Birmingham state herald., 1896-01-12

shorter catechism and the introduction to the catechism. The following receiv- ed handsome Bibles for giving perfectly the shorter catechism: Grace Hardie. Fannie Fort, Jimmie Benton, T. O. Brad ley, Jr., and John T. Hardie. The fol- lowing received Testaments for reciting the introduction to the catechism: Lu cia Worl Bessie Webb. Matte McCon- nell, Alma Peterson, Albert Curry, Will lie Hardie, Hazel Lawson, Tom Lock- hart, Pauline Adler, Lizzie Curry.
 The ladies of the Clover Leaf Social club will give a leap year dance on Fri day evening, January IT, complimentary to MT. and Mrs. English at the Knights of Pythias hall.
 There will be a musical and book party next Wednesday evening under the au- spices of St. Paups Total Abstinence so- ciety. There have been secured some very fine musical numbers for the programme One of the finest zither players in the south, grand cornet soloist and an ar ray of other prominent vocal and musical talent have been engaged. The friends of the society are cordially invited. The li- brarian will receive donations of books from those who desire to contribute.
 The Thursday Evening Euchre club was entertained by MT. and Mrs. w. G. Estes. It was a meeting of especial pleasure, as the beautiful new home of MT. and Mrs. Estes was opened for the first time on Thursday evening" It is one of the most artistic, convenient and beautiful homes in Birmingham, with its handsome wood york; large rooms and tasteful furnishings. There were six ta- bles of players on Thursday evening, and the prize, lovely cut glass bon-bon dish, was won by Mrs. Harry Wheelock Mrs. Wheelock also carried off the final prize for the highest score made during the series. It was handsome set or plates. After the serving of delightful refreshments the election of officers for the next series resulted in re-electing Dr. l.. G. Woodson president and the making of Mrs. John P. Tilman secretary and treasurer. The club meets next with MT. and Mrs. W. N. Malone
 The recital of Miss Canister and Miss Oppenshaw yesterday afternoon at the Birmingham Conservatory of Music was a brilliant musical triumph for the gifted young artists. The huge hall was filled with a cultivated audience that showed the warmest appreciation of the won derfully fine work accomplished by both Miss Canister and Miss Openshaw.
 The experience meeting at MT. and Mrs. John Towers on Friday evening drew together very many friends. The parlors were filled with appreciative peo- pie, who were attentive listeners to the various experiences told by the To- quaciously inclined.
 Five young gentlemen, Messrs. Nat l.. Miller, William Mudd Martin. A. c. Crowder, E. A. DeFuniak and George D. Allison, gave q beautiful luncheon yester- day at 12 o'clock in the private dining room of the Morris hotel to the lovely guests of Mrs B. r. Moore. Misses Susan Ball, Elizabeth Cottingham, Jennie Lut- trell and Lula O'Connor. The appoint ments were very handsome. The table was lavishly decorated with La France and Bride roses in cut glass vases, and pretty embroideries added to the artis- tic details. The menu was served in seven courses, with various wines and cordials. Mrs. B. F. Moore chaperoned the young people.
 Mrs. Alexander T. London's card party yestcrday afternoon, given in compliment to Miss Welch of Demopolis, was im- mensely enjoyed by forty lovely girls. There were ten tables of players and ed with bunch of exquisite pink carna- tions. The score cards were the beautiful work of Mrs. w. s. Lowell and were yer itable bits of art-water color sketches, with the words, "A Happy New Year" in gold letters. These cards were tied with
 
 with pink carnations. vases of them standing on mantles- and inches. and the rooms were redo1ent with their spicy fra granee. The prize was a large bunch of the same beautiful blossoms and was won by Miss Susan Ball of Kentucky. After the spirited games very delightful refreshments were served. Punch was also served during the afternoon. Mrs London gave great pleasure by her beau tiful and charming hospitality to her many young friends. She received her guests in handsome black toilette. Miss Welch wore a becoming blue and black gown.
 A famous and distinguished woman is In Birmingham today. Mrs. M. French Sheldon of London Is the guest of the Morris hotel and will remain in the city anywise familiar with the achievements of talented. courageous women know of this one, who has penetrated into Black est Africa" carrying with her body of 200 men at her own expense. She has accomplished great things in literature and in business. being a successful pub fisher, as well as writer. She Is viva cious, magnetic, delightful woman, free from affectations, and a brilliant conver- sationalist. She is about medium height, brown hair with giints of gold in 1t and large gray eyes-a handsome woman. She Is south endeavoring to secure cer- tain data in regard to our conditions with a view to writing of us and our af- fairs Mrs. Sheldon is an American by birth, although she has lived in England for twenty Tears. The following out lines give an idea of the scope of her proposed work:
 1. The agricultural. industrial, mineral timber and other natural resources of each state, including its commerce.
 2. Climate, governmental. educational social aspect. Its financial standing.
 3. Facilities of transportation induce ments for homeseekers. Readiness by