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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Noyx Cashinr In

(riorence Daily News)
 The man who put out cover crop in October now should have a line pasture for his cows at any time that the ground is dry enough to turn them on. He will begin already to cash in on the invest ment he made in work, seed and fertilizer. COW on a good rye pasture will give about double the quantity of milk that she will on dry feed at this season of tho year. And the product will be of a better quality. If butter is the objective, the green feed will make even more difference, for 1t will give the product perfume and coloring that will make it much more desirable than that pro- duced on roughage and concen- trates alone.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Using It For Votes


 If action is not obtained on Muscle Shoals before the primaries it Is safe bet that there will be no action after then. The Repub- licans are using the shoals for everything they can; they are try ing to show the farmer they are for the Ford offer or the develop ment of the shoals for the manu- facture of fertilizer. because they want the farmers vote. But if they can make prospects look bright for the farmer and at the same time delay action until they get off of the rubbery ice, they not only will retain their offices, but they will continue receiving that support for tho Grand Old Party" which is so essential to it's ''tinAA- cial" success.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
OUR POLICE SITUATION


 and more concerted action between the civil service commission and the department of public safety is dis closed by the annual report of the former body criticising the police de- partment, and by the attitude of Com missioner of Public Safety Cloe, to- wards that report. The two organiza- tions are designed to work together for tho public protection. Indeed, the primary purpose of the board is to create increased efficiency in the po- lice and fire depertments. Hence the importance of the highest possible spirit of cooperation between the board and the department The boards report and the criticisms of Commissioner Cloe indicate that there is an absence of that concerted de- sire for team work which Is essential for efficiency.
 The civil service board took the po- sition that there is no urgent neces- sity for additional men on the police force, but that there is need for well equipped, thoroughly trained men in police work, and for discipline and or ganization, arguing that this would result in effective service. The latter part of the contention is sustained by experience not only in the public service, but in every field of endeavor. The better equipped and trained the men the greater the efficiency. Com missioner Cloe, upon second thought, will doubtless admit this, regardless of the size of the force. There are effi- cient men on the Birmingham police force, but surely nobody will assert that they have reached their limits of efficiency. Indeed, there must be many officers whom wise training would greatly improve.
 On the other hand, the overwhelm- ing majority of the citizens are con vinced that MT. Cloe is right in say ing that more men are needed on the police force. Tn view of Birming han1's exceptionally large territory, and it's comparatively small force, the record for law and order indicates that the people are law abiding, and are cooperating through their conduct and example for law observance. With a police force adequate in size and carefully trained for efficient service, and with proper street lighting in many areas where violations of law are now committed, Birmingham's rec ord in law enforcement would be per ceptibly improved.
 How many additional policemen are needed depends largely on their equip ment and training. While there is a strong and proper sentiment against increasing the force with any purpose of establishing a political machine within the public service, conditions emphasize the need for more police men. Commissioner Cloe's statement that from fifty to one hundred addi- tional men are needed carries so large a margin as to suggest that careful survey has not been made. Atlanta, Memphis, Richmond and Dallas, southern cities in Birmingham's class, all maintain much larger police forces than Birmingham, ranging from forty to eighty per cent larger. It is no longer a question of what this city can afford to do as respects enlarge ment of it's police force, but rather whether it can afford not to do what is necessary both in the way of ad- ditional men and along the lines of more efficient training.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Limited by Conscience

VbOSCOn ITdNSCTlpIJ Mrs. Naggs (after visiting neigh bor): "Mr. Nexdore's salary is s6.000 a year"
 Husband: "Indeed"'
 Mrs. Naggs: "Yes, and I'd like to know why I shouldn't be able to say the same for you"
 Husand: Simply because you are more truthful than your neigh bors"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Expressed His Thank.

NIaIIadega Daily HOme1
 Johnny's stocking was too small. Sister wouldn't loan him one of hers. So Johnny hung his over the coal scuttle. Before day the old man, half asleep, exclaimed: "Thank God. Santa has brought me new ton of coal" as he heard nuts falling into the coal scuttle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Food and Crouch


 Lack of food when you are ac- customed to having it inclines to make one irritable, fussy. ner- vous. That's what physicians say. and many people have discovered the fact without asking the doctor. When irritable and a bit quarrel- some, try eating something. As soon as the cravings of the stom- ach are satisfied, comes relaxa- tion and peace with the world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
should Know Alabama

(Oneonta Southern Democrat)
 We need to know the opportuni- ties in Alabama and we need to know how to use them. An edu- cation along this line will do more for the advancement and happiness of citizenship than any other one thing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
PEOPLES FORUM
"MY CHRISTMAS GIFTv

TO the Edltor or The Age Herald. :. For many years in the early part of my ministerial life, I was intimately associated with Rev. R. T. Bentley, as a co-laborer in the work of the ministery in the North Alabama Conference. Re- gently, I received the following poem as my Christmas gift The poem is so sweet, so wise in the genius of it's conception and so meets it's counterpart in our hearts, that I want others to share in reading this brilliant poem. Rev. R. T. Bentley Is the author of "Forest-field," a picture of the condition of the old south after the Civil war, "In Memoriam,' a volume of poems, dedicated to his mother, and other works. He has now in manuscript ''The Land of Avilion," story of the ideal life. He is also a contestant for the "Bok prize" He is one of the best writers of Alabama and his books are very wholesome in their influence. An effort Is now being made to put his books in our city library. J. T. MILLER. Birmingham, Ala, Dec. 29, 1923. FAREWELL, OLD YEAR" Farewell, Old Year; the journeys
 done. No more shall sink the vernal sun Ger forests green, to mark the
 day When flowers bloomed along the
 way. I listen now, and think I hear The children say: Farewell, Old
 Year" Some spirits who may wing their
 flight Up through the springtime's rosey
 light. Farewell, Old Year; thy toll has
 passed. No more shall rise the furious
 blast Of summer storm, or lightning
 trace The frowning anger of thy face. I listen now-and think I hear, The youthful say: Farewell, Old
 Year." Some who. perhaps, may sleep be-
 meath A summer mornings dewy heath. Farewell. Old Year; thy life is
 OCT; The autumn leaves shall fade no
 more, Nor flame in beauty from thy
 woods. Nor rustic in they solitudes. listen now-and think I hear Some older say, Farewell, Old
 Year." Who, like the flowers, may close
 their eyes In sleep beneath the sombre skies. Farewell, Old Year; for thou art
 old; Thy hands and feet are growing
 cold. No wintry winds again shall Across thy snowdrifts white and
 deep. I listen now-and think I hear Ths aged say: Farewell, Old
 Year" Who soon may pass, as the bird
 that flies In search of some more genial
 skies.
 Robert Thompson Bentley. Meridianville, Ala, December 25, 1923.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
How sects Grow

Probably many religious sects rest on just as trivial differences in belief. Two men, prominent in church work. were travelling through a sparsely. settled commu- nifty when they noticed two churches immediately opposite each other. Stopping native boy they inquired why there were two churches for so few people.
 Well, it's like this,'' he replied. 'The church members on the right believe that Eve tempted Adam. the ones on the right believe that Adam. was rascal from the be- Einning."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Imp of the Perverse

(Kansas City Star)
 It being generally agreed that suspenders are more healthful than the belt. more comfortable and more efficient in the task which they are designed to per form, nearly everybody wears the belt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
The Use of Knowledge

(AndaluSia Star)
 We have about come to the con clusion that it is not so much lack of knowledge that keeps the people from prospering. It is more lack of will power to make the best use of the knowledge they possess.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Her Streets a Credit

lDOIhan EaSIeJ
 Dothan gets more favorable mention about it's paved streets than anything else, and 1t de- serves the good things so said, for the streets are credit to any city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
THE ALABAMA PRESS
Greek and Football
(Onelika Newsl

A professor of Greek gets about $3,000 year. A good football coach gets about s10,000. How ever, no one ever knew of 25,000 people risking pneumonia to cheer & Greek professor at recitation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Feminine Finance

(New York Sun and Globe)
 Mrs. Crawford: My husband means well, but he's an old fogy." Mrs. Crabshaw: That's the way with mine. He bought cheap car when with the same money he could have paid an installment on an expensive one"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Then He Is Ugly

(New York Herald) Flames twenty three feet long leap from the body of an Italian medium. He looks as hooch drinker feels.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Time to Do Something

VII fNtlts V 4NN " SJ
 As soon as the United States senate has smashed it's Christmas toys, eaten it's Christmas candy and got over it's stomach aches. it might get ready to organize and prepare to transact the countrys business.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
BECAUSE THEY WANT TO

A thoughtful comment in Mis- souri newspaper recently complained of habit among international Ameri- cans of manifesting precipitate read mess to take the part of almost any other country against their own, to believe in she justice of any other cause not that of their countrymen, and to discredit the motives of the American government. It is not un- common for them to assume such an attitude without any knowledge of the facts, and without making serious ef- fort to ascertain the facts. Let an issue be raised between the welfare of this country and that of some Flu ropean nation, and these international Americans usually take their positions in favor of the latter.
 Unfortunately this situation is not confined to unofficial circles. It fre- quently crops out in the nations law making body. When Secretary Hughes recently made public his statement that, at the time the Russian soviets were bidding for American recogni- ton, they were undertaking to spread revolutionary propaganda in this coun- try, the statement was openly chal- lenged by Senator Norris. Secretary Hughes is a painstaking official who does not make statements of such se- rfous import without having facts upon which to base them. Yet Senator Norris, when questioned by colleagues, admitted that he possessed no facts to support his criticism, had no idea where, when or how the evidence upon which the department of justice based it's charges was obtained, and demon strated that he was ignorant of the situation, as shown in the following:
 Senator Shortridge-Has the
 so-called government of Russia
 disavowed that statement?
 Senator Norris-Not that I
 know of.
 Senator Shortridge-Does the
 senator deny that it has been
 issued?
 Senator Norris-I do not know
 anything about it.
 Senator Shortridge-Why dis
 cuss it then?
 Senator Norris - Because I
 want to.
 The international American who as- sumes that other countries are right and that his own is wrong is probably contented with no better reason for so expressing himself. It is quite common for some Americans to cham pion or defend pretty much any in- stitution or situation so long as it af- fects the interests or fits in with the schemes of some other country than their own. Such spirit and attitude do not appeal to the patriotic Ameri- can citizen who is at least ready to give his country the benefit of the doubt.
 It makes no difference with those who act that way because they want to that the facts are against them. It is even possible that proofs on the other side would not seriously impress them. Since Senator Norris said that he based his criticism on no firmer ground than "because I want to-" the text of soma of the documents in the secre- tary's possession, which show the close utilization between the Russian soviet government and the communist inter- nationale, has been made public. Even that may have no effect on people like Senator Norris, who admit that they know nothing about the situation, but who challenge statements made on behalf of their own country because they want to.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Quitc Effective

Gouisville Courier-J ournaD It has been indicated to Luden- dorff that he must stop talking. A drumhead court martial would have been an effective silencer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Not to Be Overlooked

(hanSaS City Starr
 A war department official says nine telegrams are all that are necessary to mobilize the United States for war. It is hoped he hasn't overlooked the four minute men in his list of telegrams.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The late George J. Gould's estate is reported to have shrunk thilty-five million dollars in seven months. Few estates could survive such test.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Just a Suggestion

(Columbia State) In rejoicing over the alliance with Ford, President Coolidge must have his eye on machine" politics
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

A contemporary insists thst serious trouble is brewing in Mexico. Per- haps that accounts for so much foam ing at the mouth.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

It E reported that hundreds of doz- ems of eggs were used in the recent British elections. Even some of the hard-boiled candidates got raw deals.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
THE PARAGRAPHERS
That's the Rule

(Florida Times-Union>
 Frank Kellogg will arrive in London soon and will begin com plaining that his official salary is not large enough to pay h.s house rent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

It seems strange that anyone should express surprise at the Mexican revo- lution. It has been the national cus- tom for generations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Those congressman who oppose "nuisance taxes" must be trying to be everything to everybody; most people regard all taxes as nuisance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The sort of friendship which is tagged with dollar-mark is not worth the price.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Place to Keep Fit
" ashington Post)

(Washington Post) Sergeant Woodfill, world war hero, has been retired from the army. but heNwill live in Kentucky and thus keep fit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

A good many congressman are all ready considering what to do to, in stead of with, the government surplus.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
IT WILL WORK
(Savannah News)

Speaking of insanity-soak enough of the present style booze and the best of them will go crazy enough to kill anybody.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

With good many people, recover ing from the effects of Christmas is an even bigger job than preparing for it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Among New Years resolutions is that of the city commission to take up the grade-crossing problem. We'll, the commission wrestled with the grade crossing problem all this year just end ing, and would doubtless be lost with out it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Y The trouble about Safety First" as lesson is that it is usually learned when it is too late.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Young Stribling, according to the press agent, is a vegetarian. Show ing that a boxer does not care what his press agent calls him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

his presidential aspirations. Such 5 cisions ottoa proys w1se ir tae Ag run, even for long-winded men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Akron, Ohio, is experimenting in paving made of rubber. This should afford additional elasticity of step for pedestrians when auto speeders come along.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The best known tonic for the con- science is honesty oi purpose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The Fihpinos seem to show symp- toms | learning politics faster than thes do the school rudiments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

It seems that they are manufactur- ing gold in Germany almost as fast as they are propaganda.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

False modesty usually wears itself out after failing to generate praise.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Freddie Welsh, as we reeollect, was also a vegetarian, except when con. fronted with a steak.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Some people kill time so fast that they can't find any in which to bury the past.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Often the woman who is dressed to kill has some tragic purpose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
Fundamentalism!

I take it that John Hoyle, the Cor nell rowing coach, is fundamentalist. At least, his crew will row according to Hoyle.-D. D. s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
ANOTHER GOOD WAY

(San Francisco ChrOnicle) Another good way to savS is to make more money than you<can conveniently spend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
A Modernist

Twas the night before Christmas.
 My child placed his finger on the steam radiator and jerked it away painfully.
 "What's the big idea, son?" I asked him as he sat ruminating.
 Huh" he huhed. If Santa Claus ever tries to climb down that hot steampipe he's outa luck.-The Duke.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The average man dose not boil down his conversation when he is hot.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
APPRECIATE NEW. SERVICE

To the Editor of The Age Herald: Mrs. Smyer and I wish to thank you for the kindness shown by you In keeping our friends ad- vised through the medium of your paper of her condition and recov- cry from the serious accident which befell her recently.
 SHUFORD B. SMYER.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
IhRzSs6IsORCEP .@ BE APER.

We believe that the board of l'eve- nue ought to raffle off the old court house site so that everybody will have chance to get it for nothing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

An exchange says that it is just as we'll that Senator Watson has given up
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

This is the last day of the Old Year, but everybody was expecting it, so why mourn?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31
$ SMh A55al IA ANNATIONAL 0 CAPITAL

Joe Humility, who Is very good politician, contends that 1t is highly important that the Demo- crats nominate candidate who looks like president.
 He contends that MT. Harding In 1920 obtained many votes sim ply because he was one of the handsomest of men, whereas Gov ernor Cox was of only ordinary appearance.
 There must be something in Tu- multy's argument. For the Re- publicans are preparing to im- press the country with the idea that whereas their candidate, MT. Coolidge, is not handsome, or prepossessing, he has the distin- gushing traits of an Abraham Lincoln.
 Of course, 1t is far-fetched. Coolidge Is superior in appear ance to Lincoln just as he is in- ferior in appesrance to practically every other man who has aspired to the presidency.
 But Republican newspapers are carrying the story, and the fellow way back home may believe it. And believing they will vote, sub consciously, for another Lincoln.
 Coolidge has nothing In common with Lincoln. Lincoln was a Southerner with a big, kindly, sympathetic heart. Coolidge is a New Englander. and his heart is cold.
 Lincoln was easily moved to tears. No one could imagine Cool idge under any emotion.
 But the Republicans might get away with the story.
 They are going to attempt it. at any rate, and to further their scheme, will keep their candidate at home all during the campaign
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Probably a year from now the com- mission will be resolving to take up the grade-crossing problem in 1925. There is nothing like having hobby.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The trouble with hobby for an ac- tive man, however, is that he has to do so much riding without getting any where. Mebbe that's why the com mission likes it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Holiday Grid Battles Excite Fans on Coast"
 Showing how easy it is to excite fans on coast.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

The board does wrong in showing it's present partiality, and secrecy. If they are going to give public property away, they ought to make public celebration out of it-even barbe- cue-inasmuch as that appears the most the public will get out of it.
 At a barbecue, however, it does make some difference whose OK is roasted.
 Or, shall we say, whose goose is cooked.
 One Felix Grange makes the All French billiard team, showing that there is something in name.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

We suspect that there will be some who will stay up until midnight to- night. And we suspect that there will be some who stay up who won't rec- ognize midnight when it comes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

"Blind drunk" means more than it ..s1@ ito mean.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Lincoln was easily moved to tears. No one could imagine Cool idge under any emotion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-31

Or, shall we say, whose goose is
Evening star., 1923-05-16
LEST WE FORGET.

the slopes of Arlington and other ceneres In
Washington 10000 soldiers Sleep
This graves will unmarked their deeds
unless Washington responds to appeal
a appeal shortly The Grand Army Of the
Republic organizations in Washington
hbted making their annual solicitations in the
with which bear the Of placing
Decoration American flag and flower the head
holding
ercses in each where rest the soldier dead
These appeal through The Evening STAR which
and acknowledge contributions Send something
matter how small Mail today and designate "Decoraon Day
Fund-The Evening Star"
Evening star., 1923-05-16

ciate statistician. at $2,400 q year,
bureau Of education, Department Of
the Interior. Probation officer, Juve-
nile Court OF the District Of Colum-
bia, at $1,000 to $1,000 q year. Music
teacher, Indian service. at $760 a year
and quarters. heat and light free and
meals at cost. Reconstruction aid
(occupational therapy). at $3.50 to
$500 a year; reconstruction pupil
aid (occupational therapy). at $1,000
throughout the United States. Recon-
struction aid (physiotherapyl, pub
Evening star., 1923-05-16

s2,s00 to $4,000 year: associate
Iechnologist, at $4,000 to $2,S00 =
year; assistant technologist, at $500
10 $4,000 year. bureau OF standards.
department Of Commerce. Highway
bridge engineer. bureau OF public
roads. Department Of Agriculture, for
duty in the field, at s2,400 to $500 q
year. Apprentice fsh culturist, bu-
=reau of fisheries, Department Of
Commerce. at $500 a year for duty in
the continental United States, and at
$500 a year for duty in Alaska.
.Statistician, at $1,000 a year; asso-