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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
Madison County Town Sut- fers S1O0,0OO Loss in
 Morning Blaze
TENNESSEE VALLEY BURIAL
 THE AGE-HERALD Huntsville. Ala, April 10

The town of Gurley, the most populous trade center in Madison county, outside of Huntsville, was swept by a fire last night and this morning that wiped out some of the best establishments in the business district standing to the west of the main street north of the Southern railway. When the blaze had been brought under control this morning estimates placed the total loss at s100,000, with insurance of approxi- mately s39,50
 The fire started in the Graham mercantile establishment last night from fhe fire that had been left in the stove. It swept to adjoining buildings rapidly, there being no eff feetive means of fighting 1t. Hunts vile was called to for assistance, but there being no water supply no aid could be rendered. A busket bri- gade. which was formed in this emer- gency. did invaluable work and sue ceeded in saving the Tennessee Val ley Bank building. which stood in the path of the flames and which was damaged to the extent of about s1,500.
 Post Office Threatened.
 
 there was a hospital in which Miss Pansy Pickens Was a patient. She was rescued by the volunteer fire fighters after having a narrow es- cape from death. being brought out on her cot. Across the street there were several stores damaged by the heat and several of them caught fire from time to time. They were all saved with slight damage. The win dows of these stores were shattered by the heat Mrs. A. T. williamsons. postmistress of Gurley, removed the mail from the post office building, which was threatened with destruc- tion, to a place of safety and report ed that while she was about this task two men unknown to her attempt ed t. seize a package of registered mail
 She fought them off and they made away in an automobile during the excitement incident to the fire with out being recognized by her
 Reports that Gurley's food supply had been destroyed and that the peo- pie or the town were in need of all were denied today by c. 0. Reed, cashier of the Tennessee Valley bank. who declared that the citizens Of the town could handle the situa- ton without anuy outside assistance
 Latest estimates of the losses sus- tained are as follows: Graham & son, general merchandise, S75OO on stock and building. insurance s4,50O J; ", Joplin, general merchandise Sl5,o00 on stock. insurance s6,O00 loss on building s16,O0O, insured for S6,oO0. w. A. Given, general mer- chandise S25.oo0; insurance s10,oOO Tennessee Valley bank, damaged $l,50o, insurance s1,50O. Williamson Drug company $14.000, insurance S..ooo, F: E. True. general merchan. disc. $2,500; insurance s1.500. wi. ilamson Drug company, owners of building occupied by drug store and True store. loss on building. s7.Oo0 insurance s3,o00. Slightly damaged across the street; E. L. Hereford 70, grocery J. c, Haislip, general merchandise; J. C. Esslineer a Son general merchandise. about $500 each
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
PLAN COURTESY WEEK

Courtesy week Is to be observed by the local Kiwanians from April 15 to q, in accordance with plans ot the International Kiwanis clubs. Sunday, April Is, has been desig mated In Kiwanis circles as courtesy Sunday and the >clergymen in the city will be asked to refer to the subject In their sermons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
CUPID ON JOB
LineviIle Party GOsc On Fishing
 Trip In Florida

LINEVILLE, Ala.. April 10.- Special )-The A. E. A. proved to be Il place Cupid chose to unite two lovers from Lineville. Miss Vida Moultry and Dr. Lilies gave thei r friends surprise when their an- nouncement appeared. Dr. Lilies is a young dentist in Ashland and Miss Moultry is one of Lineville's popu- lar young women
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
MRS. KIRK Is PRESIDENT

Today's program of the Woman's auxiliary of the Tuscaloosa Presby tery was devoted to much routine business, which was presided over by Mrs. A. A. Kirk, president of the organization, who also delivered the presidents message Special music was rendered by Mrs. James Ander- son and Mrs. A. P. Perkins. and at noon an elegant luncheon was served at the church. During the afternoon delegates were shown over the city and later met at Stillman institute, where program was rerd the students. Tuesday night i
 Moore has charge of the Ge
 and features of the program
 quartet, missionary pageant hS e.f- eds under the direction of Mrs. w Moody, and an address by Mrs. Cort, foreign missionary to Korea.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
TRAINING SCHOOL HELD

The Florence district standard training school for Sunday school leaders opened last night at the Sheffield Methodist church. After the devotional exercises conducted by presiding elder, J. s. Robertson of the Florence district. the classes were organized with Rev. w M. Nc Donald. Sunday school field secre- tary as dean of tho faculty.
 Today was Florence district insti- tute day and the various churches of the district were represented. This morning Rev. B. F. Hodge of Bir- mingham spoke on ''The Pastor and the Sunday School.." Dr. w. G. Henry of Birmingham spoke on The Value of Teacher Training.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11


 constipation. Re- alizing what that figure means, mothers should . contrive methods of handling their childrenwhilet tn y still control them that will prevent these future dan- gers. Teach chil- dren rep,llarifv of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11

chapter. U. D. C., the following off cers were elected for 1923-24 Presi- dent. Mrs. !. C. Gunter; first vice president, Miss Ida McFarlane. sec ond vice president, Mrs. R. J. Price, corresponding secretary. Mrs. J. II. Horne; recording secretary. Mrs. c. c McFarlane; treasurer, Miss Mai Dee Jones; historian, Mrs. c. c. Boyd. and chaplain, Mrs. w. s. Allen Dele gates to attend the annual state con vention to be held in Anniston May are as follows: Mrs. C. C. Boyd and Miss Ida McFarlane, regular dele gates, and Mesdames I. H Horne and J. A. Ciuck alternates
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
HURT IN GAR WRECK

Blob Malone. employe of the Mer- rimac Manufacturing company, may lose his eyesght as the result or an automobile accident yesterday wheh Tn company with another boy the car in which they were ridinr crashed into heavy corner stone at the intersection of Broad street ana Merrimac road. Malone's skull was cracked and the sight of both eyes gone temporarily at least The drlver ot the car lost control of the rate of Sneed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
OBSERVE COURTESY WEEK

The Opelika Kiwanis club will ob- serve courtesy week from April 15 to 21. Cardboard placards carrying such words as "Gourtesy Is Contagious" "Courtesy Wins" have been placed in the windows of all stores. spread ing the gospel of courtesy. It Is planned to have sermons preached in all the churches in the city next Sun day of the subject of courtesy. This will be followed by an elaborate pro- gram at next weeks luncfreon de- voted wholly to courtesy and how It wins in all walks of life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
PASSENGER TRAIN BRUSHES OUT LIFE IF LINCOLN M A N
TaI|adega Seeks Next Con- vention of Business
 WOmen'S Clubs
.1NNISTON BUREAU THE AGE-HERALD AnnistOn. Ala. April 10

Struck by eastbound southern pas senger train at Lincoln Tuesday morning, G. Taylor Burton died at St. Luke's hospital Tuesday after noon at 1:S0 o'clock as the result of his injuries lie intended to board station. MT. Burton had purchased a ticket to Anniston and expected to spend the day here looking after business matters. He was placed aboard the train and brought to St. Lukes hospital in this city, and ex- animation by railroad surgeons dis closed the fact that he was fatally injured The body of MT. Burton was prepared for burial in this city and sent back to Lincoln Tuesday night. The funeral services will take place there Wednesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
FIELD DAY SATURDAY

The people of this section and espe- cially the children of the city schools and those of Hackneyville and Our town are looking forward with pleas ure to the field day exercises to be held next Saturday at the fair grounds in this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
BARNESWELL RECOyERs

.. M. BarnsWeIT, Borden " Wheeler Springs man, who was brought to the city Monday night with severe wound in his head as the result of blow alleged to have been inflicted by his wife, is reported as resting comfortably at local hospital. For a time it was thought the wound would prove fatal, but the chances for recovery are considered good this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
EDITORS TO MEET
Mississippi And Alabama Press As-
 sOciatlOn Gather At Mobile

MOBILE, Ala. April 1o.-The ex- ecutive committee of the Mississp- pi Press association has accepted an invitation from the editors of Ala a- bama and the Mobile Chamber of annual convention at Mobile May 24 to 26. Former Senator John Sharp Williams has been invited to address the editors. Dean Walker Williams of the University of Mis- souri school of journalism has also been asked to address the meeting and it Is expected that he will be present. The Alabama and Missis- sippi editors are preparing for a great meeting. according to the of ficers of each association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
OLDER BOYS SOUND CLARION GALL FUR ON M|COT |NE
Use of Tobacco and Gambling Given Black Eye at A.
 bany Meet
TENNESSEE VALLEY BURFAUl
 THE AGE-HERAED Albany Decatur Ala. April 10

If communities interested in the next generation have been wonder ing what the latter day American boy is thinking about, the action of the Older Boys conference. in the adoption of q strong set of resolu- tions here at their district meet ing, may prove enlightening.
 Taking q page from the records of conventions of the elderly con- vention attendants, the youths ee- solved at length, expressing their ap- preciation for the publicity given the meeting. for the entertainment pro- vided in homes of Albany Decatur people, for the many services given the conference by local people, but they went further than most of the gatherings of grown people are ac customed to.
 The boys appeared to have full realization of the ideal they sought and they did not fail to offer their own solution, They resolved:
 "we would recommend that steps be taken in school bodies to elim- mate, the following evils:
 ''Iimpure thought and profane
 "The tobacco habit, especially cigarettes.
 "All forms of gambling.
 Ringers on athletic teams and te require sIdutS LII dll players and forbid the use of to- bacco.
 "The low ideals in regard to prop erty rights.
 The evil practice of beefing by players and spectators.
 The disgraceful practice of some schools of getting drunk on athletic trips after defeat or victory.
 The apparent disregard for the honor of the school.' "Keep Clean" Is Slogan.
 Turning from criticism of things as they are, the boys offered the following solution for the problem.
 We would recommend to each school here represented, as well as others. the following things to do.
 Absolute loyalty to Jesus Christ and his cause.
 Reorganization and perpetuaton of the HiY work.
 The encouragement of physical development of all students and not just few picked fellows on few athletic teams.
 Live up to the quotations and slogan of the Hi-Y movement Come Clean in scholarship, speech, habits and athletics.
 "Applieatlon in daily living of the true Christian spirit and ideals
 That we extend the heartiest support to MT. Rigger and our of ficers for the coming year"
 And these resolutions were not adopted by a group of ministers, teachers, parents or decacons, but by boys themselves.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
COMPLIMENTARY NEAR

The commencement exercises Of the public schools of Alexander City
 will begin Sunday, May 13. when the
 commencement sermon will be deliv-
 cred by pr. Henry M. Stevenson. pas tor of West End Methodist church,
 Birmingham. Dr, Stevenson is for
 mer pastor of the First Methodi | church of this city
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
PASTOR OBTAINED

The members of the Christian church of this place have succeeded in securing q regular pastor for their church. Rev Gaston Collins, who is attending school in Nashville. has been chosen and will move his fam fly here as soon as school is out.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
IMPROVE POSTAL SERVICE

The postal department has author ized Postmaster ONeal to make a partial restoration of the service. which was suspended on April l, when there was a general cut tnroughout the country and there will be a collection of mall at night in the business section. beginning today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
BANKERS TO MEET

The meeting of Group No. Bank CTS will open in Cullman Wednesday
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11

Syrup Pepsin, which children never object to taking as they liko the taste. By morning the youngster will be well again. Likewise if tho nostrils are stuffed up or there is persistent sneezing, a dose of Syrup Pepsin will break up the fever and cold.
 Mrs. Geo. N. Colson of Der nard, Me-, keeps her family well in that way. and Mrs. Ida A. Burkett of Carroll. La, who has been using Syrup Pepsin for a dozen years, has raised her three children on it. Dr. Caldwells Syrup Pcpsin is . vegetable com pound of Egyptian senna and pepsin with agreeable aromatics. The formula. however, is on every package. Druggists have sold it with satisfaction to their customers for over 30 years, and it is now the largest selling family laxative in tho world. Buy a bottle today. It will last you for months, and the cost is only about . cent . dose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
COURT CONFINES
Judge Lacy Of Jasper Sits On Bench
 Al EaXcffc

FAYETTE Ala. April 10.-(Spe- ial.l-The call session of circui, court convened Monday with Judge Ernest Lacy ot Jasper presiding. IL is the purpose of the court to relieve the congestion of the docket.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
DESERT LAND OPENED

WASHINGTON, April 9.--Opening of 436 acres of homestead and desert land in Converse county, Wyoming was announced today by the interior department. Former service men will have the first call for 9l days. be- ginning May 3, after which entries from the public will be accepted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
REVIVAL UNDER WAY

The Brown-Leigh. revival began at the Christian church Sunday morning at Il o'clock. At each of the three services large audiences greeted the evangelist and his singer. John T. Brown, the evangelist of Louisville Ky, and William Leigh of Akron O., are new men in town and have made a fine impression.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
Ailipg Children Get
 Well on Syrup Pepsin
ANY FAMILY MAY TRY IT FREE

Thousands cf parents are askinS GhsmseIses, "Whsve can I find hust- werthy laxatirs that anyone in the |amiiy can use ,phen constipated?" I ures sou te try Syrup Pepsin. ' wiH gladly proside . iberal free sample botiIe, sufficient for an adsquate fest. Write me uhere to send if. Address D.. ". B. Caldt1ell. 5f5 Washington s.. Monticello. Illinois. Do it nou!
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
FARMERS BEHIND

The recent bad weather has re- tarded farming in this section but very small per cent of spring blowing has been done, but judging from the amount of fertilizer that is being hauled away from the railroad the prospects would seem good for a large cotton crop.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
MULE KICK FATAL
Spring Valley Child Succumbs In
 Sheffield Hospital

SHEFFIELD, Ala, April 1o.-(Spe- sial.)-Clyde. 14 years old, son of MT and Mrs. Edward Smith of Spring Valley, who was kicked in the head by a mule, died in the local hospital today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
MAYOR STRICKEN
A. w. Anthony Of Guin Removed To
 Birmingham Hospital

GUN, Ala, April 10.-(Special)- )- Mayor A. W. Anthony of this city was stricken at his home yesterday morning with something like pa ralysis and was in very serious condition all day Monday. and as he did not seem to improve he was taken to hospital in Birmingham this mornil g.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
IyJURED sTUDENT BETTER

The latest report of the condition of John Frazier, the Greenville stu dent at the University of Alabama. who was run down by a wild auto mobile last Saturday. states that his condition is still favorable and unless complications are set up he will recover soon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
PLAN CIEAN-Up DAY

The city council has set aside April 1 as "Clean Up Day." At this time all business houses are supposed to close and every citizen Is required to help in some way to make the town one of the oleanest in the state
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
DAIRY Is sTceEss

The local dairy which was begun q few months ago on probation, has proved a very successful industry here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
TO FISH IN FLORIDA

T. K. Bell, R. c. Smith, cashier Citizens National Bank; Dr. N. G. Hubbard, proprietor Hubbard Cristler Drug company leave today with their families for a two weeks trip down in Florida sections for a spring fishing trip.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
WINS BEAUTY CONTEST
Miss Revirr AdjudEed Most Beau
 tiful Girl

GREENVILLE, Ala. April 1o- Especially Leased Wire.)--Miss Sarah Revier won the popular girl contest here that was put on by the Green Ville Parent-Teachers association
 Miss Revier will be crowned queen the educational organization Friday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
IrRCE ROAD CUAyCE

MONTGOMERY, Ala, April 10-A second delegation appeared here this week to see W. s, Keller, chief engi- neer of the Alabama higway depart ment, in the interest of changing highway route in south St. Clair county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
FARMERS nvrSy

This section is in the throes of an epidemic of flu of a serious nature, causing much uneasiness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11

bowel movement. and be especially watchful of young girls. Insist on two passages a day until the age of l8, when ono is usually sufficient. Give plenty of oranges and apples, plenty of butter because it lubricates tho intes- tines, and encourage the drinking of water.
 Ifyou detect restlessness, belch- ing, gas or wind on the stomach, sleepIessness, or lack of appetite: examine the tongue and you will find it coated, accompanied by unpleasant breath. The child is bilious, constipated. According to age, give from one-half to . teaspoonful of Dr. Caldvell's
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
REBrup FURNITURE STORE

A crew of workmen today began the task of rebuilding the interior of the Morgan Furniture store on Second avenue, which was wrecked by fire last week. An entirely new roof will be built It will require several weeks to complete the build ing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
LUNCH SERVED ON LAWN

The women of the Methodi church served lunch on Monday. the first day of court, realizing good sum of money to be expended for repairs on the manse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11

The farm CTS Of this section are taking advantage of the sunshiny days. rushing their work for early planting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
UNDERCoEs opERATIoN

Miss Margaret Richardson, daugh- ter of Mrs. W. R. Richardson, was carried to Birmingham on an early train this morning and operated on for appendicitis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
ALLOCATE DUTIES

w It'll the NleW O1 eXpeultlng the work of the public service commits sion, a general order was issued by the commission today assigning the supervision of the commissions' vari- ous activities so one member will be held responsible for the detail work of each division. Division No. was assigned to President A. G. Patterson; Division to Commissioner H. F. Lee, and Division , to Commissions Frank r. Morgan.
 Under President Patterson the fol- lowing assignments will be handled: Electric utilities. street railways. cer- tificates of convenience and necessity and the issuance of securities.
 Commissioner Lee will handle any questions regarding telephones, water companies. auditing, inspec- tion fee0 and municipalities.
 Commissioner Morgan will have supervision over the following: Rail- roads, rates, etc, express companies, gas utilities. toll ferries and roads, steamboats, wharves, docks and ter- minals.
 2-WORK OF UTILI
 In making this assignment of the handling of preliminary discus sons by the commissioner who had supervision of the division until such time as it became necessary to receive a federal complaint or to issue a citation. Each commissioner will handle all the correspondence relating to his division !.
 The general order assigning the work announced that a furthur dis tribution and rearrangement of the work will be made when the conven- fence of the public may require it.
 JEFFERSON MAN PAROLED
  the assembly room of the board of pardons Tuesday when the board be- gan consideration of appeals for ex- ecutive clemency filed since the last meeting. Throughout the day the board was in session and more than 30 petitions were heard. Many of the convicts were represented by relatives while others sent attorneys to make their appeal.
 Governor Brandon issued an order Tuesday paroling Phillip E. Nails of Jefferson, an eX-Service man, who had been convicted of grand larceny and sentenced to a term of six to 20 years. The board of pardons. trial judge solicitor and many citizens recommended his release.
 Governor Brandon also granted paroles to the following: Ed Merrill, Linn estone, assault to murder, four to five years. sentence begun December 30, 1921; recommended by board of pardons: J. N. tNcwD Henderson, Blount hacing still in his possession one year and one day, recommended by board of pardons and 500 citizens.
 HOLIDAYS DECLARED
 No submission will be received by the supreme court and court of ap- peals April 26, 21 and 2S. the dates for the annual meeting of the Ala bama Bar association at Mobile. This announcement was made today by Col. Alex Troy, secretary of the as- sociation and information from the two courts. The courts have notified persons who had cases pending dur ing that week that the submissions would not be received on the dates set apart for he meeting.
 All attorneys who are members of the association have been urged to attend the meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
SALESMAN ILL

Thomas N Beall of Birmingham. travelling salesman for Burroughs Adding Machine company, is i'll ot pneumonia at local hospital. Mrs. Beall has been called to his bedside from North Carolina, where she had gone recently to visit her parents, Mir. and Mrs. J. s. Lancaster.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
TO HOLD EXAMINATION
FILL EPIDEMIC

The state examination of teachers will be held on April 16, continuing three days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
YEHER ILL
U. C.S ELECT

MT. A. c. Lloyd. ono of tho oldest veterans In the county. fs suffering second attack of illness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
A small dose at bedtime brisgs relief
 asd laughter by morning

HOSPITAL and doctors rec
 II ords prove that 75 per cent of human illness has its origin in the intestinal canal, complicated with what is commonly called
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11

afternoon with a business meeting F. F. St. John will welcome the bankers while the response will be delivered by Thomas A. Bowles Of Albany. Other speakers of the eve ming session, which will follow q ban quet given by the Kiwanis club, will include: Clyde Hendrix of Decatur, president of the state association; R. l. Goode of Gastonburg, E. w. Me- Leod. chairman of the education com mittee, and Judge B NJ. Allen of Bir- min gham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-11
START BOIL WEEvIL FIGHT

pr. w. H. Kinds, state etomologist, is scheduled to arrive here tonight, and tomorrow he expects to launch a fight against the boil weevil in rus caloosa county. A number of com munities will carry out experimental tests toward eradicating this pest from the farms in the county, the first being Taylorville. about five miles from the city, where the initial test will be held Tuesday evening.