St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-01-01

sisters, the Misses Williams, of Chattanooga,
Tenn, was decided success.
/ The Misses Williams are very sweet and
charming young ladies' and enjoyed the &C.
casion completely.
Mrs. M. E. Burns and Miss Katie Burns
have returned to New Orleans after having
spent the holidays with Mrs. Ed. Kentzel.
They were accompanied home by Master
Allen Kentzel.
Miss Salome Seller entertained at five
hundred on Friday last.
The Xmas tree given by Mrs. }. K. NJ.
Dillon in honor of her little son, to the
children of Covington was much appreciated
by all who attended,
| Mrs. Dillon's son acted as Santa Claus and
presented each child with a token of remem-
berance The presents were appropriate
and worth having. Much credit is due Mrs.
Dillon for her excellent management. More
than fifty children were made happy
Miss Cecil Gabrielle has returned from a
visit to friends in New Orleans
DR.. Armand Mary, one of New Orleans
prominent dentists is the guest of DR.. A. H.
Grimmer.
The Lyceum attractions will begin on
January TO- at the Southern Hotel, under
the auspices of the Womens Progressive
Union. This first attraction will be pre-
sented by Morphet & Co., who are fine ma
giscians, illusionists, ventriloquists and
fire department.. These performances are
to begin at $50 and last until 1915 p. M,
then the hall will be cleared and dancing
INDUCED in by the younger set. Music will
be furnished by Mr.. A. Guyol. These affairs
should prove success, as the attractions are
of high class.
Miss Hattie Montgor. cry is the charming
guest for the holidays of Miss Euphemie
Richard.
Mesdames c. E. Schonberg and H. E.
Gdutreaux were among the visitors to New
Orleans this week to see the Merry Widow,
at the Tulane Theatre.
Mrs L. Brand and Miss l.. Markell spent
last Sunday in Covington, guests of Mrs. J.
Bokenfohr.
Miss Seymoura Hadden returned to her
home in New Orleans Wednesday evening
after delightful visit to Mrs. S. V. Kentzel
and Mrs. G. F. Poole
The annual banquet of the Covngton Masons, Lodge
No. 1873, held at the Southern hotel Monday even
ing, about forty members and guests gathering at
the table. During the brotherly conyese much that
the Worshipful Master, Mr.. G. E. Jenkins The
banquets of this order always looked forward to
with pleasure, and gather together the best citizens
| of Covington.
Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Montgomery celebrated their
golden wedding on Monday, December q, 1909. The
occasion of unusual felicity and hearty con-
gratuations and numerous and handsome presents
were rendered by the many friends and relatives
present. Fifty years of conjugal life attended by
the blessings of health and strength, is example
of the protecting care Of the Almighty that's in
fntey to be desired than great wealth, and the
children grandchildren relatives and friends of this
aged couple were inexpressibly happy in gathering
this gathering were their seven children Mrs. Her
man Schultz, R. Montgomery, Jr., Mrs. H. Dutsch,
Thomas, John and Harry Montgomery and Mrs. NJ
Cooper and fifteen grandchildren.
An excellent dinner was served, which enjoyed
by all present. after which in the evening the young
| folks danced amidst the handsome decorations Of
holly and mistetoe to the strains of sweet music.
| An occurrence of some interest during the day
was the christening of the infant of Mr. and Mrs.
| Harry Montgomery.
The wedding of Britain Strain and Miss Lorena
Davis occurred at the Presbyterian Manse Wednes-
day, Dec. q, 1909, Rev. J. M Williams, officiating
The bride is the daughter of Mr.. D. W. Davis and
old time resident families Of St. Tammany Parish.
They will make their home in Abita Springs
Mrs. S. v Kentzel returns thanks to Rev. F.
Matthies for Jug of his fine syrup This syrup is
made from ribbon cane, and is a very superior
| article both in color and flavor.
At the regular monthly meeting Of the Board of
Directors of the Covington Bank and Trust Com
pany last week, a semi-annual dividend of per
cent was declared, payable and after December
"a, 1909.
Mr. w. H. Lafayette has purchased the Southern
Hotel Cafe and it will hereafter be conducted under
his complete management