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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
LEARNING PART By Wickes Wamboldt

A very estimable' woman said to me the other day: At times l grow completely discouraged with myself. Sometimes it seems to me that, regardless of the length of time I have lived in this world and the experiences I have had, they have taught me nothing. Again and again I find myself wondering if when leave this world I shall know any more than when l en- tered it.
 The state of mind expressed by this woman is not peculiar to her. Almost any thinker who is not an egotist or a Pharisee feels the same way about it. It is mighty healthy way to feel, too. Which type of individual do you admire the more-the one who feels he is not all he should be and is striving to improve in goodness, or the one who thinks he is just about right and is merely waiting for the sum mons to sit on the right hand of the Almighty and judge the world :? Lord deliver us from the latter /! They keep more people out of the church than all the other adverse influences put together.
 A prominent man told me he quit his church because, he said, Il got where I couldn't stand it Sunday after Sunday to see old Joe Mclaughlin sitting up there in the amen corner, with that holier-than- thou expression on his face" Of course, this man was wrong about that. He should not have let his personal prejudices keep him from what was good for him. He had there a weakness to overcome. I'll wager he would not have let old Joe Mclaughlin keep him away from the dining-table.
 Yes, people who have not stopped growing are always taking stock of themselves and finding plenty of room for improvement. And the fact that they find things should encourage rather than discourage. It is sure sign they have not atrophied mentally and spiritually.
 Usually people who are getting ready for any great test doubt that they are ready for it. 1 wonder if any actor ever approached first night performance without this question tormenting him. 1 have seen a number of plays rehearsed. Up to the dress rehearsal one might wonder what the final result would be. To the uninitiated there would seem plenty of grounds for wonder ing if the various players. knew their parts. Yet when the per- formance was put on everybody went through swimmingly, and often the most dubious were the most successful.
 And so it will pi obably be with all of us when we pass from this life into the next. We shall find that we have learned great deal more than we think we have learned and have our lines better than we imagined. But keep up the good work of taking stock of ourselves. And remember that no man is u failure until he is satisfied with himself
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
ITHEFfEAPoT DOME INQUIRY

The inquiry into the Teapot Dome Iii lease to the Sinclair interests has rSne either too far or else not far < skough. It has gone too far for the sfod name of Mir Fall not to suffer unless cleared, It has not gone far efiough, to prove the allegations of isfe9ulhrity. Therefore, the inquiry must proceed.
 Tfe fact that Republican politicians ss.e seeking to head off further hear iKgs because of apprehension lest it fNhct pnfavorably on the party's cam r'l;gn hopes, only confirms the i'm pfession in some quarters that the dSni was improper. The Republicans cAnld have nothing to fear from Falls yihdIeation Eeretorc their fears in-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

open and unmistakable repudiation of the Tammany influence or control. Having chosen New York, let the party justify that choice by con- vincing exhibition of political and moral courage. If there is any trade with sinister and reactionary influ- enees, the Republicans will seize upon it with unerring and deadly purpose. Make no mistake about it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
A Convincing Answer

ILdWreHce OUuHty 1ImeSI
 One of Lawrence county's an. swers to the calamity howlers is the establishment, of cream station in Moulton. Others are three con- smereial ,.clubs in three different towns of. the county; all alive and kicking, a live farm bureau organ ization and ] sensible good roads program,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Roads in a Big Way


 Until Florida began the building of good roads she was, like Alabama, d penny-c0unting, commonwealth. Today she is thinking in terms of millions. for the good roads she has built have drawn men with many millions into her borders. The same is true of North Carolina, Maryland, California and every other state in the country that has had the courage to undertake d big job in big way and carry it through. Here in Calhoun county there is too much of the Let George do.it" sort of sentiment. We have placed too much dependence on the State government and the appropria- tions made. by the federal govern ment. Exep had we voted twice the bond Issue that we aud 4hOrized two ye,lrs ago. there would still not be money enough. for the state 10 furnish good roads to every county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
The Point of View
(Russell Register)

There is a great deal of talk about the "old days and the old ways,"' and many laugh when one says the present is not as enjoyable as in other days. This depends upon the point of view, of course. If fel- low in those days was contented and satisfied with what he had, was he not in a much better fix than those of today 6whe are con- stantly and necessarily crying for more!
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Two Fools in Family
(Springfield Republican)

ISpringfieId RepubIican)
 Old Pop (not to mention namesl was sitting in the store up at Gris- woldville looking glum. Whats the matter, Pop:" inquired the store Keeper.
 My son." answered the old man, advertised in one O them matri- mOnIul paper for a wife
 An did he get any reply?" queried the merchant.
 He did," answered Pop, dis gustedly, from my durter. An it x purity bard to hev two fools in the same family.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
SMILES
Keeping Warm With Ice Cream
tEverybOdy's Magazine)

NbNcTyuOuS AldSdZlHeJ
 With the thermometer near zero one early morning, Chicago man who directs the operation of score of newsboys considered it a good idea to give the boys some food to help them combat the cold. So he invited them all into restau- rant.
 Now order what you want so you'll be able to keep warm when you go out on the street.
 And every mother son of them ordered ice cream.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Satsumas Stood the Test (Dothan Eagle)

Information from Satsumaland is to the effect that the trees were damaged but little by the recent freeze. It has been about twenty five years since a freeze as hard as this one came, and those who go right ahead with the satsuma or ange industry will likely have an abundance of fruit year in and year out
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
THE ALABAMA PRESS
The Best Of All
(Huntsvielle Times)

The great Tennessee Valley sec. tion of North Alabama represents the finest and best section of the whole world. We can prove this by everyone who lives and does busi- ness here. Their whole-hearted in- vitation' to the outside world is to come in and enjoy it with us.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Need For Library <n,. TU.N

The value of a library cannot be measured in terms of dollars and cents, except that it goes over by the money expenditure many times in pleasure and benefit it brings to those who use them. We want to pay for the things that we use, and we generally want to use the things that we pay for. We think De- mopolis can start off library move ment with such an impetus that will carry it right on over the hill and make it one of its most valua- ble institutions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Plea For Equitable Plan
(Gadsden Journal)

\NduSuCn OOuAhdAJ
 The city and county schools are under, two distinct and separate boards. Both are dependent upon the same source of funds. to large extent. Yet control of this fund is vested in only one of these bodies. The state should provide some equitable plan whereby neither board would have this responsibili- ty, and whereby the school funds should be apportioned between the city and county schools, on an equitable and unvarying basis. Then each board would know exactly how much money it would have to spend. and the cause of much friction vOuld he removed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Co-Operative Marketing

(AnualuSla Star) Cooperative marketing has done much to aid the farmers. They are helped in the buying of seeds and fertilizers and in the selling of their farm produce. Farmers can be mu- tually helpful and in no way more than to join in with each other in buying their fertilizers and in sel- ing their product.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
OLD AMERICAN LEAD MINE
Kansas City Starr

hnnSuN CltN Staf1
 The oldest continuously worked lead mine in the, United States is Ut Fre:lericktOwn in Madison cuuli- tys Missouri This mtnc iS more chan one hnnhred years old. An. icnt lava rocks nearly fifty mil linps years old are found in tn;s re- FfoS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
It Is Doubtful

tCleveland Plain Dealer)
 And now they. are charging that the jury wis 'laeked" that made the lok peace prize award. But eyen If it can bc proved, we doubt Il 1t Will sart revolution.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

The European prince who renounced his claim to small throne in order to marry beautiful American girl dem- onstrated his shrewd trading talent by getting something for nothing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Houston Post)

Our government is one of check sand balances" declares a Virginia Democrat. Our Observa- tiom is that whenever the govern ment gets our check our balance dES;lDDVarS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

It is reported that microphone has been invented which can detect the smallest possible sound. It might be of some service in forecasting the silent vote.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

Apparently the reason why the "Unhappily Married Mems Club" in Paris has not filled up with members is that the eligibles do not care to risk making matters worse than they
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
THE tARAGRAPHERs +
Room For Onea More

(AtIanta Constitution The ring is never SD crowded with hats but that there's room for one more
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
Not at All Likely

Louisville Courier-JournaD
 That snowstorm which kept Hi ram Johnson from voting in the investigation is not likely to turn a landslide for the Califor- nia candidate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

It seems that there are so many methods of reducing taxes that the average congressman is becoming fidety from his inability to determine which is likely to be the most popular.
 Secretary Hoover says that con- gress is sick. It seems to have un- limited capacity for relapses, too.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

The Tampa Tribune says that one of the most valuable corners in that city was once traded for a wheelbar- row. Jefferson county faces, a simi- lar trade for its courthouse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

It is said that some of the natives of Africa believe in split thoughts. Such a theory ought to attract polti- clans astride the fence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

Recent news from Philadelphia seems to indicate that Chicago did not have fair claim to her title as the "wickedest city in America"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

The railroads might also bear in mind that the average grade-crossing offers well-nigh unlimited possibilities as a damage-suit developer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
MUSCLE SHOALS AGAIN

~. Nashville Banner)
 It is impossible at this time, with such facts as have been given out regarding the new offer for Muscle Shoals. to determine its value or sincerity. That n determined ef- fort is on to defeat Henry Ford in his ;plan to take over the great power plant is generally suspected. Also that the public, those who want the most possible from the plant, are of one mind that Mir. Ford is the ,an to be in charge of the undertaking is beyond dispute. Mir. Ford is great developer, Il great constructive force. He has achieved so much that the public feels no doubt as to his ability to carry out his Muscle Shoals plans for the country's enrichment. His personality is regarded us essential to the success of the undertakings By the same token, there is reason to believe that the fertilizer trust which for years has been mulcting the country, is determined that his bid for the plant shall not be con- summated. The public, therefore, will rightfully regard with sus- picion all bids from other sources. Their demand is that Henry Ford and no one else have the award.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

There is talk of suing the Box peace plan judges, as if they had not already been more than sufficiently punished.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

A contest was recently held in New York to determine the twenty most beautiful words in the English lan- guage. January 19 is the birthday
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
POSSIRL SD

iSt. Louis Glnbe-DemorraD
 Wonder if. in fifty years. man with Il horse and bsssy won { look as queer as q man weariiis d cVYa- skln cap would HOW.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

It is reported that California; Uni versity students have vocabularies of only five hundred words. Including, perhaps, four hundred sport sounds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
MORE TRUTH THAN PoErR,

NUKE TKOIH THAN POETRY l have a set of wants that I'll
 Attempt to name in simple style,
 And with no reservation; Please notice that I'm not inclined To ask for much; I'd be resigned With blessings of a simple kind,
 And here's my declaration: Investments that will pay me we'll, A pleasant place in which to dwell,
 A raincoat when it's raining; A springy step and one that's light No trouble anywhere in sight, The wit to say things that are bright
 And I will cease complaining. A long vacation now and then, My interests we'll guarded when
 The market takes a tumble; Hair that will stay upon my head, A nose that never will be red, Sweet dreams when I get into bed,
 And I'll be slow to grumble. A manner that the girls will like, A knockout wallop when I strike,
 Sweet music. when Pm dining; A little richer everyday, Youth that will never slip away, A fine job where it's always May,
 And l will quit repining. To have the things want, without The sorrows of delay or doubt,
 No dark regrets to bury; To be as slender as a boy; Each day a nice, new round of joy, That no sad tidings shall destroy,
 And I will never worry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
IN 1850
tNashville Bannerl

tNashvllIe Bannerl
 "O,' dear!" Mrs. De Puyster was heard to say. II don't know what is to become of the girls of this gener- ation. Here they are learning to smoke at fifteen and sixteen, when never even touched cigarette before l wnS twenty"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

anniversary of the South's great pa triot who declared that the most beau tiful word in the language is Duty"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

"HSh fAu AFrcSlStiD1e OFcSS ZIG. A radio fan and a golfer met; For all I know, they are talking yet.
 "Women Demand Equal Rights in Barber Shops"
 As far as We know there is no law to prevent a lady from getting a shave or reading the Police Gazette.
 "The whole population of the United States" says a statistician, "could go motoring at the same time" But that would ruin the grand old sport of pedestrian hunt ing.
 After giving the auto situation the Double o, Ralph DePalma has come to the conclusion that the Triple A handed him the Double X. \ Automobile engineers are over looking a bet. One improvement on the 1923 model would be a sight on the radiator cap enabling the driver to draw bead on the pedestrian.
 Science has advanced greatly in last decade, but no alienist has ever cured a case of Ma-Jong.
 The oppressed taxpayer pays an- nually more for beautifiers than he does for schools, Taxation is but E name,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

We presume the next Dempsey Gibbons scrap will be attended by delegation of admiring fans from Shelby, Montana.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

But when amid the evening hush I sit and hold diamond flush And wait with calm, untroubled mush
 To lean upon the gas, It fills my soul with blank dismay When all the victims turn away And, looking out the windows, say:
 ''I passw 'r
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17
TkNSsleORCE @BEARER

The county board thinks it may get as high as a million dollars for the courthouse property. That's pretty good deal-for somebody. Especially as that's about one-third what the property is worth-with real estate values still soaring.
 The board is very good financier. buying property for more than its worth and selling property for good deal less than it's market value.
 The whole deal to date is pretty good evidence of the kind of business judgment with which the board is endowed.
 Then to expect to build an adequate building for a million and half is another exhibition of childlike faith that is very rare.
 "Plans on Foot for Mosquito Con- trol." Whose foot?
 The Intentional Pass When George H. Ruth comes up to
 face
 A pitcher in a pennant race, And men on third and second base
 Are waiting for hit, And when, with cunning strategy, The pitcher lets him amble free, The passing does not anger me
 One bit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

When An Irresistible Force, Etc. A radio fan and golfer met; For all I know, they are talking yet
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

Science has advanced greatly in last decade, but no alienist has ever cured case of Ma-Jong.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-01-17

Kvaie, on the other hand, is a crusader. Crusaders in American politics seldom get anywhere, or if they do, they seldom hold fast to footholds. Of course, the militant pastor from Minnesota may be the exception which proves the rule.
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07

It is pleasing to the people of Ju- neau where she was born and raised, and especially pleasing to those who had part in developing her news paper and publicity ability that Miss Dorothy Haley is making good to a superlative degree in her position as publicity director for the Aiaska. rail
 road. Her recent visit to the outside in connection with her work took her over a good part of the United States and her pleasing personality and un
 assuming manner won her attention and respect every where she went and as a result of ~her publicity work thousands were induced to visit Alas ka this year or, if not this year, some future year. She talked and wrote AL aska across the continent and back again and her writing, being her own inimitable and efficient style, was in- teresting, pleasing and productive of splendid results. Juneau is proud of Dorothy Haley.-Stroller's Weekly.
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07
LATE HOTEL ARRIVALS
Overland

OVSEI9nQ
 Mary and Catherine Wheeler, F. Wilson, Aberdeen; c. T. Earle and wife, Los Angeles; Lee Hartley and family, Anchorage; B. Judsworth and wife, San Francisco; Chas. AleXan- der, Mrs. E. J. Alexander, Robert Alexander, Berkeley, Alma Bland, Los Angeles, Mir. and Mrs. c. A. Russ and daughter, Emma Sneider. Paul Heply, F. H. Widber and wife, Miss Widber, J. A. Eason, MT. and Mrs. Ashley, MT. and Mrs. E. M. Maurier, San Francisco; Mabel L. Mallett, Fresno, Jessie Mcdonald, Riverside, Mrs. L. M Hubbell, Los Angeles; Margaret Jones, Phoenix, Mir. and Mrs. c. P. Hubbard, Hollywood MT. and Mrs. c. F. Luyden, MT. and Mrs. Nichols, Los Angeles; Nora T. Pond, Halsey. Ore; J. w. Ellingsen, Oregon City; F. J. Flickenstein, A. P. Dahl quist, Mike Stepovich, R. B. Stroman. J. NJ. Doris, Geo. Pappadis, Mary Harrs, Erba Hughes, Chas. Diamond, G. c. Dickens.
 Hotel Sexton
 Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Gucker, Juneau Jas. Sheridan, Cordova; A. Schultz, c. W. Hudson, Seattle; L. F. Driver F. H. Driver, Thomasville, Ga; c. ". Hudson, Seattle; John A. Roland, wife and daughter, St. Paul; Lewis Gluck and wife, Valida and Dorothy Gluck, D. w. Beldon, Phoenix; E. J. McFadden, Chicago; MT. and Mrs.
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07
NOTICE OF SALE

Notice is hereby given that the Probate Court for the Territory of Alaska, Third Division, Valdez Pre- guardian of the estate of John Agam- allan, an insane person, to sell to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described personal property, to-wit.
 The llght or license of the sad John Agamal;al fron the United States U use Seal Island, situated in Prince William Sound, Valdez Precinct, Ter ritory of Alaska, as fox ranch, to- gether with all stock and improve ments thereon, such stock and inn provements consisting of number of blue foxes estimated to be between ten and twenty head, one living house, one chicken house, one store house, three fox houses, one boat shed, two smoke houses, and three chickens; and all other stock and improvements on said island.
 Sealed bids will be received by the undersigned as such guardian, at Val deg, Alaska, until the 31st. day of July, 1924. On the outside of the en- velope containing each bid should be endorsed: "Bid for Seal Island Fox Ranch" The bids may be mailed to the undersigned as such guardian, or the Hon. J. L. Reed, U. s. Commis- sioner at Valdez, Alaska. All bids will be opened at the same time in the presence of said Commissioner, and if the highest bid be deemed ade- quate the Commissioner will order sale of said property to the person making the highest bid therefor. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids. The bidders must be prepared to pay the sum bid upon twenty-four hours notice after the opening of said bids.
 Sale of the property will not be made to any person who is not citi- zen of the United States.
 A. J. DIMOND,
 Guardian of the estate of John Agam-
 allan, an insane person.
 First Publication, daily, July 2, 1924. Last Publication July 22, 1924.
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07
NOTICE TO PUBLIC

MT and Mrs. Wm. Fairman have opened a road house at Mile 7. Chick en dinners served Sunday till 2. Other meals by request. If
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07

w. s. Stuck, Long Beach, Cal; H. B. Adams. Chitina; H. Williams, Se- attle: Mrs. J. B. Dimond, Anna Di mond. Philadelphia; Wm. B. Taylor Philadelphia; Beatrice L. Brod, Ba- kersfield; Cecie Truede1, Long Beach; Chas Callahan and wife, In dependence, Kan; Julia F. Copper thwaite, Elizabeth Woodland, Portland Ore; Nels M. Drugg and wife; w. B. Brocway, Nuka Bay.
 Hotel Van Glider
 Mir. and Mrs. Deyo, New York; Norman c. Stines, London; James Mccain and wife, Anchorage; Edw. Dreyfus, San Francisco; A. J. Di- mond, Sherman Duggan and wife, Valdez; A. Roberts and wife, Otto Schafer, Portland; Mrs. J. B. Beeson, Paul Beeson, Dr. J. B. Beeson; P. A. Brown, Santa Rosa; Fife M. Tam blyn, Long Beach; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Calvert and family, Seattle; H. T. Tripp, Juneau; Mrs. A. Mcdonald, Mrs. NJ. Spiers, Los Angeles; L. c. Pratt, Cordova; w. Carrhart, Colum- bus. O.; Blanche E. Wilder, Crow ley, La.; A. R. Anderson. Seattle; R. Wood, Mckinley Park; L. B. Adsit, New York; w. F. Thompson, Fair. banks; Rev. B. Landsdowne, B. c. Elmer, Anchorage.
 Hotel. Seward
 Miss Marie Frantzen, Latouche; Ed Brooks. Jonesville; P. Nj. Norleis, Al ameda; Iris Williams, Alameda; E. NJ. Charleton, Spokane Peterson and wife. Seattle; Jas. H. Tree, V. E.. Wilo, Velva, N. D.; Vernon I. EW= ing, E. Stewart, San Jose; eta Heis- tad, Martha Fowler, Rockford, H.; Blanche White, Portland; Grace Beau champ, Chehalis; Mrs. E. Mellish, Miss Mary Miller, Fairbanks; E. Nc Mahill, A. C. Simmons, Anchorage; Mrs. Ew Braekre, E. D. Starr, Mike Weigaoft, M Speir, Mrs. I. A. Crook, Orion, Col. MT. L. Rasenstein, Tue son, N. E. Hyman, Seattle; pr. Nc Callie, Nuka Bay.
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07

Bathing Suits, Urbach's
Seward daily gateway., 1924-07-07

Miss Irma Marsh of Anchorage was united in marriage this week to Dick Sessions, purser of the government steamer General Jacobs. The wedding took place at the apartments of Miss Vera Russell, at Nenana. The young couple are now on their way down the river on their honeymoon trip.