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The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
IS THINNESS
 EMBARRASSING? ?
Undoubtedly It Is to Many Maiden and Youth-While Even Those Well Along in Years Prefer We'll Rounded Figures
Prescription Increases Weight

A scrawny, gangling youth or maid en Is almost invariably sighted, over looked or ridiculed in any social gath ering. There Is something about a plump or well proportioned figure which attracts not only friendship, but love and adulation as well.
 People with proper amount of flesh are favored in all walks of life, while the thin are unblessed, unweI- come and. frequently miserable for life. The difference lies in the power of the digestive functions and the ability of the blood and nerves to, absorb and distribute over the body. the nutrition extracted from the food eaten. s
 The thin person is abnormal and lacks the power to absorb and retain the flesh and fat clements. which the gastric juices in. the stomach and fn- testines should. extract. or separate from all kinds. of food and drink.
 A recent accidental discovery has proven that tincture cadomene when blended with certain other drugs, will add from one to three pounds of flesh per week during treatment, while sthe general health and strength also inn proves wonderfully.
 Get in half pint bottle, three ounces of essence of pepsin and three ounces of syrup of rhubarb; then add one ounce compound essence cardiol; shake and let stand two hours; then add one ounce tincture cadomene compound (not cardamom). Shake well and take a teaspoonful before and after meals, drinking plenty of water between meals and when retiring.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MRS. ENGLAND'S TEA
 FOR VISITING GIRLS

A gracious compliment to Miss Louise Haralson and Miss Rowena Day of Gainesville, Tenn, who are house guests of Miss Lucy Stark Williams, and to Miss Williams was Mrs. John Ragland' s tea yesterday afternoon. She entertained al her home in EnSley, the hours Of the tea being from to 5.
 The reception hall of her home was festively adorned for the occasion in southern smilax, to which a touch Of color deep pink, was added by vases of enchantress carnations prettily dec orated punch table which stood here was presided over by Miss Agnes Mcdowell and Miss Bessie Morrison.
 Tn the parlor trailing asparagus and yellow roses made bright color motive. Standing with the pretty hostess to vel come the callers were Miss Williams, Miss Haralson. Miss Day, Mrs. Owen Gillespy and Mrs. D. B. Bird, the hostess mother.
 Red carnations were employed in the decoration of the dining room. They made handsome centerpiece for the tea table and intermingled with poinsettia were strong forces in giving cheery aspect altogether at variance with the gloom of the afternoon. Lace over red satin made a handsome cover for the table and a mirror surrounded with crimson blos- soms was a mimic lake. The table was lighted with red candles, and the bon bons were red and white. Tea was poured by Mrs. Max Mellon and Mrs. George Bowen. Others serving here were Mrs. Robert Chadwick, Mrs. Nell Hutchings Mrs. J. II. Flautt and Mrs. T. w. Win ter. Mrs. England invited 150 guests and many cards were left. Among the invited were Mrs Mamie Williams. Mrs. John Williams, Miss Margaretta Williams. Mrs. George Bryant Mccormack, Mrs. U. D. Mooney, Mrs. A. E. Barton of England, Mrs. Haskins Williams, Mrs Robert Wil- Hams, Mrs. c. F. Robbins. Mrs. J. s. White, Miss Jessie Wilson of St. Louis, Mrs. George Hughes, Miss Evelyn Going, Miss Jamie Going. Miss Lillian Moore. Miss Mabel Moore, Miss Lucille Moore, Miss Miriam Wilson, Mrs Robert King, Mrs. J. D. Tucker, Mrs. Charles Hill. Mrs. J. P. Orr, Mrs. O. G. MaclSey. Mrs. Matt Clark, Mrs. Frank Butcher. Mrs. I, W. Minor. Mrs. c. T. Thomson. Mrs. W. H. Wynn, Mrs. J. F. Lee and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16

thereof; provided, however. that the Bir- mingham Railway, Light and Power company shall. as to the space between It's tracks and the rails of its tracks, and for eighteen Qs) inches on each side thereof. bear the expense of all pavement renewals on the approaches to said via duct.
 "The South and North Alabama Rail- road company, Southern Railway com pany, Alabama Great Southern Railroad company, Sloss-Sheffield Steel and Iron company and the Seaboard Air Line railway shall on or before the expiration of six years from the execution of this agreement commence and will prosecute to completion the construction of via duct along Twentyeighth street, between Avenue B and the north or west line of First avenue. upon the same terms as the parties set out in section 1 of this agreement have agreed with the city to construct the said First avenue viaduct and approaches; and the city agrees to said terms and conditions as to the con- struction of the said Twenty y-eighth street viaduct and approaches and will assume the same obligations with refer ence thereto.
 "It Is further understood that the city will not require said parties to construct said viaduct along Twenty-eighth street until the expiration of the said six years.
 "
 Tt Is mutually understood and agreed by all the parties hereto that an exten- sion of time shall be granted to the par ties mentioned in section I and " of this agreement, If, in the beginning of con- struction of said viaducts and ap- breaches, they shall be delayed by strikes injunctions. or unavoidable legal pI oceedings on beginning work thereon; such extension of time to be equal to the time of such delay.
 E VI.
 ''The Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company shall have the same rights and franchises over, along and across said First avenue viaduct and approaches as 1t now has along First avenue at and between points which will be occupied by said viaduct and ap- breaches.
 VII.
 Tt is further understood that, upon the acceptance of the foregoing by the city, an agreement embracing the terms hereof shall be drafted to carry out same, which shall be duly executed by the parties hereto"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
SWEETBRIAR AND V. M. I.
 uEpRESENTED AT DINNER

Miss Kathleen Moore invited a few friends last night to dinner in compli- ment to Miss Margaret Coleman of Mont gcmery, who is visiting Miss Florence Coffin. Her guests included her friends from Sweetbriar college and several young men from the Virginia Military institute who are here for the holidays.
 The colors of the Virginia Military in stitute were followed in the flowers chosen to decorate the table and the red. yellow and white pennants held the name card at each plate. Those whom she in- cluded in the hospitality were Miss Mar garet Coleman. Miss Florence Coffin, Miss Mary Lou Cobb. Miss Moore. and the V. M. l. boys-Mr. Douglass Kirkpatrick, MT. James Mediterranean and MT. John McMenamen of Norfolk. Va; Mir Maclin smith. Mir Julian Smith and MT. Frank lin Moore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
LOOKS LIKE VIADUCT
 AGREEMENT WILL BE
 COMPLETEDTODAY
CONTINUED FROM PAGE D


 
 construction of the First avenue via duct approaches 1t will provide that these portions of First avenue described as fol- lows, namely:
 First, beginning at a point on the northerly line of First avenue 46.7 feet westerly from its intersection with the westerly line of Twenty-seventh street, thence easterly along said northerly line of First avenue, a distance of 195 feet, more or less, to a point 69.1 feet easterly from Its intersection with the east line of Twenty-seventh street, thence south easterly 115 feet, more or less, to point on the south line of First avenue, which point is 119.S feet easterly from the in tersection of said south line of Twenty seventh street fproduoed) ,t thence wester- ly along the south line of First avenue 93S feet westerly from its intersection with the westerly line of Twenty-seventh street, thence northerly 112 feet, more or less to the point of beginning.
 Second beginning at point on the north line of First avenue, which point is 2S7 feet easterly from the intersec- ton of the said north line of First ave- nue and the east line of Twenty-eighth street, thence easterly along the said north line of First avenue to It's inter- section with the east line of Thirty-sec- ond street. thence southerly along the west line of Twenty-second street to its intersection of the south line Of First avenue thence westerly along the said south line of First avenue to point 10 feet easterly from its intersection with the east line of Twenty-eighth street, thence noltheasterly parallel with the main line of the South and North Ala barna railroad 235 feet, more or less. to the point of beginning be closed as street at the present grade, and the ded- ication thereof be vacated. in so far as present grade is concerned.
 And further, that upon the construc- tion of the Twenty-eighth street viaduct. 1t will also close that portion of Twenty eighth street between the south line of First avenue and the north line of Ave nue B as a street at present grade, and vacate the dedication thereof in so far as present grade is concerned. The via ducts along said portion of said avenue and said street to constitute the only dedicated highways between said points.
 III. f< .eThe said companies hereinabove mem tioned in section of this agreement, agree to maintain the said viaduct, except as herein otherwise provided. The city agrees to maintain the approaches thereto, except as herein otherwise pro- vi6ed.% tsss s-Il
 9It is mutually understood and agreed that ordinary repairs to the pavement on the viaduct and approaches are to be made as like repairs are made on ordi- nary paved surface streets The cost of renewals of pavement on the viaduct, not including approaches, are to be borne however by the companies herein above mentioned in section I of this agreement but they are not to- bear such cost on the approaches. or any part
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MISS EUGENIA JOHNSTON'S
 IUyCuEON FOR MISS LUTKINS

Miss Margaret Lutkins of Jersey City was one of the visitors complimented yes- terday. She was the honoree at beau tiful luncheon which her hostess. Miss Eusenia Johnston, gave by way of intro duction to her friends.
 Covers were laid for 12 at Miss John ston's pretty table and the color scheme employed in both decorations and in the service of the elegant luncheon was yell low and white. In the center was brass candelabra, holding 10 lighted yellow ta- rers and the same pretty conceit was followed in the place favors which were individual brass candlesticks. These held the place cards. Yellow chrysanthemums filled two low vases and the comports
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
were decorated with the chalices of spec iD1an bIOagoms

were decorated with the chalices of spec imen blossoms
 Miss Johnston welcomed her guests wearing a lovely yellow chiffon costume and Miss Lutlxins was in white chiffon with a corsage cluster of pink roses. Miss Lutkins is a beauty of the blonI type and will be one of the most ad- hired visiting girls at the md-winter Inequalities. She is pleasantly remem- bered in society as the guest of Mrs. Owen Gillespy. whom she visited before Mrs. Gillespy's marriage.
 Those seated at the luncheon table yesterday were Miss Johnston, Miss Lut- kins, Mrs. John Nlmonson, Mrs. Henry Upson Sims, Mrs. Julian Gorham. Mrs. Forney Johnston, Mrs. Hardee Johnston, Miss Elizabeth Morris, Miss Hannah Elliott, Miss Julia Chenoweth and Mrs. Owen Gilespy. 35yl.l,'' .lsl i ,i
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Falling Ruins XIII M.yor

Lagrange, Ky, December 15-Mayor D. c. McDowell of Lagrange was killed and several other persons had narrow escapes from death by falling chimney while working today in the ruins left by the fire which yesterday swept a portion of this town. The fire broke out again last night but was subdued when aid was sent hy the Louisville fire department.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
FRENCH ENTERTAIN
 ADMIRAL SCHROEDER

Cherbourg, December 15.-The body of Henry Evans. the seaman of the United States battleship North Dakota, who was fatally injured by the explosion in the coal bunkers of the warship yesterday, wos buried today with military honors. The French. authorities at this port were represented at the funeral ceremony,
 Admiral Kiesel, maritime prefect of Cnerbourg, will give an official dinner to- night to Rear Admiral Schroeder, com mander-in-chief of the United States At iantic fleet. and the captains of the first division.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
HOLLY AND MISTLETOE AT HOLIDAY BRIDGE

Miss Eleanor Matthew's who is one of the most popular of the seasons debu- tantes, was the center of the lovely hos pitality extended last evening in the home of her grand parents Captain and Mrs. William H. Graves, on Virginia ave- nue. The beautiful home. with It's colo nial relics, long French mirrors and luxurious tapestries suggested the set ting for some gracious hospitality of ante -bellum days when arranged for the bridge party. Red candles burned in old brassee and on crystal-hung chandeliers branches of holly and mstletoe were fastened. Standing on tabourets and mantles were vases filled with Richmond roses.
 The prizes awarded at the close of the games were also suggestive of the holi- day season. For the girls prize a gold thimble was awarded, and for the men a ruby enameled scarf pin was the trophy. An exquisite Rheinwein glass, hand-painted, was the visiting girls prize, and for the consolation one of the new gift books was presented.
 Mrs. Graves was a hostess both queen ly and beautiful. She wore white silk gown, snowy like her hair. Mrs. Mat thews, the honoree's mother. wore black satin and jet, in which she looked most distinguished.
 Mrs. Frederick Gunster of New York, who Is the house guest of her parents,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Counterfeiter Up for Five Year.

New York, December 15.-Vincenzo De Antonio, convicted of being the wholesale dealer in the counterfeit notes made, by the Lupo-Morrello gang of counterfeters was sentenced today by Judge Hand in the United States circuit court to serve five years in the federal penitentiary at Atlanta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
PresidentaI Candidate Named

Guayaquil, Ecuador, December 15.-The liberals of Guayaquil and Quito have designated Alfredo Baquerozo Moreno as their candidate for the presidency of the republic. The elections will be held on January 8. Emilio Estrada, another can diate. is said to expect the support of the administration. The government palace at Quito was burned today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Wall street FInancier Dies

New York, December 15-Henry c. Da- wis, Wall street banker and broker and President of the Wisconsin society of New York, died at his home here early today. He was 61 years of age and had been i'll for only a few days. MT Davis was regarded as an authority on railroad finance and railroad construction work. He was born in New Hampshire. but moved to Wisconsin while a boy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Girl Burned to Death

Breaux Bridge La. December 15.-Miss Celeste Calais, member of a prom inent family of this place, died here last night as the result of burns which she sustained from the explosion of an oil lamp. Several months ago her only brother was incinerated when his resi- dcnce was burned down.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Sailors Held on serious Charge

Brest France, December 15-Three sail CTS of the battleship Minnesota were ar rested today charged with having as- saulted and robbed a chauffeur, whose au- tomobile, 1t is alleged. they seized for a nocturnal joy ride.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
BEvANs-WHETsToNE
 WEDDING YESTERDAY

Miss Mary c. Whetstone and Mir. Harry c. Bevans were married yesterday morn ing at the home of the brides parents. MT and Mrs. J. B. Whetstone. The cere- mony occurred at 7:30 o'clock and was witnessed by only the relatives and d few friends. Immediately afterward MT. and Mrs. Bevans left for a bridal trip to the southern coast. The bride, as Miss Whetstone, has been decided fav- orite in Birmingham society. Mir Bevans is popular young business man. News of their marriage will come as a surprise to their friends. as no previous announce mcnt had been made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
LUNCHEON PARTIES
 AT SOUTHERN CLUB

After the meeting of the Music Study club down town yesterday morning a
 number of the ladies repaired to the Southern club. where informal luncheons were enjoyed. It is quite the fad these days of downtown shopping anyway for the women as we'll as the club men to repair to the club cafe for luncheon and a quiet hour or two. Among the many seen dining there yesterday were MT. and Mrs. Harry Jones and their little niece, Miss Ruffner. Mrs. Charles Davis was dining with MT. Davis and MT. Lee Bivngs. Mrs. Arthur Adams was with
 her sisteo Miss Walton, and Mrs. George Whatley. Mrs. Frank Nelson, Mrs. Leo Steiner and Mrs. Richard Johnston were among the guests, and Mrs. William Pitt man Redd and Mrs Gus Brannon were there and Mir. and Mrs. Minge with MT. and Mrs. Nathan L. Miller were among the many seen during the luncheon hour.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Mrs. Arthur LoOeldce c Hostess For Mrs. Ward Of Pittsburg
 And Mrs. Hdrry Sims
Captain and Mrs Graves Entertain At BdgeMss Eugena Johnson's Luncheon-A Morning Muscale-Dinner Party For Miss Margaret Coleman-Mrs. Eng
 lands Tea-Other Society Notes
BY MYRTLE MILES.

| Edward Devereux Smith, Mrs. William ri' Graves, Mrs. N. w. Trimble. Mrs HeiI Gaston. Mrs. Alex Cecil, Miss Luetta Gregg, Mrs. Felton Wimberly, Miss Sadie eiiiespy, Mrs. Robley Munger, Mrs. T. IT
 Ashrord' Mrs. Turner weakiey, and others anu
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Record for Overland Wireless

El Paso, December 15.-What is declared to be a distance record for the transmits sion overland of a wireless message was established yesterday when the new wire less tower here was put into operation and greetings exchanged with San Fran cisco.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
ronAY IN SOCIETY

Mrs. J. Campbell Mabens luncheon in compliment to her sister. Mrs. Samuel Barnett, of Atlanta Mrs. James E. Penney's Shakespearean afternoon for the Quest club and other
 friends at her home, 2122 Avenue I. The
 hour is 2:S0.
 Miss Lucille Jones will be hostess to
 the Qu Vive club at 1130 North Twenty eighth street. The Amaranth club meets with Miss Anna Stillman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
PARKER-OLIVER

The following cards have been received in BirmIngham:
 'iMr. and Mrs. William Seth Oliver will give in marriage their daughter, Annie Little, to MT. James Lake Parker, Jr.,
 on the evening of Tuesday. December 20.
 at S:sG o'clock, at their residence, Panola Ala, You are cordially invited"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MISSES SHELBY
 SEND OUT CARD
 Misses Sibley at home December 20, 4 La Taa Iolea sa ranIN

 to G. Tea. Please reply. NOTES AND PERSONALS
 Miss Gisella Bartel of Baltimore ar rived yesterday afternoon to spend the Christmas holidays with Mrs. John Worthington.
 Miss Florence Smith. who has been Miss Mark KirlSpatrick's guest for the past 10 days, left Thursday for Bangor. Miss Lucy Pinckard, who is attending the Ogontz school. will return for the Christmas holidays this afternoon. Miss Alma Rittenberry has returned home after a stay of several months in New York city,
 Mrs George Charles Marlitt came from California this week to spend the Christ mas holidays with her mother. Mrs. Vir- ginia Wilcox They are with Mrs. Woods on South Nineteenth street. Miss Sue Allen Ball returned yesterday from Montgomery. Her mother. Mrs. George c. Ball, will be home tomorrow. Mrs. Eldrin Marshall of Pittsburg and her little daughter Janice are guests of Mrs. D. W. Drennen at 1906 South Twentieth street. Mrs. Marshall will be remembered as Miss Bessie Irvine.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
SfranSky'S Famous Blue and White EnameleWare at
 Reduced Prices

Good size Blue and White dippers at 19c No. s large Blue and White Teakettle
 at .Ssc 2-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans at ..........2 .23c 4-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans at .....,..45 45c 5-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans at ...... soc 6-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans at .........1 soc S-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans ....6 6Jc 10-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans at .75c 12-qt. Blue and White Berlin covered sauce pans .... ..... .0Sc
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16

Miss Alma Rittenberry has returned home after a stay of several months in New York city.
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1910-04-07
The Home

Cracks In the woodwork around
sinks may be filled with melted par.
affin or bits of wax candle that are
too small to use as lights.
Sandtarts will get stale much SOON
er If they are put in a stone jar. They
should go in alright tin. Ginger
snaps, on the other hand, are i'm
proved by keeping in stone.
The mother who does her own sew
ing saves her own time and the chill
dren's tempers by keeping mem
orandum of their different measure
ments, instead of taking them for each
garment to be made
Before muffs are put away for the
season they should be held by the
cord and twirled so the hairs come
straight. They should then be put in
their boxes and a piece of paper
pasted over the crack between the
lid and the box.
If tissue paper is wrapped around
silver before 1t is slipped into the
canton flannel bags it will need much
less cleaning.
Silver polishing is made less labori
Gus If badly furnished articles are
boiled In soda water before whiting
is used.
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1910-04-07
enator Burton and the Tobacco Habit

You smoke, do you not, SENATOR"
he asked.
"Oh, yes, | smoke"
Spectators thought Burton was
about to produce for the gentleman
from Maine, but maybe he didn't have
another cigar. Anyway, Frye got an
answer to that old question: rs this
IN Interrogation or an invitation?'
Il smoke about six cigars day, y
Frye said then.
Il smoke about that many" the
Ohio statesman commented.
81 don't smoke at ALL chimed in
Senator Nelson, who is chairman OF
the Ballinger-Pinchot committee.
No" said Frye, but you chew
enough to make up for it,"
Il don't either" he said,
He fished a chunk of plug from his
pocket. 1t was about as big as your
thumb.
"A piece like that II last me a
week"
Then he shifted the lump in his left
cheek to his right. Ii piece like
that" lasts the senator a day he must
take one chew and keep It the whole
day through.
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1910-04-07
Newspaper Men in Contempt.

Jackson. Miss.-Several subpoenas
were served on local newspaper men
on Saturday to appear before the sen,
ate and explain where they had been
getting their reports of the testimony
given in executive session in the Bilbo.
Percy bribery investigation. The
newspaper men held a conference and
agreed the" would decline to answer
Word came from the senate chamber
that some of the members would de.
mand that the newspaper men be
sent to Jail If they refused to testify.