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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
POOR BOYS WHO
 BECAME FAMOUS p.. Er~d.rtrL Ho,,L nw
John Covode

Abraham Lincoln was attacked by ridicule and satire to degree almost unparalleled. Ridicule was thown upon his peculiaritles or face and figure, and upon his lack of conventional education, ana upon the political beliefs that he supported. No other president of the United States was ever more savagely attacked. There Were, however, a body of staunch ad- mirers of Abraham Lincoln who upheld him in the face of ridicule, and brought his cause to triumph. Among these sturdy men was John Covode of Pennsylvania, man who had been a blacksmith, but who had risen to social and politi- cal power. John Covode struck out for Abraham Lincoln as le had struck at the iron on his an vii. He made the sparks fly, and he delivered hammer blows that welded peoples thoughts.
 In 1880 John Covode was fifty two years of age, and he was strong, stalwart, fearless man, a good speaker. man of convinc- ing logic, and a leader with the strength that we call personality. Ills rise in life had been typically American. Like Abraham Lincoln John Covode was a man of the common people.
 In his childhood he had worked on the Pennsylvania farm where he had been born. He went to school very little, and the school that he did go to was only a poor country school. Nevertheless, ne . gained hard common sense from contact with the farmers and the right minded men and women of the country districts It is al- ways true that a mans associates play large part in giving him character. After a time the youth took up work in blacksmith shop and became quick and skill full In shaping iron and in shoe ing horses. In the shop he came in contact with men of affairs and gained from them a stimulus to rise in life. If others could be- come prosperous, why could not he? He was by nature thrifty and capable. He looked about him for
 
 was familiar with sheep and with wool, and interested in the prices for both. With others he engaged In manufacturing wooden goods. at first on small scale, and then. as his sagacity and honesty devel- oped his business. on much larger scale. Ultimately he became very rich man. He continued to be conscientious and out spoken as he had always been, and so at forty-seven his people of his dis trict sent him to congress. There from 1855 to 1863, he upheld good causes and found the opportunity to stand out as a strong sup porter of Abraham Lincoln.
 In 1867 he was again sent to congress. and there, as before. he upheld and attacked like the man or iron that he was. Such men are the real makers of a nation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Since his liberation he has been going about preaching stuff that tends to
 undermine sane thought. His speeches have tendency to stir up lawlessness and anarchy. His abnormal trend of thought is made more dangerous be- cause of his show of courage and pre- tentions of sincerity. Many unthink- ing people are misled into accepting
 fanaticism for earnestness of purpose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
The Creek Rnntt.u

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 For several days we have been in the Greek world. I have had my first personal touch with the Greek or Orthodox Catcholic church. I had read much about the doctrines and practices of this church, but somehow l never could see much difference between this and the Roman church, and won dered why the two could not unite. I understand the reason now. My first contact was with a very cul- tured and cordial gentleman, a native of Greece, holding official position in India. This man and his wife were on their way home and sat at our table I soon dis covered that he was a Greek Catholic; together we discussed the differences and resemblances between the churches. I believe he Is sincere Christian. He told me many interesting things. He explained to me that his church followed the original method of baptising. that Is, they immerse, and said he, The Roman church changed this method and nearly all the rest of the Christian world has followed Rome's example"
 l was going from Piraeus to Athens with guide who seem@d highly intelligent and spoke beau tiful English. This guide said his church, the Greek. baptised by immersion because that was the meaning of the Greek words. He said the word meant that a per son or thing must be both put un- der and taken out before 1t could be said to be baptised. I asked him why not sprinkle or put a little water on the head; he an- swered that we could but that would be rantize, not baptize.
 In Rome we went to an old baptistry said to have been built by Constantine. Hhe pool is prob ably twenty feet in diameter. Il asked the guide, who is a graduate of the University of Rome and an author of ability, how long this Roman baptistry was used. He said they immersed in this bao- tistry' up to the middle of the thirteenth century and occasion ally afterwards. He said the
  it was not suited to the northern countries. He showed us a piece of marble said to date back to the third century which pictured the life of Christ, and one of the scenes represented his immersion in Jordan. We saw other old bap- tistires showing the same. Bu., l started to tell about some of the pecullarities of these Greek Catho- lies, noticed especially tho priests with their long robes, black caps and boards. The beard seems to be the most important part of their paraphernalia. Il never saw such displays D: whis- kers; it looked as though they were advertising some favorite hair grower.
 But to important details: The Greek church separated from Rome in S5S. They accept the Nicene and Athanasian crseds and the doctrines of the first seven general councils. They have no images in their churches, though they have pictures; they do not believe in pun gatory or infallibil- ity or works of superei ogatior. They do invoke saints, acknowl- edge the seven sacramentg and believe in ranssubstaatiation as do the Romans But they do not forbid marriage among the priests if contracted before they are .r- cained They have raais and dig niiaries among the clergy similar t1 tine Roman church; they have many monasteries and schools.
 , F. DILLARD.
 Candid, Crete, Aug. A, 1929,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
STATES RUNNING AMUCK

They are having a great time in Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma finding themselves. Clashes Tn authority are frequent and the un- fortunate people do not seem to know which way to turn for re- lief. Most of the ruction. as we understand it, grows out of politi- cal antagonisms, the growing pains" of political ambitions and the entrance of leaders of the 'in- visible empire" so-called, into the field of government.
 In Alabama-the latest of our neighbors to show distress-there is conflict between the governor and the machinery of the law made and provided for the govern ment of the counties of the state. Birmingham in Jefferson county among them. The governor has told the attorney general of Jef- ferson county that he shall not have a grand jury inQuisition" of the institutional floggings of prisoners practiced and maintained in the convict camps. penitentia- ries and jails. The attorney gen- eral replies that the governors in reference Is bunk, meaning by that, 1t is supposed that the gov ernor is posing, that the investiga- tions will go on and the governor shall not interfere. There we are for peace, harmony and tranquil lityI
 In Oklahoma the governor and h|a laer tel the air of the commonwealth is filled with the clamor, the denun- citations and the charges "of law business" each side is making against the other. Gov. Walton charges that the invisible em- pire" is seeking to supercede state authority and to take over the reins of government under its own laws and constitution in substi- tuition for the constitution and laws of the republic and of the state. It Is a frightful mess" to which our attention is being di- rected, and at this distance and in the ruck of elimination and re- elimination on both sides, it Is dis- ficult for the impartial citizen to form a just opinion of what 1t all means.
 In Georgia there appears to be in process of formation an or ganization of the best and most responsible citizens for saving the state from the agony of mob vio- fence from which it has been suf- fering and from the burdensome taxation which is keeping the De D. pie in nervous tension of unrest, lack of confidence In the state government and of almost hopeless despair. They chose the present governor with the expectation that he would do something for the relief of their distress, but he seems to nave been tied" as 1t were, by obligations that run athwart the earnest needs of the people and little. now, Is expected from hls administration. the state being al- ready about to enter on a heated campaign for his successor, al- though he has been in office only few months.
 There is hope, however, from these conditions. The people are sound in heart and mind and when they learn the truth, about which they are now confused, they are going to right things in the end. because they, in the final analy- sis, are most affected in their so- cial tranquility, in the enjoyment of their privileges and rights and in their "pocketbooks" by a fall ure of their state government to function according to the consti- tuition and laws set up for their guidance and control.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler re- ported on his return from Europe that he saw no signs of war. It's like blind men going to see the elephant. Each receives different impression.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
THE MACHINE" COMES BACK

Reports bearing on political condi- tions in Pennsylvania are not reassur- ing. It is stated that recent primaries in that state indicate that, after a year of some independence following the election of Governor Pinchot as tho
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

From California come reports of a political scandal. With it's climate, movie industry and exciting politics combined, California seems to keep ir the limelight most of the time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
THE ALABAMA PRESS
shouId Profit By Experience

VT dIVVIIIt TV5 U9SI
 Our farmers should profit by the experience of the past and not plant all cotton. Many farmers did not raise enough corn to feed their mules until Christmas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

It Is announced that England's poet laureate is going to spend a year in this country. He is respectfully re- quested not to judge America's poetic genius by the banana song.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
The Voters Learning
(Gadsden JorunaI)

The present legislature refuses to take any definite step toward abolishing the convict lease system. Continuation of the lease system not only means a profit to the state, but 1t Is of benefit to certain coal operators. ,Ex- perience Is dear school, but the voters gradually are learning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Would Prove Wholesome Hmntrrilln TinnnnN

A campaign of law enforcement directed against the vlolators of law should and would prove wholesome. The right kind of grand jury next month should, and no doubt, will find plenty to do.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
will Work Ont
(Centreville Press)

The farmer has been hit hard by the continued rains, boil weevil ana cotton worm, but thing could have been worse. There is something after all besides money, and we believe that things will work around all right. When the farmer fails to make a good crop, all other business suffers In pro- portion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
only Organization Needed (PickenS Countv Harala\

Oscar Underwood is recognized bv the whole country as the best and strongest man now in public life and the most fitted for tho standard bearer of the democratic party in the coming campaign. Papers from all the leading cities Of the United States indorse him. Business men and professional men everywhere indorse him on account of his firmness and onen position in public affairs. His 30 years of public life and careful study of American politics Ami- nently fit him for leadership, and there Is no man more able to lead the democratic party to victory than is Oscar Underwood. The only thing needed now is organization, and the campaign should start like a forest fire in Alabama and cover the United States in six months. Alabama can furnish the next president, but not without our support. Let's get busy and organize clubs in every beat in every county in the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
In Durance Vile

Dear Torch Bearer: Hearken to my tale of woe. I am a prisoner! Yea, shackled victim of society. I, who laughed long at chains and dungeons, whether of iron, stone or fancy, am now bonded serf. Woe was the mo- ment I yielded to the pleading of greed! More-more-and such a pit tance more-of money! Money! The dross I had so heartily mocked in the full glow of my freedom ...
 Perhaps year, and I shall be free again-free to roam as I wish-to kiss Sue and Ann and Jane again-if they remember-as if they will!
 What evil mine that I accepted the temptation, and became (Yea! Shame is mine) an office worker? How the mighty will tumble! Oh for the grip, the battered roadster and the gossip of the Pullman the road and away and, not at all least, the old liar bound swindle sheet Sin Nix.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Have Great Responsibility

Well, the way Is now clear for building the port at Mobile, ana here's hoping that the money will be wisely spent. Those put in charge of the enterprise have great responsibility, one that means much to the future of Ala bama.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Authorities of the Spanish govern ment are reported to have adopted the policy of acting in secret. They might get some helpful pointers by studying the present situation in Alabama.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
"From Noon Till Night, (Lawrence County Times)

Poor Bill Brandonl The same newspapers who helped him pile up one of the biggest majorities ever given a candidate for gover- nor now ride" him from morn till night. It takes a super-man to carry on" in the face of such conditions and to the Christian gentleman Brandon we offer our condolences
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Passing 'Em Along

License taxes. mortgage taxes and some other impositions fixed by the present legislature will very likely yield the estimated revenue claimed by their pro ponents, but the burden will ultimately fall upon the debtor class. The creditor has acquired the habit of passing these charges on to the other fellow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

The president of the Philippine sen- ate declares that he will reduce the governor-general to a figurehead, but there are no indications that General Woods zero hour has arrived.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Maybe government operation of the coal mines would so warm up the peo- pie over the deal handed them that they wouldn't need much fuel.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
THE CHILD'S GARDEN OF VERSES
 The Grateful Child.

THE CHILD'S GARDEN OF VERSES
 The Grateful Child. The convict lease so just and right l love with all my heart; It gives me cream most every night To eat with apple-tart.
 John Irons The city commission should know by this time that the way to collect that money from the county is to collect it.
 Only one more day of the legisla- ture! This state is fortunate in some ways, after all.
 What are these super-plays? Doubt less they are the ones in which the supers star.
 The vaudevillian days are here, The saddest of the year. Today-we shall see what we shall see. Today-We shall se what we shall see.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
The Mystery of the Missing Shirt

Dear Torch Bearer: If you have ever been completely mystified and exasperated by one or more of those just-at-the-wrong-time shortages in your laundry bundle on it's return trip, you may be as delighted as I am over the explanation thereof contained in this sign in laundry window:
 LEFTOVER LAUNDRY
 FOR SALE
 -Fyatt Lowell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

A crop-killing frost is reported from several parts of the country, and it will probably be used by some as an other argument for an extra session of congress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Thin-Skinned Legislators (Alexander Cjtv OutIooi,

Twice during the past week members of the Alabama senate took occasion to roast newspapers that had criticised the actions of that body. Neither side made any particular gain by their action, but people in public office must not get an idea into their heads that their actions are above criticism. They are creatures of the public and should not think Tor one minute that they are too good to be criticised If a person differs with them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Senator Capper says: "The longer the soil lasts the longer this nation will live" The dirt farmer will con- tinue to contribute to the countrys
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

An exchange says that the price of hides is too low; but it seems that nothing ever drops sufficiently for the consumer to escape ping skinned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

longevity through the victuals supply, if the professional politician will quit pestering him for his vote.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Magnus Johnson's present silence suggests that he fired most of his ammunition before he reached the bat tie line.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

There is nearly always a contest for the championship between the side steppers and the buck-passers in poI- tics.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Uninteresting Item

VhdIISdS CIty StUTJ
 A traveller who had stopped in Springfield, H., was being piloted along the route by a loquacious but somewhat tirespme cab driver, who insisted on regalfng him with local news of little interest to strangers. As they passed one house the jehu pointed the butt of his whip at 1t and remarked:
 ''Lincoln's home.''
 'Is he, indeed?" returned the traveller, bored. but still polite.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Another revolution is threatened in Bulgaria. Government in that country seems to be a sort of circular affair.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
High Indeed

High Indeed
 (Judge) Parson: You should think more of the higher things of life, young lady"
 Those Whom the Devil Loves
 (Every Little Elsie had been particu- uarly trying to her mother that day. She really seemed to find delight in teasing to the height of exasperation.
 If you are so naughty. Elsie. no one will love you" said her mother with frown. Yes, mother; I know some one who will love me. The bladder I am the more he loves me-" "Why, Elsie, what do you mean?'
 The devil"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

''For the first time in the history tf the better babies conference, held in connection with the Illinois state fair, a baby has registered perfect"
 But, to hear their mothers tell it, they are all that way.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Salvage
Qondon Opinion)

uLondon Opinion) lie: Then this is absolutely final?" She; Absolutely. Shall I re- turn your letters?"
 He; Yes, please. think they're good enough to use again."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

"Eat Onions If You Want to Be Magnetic"
 And it naturally follows that 'ons who get garlic will be irresistible.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
Indorses Lease stand

HHuOrses LenSe Stand
 To the Editor of The Age -Herald
 wish to indorse the fearless ana righteous stand your paper has taken in upholding Solicitor Davis action in regard to demand ing that justice be given the con- victs at Banner mines, and also the stand you have taken against the horrible lease system. Your splen- did editorials will surely be far reaching in awakening the public consciousness in this state.
 (Miss) MISSOURI CAWTHORN.
 Montgomery, Ala. Sept. 24. 1923.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

permitted to proceed to a fair and impartial conclusion. the report Will amply justify the position 1t mas taken.-Editor Age Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
SMILES

My dear reverend! wear nothing but the highest priced garments, just adore roof gardens and am engaged to an aviator"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
TkaSsSlaeORCF
 IBEAPER.

You can always tell politician, but you cannot tell him much.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
To Ru Theda

Greetings, dreamer Master of time One who builds castles in Spain While golden minutes fly. When you were holding tryst With an imaginary person You could have put in the time To boil potato, Sew on button, Or do some other idiotic thing That befits the plebeian mind To term worth while" Greetings, dreamer Thou, too, art of mine ilk.
 -Tatterdemalion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

Main street," says Lorado Taft, lis tired of jazz and the people are beginning to think" Half of which ia correct.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26

am full of information
 And of wisdom rich and rare. learned it all this morning
 In barbers chair.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-09-26
THE AGE-HERALD

Entered at the Birmingham, Ala, post
 office as second class matter under act of Congress. March 6. 1879.
Mountain Home Republican. [volume] (Mountain Home, Idaho) 1915-1946, 1923-12-21

to our fellow men, generosity and
kindness towards those less fortunate
in worldly goods than we are, but
above all, loyalty and reverence to
that One to whom we owe every
thing.
The prevailing holiday spirit crops
out in many ways in our school. The
grade rooms are in gala attire;
Christmas trees, cheerful, coy fire
places, glowing candles, wreaths Of
holly and mistletoe, and bright
ported plants all add to the festive
appearance. Then, too, there are the
whispered conferences, the knowing
glances between pupils and that de-
lightful mysterious air which always
accompanies the coming of Christ's
birthday.
There will be no formal program
for the grades this year but most
of the rooms are preparing jolly lit
tie parties for Friday afternoon.
Mrs. Hays section of the literary
society is to give a program Friday
afternoon for the high school pupils.
SO far we haven't heard much about
this program except for a few fleet
ing remarks such as, Don't forget
play practice tonight" or Eyes, I'll
be there to practice the songs" but
from those we judge that there will
be music and play at least.
And now in closing, we want to
give to you a little Christmas mes
'age. Enjoy this Christmas to the
ltmost. get and give all the pleasure
'ou can, but in the whirl and gay
ity of the time, take few minutes :
o reason out the real meaning of Z
'hristmas-Christ's birthday. And
ont forget to thank Him for all
hat He has done for us and for the
vorld-He will hear and He will b
emember.
Mountain Home Republican. [volume] (Mountain Home, Idaho) 1915-1946, 1923-12-21
There lies the land of gold.

Upon a crag of the crimson west.
And lulIed by the rushing breez
That hurries down from the noun
tain SHOWS.
And the rolling jade-green seas.
Stands the Queen of gold.
Queen of all, of sage and land
Where the golden lure lies,
The stars that form her diadem
Are hung in the Western sky.
There are some she loves,
There are some she hates,
And spreads before their view
A mirage of their fate.
All win the best
Who love the quest,
And try not to war
Her as a slave.
Norris Phelps.
Mountain Home Republican. [volume] (Mountain Home, Idaho) 1915-1946, 1923-12-21
Grade Notes

The following have 100 per cent
for the week of Miss M. Tautfest' s
class: Mabel Bennett, Muriel Ben
nett, Louis Bideganeta, Ralph Carl
son, Dysta Collins, Blodwyn Evans,
Dorothy Green, Emmett Goitiandia,
Helen Moore, Fay Prock and Concha
Sillonis.
Mountain Home Republican. [volume] (Mountain Home, Idaho) 1915-1946, 1923-12-21

Editors-Lila Beaman and Alden
Norell.
Reporters-Mary Lee Morton, Eta
Edgar, Bess Faraday, Fred McEach-
ern and Lambert Cannon.
Poet-Norris Phelps.
Typist-Lillian Tye.
Faculty Advisor-Mliss Scott.
Mountain Home Republican. [volume] (Mountain Home, Idaho) 1915-1946, 1923-12-21
Christmas

Christmas is time which is and
should be observed by all sorts of
people, rich and poor, great and
small
We, at school, are trying to do
our bit by making an effort to i'm
press upon the pupils the proper
Christmas spirit which embodies love