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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
ORIGIN OF ELKS
 RETOLDBY ACTOR
Harry J. Armstrong Re. views City's Pioneer
 Theatrical History

The story of the organization of the "Jolly Corks," forerunner of the Bene- yolent Protective Order of Elks, and glimpses of things theatrical in the early days of Birmingham, were recount ed Tuesday afternoon at the Elks club by Harry J. Armstrong, veteran mins- trel man, who is one of the four living members of original Jolly Corks," and charter member-of the first Elks lodge.
 MT. Armstrong, who is 75 years of age, has been behind the footlights for 59 years, and in addition to his story of the organization of the Elks, told of some most interesting stage experi- ences, having been connected with prac- tically all the big minsterel organiza- tions, as premier end man and comedi- an, since the close of the Civil war.
 In the late seventies MT. Armstrong appeared in Birmingham with the Haverly minstrels. At that time there was no opera house in the city and the minstrel was staged in the Sublett hall on Second avenue. He appeared in the O'Brien opera house in the eighties and since that time has not visited the city until this week. He spoke of the late Capt. F. B. O'Brien, George Rapps, and number of others, pioneers of the stage here. He expressed great astonish- ment and much qualification at the growth and development of Birmingham With four other veterans of min. strelsy, Eddie Horan, dancer; George Cunningham, acrobat; Tom English tamhorine expert, and Al Edwards cornetist, MT. Armstrong is appearing at the Lyric the first half of the week in unique minstrel act, that is re- markable from the fact that the com bined ages of the troupe totals 313 years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
COUNTY TO PAVE
 LOCKWOOD ROAD
Extra deputy Sheriff As signed To Warrior
 District

Arrangements were made for the con struction of a paved road around part of Edgewood lake at an executive ses- sion of the board of revenue and mem- bers of the Kamram Development company Tuesday afternoon, it was announced by Capt. Lacey Edmondson. president of the board.
 Because of certain legal technicali- ties, formal action was postponed until regular meeting of the board and a committee consisting of s. R. Batson, member of the board, and County At torney Ernest Matthews, was appointed to report on the matter. The Edge wood amusement park was acquired a few weeks ago by the company, which is composed of members of Kamrar1 Grotto, and intends to enlarge the park.
 At the regular meeting Tuesday morning, the board voted to authorize an extra deputy sheriff to work in the vicinity of Warrior. Thie motion was upon the recommendation of Sheriff T. J. Shirley. The city of Warrior is to pay the deputy $50 a month and the county $100.
 The offer of the Southern Gravel company to sell the county several acres of land, including q gravel pit, which could be used as convict camp No. 4, was renewed. The price asked is $175,- GOO. The matter was referred to s. R.. Batson and John A. Lewis.
 The Bessemer Engineering Construc- tion company was authorized to improve two additional miles of the Porter road at the same price being paid for present improvements, and Highway Engineer H. G. Culverhouse reported that the bridge on the Flat Top road has been completed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
WOMEN TO AWARD
 SCHOLARSHIP HERE
Voters League Lays Tentative
 Plans Of Offer

Tentative plans for the awarding of a scholarship to Birmingham-South ern college by the Jefferson County League of Women voters were formu lated at a meeting of the executive committee Tuesday.
 The scholarship is to be awarded or the same plan as was used in awarding the one of Howard, won by Miss Ger. trude Tidwell. During the summer four lectures were given on various phases of the world court and then those trying for the scholarship wrote essays.
 The subject of the Birmingham. Southern scholarship contest, very likely will be Education for Peace, Mrs. J. NJ. Hankins, president of the league, stated.
 A committee consisting of Mrs J. F. Harris, chairman; Mrs. F. M. JackSnn, Mrs. R. A. Clayton, Mrs. J. M. Minter, Mrs. c. B. .Jaynes and Mrs. Hankins was appointed to con slider the plan. The committee is to report at the next executive meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
VERDICT RETURNED
 IN BRADFORD CASE
Sealed Verdict Brought In By
 Jury Tuesday

The jury in Circuit Judge William E. Forts court considering the case of Roy Bradford, charged with killing Hugh Davis of Cardiff, on November 9, returned a sealed verdict Tuesday night after deliberating one hour and thirty minutes. The verdict will be opened by Judge Fort Wednesday morning.
 From testimony given in the case, Bradford is said to have hit Davis on the head with blunt instrument dur ing an argument over $1 in a crap game. The defense was based on self defense, witnesses testifying that Davis was carrying a pistol at the time of the fight. Witnesses for the prosecu- tion asserted that Bradford had made threats against the slain man.
 Bradford was arrested immediately after the fight, and was released on $10,00O bond following hearing on a writ of habeas corpus before Circuit Judge John Denson two weeks ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
HEARING IS SET
 FOR PIPE PLANT
Stockholders Claim Assets Of
 Company Are Wasted

Hearing on the petition of G. W. Beggs and other minority stockholders of the Birmingham Pipe and Fittings company, that the company is insolvent and that it's assets are being wasted, was set for ? o'clock Thursday after noon by Judge William NJ. Walker of the chancery division of the circuit court Tuesday.
 The petition is signed by c. W. Beggs, J: r. Beggs, R. F. Beggs and J. W. Fortenberry. The respondents named in the bill of complaint include the Bir- mingham Pipe and Fittings company. and the Southern Pipe and Foundry company, the Sloss-Sheffield Steel and Iron company, the North Birmingham Trust and Savings bank, K. A. Fonville, C. l.. Stephenson and H. O. Bernard.
 The petition alleges that the Birming ham Pipe and Fittings company has assets worth $100,000, but that it sus- pended operation several years ago. and that the Southern Pipe and Foundry company has leased the plant, although the contract contained no clause gov eernlnS payment while the shops were Idle. 0. l.. Stephenson and H. o. Der nard are alleged to be stockholders in both companies.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
TRIAL OF MBRIDE
 SET FOR WEDNESDAY,
To Face Jury On Charge Of
 Assaulting Policeman

Trial of Hub Mcbride, one of three men indicted for the assault on Spe- cial Policeman G. D. w. Stephens on October 8, is scheduled to start before Circuit Judge William D. Fort Wednes- day morning.
 The other two who are to be tried later are Edgar Zevoes and Hayes Will Hams. The assault is said to have been made on Twenty-third street between Avenues H and I. The trio is charged with beating the officer severely after he had admonished them for using profanity.
 After the assault, Mr. Stephens was confined to a hospital for week. Me Bride is now under an 1S-month sen tence in federal court for violation of federal liquor laws, stay of execution being granted so that he could stand trial under the present charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10

The first days sale of tickets for the movie far surpassed the fondest hopes of the committee in charge, it was an- nounced at Community Chest headquar- ters Tuesday night. Proceeds from the seat sale will be given to the chest fund.
 Beginning early Tuesday morning, clerks at Clark and Jones Piano com uay were busy the entire day distrlbut- ing the tickets. There are COCO tick cts on sale, and it is expected that the S. R. O., sign will be out long before the start of the peri rmance at :oo o'clock Thursday night.
 Early Wednesday morning, electrl- clans with the company will begin the installation of the necessary electrlcal equipment which will be used in stag ing the movie. Wednesday evening, the entire company will take part in dress rehearsal of the sketch written by Gus Weinburg, one of the principals with the company. The title Of the sketch has been kept secret and will not be known before Thursday night.
 All To Be Seen
 Every member, from Thomas Meighan, the star, to the property man with the company, will be seen in action on the stage. Meighan has promised those who attend q surprise. lie has refused to tell anyone what it will be other than to say, that he will be seen in role entirely different from the hero parts he has in the past been cast Tn.
 Following the performance, dance will be held under auspices of the junior league in the auditorium. Thomas Meighan will lead the grand march, with Birmingham girl to be chosen from among the audience.
 This is the first time complete movie has been produced on the stage of legitimate theater. Thomas Meighan has appeared in public before in other cities but this is the first time that he has consented to appear in a sketch written especially for him and other members of the company for the benefit of charity or for any other pur- pose.
 While on location Tuesday at Boork- side, Lila Lee was approached by a girl who has been trying to raise money enough to nave CoIlLhuhlIS ChAls lhisas tree and party for the city of the mining town.
 After few minutes of explanation Miss Lee gave $25 toward the fund and asked other members of the company to contribute.
 It was holiday in Brookside during the entire day. School was dismissed when it became known that Thomas Meighan was to appear on location. And every school child in the town had the opportunity of heinz photographed with the man they had many times seen or the screen but for the first time to- day, was able to see in person.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
ORCHESTRA WINS
 WARMEST PRAISE
Fritz Reiner Rated As One Of Outstanding
 Leaders

The Cincinnati Symphony orchestra under the baton of Fritz Reiner, gave two memorable performances in .Bri mingham Tuesday at the Municipal auditorium.
 The afetrnoon performance was uni que in that 5000 school children were admitted to the concert free of charge as a stimulus to musical appreciation and education. This great educational musical achievement was made possible by the generosity of group of busi. ness men.
 A most attractive program was ar ranged, Conductor Reiner seeming to bear in mind chiefly the plan to give to his youthful audience selections that would present melody and entertain ment in the highest form, and yet not be too taxing. The result was a suc- cess so far as the audience was con- cerneG.
 The members given, and rendered with exquisite beauty and fine effect by this splendid orchestral ensemble, lltluleu ocluDtIC SpIlSuOS MdECL Militaire," the William Tell Over ture," "Barcarolle from the Tales of Hoffman," selections from Tschaikow- sky's "Nutcracker Suite," MacDowell's $ ''To a Wild Rose," and Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite." Thus was represented the music of various nations and composers German, Italian, Russian, Norwegian. American.
 The arrangement of the orchestra varied from the conventional, being modern and very effective, Dr. c. D. Glenn, superintendent of schools, spoke briefly, commenting the occasion, and thanking the citizens who had contrib uted so generously.
 The Night Performance
 The night performance was splendid exhibition of orchestral skill and classic readings. The "Dr. Freischuetz'' Overtime opened the program, and was followed by the Cesar Franck Sym phony in D mincr" In this great symphony MT. Reiner gave an interpre- tation worthy of his fame, revealing to his hearers true insight into the depths to tonal beauty, the melodic charm. and all the nuances of rhythm Tn thIS maSterful composition. This symphony had not been heard in Bir- mingham since its rendition here by the Paris orchestra during the war.
 The second half of the program em- braced the ever popular 'Humoreske, " by Anton Drorak; Tschaikowsky's s Miniature Waltz" .Tales from the Vienna Woods" by Johann Strauss, all light numbers, but every beautifully rendered. by this orchestsa closing in n grand finale with Richard Wagner's stirring "March from Tanhauser."
 It was truly great performance, en- Joyed by a warmly enthusiastic aduience.
 Fritz Reiner's reading showed TO- mantle imagination and refinement of taste, coupled with splendid authority in conducting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
FINAL GRAND JURY
 REPORT IS AWAITED
County Body Expected To Sub-
 init Findings Friday

The final session of the present coun- ty grand jury convened Tuesday morn. ing and is expected to make its report Friday afternoon. After being ad- journed Friday, the present grand jury will not be recalled because of some cap- ital crime. A new grand jury is to be impanelled shortly after the first of the year.
 The final report is being awaited with great interest by city officials because of the fact that it is thought that the alleged shortages in city funds are to be inquired into by the inquisitorial body.
 From the number of witnesses who entered the grand jury room 1t is thought that only minor crimes were under investigation Tuesday,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10


 "New York's working girls put il not been so independent it might have lasted forever"
 A. T. Stewart, the old dry goods man built it as a home for the girls. It cost s 3,000,000, and was the last word ill standpoint. but from that of the most spoiled scion of the fattest rich. But there were too many rules:
 "When they would not let the girls keep their canaries they moved out, ," said the oldster. '"That tore it."
 Funny thing about the public sales of antiques in town. Hardly day passes that houseful of treasures is not auctioned off. All veritable, mind you. The specially printed catalogues give the pedigrees. The greatest prizes sell at absurd prices. Fifteen thousand dollars for rug is not uncommon. The other day a piece of silk four feet by two sold for $13,000.
 But toward the end of the day the lesser bits are knocked down at about half the cost of an inferior article in a department store. Odd.
 The boss of the largest fleet of taxi cabs in town came back from Europe to announce a reduction in rates:
 Cabs make money at 23 cents mile in London" said he. "We could do the same"
 Whereupon he announced a rate of 35 cents for the first mile and 20 cents for each succeeding mile Fair enough. That makes the eighth taxicab rate in town, if I am not mistaken. But it is the low-priced cabs that are getting the business.
 What I really started to tell, though, was his life story. He began as a milk
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
CUPID IN COURT
Judge "Ab" Presides At Wedding Tues
 day Afternoon

Dan Cupid held sway in Judge H. B. Abernathy's court early Tuesday aft ernoon. And for time, Judge "Ab' forgot the endless array of petty crihi- nals which passes before him, and pre- sided at the wedding ceremony of Charlie Barlow Frew and Miss Fannie Mae Paige. Then, as the bride and groom walked out of the courtroom, the judge said: Il used the longest cere- mony I could find. I hope they were as impressed as 1 was"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
COMMISSION SEEKS
 SEWER EXTENSION
Want Sanitary Connections
 Made To Beverly Place

The city commission asked the county board of revenue by resolution Tues day to extend the county trunk line sewer so as to make sanitary sewerage available for residents of Beverly Place.
 Action followed the appearance of a committee of citizens from Beverly Place and by representatives of the board of education, who said the sewer age extension was needed for the new public school now under construction in that section.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
VISITOR TO TALK
 TO POULTRY MEN Reports Expected Of Recent Ex-
 hibit Here

Jos. c. Mette of Memphis, Tenn, will deliver an address Thursday night to the members of the Birmingham Interstate Poultry association in the court house at 8 80 o'clock. There will also be the regular business meet ing at z 80 o'clock.
 The show manager and show secre- tary will turn in their reports on the exhibit which closed Saturday night. There will be other business and a large attendance is requested.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10

 tory building.
 man. On his route very pretty girl took in the matutinal bottle. They loved and married.
 "I cant spare a nickel for a honey moon now,' said he. But be patient: One of these days we'll knock the eye out of our kind friends by the honey moon trip we take"
 We'll, the McGuires have just taken it. He invented the idea of clean cabs and reliable drivers. It made him rich.
 Funny thing about city cats. Once a year we have a spate of cat shows in town. Half a dozen of the big hotels shelter the competitions, and the over flow shows hire halls. Cats of every known breed and variety of beauty are shown. Pop-eyed little kittens sell like hot cakes at $50 each. Three hundred dollar cats are commonplace.
 But dealers say their trade in cat flesh is falling off in town. People do not stay at home any more to take care of pets. They go a-jazzing and a-junket- ing. They refuse to be bothered by kitty.
 My entry for the best reporter stakes is F. B. Edwards of the Herald -Trib- une. He had a chance to write a nifty story the other day and did not.
 The kid had taken a degree as a cor respondence school detective. Then he tried to learn by mail how to be a re- porter. Edwards interviewed him, and he was as unaware of his essential jaki- ness as one would expect that sort of a kid to be. But he told why he was try ing.
 My father has done everything for me-" said he. "Now he is sick and old. I want to repay him for what he has done before he goes."
 No laughter in that. And because MT. Edwards is a star reporter, he put none in.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
DEATHS

Robert Metlus-Funeral services for Robert MelIaS, 1-weekS-o old son of Mir and Mrs -AnGelos Mellas, who died Tuesday morn. ing at a local infirmary will be held at 5'3O o'clock Wednesday afternoon from Johns chapel with Rev J. A Bryan of flciating Burial will follow in Elmwood cemetery.
 Dorothy Mae Hynds-Funeral services for Dorothy Mae Hynds infant daughter of MT. and Mrs A. A. Hynds, of 55OS Fourth avenue, south, who died Tuesday morning at the residence. were held at 2:"O o'clock Tuesday afternoon from Vices Woodlawn parlors. Burial fol lowed in Forest Hill cemetery. Augusta MasseRgale-Funeral services for Aususta MasSengale, eight-year- old daughter of Mrs Augusta Massengale, who died Tuesday morning at a local intirmary' will be held at 9 o'cl0,k Thursday afternoon from the residence or her uncle and aunt, Mir. and Mrs. w. w. Worrell, 5S01 First avenue. Bur. lal Will follow in Forest Hill cemetery with Vice in charge Besides her moth CT she is survived by a brother, Jack Massengale.
 A. NJ. Reid--Funeral services for A. NJ Neld, 70, who died Tuesday morning at the residence of his son, Harry Reid l4l7 Kimhrery avenue, will be an iounced later by Vice. He is survived by his widow and two sons Harry Reid of Birmingham and c. A. Reid of Gi- rard. Ohio.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
SALE OF TICKETS
 FOR CHEST PLAY
 GETS BIG START
Meighan And Co-Stars To Stage Party At
 Auditorium
Radio Appeal
 For NOUeLette
 Is Heard Here

DIRNIINGHAM radio fans Tues n day night tuned in on 4 spir-
 tied appeal seeking the support of citizens of the city for the novel, cite movie to be produced on the stage of the municipal auditorium Thursday night for the benefit of the Community Chest.
 The appeal was broadcast by the Atlanta Journal at the request ot To- cal officials of the chest and was picked up in Birmingham about l :15 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10

reviewed some of the outstanding work performed and which has attracted much attention. His subject was Con flicting forces in business" The feG- ture of the dinner was an address by Douglas Molloch of Chicago, who spoke on 1.-The Average Man" President Sevier presided at the banquet, intro- ducing the speakers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
AJOURNED MEETING ASKED

An adjourned meeting of the city commission has been asked for Friday by Mrs. Mary Echols, commissioner of health and education, for the consider
 atlon of various measures that piled up during her recent illness. Included in the number is the ordinance of 2S raw m!k dairymen, seeking to modify existing regulations and stabilize" their industry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
DAMAGE SUITS FILED
Utility Defendant In Suits TOtaling
 G25 OOO

Two damage suits for q total of S35,- GOO were filed against the Birmingham Electric company by Elijah Wesley and Mrs. Elizabeth Wesley in the civil di- vision of the circuit court Tuesday.
 Both suits are based on the allega- tions that Mrs Wesley was severely injured and crippled for life on Octo- Der 21, 1924, when she was thrown to the ground while attempting to board a car belonging to the company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
FRANK EVANS HERE

State Eaxiner En Route To Marion 'i County
 Frank V. Evans, state examiner of public accounts, passed through tho city yesterday. He has just finished the work of checking the officials of Colbert county at Tuscumbia. MT. Evans left for Hamilton where he win check the officials of Marion county, Mrs. Evans is in the city temporarily, the guest of her brother, Dr. W. H. Wilder, and Mrs. Wilder, on Glenview Road.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
KIDNAPPING CHARGED
Rolf Turner Held In County Jail
 Hora

Here
 Rolf Turner was arrested by deputy sheriffs Tuesday and held in thet county jail on a charge of kidnapping Miss Es- ther Adams of Adamsville.
 Two stories are told concerning the alleged Kidnapping. Relatives of the girl, who has not been seen since Sunday, assert she was Kidnapped and they have endeavored to obtain a warrant charg- ing murder. Mir. Turner asserts that he was married to the girl in Haley vile Sunday but did not state her pres ent whereabouts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-10
Manhattan Days And Nights
By Herbert Corey

NT EW YORK, Dec 9-The old Park Avenue hotel is the
 latest to go under the hands of the wreckers Solid as
 rock good for generations secured and scrubbed furnished to the minute But ground rent eating 1t he hy a 20storv hlildng