Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-30

1 Parkhurst in his views of woman and her proper sphere and mission in life, and is a man of very clearly defined ideas on every subject, whether political, so- cial or ministerial. His appeal to the women of today to steer close to the landmarks of the women of the Bible was full of meaning and eloquent power. MT. Barbour not only strikes while the iron is hot, but makes it hot by striking" Miss Josephine Knapp of comic opera fame, and a former resident of Colum- bus, Miss, has been recently married in New York city to MT. John McGhie the musical director of the Mason Ma nola Comedy company. It was a very quiet church wedding, with only few witnesses, Rev. Dr. Haughton officiating. After the ceremony wedding breakfast was served at the Hotel Marlborough. Her many warm friends in this city, who have watched her stage career with so much interest, will be glad to know of her newly found happiness. Since Nellie Bly's acquisition to the ranks of welded bliss, rumor was rife that the affections of Willard were en- gagged. Mrs. L. M. N. Stevens of Port land, Me, vice-presdent of the National Woman's Christian Temperance union, makes the following declaration: ''The statement which is being extensively cir
 
 ried is without foundation. She Is with Lady Henry Somerset at the present time at Reigate, England, and they are busily engaged in making preparations for the convention for the Worlds Wo- mans Christian Temperance union, which is to be held in London. June 14-21."
 Under the Man-Fig, is a new book by MolIie Moore Davis. The queer title rlU Ioif i,at t1,o |, ,ot, from various criticisms by the press, seems to evoke much comment and in- terest.
 Mrs. H. II. Mayberry has issued very unique invitations to card party Friday afternoon, at o'clock. Instead of the usual words ''euchre," the best euchre hand is painted in the lower left corner of the invitation.
 Rabbi David Marx will on Friday evening deliver his farewell sermon at Temple Emanuel. Before entering upon his new duties in Atlanta he will enjoy a much needed vacation of several weeks
 
 The called meeting of the Cadmean circle, which was to have been held Fri day afternoon at 4:90 at the residence of Mrs. George c. Ball. has been post poned till Monday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.
 
 The May party given last Tuesday afternoon by the ladies of the South Highland Presbyterian church was a very delightful event to the little folks. At o'clock quite a large crowd assem- bled to enjoy football, archery, May pole dancing and other amusementS The most interesting feature of the afternoon was the selection of the May queen. which was decided by ballot. After a lively contest the count resulted in the election of Elise McMllan for May queen, Massil Frank, first maid of honor, and Elizabeth Barbour, second maid of honor The little queen and her maids of honor were crowned on rustic throne, amid the cheers and handclapping of an enthusiastic and highly elated crowd. Dainty refresh ladies' who had the entertainment in charge: Mrs. Tom Herndon Mrs. Spencer, Mrs. w. B. Phillips, Mrs. Ridell, Mrs. w. H. Jones, Miss Emily Koenig, Mrs. James Johnston and Mrs. John Barbour.
 The ladies of the Third Presbyterian church will give a moonlight entertain ment tonight on Red mountain.
 The Central Presbyterian Sunday school will picnic at Red mountain to- day.
 The Cumberland Presbyterian Sunday school will picnic today at North Bir- mingham park.
 A party of young people from the High lands will go out to East Lake late this afternoon and spend Ithe evening in dancing after which they will return by a late train to the city.
 One of the cleverest of Frenchmen de- fined a club as a paradise from which Eyes are excluded" We will be more polite and say that card club is the nearest feminine appraoch to the same kind of enjoyment that is at present open to us-in the absence of the respective Adams.
 Mrs George c. Ball was the charming hostess 1.-the Tuesday Afternoon Whist club at its last meeting. The double parlors were handsomely decorated with exquisite roses and feathery ferns. After the usual interesting game, the prize, a lovely silver almond spoon, was won by Mrs Evans Dunn. After elegant refresh ments were served the club adjourned to meet next Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Thomas Ashford.
 The social session held at the South Highland Presbyterian church last Tuesday evening was most interesting and delightful. These sessions, which are held each quarter. grow in attend