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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
POOR BOYS WHO
 BECAME FAMOUS By Frederick Houk Law
Jenn PnuI Richter

About a hundred years ago there died in Bayreuth, in Germany, a famous German humorist, Jean Paul Richter, a man whose work attracted worldwide attention, and whose influence on life and thought was remarkably great. Like so many other humorists, he lived a life that was far from hapy.
 The death of his father, and then of the grandparents who had ta- ken him into their care, left him, in those days when insurance was hardly dreamed of, adrift upon the world. He struggled through the schools, and intended to make him self preacher. After a time he found that he must drop all of his studies and work in order to live. He had such bad luck finding a position where he could teach that at the age of twenty one he had to run away from the little place he called home, in order to escape being put into prison for debt.
 Even in the days of his greatest anxieties he had laughed over JOkeS, ndu COllGCleu NdTtOuS nu- morous stories, and had begun the writing of satire. Now, from time to time, he wrote books of satire and managed to support himself by teaching in little school that he established. After some years he attracted the attention of the leading literary figures of the day. At thirty eight he married and settled down in Bayreuth, where he lived for twenty-four years, and where he died at the age of sixty two.
 As he grew older he wrote more and more wisely. He wrote in a most attractive style, and ex- pressed thoughts that commanded attention. People more and more quoted what Jean Paul" had said, and it soon came to pass that he was regarded as one of the greatest men in Germany. He was a most industrious man and wrote without rest, his books number ing about sixty volumes.
 Richter's success was therefore due not only to natural ability, but also to an unflagging spirit of industry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

ing two greater groups against each other. There is fear lest the party regain power through furnishing the next premier. Such an event would be blow to present accord among the chief naval powers, although it is difficult to believe that the party would be so bold as formally to null lify the Washington agreements to which Japan is pledged In other di- rections, however the party may work so as actually, if not technically, 10 counteract the achievements of Kato and his supporters. The hope of the world is that the military group will not be represented either by the pre- mier or in the new cabinet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
The Citizens, Duty
(Gadsden Ionrnall


 If substantial citizens refuse 60 give information, then the officers are handicapped. And some of the citizens do refuse. They find va rious excuses. Some have rela- tives who might become involved. Some might lose business by tell ing what they know. Some. fear to testify for other reasons. And so, the next time you hear anyone criticizing the courts and the of ficers for lax enforcement. ask yourself the question: If that man knows of law violations. and knows that the law is not being enforced In certain instances, why does he not tell the courts and the officers, instead !. of telling others?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
DON'T FORGET SCHOOL LEVY

The thoughtful citizens of Jefferson county owe it to themselves, their chil- dren and the cause of education in this district to turn out today in force to vote for the continuation of he three and one-mill school tax which is submitted to the popular will. The levy means no additional tax, but an extension of the act under which the schools of this district already derive a considerable proportion of their reve- nue. Our schools are increasing in number and size, the pupils are com ing in a constantly swelling volume, and the revenue is now needed more than ever before. It is unthinkable that public sentiment would not ap- prove this levy, but unless the people turn out to vote for it, the revenue may be lost. That would mean either that a vital portion of the school sery- ice would have to be suspended, or that later special election would have to be called to record a mere complete vote on the same question. The people may as well vote It now and have it over with. Birmingham is inviting capital, industry and popula- tion to come here. The community could strike no more serious blow to its own material development and to its appeal to outsiders than to let this levy go by default. The school au- thorities feel that all they need is for the voters of this city to turn out in force, having no fear of the result
 Let the voters confirm that confidence
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
AN INHERITANCE TAX

If Governor Brandon is looking for a source of additional revenue for the state, perhaps he would do well to forget the imposition of further gaso- line tax upon a resentful people, and will consider the feasibility of an in- heritance tax. The wealth of Alabama at times goes to pay inheritance taxes to other states, but none of the wealth of Alabama citizens lying in other states ever comes into Alabama's s treasury by way of an inheritance tax It is said that the inheritance ldx revenue from the Flagler estate all most paid the bonded indebtedness of Kentucky. Recently the estate of Mrs. Phoebe Hearst was appraised at a figure that means the payment into the treasury of California the sum of $1,056,8 as inheritance tax. Is it not far better for the state to take revenue from those who arc through with their wealth, than 90 wiring rev. enue from those who need their money for purposes of living? The governor is earnestly requested to look into the question of an inheritance tax, if the state needs more revenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
SMILES
No Cut Rates
Atlanta Journal

(AtIanta JournaD
 Ma" exclaimed Teddy, Mrs. Johnson said she would give me a nickel if I told her what you said about her."
 T never heard of such a thing" answered his mother indignantly. You are a good boy not to have told. I wouldn't have her think l even mentioned her. Here's aa apple for being such a sensible lad"
 T should think I am, ma. When she showed me the nickel l told her what you said was something awful and worth a quarter at least"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
ALABAMA AND A STATE PORT
Savannah News)


 Alabama has taken one of the necessary steps in the establish ment of a state port, the house of representatives having passed, by 63 to S1 votes, the bill to lend the states credit for S10.000,000 in the project. A state port is not an experiment, if Is not fad, it Is a businesslike as cold storage for eggs or a warehouse for tobacco It is no more of fad than a com press is in the handling of cotton to market It is just a group of facilities, so that buying and sell ing are easier, that cut the cost of handling, that reduce depreciation and increase the marketing season There is nothing mysterious about it all; it is not a mystic maze" but a collection of buildings, rail- road tracks, harbor slips and ma chinery for quickly and cheaply handling a variety of commodities, and with places adapted to the storage and bookkeeping of va riety of things. It is we'll to have this various assortment of facili- ties as close together as may be and also at place where deep water shipping can come along side. That's the why of a state port.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Soon Get Over Them

NIDVtIIffII 41dbIEJ
 The little family rows that core up in Dothan blow over, and the people get to pulling together al- ways before 1t Is too late, and 1t is not too late yet for differences to be settled and Dothan's inter- est will be looked after. Dothan is getting too big not to have dif- ferences among her people, but they are usually settled before 1t is too late for the city's welfare.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Why They were Prisoners
(Capper's Weekly)

(Capper's Weekly)
 Women visitors were going through a penitentiary under the escort of the warden. They came to a room where three women were sewing.
 visitors. what vicious looking creatures. Pray what are they here for?"
 Because they have no other home. This is our sitting room, and they are my wife and two daughters" blandly replied the warden.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
pr. Crumpton,s View

NCentreYIIIe Press)
 Lr. Crumpton is being criticized by certain prohibitionists for in- dorsing Senator Underwood fo1 president. The doctor Is the lead ing prohibitionist in the state, but he knows the senator Is honest and sincere, and that Is more than some prohibitionists are who arc opposing him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Should ReRIn Work
(Prattville Progressl

NtIdIINIIIe FFOgress)
 If we can secure highway from Prattville through the west ern and northwestern portion of Autauga county, we will witness our greatest progress and pros- perity. As we are three years be- hind in road building, work on both of these roads should be com menced at once.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Both Were Wrong

(Boston Transcript
 Two battered old wrecks were sitting on a bench on the common when one remarked: I'm man who never took advice from any body"
 Shake, brother" said the other. I'm man who followed every b0dy's advice.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
To Whatamioffered

1 read your ad; it makes me glad. I
 have plot of ground [ bought one day far, far away froln
 where may be found The verdant grass is long, and bass in
 crystal lakes abide; The view is fine, for woods of pine
 stretch far on every side. The wild flow'rs smile, the birds be-
 guile with song the livelong day Perhaps you think it strange a gink
 should trade this place away. I'm kind and fair; my joys I share,
 though not the kind who br.ags-- For what you've got I'll trade this plot
 and four tobacco tags.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
A Mere Suggestion

(Houston Post)
 Considering the fact that MT. Hearst pays MT. Brisbane only $1O4,000 a year, we must say Mr. Brisbane writes in rather kindly vein about MT. Hearst.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

It may be true that there's some good in everybody, but most people will agree that it would be hard to find it in the Philadelphia man who feigned prayer to rob the poor-box in a church
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Need Competent AIen
(Opelika Newsl

AOpSllhd NeWSl
 We note that a number of news- papers propose to amend our mo- tion to secure the services of Gem eral Goethals as chief advisor of our port improvement and road construction by striking out the name of Goethals and inserting that of General W. J. Sibert. We are quite willing to accept the amendment. What is needed Is the best man possible to put on the job, and General Sibert has few equals,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

No wonder France refuses to sub init her cause to the judgment of an unprejudiced international commission of financial experts; under existing economic and political conditions there "ain't no sich animal"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
A Winter Cover Crop

N4HdIIUII OUuHly NeWSJ
 Marion county'S farmers are more and more on the alert look- ing for what will most benefit them and the general public. Lest they might overlook it, it might be well to call their atten- tion just now to the great import ance of a winter cover crop. There are several that will dc much better than non-legumes. Burr and Crimson clovers are both fine, and both will do well in this county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Temptations to Speed
(Anniston Star)

(Anniston Star)
 Speeding merely because the road is a good one at some parrlc- ular point also is responsible for a great many motoring fatalities. And incidentally a good many car drivers in towns think that newly paved streets are provided es- pecially for them to speed over. This is proving the case on newly paved Anniston streets and ave- nues and doubtless 1t is true of every city having finely, paved boulevards.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

Is is a pecularity of the American people that when they read the head line: "Cobb's Brother Shot," they knew at once that it was the brother of Tyrus and not of Irwin s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Good Advice

(Kansas City Star) Let your bonus check be a nest egg" advises savings bank ad- Nestisement. A doorknob, so to speak, to success?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
A Simple Problem

(Tuscaloosa News) /The problem before the people of Alabama, as regards education is simple one. Unless additional revenues can be raised, there can be no increase In appropriations for the states institutions of learning, nearly all of which are badly handicapped for lack of funds
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
strong for Good Rondn
(DeKalh County Newsl

NDthdID OOuHty NeWsJ
 It looks like every day in the week is good roads working day in DeKalb county If the pres ent movement continues mach longer and the mistakes of pre- vious road workings are elimi- mated. DeKalp wih soon have the best voluntary worked roads in the state. Each of these projects is drawing the people of various sec tions a little closer together and much good will come from the movement aside from the actual work accomplished.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
The Cause of the Upronr

(Kansas City Star)
 "Howdy, Gap!" saluted a pass ing neighbor. Whats coming off in yore house? Celebrating some thing with cheers?"
 Nope" replied Gap Johnson of Rumpus Ridge. Children got the -p'tu!-whooping cough"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
JOHN-A-DREAMS
Dreams of Wedding Anniversary

Dreams Of Wedding Anniversary
 A dream of celebrating ones own wedding anniversary is of significance only to married wom- en. Girls who have such a vision may dismiss it from their minds because Nof the fact that in most cases it will be found to have been superinduced by something they spoke about or by a faint recollec- tion of a chapter in book or d scene in play or film. The mar ried woman, however, who dreams of her own wedding anniversary will thus receive the assurance ot a long period of years of married life. It does not particularly mat ter whether the number of years represented by the anniversary she dreams about tally with those of her welded life, nor does it make much difference whether she dreams of silver or golden jubl- lee. or mere occurrence of her wedding day.
 The significant part of the dream is the prophecy of marital happiness which it carries and thus it is of greatest importance to young brides and to women who at present are not particularly happy with their husbands. Some dream interpreters claim that if the husband does not appear in the dream the vision foretells his death and the early remarriage of the dreamer. I differ with this Interpretation, my experience hav- ing been that the presence or ab- sence of the husband does not in any way interfere with the mean ing as set forth above.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
HnrrOrsi

(St Louis Globe Democrat)
 Going to Europe and coming back to tell us what is the matter promises to become an annual per formance with statesmen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
THE PARAGRAPHERS
There,s n nifference

(Miami News -Metropolis)
 MT. Coolidge will have to let 'em know in Washington that his si- lence does not always mean that he gives consent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Proper Discipline
(Life)

Garage Mechanic: Yer car needs gas. mister"
 The Owner: That car had five gallons of gas the day before yes terday and that's every dam drop it's going to get till tomorroww
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

When the question of wages is un- der discussion, the ultimate consumer who pays them is never consulted even by a circular letter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Dark Outlook For Umpire

KNtW OTItdIIs oIdItSJ
 American baseball has been in- troduced into the Balkans, which means that those excitable peoples are going to stage more riots than ever before.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

The former chief of staff of the United States army is not the first soldier who decided to risk matrimony after having gone through a real wat.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

Today we vote. Or do we?

America expects every nation to pay it's duty.
 We are asked what is the most inn portant part of motor car. How about the mortgage?
 Speaking of motor cars, Tennes- see paragrapher once said: "There will be no general prosperity in this country until the man who can't pay cash for a wheelbarrow can buy all automobile on credit"
 As we were looking out the window at the rain along came a friend and asked;
 "You didn't bring my umbrella downtown today. did you?"-
 And a sudden pang of guilt flashed through our bosom.
 As far back as we can remember, we have not begged, borrowed GOT sto- len an umbrella. In fact, we have a distinct aversion to same, preferring to get wet rather than carry one.
 And yet, when we heard them jest ing words we were suffused with a feeling of guilt.
 Possibly in some previous existence we borrowed a rainstick, and it's ecto- plasm is haunting us. Or is every hu- man soul afflicted with a borrowed umbrella complex? What do you make of it, Watson?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Shop Talk

(Wayside Tales) Banks; Do you believe in pur suit or in possession?" Kneedel (his tailor): Both Possession only comes after so much per suit"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
That's About 1t

(Atlanta Constitution)
 About the time a new German chancellor thinks that he can hold his own he has nothing to hold.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

George Bernard Shaw offers to write his impressions of the Dempsey Firpo massacre for $1,OOO,OOO, tax free. Through an oversight he has neglected to demand a percentage of the gate and slice of the moving pie ture rights.
 MT. Shaw is the most remarkable boxing expert extant. He picked Carpenter to beat Dempsey.
 Oil companies, report that various persons are selling bootleg gasoline. It differs from bootleg likker in one essential-it has no kick.
 Sign on Twentieth street: "Fords Dodge" That's what we call d friendly warning.
 We recommend that the city com mission amend it's traffic ordinances so as to except taxicabs. This will greatly reduce the number of viola tions.
 The police commissioner having diagnosed the vice situation, what's next on the program?
 The pistol that wasn't loaded killed a boy in Atlanta Sunday. q didn't raise my boy to play with pistols"
 Don't neglect to cast your vote in today's elections. There is no other way to decide.
 The merchants of Alabama are com ing today. They are Birmingham 2 customers. Treat eh right!
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

It is noted, too, that most people with full coal bins appear to be ia comparatively good humor for reasons best known to themselves.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

If Governor Pinchot succeeds in his efforts to avert a hard-coal strike, he will add another feather to his con- servation cap.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
THE ALABAMA PRESS
for Underwood
(Troy Messenger)

NIIUy MtSSenBerJ
 The news trickling back to Ala bama from all parts of the coun- try is convincing that Senator Un- derwood will be a highly accept able candidate for the whole coun- try, and that he will likely be the one selected to carry the banner.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
A sELF-sUPPORTING CROP

est. Joseph News-Press)
 You oan say one thing for whis- kers. They are one crop that can be raised without an occasional yelp for government help.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

whether the railroads shall pay for viaducts with money, or whether tte people shall pay for grade crossings with both money and human life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Lacks Age
(Dallas News)

(Dallas News) DeValera's little boy is running for office in his dads place, but it will be years before he attains his majority.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
eTrBsCRTPTTON RATFS.

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

There is view in some quarters that Germany won't be able to stand on her feet until she learns to crawl.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

One trouble with self-constituted spokesmen of the "dirt" farmer is that they insist on throwing mud.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
fCTDETLTcETS fHaE1 Al, I.NNATIONAL
 O CAPITAL 9Ea

Reading one dismal morning that Harding was dead and that Coolidge, having taken the oath as president at 2:07 o'clock, None not prepossessed by the charm of the new executive might cynically have speculated on why flags Tapped at half-mast.
 The chances are that Coolidge will prove satisfactory, that he will pleasantly surprise. Truth Is, however, that the impression he made on Washington observers during his vice. presidency was a sad and sour impression.
 And there is no shadow of a doubt but that had the slate makers at the Chicago convention of 1920 been able to forsee the future, Coolidge would notN have been nominated for the vice -presi dency.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS. en1itIed no the use for publication of all news dispatches credited to it 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., 1923-08-28

MT. Shaw is the most remarkable boxing expert extant. He picked Carpentier to beat Dempsey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

Don't neglect to cast your vote in today's elections. There is no other way to decide.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

Grade crossings are much more costly than viaducts. It is question
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
THE AGE-HERALD

Entered at the Birmingham, Ala, post office as second class matter under act of Congress March 6, 1879.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28
Destiny

Destiny!
 Coolidge is president of the United States.
 And it was only days ago that the master politicians of the Re- publican party planned to elimi- nate Coolidge as prospective running mate, next year, of MT. Harding.
 Politically, he was down and out. He had failed so signally to inn press the country with his per- sonality-if he has personality that he was doomed for the "tali and uncut" timbers.
 Coolidge was aware of the plans. He made no outward show of re- sentiment. He displayed no de- termination to give battle to his enemies. He was apparently will- ing to be made a vicarious sacri- flee if political masters deemed it expedient.
 And now, he Is president of the greatest nation on the face of the globe.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

How, in the other days. they | took liberties with Coolidge!
 It has been the invariable GUS tom for the senate, at the conclu- sion of a session, to pass per- functory resolution thanking the vice president for the fairness with which he had presided over the deliberations of that august" body.
 < Last March a resolution to that effect was prepared. Inquiry was made, as inquiry had always been made, for the ascertainment of the sentiment of the body It was learned that there would be oppo- sition to the adoption of the reso- lution, nay, that it's introduction would lead to debate and fight on the floor
 It was said that Senator Heflin of Alabama was behind the threat ened opposition. At any rate, in order to avoid an embarrassing situation, the resolution was not presented.
 Other vice presidents who were thanked for the fairness with which they presided have passed from the scene and from the mem ory of the average man
 But Coolidge, whom some would have humiliated, is the individual of the hour. and has the attention of the entire world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-28

All the Modern Improvements GALT. 844 1ST-3 lge rms; furn. complete; piano; children; linens nr. lake; $75.