Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-14
THE WOMAN
 l ABOUT TOWN.

Somebody said. Polly, why don't
 I replied did not approve of bringing out back numbers and brushing the dust in peoples eyes. She very sagely re- marked:
 Polly, nothing is a back number so long as it pleases"
 This leaves me with an open question on my hands. I will not attempt to dis pose of 1t. do not seem to be quite the proper person to decide the matter. I just come out of my shell with charity to all and malice toward none," and speak to you, each and every one, an Easter greeting.
 Do you remember the dear wretch him who used to "murmur of the world?" Word comes from over the briny that he has been i'll since autumn. His indis- position is not serious, but heavy enough to make him uncomfortable. Perhaps, English sod and Irish clover, fair though they be, have sickened his great warm heart, and made him long for home. It may be his friends will see him before long.
 The men are all rampant on the sub ject of the Dutch Bonnet but it's here to stay Between you and me, thinlSthey add five years to the freshest face; and that's thing we women have to study. What a change it is from the immense Gainsborough that held sway some few years agol
 In New York ultra-large sleeves are not seen, hats are about the size of sil- yer 5-cent piece and white gloves are worn by society leader and laundress
 One little woman inquired the ,irice of bonnet on opening day. When told it was $9 she exclaimed
 T think I'll get me a ten dollar bill and pin a bunch of violets on it. It will show for the money better than this thing. This is so small I'd never know whether it was on or off"
 That Hammersy woman" is going to be married again. It will be remembered she married the Duke of Marlborough, soon after the death of MT Hammersley, and now, two on three months after the death of his grace she is to take to herI self William, Lord Beresford. Reports have 1t that the young duke. now in this country travelling incognto, came es- pecially to get away from the talk of thd wedding. He and his stepmother were always at daggers points and he never referred to her except as "that Ham, merSly woman"
 The latest is little -nigger," black as the ace of spades about ? feet high, re- name of-Trilby! Kizzie May now takes a back seat.
 It is not long ere the marriage bells will begin to ring, and in the midst of the chiming lives will blend in which the most of us have an interest. Another daughter of Jefferson county will take her place within the ranks, side by side of a man admired of many and liked by all. He has not been with us enough of late. Birmingham hopes the tie he will soon form will anchor him here from this time.
 Of the bride-elect much might be said. To many of us she has been known since her childhood. and upon this her great day. we look with an interest born of long association. As child and girl Bir- mingham has known and admired her, as woman and wife whatever spot may be her home will be graced by her presence.
 Another Birmingham girl embarked on matrimonial seas during the past week. The wedding was simple and quiet and full of the spirit of earnestness which should go into such ties It re- minded one of her life-quiet, thoughtful earnest and true, giving sunshine to others, and making others happy simply through her own happy nature. May Gods blessing go with her.
 A dear little woman whom every one loves has invited number of pretty girls to receive with her just after Easter. IneSe EaSter teas are pleasant things! Informal and free from the stiff ness of conventionality, they bring to- gether people who know and like each other; hearts are warmed and lives brightened, and as the hours go they arei freighted with pleasure. Such will be the time spent with this little woman, whom Birmingham cannot love enough for her goodness.
 Good friends, what does Easter bring you? The fruition of your plans-the full ear for your gleanng? Oh may it bring you peace and happinessi New birth to life and love, new hope for pos sible darkness in the coming days and resurrection from all that has ever cast a shadow over your lives. Health, fortune and happiness be yoursi The wish is waited to you from the heart of speaking of resurrections- MISS POLLY"