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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ALABAMA DEbATER STANDS SECOND IN SOUTHERN FEEL ]
Frank Crockard And w. E. Mitchell Address Univer-
 Sity Students

UNIVERSITY, Ala, April B. Special. )-George Harrison of Mont gomery has just returned from Bal timore, Maryland, where he repre- sented the University of Alabama in the Southern intercollegiate ora torical contest at John Hopkins Uni versity MT. Harrison was awarded second prize, the first going to the representative of the University of Kentucky. This is the third time that MT. Harrison has won out in such cases at the University this year. He is member of the class of PA and of the s. A. F. Fraternity. Mir Har- rison was able to secure the holding of the contest in 1924 at the Uni versity of Alabama.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
NOTED TENOR SINGS
Joseph Riggins Heard At Linevflle,
 Goes To TallndeHn

L1NEVILLE, Ala, April 2S.-(Spe- cial.)-Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Higgins of Boston, tenor and accompanist with the Brunswick Record company, are on their vacation and guests of Walker Stead of Ashland. They sang before packed and appreciative house in Lineville last night between acts of the senior play.
 There were several numbers bring ing out the beauty of his voice, and one from Rigoletto in Italian, which easily ranked him among the great est singers of the day. The songs in response 10 encores were beautiful and Mother McCree" was sung with a tender pathos. He VIII sing at Tal- ladega Monday night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
BUSINESS BETTER IN ANN|ST0N BY OVER 20 PER CENT.
12 Pipe Plants Go Full Tilt. Camp Mcclellan Takes On
 Activity
ANNISTON BUREAU l THE AGE-HERALD Anniston. Ala, April 20

Business conditions in Anniston during the first three months of the present year were at least 20 per cent better than for the same period for last year. and the second suuar- ter will show a still larger increase in volume. according to business men who are in close touch with the general conditions.
 Twelve pipe foundries here are working full time and every one of the cotton mills are behind with their orders for spring and summer delivery. several of the textile plants beiNgs run day and night In an eff fort to keep up with their orders :. It Is estimated that more than two dozen new dwellings In the Country Club section of the city are now under construction and lum- Der in large quantities Is being placed on the ground for the egin- ming of building of more homes in the northern part of the city. S9 lots from the estate of the late John w. Noble having recently been sold at auction.
 Paving Progresses.
 Paving work on Wilmer avenue from Tenth to Thirteenth streets is being pushed rapidly by, the J. F.. Morgan Paving company of Bir- section of Il blocks on Winner ave- npe is completed the paving crews VI be switched to Leighton avenue.
 Arrival of regular army troops to the number of 2,500 at Camp Mc- Clellan during the next ten days will enliven general business conditions in this city. and the months of June. July and August will witness the arrival and departure of about 15,000 reserve officer trainees, c. M. T. C. students. National Guard and other organizations at the local camp.
 Bankers of the city are encour- aged by the already large increase of business during the first part of the present year, and from every source encourag cement Is given to the belief that 1923 will prove to be one of the banner business years in the history of Anniston.
 Develop New Addition.
 Development of the new Sunset addition to the city, located just be- low the Country club golf links, will give Anniston an entirely new and fashionable residence section and it is expected that building op- erations in that section will be started in the near future Streets have been laid out and paved, water works have been installed, cement sidewalks have been laid and street approaches are being laid out with view to installing driveways in order to reach the new addition.
 Several large real estate deals are pending, according to information a the headquarters of some of the largest dealers here, and 1t Is con- spring and summer will mark the completion of some of the best trades in Anniston property record- ed in many years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
CROCkARD AND MITCHELL
 SpEAIN

In assembly this week the students of commerce and engineering heard Frank Crockard, president of the Woodward Iron company, and w. F.. Mitchell. general manager of the Alabama Power company. The speak CTS were introduced by President Denny of the university. Aside from the speeches that were made the speakers arranged with a number of students to put them at work as soon as school is out. Just how many students they will take into their companies permanently is not known but a large number will be with them for the summer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
FREE CLINIC INSTITUTED

pr. Ed IIerrih, one of Cullman's $ leading physicians, has instituted a most laudable undertaking In Gull man, that of free clinic. On each Tuesday afternoon Dr. Herrin will examine free of charge anyone need ing medical attention and who comes into his office. On Friday afternoon, of each week Dr. Herrin will devote his time to operating. This will also be done entirely free of charge, the patient being required to pay only for the necessary dressings and bandagcS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
TO PRESENT PLAY
St. Bernard College Dramatic Club
 To Auuear Here

PULLMAN, Ala. April 2s.-(Spe- cial.)-The dramatic club of St. Bernard college. Cullman. will pre- sent melodrama, Maurice the Woodcutter," May IS, at the Jeffer- son theatre. This will be the third play to be staged by the dramatic club in Birmingham. Last years minstrel was departure from the clubs regular work, and the return to the drama Is greeted with satis- faction by patrons of the school. The success of this years offering Is con- sidered assured. It is again under the supervision of Rev. Father Ger main. the well-known dramatic coach of St. Bernard, and the cast is made up chiefly of students from Birming- ham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
PULLMAN TAXES LEAD AS CONVENTION CITN'
Older Boys Meet There Next-Doc-
 tors Start Free Clinic

CULLMAN. Ala, April 2S.-(Spe : cial. .)-CuIiman seems to be con- vention city. Only short time ago the Baptists held their annual state meeting here and since that time sev- eral conventions have met here. An- other great meeting is in store for Cullman. The Older Boys of north Alabama will hold their annual cons ference here next year and $50 rep- resenlativoS are expected
 The conference is prompted by the Young Mems Christian association and the iIi-Y club, junior Y. M. C. A. It was through the work of the Cullman Hi-Y club that this meeting was hrou ght to Cullman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
HOUSE BURGLARS AT ANN|STON ARE CAUSING TROUBLE
Troops Arrive Overland From Fort McPherson-PrinCi-
 pal Graves Re- -eIected
ANNISTON BUREAU I
 TIE AGE-HERALD ; AnnistOn. Ala. April 28

The homes of H. J. Forsythe at 11o1 Oyintard avenue. Mrs. J. w. Conner on Tyler Hill and N. E.. Ory on Christine avenue were entered by burglars Friday. An unsuccessful at tempt was made l. enter the store of the Friel Clothing company during the night also. according to reports at the police headquarters Saturday morning. A \ atch and S55 in money were secured by the burglar at the Ory home, a watch and $2 were se- cured from T. l.. Robinson. board CT at the Forsythe home, and wrist watch belonging l. Mrs. Corners lit tie daughter was secured Il that raid. A burglar roke the front transom at the Friel store but no evidences of entrance could be found by officers who investigated the attempted burglary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
KNOCK LAMLESsNESs

WETUMPkA, Ala. April 2S.-(Spe- ciaL)--The Holtville community has been organized for suppression of lawlessness. Recently at a meeting in the school building increased prev alence of drunkenness among other subjects was discussed. It was the sense of the meeting that lawlessness Is becoming too prevalent in the Holtville community.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
JAIL IS OVERHAULED

Geneva County Prison Is Repaired
 Painted And Renovated
 GENEVA. Ala, April 2S.-(Special1 Sheriff R. C. Grice has completed a thorough overhauling and repair of the Geneva county jail. which has been painted inside and out and has been thoroughly renovated
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
SCHOOL FEES HELD VALID

An interesting suit was tried in Judge W. A. Chances court here this week. The suit grew out of an inci- dental fee that was assessed by the trustees and approved by the county board of education and refused to be paid by the defendant. The suit was brought by q. G. Thompson. G. w Drake and A. D. England. as trus- tees of the Ninemont school, againsf J. A. Kelley for school incdentaN fees. Judge Chance held that tha fees are legal and rendered judg-N ment against the defendant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
LIBRARIAN RETURNS
Will Take Charge Of New MOntevallo
 Library

MONTEVALLO, April 2S.-Spe ial)-AIiss Fannie Taber, who has been on six months leave of ab sence. visiting libraries in the north and east. will return in few days to open the new library. Miss Lyle Chamberlin, the little daughter Of Mir and Mrs. Guy l.. Chamberlin Of Long Island, N. Y, will come with Miss Taber to spend several months with President and Mrs. Palmer. Miss Edith Johnson, who has been serv- ing as librarian during the absence of Miss Taber. will return on April 30 to her home in Morristown, N. J.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
TO CONDUCT REVIVAL

The people of the Methodist church will have a revival to begin soon. Rev. M. Swilling, local pastor, will conduct the services and an expert singer will be employed to assist.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
BRIDGEPORT PLANNING TO REBUILD COLLEGE
Big Strawberry Crop Expected.
 MethOdists Will Erect Church

BRIDGEPORT, Ala. April 27.-At a mass meeting held on Tuesday eve ming plans for rebuilding the Ten nessee River institute on q bigger scale were discussed. The original building was destroyed by fire and the plans for reconstruction include sufficient room and equipment for future needs. financial committee was appointed from the Chamber of Commerce-to solicit subscriptions sufficient to buy all property in close proximity to the school site-in order that all athletics may be directed on the campus
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
DEAN CARMICHAEL SPEAKS

Dean o. c. Carmichael went to Will sonville on Friday to deliver the commencement address before the high school of that community. The citizens of Wilsonville are planning to enlarge their high school and bring it into the list of the states accred- ited schools,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
CHAUTAUQUA CLOSES
successful Engagement Is ConcIuded
 At Jackson

JACKSON, Ala. April 2S.-The Rad cliff Chautauqua closed q three-day engagement here this week, the meet Ing having been a success in every way. The big tent was filled to ca. paeity at each performance. The chautauqua this year was given unde the auspices of the Commercial cluL one night there was downpour o8 ram, and the audience joined in popS ular songs until the rain was overv water ran in under the tent, cover@ Ing the ground, but no one left ina tent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
NEW OFFICERS ELECTED
Crawford Heads Chamber Of Com.
 merco At DOthan

LOTHIAN, Ala, April 2s.-(Spe- cial.)-The chamber of commerce this week elected J. Lillian Crawford, cashier of the Dothan National bank, president at a meeting of the direc- tors. A. T. Marchman was named vice president; J. D. Campbell, treas urer; W. D. Malone, civic affairs o: l.. Iimpkins, education; J. o. Hall. advertisement, entertainment and conventions; M. L. Hannahan, Jr., in- dustries; J: H. Bryson. manufactur- ing: Heard Saxon. retail trade: M. F. Prtdgen, rural affairs; Eric Gel lerstedt. transportation; J. J. Flow CTS. wholesale trade.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
MAIL OUT CHECK
Dekalb Farm Loan Association De-
 clnreS Dividend

FORT PAYNE, Ala, April 2s.- Special. l.)-Members of the DeKalb County Farm association are to re- ceiVe handsome dividend checks soon when total of $1.413 will be distrib- uted among stockholders. The asso- citation was organized in 1917 by farmers and business men of the county. Since then s410,000 has been loaned at low interest rate The as sociation has about 400 members
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
FRATERNITY PLEDGES MADE

The kappa Delta Pf Fraternity has announced as new members the fol- lowing juniors in the University. A. l.. Patterson. Miss Vita Mae Jones' Luther Baker. Misses Elizabeth Ar chibald, Mary Elizabeth Baker. Maria Mosley, Mary Reade Smith, and Ju- lia Kelly. Phil G. Green, president of the fraternity, announces that the fraternity will hold it's annual ban quet at Terrace Gardens In Tusca- loosa Monday night, April 30. Among those who will be on the program on this occasion are Dr. J. s. Thomas. Dr. r. P. Claxton, Dr. J. J. Doster, Dr. Leo II. King, and pr. George Lang.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
SHEFFIELD ON RADIO
City Presents Program Over Power
 Company nroadcaSter

SHEFFIELD, Ala. April 2S.-(Spe- ciaL)-The local radio receiving sta tons in Sheffield, several in mum her. were the eenters of attraction last night when Sheffield program was broadcasted by Sheffield talent from Birmingham. The people of Sheffield appreciate the opportunity of placing their city before the radio fans of the country
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
GRAVES DECORATED

Memorial services of the Fayette chapter of U. D. c. were conducted at the court he use Thursday after noon, with Congressman w E. Bank head, orator. Music was furnished by the Fayette concert band. Fol
 lowing these services came the deco ration of the graves of the Confed- crate soldiers in the city cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
RURAL sCHCoLs SUCCESSFUL

According to the statement 1ssued by the county superintendent of ed- ucation, w. Y. Fleming, the rural schools of Lee county completed Fri day one of the most satisfactory school years in the history of the county. The schools ran eight months and the success of the school year is due to the capable teaching force employed and it is planned by the county board of education to main- tain the rural schools on a high plane of efficiency next year. Forty-eight students successfully passed the county seventh grade examination.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
STRAWBERRIES COMING ON

The strawberry crop. which is quite tarded by the late cold, but as a re- suit of few warm days the fields are white with blossoms and great crop is expected from them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
BAPTISTS TO CELEBRATE
Fayette County Association Meets
 At nankstOn

FAYETTE. Ala. April 2S.-(spe- claL)-Ihe Fayette County Baptist association will enjoy an all day meeting at Bankston today. Rep resentatives from all churches of the association are expected to be in at- tendance. Rev. r. Wilson will make a talk on the history of the associa- tion. There will be other talks of an interesting and instructive nature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
COMMERCE CLUB ELECTS

The Commerce Club met this week and chose their officers for the com ing year. For president Jesse c. Hearn, Roanoke. was elected, for vice-president, Russell King Alexan- der City, for secretary, Jack Colley, Alexander City, for treasurer, Peter Pitts, Huntsville, for press agent. Sam Silverman, Talladega, and for sergeant at arms, J. M. Bell. An niSton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
"THE OLD ORDER CHANGETH-

Fifteen years ago when the county high school first opened its doors in Cullman county, there were 14 people In the schools of the county prepared to enter high school. There were about five graduates of an academic course in an accredited college or university living In the county. This year there are 363 studepts in the four grades of the county high school. There are 10 or 12 other schools in the county doing some high school work, and 63 seniors will complete the high school course in May. Trained leaders for all professions are rapidly being furnished as high school graduates of the past several years come back to Cullman from college and university ready for ef- fective work in their chosen lines.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ONEONTA CONNECTED
Telegraph Wire From Gadsden Nov
 Complete

ONEONTA, Ala. April 2s.-(Spe- ciaL)-After two years and six months without telegraph communi- cation with the outside world. One onta is again on the map. J. s. Fend- ley, Jr., has just completed an inde- pendent telegraph line from Oneonta to Gadsden, connecting with the Western Union Telegraph company at Gadsden. and is now ready to receive and transmit telegrams both from Oneonta and Altoona.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ENTERT\IN HALL pIAyrus

The members of the Simpson High school baseball team and the mem bers of the local team were enter tained with o'clock dinner last night at the Chamber of Commerce by the Literary club girls
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
TEACHER EMPLOYED

Birmingham-SOu SOuthcrn Man Will
 Teach At Haleyville
 HALEYVILLE, Ala, April 2S.- Especial. )-Henry w. Dark, World war veteran of Alexander City. a graduate of the Birmingham South ern college, has been retained to teach physics and coach athletics at the HaleyVille High school.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ROAD WORK BEGINS
GOrd0 Church Let's Contract For New
 House Of Worship

GORDO. Ala, April 2S.-(Special) The people of this section and throughout Pickens county are elated over the coming of contractors which mean state highway through the county In the near future. The coming of the highway will mean great impetus in road building in this section. Lateral roads with gravel surfaces are being constructed in various parts of the county
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29

Goodwater is to be the distributing g point for Woco-Pep. and there is al ready under construction place near the depot for this purpose. and three large tanks have already been delivered on the ground and others are to follow. Already tanks equi- valent to 50.o00 gallons have been unloaded.
 This fuel will be furnished from Goodwater to Ashland. Linevlle, Alexander City, Sylacauga. Rock ford and other points.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
PORT BONDS UNDECIDED

MONTGOMERY, Ala, April 2S- The supreme court is still in weekly sessions with the Mobile port amend ment question yet untouched, off cials of the body announce, and with no likelihood of taking the question up for some time
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29

A farmer near Simcoe had Just fin ished job of terracing on his farm when the tornado came along last week. His ground now looks as though the whole state road force had been at work on 1t. It is rolled out smooth and firm, ready for a land scape artist to go to work,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
COLLEGE CAME SCHEDULED

MONTGOMERY, Ala. April 2S- The first appearance of the Univer- sity of North Carolina baseball team in this section in years is scheduled Tor the next fortnight when the Uni- versity of Alabama meets them in a game at Cramton bowl here
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
MIGNoN WINS FIELD EVENTS

The field day exercises which were rained out on two previous occasions were held here Tuesday afternoon and resulted In Mignon making 19 points, Walso ? and Sylacauga l. The morning exercises were not held The Sycamore school did not send it's team. as the school had closed in the meantime.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ERECT GAS STATION

The burglary was committed b, breaking a large pane of glass.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
RED CROSS WORKER RESIGNS

Mrs Florence McCrossn, who has been serving as secretary of the Red Cross work in Anniston during the past few months, has resi- ned and will return to Birmingham Sat- urday. She has been succeeded here by Miss Marie .cott of Atlanta. Miss McCrossin will go from Birmingham to Europs in about a month for an extended tour and expects to return to her home in the fall. L. c. Pearce, an experienced Red Cross worker, has arrived in the city from Atlanta and opened up office headquarters at Camp CcClellan on Saturday.
 STILL DESTROYED
 Sheriff Lang of St. Clair county and State Officer John H. Draper of this city ra ded and destroyed an % gallon copper still in that county Friday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
ENGINEERS ELECT

The American Association of En- gineers at the University met this week and chose as their officer for the following year the following students: President. Clebert Farabee vice president Elmer Dany. secretary J. A. Zoble.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
TWIN CHILDREN AT. SYLACAUCA DIE OF. PT0MA|NE POISON
Bids For New Agricultural School Called = Mignon
 Cops Field Day Prizes

SYLACAUGA, Ala, April 2s.-espe- cial.)- sad event occurred here this week when the twin children of MT. and Mrs. E. l.. Edwards died of pto- maine poison. They were years old and named Florence and Fred. The older brother, Clarence. was also att tackled, but has recovered. The ehil- drfen were taken ill suddenly Mon- day and one died Tuesday morning at D o'clock, and the other died at noon. They were buried the follow ing day at the Conner cemetery.
 OIL MANAGER HURT
 Capt w. A. Burns, manager of the local plant of tine Southern Cotton oil company, suffered a slight injury when his car s<idded into ditch or North Williams street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
BANKHEAD SPEAKS

Congressman w. B. Bankhead de- livered the principal oration Thurs day at the annual memorial exer- cises at the count house. An impress Sive program was given
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
MEASLES EPIDENIC

There Is genuine epidemic of measles here and It does not prom ise to subside. Several deaths have been reported as d result of com plications.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
CLASS ENTERTAINED

The members of Mrs. L. c. Sturdi wants sunday school class, with thei husbands, were entertained at tht Methodist parsonage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
COMMENCEMENT NEAn

Plans for the commencement exer- cises of the DeKalb County High school have been practically com pleted. The senior class play. "Dust Of the Earth" will be given June l.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
CROP NOT YET pLANTEn

The recent rains have so retarded the farmers in their work that they have been able to plant but very little corn or cC tton
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29

The commencement of the Daviston high school begins Sunday with the commencement sermon, which is to be delivered by Dr. Arnold s. Smith pastor of the First Baptist church. The baccalaureate address will be de- livered Monday by J. Sanford Mullins. also of Alexander City.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
IS TENNIS CHAMPION

John B. Robertson of Mobile de- feated Santo s. Ruberia also Of Mo- bile in the annual spring tennis con test at which time a loving cup is awarded by Chas. Black & Co. Rob- ertson has defeated many of the best tennis players in the university.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
SCHOOL PRESENTS PLAY

The college commencement play. The Dust of the Earth was given In the auditorium Friday night with good castle and splendid attend ance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-29
MRS. HODGES BACKED
Woman Urged For County Superix
 tendent Of Education

Woman Urged For County Superin-
 tendent Of Education
 TUSCUMBIA, Ala, April 28.- Mrs. Susan P. Hodges, for several years assistant to County Superin- .tendent of Education Mckee. is be- ing mentioned here as candidate to succeed to that office. The Colbert County Reporter indorsing Mrs. Hodges this week stated: Women are serving in this capacity in more than one county in Alabama and there is no reason why woman could not serve with satisfaction and distinction in Colbert"