The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-05-15
AT U. ID. c. CONVENTION.

AT U. ID. c. CONVENTION.
 Daughters who were fortunate enough to be able to attend the eighth annual convention, assembled in Greensboro, will ever feel that that occasion will re- main one of gilded memories.
 When the gavel sounded the arrival of the all important hour a picture of aesthetic and patriotic beauty was pre- sented-handsome Southern plants, laden with gorgeous clusters of red and white blossoms beautifed the stage and half of the spacious hall was filled with Daughters, wearing badges bearing names of many prominent heroes, who went forth from the Cradle of the Con- federacy'' and gladly sacrificed life for Dixie land"
 The addresses of welcome by the may or. in behalf of the city. and by Mrs C. Clinton Seed in behalf of the hostess Chapter, made all feel that their attend ance had been desired and their pres ence would prove a source of joy. The response by Miss Forney of Jacksonville beautifully voiced the sentiments of the entire delegation.
 The Presidents report was comprehen- sive suggestive. and encouraging. The reports submitted by the recording and corresponding secretary. treasurer and historian convinced all that the Alabama Division. U. D. C., had in the past year worked untiringly, contributed nobly, and should be commended unanimously.
 The Chapter reports evidenced interest, enthusiasm and results.
 Reports were submitted by chairmen of five of the standing committees, as follows:
 Children of the Confederacy. by Mrs. Rumph, who stated that last year only five auxiliaries were reported and that six more had been organized during the past year.
 Miss Bullock's report on extra date for delivering crosses of honor in October resulted in the 12th being selected as the date when the beloved chieftain of the Lost Cause passed over the river.
 Report on Words of Dixie was read by Mrs. Ross, as the chairman, Mrs. Dow dell, was not able to be present. The convention fully appreciated the work done by this committed, Ca compilation of 8 versions of DixieJ and expressed unani nous thanks but deferred action until next convention.
 Report on State badge and flower re- suited in the selection of an Artistic de- sign in gold, which represents our State Capitol partially unveiled by a scroll, having Alabama, D. C." inscribed upon
 
 yellow jessamine.
 Mrs. Dawson submitted the monument report, which showed decided increase in interest and donations the past year and convinced the Daughters that the word fail could now, never be associated with the projected monument on Shiloh bat tiefield and that while many Chapters had decided to erect monuments In the very midst they would never faltcr in their loyalty to this enterprise, which will enrole Alabama on the National field.
 The following officers were elected: Mrs. Wood of Troy was unanimously reelected president; Mrs. C. Clinton Seed of Greensboro, first vice-president; Mrs. Electra Semmes Colston of Mobile. second president; Mrs. Merrill Pratt of Prattville, treasurer; Miss Kate Mo- Galley of Huntsville, secretary; Mrs. AL len of Troy and Mrs. Harvey Jones of Mobile, reelected corresponding secre- tary and historian, respectively.
 The business session embraced many new ideas and suggestions. Dr. Hosmer. president of the Southern University extended a most cordial invitation to the convention to visit that institution and on Wednesday afternoon the delegates after enjoying a delightful drive, were permitted to wander lad libertum' among those classic halls erected nearly a half century ago.
 The innovation at this convention was the introduction of a literary program, which consisted of songs. poems and essays by Alabama talent. The social feature of the convention was one of unalloyed pleasure. climaxing in beau- tiful reception at the elegant and hos pitable ante bellum home of Mrs. Lee Otis. Mrs. L. G. Dawson. MRS. FANCHER'S O4TH BIRTHDAY.
 Mrs. Hannah Fancher celebrated her 9fth birthday yesterday at the home of her son, MT Horace Ware Fancher, on Columbus Street, when many of her warm friends called to do her honor. Her son, MT, Walter Fancher of Centreville, Clerk