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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
Dixie Murphy Talks OF Apples,
 Negroes, Fires And Boil Weeuils

Richard J. Murphy. better known as Dixie" Is in the land of his adopted name on one of the most pretentious hikes ever undertaken by a man 55 years young. Dixie has just completed an exhaustive invest tigation of the exodus of negro labor from the south for his home news paper, the Salem Evening News, Salem, Mass. That, however, is only one of the many subjects on which he speaks Interestingly.
 MT. Murphy is known to many peo- pie of the south. Ills latest connec- tion was with the Lasky-Famous Players corporation filling character roles. Prior to that he was con- nected with theatrical companies in various capacities. He has appeared with the leading quartets of the country and was at one time with Denman Thompson's "The Old Home stead" He makes his home now in Beverly, Mass. where he has a wife and two daughters.
 Dixie Is off duty now for four months with the Famous Players pie ture company. He left Salem October 2, and since striking the south has written two stories weekly for the Salem Evening News on the negro labor situation of the south. Georgia, he says, is the most depleted of all the states he has visited in that re- spect. Cabin after cabin, according to MT. Murphy, is adorned with the proverbial negro chain and lock. Thousands of acres of land are un- cultivated because of a scarcity of laborers. The situation in Alabama,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
BIRMINGHAM AGE HERALD, MONDAY NOVEMBER 26, 1928
Doctors Patch JuIiana's Head
 With Silver And Think He
 Will Live

Sitting up in bed and smoking a head had been smashed in with a sledge hammer, was the status of health of John Juliana. whose skull had been patched with a plate of sil- yer a few hours after what was thought to be the body of a dead man had been brought 10 the Dir mingham General hospital.
 Following the trephining operation early Saturday night, which was per formed by Drs. w. A. Davidson and L. J. Johns, Juliana, who is 50 years old, Is believed to have chance to recover.
 The injured man is a miner, em- ployed by the Alabama company at Searles. He was struck on the head and robbed by an unidentified assail- ant Saturday night in front of 2517 Eighth avenue, north
 Juliana has a round hole the size of the base of a ten-pound hammer in the back of the head. The bone was completely broken and was rest ing on the brain. pr. Johns and pr. Davidson removed the splintered parts and replace parts of the skull with a silver shield. Sunday night Juliana was conscious and apparently suffering little pain.
 However, he was able to tell only a little of the attack on him Satur- day night, merely stating that he was walking up the street and heard someone coming behind him, but paid no attention to them. Suddenly, he said, something struck him on the head. He was robbed of about $100 and some other valuables.
 The operation performed on Ju- liana Is one of the most delicate In surgery, it is stated, and is only tried by skilled doctors. Special nurses have been appointed to watch the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
ID LET CONTRACT FUR ENSLEY ROAD
City Commission To Start $50,000 Paving Project
 Tuesday

Contract for the Eighth avenue paving project. which will mean an- other paved tnoroughfare between Birmingham and Ens1ey, via Bir- ningham- Southern college, will be awarded by the city commission Tuesday. it was learned Sunday from Commissioner W. E. Dickson.
 T have all the details ready for presentation" the commissioner said, "and am ready to call for final action at Tuesdays session" This Is one of the most important improvement projects of the year and the total to be expended on 1t probably will be in excess of 50,000.
 The traffic revision ordinance, revolutionizing Birmingham system of traffic control, and petition signed by so automobile service sta tions for compulsory closing of such places on Sundays, are the other im- portant issues scheduled for final ac- ton by the commission.
 Favorable action on the new traf- fic code is being forecast in city hall circles, and the idea prevails that tho Sunday closing petition will bring on vigorous debate, with op- posing delegations set to appear be- fore the commission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

he said, is not mead so bad. Alabama roads he classes as among the worst he has encountered In any state, but he likes Alabama, and especially Bir- mingham, well enough to make his home here, at least until spring.
 But what about the Salem fire of 1914?" he was asked.
 T lost my home and practically all my furniture in that fire, and have good cause to remember it." MT Murphy stated. "It was on June 25 of the year you mention that Salem burned. Fifteen thousand people were made homeless by the destruc- tion of 8 S72 faetoris and buildings of various kinds. The fire started in a densely populated manufacturing area, and was fought with all the available apparatus within many miles of Salem. The great path of de- struction was V-shaped and one mile wide when the fire finally reached the ocean. Not the spectacular fire or the heroic work of the men who fought it, however, was the out standing thing, but the lovable spirit of America which prompted the peo- pie of this country to send money in unlimited amounts for the unfor- tunates who lost their all. Today there is no reminder of the greatest catastrophy which Salem has ever suffered"
 Mir. Murphy talks equally as inter esting about the apples of Connecti- cut as he does the boil weevils of Alabama. Some day, when I have more time," he said, T will tell you about my entire trip"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
ASKING HELP FORI CHRISTIAN CHILDREN
Unclothed, Hungry Babies Arouse
 Interest Of Americans

John w. Abercrombie, state super intendent of public instruction, last week mailed letter to all school officials of Alabama, asking their cooperation In making Golden Rule Sunday a success. Pupils in the schools have taken home menu cards containing a typical menu served the Near East orphans and have been asked to urge their parents to ob- serve the day, contributing the diff ference In cost between the frugal fare and their regular Sunday meal to the Near East relief fund for sup port of Armenian, Syrian and Greek children, all Christians, who are cared for in orphanages maintained by this organization.
 Dr. N. R. Baker, county superin- tendent of education, and the teach CTS under him also have suggested to their pupils the observance of Col den Rule Sunday, 1t is stated, carry ing out the request of Superintendent Abercrombie.
 Birmingham school children have been asked to express their sym pathy for their less fortunate broth CTS and sisters in Near East relief orphanages by urging their parents to have served on Golden Rule Sun day, December 2, a dinner such as is the daily ration of more than 50,0OO Christian children, charges of the Near East relief, according to c. B. Glenn, superintendent of education and a member of the committee sponsoring observance of Golden Rule Sunday in Birmingham.
 Birmingham ministers will speak on the Golden Rule Sunday theme in most of the citys Protestant pull pits Sunday. pr. [. F. Brubaker, president of the Birmingham Pastors union, is chairman of the committee in charge of this church service.
 Organization of the sponsoring committee Is expected to be com pleted with the naming of a chair man during the first days of this week, according to ". M. Howe, re- gionsl director of the Near East relief
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
SKULL CRUSHED BY BLOW,
 SITS UP SMOKING CIGAR
' patient day and night, and every sci entific effort is being made to make the operation a success.
 O O O

' patient day and night, and every sci entific effort is being made to make the operation success.
 Pockets Turned Out.
 The Italian was found at 6;3o o'clock Saturday night on the pave ment with all pockets turned out and a broken watch chain end, dangling. He was carried to the hospital by Vices ambulance. The operation was performed but very little hope was held out for the patient.
 Doctors and nurses kert a close watch on him all night, but 1t was considered only matter of time un- til death would claim him. The arteries and veins in his forehead suffered a severe strain under the blow and were ruptured and had to the violent shock and hemorrhages all night.
 At 10 o'clock Sunday morning the "hammerman" victip showed a slight improvement and scientific effort to restore his life was renewed. Care full attention and much work on the part of his attendants brought de- sired results, and by 6 o'clock Sun day night the patient had thoroughly regained consciousness and was able to sit up and smoke a cigar in the bed.
 The operation which the Italian un- derwent has been performed sue cessfully in several instances in some of the larger cities, but not always with success, and, it is believed, sue cessfully for the first time in Bir- mingham. Until a few years ago it was believed impossible.
 Few clues to the identity of the as sailant, or assailants, had been ob- tained by the police, who were hard at work on the case Sunday night. Bragan and Walton, detectives, who were assigned to the cast Saturday night by Chief of Police Fred McDuff, talked with the victim after he had regained consciousness and went over the ground of the crime several times They seemed fairly we'll satisfied with their findings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
NEW ANGLE ABOUT COMMUNITY CHEST
kiwanians To Hear Dr. Broadly
 And Dr. Edmonds

Dr. J. M. Broadly will be the prin- cipal speaker at the weekly luncheon of Birmingham Kiwanians at the Tutwiler hotel at 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. He will discuss the forthcoming Community Chest cam paign from an angle hitherto un- touched and will connect the drive with the spirit of the Thanksgiving season.
 Suppose nobody cared--could they be thankful?' is the subject selected by Dr. Broadly for his talk. Facts and figures touching on the chest canvass will be given the Kiwanians by pr. Henry M. Edmonds, another speaker whose talks before civic bodies never fail to receive an en- thusiastic reception.
 Entertainment for the members will be supplied by Miss George Dewey Bryant, the popular soloist. Discussion of routine business mat ters and reports of committee chair man will round out the program.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
OPT TIMISM TINGES MARKETS REVIEW
Frightening Foreign Situa- ton, Cotton Up, And Easy
 Money, Features

NEW YORK, Nov. z5.-(By Asso- clated Press. )-Strong rallies in the market, declaration of numerous dividends and encouraging industrial news have featured the past week in business and financial activities.
 sharp recoveries in foreign sx- change on the averting of a break be- tween France and England were the more spectacular events. Sterling rallied about 13 cents and similar gains were recorded by the other leading currencies. The general im- pression was that the preceding de- cline had been greatly overdone and selling for the decline and to the de- rerring of buying by importers. When fhe turn came these interests showed great eagerness to cover their re- quirements.
 The better turn in the foreign sit- cation and the accompanying rally in the exchanges had its effect on the other markets. Short lines which had been extended to the stock ex- change toward the close of the pre- Tious week were withdrawn and even wheat improved moderately. In the market for the latter commodity, however. responsive buying was not sufficiently strong to hold the gain. speculative interest in the commodity being small.
  Cotton Goes HiEher.
 Cotton meanwhile continued its ad- vance and reached new high prices dor the crop. The government gin- ming report, which was published on "Wednesday. was not quite as bullish as had been anticipate but, never 4helegs, was interpreted as indicating that the total yield will be materially below 10,o00.ooo bales. In the opinion
 IL -A curtailment of mill operations in evitable before the end of the crop year. With the futures in the neigh lborhood of 351a cents, considerable profit taking naturally appeared. This was absorbed, however, and the Trade remained bu1lish.
 Considerable attention was given to developments in the pig iron mar ket. The extensive inquiries of the week before developed into the larg- est buying movement since the carly spring. Orders for over 60o,00o tons were placed and since prices have declined far enough to be below the cost of production for parge pro portion of the merchant furnaces, It was felt that the market had reached 8 turn No similar buying move ment developed in steel products. and activiy in his branch of the industry was a slightly smalled scale. Prices. however, remained firm Prooucers showed confidence in their position. being encouraged by reports of good prospects in the building industry by expectations of renewed buying by the railroads and by continued optimism among the automobile manufacturers. Rail mills were re- ported to be fully booked to tho middle of next year.
 Confirmation of the theory that money will remain easy was found in the weekly bank statements. A further material reduction In tho re- discounts of the federal reserve sys- tenn was attended by another de- crease in reserve note circulation. Continued gold imports and the re- cent flow of funds from Europe were considered to be partly responsipie' and if was pointed out that the cir culation of gold certificates is de- creasing the demand for federal re- serve notes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

And the longer Hookie rested, the hungrier he became.
 'If I don't eat something pretty soon, don't know what I shall dol" he said. By this time, Raggedy Andy and little Weekly and Lemon. then Cookie boy had come to where they could see Hookie sitting and resting.
 "We must slip up real easy so that Hookie does not hear usw Rag gedy Andy whispered to the others, then we will all jump out and yell as loud as we canl That will make Hookie think 1t Is a wild Hooligooly or something and before he has time to gather his wits, we will pick up little Strawberry and run with her"
 So that is just what they adid.
 Hookie was so busy thinking of how hungry he was, he did not hear
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
Raggedy Andy and Weekly and littl

Raggedy Andy and Weekly and little Lemon until they all jumped out and yelled as loud as they could.
 Hookie, of course, thought it was was a Hooligooly and jumped up from where he sat and ran S5 feet before he stopped; then, of course, 1t was too late, for Raggedy Andy had picked up little Strawberry and was running back towards the house of the Cookie people.
 Just you wait, Raggedy Andy!" Hookie cried, you fooled me that time, but I shall soon get even!" Rag gedy Andy did not reply. he was too busy laughing and so, he and little Weekly carried the cookie girl all the way home and her Cookie Mama and Dady were very glad to see her again.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
SERVICES HELD FOR WILLIAM STALNAKER
Pioneer Inglenook Citizen l
 Buried Sunday Morning

William B. Stalnaker, "A, pioneer resident of Inglenook, who died at his residence, 927 North Forty-third street. East Birmingham. Saturday was buried at Il o'clock Sunday morning, within 30 feet of where he had helped to build the first church in the Inglenook district. Funeral services were held from the East Bir- mingham Methodist church. with Ridout in charge.
 Besides having a part in the build Ing of the first church in Inglenook MT. Stalnaker played a prominent part In the erection of the first school in the community. He was considered the oldest and foremost educator In his neighborhood.
 He Is survived by his widow, a daughter and two sons, w. H. Stal. maker and J. B. Stalnaker of Birming- ham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

T hope so too! little Weekly said, but he may nibble heri It was all I could not to keep from biting her myself when I got hungry. I am very fond of strawberry cookies! But, of course, wouldn't think of doing it thoughw
 "Of coure, not r' Raggedy Andy said, but Hookie, the Goblin. Is very mean and gets very hungry at times"
 After Hookie, the Goblin, had run long way, he became tired and sat down to rest. why I am hupgry!" he said.
 Strawberry. the little Cookie rirl did not reply to Hookie. the Goblin. because if he spoke to him, he might think of nibbling her and that wouldn't do at all
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
MORE CARD TROUBLE

Cicero Cook, negro, 12o North Thirty-third street, was shot and probably fatally wounded. it is all legged by Cliff Davenport, negro, Sloss quarters, following an argument over a poker game in progress at the home of Jim Jordan, negro, at Thirty-third street and First avenue. Cook was carried to the Hillman hospital by Coroner J. D. Russum, who was first on the scene. Cook was shot once in the chest and once in the arm. Davenport escaped. Hell ton and McAdory from central head quarters are Investigating.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
POWELL RECITAL FOR
 NEXT MONDAY EVENING
Noted Pianist Brought By Music
 Teachers Association

Opening a series of matinee reel tals to be given during the winter under auspices of the Music Teachers association. John Powell, noted pianist, will appear in 8 concert at Phillips High school on the afternoon of December 1, it was announced Saturday.
 Music lovers who often find it difficult to attend night concerts have given widespread approval Of the matinee plan, officials of the as- sociation say. The afternoon per formances also are expected to be- come drawing cards for the music teachers in Birmingham territory.
 Foremost artists will be brought here for the matinee copcerts, under plans shaped by the association. Tickets for the initial matinee have been placed on sale at Clark & Jones and at the studios.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
DOCTORS WIVES WILL HOLD MEETING DEC. 3
Preparing Program And Want All
 EIipibles To Join

An important meeting of the new ly organized Doctors Wives asso- citation, Birminghams newest civic body, has been scheduled for Monday, December 8, it was announced Sun day.
 It is the aim of the officers to en- roll every doctors wife, in the city structive program looking to civic Improvements is being shaped and the club Is preparing to quickly take
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
PARENT-TEACHER MEETING

The Parent-Teachers association of Woodlawn will meet at 2:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Woodlawn High school. A special business pro- gram has been planned and all mem- bers have been urged to come.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
EXPIRES FROM AP0PLEx.
Knoxville Pastor Is Stricken In Full
 nit During Sermon

pit During Sermon
 KNOXVILLE, Tenn, Nov. 25.-Rev. M. K. Ridings, aged 66, pastor of Fifteenth Stret Methodist Episcola church, south, occupying the pulpit at the Hinton street church this morning at il o'clock. was stricken with apoplexy during the delivery of his sermon and expired before his removal to local hospital could be completed. He leaves three sons and three daughters.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

Dust women, Is a recognized em- ployment of women in London, who daily sift and sort the waste that the city produces.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
FIVE M FAMILY?
 TEN BUCKS FOR GOBBLER DINNER

Papa will have to plank down A ten-spot to pay for that turkey din- ner he looks forward to on Thanks giving Day. He will draw back 2 cents, which will come in handy the next time he jumps street car. This is not given as the cost of the average Thanksgiving dinner this year, for many families will feel exceedingly thankful over g little pig roast upholstered with yams. But for family of five, held to be the average. and taking a 10-pound turkey for basis, the layout" pre- sented herewith Is declared by lead ing Birmingham market men to be Just such a turkey dinner as would have justly graced the tables of our early southern settlers.
 Many may be bit partial to this menu because 1t contains two kinds pr pie. Certainly 1t should be ac- ceptable to anyone who desires to invest $1o In Thanksgiving dinner. Here's the menu:
 Halves of Grapefruit
 Crackers
 Roast Turkey With Dressing
 Mashed Potatoes
 Glblet Gravy Baked Squash Cauliflower au Gratin Cranberry Jelly Peach Pickles
 Appll Pie Pumpkin Pie
 Fruit Raisins Nuts Coffee In order to provide this menu. papa's ten-dollar bill should be ex-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

And there are no disease germs in this modern plant. You can't say as much for washer women cnvirons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
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Hookie, the Cob lin, had captured lit tie Strawberry, the little Cookie girl. Wasn't he a mean little Goblin?
 But Raggedy Andy and little Weekly and little Lemon, the Cookie boy were fol- lowing Hooky and were going to rescue the Cookie girl if p o ssible. Raggedy Ann would have gone, too, but when everyone had tried to get out of the Cookie mans house at the same time and had become fast in the doorway, the poor kind Cookie man and his Cookie wife had been bro- ken In two and little Weekie had stepped upon the Cookie mans foot and had had broken 1t off.
 R a g g e dy A n n promised to stay and mend the Cookie people with molas- ses. That was why she did not go with Raggedy Andy and little Weekly.
 T hope that Hookie, the Goblin, does not get hungry and start nibblingI the sweet little Cookie grill" Rag gedy Andy said as the three ran along the way the goblin
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
"Annericanize"
 Your Family. Wash, 14c Pound
-Everything laundered and ironed.

By actual comparison it has been proved (and you can prove 1t yourself( that it is cheaper to have the full fam lily washing laundered and ironed at 4c ID. than to give 1t out to washerwomen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

Florida cedar wood is generally used in the manufacture of lead pecilA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

Minimum bundle $2. Send one-half wearing apparel and one-half flatwork.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26
its place among the leading organ izatfnnS in the citY,s civic lifa

Details of the program for the meeting next week are in charge of Mrs. J. M. Hankins, who led the movement for the organization of the association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-26

There is no comparing Amer feanized" washing and ironing with what the best of washer women can do.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-02-13
LOCALS PLAY
RAILWAY AGAIN
Amboy 'Y" VoIIey Ball Team
/ Plays Tomorrow Might
Plan Practice Games

I rne z. NJ. G, A. varsity volfey ball
team will go to Railway tomorrow
night and meet the representative
team Of that place in a series OF
vanes, The Amboy team Will con-
sist Of Ctpa. Johnson, Francis OH
ver. Mat Melko, Hornsby, Sharp
Parker, Bartholomew and John jan
de~,p. The team will meet at the
sTYs' at z o'clock and make the trip
by automobile.
+ Arrangements are now being made
for 4. series of games between the
two ,voIley ball teams which will re-
hresent the ''Y'' in the state cham
nionship tournaments on Washing
TOMS birthday. Amboy will be the
scene of the tournament for the un-
limited class teams while the teams
composed of men over the thirty
wears of age will clash at RahWay'
THE "over thirty" team Will likely
consist of Capt. Rankin, Peakes'
Chris Nielsen, DIR. Bedell, John Mel
10. John Janderup, Lesson and Nat
Goldberger. The other team will
be identical with the combination
playing at Railway tomorrow night
with the exception of Janderup who
will appear with Rankin's combina-
tion. These two teams were
evenly matched and series OF
games between them should give
both sextettes good practice.
There will be no varsity volley pati
practice tonight.