huntsville's Suburban Growth
Huntsville Times)

West Huntsville is livening up considerably. Many substantial improvements are noted out there in the business world, the same being true at Lowe Mill village and Merri- mack. The same can be said as to Dallas and throughout the mill vil- lages of the city, a very important part of Huntsville, growth is evident on every hand.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
March 

Among the pests that roam about and wear the spirit down, the Month of March without a doubt deserves the royal crown. Fair Spring comes tripping down the way and breathes upon the hihs and makes the fields and meadows gay and drives away our chills. She wakes the lilac and the larch and smiles on sylvan scenes, and then the pestful Month of March proceeds to spill the beans. So throw the pest house portals wide and shove the Month of March in- side.-Jason.
 We'll, we note that the commission has some plans for the viaducts anyhow. How ever, as the auditorium has taught us, plans are not always progress.
 The jitneys have raised their fares.
 Now it's the street railways ante.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
MIGHT HAVE BEEN HEREIN

(From the Kansas Cfty StafJ
 Senator Borah says hes will visit Russia in the spring as the guest of a member of the soviet government whose name he has forgotten. Is he sure it is Russia?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Superintendent of Printing

If the Alabama legislature. does not establish state printing plant, certainly they should create the of- flee of master printer or superinten- dent of state printing. The state pays for an immense amount of printing, and, judging from the prcies paid, there are no experts on the inside, but great number on the outside. A superintendent of print ing and publications would save his salary hundredfold.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
They Pay Their Way
(Dothan Eagle)

NDotnan Eagle)
 II there was ever a question as to whether the various home demon- stration agents are good investments for the county, then that question should be for all time settled. From Madison county comes this story: During the last few weeks the women and girls in four communi- ties in Madison county made at home 226 hats at cost of $295.50, the estimated value of them being $l,257. Well, if that saving is ef- fected in the mere matter of hats, what might the saving be in other lines? Yes, the home demonstra- ton ladies are paying their way, ii they can teach the women and girls how to make those hats and then to wear them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Stay in Dale

Ozark Southern Star)
 The Florida fever seems to have struck some of our people, as they are going down every week pros pecting. The editor of the Star is well pleased with Ozark and Dale county, and expects to live and die here. We have the best people on earth and we have never heard of anyone going away from Dale that was not sorry of 1t. and some of them would return if they could scrape up the necessary funds to get back. Better, make up your mind to stay in old Dale.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Inspired by "Wisenheim"

The female of the species-what pest, 'Tis she who thinks that she knows best. She tells me when to buy hat, How much to pay, and more like that. She many times bemoans the fate That has bcfallen my poor mate. She says he's spoiled, and oh, my dear, The children, too, 'tis very clear. often wish she'd take trip, mean long one, on ship, And then when giving her advice To the poor captain, oh, how nice! If on a night when others sleep He'd drop her in the briny deep!
 -"Sin ton nj son."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
First Year of Cotton Posl

tSelma Times s-Journal)
 The Alabama cotton pool of the Federal Farm bureau reports having sold about 35,000 baIes with stock yet on hand of about 25,000 bales. The bureau management claims that this cotton was marketed at prices that uniformly ruled higher than current prices and that the members of the pool have enjoyed unmistakable advantages in the sell ing of their cotton which non-mem- bers have not had. By selling In an orderly manner they claim that they have contributed to the stabilization of prices, and have improved the market for all pro- ducers of the staple. The conten- tion is made that by such a policy only may prices be maintained at profitable figures. This is the first year of the operation of the pool, and those who have been identified with the work are proud of their achievements. With the large ac-< cession of new members which the bureau is planning to acquire this spring, the growth of the pool and it's consequent improved services to the farmers promise to be notable and of far-reaching benefit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
Jls1oReEBEARER
So this is spring!

Spring, like many other lady, is slow about keeping. her appointment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
As you werel.

The ant campaign is underway
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Mexican prophet informs us that the world will come to an end on December 12, 1854. Moral-Do your Christmas shopping early in 1854.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20
There l. Hope

There Is Hope used to think that I would be A poet of the first degree. But since you never print my verse think I'll keep on driving hearse.
 PENROSE.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Ants attention !
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Now it's the street railways ante.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Even though one deplores the rising tide of lawlessness, one finds it hard to condemn the Oklahoma lady who drew her trus,y six-gun and plugged the neighbor who 'lis- tened in on a party line.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

The jitneys have raised their fares
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

Chicago Prepared for Air Attack" Mean ing an assault by enemy airplanes. It has no reference to the mayoralty campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-03-20

The problem of motive power will be solved when some genius discovers a way to utilize the energy wasted by drummer in jazz band.
SveÌŒt = World. [volume] (Cleveland, Ohio) 1911-1939, 1923-09-26

Jinak ale ma "Star'" podle
vseho cipernou redakci. Bylo
to yrozhodn6 trefne .eGeno,
kdyz napsala onehdy Clanku
o nedavne stavce tyrdouhel-
ne panvi: "Tezafi We skutecno-
sti nikdy neprohlali stavku, a.
nj kdyz haviri vyhrali a. stava
Sc to zjevnym, ze nemaji nej-
mensiho umyslu dovoliti, ably
posledni nedorozumeni stale
je,. .jediny desak."
Svata pravda a poznamka
"Star" mohla by Sc jeste roZ-
siriti - Ze We skutecnosti ka-
pital nikdy neprohral stavku.
Vzdy mel ma koml Sc hojiti.