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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
Edgar P. Allen, Washington, D. C.. March 14, 1924.
Warden Harris Defends KiIby Prison

To the Editor of The Age Herald:
 Hanging in front of me is a little card reading, "Of what shall a man be proud if not of his friends:" Contemplation of this sen. tlment actuateS me to write you this open letter. Positions come and positions go. but humanitys needs. life's true principles and valued trusting friends are very permanent considerations.
 The operations at Kiby Prison and my stewardship here are under fire from masked batteries. am philosophical about it and Ii the consequences were entirely personal to me l would ignore the offensive. But. let ters l am receiving from old friends show that the injustice of the attack contains a sting for those who with me. come before self. and it is therefore in fairness to my friends that I am making this statement. Incidentally. hereby express my deep grati. tude for the utterances of sympathy. under standing and confidence I have received.
 am warden here for three reasons: CD Because of the recommendations of sponsors who know something of me as man from long acquaintance, and something of me as an official from observing the results ob-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

Foreign designers of women's apparel an- nounce that simplicity will be predominant in this years styles; but the usual complica- tons in prices will prevail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

Announcement that Burbank has developed q prune six inches in diameter might be vel come news, if it wouldn't reopen the flood gates of clearinghouse jokes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
The Once Oueras
By H. L. PHILLIPS
The ook.Lcggcrs Enter the ''Booklegger.""

After a running battle on the high seas federal officers the other day seized power boat loaded with objectionable books from Europe. Several hundred "cases's of 3itera- ture were confiscated.'g e& sss<ss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

It is reported that Governor Davis of Kansas would prefer to return to his farm than to be president. It is just as we'll that a mans tastes should be within the limit of possibilities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

This bookkeeping evil is apt to reach alarm ing proportions. F'rinstance-
 Scene: Office of Book Addict.
 Characters: MT. Jones, the addict. Tony, a booklegger
 Tony (enterins with bulsing pockets) |: Good morning ;. bad weather, ain't it? v Jones: Yes. Did you bring the stuff? Tony: Sure. I've got an awful good line ncw-just off ship that got in yesterday. Jones: What brand? .. -. Tony: I got sumpin direct from Arthur Schnitzler.
 Jones had some of his stuff The Case novas Homecoming lot was fair, but the last case got from him was weaker. Tony: l don't handle nothin' that's di. luted, boss, if I can help it, but of course there's bound to be more or less nonkeyins with all literature you get these days, and it't hard to tell when you get case of books whether it's the real stuff or not '--
 Jones: Why, I'm almost afraid to touct literature any more. .;r
 Tony (taking a book from under eoat) Here's one just got from Canada. Try it Jones: What brand?
 Tony: Sherwood Anderson.
 Jones Gin delight) Old Sherwood |. An derson? .a.
 Tony: The same. I've sold a lot of An derson to my best customers and ain't had a complaint.
 Jones: How much?
 Tony: Sh-h-h. can let you have case for $1SO. If you buy it by the volume it'll cost you more.
 Jones: Got any real old Balzac, Baude, laire or Ibsen? Tony: Nav. Nobody can get that real old stuff any more. They don't make it. Jones: A friend of mine got a case of Balzac for $125 last week.
 Tony: It musta been fake.
 Jones: It had the Balzac label
 Tony: Aw, you can't tell anything about literature no more by the label.
 (Slow curtain)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

During another similar test there was con- siderable confusion. The white mouse placed in the cage with an even more bizarre novel gained a pound the first day. It seemed to thrive on this kind of reading matter. The federal analysts were puzzled, but soon cleared up the mystery. They found the white mouse had formerly lived in public library. ..''c
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
SOME QUESTION ARo,-r TIT

A Texas professor says the Saturday night path IS a fad. We would question the pro. lessor A fad is something that generally is overdone- Detroit News
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
The Alabarra Press
Opinions of other EditAru

Editors Note-Below are editorial ex- pressions from the state press on the prefer. ential primary election of March 11.)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

It is understood that it was all guaran- teed to be pre-war stuff
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
GENERRALLY SPEAKIN(;

It is usually the case that the loudest champion of free speech has more than he can use.-SSt. Joseph, Mr., Gazette.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

The government is very disturbed. It will send revenue cutters to sea at once with crews under orders to search all ships libra. ries outside the three-mile limit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

oAd-ciass matter. act of Congress March 6. 1873. FREDERICK l. THOMPSON. .. PRESIDENT 4 NEWS BUREAUS-Wsshington, 800 Davidson Building; State Capital Montgomery Journal ButIding; Tennessee Valley. Decatur Daily Building; Tuscaloosa, News Building; Jasper. Mountain Eagle Building; Anntston. Star Build lng; Gadsdenag Journal Buiidiug: Muscle Shoais, Tri-Cities Daily Building.
 SUBSCRIPTION RArEs-sy mall. payable n advance in United States and Canada; Daily and Sunday. one year. $500; six months. e+.oo: xhres months, S2.2s: one month. sSc. Daily only: One year, s650; six months. s325; three months. s175; one month. 75o. Sunday only: One year. 32.60; six months. S1.50; three months. dsc: one month. 25.
 By carrier. where carrier delivery is main- tained: 20c per week. s5c per month. k MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS-Ths Associated Press is exclusively entitled to :he pss for publication of all news dispatches credited to 1t, not otherwise credited In this paper and also local news published therein All rights of republication of special dispatchss gre also reserved.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18

Spite And Prejudice Injected.-The whole trouble with the campaign against Alabama's senior senator was that it was based on the wrong proposition. It was not a campaign for something. It was a campaign against someone, against the leading citizen of the state. in which spite and prejudice were the leading factors, and many men throughout the state of real integrity and high character were misled by propaganda into believing the statements sent out.-Florence Times
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-03-18
THE AGE-HERALD
FREDERICK I. THOMPSON. .. .. PRESIDENT

& Entered at Birmingham, Aia., post office as ssc-
 1n6-class matter. act of Congress March (. 1873.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
NORTH ASHFORD

Last week M Darwin Lewis went ln 4 business trip to Boston, at which lime he purchased an automobile.
 Con iderable excitement was eaus- ed eurlv sunday morning when the
 chimney apt .he home of Archie Green caught fire. The men from the neigh kafhoad quickly responded No dam ars Was done because the fire did not break through the chimney walls. All are thankful for this marrow escape, a tbe morning was extremely cold.
 Mis- Edith C. BueH. teacher of the Bueu Q trilt School held her Christ mas exercises on last Friday after aaaa Tho parents and friends pres sIt iisi -aed tu Che exercises by the children. ard enjoyed chem. Popcorn bails. ribbon eandE and am orange were given each child besid ss toys, dolls. books and other gifts from the rfcttv tree. santa Claus was triiie late. bat he received royal welcome when he merrily arrived
 The officers and teachers of the sunday school have been busy as bees getting ready fer large Christmas tree and big time at the ehureh on Christmas night. The children will sneak pieces. "Goodies" will be given Co ali the children. The special com mittee have exhausted their wits in buying seasouable gifts for every boy and girl santa Claus is scheduled to arrive promptly by airplane. and has promised to remember every child who comes out.
 The Christmas exercises of the North Ashford public school were held on tho evening of Thursday Dee. ls. The several songs by the school and rrcitatious by the pupils revealed to all che thoreuRhness with which Miss susan Chilkott the teacher has sue cessfully taught the children. Each pupil received a bag of popcorn and some presents The evergreen tree was tastefally decorated The num- ber of the presents received by the teacher show in what high esteem her pupils regard her.
 Gold k produced n nineteen counties of che State of North Carolina.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
CONNECTICUT PLANS
 A STRICT MARRIAGE LAW

Amendments to the state marriage laws designed to prevent nasty mar riages, discover perjury in the appli- cation for license, check mesalliances, and decrease divorce. are embodied in bill which will be presented to the state legislature at the coming ses- sion with the backing of many of the welfare organizations of the state.
 A five day interval between appli- cation for and issuance of licenses would be required, both parties would be compelled to present themselves in person to the license bureau and swear Co the truthfulness of state ments in the application, and appli- cants who have been divorced or whose marriages have been annulled would be compelled Co present cer- tifcates showing their exact legal status Parental consent would be re- quired for the marriage of persons under twenty-one years old and the consent of the judge of probate would be necessary for persons under sixteen.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
PUTNAM POLICE ON LOOKOUT
Poultry Quarantine to Be Enforced
 Strictly In Conn.

Putnam police are on the lookout for any poultry being brought into or through the city in violation of the quarantine laid down by the state com missioner Of domestic animals, James M Nhitflescy. The fatal chicken Haiady SO prevalent in New York tate and the west. has already invad- sd the territory around New Haven and Waterbury. and the commissioner md his force are very anxious to keep
 from spreading further, While the iseazp does no harm C. human beings,
 is fatal Co poultry.
 0uls seven hours after d fowl ls af secfed fl dies. So highly contagious IS h. aiimert that once it gets into q .aek there is iittle chance of saving 4nV dT f Thus the loss will be enor- .ous iu men owning big flock of aeHs. + would also have the effect of posting the price of eggs.
 Special Deputy Roy Ellis of the de untment 8f domestic animals was in sa~n oyer Che weekend covering the territory roundabout Putnam Co be are that there were as yet no signs f Che disease here Because it k re. aeted 10 have reached some parts of Rhode Island, the local police will ab- 8iately forbid any fowl from out oi she state being brought in, in accord ance with the order of the domestic animals department and the governor
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
CLUB DIES PEcHEURs
Taboo Fish Prom Meau.-Will Eat
 Little Roast Pig

Club dcs Pechcur. the fishcrmen's g club af the north end of the city, head ed by Alphanse Bouaeier. former hre eniel ct al.. is at it again.
 \ hile the club has closed its season ot angling. trolling aud fishing with drop lines, it k still going strong ou Che cats NeSt Sunday. in St. Jean g8Ht sfe hall Providence street, club members and invited friends will gath. cf ai weli-sprtad tab.l for a feast of cragklinR chat delicious morsel, roast pig. made famous hg the essay of Charles Lamb.
 Tbefe#WiA be every ding en the b.il of fare bat Ash Tn Hshermen's club members see so many Hsh h. let them tell Che story. during the fishing season in the nearby lakes ponds and brooks, thut when thUY sit down to d meal they taboo anything with a im from the menu Fine pest Christmas meal this year Willcost the liv of several baby porker- that have been corn fed for several weeks
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
PLEASING SERVICE
Christmas Masie and Reading by Mis-
 Rose Walsh of Franklin

The services at the Second Congre- gatianal church on Sunday were large ly attended and much pleasure was eN- pressed at the beauty of Che two ser- vices.
 The girls vested choir. assisted by the regular choir. sang at the morning service An impressive processional comprised of sixty singers opened the service The musical numbers wete ,'ln old Judea, "Christus Magnas. and Sing 0 Heavens.
 ha Rev. Mir Richards preached an inspiring sermon on Christmas, Its Real Meaning.
 he evening service commenced et 6.45 o'clock with an orgnn recital by the orEauist Kenneth sharpc Ihe beauty of the tone uf the new org ta was evidenced iH the elections.
 March of the Aaei and "FHiasic ui old Carols
 Mr Richards upenei lhc service and rgad Che Christmas Scripture
 N zs Walsh. whu p9rseHtFli 4H Dykes arbp Other Wise Man. was most inspiring as she read of the aili- sf sIse man Who failed 5n Bls quest of
 r h0 King because hu topped c. rer- dor aid and comfort ls those who iuz poflmld h.m oH hs w8y. yet found the king at the end ll hfs life because 8f his services tu the least of these 2
 Nevins Alteration, by Che choir, followed The solo numbers were by . Mrs Robinson. Miss Ellis. Mrs, Wal Ger Wheaton. William Wheaton and Mir Jenkins The credit for the day $ i beautiful program is due Edward Scott DuHey and Miss Gertrude War ner, directors of the two choirs.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
BIRTHDAY SURPRISE
 FOR MRS MAGNANT

Mrs. Armand Maenant of Battey street was rendered q surprise party at her home Friday evening in honor of her birthday. The guests who were gathered presented her a beau tiful ring set with three turquoise. Refreshments which had been pre- pared without the knowledge of Mrs. MaNnant were served by her sisters. Games and music were enjoyed dur. ing The evening. fhose present were Mfr. and Mrs. Fred Bruaelle. Misses Pauline and Beatrice Dusseault, Mr. and Mrs Michel Magnant. Mrs. Pierre Magnant and Mir. and Mrs. Armand Magnant and family.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
FIERY, ITCHY SKIN QUICKLY S00THED
 BY THIS SULPHUR

Men,ho-Sulphur. a pleasant cream. will soothc and heal skin that is irri- tated or broken out with eczema; that is covered with ugly rash or pimples, or IS rough or dry Nothing subdues fiery skin eruptlons 50 quickly, says a noted skin specialist
 eThe moment this sulphur preparation Is applied the itching stops and after two or three applications, the eczema is gone and the skin is delightfully."- clear and smooth Sulphur is 70 precious as a skin remedy because ii destroys the parasites that eause the burning, itch ing or dishgurcment Mentho-SuiphnF always heals eczema right up
 A small Jar of Rowles Mentho-Sul- phur may be had at any good drug store.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
HOME FROM SPRINGFIELD
 FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Miss Celeste Reaves, daughter of Mrs. 4. k. Saunders of School street, and Miss Hazel Perry. daughter of Mrs. Almira 4. Perry of School street. returned home Tuesday from Spring field. Mass. where they are students at Bay Path Institute. School of Busi- ness Training, to spend the Christmas holidays They will remain in Putnam until January }. when they will return to Springfield for the opening of the new term and for the large New Years party which is to be held at the school on January under the aus rices uf the Massachusetts Club
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
NATIVITY PLAY HAS
 BEAUTY AND THRILL
Pomfret People Reproduce Scenes of Birth Of Christ
 For Thirteenth Time
Every Scene Impressively Done Setting and Lighting Beautiful

The thirteenth presentation of the Pomfret Nativity play was success fully given Sunday evening at Pom fret Hall. Only once was the page ant given. the extreme cold doubtless keeping away many who would have gone Co make up the audience for the second performance.
 After singing of Christmas carols by the audience, which just filled the little hall. the Rev Mir. Gordon of Pomfret, late of Franconia, N. H., read in quayering tones, the story of the Nativity from the Bible, while everyone gave respectful attention. Then the lights were lowered and finally extinguished, and from behind the lowered curtain came the words of Silent Night, Holy Night"
 A moment later the screen was rais- ed and the Annunciation scene. in which the Angel tells Mary that she IS to be blessed among women, was presented. Without uttering a word the Angel impressed her message upon the Virgin and the audience.
 The master shepherd and his band held the stage in the second scene. To them the angel appeared with her message, and then the heavenly hosts came on By their gestures and quick starts the shepherds expressed surprise at these marvels as eloquent ly as with words.
 The third scene was the most im- pressive of all. The visit of the shep- herds Co the manager. the dignity and solemnity of Joseph in receiving them. and then the coming of the wise men with their heraids and at tendants, were all very exeellently and beautifully done.
 All of the characters played their parts 90 well. and the lighting effects and the settings were so well done that the play was well worth the eager. reverent attention which the audience gave.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
BATHING CASE
 NOT ADJUDICATED
Action Similar 10 One Started In Woodstock Withdrawn
 Before Court

Situation Similar to Roseiand Lake controversy Which Was Abandoned
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
STATES ATTORNEY sEARLs
 WILL MEET LAWYERS

The criminal terra of the Windham County Superior court will be held in Putnam in January. States Attorney Charles E Searl has notified members 5f the bar that he will meet attorneys in consultation n criminal matters at his office in Putnam. Saturday, De cember 27th. from f0.30 Q clock q. m. Co 3.30 o'clock D. ni.. and at the office af Attorneg Samuel E. Harvey. Willi- mantle Monday December 29th, from lE30 o'clock il. m. to l.30 o'clock P. m.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
ENTERTAIN AT WHIST
 WEDNESDAY EVENING

At a whist party of eight tables held at the home of Mir and Mrs. lldeee Dupre of Woodstock avenue, Wednesday evening. the first prize was won by Mrs. C. Marcel and the consolation prize was given to Mrs. Orise Girard During the evening re- treatments were served by the host ess and the guests left late well satis- fled with their evenings entertain ment.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
How Buckley maneuvered
Lake Once Palieed

.fhe lake has been used or bathing purposes during Che warm months since the controversy was iuaug gaHs,t= ad Ll the atate department ef he8it
 which at one time laa ,I.e .ase pa tfolled by the stafe police and even
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26

God X produced in nIncteen counties of che State of North Carolina.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26


 A controversy in the town of Gov. entry as Co whether cottagefs could safh during the summer months in q lake that vas used al q source of 8Hbije water supply has been settled gt Inc threshold of the Superior court. h view of a similar situation nris- fag in Putnam and Woodstock last summer. when the State Board of Health issued an edict forbiddinR bathing in Roseland Lake, the source of Putnams water supply. caused one arrest and then apparently abandon cd the attempt t0 stop bathing by the public. the case is of peculiar interest in this territory.
 Better Had Court Decided
 IL would have been enlightening to E have the case tried before a judicial I tribunal and decision rendered. Thi. would have also been q settlement of lthe matter once and for all
 Major John Buckley of Union. counsel in the Coventry case, was also, 1t is understood, retained as counsel l in the Woodstock case. As reported Fin a Hartford paper the story of the l Lake Wamgumbaug case was as fol- l lows.
 "The to bathe or not to bathe' con- troversy that gave publicity to Lake Wamgumbaug in South Coventry virtually closed yesterday with every thing status quo after year and several months of wrangling.
 "The controversy started during the summer of l9Z3, when the state de partment of health attempted Co stop lhe eottaRers about the lake from bathing because of possible contamina- tiou of the water supply for South Coventry.
 Action Withdrawn
 "It practically ended yesterday when the South Coventry Water Sup pig Co. withdrew its action which would bring the case tD trial in Che Superior court of Holland county on Monday.
 "This procedure is looked upon as virtual victory for the eottagers. who, under the leadership Of Major John Buckley, have succeeded in q series 8f complex court manenvers in main taining their rights to bathe. How Buckley Maneavered
 Major Buckley flied an application to atop the water company from us= ing the lake as its supply reservoir, claiming that distribution of the wa Ter was illegal. as the lake is situated within half a mile ut T cemetery. The company then went tp court with an application which Was contested by l Major Buckley on the ground that fl was aot filed by the proper party. as ! the company was Hot s property hold Ier
 Lake Once Policed
 .Thp lake has been used for bathing purposes during Che warm months since fhe controversy was iHaug JHat= l ad Lx the state department ef he8lt5 which If one timH taa ,6e 4ake pa= tfolled by the stafe police and even caused one bathsi 50 a, ..tfe-zea.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26
Rheumatism Due to Germs

If suffer from rheumatism, umbago arths, or other ailments a similar nature toxins blood. My SCIENTIFIC HOME TREATMENT FOR RHEUMA- TISM will drive the poson of system and rheumatism will be thing of the past Send Pc for sample and plan of DO IT NOW. J. M C., P O. BOX 260 PROVl- DENCE, RI.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-26

Captain Robert Dollar, owner of the Dollar Steamship Company, is said to be the "Cappy Kicks ot Peter E.. Kyne's stories.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1924-12-02
Panic
7 FIRE in the Juvenile Deten-
Al ton Home. 1902 y. Capitol

FIRE in the Juvenile Deten.
Al ton Home. 1902 y. Capitol
LII Ave. yesterday afternoon.
threatened 20 cause panic among
the youthful inmates. Frightened
boys kicked out door panels and
window panes in their frenzy TO es
cape.
The fire departments prompt ar.
rival Gained the incipient but active
paric-
Az over an inconsiderable blaze in
the supply-room and a wisp Of
smoke eddying through corridors.
They were just children and per
haps excItable. But adults are as
easily moved to frenzy by fire. A
whiff Of smoke and a cry OF Fire"
will turn any orderly assemblage
into frantic mob.
It is not fear OF death that mad
dens.
For the same crowd on a sinking
ship would drown with composure.
The Titanic. Lusitania and numer-
ous marine disasters reveal the
heroism Of ordinary people.
But confiagration inspires wild
terror. Il may be an echo from
mans prehistoric past when fire
was an infrequent and awesome visi
tation kindled by lightning Though
he now starts It with & match, and
it's an inestimable service. he still
fears it. And perhaps more here
than hereafter.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1924-12-02

n HRISTMAS IS approaching.
Shoppers have A festaI air.
N windows ana stores have
donned holiday garb.
Wonderful toys are displayed.
Dolls that make little girls squeal
with glee. And mechanical play
things for little boys. who view
feminine trinkets with disdain.
For children. Christmas. and toys.
form an inseparable trio that
radiates happiness and cheer.
Every day before shop windows
gather little folks with noses fiat
tened against the glass, devouriug
the marvels with their eyes. Grown
ups also feel the fascination. And
before toy windows pause more
Zrowuups than youngsters.
For in every one there remains
much or the child And we never
get over playing with our toys.
Although in maturity these no
longer consist Of brightly painted
gewgaws. Our playthings are the
fsnCiest Of Imagination. With which
We people a make-beheve world of
our own contriving. In which we
dwell
Which perhaps is well. For
happiness does not consist Of phy-
steal surrounding Il Is Of the
spirit.