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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
PARTY BLoCs AS OBSTACLES

The developments of party blocs in the American congress in recent years is subject which has been giving serious concern to constitutionalists who feel that the two-party system il American politics contemplated by the founders of the government is largely responsible for the success and per petuity of American institutions. The objection to the bloc system is that blocs are essentially class groups and the array of class against class is re- pugnant to the spirit of the constitu- tion. The failure of so many Flu ropean parliaments to function effec- lively is laid directly to the bloc sys- tenn whereby these class groups arc arrayed against one another, no one of them being sufficient to constitute a majority government.
 The so-called farm bloc in the American congress is step toward the failures which are so common in Europe. The advantage of the party government system is that the party represents the whole people. There may be difference of opinion as to what is best for the country, but both parties make their programs on basis of the country's best interest. The bloc, on the other hand, works primarily for the class or group of citizenship of which the bloc's mem- bers are composed.
 The American Federation of Labor has gone on record in opposition not only to the formation of labor bloc, but against third party to be known as the labor party. Labor leaders fee! that they will do their cause more harm than good by arraying theri- selves as group or class against the other parties, and that labor's mem- bership can be more effective by work ing within the old parties for prin- ciples which will be of benefit to tre whole people instead of to any one group. In spite of modern restless ness and desire for change, thought ful men still believe the two-party system of government is best and that needed reforms can best be accom- plished through efforts within those two parties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
TRADE WITH THE SOUTH
Washington Post)

Trade reports for the eight months ended August 31 show an increase in exports to Latin America of thirty-three per cent. over those of the corresponding period of 1922, and an increase of forty-three per cent. in imports. As practically all exports were of manufactured articles and as the great bulk of imports were of raw material, these figures are signifi- cant as indicating healthy growth of trade in that field. Further significance attaches to these fig ures as showing increasing amity and friendship between this coun- try and Latin America. This is as it should be. The United States and Latin America have a commu- nity of ideals and interests that urge expansion and closer knitting of trade relations. Every day adds to the better acquaintance of the two continents in this hemisphere and better acquaintance adds to the commercial interchange.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
MOTHERS OF FAMOUS
 MEN
The Mother of Lafcadio Hearn

Little, dark eyed, dark-haired, sensitive, emotional impulsive Rosa Cerigote, the Greek girl, was most fascinating. Every man who saw her turned his head and watched her as she moved away. Zoe mou, sas agapo," every man said to himself-that is: My life. I love you" <s'-
 Even to the Greeks Rosa Ceri- gote was an attractive girl. What was she then to Surgeon Major Charles Bush Hearn, the Irishmau. far from his home in a foreign land! He turned his head more than oncel Finally he found that it was his heart that was turned. He threw everything overheard then, picked up the lady, as st were, and married her willy-nilly.
 That was an incident that gave the British garrison talk enough for a while! -On the island of Lef- cada there was born a child to this Irish Greek pair, and the parents named the child, romantically, after the island on which it had been born-"Lafcadio Hearn." So that is the origin of the strange name of the great writer who lived in the United States and who finally went to Japan, where he became all but Japanese. writing beautiful poetic prose that still de- lights the world.
 The father and mother brought the boy up to speak Italian and Romanic! What 8 strange mix ture of races and languages Laf- cadio Hearn was! And to think that he became newspaper re- porter in the United States! The father took his little foreign fam fly to Ireland, but alas! the wild Greek girl Fan away and was never seen again! Had she tired of her husband? Did she long for the isles of Greece? Who knows! Can you~not see, though, in the fascination and charm of Lafcadio Hearn's writings, as well as in the strange wandering life that he led, more than trace of that dark, passionate Greek mother whom he so strongly resembled in personal appearance?
 "Zou mou, sas agapo"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
FOR CONSTRUCTIVE EFFORT

Preliminary dispatches indicate that the American Legion is about to en- bark upon a program of constructive effort which will win approval in all sections of the country. Alabama is particularly interested in the work of the former soldiers because the mem bers in this state have been energetic and public-spirited in entering with enthusiasm into movements for better government and for the advancement of the public welfare. Already these men are making themselves felt as g power for good. The determination of the national body to pay less attention to politics, and to outline a policy of constructive interest in practical mat ters with which each community is confronted, is commendable. If this organized body of the nations young men enters with unanimity upon such task, achievement of that which is worth while will be the fruits of their efforts.
 It is proposed to enter into and foster "every enterprise which will further the we'll being, health and hap piness of the various communities. This will include such practical sub- jects as city planning, betterment of public schools, increased park and playground facilities, active participa- tion in Boy Scout troop organization and management, free medical clinics, public forums and other movements for the betterment of citizenship. Leaders of the Legion realize that it is through such work that the mem- bers can be most affective, and that when they become active in every town and city of the United States, they will provide an impetus for inn proved living conditions and facilities for enjoying life which will do much to offset propaganda of dissatisfaction and discontent which is creating injury to the public welfare.
 The Legion will continue its interest in purely political matters so far ss they directly affect the members, as is indicated by the proposed favorable action on adequate compensation for veterans and study of the immigra- ton question with view to correct ing some of the unwise features of the present law. It is gratifying to note that the Legion is to enter more ag- gressively into the affairs of every day life and to take more active part in advancing the constructive inter- ests of communities as respects the prosperity and happiness of their peo- pie.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
'Tka5SSSeORCH
 EAPER.
Chow

Up steps our noble congressman with
 patriotic air And with solemn voice that rings of
 sorrow and despair Complains against the foreign names
 upon the bill of fare. It hurts his patriotic pride and makes
 his bosom sore When eggs are masked by fancy names
 from Frances distant shore. An egg is but an egg to him, and it is
 nothing more. A steak is nothing but steak, and it is not more sweet Disguised beneath name that few are
 able to repeat; Potatoes by their homely name are
 just as good to eat. But there's valid reason for this
 hifalutin game, For if they served a humble spud with.
 out fancy name They wouldn't have the nerve to
 charge two dollars for the same. Even a romantic title cannot dis guise the fact that hash is hash; nor can whole French lexicon make us any the less hostile toward @ boiled parsnip.
 Congressman Hill having demon strated that nature transforms inno- cent grape juice into evil wine, we suppose he will introduce a bill order- ing nature to be prohibited, or de- ported, or something.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Forty Winks

Country Gentleman)
 T have only one request to make" sroaned the college man who had come to participate in the harvest.
 What is that, Mir. Smart?" re- turned the farmer.
 Please let me stay in bed long enough for the lamp chimney to cool off"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

renity, reflection, reason and calm judgment, indicates that he has higher hopes from the academic than from the athletic departments of these in- stitutions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
WISE POLLY
(New York Mail)

IN6W OTk MdlIJ
 A woman kept a parrot which was always swearing. She could put up with this, till Saturday. but on Sunday she kept a cover over the cage--this prevented the parrot from swearing on that day Removing it Monday morning.
 One Monday afternoon she saw her minister coming toward her house, so she again placed the cover over the cage. As the rev erend gentleman was about to step into the parlor the parrot remarked;
 This has been a damn short week."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
TO CLEAR THE APPEAL DOCKET

City Attorney w. J. Wynn has made formal appeal to Judge c. B. Smith, presiding judge of the circuit court, to arrange with his associates to provide relief for the city's appealed case docket. He suggests that the chief justice of the suprerco court might sec the wisdom of assigning special fudge to the circuit here to get tie docket cleared This appeal docket
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Protection for Children <HH1-+~1p,ar, Tir,ast

: IMUIIt s UI1IcfS frHoSI
 Experience has taught us that the children in our school build ings are always in more or less danger from fires and other acci- dents that are likely to occur at any moment, and as the schools are generally over-crowded, with out some system and concert of action there is always danger of loss of life to the children, un- less they have been trained to meet such emerSenciss.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Means of Transportation

(Shelby County Reporter)
 The fact that our school term is so short this year should be the means of stirring up every citizen who is interested in the welfare of his county to find the means of overcoming this serious handi- cap. Our boys and girls deserve at least an equal chance with the boys and girls of other counties. That they cannot have with such short terms of school. No citizen ship that neglects the proper training of the young can make real progress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
The Tariff Burden

The Fordney- -McCumber tariff bill, passed by the last congress, has not been popular. In fact. it has brought about the defeat of a number of those who were ac- tive in it's behalf. The farmers especially are not in sympathy with it. Under it a tariff is placed on farming implements, which, of course, means higher prices for the same in this country. Then, too, tariff on certain food products. such as sugar. make the cost of living higher, not only for the farmer. but for every other citizen as we'll
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Better Play Safe

NItUy 1HICS5CII5CIJ
 As the law provides that auto owners shall be fined if they do not secure licenses before Novem- Der Is, and as the auto license tax department will have man in each county November 16 to list and collect for all cars not then icensed-including the penalty 1t behooves car owners to shop early" and get their legal license.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
SMILES
Real Mad About It
Prize Story In Judge)

The telephone rang in the school office and an imperious voice demanded the superintend- ent.
 The sense of injury mounted as the voice eontinued:
 Why are teachers allowed to ask such unreasonable things; things no one could be expected tc know? Here my little girl has to know by tomorrow how many carrots are in peck"
 Careful inquiry by the puzzled superintendent proved that the music teacher had asked how many beats to the measure.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Be Crazy If She Didn't Ehf
 1ndianan0liS Starl

Considering the hand they hold any poker player would admit the French are justified in standing pat.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
How to Make a Hit

(Jasper Mountain EagIe)
 Advice to candidates: If you want to make hit with the vot- CTS tell them that their taxes are too high, and salaries of public of- ficials are too elastic- Tell 'em you are in favor of reducing taxes and spending more money on the common schools (be sure to say common or rural schools).
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Diversion

(New York Evening Mail)
 T had delightful time last night" said the author to the pro ducer who was considering the formers first opus.
 What y dor" queried the pro- ducer.
 "Oh. I had some friends out to the house and l read them the play"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

A Tennessee contemporary observes that the only thing now necessary is to get the people to think rightly and sanely. In other words, when human perfection is established, everyth;r g will be lovely.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Another Reform Movement

(South Charleston SentineD
 All persons who have done noth- ing for sixty-five years, all who have made no pretentions to save anything and all who have led d life of ease and comfort apply to the state of Ohio and receive s35O a year. That's about what the old age pension means.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
By GolIy. They Have To

(New Orleans States)
 Miss Mary Katherine Campbe ell of Columbus, Ohio, has been de- clared' to be the most beautiful girl in the United States, but yoI can bet your last cent that tho other girls are not going to be- lieve anything of the kind
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Individually Owned WeevtIs

NDUlIIdI I4dbISJ
 Every farmer who has had any experience trying to produce cot ton under boil weevil conditions has realized that one's own boil weevils destroys his crop, and the weevils of his neighbor. The wee- vii doesn't travel far till his sup ply of food gives out. and that is usually late in the fall.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

The report that Lloyd George has contract to write his impressions of America at the rate of $6 .S2 word suggests that he will refrain from say ing anything about profiteers while he is in this country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
People Have to submit

(Talladega Daily Home)
 Yes, dollar for swearing car is yours that you have owned and paid taxes on for years. It is an outrage, and still people have to submit to things to head off per- jurers and to keep unconstitu- tional acts in force because they cost too much to test them out.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

If Bergdoll does return to America to face the music, as he has expressed a willingness to do, most people in this country would be willing that he be given the jazziest program that could possibly be arranged.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

The Ohio centenarian who attributes his longevity to hard work might be reminded that most people have adopted that suggestion some time ago to escape starving to death.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

The Tarafa bill in Cuba became law. ls is in no sense a tariff measure, de- spite its name, but already promises to stir up almost as much tumult as If it were.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

It is question whether Colonel Harvey will cut more figure in Ameri- can national politics than he did upon donning nickers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

From the number of demonstrations the Filipinos are pulling off in Ma nila, it does not appear that they are yet fully qualified to maintain an or derly style of self-goyernment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Too Late Now

Convicted oil promoters are said to be asking the courts for elem ency. The postal receipts indicate that they showed no mercy to the gullible public.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Don't Show Common Sense
(Anniston Star)

Men who speculate, lose aud then blow out their brains are not good sports and do not show com mon sense. The game man will fight again, and the Sensible man will avoid speculation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
TAKING TIT sERIOJ|sLY

(CIeveland Plain Dealer)
 The prime minister of one of the states of Eastern Europe has prohibited .jazz; 1t appears that they can't help taking it seriously over there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
THE ALABAMA PRESS
Saving Much Hay

(Oneonta Southern Democrat)
 The farmers of Blount county have been saving hay for the past few weeks, and judging from re- ports coming to this office there has been more hay saved in the county this year than ever before.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
still Holds the Big Stick

est. Louis Globe-Democrat) Sometimes Cuba may think Un- cle Sam a disagreeable grandpa : but grandpa's advice works out right.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Strides in Paving

'
 Tuscaloosa is making great strides in the way of paving. It will not only increase the value of all property, but will greatly improve the appearance of the city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
BETTER GET BUSY

With so many boys going to college these days, it behooves us elders to brush up a little to keep abreast of the new generation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
i THE PARAGRAPHERS
Truth i'm It

INdSH VIIIt bdIIItIT Many a football star is now finding great deal of literal truth in the old statement to the effect that he can't make the grade.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Neccxsarx
lDetroit Free PresSl

(Detroit Free Press) Every boy should have "a dog" Yes, and every boy should have a mother willing to have dog in the house."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

The navy's big dirigible has been given the name Shenandoah" which IS almost as picturesque as some of the capers it is expected to cut.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
What They Call Equality
 (TolAdn Bladel

Every two or three months one reads of a new dairy queen being crowned. If there is dairy king at these royal festivities he at tracts no more attention than a bridegroom at a wedding.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
The Eccentric Movie Star

But I tell you, sir, will not be- lieve it! I can't believe it! It is pre- posterous! .. Can you give me proof?"
 The listener to the foregoing smiled (deprecatingly, of cour.se), and slowly unfolded copy of the paper. lie thrust the pictorial section under the others nose.
 The incredulous one opened his eyes in astonishment. Incontrovertible evil dence lay before him. There, among others, was photograph of a pretty motion picture actress snapped on board the s. s. Saurenia just before it sailed. Her knees were uncrossed.- The Phantom Reporter. Scientists have discovered a sixth sense known as "cryptaesthesia," but what the world needs is common sense.
 Crytaesthesia is faculty which en- ables woman to discern when man is handing her heated air. But when the magic moon filters through the trees in the cool of summer evening and a gentle voice whispers: "You are the most wonderful girl in all the world d'-cryptaesth Hops on the job.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

Secretary Hughes suggestion that the mission of the American univer- sitv is to innul~-a- 4h> l--;-> far aA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
THE AGE-HERALD

Entered at tho Birmingham, Ala, post office as second-clas matter under act of Congress March 6, 1873.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

Germany is afflicted with
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

In addition to various ether misfor- tunes,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

ThArA is great. suffering.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

"Yes, we have no bananas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16

L THOMPSON. President
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-16
Horatius at the Spisot

Horatius at the Spigot Up stepped Won Kahr to Munich, A warrior free from fear. Hisfvoice rang loud over the crowd That every man might hear; And thus he spoke: "I'll pinch the bloke
 That boosts the price of beerv Governors of States Asked to Take Dry Pledge.' Wonder what the governor of North Carolina will say to the governor cf South Carolina?
 Cirlish Lawfter High in the ambient air l fling A laugh to dear forgotten spring.
 -Irere.
 Concerning a Pencil It is helpful instrument In office, shop and store; Besides, it helps an awkward gent To improve his golfing score.
 Arthur In addition to various other misfor- tunes,
 Germany is afflicted with "Yes, we have no bananas.'
Evening star., 1923-03-06

LIGHT H0USEWORK, young eolored girl
wanted; in small apartment; stnte salary ex-
pected. AddresS Boz 1907, Star socss
Evening star., 1923-03-06
Marshall Business Brokers.

Special pool room. bowling alleys, billiards.;
downtown; rent only S65; tables. 0 bowling
alleys: cigars and soft drinks. Price, 81 900.
viii trade for small farm or suburban prop
erty.
Grocery and meats; of the best stores
in city: prominent corner; receipts about
s.. 100 month; price right.
Grocery and meats. doing large business
rent $50 per month. This is first-class
store. Price, $500. or invoice.
Near-beer and lunch. 10 living rooms. old
established, In business section. Price, 50. .OOO
Iunchroom, good business ST.; living
rooms: rent, $50: will sacrifice.
Boa riding house. near 14th and Mass. ave. :;
10 rooms. electricity, steam heat; rent, S16O;
price, So. 500.
Boarding house in business section; Al
rooms, we'll furnished; price. $1,000.
Small hotel 33 rooms; steam heat; rent,
5000: price, 5000.
Rooming house, near 18th and X sts.; II
rooms baths; steam heat; price, s.. 600
Rooming house, near 9th and sts; II
rooms price. S1,500.
Dyeng and cleaning: low rental; lease; we'll
equipped: must be seen to be appreciated; !;
price right.
We want business places of all kinds at
right prices. If you want to sell, list with
our up to-date Offices, where hundreds Of places
are sold. All business confidential. Profes-
sional service.
Evening star., 1923-03-06
Marshall Business Brokers.
Q2o N. Y. Ave.

S45O-Rooming house. % rooms; rent, $50:
good lease; good 4. W. location; big bargain
ss0O-Roomng house. 10 rooms; rent, $50.
$65O-Rooming house. II rooms; rent, $50.
$sOO-Rooming house. IL rooms, baths;
good NV. location; rent reasonable.
81 20O-Rooming house, 10 rooms; rent, $11O;
will consider small cash payment.
Rooming house, 10 rooms; h.w.h. and elec-
tricfty; central location: will sacrifice
$45O-Grocery and rooms; rent, $50; 4 yrs .
lease; good corner; big bargain.
'$7OO-Grocery and rooms; rent, $35; good
corner; $50 per day guaranteed.
81 ,OOO-Grocery and rooms; rent, $40.
S2OO0-Grocery and rooms; rent, $50.
Grocery and 3 rooms; rent, $S5; good corner;
good lease: $500 per week guaranteed; big
bargain: make offer Of about So, 500
81 2OO-Confect. and rooms; rent, $35; good
location: big bargain; inspect at once.
81, ,5Op-Confect. and rooms; rent, $35.
SoOO0-Confect. and rooms; rent, $55.
$2OOO-Confect. and 2 rooms; rent, $40.
S3OOO-Confect. and 3 rooms: rent. $125.
IA S32OO-Confect. and 10 rooms: rent, S125.
A.2OO-Confect. and delicatessen; rent, $50.
S85O-Lunch, good trade; rent, $35.
S1'6OO-Lunch and rooms; 3 yrs.' lease; good
trade; big bargain; rent, $75.
Sa 5OO-Lunch and rooms; rent. $120; good
location; $40 per day guaranteed.
81 2OO-Tailoring bus, rooms; rent, $50.
N,OOO-Cafeterfa and 10 rooms; rent, $50.
r. NJ. CURTIS, MAIN 8o43.
ois Machinista' Bldg. 9th and Mass. Ave N W.
Evening star., 1923-03-06

EXPERIENCED
S.ALESLADIES.

The new M. Brooks & Co.,
I1oo G st. NV, organization
want thoroughly experienced
salesladies with following :;
none others need apply; good
salary and permanent position
for those who qualify in the
following depts.: Suits, coats,
dresses, waists, underwear, hos
ierv, gloves. etc.
Evening star., 1923-03-06

TAILOR, first class, on mems
and women's clothes; good pay,
long season. Apply ready for
work. Hoffman Co, 1880 Pa.
ave. Sc