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New-York tribune., 1896-11-20
THE NEEDLEWORK GUILD.
SIXTH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE NEW
YORK CITY BRANCH

OFFICERS FOR TIL; ENSUING YEAR ELECTED-AN
AMUSING AND INTERESTING FACTS.
The sixth annual meeting OF the New-York City
Branch of the Needlework Guild Of America
held yesterday morning in the assembly hall OF the
Charities Building In the absence Of the presi-
dent. Mrs. A. VI. Dodge. who detained by
death in her family. the National president. Mrs
j. w. Stewart, presided Reports were read and
approved and the following officers chosen: Mrs
a. 5. Hewitt honorary president: Mrs. a. NJ.
Dodge. president: Mrs. II. NJ. Dewes secretary.
and Mrs. Charles T.. Clark. treasurer These were
all Projections except the last the former treas
urer. Mrs S f. Bagdcn. having resigned
The principal address OF the occasion was given
by W. NJ. f. Rounds. secretary OF the Prison Re
form Association. This organization receives regu-
lar consignments of garments from the guild. and
Mr.. Rounds spoke OF the good the garments had
done. He made by request. "A few suggestions a.
to what people might send I'm the future. "A little
bag. containing thread needles and buttons ought,
he said. ITO be given TO every prisoner when he
starts I'm life anew. for clothes will be of
little to him II he cannot on buttons and
up rips wher the necessity arises. II may be-
noticed that have omitted a thimble from the LIST
OF requisites for the sewing bag. and it would be
quite useless to put one In The men cannot
them. Their method is to insert the needle in the
place desired. and then force II through by press
ing the head against any fixed object that il avail
able" Speaking OF the character Of the articles
sent 10y the guild Mr. Rounds said they were al
ways just what wanted and needed, and
you have no idea" he continued what merit
this Is. what useless things benevolent people
In the habit OF sending US II We make an ap-
peal for books receive any quantity OF Bax
ter's Saints ReTts Patent Office reports. arith-
mctics. and textbooks OF various kinds. but very
littl" of anything that prisoner, or any one else.
wants to read. And the same * true In the mat
ter OF clothing Garments sent In that are rid
died by moths unmendable and unwearabe.
while We have now In our possession enough cos
tunes Of the last century to stock Il museum
THE other day received real old-fashiOned
hoopskir and this IS only one example among the
many that might be- given. Indeed II II were not
for the Needework Guild our poor prisoners
would fare very badly"
Wher the meeting had adjourned most of the
ladies' went upstairs to the sixth floor. where the
garments collected for the season's work had been
placed on exhibition The work OF distributing
them Will begin on Monday.
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FOR THE SICK NURSES FUND.
A TEA AND SALE OF FANCY ARTICLES PRE-
SIDED OVER Ply NURSES IN THE Uni
FORM OF THE HOSPITALS
RI,pPESENrED
THEY REPRESENTED.

For the benefit Of the Sick Nurses Fund the
nurses OF the Alumnae Association Of the New-York
Hospital gave n tea and sale yesterday afternoon
and evening In the historic Thorne mansion. now
known az the Administration Building. No. West
SlXiocnth-st
The rooms were decorated with large palms and
flowers and the different booths were draped with
froshmont table was spread with salads. sand
wichcs cakes and fruit. and the spOtless linen and
beautiful flowers made a pretty picture. The head
nurses Of the hospital were in charge, dressed In
full uniform.
At one table Mrs. Charles H. Peck and Miss
opposite was the chocolate table. presided over by
Miss Goodrich and Miss Iiodson. Dolls were one
Of the chief attractions for they were dressed in
the uniform Of the different training school nurses
Miss Springer was IN charge OF this department
picture frames and different little articles made IN
the pine regions OF the Adirondack Mountains
Ev.rvb body was inclined TO lingcr at the tahlc SUI
perinicnded hy II tie Miss Thcka and Fernando
schiller These little ladies were as charming as
iha items they had to sell were pleasing. Mrs. l..
candy table and Mrs /. Wilson and Mrs. > Iuig-
Ter control the china booth. In the same room
stood a table Of beautiful cut flowers whch nied
entire place with their sweet fragrance. Up
posltc was 4 booth n"d with useful toilet ar
Mr. 4 Eonsall was In charge. y larg" table hled
With exquisite pieces OF fancy work OF all descrp-
lions was presided over by Miss 'lara SutnHe
and Miss Dora March had small tahle. nut on II
,yerc rll.d many fancy articles. all made and given
Lv patio ,,s IN the different hospitals OF tn" city
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STRIVING FOR 4 GOLD MEDAL.

The women law students Of New-York tniVer-
sliv are iusi now living in nutter OF excitement
and anxiety. and an because Daniel Webster Blu
fnanthal Law Editor OF The University Item.
has offered a gold medal for the best essay OF 10
words written on the subject. In time or war.
should women come to the front and carry arms
and fight for the glorious Red. White and Blue
Mrs Titus Werner had this TO say on the sub
feet yesterday:
YES. believe that in case Of necessity women
should volunteer their services 10 come to the
front I'm case Of war and carry arms
The first essay was handed IN yesterday. II was
written by Cecilia O'Noil. ana read as follows:
In athletic contests in Industrial pursuits. as
well ~ In the learned professions. woman has
IL, nousfrated her ability to successfully cope with
and overcome difficulties that fully test her phys
zeal strength. her long-Sustain'd power OF "ndur-
ance and the mental balance and decision that
have heretofore been deemed the peculiar attri-
but-s OF man
Queen Hoadlcea conducted her army against the
Romans: Joan Of Are. the popular idol Of France.
with heroic rSoton led her legions on Ia victory.
Woman's emotional gifts. her love OF home and
country would inspire her with 4 courage so great
that her life would be gladly and thankfully given
i'm defence OF her dearest interests.
The distinction OF Is more and more dSap-
pearing and may yet hope to see the day
when each woman shall take her place. fairly
earned. as independent human being. ready In
war as In peace. to struggle and 10 survive
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20

of the Jewish women Of America al the impfoVed
condition OF the Hebrews In Russia and hoping 'hat
al religious persecution would cease was ca''''"
unanimously The resolution was regarded as
compromise.
resolution then introduced urging the mem
Hrs OF The council TO do all In their power 10 p"''N
The desecra lion Of the Jewish Sabbai ana 10 see
mat !. was relns,ated IN all It's pristine purity III
Jewish homes Mrs. Rebekah Kohut OF New forK
spoke In favor OF the resolution.
Lei the breadwinners who have 10 work on the
sabbath do so she said. but let al Of rs who have
no occasion 10 work observe the Sabbath and refrain
from doing those things which do us no good ana
"hich win no favor from Christian sisters
Mrs Iiirschleld OF Buffalo spoke against The
resolution. "I seems 10 me-" said she. that 1t II
beyond The Lines Of this Council 10 interfere win
. he convictions Of any member This Is a matter
oi theological controversy. and not for us 10 de-
eide"
motion to allow Rabbi de Sola Mendcs TO take
'he platform was defeated because he was not
member. The resolution carried Mrs. Iirsch-
Held protesting
ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
The election OF officers then proceeded with
Ihe following is the LIST OF officers elected: Presi-
cent. Mrs. Hannah c. Solomon first vice-pres'-
eents Mrs. Sophie Beer; second vice-president
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THE ST. NiRYS PARISH Fifh.

, ,,,r uas oncned yesterday afternoon nj St
u,rv's Parish House. Aicxander-ave.. near one
hundred a nd -forty-s"cond-st. The new Sulu"y
school rooms presented q pretty picture. made
hrlcb, by the various exhibits and their gay ana
attractive attendants. ,
Tho "ari gallery" displayed many wonderin'
na,n,inrs. Miss McEnroe has charge. The sun
d,y-scboo, teachers booth IS under the general
eunorv,slon OF George l.. Kapclye. lay superlh-
,endont Of the Sunday-school; h" Is assisted ny
the Sunday-school teachers. This hooth Is H'"'
osnecIally attractive by the sale OF cu' ho"''s'
Tho booth Of the Brotherhood of St Andrew Is
decorated with United States flags. The brothers
have placed this booth in the hands OF the S's'erS
who are doing all they can TO make IL Su0''''
Mrs &. II. Taylor is in charge
vss Woodman's Sunday-school class has deco
rated her table with pink and white bunting ana
I, Is filed with "A pleasing display OF fancy arh-
cles Miss Sinclair reads the fortunes OF all those
who visit her The sewing school OF thc Mh- MIN
STEERING Children's League Is decorated win req
White and blue: Mrs. Ida F. Brown. president OF
the League. is in charge. Household and othrr
a. ,hts s,,,d me special feature being the various
things which have been made by the scholars as
SAMPLES OF their skill In sewing. ..
,Thc laaics Of the Parish Branch OF the Woman $
Auxiliarv OF the Board OF Missions have draped
cchrvsanihemums: chr Mrs Edward e. Hall. president
Of this organization Is in ch irgt me cnoir poi %
rross the water and return with parcel In his
boat for each one who patronizes the crossing
and lemonade booth and the stand of St Agnes :
@;mid is in charge Of Mrs. Josephnc o. Gilbert
MIS- Abbie cuIlinr assisted by her brother. Mar
lin gives Punch and Judy SHOW every .1,, c.t'l-
.s fnsi i,rc Of he fair is the restaurant. where a
good meal is served. afternoon and eyening TIT l
department l. in charg. oi & IN. hoSp''""'y ''"''u
The fair Will continue throuEho1t me week ana
affords an excellent oPPo''""'' '' '"' '''''
of Christmas presents
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UNION GENERALS THEIR GUESTS.

A PLEASANT INCIDENT OF THE BALI. OF THE
DAUGHTERS or THE CONFEDERAcY
ST. Louis Nov l9--For six successive years tn
annual ball o. the Daughters Of the Confederacy
has been the society feature OF the season In this
city and tonight the immense hall OF the Merchants'
Exchange was crowded with ''the children Of 4 los.
cause" and their guests. Mrs. Jefferson Davis the
venerable widow OF the leader OF the Confederacy;
and her daughter Winnie were guests OF honor. /.
IS Mrs. Days's first visit 20 81, Louis since her
husba nd was Union soldier and stationed at JEFF.
ferson Barracks. fifty years ago
A notable incident OF the evening was the visit
20 the ballroom OF a number OF Union generals In
attendance at the reunion OF the Society Of the
Army OF the Tennessee and their presentation to
Mrs Davis and the wives and daughters OF thosS
who wore the gray
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THE DEBTS or Az ACTRESS.
MISS KATE DAVIS EXAMINED IN SUPPLEMENT-.
AIRY PRocEEDINGs-sHE FAINTs IN
THE WITNESS CHAIR.


AIRY PROCEEDINGs-sHE FAlNTs IN
THE WITNESS CHAIR.
Miss Kate Davis. actress. was examined IN suppie-
,e,,srv nroceedngs In the Supreme Court yesterday
:, Judgment for s62 49, obtained against her by
Charles Frohman theatrical manager. and DAVID BE-
lasco playwright. About year ago Miss Davis sueo
Messrs Frohman and Belasco to recover sum oI
,s 500 which she asserted was due 10 her for breach
of contract. The case was sent to ex-Judse hr"ess
Hall as referee After a number OF hearings No
decided against Miss Davis. suit was men brodsas
against the actress for the costs Of the proceedings
and iuapmen. was entered against ne- In the Su.
preme Court for s662 40
When exa mined yesterday. Miss Davis testihed that
she lived at No. 765 E!ghth-ave. and hac acted with
tho Miss Helyett." "Fantasma" Tin Soldier and
other companies She had now no property except
some wearing apparel Of little value
Does any one you any money! she Wa
asked.
Yes; Rudolph Aronson VI. X. Roselbaum ana
sydney Rosenfeld ne FOR salary fo- my work
In The Rainmaker OF Syria
How much do they owe you?'
81 don't know" replied Miss Davis. Struggling
her shoulders.
How much did you receive az Procto.'s last
.One hundred dollars less ) per cent. The money
was paid to my sister; 49,
Have you any Jeweiry,
once / had diamond ring. bat my sister lost
Miss Davis testified that she hal sold all her fur
niture to her sister with whom she lived. part OF Il
H. In the course OF the examination MSS Davis
pea tedly pressed her hand 70 her head and seemed
10 be extremely nervous When pressed with 9ues-
Miss Davis collapsed and fell back against the rau
in front of the jury box in a ttintlns )ndron.
The examination was at once adjourned until No.
yember ~.
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WORK FOR WOMAN SUFFRAGE.
REPORTS At THE ROCHESTER CONVENTION SHOW
ING THE PROGRESS IN THIS STATE.

REPORTS At THE ROCHESTER CONNENlloN sfiO"~
ING THE PROGRESS IN THIS STATE.
Rochester. " Y. Nov l9-Mrs. jean Brooks
Greerleaf was in the chair when the session OF the
New-York State Woman Suffrage Convention opene>-
rms morning Mrs Ellen Cheney. chairman. reportet.
for the Committee on Parliamentary Rules and
Practice She suggested that books OF parliament
tarv law be read and studied by the Delegates per-
sonaIiy and ir the local clubs Mrs cneney ais~
gave the county report for Chautauqua. She said
that there were twelve clubs in that county, All
Of which were fourishing. Mrs. Cheney presented
TO the Convention the good wishes OF Union
Grange an organization OF farmers IN Cnau'au-
qua. -,
For Wyoming County the report was mace oy
Mrs Crossett II showed six clubs activey en-
gagged in the work; also that several women afs
on the school trustee boards in the various towns
covugo County was reported for by Mrs How
land She said the Auburn society had grown
considerably during the year. Mrs. Howland con-
s,dered tina, the most hopeful sign OF the times
was the general attitude Of the press tnroushou'
the country toward the woman sunrasis' n"o'e'
ment.
Th. Washington County report showed all local
societies TO be actively engaged in the WORK
,,ss rl,zabe,h Curtiss gave an interesting ac-
oourt of work done in Richmond County She saic
that the club small In numbers. pu. . .u ~. %
near,v represent the sentiment in the country as
nn ,hs women Who wished could not for one reason
or another Join the organization l., >-,
,r county mad been carried on during the year by
two clubs. that women have been 10 se'erA'
OF the school boards . co,,,,y a,a d.
Mrs Brownell spoke for Genesee county: ana ue
tailed The organization of the youngest county
Political Equality club in the state. .
Al rhe executive session the treasurer rePoI :
was presented. showing receipts for the year OF
81 ass 30; expenditures. S,9Sy o. , c..
Mrs Maud Humphrey. of the Legislative Commit-
tee presented her report. 1t was not made pupIic.
NM II is understood TO be regarding the woman
Christian Temperance Union in relation TO the SUI
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20
4 CHARMING RECEPTION.
THE SOCIETY OF KERAMIC ARTS ENTER
TAINS a HOST OF FRIENDS AT



THE WALDORF
The ladies' % the New-York Society Of Keramic
Arts gave charming reception in the state apart
ments o. the Waldorf last evening. a preliminary
function its Ffth-ave. exhibition which is to be
held in the same apartments to-day and tomorrow
Guests received by Nine. lie Prince. presi-
dent OF the society: Mrs. A. b. Leonard Mrs ID. T.
Oak. Ms T., T Reeves. Mrs. Coils r. Pond. Mrs
A. Il de Frece. Mrs. +. Rowel Priestman. Miss
Phoebe Eadson and Miss NJ. II. f. Montfor
One the most delightful features OF the even
ing the cosuming Of several OF the ladies' TO
represent the celebra ted makes Of china.
Miss Helen Bray, who represented Sevres china
wore exquisite costume composed or PINK
SAT -brOcadel skirt. with pale green mousseline
de sole polonaise caught up In panniers on each
side trimmed with miniature buttons of pearl and
gold. necklace Of rare and beautiful pearls was
with this costume.
Mrs r., an n Dean Gardner was perfect repre-
sentat;Cn Of Rookwood in her dainty gown
Of brown and yellow. in which the colors were
most artiscally blended.
Mrs d. +. Walker was an ideal Dresden shep'
herdess in her pink satin skirt and bodice. with an
overdress Of fowered mousseline de sole. orna-
mented with medalllons Of the Dresden emma
which her costume represented.
The lovely blue and white Wedgewood. so dear
the hearts of collectors. was faithfully repre-
sented ny Miss Jessie Dow In a "fetching cos
tune the skirt OF which was OF blue satin. pro-
/ caded Wit white garlands plain hlue satIn pou-
ice. cut decoletk and finished about the shouders
with dainty white cameo medallions, set thckiy
with turquoise.
Miss M.rie lie Prince a japanese maiden won
end OF admiration. and If she continues TO wear
the pretty anl novel costume during all the days
Of the sale. many guests Will be enticed into drink
ing tee served In japanese cups.
Miss Frances Marquand. in costume OF ivory
satin and powdered wig. represented the dainty ana
artistic ,h'na OF the Louis XVI period. .
Perhaps the quain;est and most attractive OF all
the costumes worn that OF Miss Pierce. who
represented the Delft ware In vogue with our
Dutch erandmotherS. She wore a Delft blue skirt
and white linen blouse with blue collar ana Gums,
on II, lurr d back corners OF which were tiny
pictures OF wlndmills and scenes along the dykes
Of Holland Miss Perce's smiling face was framed
I'm a snowy cap OF Holland linen.
Miss Annie lie Prince was dressed 10 represent
the china OF he Louis Ky period.
Tee WIS served during the evening for dollar
Gun which price gave every one the privilege OF
choosing his or her own cup and saucer and taking
them home as souvenirs The cups and saucers
were decorated by the different ladies OF the So
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President Of the Pttsburg ana AhcehehF ''''''i'
Was followed by Mrs Mayer Heineman. VINO SANG
the scena et aria from Meyerbeers lie frophe'e
With artsti. INTERPRETATION. When she finished MIS-
I<ohu, Introduced the distinguished speaker OF '"e
OCCASION Joseph Jacobs. y. A.. OF LONDON "ho'
b, inv,ation Of the New York section or me 'ouh-
I'll Of Jewish Women is now delivering pe.r , ,,i, ~ !,
coursc of lectures on the PHILOSOPHY OF Je"lsh
History" He Is also lecturinc on othcr suDll"c,s
before the Johns Hopkins and ChlcaHo u'''e'''''''
Hrooklyu Institute and other colleges
MIR. JACOBS ADDRESSES THE COUNCIL
Mr. Jacobs Is q forceful lecturer. scholar ana
thinker whose profound philosophy Is known ana
recognized on both sides OF the Audh'c' "e SpoN.
y, tho mower I'm the hands of women OF the preseh.
dav and clustered his remarks around the ceh'Ia'
thought that the future Of Judaism Hes III '"e
81 fhink il would be WELL he said ~ you Jewisn ,
,pomcn were little less exclusive III s'"' '
lions with the outside word. >. - ,ho, .xou,si,e-
'G~Irrnd'e ia Reine de Saba was th"n eNq
l., sung by Mrs II. Didcshcim. accompahiD,u ~, 10y
r., t,,n, and Mrs Albert Hendricks payeu i'upih-
.i l. also Caprice" In finished style soH
sU Marston was charmngly given by MIS- Bav,n ,
Sucman ~ and ihcn Mrs. Sophie Bee, OF Nr" '
York who was elected first vice-presid'h' 'o-""''
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Mrs F. Mandel corresponding secretary. Miss
Sadie American; recording secretary. Miss Ger
trude Berg treasurer Mrs Carrie NJ Wolf.
Rabbi Mondes gave the benediction and the con-
vention adjourned. The exact date Of the next
convention was not fixed but il will be held three
years from now
THE AFTERNOON RECEPTION.
The Council closed its convention with An elabo-
rate reception and luncheon at Sherrys at
O'Clock i'm the afternoon. The New-York section.
both city and State officers arranged the function
in compliment to the National officers. deega tes
and guests and between 2.o,) and 1000 people were
in attendance Palms American Beauty roses and
violeis wee the flower decorations not mentioning
the other ornamcntaton in the form OF hundreds
Of beautiful women. handsome gowns and geam-
ing jewels.
The greeting was given by Mrs Alexander
Kohut president Of the New-York section. She is
a supcrb-looklnC woman and a notably eloquent
and magnetic speaker. and her welcome 10 tho
guests was delivered without notes In an easy and
gracious manner that cap,ivated every hearcr
Il do not wish to goodby to tho convention y
she said IN closing hor remarks. and go shall
say auf wicderschcn instead and look forward 10
the next convention with the deepest and tender
est interest. We are to meet again for three
years and that is a long long time. We as Jew
ism women. have much to accomplish In those
three years and feel that not one OF us here
will forget what we owe our faith. our homes.
ourselves and the world The angels themselves
are sorry that the convention is over. God bless
the women who attended. and God bless our presi
dent" loud applause)
piano solo "Ilcb.siraum. No. g." List. was
played brilliantly by Mr.. Nathan Kaufman. She
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20

Tuxedo Hall. There was large attendance OF deie-
saies and spectators when President Hannah O.
Solomon called the meeting 10 order. She SAID that
ss there was a lot Of business 70 transact. every
Speakers would have only three minutes in which 10
express her opinions.
MIS- Jacobson Of 81. Louis chairman o. the
Committee OF Resolutions. then read resolution
shankng the various officers Of the council FOR the
earnest manner in which they worked 70 make the
convention a success This resolution was adopted
By rising vote.
A resolution was then INTRODUCED expressing
deep sympathy with the Armenans who suffer rom
religious persecution. This created discuss on
Mrs Frederick Nathan. Of Now-York. arose ana
said tina, there was great difference Of opinion a.
10 whether the Armenans were prosecuted or MOI.
"A erea, many people are Of opinion sad sne'
"tha, the Armenians brought this trouble on then-
selves through political intr!gucs, and dont TANK
II is in the province OF this convention to decide
who Is 70 blame.
Another delegate stated that it would not be wise
for the convention 10 take up the Eastern ques-
ton This occasioned laughter.
After some discussion the resolution was taDie'
4 little later resolution expressing the gratitude
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20
U.s DROWNED WHILE FISHING

The body OF the man washed ashore at College
Point on Tuesday afternoon was identified yester-
dav afternoon as that OF Peter T. Massacker forty
three years old OF No. $40 East Northumberland
fifty y-sixth-st. He was drowned November 8
while fishing with his son off North Beach. Their
boat capsized and both were drowned. The SOM 3
body has not yet been recovered.
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20
, lJfSTCAL FOR SE4NEN.

Tho West Side Womans Christian Temperance
1.nion gave a musical last evening At the Mizpah
n,,,g Room and Convalescens Home for Sea
.ar No 59 Hudson-s The entertainment. FUR
nished by uptown ladies interested in the Home.
was Thoroughly enjoyed by the seamen present.
The closing feature was supper. served In the
large dining room downstairs.
The Mission has received an upright piano from
Mrs p. Northrop, who Is much Interested Ia the
rood work being done by this union.
New-York tribune., 1896-11-20

forward and thanked the delegates TOT .ne
came ion,Terred upon her. and introduced rresden!
honor Jo e solomon who had been re-eiec'eu a'
The morning session. rr, reception She spoke
MIS- Soiotoe Srent GOOD which the convention had ac,
ccodmpIished cd and said that snd that the jewish
take home n ia as women should assist the Council
in IT'S oblec,n." she said exists only for women
40 not want i Where go sn ManI ana my yomen
wsanS we AZ and my children to go aiSo' "e" ""N
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LAST DAY OF THE COUNCIL.
THE CONVENTION CLOSED WITH A RE
CEPTION AT sIiERRY'S

ELECTION OF oFFICERs-CHICAGO CARRIES THE
T1FUL GOWNS AND BRILLIANT SPEECHES.
The fifth days session Of the Jewish women's con-
eenron opened yesterday morning at 10 o'clock In