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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
MARRIAGE LICENSES

But three couples secured marriage licenses at the office of the judge of probate Wednesday,. They are: James Barnett, 26 years old, and Miss Loney Bruner, IS; Benjamin H. Head, 52 years old, and Miss Hattie Mae Barnes. 30, and Robert J. Cartwri ght, 39, and Miss Eunice Harris, 22.
 Marriage licenses were issued to 366 couples in Jefferson county dur ing the month of January, according to figures obtained Wednesday from the probate office. Of this number, 142 were issued to white persons and PA to negroes. These figures repre- sent considerable decrease from those of the preceding month, there having been 551 issued in December.
 Investigation showed that the average age of the men who applied for licenses was 2S, and that of the women 23 F. The average age of the negroes was 27, as against an aver age of 241s for the whites. Ages, as shown on the register, ranged from F to 53.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
REALTY TRANSFERS

An s1S,OOo deal involving 52O square feet of property was the lead ing real estate deal of the day as shown by the conveyances filed for record Wednesday in the office of the judge of probate. Other transfers were: l.. S. Schuessler to Earl Cline, three lots. s1,5OO; Margaret Thornton, administratrix. to Lula and Augusta Morris, one lot, consideration not stated; F. c. Payne to F. M. Payne, one lot, s1O0; Albert F. Holmes to Minnie M. Lutz, one lot, s10; Leeds Improvement company to l. l.. Cooper, one lot, S20O Leeds Improve ment company to l. L. Cooper, one lot, $175, and Leeds Improvement com pany to I. l.. Cooper, one lot. $50.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
FORBES MAY RESIGN

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31.-Possible changes in the veterans bureau were discussed informally in some admin istration circles today. but whether these might include the resignation and appointment of a successor to Colonel Charles R. Forbes. director of the bureau, who is now on his way to Europe, for brief rest. was not indicated officially.
 Reports that the resignation of Colonel Forbes might be expected soon were given some weight be- cause of the state of his health and because of opposition to his continu ing in charge of the bureau voiced for sometime by the American Le- zion and other veterans organiza tons.
 Among possible successors to Col onel Forbes mentioned in the event of his resignation is Colonel Thomas w. Miller, the alien property eus- todian, who is veteran of the World war. It is understood. however. that he might not consider such an ap- pointment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
ANNnuNcENlENTs

The ladies of Ensley commandery. No. 36, Knights Templar, will hold their regular monthly meeting Thurs day afternoon at 2:30 o'clock in the parlors of the Masonic temple, with Mrs. T. R. Ponder as hostess.
 The Loyal Womans Bible class of the First Christian church will hoi1 their monthly all-day session Thurs day in the basement of the church. doing quilting and sewing. A box luncheon will be served at noon. All women of the church are invited te attend.
 The teachers and officers of the junior department of the Sunday school of the First Baptist church will be entertained in the parlors of the old pastorium Thursday evening by Miss Ruth Davis, superintendent of the department and Mcqueen Nor riSon, assistant superintendent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
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PRESENTS STEEL CASE

CHICAGO, Jan. 91,-Presentation of the United States Steel corpora tion defense in the Pittsburg plus case will be resumed tomorrow with Alfred V. Winter, statistician of the Illinois Steel company, corporation subsidiary 10 years ago, about price variations in contracts over period of IA years.
 flying and examining the thousands of contracts offered in evidence by the defense.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
LAST CALL FOR POLL TAX

With 595 people who paid their ;, poll tax for 1922 and 40 persons pay ing their back poll tax, Sim Rush, .niark of the Ensley inferior court, is expecting very busy day Thurs 7 day, as it is. the last day in which to pay poll tax for 1922. Over 500 citizens paid their poll tax last year and it is expected that there will be little difference this year.
 The poll tax receipt book will re- main open at the inferior court room until , o'clock Thursday afternoon and from 6 o'clock until a late hour 5 sTbu rsday night Clerk Rush will be at Berney's Drug store in order that .those having to work during the day will have an opportunity to pay their
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
OFFERS GLIDER PRIZE

CHICAGO, Jan. 31.-A $5.000 trophy to be awarded annually to the win ner of a glider contest has been of fered by Captain Eddie V. Ricken- packer. flying ace. as a stimulant to experiments with gliders, he an nounced today.
 The trophy is open to contestants throughout the world but the con test is to be held in America under rules similar to those governing the Pulitzer airplane trophy and each entrant is required to use glider of his own construction or design.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
CLUE CALENDAR

Thread of the Story club, Thurs day afternoons Mrs. A. N. Duncan. 2s05 Nineteenth avenue, hostess.
 Pleasant Hour club, Thursday aft ernoon: Mrs. C. J. Wingfield 2319 Hawthorne avenue. hostess.
 Chrysolite club, Friday 10 o'clock, spend -the-day observance of Baby Day; Mrs. J. L. Smith, 24o6 Avenue F, hostess.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
MINER INJURED BY FALL OF ROCK AT EMPIRE MINES

E. B. Evans, 40. resident of Empire, Ala, was taken to the Birmingham General hospital. Wednesday night, suffering from a severely injured hip sustained from a fall of rock in the mines, in Empire, where he was at work. Wednesday afternoon. At tending physicians stated that an X-ray picture would be necessary to determine the extent of his injuries. He was reported resting fairly easy late Wednesday night.
 The accident occurred when a large portion of rock, in the roof of the mine shaft became loosened and fell, striking Evans glancing blow as it fell to the shaft flooring.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
RELY MAY RESIGN

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31-Gov. E. Mont Reilly of Porto Rico said today he would resign if his health did not show decided improvement. He expects to consult with Dr. c. E. Sawyer. personal physician to Presi- dent Harding
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
UNION MEN MIN

CHICAGO, Jan. 31. - The eight hour day, one of the working rules requested by the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen in their hearing for new wages and working rules was granted them by the railroad labor board in decision issued today.
 This decision is the result of a hearing before the board when the signalmen reconsdered their strike vote. taken with the shopmen last summer after reduction in wages be- came effective July l and took their case back to the board
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
nEEICERS ELECTED

The annual election of officers of the Woman's Missionary society Of .the Epsley Highlands Presbyterian church were elected at recent meet ] ing held at the home of Mrs. J. p. Reese on Twenty fifth street, at which time the following were elect ed Mrs. R. S Hickman, president; Mrs. J. H. Flautte, vice president; Mrs J. A. Dupuy, secretary; Mrs. ses.i .E. Ransom, treasurer.
 Mir. and Mrs. I. M. Barton received telegram Wednesday morning bearing the news of the death of Mrs. Mollie Lindsey at her home at Headland on Tuesday. Mrs. Lindsey has quite a number of friends in
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
MRS uAssLER HosTEss

:. \ Mir. and Mrs. Kay HaSSIer enter tained the members of their bridge club Tuesday evening at their home on Pike avenue The tables were s s.centered with vases of jonquils and slduring the games bon bons were passed The ladies prize for the ; ghest score, pottery vase, was won by Mrs. T. A. Neville, while the mems prize, deck of gilt edge cards, was won by MT. Melville. At : the close of the game salad plate with coffee was served.
 Those present were MT. and Mrs. i W.a H. Hill, MT. and Mrs. Al Day, Mir. and Mrs. T. A. Melville. Mir. i and Mrs. Heidt Alman, Miss Alice Meyers. Miss Grace Hassler, Mrs. Hugh B. Craig, Wallace Dorman and
 B. B. Moore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
WORLD DAiRYMEN TO MEET

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31.-The world dairy congress, to which President Harding has invited all nations to send official representatives, will be held here October 2 to 5, H. E. Van Norman, president of the Worlds Dairy Congress association, an- nounced today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
ENsLEY BUREAU

Persons desiring to get in touch with the Ensley bureau Age -Heraii correspondent will please phone Mrs. Harold Mandy, Ensley 460-W. The circulation department of the Ensley bureau is at S09is Nineteenth street, Room f.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
Used Car Dealers Are Talking You n These Columns
ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOST AND FOUND

LOST-Large tarpaulin; was left at 18th St. and Sd Ave. Sunday morning. Finder please call Circulation Man ager, The Age-Herald. Phone Main 4900, and receive re- ward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
TWO WEN CHARGED VI II H STEAL ING AUTO AT ENSLEy \
pr. Wynn Elected President of Laymen's Club Poll Tax Books Open Until
 Late Hour
ENSLEY BUREAU I THE AGE-HERALD ! Ensley, Ala, Jan. 3I

Carl Hays of Ensley and George sohaffer of Pratt City were arrest ed and locked up in the Enslsy jail Tuesday night on charge of steal ing Ford automobile belonging to l.. A. Thompson of Mulga. The men were transferred to the county jail Wednesday morning on warrant charging larceny. It is stated that the Ford was parked in front of an Ensley picture show Tuesday night about S:30 o'clock and when Thomp- son came out of the show at 9:SO o'clock his car was gone and he re- ported the matter to the Ensley po- lice department.
 Early Wednesday morning, about , o'clock, Captain Tom English ana Motor Scout Marvin Eddins of the local police department while scout ing around, ran across the car in Pratt City. and according to the off eers they had to chase the car to East Thomas before they were able to overtake it. In the car with tney men were two women. Ruth HIeulley of 20315 Second avenue, Bes- semer and Annie Reed of S2S12 Nine teenth street, Birmingham, who were taken to Ensley, but were later re- leased.
 According to a statement of Hays, he claims that he had bought the car from someone Tuesday after noon and Schaffer claims that Hays picked him up in Pratt City and he knew nothing about the car being stolen,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

The members of the Yellow Jacket football team of the Ensley High school received their new sweaters Wednesday morning for the past sea- son. The team is composed of the following players: Zach Walker, John English, Preston Hassler, Lester Springs, Paul Freeman, Harold Tinllepaugh, Victor Harwood, Dewey Vines, Curtis Lowery. Bryan Fair cloth. Davis Barnett. Raymond Hardie, Hubert Lavies, John vowell, Raymond Fayet and Andrew Hulsey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
CHOIR ENTERTAINED

Miss Ellen Dupuy entertained the members of the choir of the Ensley Highlands Presbyterian church at a buffet supper at her home on Ensley Highlands Tuesday night. The table was centered with large silver basket of red roses setting on lace center piece. Silver candlesticks with red candles and red hearts also deco rated the table. Red and white hints also carried out the Valentine idea.
 Miss Dupuy was assisted by Mrs. Thomas Watson, who poured coffee, and her mother, Mrs. J. A. Dupuy. Among those who enjoyed this de- lightful affair were: MT. and Mrs. .J. w. Holmes, MT. and Mrs. J. 5. Goodman, MT. and Mrs. E. G. Dret- zjer, MT. and Mrs. c Burke, MT. and Gfeye Tate. MT. and Mrs. James Me Iaqghlin, MT. and Mrs. w. 5. h. man, Rev. and Mrs. L. E. Brubaker, Mrs. R. s. Hickman, Miss Norma Hickman, Mrs. Thomas Watson, Miss Orene Lambert, Miss Edna Meyers Mrs. Helen Ritchie, MT. and Mrs. J. H. Cummings, Miss Margaret Wright and Rush Hickman, Jr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
SWEATERS REcEIyED

Ensley who will regret to learn of her death.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
MAJOR FELIX E. BLACKBURN

MAJOR FELIX E. BLACKBURN
 Major Blackburn, judge advo- cate United States army, has been ordered to headquarters Ninth corps area, Presidio, of San Francisco, Cal, for duty on the staff of Maj. Gen. Charles G. Morton, command ing Major Blackburn will be re- membered as one of the prominent lawyers of Birmingham. He en- tered the World war in 1918, where he remained until after the armis- tice. Major Blackburn has made good in the army and his last assign ment is considered a decided pro motion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
DR. WINNIE PRESIDENT

Hs- DIX. W1NNE GhbSiDrNA
 pr. w. II. Wynne was elected president of the Layman club of the First Presbyterian church, which was organized Tuesday night at banquet held at the Ensley Masonic temple, with 53 charter members. Other ot- ficers of the club elected were: C. w Lawrence, first vice president; Will Porteous, second vice president; ". J. Abele. treasurer. and l.. l.. Dail secretary.
 The following committee was ap- pointed to draw up the constitution and bylaws: w. J. Abele, chairman; B. $. Gilbert, A. C. Kicks. N. A. Boyn- ton and S. A. Mckee c. P. Lorenz, a layman of the Vines Street Presby- terian church, was the principal speaker for the evening and spoke on what an organization of this kind could accomplish H. T. Mc- Broom of the South Highlands Pres byterian church also spoke 7n the helpfulness of the club to the church in its social activities.
 Talks were also made by Rev. b. c. Scott. pastor of the church, who acted as toastmaster, Rev. J. H. AK ford of Birmingham, Dr. Wynne and others. coincidence which was brought out at the banquet w@J that pr. Wynne, who was elected the first president of the club, is the only charter member of the Ensley Presbyterian church, which was or ganized in 1898, who is living.
 Every member present Tuesday night joined the club and also pledged that they would attend Sun day school next Sunday morning. A plate luncheon was served by the Womans auxiliary of the church. The next meeting of the club will be held the second Tuesday in February.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

The students of the local high school are highly elated over the Yel- low Jackets victory of IS to II over the fast Woodlawn team. The game was played Tuesday night at the Bir~ mingham Athletic club. The local team also defeated the Central High school team last week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

STEAMED or stolen from our farm near Farmersvile Ala, Lowndes county, Sunday night, white and black spotted pointer bitch; answers to the name of Pat. May come toward Bessemer; S25 reward for return or for information leading to recovery. Notify L. s. Moorer, Phone no and 683 Bessemer or J. D. Hobby, Farmersville Ala.
 FoUND-A small sum of money in North Birmingham which will be returned to the owner by stating kind and probable place of losing same. Address Finder, care Age-Iierald.
 LosT-On Saturday, January 27 one plat inum bar pin either downtown or Ten- nessee Company Hospital. Reward. Mrs. E. L. Burnett. Allison. Ala. MULE-Taken up Tuesday afternoon. small mouse-color horse mule weighs bout 500 pounds. I. c. LeMar. Rose dale Ala Main 25S4-J. LOST-Large sample case containing caps on road, out of auto, between Brook wood and searles. Reward. Main 2sOa or Main 1293.
 LOST-Lady's gold watch Elgin make; initials D. E. J., with thin gold chain attached Phone Ensley 13o4W. Re- ward for return.
 LOST-On 2d Ave. between goth St. and Saks lower part of Art Craft fountain pen reward. Call Main 4O65. LosT-slipper for right foot. size g lost between Bank St. and 10th St. Return 10 216h Church St, Reward
 PERSONALS 5 IF YOU have stomach. kidney or bladder trouble. try drinking Bowden Strings water. If your druggist cannot supply you, order from Bowden Springs Co, Lithia Springs. Ga.
 DANCING-Learn to dance. I will teach you in a short while the latest steps private or class. Main 6572-J.
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 WAFFLE HOUSE Hot waffles at all hours. Good eats for
 less money. Quick service. 21o4 9TH AVE. N. MAIN 12s A REAL SALE-Any suit in the house at S24.50. including finest blue and black serges. Mare Link. 1911 1st Ave.
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 GET IN BUSINESS for yourself; make money by putting out a good remedy. Tested formulas and patent medicines, sort drinks and household remedies fur. nlshed by an expert; terms reasonable. Address DIE. care Age-Herald. INDIVIDUAL and special class lessons n fashionable ball room dancing; overtime devoted to elderly couples private studio. Main S442-J.
 A REAL sALE-Any overcoat in the house at S1s.95. Marc Link, 1911 1st . e1ae.
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 AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE $ 1920 ESSEX ROADSTER Gabriel snubbers; 5 good cord tires; mo tometer; windshield wings. Is mechan- ically 0. k. A bargain on liberal terms. SCOUTEN MOTOR co. 4Os s. 21st St. Main 65 BABY OVERLAND-We have an almost new Baby Overland touring car; a rare bargain, as we have no real use for it will take Ford truck part payment Howard Cleaning Co.,, 10S15 N. goth St. Main 3SS4.
 FOR SALE-Ford sedan. mechanically perfect, good tires; S400. Owner leav- ing city and must sell; answer quick Address R-67, Age Herald. USED CARS-If It's a used car bargain you want. we have it. Pryor Motor Co., 406-S S. Fist St. Main PIT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

MORTGAGE LOANS on cIose-in and suburban dwellings and apartments. centrally located business property in Birmingham and other Alabama cities ot lo,ooo population and more; also service; minimum expense
 JEMISON & CO. Inc z2l N. Fist St.. Birmingham. Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01
FINANCIAL
MORTGAGE LOANS

LOANs-Mortgage loans on city and sur burban property. A. K. Dearborn x Co.,, 30f-3-4 Jefferson County Bank Bldg. Main 11t3
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

FIRST MORTGAGE-S50 upon property
 in Jefferson county; mortgages bought.
 S. E. Thompson. S09 Title Gurantee
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

on improved real estate in
 Birmingham, 6 and per cent. Title
 Guarantee Loaf, and Trust Co.,. Title
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-02-01

WANTED AT ONCE-Man living in North Birmingham to carry The Age-Herald. Apply to J. H. Britain, Age Herald Office.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1923-12-17
AT II p. NJ.
This Woman Driver Found Seattle's
Cops on the Job! Yes, Very Much So
EpIroR THE STAR.

LNDiToR THE STAR:
IL Who tho police that they
Now throw this In the waste
basket without reading didn't tho place
by me would lkc to
have listen That well the OF tho law
is waving
The other night had returning at 1ib
My homoward journey takes lonesome boulevard and
usual dakoncd tho side OF tho
road Most OF them peng parties but sometimes
have felt bit thinking that individuals sinister
than lovers might BIO lurking when what evidently
police prowcr throwing spotlight into two or them
proved that daughter OF Eve stopped to watch develop
ments There weren't particularly started
To the police other parked and
following mel didn't behaved myself
beautifully keeping down tho limit sticking TO
oogaoogains unt drew the side OF tho road to await
fate
Really. relieved they actually
honord think hold
party going,
and when told him where that what
doing
pcous for the highway meekly told him that
II didn't license
tho while the other No.
finding concealed bootleg whisky permitted to
proceed Journey
always that husband
arriving home
II all could do burning
headquarters his opinion OF them couldn't him with
ALL telling knowing don't with
at least will laugh thankful
such efficient police MRS MABELLE BARTHOLOMEW,
65aS aist Ave. N. H.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1923-12-17
EAR PA|NED;
KILLED SELF
Writer'S Wife Left Note Of
Cheer Before Act
ny RAY q. MARSHALL
tuni,sd Press staff corrsspondsnI


PEkfS. Doc. ia few hours be.
fore ahe ended her life at Haiphong.
Mrs. Rupert Hughes. vito OF the die.
unguished American novelist and
playwright. cabled to friends here:
Everything terrible has happened
TO mo. Now am suffering from in.
tense pain in ono ear. But may
feel better when reach the jungle
ruins. chcrrio."
Tho Cable was sent Friday. the
Same day Mrs. Hughes committed
suicide. Her friends at Pckin be-.
lievo tina; at tho time OF tho com.
munieatIon with them. Mrs. Hughes
had no intention OF taking her llfo.
for she also complained about con.
dltiona on tho steamer on which sha
was travelling. and aakcd that ar.
rangcmentz DO mado for her TO
transfer to another vessel. The
cable indicated. they said. that aha
was In a highly nervous condition
and they believe this. coupled with
the caracha. prrcipliated the trnEedy.
Mira Hughes suffered nervous
breakdown hero last month.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1923-12-17
OPPOSED TO
DAMAGE SUM

Opposition to payment OF claims
aggrgating ,iTa.ooo arising out OF
the Boxiey creek washout In 1915
win crystallire In a protest meeting
Monday afternoon when Mayor
Il. J. Brown and his advisory com.
mittee meets with tho city council.
Councilman Oliver T. Erickson
has announced no viii bitterly op.
poss tho proposed payment OF dam.
ago claims and Corporation Counsel
It. J. l.. Kennedy. Ia returning tho
ordinance requested drawn by tho
council. sent with II a letter OF pro.
test at the proposed council action.
Tho mayors advisory board con.
slsts OF supt. ]. ID. Ross. OF tho city
light department: City Engineer J.
ID. Blackwell. Corporation Counsel
II. j. l. Kennedy and members OF
tho board OF public works,
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1923-12-17
Plan to Celebrate
50th Wedding Day

Celebration OF their Goth wedding
anniversary viii be commemorated
next Sunday afternoon. from to 10
o'clock. by Mr.. and Mrs. John De
Granf. Mt tho home OF their daugh.
ter, Mrs. Timothy p. Fnhey. 2s16
Dearborn st. II will be informal.
with no invitations issued, but all
friends are invited.
The Do Granfs came 10 Seattle in
1906. They have n son, william. in
New York city. The couple was
married December %. 1873. Mrs. De
GRAF was born in tho Netherlands.
In 1855, and came TO Michigan when
she was IL. Her husband was born
in Buffalo. N. Y. and made the trip
TO Grand Rapids. in a covered wag.
on when no was but years old.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1923-12-17
BONUS BLOCKS
TAX PROBLEM
House Ready to Work, but
Way Is Barred
III FRAZER EDWARDS

ANtfh+A sAHHA RN"AA ANfEttRpuQrntl
WASHINGTON. Dec. 17--House
leaders rolled up their sleeves to-
day TO clear the track for tax re.
duction as President Coolidge urged
them TO do. but found the right of
way barred by the colder bonus
question.
Their first problem. therefore.
was 10 decide whether to get rid
Of the bonus obstacle by passing
that bill first or to try TO move the
tax bill concurrently with the
bonus
so many different opinions pre-
vail about tho proper methods Of
cutting taxes. however. that II was
agreed that no matter how dill
gently the house lnbora II will be
many weeks before anything is
done.
As soon m house organization Is
completed today tho ways and
means committee will take UP tax
reduction legislation.