THE BIRMINGHAM AGE-HERALD VOLUME, xxxxm_h BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 1914 SPORTING SECTION XUMBKK OOKSHELE _'xmr -— '1 “ANNE, ACTRESS.’’ iy Juliet G. Sager. Frederick A. Stokes & Co., Publishers, New York. fh "Anne, Actress.” Juliet G. Sager has written a very unusual story, which has a gripping sort of interest and philos ophy ail through it. and which is never dull for a single moment. Two totally different philosophies of life are vltualized in the story—one being that of the country doctor, James Wal lace, and his unselfish devotion, while the other is exemplified in the woman 1 erself—Anne, the neurotic, the brilliant, the over-ambitioup. and who is saved from destruction, only through her lov* for her daughter. Much has been said o? the perils con fronting the inexperienced young girl y the indecent words roll ing in their mouths in the guise of hypo critical and decorous accusation. Ts there anything more indecorous .than excessive decorum? The world will always have its Augean stable and there will always be prudes to fill It. and it will never be absolutely cleansed.” “FIGHTING MODERN EVILS” By Fred S. Miller. Illustrated with orig inal drawings by W. L. Haskell. The L. W. Walter Co., publishers, Chicago, “Fighting Modern Evils," by Fred S, Miller has a champion in E. M. Scott, the well known literary man. who sa\> of it: “How shall the young man cleanse hi? way?’’ “What temptations lurk in the path of our boys who are starting oul in the world to seek their fortunes?’ Mothers who are sending their sons tc the city in the secret fear that the pit falls that are known to*lie before un wary feet may after all engulf them, wil find much to instruct them in the abov« volume. Mr. Fred 8. Miller, the Chi cagu author, has evidently had a with experience in the side of life whjeh h sometimes called tfle “underworld.” H< ' does not bljnk at the light, but exposes the dark doings of the emissaries of sin In “Fighting Modern Evils" he has in ■ deed begun a crusade for the purity o the home and has waged a fight for old : fashioned religion and thu old-fashlonei morals. Besides a large array of facts. "Mo«l ern Evils" contains narrative chapter: that,seem to be stories of reul life. On of "these. "The Story of the Worthing tons,” reveals the worki ngs of the so called "affinity” evil. Under tue lure o o ’rent , ify a young and happy wife 1 • induced to move her family there an< the attractions of “society" cause be to lose the religion in which sh*» wa •i ought up, and to leave her lawfti i husband for nn unworthy young mar j This is painful reading, but such revt lations are needed at this time, when m _1 1 hear men speak sneeringly of the sim ple decencies and moralities, the faith i that was our fathers’ faith. Our modern times are the best in the world's dilatory, yet "modem evils" are great aud terrible ones and it is the duty and the privilege of those able to do so to fight them. • Modern Evils’’ should be widely lead. 'MARK TIDIV By Clarence B. Kelland. Ill up* rated by \V. \V. Clarke. Harper Brothers, Pub lishers. New York. Whenever a book is published that has the slightest resemblance to anything as popular as "Tom Sawyer." there is an instant demand for it. and Clarence B. Kelland may be paid In bis story of "Mark Tidd." to have written- u sort of pres.mt-day "Tom Sawyer,” which is praise enough to be sure. A group of small boys who are full of 1 ranks and practical jokes and a pench ant for getting into mischief and then getting out. as most small boys do. is the gist of the story, and it is very clev erly told in the small boy vernacular by one of them. "MARCA ROSE' By Gordon Arthur Smith. Charles Scrib ner's Sons, publishers. New York In Gordon Arthur Smith's story. "Mar carose." we are introduced to a very proud and beautiful youvig heroine; a troubadour lover with hair "which was the color of wheat in the sun, too closely • popped for a poet, and too long for a warrior;" a demon of a husband; a bib ulous but wise old monk, anil enough | “The Castaways." which may be taken pretty description of nature to make .the as typical of the collection, Is the story ot whole quite a likeable sort of story. j a filibustering expedition to Cuba, led by The “tw'elfth century’’ reveals a most Captain O Shea, on the steamer Fearless, fertile background for fanciful adventure On board were a large supply of arms und the author has taken pains to bring and ammunition, a company of Cuban out much that is romantic and attrac- patriots returning to fight for their na tive in the setting, and he nas delicate- tive land ami threo castaways who had ly put it together in a form which is been pickfd up by the Fearless from h rather pleasing to the reader, and which drifting bout. There were, of course, the gives promise of bigger things from the officers and crew, but It was the unseem autlior when he reaches a nmturer age ly combination of the rest of the cargo, as a writer and gains teennlque and a human and otherwise, that brought the thorough knowledge of literary vafues. captain into perils and perplexities with - out number. A series of exciting events “CAMPING ON WES'fERN TRAILS. ' ensued. They were pursued by a Span By Elmer Russell Greger. Harper Broth- lah cruiser, wrecked in a fierce battle, era. Publishers. New York. and finally grounded on a reef and be There is a vast amount of fascination sieged by another Spanish war vessel. It and charm continued Ir. Klmer Russell is not the thrill of adventure so much rts Gregor's story. “Camping on Western it is the spirit of Captain O’Shea that Trails." which has for h background the dominates the story and adds humor and fertile subject of the “Rcekies" with all romance to Its already absorbing Interest, of their rugged environment and beauty Captain O'Shea is a man of action and a A hunting expedition forms the central man of ideas. He preserves his ch&rao j figure of the sior: . in this search for ter intact through the most unusual sit gold. many adventures art revealed. nations, and needless t-* say he wins out The book is well worth reading. always through liU wit and courage. •- The stories are well written and read "TUB ADVENTl'RES OF CAPTAIN able and the author has something to his O'SHEA.'’ * redit in the newly published volume. By Ralph D. Paipe. Charles Scribners - Sons. Publishers. New York. “THE HAT SHOP." | Captain Michael O'Sb i was a gentle- By Mrs. 0. S. Peel. The John bun* coin man of fortune who d< lighted In engag- puny, publishers. New York. Mug in dangerous enterprises. To such a “The Hat Shop.” by Mrs. C. S. Peel, Is nan adventures come unsought, though the story of a young widow’ of good many were of his own seeking. This family, who endeavors to add to hei book contains the story of certain of not very adequate Income and at the these adventures. There are, In fact, four same time to find herself a stimulating . lories in the book: “The Castaways," occupation by opening a hat shop in the The King of Trinadaro," “The Inner West End. This is probably the first Alsatian" and “The Branded Man." Cap- time that life in a hat shop has been tain O'Shea is the hero of all of these so thoroughly discussed, and besides tales, with Johnny Kent a close second, glimpses of all the members of the staff we see the customers—from both 1 ;.. ....-L- i ■ -.... * ■■■■■■ ■■ aides of the counter. A very human, woMhUHT WITHOUT EXTRAVAOAMCV tolerant hook. HOTEL WOODSTOCK o.avid maTa-odm WEST 43D STREET. JUST EAST OF Bv N’*laon Lloy<1 ch“rl,a Scribner * ______ _______ __ Sons. publ‘shers, New \ ork. TIMES SQUARE, NEW fORK Ndson in hts story. "David 365 ROOMS 870 BATHS Malcolm." presents the autobiography EUROPEAN PLAN ONLY of a serioua minded youth, who evolves ROOM with bath. *2 50 a *3 oo Into a dreamer of dreams, al an early DITTO. FOR TWO. *3 50 A *4 OO a*e. Wire for reservation our f.xpenss There's an old caretaker who start* jut with David on a fishing trip, when the lad Is only 10. and the youngster rails into the water only to be rescued t»y a little girl whose name is Penelope, ind whose father is a very learned man. ;alled the "Professor." David is taken to the "Professor's" house and he is resuscitated by enough strong drink to "door" the biggest of ‘sports," and when he gets home there's a big discussion about him by his par ents. in which the preacher joins. Later we find the young hero at "Me draw College," and he finally becomes * reporter on the New York Record, and we leave him rediscovering his old friend Penelope, in Fifth avenue, and it la surmised by the reader that they marry and live happily ever afterward. The book is rather unique in Its way. OTHER BOOKS RECEIVED. REVIEWS LATER. "THE SOUL OF LIFE. OR WHAT IS LOVE?"—By David Lisle Frederick. Frederick A. Stokes A Co., publishers. New York. "THE IRRESISTIBLE INTRUDER.' By William Caine. The John laum j company, publishers. New York. "ART IN FLANDERS' By Max Rooses Charles Scribner’s Sons, publishers. New York. "THE STORY OF V PAGE B> John , L. Heaton. Harper Bros, publishers. , New York. Radium at Home From the Philadelphia Ledger With radium selling at $t 80,000 a gram, and one gram the largest quan tity for which an order can be taken, it will require many freight cars to transport the entire ouput of the plant at Sellersville. Pa., to the market. yet it is Interesting to know that we have at our dors an establishment which is at our doors an establishment which is scrutable substance that seems des tined to play an all-important part In the materia medlca# of the future v pound of radium would be worth $.'*2. 000,000. Dr. Kelly has estimated that theer are now from 156 to 20 grams In the entire world. A thousand tons of ore In the Paradox valley. Col., mines of the new "Radium Institute" yielded sev*n grams. Though the life uf radium is approximately 2000 years, the enormouF number of victims ol cancer mattes it imperative to increase tho meager available supply, if there is any hope of using it on a largo scale ;is a therapeutic agent. Philadelphia’s death rate from this cause la 87.2 per 100,000, as compared with 111.2 for Bos ton and 122.8 for Albanv. The average rate for the whole country Is 75 per 100,090. In other words, the deaths due to this dread malady number about 47,000 a year. With the organisation of the on* - million-doliar corporation by Mr. Du Pont, this region is becoming the cen ter of the world’s radium industry. This important development Is in conform ity with tlie tradition which in the early days of our country established Philadelphia’s preeminence In medical science, maintained to the present day. WONDERFUL TONIC RESTORES HEALTH (Home Remedies! “Winter Invariably proves a hard ship to the human system. The blood becomes clogged with poisonous Im purities. the liver grows sluggish and as a result we have sallow, pimply skins, a loss of energy and appetite and suddenly find ourselves all tired out and slek. “The surest and beat remedy for this condition Is a table spoonful of the, fol lowing home-made tonic before meals: Tn bj pint alcohol dissolve ’2 cup sugar and one ounce kardene. adding hot water to make a quart. This old-fash ioned remedy is unequaled for making the blood pure and giving tho body tissues strength and energy. It is a remedy so good as to be almost in dispensable for family use in restoring health and energy to both old and young The largest is not always best, Some stores have more suits and dresses than Caheen Bros., but none have newer or more authoritative styles in EXCLUSIVE! MODELS. Some stores buy suits in the Fall for Spring selling. Our store sends its buyers to market RIGHT IN THE SEASON. Not once a season but several times. Therefore, the styles shown here are not only right up to the moment, but are bought at such close prices as to enable us to give our customers decided savings. New Suits Have Been Added to the Group at $18.98 We advertised suits for $18.98 last week and sold nearly all o fthem. In fact, so popular was this group of suits that we have augmented it with about 75 new suits that came by Saturday' and wore I bought with the idea ot’ getting H>'J5 for them. There are included many novel styles, shown for the first time and new shades and materials are also represented. We contend that no better value will be offered you in Birmingham. A wide range of models in- ij sures ease of selection. II ew Suits in Exclusive Styles— Priced at $30.00 to $45.00 Never lias an early display of spring suits been so tempting ! and comprehensive. The freshest, newest fashion touches and style ideas are embodied in these suits, new and nobby (1*4 K materials, and beautiful shades. Priced $d0 to. % ' Asafi'P&XtW? Advance Styles in Spring Dresses iSgL, - tyt&irJwjp14 Advance Styles In Spring Dresses—Silk or light weight “ woolens. Also new models iu spring coats. -^ Clearance of Wool Dresses l Here is a remarkable opportunity for j saving on a dress that will give its full share of service before hot summer days eall for il discarding. All in good styles and of fashionable materials. In I short, this is a collection of broken lines that were formerly QC priced up to $20. Monday V.J Clearance of Chiffon } Waists Choice of chiffon waists, values up to $7.50, all colors are shown and this clearance price applies QQ Monday. Choice for. An assortment of lingerie waists that have been on display counters and handled. Waists that are worth up to | $1.50. Middy blouses includ- CQp ed. Monday, choice. v.-:——-' Wash Fabrics—Specials ItATIAK—Plain weave, corded stripe and Kponge llat liie. the season's most popular wash dress OCp fabric .. • “p'r DIAGRAMS!—Without doubt ill1' largest ami prettiest line ever shown. Standard brands, worth up 1 Ass to l$c, for. .■. AW laiYI'TUJi TISS««E— A tissue gingham in 1 Rn stripes, checks dml solids; yard.. AtfV VOILE—4h Inches wide, dainty floral patterns, all sized stripes and solids.inr\t IIHOAAA I, I AKA—Yard-wide, tlie usual 20-cent 1/1. quality Monday for. AVI i CREPE—Sheer quail t , new shades shown In pc** ! plain weaves, bouretlo shots and cords. £iO\* DRKXX C1IEPE—With dainty floral patterns; 1 A. appears like chaliis.. . AUt AIAAIIATTAA SHIHTl'G MADRASI—Neat OCa stripes and fine colors.... Aillv >; AMERICA A I'RIAT CALICO—Light and dark (T|» patterns .. . . ,. ** ---———— White Goods—Specials Genuine Peppered sheeting, full nine quar- 2*11* ters, Monday, for yard . . ...•' • Genuine Hope domestic. Monday, * t _’ I'W* i t; jj The new Hone, with a ravel barrier that atop* r u n a. high apllclna above the heel, 4-ply cable cord twtat heel and loel thin, Bauay hoNleryi all culora, la xrjs:. 50c mack, ran and White \otaaeate Milk Male wCht. »-.r Children’s Wear Boys' Idolise waists, made of percales, ginghams aud madras, with pockets, neat stripes, figures and solid _ colors . £OC Children's gingham dresses, sizes 2 to 5 years, fine patterns and well made garments, assortment of broken lines to close out. Values to $1.50. CQ/» Little Beauty drawers bodies, in small sizes. Sue value. Monday "Wv I , • Millinery Section Remodeled Now Three Departments in One The remodeled an denlarged Millinery Shop will he ready to welcome you on Monday. Important and interesting changes have been made. A department has been in stalled for misses and children, and another which will fill a long felt want is for materials for making huts. Here will he found all materials necessary i*Dr making hats—frames, braids, flowers, fruits and ribbons in complete assortment —we’ll sell you materials and help plan a hat.