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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
UNDERWOOD AND PROHIBITION

UNDERWOOD AND PROHIBITION
 (Houston Post)
 Common fairness and an under standing of the American theory of government should preclude op- position to the candidacy of Sena- tor Underwood on the ground that he, was formerly classed as an ti-prohibitionist.
 The Alabama senator makes no secret of the fact that he opposed adoption of the amendment. In a frank address to his own constitu- ents in Alabama he tells them why he adopted that course. When the issue was before the people I opposed the adoption of the amendment because thought temperance could be better ob- tained along another line, and be- cause it was not consistent with by ideas of local elf-government," ." he says. He had right to those views. Millions of his fellow citi- gems entertained similar ideas.
 But that is not the important question at this time. What is of importance, now that the issue has been settled, and prohibition is the law of the land, is the attitude of the senator toward the law as it stands. On this he is equally as clear and emphatic.
 In the same address he says: But just as the states of America in the beginning delegated to the federal government the right to control interstate transportation, just as they delegated to the fed eral government the power of de- claring war, and the power of peace over this nation, the states of the Union have now delegated to the federal government the right to prohibit the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages. That decision by the people of this country foreclosed the broad is- sue so far as I was concerned. In my last campaign I stated to the people of Alabama that now that the amendment Is the supreme law of the land I would enforce it in it's entire integrity. Every appro- priation that has been presented to the senate for funds necessary to enforce prohibition in this coun- try I have voted for"
 The test of mans eligibility to serve in public position Is not what his original attitude toward some proposed law was, but what Is his attitude toward the laws on the books. Senator Underwood certainly meets that test on the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
As to Capital Punishment
 


 The attorneys for the defense in Dallas county murder trial. whose client was found guilty and sentenced to hang, and who took an appeal to the supreme court on the ground that it was no longer the established policy to exact the death penalty in Alabama and that It would be unfair to single ou. the petitioner as a victim, may not have presented plea of any legal value, but they have certain ly reflected the attitude of the popular mind on far-reaching question. Juries hold back from inflicting the death penalty with the utmost reluctance, and after it is imposed the same .repuknance toward snuffing out life. no mat ter what the circumstances, fol- lows the prisoner and shields him to the end. 1,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

prohibition question. If they op- pose Underwood on this ground, then they logically should oppose every man who stands for states rights as against federal centrali- zation and every candidate who at some time approved of some pro- posed legislation which now hap pens to be in force. Under that. theory of government every man who sympathized with the Con federacy during the War Between the States would have been de- barred from holding federal office after the war. A fundamental American principle is that of ma jority rule. When issues are le- gally settled. the minority is ex- pected to acquiese and support the law. Senator Underwood, now standing for the enforcement of law formerly opposed. is better American than those who oppose him solely on the ground of such former opposition. The Post is not saying that Senator Underwood Is the most desirable candidate for the Democrats to selects But 1t does say it is unfair to discrimi- nate against him because of for- mer position on a settled issue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Will Get Down to Work Montgomery Times)

small and wieldy body, the Alabama highway commission will now get down to practical work and road building may be expected to be pushed right along. Chairman Rogers is one of the leading and most successful far mers of the state. He comes from a section of the state where they know the needs and fully appre- ciate the value of good and pass able roads.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Their Friends Pleased

Battery B, One Hundred and Forty-First National Guard of Alabama, has won first place in a national contest for drill at tendance, according to an am nouncement just made. Alabama has always been proud of her soldiers, both in war and peace, and the new honor won is very gratifying to the friends of the citizen soldiers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
NO NAVY LIQUOR BLOCKADE
 Washington Star)


 Attorney General Daugherty's ruling that the naval forces forces of the United States cannot be used to prevent violation oe the national prohibition act is based upon the consideration that the president is not empowered to utilize the navy except in cases of national emergency, and that no such emergency now exists. Ad- hitting that there have been nu- merous violations of the law, the attorney general takes pains to point out that there have been no unlawful obstructionso the func- tionso it he courts, or restraint of their processes, or of the coast guard, the division of customs. tho prohibition unit, or of the mar shals and their deputies of the de- partment of justice"
 A national emergency can be de- clared to exist only when by req son of unlawful obstruction, com binations or assemblages of per- sons or rebellion against the au- thorities of the United States, it becomes impracticable in the judg- ment of the president to enforce the laws in the ordinary course of executive or judicial proce edings. It is clear to everyone that how ever scandalous or fragrant the violations may be, they are not upon a scale of magnitude to constitute general resistance 10 the authority of the United States. The attorney general says that congress in it's wisdom can pass special legislation directing the president to use the navy for the prevention of rum smuggling. It is quite probable that an effort will be made in congress to secure such legislation, and the subject is calculated to cause debate, since large element will be, disposed to let the case rest upon the attor- ney generals interpretation, and to contend that the navy's duties are strictly military and should not extend to police duties in time of peace.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
THE GRAND JURY AND THE LAW

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 In charging the October Jefferson county grand jury, Circuit Judge William E. Fort made it plain that the grand jury has definite respon- sibility and obligation under the law to inquire into conditions at the con- vict camps and to obtain information upon which proper action might be taken under the law. "You have the right to investigate the conduct of every public official in your county" said Judge Fort. "You have the right to see to it as to how prisoners are treated anywhere in this county under the law, and you should perform that duty, of course, conscientiously, with out fear and without favor, impar- tially, seeking only the public good; because if the time ever comes in our great republic when we are not con- cerned about how our prisoners are treated when they are sentenced for violations of the law, when we look upon them only as brutes to be driven with no hope held out to them, and they are simply left without the im- portant, scrutinizing, sheltering care of the law, then we will be doing vio- lence to our consciences, and our gov- ernment will not be founded upon jus tice which recognizes human beings as such"
 That is perfectly plain language. It is not mere suggestion; it insists that the grand jury as the legally consti tuted body charged with definite duty, is required under the law to do what the governor of the state and his advisers undertook to obstruct by force and through legal processes. Judge Fort makes it plain to the in- quisitorial body that they are duty bound after asce1taining the facts, 10 make them public in the interests If good government. Upon that hinges the controversy over the Banner mine mutiny and the methods adopted to suppress and punish it. The secretive policy pursued by those in authority has been strongly condemned through out the state. The people are over whelmingly opposed to the convict lease system as inhumane, economi- cally unsound and wholly indefensible from any fair test. Naturally they believe that there is something radi- n al lIHY cf1sn aff .fe are made to keep under cover what goes on behind prison walls and to prevent the legally constituted grani jury from finding out the facts,
 The October grand jury has an op- portunity to render a service of mo- ment by ascertaining the truth and making it public. The judge charging the grand jury has definitely in- structed that full investigation be made in the interests of good govern ment. All of this rests upon the sane tity of the law in it's orderly process of protection to the public interests. What the people desire is full inquiry into the facts and their presentation openly, fairly and without political or ether prejudice. Nothing else will satisfy the people of this state. The way is clear; the law is plain. There is hope that secrecy will be abandoned in the interests of law and order, and that the whole story of treatment of the state's unfortunates under an an- tiquated and indefensible system, which of it's very nature prevents the development of proper penal purposes, will be presented to the public as a basis for possible constructive action.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

An exchange says that one of these days public opinion will go on strike against strikes. If it does so in earn est, strikes and lockouts in the indus trial field will be few and far between.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

What big thing it would be for Minnesota if her statesmen could turn half the publicity they are developing for themselves into some really con- structive advertising for their state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Tka7Ss38I1sORCHI @ BE ARERl

A considerable proportion ol the fishermen never catch anything but the yarn-spinning infection.
 When man accidentally wins an election bet he imagines he pos sesses a genius for reading the public pulse.
 Some of the laziest men become in- dustrious in the manufacture of ex- cuses.
 Our seismograph records a severe disturbance about 900 miles eastward. It is thought to be due to the annual explosion of baseball dope.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

There are many people who, while never indulging in strong drink, are simply tapping up the prospects of prohibition to become an issue in the next national campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
SMILES
Where They Had Been (rl,too IIAroldt

Chris and Henri. two Chicago boys, had been away from home against their mothers command and had come back to find her waiting for them with a switch. Chris, ware you been?"
 "Mit Henri"
 Henri, ware you been?"
 Nit Chris"
 Ware you both been?"
 "Togedder."
 Their mother saved the switch for another time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Why Education Cost. More

Frequently we hear complaints, some bordering on the point Of alarm, regarding the rising cost of education. The claim is made by some that education is costing too much because it is costing more than it did few years ago. It does cost more. It could not be otherwise. There are more chil- dren in the country, and more of them are in school. The schools are being improved and require more money. They require it be- cause the value of the dollar to- day is not as much as it was a few years ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

The United States would be better off if European statesmen would be- come more interested in their debts than they are in what other nations are saying about their political meth ods.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Would Exert Wide Influence A cste...A

As district fair. the exposition in this city would exert a wide influence for good, would be a wonderful advertisement of the resources and advantages of this part of Alabama and would stimu- late better farming, better stock raising and better poultry in all of the counties. besides giving an opportunity to the housewives of the district to show their skill and progress in many of the ru- ral home activities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Takiue From Others

Huntsville Weekly Herald)
 To ruthlessly destroy the nat, ural resources of county, taking more from natures store than IS absolutely necessary, not only renders this valuable supply less, but actually takes from others that which rightfully belongs to them, after those now existing pass on.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Her Heirlooms

My ancestors bequeathed to me My life's triumphant flame, My crooked little fingers And the queerness of my name. But oh! my ayah taught me That "life's wide road is long," And then it was just you, my dear, That gave my soul it's song.
 Apples 5
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Fish Hatching Needed
(Centreville Press)


 The recent legislature should have established a fish hatchery in this state. It is badly needed and is the only way to keep the streams of the state stocked with fishA Maybe that body wanted to wait until dynamiting the streams was stopped.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Supprest

Supprest
 (Sydney Bulletin) Mrs. Jhones: "Yes, John, as I was saying, Miss, Blank has no manners. Why. while was talk ing to her this morning she yawned eleven times"
 Old Jhones: Perhaps, my dear, she wasn't yawning-she might have wanted to say something"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

Perhaps one reason why mems hats are to be made in all the colors of the rainbow is to establish some sort of harmony between the males head gear and the females footwear.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

An exchange makes some sugges- tions as to the best ways to end wars. It seems that there will be more or less fighting in the world so long as there is international business to fight for.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

It is question whether MT. Lloyd George is seeing more new things in America than the American people are seeing in him since he retired from offico
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

There are several European coun- tries which betray remarkable talents for versatility-their citizens can be millionaires and paupers at the same time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

It seems that Governor Walton has digested a practical lesson in what is meant by being between the devil and the deep blue sea.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

Skillful analysts may now try their hand on drawing distinctions between genuine presidential booms and fla vo1ite-son varieties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Paid Them Well (Roanoke Leader)

Reports are coming in from those farmers who used poison in saving their cotton from the boil weevil, and so far as we have learned 1t paid them well. We have learned from some who are making a bale to the acre.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Poor Company

Crit Bits, London)
 "Yes, your honor, he neglected me shamefully. Why, he never was at home"
 And suppose you had to spend your evenings all by yourself?" 'W-w-well, had two goldfish"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

Some men hurry through life under high speed, and even then get caught.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
THE ALABAMA PRESS
New Tax n Hummer
(Blocton Enterprise)

That new automobile tax Is a hummer. It ought to raise enough money to bridge the Atlantic, or pave g road straight to Heaven. if it weren't pointed the other way.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

public interests, while the latter shrewdly tries to use them for selfish purposes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

One difference between a states man and a politician is, the former conscientiously tries to develop the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
THE AGE-HERALD

Entered at the Birmingham. Ala, post office as second class matter under act of Congress, March 6. 1879.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

When autumn mists are on the lea
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

And pass hounds, seeking ducats free,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

It isn't very sweet to be
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

Gum up the place, it seems to me
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

And leaves are gold and red,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

A sporting Ed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

Not all the scions of wealthy fami- lies lead useless lives. Craig Riddle, for example, has decided to uplift the world as dancing teacher.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17

L THOMPSON. President
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-17
Whispering Eyes

Last night
 The stars winked and nodded, The moon patchworked the earth Carelessly black and silver, The wind danced with the leaves. Everything was the same As on all other nights .. .. But last night
 Was the most wonderful of all Because your eyes whispered: T love youw -Ru Theda
The L'Anse sentinel., 1923-02-23
CHILDREN'S CLOTHES

81 wonder what was the matter with
Mary's last dress? 1t simply didn't
wear at ALL" How often we hear moth
ers making statements like that.
Clothes for children, when you con-
slider the hard wear to which they are
subjected. and the frequency with
which they must be replaced, are just
as significant an item of expense as
our own, and few suggestions about
their choice and care may help you to
buy wisely.
Material for children's dresses should
be chosen for endurance and fast color.
A childs dress needs frequent wash
ing, and for that reason most mothers
prefer cotton to many other materials.
AS a general rule, materials that are
yarn-dyed, such as gingham, cham
bray, and some cotton crepes, Will be
less likely to fade than print" goods,
unless they are especially well woven
and printed in very fast colors.
Little children are apt to get spots
on their clothing, and so fabric that
can be easily and quickly sponged off
with soap and water Is much better
than one where the whole garment has
to go into the laundry each time. In
making or buying a child's dress you
should always consider the amount of
time 1t will require In the tub. Light
weight goods are easier to wash than
heavy ones, and loosely-woven mate
rials than those solid and tightly
woven fancy trimmings and cheap lace
take time and soon wear out. In gen.
eral, wool does not wash so easily as
cotton, but all-wo6l serges of firm
weave wash well. To cut down the
laundry, mothers are using, to an In
cyeasing extent the attractively simple
and crinkly seersuckers and crepes,
which do not require ironing afta
washing.
A child's clothing should never be
too good to play In, but this does not
mean. that the frocks should be ugly.
children are very sensitive to gay
colors and pretty clothes. and II dressed
in ugly, drab garments are sure to
grow timid and sullen in company with
their bright, prettily dressed playmates.
As little folks outgrow their garments
quickly, only few at time, to be
worn frequently, is the best plan.
Dresses for little girls should have
bloomers Of matching material to al
low her the same freedom as her
brother.
Until few years ago. any ready-made
clothing for children was too elaborate
and flimsy for everyday wear, but now
you can find on the market garments Of
the best material, that are both simply
and well made. and you can even rely
on ready-made clothes II you are other
wise employed and haven't time to sew.
The L'Anse sentinel., 1923-02-23
AT ACE 71,FINDS
HOUSEW0RK EASY
Mrs. Jennings Says Tanlac Re-
stored Strength After 'FIu"
Attack and Ended
Stomach Trouble.

II was almost an invalid and Tan
lac built me up to strong, well wom-
an. I consider 1t my best friend" is
the grateful and characteristic state
ment Of Mrs. Emma Jennings, resid-
Ing at Clearwater, Cal.
"An attack of the grippe left me
completely broken down. My stomach
felt sick, my legs and arms so tired
and weak could hardly use them. and
I scarcely had energy and strength to
dress myself. just kept getting
weaker In spite Of all could do and, as
am seventy-one. had begun to think
my age was against me ever getting
well.
almost from the day began taking
Tanlac commenced to feel stronger.
So kept picking up with every bottle
until now I can easily do all my house
work, for am feeling fine. wouldn't
be without Tanlac In the house. 1t Is
Just grand"
Tanlac Is for sale by all good drug
Eists. Over 35 million bottles sold
Advertisement.
The L'Anse sentinel., 1923-02-23
PRuNE THE TREES AND VINES
Trimming and Spraying Only SURE
Way to Obtain Good Crops
Free From Disease.

Fruit trees and vines must be
pruned. as well AZ sprayed, at the
proper time. Growers cannot hope
to obtain fruit from trees and vines
that are neglected In this respect
and such treatment 10 necessary every
year.
The early springtime IL regarded a.
the best time to do this Job. which
should be done with the greatest Of
care. to save injury to the trees and
vines. 4
II one Is not experienced in the art,
II would be well to get information
from someone who knows; otherwise
valuable tree or vine may be ruined,
or put out of possible bearing.
Spraying requires equal II NOT
more knowledge than pruning. There
are 70 many diseases Of fruit trees
and vines that one must be well
versed In the subject to apply the
proper spray at the proper time.
Many trees and vines fail to produce
because Of being thoroughly satu.
rated with disease
The L'Anse sentinel., 1923-02-23
PLANTS GROWN IN
POTS ARE THRIFTY
Vegetable or FIoWering Stalks
Should Be Transferred
Several Times.

Pot-growu plants, vegetable or flow
ering plants, first started in the fats
then transferred to small pots, then
to larger ones, give the best satisfac-
tion, and afford sturdy plant that
can be set into the open ground when
the time comes.
There Is a knack in the handling Of
plants for the pot-grown variety, but
it is not difficult to grow them and the
satisfaction obtained, as well as the
pleasure, Is most gratifying.
The pots for growing such plants do
not have to be of the store kind.
Paper pots can be made at home; old
Cans, round oatmeal cartons. and the
like, serve the purpose well.
The soil preparation should be
'bout the same kind as in the flats,
with coarser soil, pebbles, broken
flower pots and such, to afford drain
age; an opening at the bottom OF
each being necessary
Plants grown in this manner are
more easy to handle when they are
transferred to the open; the roots
need not be disturbed. IL removed
when the soil is slightly damp. This
will be advantageous to the plant, and
it will Immediately take hold.
The transferring process should be
begun with the stronger plants In the
flats when they are about one inch
high Select the hest Dlants for
transplanting. The fiat should be