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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ATTORNEYS PAY cosrs

Will Martin, a former service man, declares that lawyers and judges are not so hard boiled as they sometimes pretend to be. Faced with a sentence of 104 days for fine and costs after being convicted in circuit court of gaming on Sunday. Judge Kyle in formed him he would be allowed until clock in the afternoon to raise the money and obtain his liberty. Martin replied that so far as he was con cerned it was already 2 o'clock, be-
 cause he didn't know any one who would put up anything to set him free. This statement had an appeal to the lawyers in the court room
 who, after consulting with each other, announced they would essnme the costs in the case, which deducted
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
DIR. WELSH Is VISITOR

Dr. SA W. Welsh, state health off cer. Is here on a visit to his nephew, Dr. E, V. Caldwell, and incidentally to look over the work of the Madi- son county health unit which is de- clared to be making an unusual rec ord for efficiency, which Is reflected in the monthly death rate, which is now near the minimum. Dr. Welsh declared he was apprehensive of the future of the unit when Dr. Carl Grote, who was universally popular here, left this field to go into another state, but that pr. E. F. Austin has fitted into the duties perfectly and is m4ntatning the efficiency of tho service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ROCKEFELLER REUNION
Sixty Descendants Of Founders Of
 Family Meet In Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY, Oct. 2S. = Sixty descendants of Johann Peter and Diel Rockefeller, founders of the famous family of which John D. Rockefeller is a member, celebrated the seven- teenth annual reunion of the Rocke- feller family association today.
 Numbering the oil king among it's oldest members, the association in cludes Mrs. Harold F. Mccormick of Chicago, and Mrs. William o. Rudd of Cleveland, daughter and sister of John D. Rockefeller, respectively.
 Four hundred descendants of the family are scattered throughout the Unified States and Canada. Charles w. Rockefeller of Sudbury, Pa, was elected president of the association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
GOES TO CH0CTAW
Mobile County Solicitor Will Assist
 Grand Jury

MOBILE, Ala. Oct. 2S.-(special Leased Wire.)-County Solicitor Bart B. Chamberlain of Mobile left today for Choctaw county, where he goes to assist the grand jury of that coun- ty, which convenes Monday morning. There are a number of criminal cases to be investigated by the grand jury, including the mysterious killing of Drew Connor, whose charred body in the latter part of 1922 was found in the woods near West Butler, wrapped with wires Several suspects have been arrested in connection with the case, but the state never has been able to connect anyone with the af- fair. There are numerous prohibit ton cases on the docket to be dis posed of by the grand jury. The cir cult court of Choctaw also will con- vene the week of November 5. and Solicitor Chamberlain will remain to prosecute the cases growing out of the indictments returned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
NEGRO FARMER KILLED

Will Brooks, 'well-known negro farmer, was killed late Saturday by the accidental discharge of his shot gun when he struck at a snake with the butt of the weapon. He had for gotten that he had cooked the gun to shoot a bird and companion called to him that snake was near his feet. Brooks hastily turned his gun Into club and 1t was discharged into his abdomen, inflicting a wound that resulted in death within a few moments
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ATTEND DRY FARLEY

V. s. Root. federal prohibition en- forcement officer in charge of this district, and W. B. Hampton, state law enforcement agent, have re- turned from Birmingham. where they attended 8 conference with District Attorney Kennamer and other off, cials. It Is declared that the confer- ence had to do with prohibition en- forcement in this region. but what was done is not disclosed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
vANDEvER-NEELY NUPTIALs

Virgil Vandever and Miss Willie Mai Neely of New Market were mar ried yesterday in Winchester, Tenn, to which place they had eloped in order to surprise relatives and friends. They will make their home in Birmingham, where MT. Vandever is employed by the Louisville and Nashville railroad.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
BIsHoP pARsT PRnACHEs

Speaking to an audience that filled every available seat in the historic old church, Bishop T. c. Darst of the East Carolinas diocese, delivered the sermon at the morning services Sun day at St. Johns Episcopal church, of which the Rev Richard Wilkinson. D, D., is rector, and discussed tho program of the entire church.
 Bishop Darst has a peculiar mes sage to the people of his church and speaks with authority, being a leader in the nation wide campaign and putt ting into successful practice in his own diocese the plans and methods which he recommends to others.
 Immediately following the sermon by Bishop Darst Bishop William G. McDcwen, Jr., confirmed a class of 26 persons which with those members he has confirmed during eight pre- vious official visits to St. Johns church, makes a total of nearly 150 since his conservation a year ago.
 Within the five years since Dr. Richard Wilkinson came to St. Johns 556 communicants have been added to the parish.
 Bishop Mcdowell and Dr. Willxin- son spent Sunday night at Greenville and Bishop Darst left very early Mon May morning. for his home in the Narolinas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ITO WIND UP AFFAIRS OF BANK OF MADISON
John Sloan Is Named Liquidating Officer For Institution
 TENNESSEE VALLEY BUREAU
 THE AGE-HERALD
HuntsvIIIe. AIa., Oct. 2S

1EKfH1t9 IAHNf 1'IfIFf Vtts 70
 John Sloan, who has been with the Bank of Madison for some time. rep resenting the war finance corpora tion and the Chattanooga banks, has been appointed liquidating officer for the bank, which was closed last Tues day by order of the state banking board because of an apparent over extension of its credits. MT. Sloan is expected to begin at once prepa- rations for winding up the affairs of the institution. It is now believed that the depositors will receive 100 cents on the dollar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
MANAGERS r | E M
 BIG CORPORATI ION
General Motors Executives To Secure 12 Per Cent Of Cor
 poration'S Common

NEW YORK, Oct. 2S.-Formation of the Managers Securities company by means of which about 70 of the principal executives of the General Motors corporation will secure a block of 2,5OO,OOO shares of General Motors common stocks, or 12 per cent of the amount outstanding, having a present value in excess of s33,000,- 900, was announced tonight. The plan, which involves the payment by the corporation to the securities com pany of per cent of its net earnings in excess of per cent on the in vested capital employed each year as & sort of bonus, is subject to the ap- proval of the General Motors stock holders, who will meet in Whining ton, Del, November 23, to take ac- tion.
 The purpose of the plan Is ex- plained in letter sent to General Motors stockholders by President Al fred P. Sloan, IT,, of the corporation, who says in part:
 There are about 70 manage eral po- sitions upon the occupants of which the corporation must rely for the successful management of its busi- ness. From practical experiences and observation your directors believe that the men occupying these posi- tions secure & better, broader and a more sympathetic understanding of the stockholders interest, and, there- fore, Of the interest of the corpora tion as whole, If they can be at tracted into partnership with the stockholders through becoming sub stantial stockholders themselves"
 -s.--
 Apartment rents are fixed by a St. Louis landlord, according to the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
PLENTY OF TIME GIVEN
First Instructors About Filling YuIe
 Stockings Are Sent

HAMMONTON N. J.. Oct. 2S.- Santa ought to be satisfied with two months notice.
 So figures one Hammonton young ster, at least.
 The first instructions about filling the Yule stocking reached the local postoffice Saturday.
 It was addressed to Santa Claus. North Pole",
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
figh School P 70 Be Presented 70 Montgomery Citizens
MIR. HUGHES BEING BUTTONHoLED

et the 5yeaold daughter of Rear Admiral Mrs William Moett assigned enroll MT. Hughes the American Red Cross she put her uniform obtained permission him and in brief sales talk convinced him he couldn't afford be member She shown here personally pre- senting tn recruit with his button.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ASSOCIATION ELECTS

Mrs. Terry L. Moore has been elected president of the Robert E. Lee Parent-Teachers association to succeed Mrs W. L. Stone, who leaves soon for California Mrs. Paul Tate was named vice president; Mrs. c. A. Brunson, secretary; Mrs. w. II. Pressly, treasurer, and Mrs. c. B. Vaughan, press reporter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
WOMAN GIVES $2,000
Mrs. J. H. White To Equip Audi
 torium Of UniOntown

UNIONTOWN, Ala. Oct. 2S.-(Spe- cial)-Citizens of Uniontown are recipients of a generous gift from one of their towns-women, Mrs. J. H. White, Sr, in the form of $2,0OO for the equipment of the new school au- ditorium. The announcement was made at a mass meeting of citizens by A. M. Spessard. who paid a bear,- tiful and deserved tribute to Mrs. White and stated that she gives this money because of her appreciation of her husband, who was a tireless and unselfish worker in behalf of the schools during his lifetime and because of her interest in the peo- pie of Uniontown.
 The meeting was addressed by Dudley P. Coleman. president of the Chamber of Commerce. Inspired by Mrs. Whites generosity the male citizens will undertake to equip the gymnasium. The several women's clubs are succeeding remarkably in raising funds for other equipment and for beautifying the school grounds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED

have been notified of the engage ment and approaching marriage of Miss Annie Bankhead Lane. daughter of MT. and Mrs. Hector D. Lane of Courtland, to MT. David Larkin Mar tin of Courtland, the wedding to take place in the early winter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
Both Wives Were Americans.

fQlSIake.
 Both Wives Were Americans.
 Lord Curzon's first wife was Mary Leither who died years ago. Ills present wife also, incidentally, Is an American.
 When he married Miss Letter, he sent a photograph of her to the Amir of Atghanistan, by that time fast friend. In a laudatory letter of con- graduation, the Amir wrote:
 If she should at any time thrash you, 1 am certain you will have done something to deserve It."
 Ii Hung Chang, famous Chinese statesman and diplomat. once re- minded Lord Curzon that he was of the same age as the ex-Kaiser.
 He has six sons," added u. How many have you?"
 T have only recently been mar ried, and I regret that so far have none" Curzon replied.
 Then what have you been doing all this time?" asked the always in- quisitive Ii.
 ITO this question I admit that could not find, nor even now can I suggest. an appropriate answer" Lord Curzon comments. Lecture Made Big Hit.
 King Edward then Prince of Wales. was one of the distinguished guests at a lecture Lord Curzon once delivered before the National Geographic society.
 T will now show you the picture of an Annamite girl" Lord Curzon lectured. fin order to show that. de- spited marked Mongolian features, some of them were quite pretty"
 There flashed upon the screen, many times life size. study of nude Annamite girl.
 NO one would believe it was an accident" says Lord Curzon, but the lecture was an assured success from that instant"
 That Is one Curzon. The other strides maJectically across Downing street. head in air, thinking big thoughts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29

To Cure n Cold in One Day Take Laxative BROMO QUININE Tablets. The box bears the signature of E. w Grove. 30.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
Hrsh, Wickwire and Rogers, Feet Hand Tailored Clothes
 $50 $60 $65

are like that-provocadve of the most emphatic ad- mlraton. And as they continue to wear and wear and retain their original smartness they win the wearer's affecton much as an old and true friend who sticks through thick and thin. We'd like to have you see these superb Autumn garments, and compare them with the finest custom built suit you ever saw.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
COUNTESS NOMINATED

WARWICK, England, Oct. 28.-The labor party yesterday nominated the Countess of War;Iick as it's candi- date for the seat in the House of Commons for the bennington divi- sion of Warwickshire, made vacant by the promotion of Sir Ernst Pol lock to become master of the rolls. The countess, who is in her sixty second year, has been an avowed so- cialist for many years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29

"A days from Martins time of im- prisonment. Judge Kyle was touched with sympathy also and immediately declared that he was not so set on sticking Martin that he could not re- duce the Imprisonment to one day, and one day was the total time the defendant was required to serve.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
Knox Hats
 $7

Any man who is willing to pay enough to get the very best can afford to own a Knox Hat. The new fall shapes and shades are superb.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
REAL HUMAN SIDE TO LORD CURZON.
(continued Prom Page onel

his horse and Ealloped .orf to the British embassy" He returned 1t the next day apologizing for his mistake"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
BOARD WILL SEEK
 .PUBL|C'S BACKING.
Financing To Be Paramount Subject Before Meeting
 Monday Night
STATE CAPITAL BUREAU l
 THE AGE-HERALD


 Plans for the construction of a S1000,000 high school will be present ed by the city board of education to the citizens of this city at meeting Monday night at the Chamber of Commerce auditorium. L. c. Cardi- nal, chairman of the board. says the board Is anxious to present its ideas and plans for the erection of a new school to every property owner in Montgomery
 We want to know that the cfti- zenry of Montgomery Is supporting us in our building program" MT. Cardinal asserts. The congestion in the high school, as well as in the grammar schools, Is greater this year than ever, despite the fact that two new buildings have been finished during the past year, school officials say.
 The matter of financing the school program, it is understood, will be the paramount question before the meet ing tomorrow night.
 FINDS UNDERWOOD SENTIMENT
 Stopping over In Montgomery on business, Senator George Duncan of Athens in speaking of a trip of some days throughout east Tennessee and over the state of Georgia, stated he had been gratified at the reports he received concerning the strength of those influences in favor of Oscar W. Underwood. T was told that this sentiment prevailed all over the state of Georgia" said the senator, and l know it is true in east Tennessee.
 T am reliably informed that the en- tire delegation of the states of Ten lnessee and Georgia will be solidly for Senator Underwood for President at the democratic convention" Senator Duncan further stated, "and l heard most optimistic reports in the varl- ous sections of the state throughout my trip"
 Senator Duncan commented on the financial condition of Montgomery, saying: The people of the city Of Montgomery are certainly to be con graduated on the successful cam paign of which I have read, In which they have responded 80 liberal1y ro build the new dormitory for Woman s college"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29
Boyden Shoes
 $12.50

The most economical shoe to buy and wear because the quail ity makes them last longer than several pairs of cheap shoes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29

The Tower of London covering an area of IS acres within the Garden rails. forms a precinct in itself.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29

Apartment rents are fixed by a St. Louis landlord, according to the number of children in a family, he figE-inG that each child would dc a certain amount of damage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-10-29

Everything nicely washed and thoroughly rinsed Excess moisture removed. All flat work is ironed and folded, ready for use. Wearing apparel is re- turned damp, ready for starching and ironing Wearing apparel, 5c the pound. Flat work ' cents the pound. Minimum charge 75 cents, applicable to entire bundle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18

reactionary trend had been definitely
checked also exhibited more interest,
although this buying Is still of rela-
lively small proportions.
The usual Weekend profit taking
took place during the afternoon but
these offerings were still absorbed
and prices generally closed around
their best levels of the day. Corn
products was one Of the outstanding
features, closing 1-2 points higher
at 127. Gains of to points also
we're recorded by Federal Mining
and Smelling preferred. Fisher BODY
Nash Motors. Dupont and Wool
worth. the last named closing at
PSI after touching new top for all
time at 243.
Transactions in Baldwin. Stude--
baker and American Can comprised
more than one-tenth of the total
volume of business. each closing
more than point above yesterdays
final quotation. General Motors and
U. S. Steel also were quite active,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18
by Beck

creamery extras (92 score) 441l; cream
cry firsts as to 81 score) 40G44.
EGGS-lrregular: receipts 16.607.
Fresh gathered extras frsts 30q34;
ditto firsts 2Sm-30; ditto seconds and
poorer 25i3 a 27i2.
There was a steadier tone TO the
local raw sugar market today. A little
better inquiry reported and prices were
higher, with Cubas No. J. quoted at
lag cents cost and freight. equal to
5.S1 for centrifugal. Late yesterday
there were sales of $500 bags of Phil
ippines on the basis of 15-16 cents
cost and freight for Cubas. but today
there were sales of 1900 bags OF
Cubas at cents cost and freight and
1000 bags of Cubas and 500 bags of
Porto Ricos on the basis of 4 1-32 cents
cost and freight for Cubas.
While ratherfrregular. raw sugar
futures were generally higher today,
rejecting the steadier feeling in the
spot market. At the outset prices
showed declines Of to 10 points under
renewed selling pressure and Septem-
Der liquidation but offerings were well
absorbed and before midday all the
loss as regained on active covering and
commission house buying with prices
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18

cents. German marks dropped
from 80 to 2s cents million. the
Reichs Bank statement showing an
increase OF more than $4,000, 600, 900. :
600 marks in note circulation.
Call money held at 4 "a per cent
all day. Commercial paper and time
money rates were unchanged.
Closing prices in today's bond mar
ket showed a decided frmness in
practically all classes OF securities
The majority activity was In the
railroad group.
Active United States government
bonds. with the exception of the
third Liberty las, which eased
slightly. improved. Foreign bonds
also continued their move upward.
Serbian SIS, gaining l Is and Chile
So of 1916 and Mexican IS each ad-
vancing /.
Advances of point each were
recorded by st. Paul Kansas City
short line 1-2s, New Haven con-
vertible Gs and Rock Island Refund
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18

each gaining SIS on the day. Oil
shares also made good recovery from
recent heaviness, California Petrol
cum rising 2 points. Philips Pc
troleum 20. s and the Pan American
issues about a point. each. Middle
states and transcontinental oils
made new lows. Pacific oils receded
fractionally, the semi annual income
showing income OF $4,535,1S9, a de-
crease of $2,371 .26l below the same
period last year and earnings of APP
proXimately $3.50 a shore, as against
s195 in the first six months of 1922.
Rails displayed fir mtone but the
net gains. as rule were limited to
fractions. A few issues. including
Chicago Northwestern. Great North
ern preferred and Rock Island Z
per cent preferred closed a point or
more higher.
Foreign exchanges We're heavy with
trading light. Dmand sterling eased
one cent to $3.50 "a and French
francs dropped points to sol Il
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18
NEW YORK MARKET
'''ures OF the Days Dealings in All
the Leading Stocks

view York, Aug. 17.-Good buying
ss "ef was again in evidence in to-
ths, stock market with the result
/ for ~ pitees moved to higher ground
Wac ne fourth consecutive day. There
but ~. siight lessening of activity,
tnne ); ability of the market to con-
|oi ~ us upward course in the face
iuchd;iavorable news developments,
Ia nav, hs the overnight disclosure OF
| ton, deadlock in the coal negotia-
featu,N" was regarded as a constructive
soma us OF pool operations in
mr. vi the leading industrials, after
abont period of inactivity brought
Outsiasso me sharp gains in that group.
|tpps rss Specuiators and Investigators
-~ehly convinced that the recent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18

during the middle session showing net
advances of 10 to IT points. Near the
close there was scattered realizing for
over the weekend and prices reacted.
closing at net advance of l to 10 points.
closing: September 3.9gm December
1898; March 3.44: May 1852.
The market for refined was unset
tied again and prices were unchanged
to 10 points lower with fine granulated
quoted from 100 to IT'S. The demand
continued light, with buyers limiting
purchases.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18
Bradstreet's Report

New York, Aug. 17-Bradstreet's to-
morrow will say: Improvement is the
keyword in a number of lines this week.
In some cases the betterment is mat
ter mainly of tone; in others. a fairly
definite enlargement of trade activity Is
to be noted: in others still, as for in
stance in prices of commodities. par
ticularly food products. the trend is UNI
deniably upward following the exhibit
ton Of last week when the food index
turned up and advances and declines of
all commodities balanced for the first
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18
New York Produce Market

New York, Aug. Il.
WHEAT-spot irregular: No. 1 dark
domestic 1895; No. red winter ditto
1.14A: No. hard winter C track
New York export 1.12%; No. /. Mani
toba 1.22ts and No. mixed durum
ditto 1924.
No white C i New York rail 1.09s
and No. 2 mixed ditto 1.0SM.
OATS-spot firm: No. white 52q
SLY.
LARD-steady; middle west 1850
1850.
TALLOW-Firm: special loose IS;
6.7s. 9a7@i Tvs 0g
BUTTER Firmer:. receipts 1858.
Creamery higher thasl. extras - q 40 h;
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18
FINANCIAL
Business Opportunities


sale. Year round
confectionery. groceries. ice cream.
SOFA. cigar, drugs & novelty business.
Rent of large rooms over store. also
garage Wonderful opportunity
Roh't c. Elliott. a35 Cottage Rd..
South Portland. Me. Tel. 1913.
TO s3H0a-Starts YOU in
business. We want few men who
have made good-to take charge ga
our distributing branches to circc'
the men already at work. hire OF hers.
and fill orders quickly We make ths
nationally advertised ~
AIR-GAGE INNER TUBES
Air Gauge in valve stem of each tube
shows pressure at glance. sells on
sight to car owners. Agents make
big money 400n at work. If YOU can
oualify as Branch Distributor write
at once and we will arrange for You
to come to factory at our expense
Then YOU can decide. NJ. w. Neon
nell. President. Paul Rubber Co. C-l0i
Paul Heights. Salisbury. \. c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-08-18

time in many weeks. At the forefront
of the improvement is to be mentioned
quite an enlargement of the buying Of
cotton goods at large eastern markets,
which has been stimulated by the
stronger tone of raw cotton, the latter
in turn due to- reduction of crop esti.
mates by drough and the slightly better
buying of other lines of dry goods
despite a rather sharp break in the raw
material.