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The Salt Lake herald-Republican. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1909-1918, 1910-07-30
CRIMINAL ExTRAvAGANCE.

No taxpayers were heard TO thank
GOO COR the American party" when the
.1act became known that the tax levy
had been raised from thirteen to fif-
1eer mills by the city council Instead
lof he 9ious Ejaculation. faxed for a
purpose in the first place. the curses
were loud. long and deep.
The trick was turned at rush"
,oession OF the council Thursday. the
schene having been carefully con-
scocted prior TO the meeting. and every
tnember on the inside cooked and
Drined for the occasion.
The only excuse made for this al
znost criminal raid upon the packets
lof the taxpayers was that the city had
-contracted for and spent $4,000 in
Aexcass OF the amounts provided for in
ahs budget made up last February.
According to a statement forced
from the unwilling lips Of J. y. More
fon. a member Of the committee on es-
inmates and appOrtionment. the finan-
ices OF the city are IN a deplorable con-
,ditlon- Money has been dlsbursed with
"a lavish hand in places where II would
do the most good FOR the party OF pelf
hGnd public plumber.
Favorites have been played all along
lshe line. The board OF estimates was
unable 10 figure out where IL could
lind the modest amount asked by the
beard Of health. but an appropriation
necessary % provide a sinecure for Joe
Cohen. a political hanger-on, was
readily granted.
As a result OF this system Of flnanc-
ing. the city has been separated from
1147.0OO in excess Of the estimates in
five months. and the tax levy has been
raised from thirteen 10 fifteen mills 10
cover the deficit
Tae assessors returns for this year
show an increased valuation Of S6,2i1,-
OO1 over that Of 1909. And yet. not
withstanding this fact. even with the
additional two-mlll levy. we are calm
~ informed by the city hail gang that
the city will come out in the hole at
the end OF the year.
Under careful management and
some show OF intelligence upon the
part Of the board Of estimates. a 10
mill levy would have been sufficient.
liking tho largely increased valuation
into consideration. For several years
past the levy has been thirteen mills.
an6 ample funds have been provided
Tor the ordinary running expenses OF
the city and extensive public improve
Tnents.
There is no excuse for the criminal
carelessness and wastefulness Of the
city council. which makes a 15-mill
levy necessary at this time. allowing
that the figures given are correct and
that the levy really is necessary.
II will be another year before the
taxpayers OF salt Lake who are beinr
robbed set a chance at these council
men, and by that time instead OF a
$4,000 deficit the amount may reach
million or more. It's a great game
this eursins the ''hierarch" and footing
the city treasury.
The Salt Lake herald-Republican. [volume] (Salt Lake City, Utah) 1909-1918, 1910-07-30

voted with his party first. last and all
the time
II regularity is q crime to be pun
ished at the polls. both parties may as
well dissolve their organizations ard
let political chaos prevail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
RECORDS AT POsToFFICE Admission once Gets All Packages t Destination By Christmas Day

Anniston. December 26.-(SpeciaD-Wi more than a customer a minute at the stamp window, according to exact count, and other windows being worked in equal proEsrtion. one new one being opened, with packages stacked about three feet deep in the work room, every train run hing late and the mails congested, the Anniston postoffice did the biggest bus tness this year within the history of that institution, according to Assistant Post master D. Houston Smith.
 Notwithstanding this fact, however, every package that came into the office during Saturday was delivered to it's des- tination in the city or mailed out through the regular routes by Saturday night, ex- tra clerks having been employed for the service. Furthermore, the Anniston clerks and carriers presented the GUS toners of the office a fine present in agreeing voluntarily to keep the windows open beyond the regular holiday hours on Sunday morning and afternoon, thus all lowing many who would have waited un- til Monday to get their presents on that day
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
THE GRowLERs'
 HOLIDAY DANCE

The Growlers' Christmas dance last evening at the Country club was in keep ing with the many delightful affairs which these young society men have given. This is the third annual Christ mas dance and was perhaps the most brilliant. Several hundred invitations were sent out and met with the large re- sponse which always greets these ex- cellent hosts.
 The chaperons included a coterie of the most prominent married couples in society. A favor cotillon was danced, MT. John Prowell. dancing with Miss Fredrika Ferguson, leading. He was as- sisted by MT. Walton Ford with Miss Carrie White Bean. The favors were exceptionally pretty and unique The most highly prized was the Growler hat pin which was given during the especial Growler figure. The colors of the club purple and white-were used with back ground of smilax and Christmas green cry The holiday idea was followed in the colors employed on the sandwich and bon-bon table, which stood in the dining room; the punch table in the living room, and the coffee table in the private din ing room. A Christmas tree held the cotillon fayors-little Christmas gift souvenirs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
CHRISTMAS IN OTHER YEARS
BY J. c. HIDDEN, D. D.

"The time draws near the birth of Christ, The moon is hid the night is still;
 The Christmas bells from hill to hill Answer each other in the mist.
 But they my troubled spirit rule,
 For they controll'd me when boy;
 They bring me sorrow touch'd with Joy, The merry, merry bells of Yule.
 parbans there Is not a reader of The Age-Herald young or old who does not know that the 25th of December IS cele- trated, all over the Christian world, in commemoration of the Nativity of our Savior And yet, perhaps, there are many who do not know that at first this cele- 5ration of the anniversary of the birth or the Savior was held by the eastern churches in the months of April and May. In the fourth century St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, urged Pope Julius to order an investigation of the exact day of Christ's birth.
 The result of the inquiry by the the ologians of the east and west was an agreement of the 25th of December The decision was based on an examination of
  archives of Rome" From that time on this day has been made sacred in the hearts of all who love Christ. The devoted and enthusiastic oelebra- ton of the Christian church, with its ele- vated convlviality, blended with its sacred and hallowed story of peace and love and good will to man, gradually drew all |. f,, hA nhC a holiday festivity of Christmas. Families scattered far and near met to- gether around the festive board, and by l the glowing warmth of the Yule log, and the day was regarded Fin the double light l of a holy commemoration and a cheerful | festival"
 l During the middle ages. the holiday
 was celebrated by dramatic performances
 of people in queer costumes and gro tesque masks. There was custom of singing carols, which was intended to re- call the songs of the shepherds at the I birth of Christ, and there are many col lections of these naive medieval carols
 which filled the hours between the noe turnsl masses" Of the oldest of these carols there is said to be only two still in preservation. These are infthe "Bodleian l library in volume of 'Christmasse Car olles', printed by Wynllin de Worde, in 152l." But there are many other ancient Christmas carols that were sung in Eng land and Wales
 It would take whole volume to tell of the ceremonies and feasts of the Christ mas seasons coming down the ages. Many of them are grotesque, many are merry and others are beautifully tender and solemn. What can be more grahdly sublime than a full choir with grand organ filling some vast cathedral with a Christmas anthem? Christmas festivals in England have all ways been of particularly domestic and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Was Shooting From Car Windows

Russellville. December 26.-(Special) J. Saturday afternoon Deputy Sherif M. c. Strange may have prevented serious trouble by being on the 'southbound pas senger train. Just as the train was leav- ing Isbell, a small station south of Rus sellvlle, man giving his name as w. G. Southern and his home as about 10 miles northeast of Haleyvile in Winston county, pulled a pistol from his pocket and began to fire promiscuously out of the car window of the train. The man. 1t is said, was in an intoxicated condition and may have turned the gun in another direction had not the officer taken. charge of him. Southern was brought to the city by MT. Strange and placed in the county jail and charges of carrying con- cealed weapons and public drunkenness placed against him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27

Yesterday was one of the most joyous days of the year The morning cotillon at the Southern club introduced the fes- tivities for the younger set and the mar ried people, while Miss Gertrude Motion introduced the day for the school set with Christmas morning dance at her home. Throughout the day the sound of the small boys horn and drum and the explo- sions of fireworks made the day seem more typical of a southern Christmas than was Sunday. The afternoon was given principally to the exchange of Christmas gifts and the evening was gay with the dance. At the Country club the Growlers gave their usual beautiful Christmas cotillon, which was attended by a large number of young society folk. The Friar's club was the scene of dance for charity's sake. Under the auspices of the>Council of Jewish Women the dance was given for the benefit of the free kindergarten at Temple Emmanuel. It received a large patronage and the sum from the sale of tickets will aid greatly in the kindergarten work this year.
 There were several weddings. the Latin rop-Orr marriage being the climax of a brilliant day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Practical work for rarmer.

Auburn, December 2s.-(Spes4ol )-one of the practical features of the instruction of students of agriculture at Auburn is the fact that many of the problems of the actual breeding work are given to the students for solution. The senior students in agriculture are encouraged to take as subjects for their theses the development of some subdivision of problem of the stations work. One example of the stu dent work is that one senior has gen erated 5000 cotton seed to solve one problem. Thus. by working in co-opera- tion with the department of agriculture, the student is furnished the most adapta- ble material and, on his hand, derives results that further the interests of the experimental work
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
ARRANGEMENTS MADE
 TO BUILD GREAT DAM

Washington. December 26-Final con- summation of arrangements between the state department and the Mexican embas- sy here has been brought about for the construction of dam and levee on the lower Colorado river in Imperial valley. Congress at the last session appropr- ated N,0oo.000 for proceeding with the work.
 Under the arrangement just completed the work will be carried out by the Colo rado River Land company, a Mexican corporation. the stockholders in which are Americans. It is provided that the United States does not acquire any right of own ership or easement either in Mexican ter ritory or in the works executed on Mex loan territory where the dam will be situated. The works are to be built from surveys approved by Mexican engineer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Fine Christmas Trade in Decnturs

Decatur, December o6.-(Special.)- )-The Decaturs spent quiet Christmas. There were but few arrests made for drunken ness or disorderly conduct or for of- lenses of any kind. Business of all kinds was better in the two Decaturs this Christmas than it has been for many years before. All the shops report heavy sales. The express company and the two postoffices of the Decaturs were crowded with business beyond their capacity. The local Salvation Army sent out 70 baskets, sufficient for fine dinner for five people,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Holiday Dances and Other
 Interesting Society Iten1S
Miss Flora Orr Weeds Mr. Williams Romeyn Lathrop-Souh- ern Club Morning Geman-The Growlers Dance At the Country Club-Niss Gertrude Motion Hostess.
 Today In Society
BY MYRTLE MILES.

satin charmeuse was another charming visitor.
 | The brides table in the dining room
 was a brilliant white center in the midst
 sf crimson and green surroundings. It stood next to a bay window, which was lined with mistletoe and holly and on whose ledge burned crimson candles in silver candelabra. The wedding cake, embossed in roses, lilies of the valley and mistletoe, stood in the center, and sur rounding 1t were tall comports filled with bon-bons and almonds. The cover was of Cluny lace laid over white satin. Brides roses decorated the coffee table in the library, which was also adorned with Christmas colors.
 Mir. and Mrs. Lathrop left on the night train for their bridal trip, the exact destination of which is known only to themselves. They will return In a fort night and be with MT. and Mrs Orr.
 MT. Lathrop is comparatively a new comer in Birmingham. but he has readily become identified with the social and business world and has been a resident long enough to be already recognized by many as a. prince of good fellows He is the local representative for a large eastern firm. MT. Lathrop has won a charming girl to be his wife. Possessed of superior intellect she has been one of the most accomplished girls in society as well as one of the most attractive. She has lovely voice and one which has received splendid training. This, and her ability, literary and musical have given her something more than the po- sition of a mere society butterfly. and the affectionate interest of scores of friends has been shown in her marriage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
pentists VIII Assemble

Washington. December 26.-Deans of dental colleges throughout the United States and other official delegates ar- rived tonight to attend three days session, beginning tomorrow, of the National Institute of Pedagogics Meth ods of teaching dentistry will be the only subject taken up by the conven- ton. the institute not including in it's programme discussions on the various theories connected with the profession of dentistry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Big Day fin Police Court

Anniston, December 26.-(Special)- Monday was another big day in the An n!sAon police court, the total fines and costs aggregating s490.20. The biggest fines were s1S0.20, against Sam Gentry, on a charge of assaulting woman with a seyolver. and disorderly conduct against John Rowland, who was fined $1O1.5O for alleged violation of the prohibition law. Similar cases against Y. B. Welch. Will Carson, A. B. Lee and D. M. Williams were continued, as were several other minor cases. There were more drunk and disorderly cases than for many months.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27

mother. Mrs. R. T. Williams, in the Levert The holiday colors, green and
 white, beautified the luncheon table and made a brilliant setting for the group of bright-faced young people. Po,nsettia blossoms were used to make centerpieces, for the table and draper les of crimson ribbons were caught from the corners of the room The place favors were attractive little santa Claus emblems. Those included in the pretty hospitality were Miss Eleanor Anderson. Miss Sarah Simp- son, Miss Katherine Baine, Miss Rosa lind Blair, Miss Erline Reynolds. Miss Katherine Reynolds and the hostess, Miss Gladys Williams.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
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TO-DAY IN SOCIETY

I The M. P. c. club morning ger !, man at the Margaret Allen school. . Miss Frances Whites afternoon > card party. The hour is 2:@.
 |. Mrs. Vincent Ferguson's after > noon tea; from to and from |. to 5, according to invitation.
 > Dr. and Mrs. J.. D. Dabney's : l, buffet supper in compliment to l, Miss Clare Lee Woodson, de- |. butante. and Miss Leone Robin ], son of Anniston, a visitor. Tho } hour is [ o'clock
 . MT. and Mrs. Harrison Stuart |. Matthew's buffet dinner in honor } of MT. and Mrs. Joseph Hoadley t of New York. - The Alpha Omega dance at - Friars' hall.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
Instruction in CIa..ing and Grading

Auburn, December 26.-(Special. "A winter school for instruction in chasing, grading and production of cotton for the farmers of Alabama, as we'll as for the students at Auburn. has been planned. But because there is no means to provide the proper equipment, nor even seats. desks and laboratory equipment. 1t is like ly that the idea of a general instruction will be foregone. Instruction in chasing and grading will surely be given to the students some time in January or Febru- ary. but unless some means of providing the equipment Is secured, the school for general instruction probably will not be held
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27

buttormilk, This did not do any good, so we took him to hospital. He was treated as an out-patient twice a week and he got, worse. if anything. We then called in an other doctor and inside of a week the boy was, to all appearances, cured and the doctor said his work was done. But the very next day t broke out as bad as ever.
 "We decided that 1t could not be cured and must run its course and so we just kept his arms bandaged to his side to prevent his tearing his flesh. We left Toronto and shortly after our arrival in Duluth. the Cuti- e,ira Remedies were recommended. We started using them in May 1909, and soon the cure was complete You would not think he was the same child for Cuticura made his skin perfectly clear and he Is entirely free from the skin disease. There has been no return this time. We still use only Cuticura Soap for baby's bath. Robert Mann, Proctor, Minn.. May 3, 1sl0."
 Cutieurs Remedies sold throughout the world Potter Drug Chem. Corp. Sole Props. Boston.
 Nailed free. latest book on Treatment ofthe Skin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27

merry, as well as religious nature; equal- ly so among all classes. "On Christmas eve the bells were rung; On Christmas eve the mass was sung; That only night. in all the year, Saw the stoled priest the chalice rear. Then opened wide the baron's hall To vassal tenant, serf, and all; Power laid his rod of rule aside, And ceremony doffed his pride. The heir, with roses in his shoes. That night might village partner choose. All hailed, with uncontrolled delight And general voice, the happy night That to the cottage, as the crown, Brought tidngs of salvation down. England was merry England when Old Christmas brought his sports again. Twas Christmas broach'd the mightiest
 ale:
 Twas Christmas told the merriest tale; A Christmas gambol oft would cheer A poor mans heart through half the
 year."
 Which one of us, in our own land, has not memories of tender, touching asso- citations of the bygone Christmas days. The old home, gaily decorated with holly and mistletoe; with yew and running cedar, while gathered around the ruddy fire were father and mother, sisters and brothers, and many loved friends. their faces beaming with gladness. What a happy throng 1t was And how our hearts are singing with tenderness today as these bright memories crowd upon us.
 And there are some, perhaps, who will recall Christmas in the camp, bivouached in some cold, wind-swept field, far away from the loved ones at home, sur rounded by comrades suffering every pri- vitation, but brayely cheering each other with song, laughter and story. God bless the boys! eH'r
 Then sleeping on the cold earth. dream- ing of home, and it may be, of a nearer and a dearer one, as his heart would sing the words:
 I'll think of thee, dearest, When far far away; I'll dream of thee. dearest, By night and by day Thine image shall bless me Through pleasure, through pain, Through joy and through sadness, Through sunshine and rain. If disease, the stern soldiers Most terrible foe,
 Should dishearten my spirit, My body lay lew,
 The sound of thy voice, The touch of thy hand Shall wait sweet Neptenthe From Memorys land.
 The Chieftain's hoarse voice May call us Ito arms!" The trumpeter sound
 1isp terrific alarms:
 Mid roaring of cannon And clashing of steel
 Thy form shall not banish, Thy love I'll still feel. Should the shock of the battle My struggle end, 'Tis a summons to go To my heavenly Friend: In deaths cold embraces My war-cry shall be. 'I died for my country. For truth and for-thee"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-27
CHRISTMAS MORNING
 GERMAN AT CLUB

The custom for many years of hay ing a Christmas morning german at the Southern club was again followed this year-taking place yesterday morning. Society was well represented both by the younger set and the mar ried folk. It was a delightful occa- sion, indeed one of the most success full that the club has ever had and adds another page to the annals of Birmingham's interesting club life.
 Clusters of American Beauty roses decorated the reception rooms and drawing rooms of the club and the tables In the cafe, where there were g. number of pleasant littlel luncheon parties, were adorned with vases of American Beauty roses and carnations.
 The cotillcn was led by MT. William Dunn, dancing with Miss Estelle Nabb. who was one Of the beauties of the occasion She was gowned in bright. bluo with @ becoming hat en suite Miss Jennie Trimble was one of the pretty girls noted in the ballroom She was attired in light blue voile yelling. blue silk and her pretty costume was completed by blue picture hat crowned with black plumes. Miss Mar jorie Weatherly was much admired In green satin yelled with black marqui- sette, and Miss Maebelle R0den, in soft green with hat en suite. Miss Mary Kinney was a pretty debutante in pink and with a pink picture hat. Miss Gladys Enslen in blue velvet was another bud" receiving much atten- tion, and Miss Gamaliel Dixon in white tailored suit and red hat was charm ing. Among the other attractive wom- cn noted in the ballroom an'l later In the cafe were Miss Eleanor Matthews. Miss Grace Hoadley. Miss Dorothy Howard, Miss Mary Campbell, Miss Elizabeth Morriss, Miss Florence Rog- CTS. Miss Mary Ware. Miss Mary Ruth McLester Mrs. Mason billiard, Mrs A. 4. Adams. Mrs. Viola Petty Walker, Mrs. John H. Mihge. Mrs. Lee Clary, Mrs. E. w. Barrett, Mrs. Mercer Bar nett, Mrs. Charles c. Davis, Mrs. Jack Eowron, Miss Fannie Dunn. Miss Lut- kins, Mrs. E. M. Kilby. Mrs. John Gala well, Mrs. Wilbur Kelly, Mrs. E. T. Wilcox. Mrs. Hugh Morrow, Mrs. Ha- good of Charleston. Mrs. Joseph Hoad- ley, Mrs. Harrison Stuart Matthew. Mrs. Edward Devereux Smith, Mrs. A. R, Dearborn, Mrs. Haven of New York, Mrs. Frank Jones, Mrs. Owen Gillespy. Mrs. O. M. Williamson and others.
 Among the clubmen were MT. R. A. Brown, MT. Mudd Martin, MT. John Iusk, MT. John Denson, MT. Robert Johnston, Vr. Mason Brown. MT. Jen- kins, MT. B. M Allen, MT. George Mc- Gaughey, Dr. Heflin, MT. Chase Per k:ns, Mr. Claud Allen, MT. Ellis, MT. Robert Thach, Jr., MT. w. M. Walker, Mir. Joseph Walker, MT. Callahan. MT. Robert Badham. MT. Lee Tilghman. MT. Turnbull, MT. Hoadley, MT. Barrett, MT. William Wisner of Memphis, MT. David Roberts. MT. H. c. Seibels, MT. E. T. Kilby. MT. Morrow, MT. Frank Jones, Wilcox of Memphis. Mr/Matthews. MT. MT. Yancey and many others.