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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
MYTH AND MAGIC
SACRED TREES

From all quarters of the globe come myths regarding sacred trees. In the books of the Mayas and Ma haus a sacred tree is represented as upholding the heavens The ru- cares of Bolivia believed that their god. Tiri. peopled the earth with men by cutting q tree from which came the various tribes of the world.
 In Arabia . palm tree was the ob- ject of special adoration. 'It was particularly reverenced at feasts. when 1t was hung with fine cloths and ths adornments of women"
 Syrfans. Phoenicians and Canaan ites all worshipped trees. as did the Phrygfans and the ancient Creeks. In Babylonian and Assyrtan art a fa- vorite scene was the representation of semi-divine beings seated under Q sacred tree. And the Old Testament tells us that Abraham planted . sa- cred tree at Reersheba-
 German legend says that the gods of the Edda have their homes in sa- cred trees. the principal of which was called Yggrasil. and that "He who cuts down Q tree destroys . genius. All ancient lGermanic tribes consid- cred themselves the offspring of sa- cred trees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
HELPS FOR MOTHER

Begin the new year by starting your children along the road of thrift. A good way to begin is to purchase q bank for each one. The little folks will find great delight in increasing their deposits. If mother occasional ly informs father and others who are interested how much Donald or Janet have saved 1t will be . spur to bet ter achievements. You will be sur- prised how willingly. the little folks w,li drop their coins in the bank rather than spend them at the neigh borhood store.
 Let the children join the Christmas clubs. If you have two children. and you allow them to deposit only 20 cents Q week. they will each have over ts to expend on gifts at the ike wealth to them when the Christ mas shopping days come, 1t will be a pleasure to see how they will enjoy buying gifts with their own money They will take great pride in making their own deposits. If it Is a joint account let them take regular turns in making the weekly deposits.
 To teach thrift give the children an allowance. For very young children this should be just sufficient to cover inc home bank deposit and the Christmas club demand. This will es- tabiish a habit, and as the child grows. older and the allowance is m- creased he or she will just natural Iy slip a. coin ih the bank and lay aside the amount for the Christmas club as soon as the Sallowance is re- ceiyed. The allowance should be suf- ficientl to cover Sunday school con- tributions, school lunches and all pledges sor school collections. Chil- dren enjoy paying their own carfares. iTha allowance handled under the guidance of a wise mother will teach a child the value of money and lay la foundation for sensible economy. Every parent. owes this service to their children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
HOW MUCH SALARY?
By RUTH LEIGH

Do you think 1t is wise for me to accept much less salary than I am receiving now when I take new position? My prospective employer tells me that I will be getting such very valuable experience that it will be worth while working for less."'
 This question was put to me the other day by a young woman, and 1t is one that comes to me in various forms in almost every other mall When, If ever, should one accept less in salary for the sake of this 'valu- able experience" that Is promised?
 I always think 1t Is we'll to accept cautiously those positions that are all experience and little salary. Some employers. in the hope of getting good workers at little money, perience. But if that is the case. 1t is well to have a definite understand ing with an employer as to how much salary you will receive after you have gained enough experience to be of definite value to the firm.
 Simply. working for san indefinite period just "to get experiences" is a blind-alley procedure. If you are worth anything at all to an employer, enough. in your job to warrant re- ceiving a fair salary.
 Of course, there are two sides to the situation. An employer reasons that you are not worth, let us say. $30 a week while you arc new ana inexperienced at the work, so he of fers you, perhaps, $22. Once you are familiar with the work of the hrm. you will be worth more. The expe- rience you get, therefore, Is of as much value to him as 1t Is to you.
 Your first step is to set a certain value on your services. commen- surate with the position in question. Then if during the interview you are offered less than you feel you de- serve, on the grounds of experience to be gained, 1t Is well to have a definite understanding as to when you will receive more.
 "fn three months time," you may say to an employer, you will be able to tell whetheg. or not my work suits you. If 1t does, at the end of that time I shall be expecting to earn so- and -so- much" (Mention the sum Sou expect to receive). "If my work does not suit you, then I am not the person for the position"
 That is a fair, definite understand Ing <on both sides. It does not hurt to accept less money for definite period of time, for the sake of get ting valuable experience. This Is a sort of probation during which you find out whether you like the po- sition, and your employeJ finds out whether he likes your work.
 But have a definite understanding about this matter at the beginning. Then you won't be in a blind alley job and you wont be underpaid for the sake of gaining experience.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
COLDS THAT DEVELOP INTO
 PNEUMONIA

Chronic coughs and persistent colds lead to serious lung trouble. You can stop them now with Creomulsion, an emulsified creosote that is pleasant to take, Creomulsion Is new med icai discovery with twofold action; it soothes and heals the tnflamed membranes and kills the germs.
 Of all known drugs, creosote Is rec ognized by the medical fraternity as the greatest healing agency for the treatment of chronic coughs and colds. and other forms of throat and lung troubles. Creomulsion contains. in addition to creosote. other healing clements which soothe and heal the inflamed membranes and stop the ir- ritation and inflammation. while the creosote goes on to the stomach. is absorbed into the blood, attacks the seat of the trouble and destroys Ahe germs that lead to consumption. ' Creomulsion Is guaranteed satis- factory in the treatment of chronic coughs and colds. bronchial asthma, catarrhal bronchitis and other forms of throat and lung disease. and is excellent for building up the system after colds or flu. Money refunded If any cough or cold, no matter of how long standing, is not relieved After taking according to directions Ask your druggist. Creomuisfon Co.,. Atlanta. Ga.-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
BEAUTY AND HEALTH
By DIR. LILLIAN WHITNEY

Mrs. Vale-Face lifting is legiti- mately done by experts. The idea originated in France of course. A few people do it in this country. although before the war every one who resorted to this treatment had 1t done In France. It Is very ex- pensive. I cannot give you any information on the reducing cream in this column. You must write me privately.
 Discouraged-You must not be dis couraged. The traits you express will spoil what beauty you may otherwise develop, for there is noth- ing so fatal to feminine charms as discontent. Be bright. cheerful, lov- ing, and, above all, helpful. Cultivate the inner qualities all the while pay ing the strictest attention to your physical condition. Let your rule be sufficient to the day. and in one year you will marvel at the change.
 Frank J.-By acne vulgaris" the physician meant very bad case Of pimples that are pustular in char acter ahd spread over the shoulders, chest and back, besides covering the face and neck. An affection of this character requires constitutional as we'll as local treatment. I shall be only too glad to help you overcome U tTOupi0 WhlCh Sou SoHSANSi POSA tive deformity" If you will send me stamped self-addresss envelope for reply.
 M. Y. J.-The temperature of the sleeping apartment should not be over 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh air is not always pure air; the win- dows should be lowered from the top and raised from the bottom. fnany people prefer ventilators, but . good substitute for these is to place a screen before the window.
 Caroline H.-The color of hair. es- peciaily golden, changes with the passage of time, just as the soft, pink skin of childhood Is lost when adolescence Is reached. In rare cases these beauties remain for longer periods, but I would advise against measures to color your hair. It is a most difficult shade to hold. "
 Oliyer--A weak throat can be hard ened by gargling frequently with very cold water (salt water is bet ter) and dashing cold water on the neck until the skin Is red. 1nci- dentally. whether used for sore or weak throat or not, very cold water will harden the tissues in this situ- ation and do much to reducing a double chin and to building up the relaxed muscles. The local uses for hot water, either by means of hot water bag or moist, as in hot water applications, for neuralgia, back ache, toothache, inflammatory con- ditions generally are too familiar to need further mention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
THAT WORD
DOLLAR

Improbable as 1t may seem, our word dollar is of German origin. It's original form was Joachimsthaler. so called because 1t was first coined of silver obtained in Joachimsthal, in what used to be Bohemia before the signing of the armistice.
 In addition to the American dollar, known as the almighty. there are a wide variety of dollars, including the Canadian. the Mexican and silver coins in circulation in various other countries. like Norway, Sweden and Denmark. which the English call dollars" but which are not dollars at all.
 Much has been said about the power of the American dollar. Dur ing the war the allied and associated powers took full advantage of this power. And the American dollar has never been so powerful in history as 1t is now.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
FROM BAD TO WORSE,

the one and only c. B. Shaw. It con-
 cerns an acquaintance who was a schoolmaster and who at the time was taking class of very small
 boys in English grammar. On the board he had wriNen the sentence,
 "The toast was drank in silence asking the class to correct any mis- take they could fine in 1t. For some moments there was no response, but finally youngster held up his hand and at a nod from the master stalk
 ed gravely up to the blackboard to make his correction. When he had finished the sentence read, "The
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
Also fruit effects

pspsodent also Incorporates other principles, learned from the value of certain fruits in the diet. It multiplies the allxaiinity of the saliva, also it's starch digestant. Those are Natures agents for conn., batting acid and starch deposits. PepSodent twice daily gives them manifold effect. just as eating fruit would do. The peoples who con- stantiy eat fruit are markedly iIn- munesto tooth decay.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
In Ten Days
The results will amaze you, if you fight
 the film on teeth

the other removes it without harm- ful securing.
 Many careful tests proved these methods effective. Then a new type tooth paste was created to apply them daily. The name Is Pepsodent. In seven years it has brought to homes the world over a new dental era.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
Will Take Off
 All Excess Fat

Do you know that there is simple, harmless effective remedy for overfatness that may be used safely and secretly by sIimness of youthf There is; and 1t s none other than the tablet form of the now famous Marmola Prescription. known as Marmola Prescription Tablets: You can well expect to reduce steadily and easilv without going u.rough long sieges of tiresome exercise ana starvation diet. Marmola Prescription Tablets are sold by all dl luggists the world over at one dcilar for a box. or you can secure them direct from the MarmoIa Co.,, 46l2 woodward Ave, Detroit, Mich. on receipt Of 2rl,s.. Adv
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
Watch the change.

Quick changes come when Pep sodent is used. They will surprise and delight you.
 Send the coupon for . To-Day Tube. Note how clean the teeth feel after using. Mark the absence of the viseous film. See how teeth become winter as tho 6lm-eoats disappear.
 Then you will realize how much this new method means to you and yours. Cut out coupon now.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
CHANGES.

Politics isn't what 1t tsed to be- sighed the old timer.
 True" answered Senator Sorg- hum. some of the most startling in terviews get by without being de- nied next day."-washington Star.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15

Housewives who dry clothes indoors during the cold or stormy weather should bear in mind that heat rises, therefore lines should be as near the ceiling aR' possible. This will also bring the articles sufficiently high to avoid discomfort in walking around the room
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15

Millions of people have found new beauty, new protection, new delights, through this test we offer you
 1t is time you knew these be1ie- fits if you don't know them now. They are results you need and want. Let this test prove them to you. &
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
Film and offense

Film on teeth Is unclean. It mars beauty. At first that film is viscous. You can feel 1t now. With ordi- nary brushing, much of 1t clings and stays. Soon it discolors and forms dingy coats.
 Film also holds food substance which ferments and forms acid. It holds the acid M contact with the teeth to cause decay. Germs breed by millions in 1t. They, with tar tar, are the chief cause of pycrrhea.
 Few people escape these hlm- caused troubles unless theY fight AAkt film.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
REVENGE.

First Lawyer-I got even with that fellow who black-baIled me at the club.
 Second Lawyer-How?
 First-His wife came to sec me about divorcing him, and I praised him up so highly she's decided to stick to hffn.-Boston Transcript.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
THE sLOW THTNKER

The sIowest thInkerS IlVe Inc longest said an eminent psyeholo- gist.
 Not if they cross the street." said his wife.-LondOn Mail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15

Principal Oriental countries that are producing rugs are China. India. Afghanistan. Beluchistan, Persia. CaucasiA and Asia Minor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
A CANADIAN SARAH BERNHARDT

"A OANADAAN SAAhA NnNnAkAON
 Antoinette Giroux, a young French Canadian girl is being hailed in the dominions as the Sarah Bernhardt of Canada Miss Giroux, who has electrified French-speaking audien- ces ss-with her unusual acting, has sailed for Paris to put her talent to the etest.-Argonaut.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15
REOPEYTNG HOsTHTTTEs

"Pa. how did those prehistoric monsters look?"
 'T really can't remember that sonny; ask your mother"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-15

Dental science, after long re- search, has found two film combat ants. One disinteUates the film,
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
.124Z DEER KILLED.

Revised and complete reports of the
recent deer season in New Jersey
show that total of 1919 bucks were
bagged by hunters during the five days
of legal shooting. This is by far the
largest score ever made in the State
by deer hunters.
Burlington County, as usual, led the
State in the number of deer killed
within it's borders, the corrected score
for that county being ASS, which a
few years ago would have been con-
sidered an excellent seasons total for
the entire State.
Ocean County, with 225 deer killed
was second, and Atlantic with 1S4
holds third place. Deer were reported
killed in other counties as follows:
Bergen, AZ; Camden, 10; Cape May, 8;
Cumberland, IS; Essex, 1; Gloucester
8; Hunterdon, a; Mercer, Z; Mon
mouth, A Morris, II; Passaic, 26;
Salem. As; Somerset, 5; Union /;
Warren, 54. In addition to the above
wardens recovered % deer killed il
legally or found dead in the woods.i
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
COUNTY ITALIANS ORGANIZE.

Prominent Italians of Atlantic Coun-
ty, to the number of nearly hundred,
held a meeting on Wednesday night,
in the Office of the Ruffu Corporation,
Atlantic City, and organized the At
lantic County Republican Legion. This
move practically incorporates all th8
Italian clubs of Atlantic County into
one big organization.
The following officers were elected:
President, Anthony M. Ruffu; Vice
President, James Cimini, Mintola;
Secretary, Frank Ferretti, Atlantic
City; Treasurer, Michael Catizola.
The following trustees were elected:
John C. Rossatta, Hammonton; Jake
Trout, Minotola; Anthony Jacoby At
lantic City; John Falivene, Absecon;
Ben Fogletti, Hammonton.
The executive committee consists OF
P. Rivieri Hammonton; James Cimini,
Minotola, ana Frank Ferretti, of Attain
tic City
On February 10, II and 12, President
Ruffu will represent the Italians OF the
entire State of New Jersey in Wash
ington, when the conference of the
Italian National Republican League
will be held Mr.. Ruffu is sounding
out the local members of his race on
national and local topics, and will re-
port their stands on the various ques'
tions at the national convention.
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
GREAT CHIEFS VISIT.

Visitation Night" held by the
members of Silver Moon Council,
Daughters of Pocohontas, of Somers
Point, Wednesday evening, in honor
of the Great Chiefs of the Great Coun.
Gil of New Jersey, was delightful af-
fair. It was the opening night of the
new Silver Moon Council Hall, on the
Shore Road, and large delegations
from various parts of the mainland
were in attendance. A splendid liter
airy and musical program was rendered
and greatly enjoyed by the large gath
ering present. Following the pro-
gram the floor was cleared for dane
ing, for which excellent music was
furnished. Later in the evening re-
freshments were served
Among the Great Chiefs present
were Past Great Pocohontas Minnie
DeCamp, of Trenton; Great Pocohon-
tas Jennie Post, of Atlantic City; Past
Great Pocohontas Mrs. Cecilia Erd-
man, of Pleasantville.
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
YOUTHFUL HIeHWAYMEN.

Two boys, u years Of age, are in
the city jail here, after confessing to
local police that they held up Mrs.
Marie Linford. of Delilah road, near
her home, and took from her hand
bag containing a check for $28OO and
a small sum of money, Monday night.
The boys were arrested by Chief
of Police Robert Marshall and Capt.
Bellville Naylor. The handbag and its
contents were returned to Mrs. Lin
ford.
According to the police, the boys
followed Mrs. Linford from the center
of the city to near her home. At a
portion OF the road where there are
few houses, they attacked her, and one
of them grabbed the bag from her
hand
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
ENGLISH CREEK

Rev. Alphonso Dare, of st. Paul's M.
E. Church. Atlantic City, with $50
members and his Junior Choir OF forty
voices, conducted the services at AS
bury NJ E. Church, last Friday night
Mr. Dare's theme was what shall a
Man give in exchange for his soul, or
what shall it profit man II he gam
the whole world and lose his own
soul2" The sermon was a wonderful
discourse and will long be remember
ed. After the preaching service an
old fashioned experience meetlng was
much enjoyed. The church was crow
ded to oyerfiowing, and about htty
automobiles were parked on the
church grounds. Sunday morning Rev.
A. H. Burr preached a very interesting
sermon from the subject The quest
for Happiness" There was a large
congregation with several visitors
from neighboring towns. Mr. and MRS.
Elwood Betson, and Mr.. and Mrs. John
Wesley Kelly, of Mays Landing;
Mr. Curtis Smith and daughter, OF
PleasantYille; Mr.. and Mrs, Raymond
Ingersoll, of Atlantic City, and Mr. and
Mrs. Jacob Nagle, -Jr9 OF LlnWooo
were among them.
Revival meetings closed in Asbury
NJ. E. Church Sunday night.
Monday night will be English Greek
night at Central NJ. E. Church. Rev
A. H. Burr will preach and Will be the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Jacob Nagle
Jr., for dinner.
The Needle Kraft Klub VIII meet a
Mamie Steelman's home, THURSDAY al
ternoon Some important business Il
to be transacted.
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
MERCEDES CLUB.

The Mercedes had a meeting with
Miss Dorothy Weller. last Tuesday
night, when plans were made for a
dance, with Miss Grace Vielhauer ap-
pointed chairlady of the committee in
charge Miss Esther Brown was TAX
en- in as a member. The attendance
prize was given by Miss Helen Walker
and won by Miss Gladys Mathis.
Those present were: Miss Esther
Brown, Miss Gladys Mathis, Miss Mar
garrett Huckel, Miss Dorothy Risley
Miss Helen Walker, Miss Grace Viel
hauer, Miss Dorothy Weller, Miss Mil
dred Mack Visitors included Miss
Helen Miller, Mr.. and Mrs. Edward
Weller, Wesley Crawford, Lee Weller
and Miss Winnie Weller.
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
BRIGANTlNE AGAIN.

1t is said that "Old Friends are the
best friends, and this seems to be
true with names as well. Senator
Richards introduced Senate bill No
172, which provides for changing the
name of East Atlantic City to Brigan-
tine. which was the original name Of
the island now under development and
to be linked with Atlantic City by an
automobile boulevard.
Another bill introduced by Senator
Richards for the Brigantine promoters
IS No. II, and provides for anneXing
a portion OF Galloway Township to
EasL atlantic City or Brigantine.
The Pleasantville press., 1924-02-06
AN OLD PROJECT
BY q NEW METHOD.

TO prove the coordination of Allan
tic County Agents and Home Demon
stration Agents Work, millinery
project for men was conducted at the
Poultry Banquet by Mr. Eldred, Coun-
ty Agent Seventy-fiye hats were com
nately the black minorca tail feathers
intended for trimming failed to arrive.
Arrangements We're made for follow
up work by President Packard, Ham
montOn; Dr. Thompson, Scullville; /;
Mr.. Henry Tapken. Egg HarbOr, and
DR.. Thomas, Bargaintown. Thus it
seems that the method Of carrying on
the work through local leaders is be
coming well established in agriculture
extension work, at least in Atlantic
County