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Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28
Christmas Partv

One Of the most perfectly
appointed Christmas parties
given in lnno time occurred
last evening when Mrs. George
A Kellogg was hostess to the
members of the Kensington
club at her home on 9TH and
Erie. In the early part Of the
evening, the guests enjoyed
the Palm theatre, where Mrs.
Pratt gave each one of the la
dies a beautiful souvenir of the
Palm theatre. At nine thirty,
the e tests adj turned to the
Kellogg home, where Christmas
decorations were in evide nee
everywhere. Alarge Christmas
tree, with its accessories, was
the source of many compli-
ments. At a late hour, the Ia
dies were invited into the din
ing room and places found at
the table, which presented a
handsome appearance, with its
decorations of the yuletide
The centerpiece was a very ar
tistic affair, consisting of a
representation of Santa Claus,
coming out of the chimney,
driving his reindeer. Individ-
ual lighted red candles were
stationed at each place and the
doilies and napkins were arts.
tically decorated in Santa
Clauses. Mrs. Kellogg served
a delicious two course supper
which was greatly enjoyed by
everyone. A pleasant feature
|of the evening was the drawing
of several ribbons on the end
of which was concealed a pres
ent. Mrs. William Quick, of
York, Nebr., was an out of
town guest.
The Infant son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Fred Withrow died this
morning.
C. H. Deur .vst one of his
fine delivery horses the first of
the week.
Mrs. Beaugh of Modale, who
died at her home the first OF
the week was buried in the
Rose Hill Cemetery yesterday.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28
Dinner.

W. L. Goodwin of the rail-
road eating house gave a very
elaborate dinner 10 his EN-.
ployees and a few invited
guests Xmas day. Twelve were
seated at one long table which
had been very prettily decorat-
ed with red and green ribbon,
which were attached to a small
Xmas tree in the center of the
table. During the feast, a
vaudeville man, who was one of
the guests amused the visitors.
Mr. and Mrs. r A Sims and
Guy Eyeretss children were the
irvlted guests.
Advertised letter list for the
week ending Dec Is, 1911:
Anthony, Geo.
Bander, Frank
Cu1rie, A. B
Cook, Mrs. M. M.
Dempsey, Maurice
Laws. Mrs. Ida
Line, E s
Luton, G. N.
Mahoney, Jim
Nislser, Mrs r
r ynolds, Mrs. E r
Vis', J T.
D. J. Album, P. NJ.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

Mr.. and Mrs. w. l. Spain re-
turned to their home in Ceder
Rapids, today. after spending
Xmas with Mr. and Mrs O'Neil.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

A. H. Rockwell. who was
taken suddenly i'll Sunday last,
is much better today and is
resting easily at this writing.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28
10th Century Dance.

The Twentieth Century dane
ing club held a very delightful
dancing party last evening
when about fifty guests Were
invited for the evening. P. e.
Robinson, chairman Of the en-
tertainment committee, left
nothing undone ard everything
possible was attend to for the
enjoyment of the guests. About
SIS couples enjoyed the evenirg
and the three piece orchestra
seemed to have the good time
spirit and played until everyone
was ready to leave. A buffet
luncheon was at the guests dis
posal during the evening.
About Is out of town guests
were present.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. ]. Kcss, and
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

The Detroit Free Press in
sists that "a man never goes
shopping until he knows what
he wants to buy; woman new
err knows what she wants to
buy until she goes shopping
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

Mr.. S. Fitz g.hbon left for
Iowa City last evening on busi-
ness.
M. Mace bsuyrt IS acres Of
land of W. a Smith Yesterday,
and he is very proud over his
purchase ON accourt that he
had been born on the same
farm.
W. H. Gividen left fer his
home in GlenWood today after
having a cancer of the eye sue
cessfully removed by DR.. S. r.
DeVore. He is an uncle of A.
Carpenter of this city.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

Mr.. and Mrs. L. ]. Kcss, and
Miss EMe Antrum returned to
their home in Omaha, yester-
day, after a Christmas visit
here with relatives.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

The Infant son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Fred Withrow died this
morning.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

C. H. Deur .os1 one of his
fine delivery horses the first of
the week.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

State of Iowa, Harrison County
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-12-28

Mrs. Beaugh of Modale, who
died at her home the first OF
the week was buried in the
Rose Hill Cemetery yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
MIR. AND MRS. FRENCH
 HOSTS FOR MIR. WASHBURN

There has already been instituted the after theatre suppers which were such success last year. Birmingham Is never more at an advantage than at these lit- tie intimate affairs, as the French would say, when everyone is in high good nu- nor, and the women and the gowns are a delight to the eye. and there are good things to eat and drink. There are sev- eral parties at the club after every the atrical event, and innumerable ones at private homes.
 Last night following the beautiful oon- cert at the Jefferson given by MT. Wash burn and Mrs. Aldrich. MT. and Mrs. William Williams French invited a little coterie to Dutch supper at their home to meet Mr. Washburn. The group in- cuded only a few old friends Of Mr. Washburn-Mrs. + .ench, who has a love- ly voice, was one of his pupils
 A pretty table, all lighted with pink candelabra and decorated with enchant- ress carnations was ready for tho party when they returned from the theatre, and delightful hour was enjoyed with MT. and Mrs. French and their interesting honoree. Tn the party were MT. and Mrs French, MT Washburn MT. and Mrs. w. L. Murdoch, Miss Kathleen VanIIoose, Miss Myrtle Miles, Miss Corrie Handley, MT. Bruce Brewer, MT. John Kimball, Mr w. B. Dicks and MT. Ranse Mabry
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
NOTES AND PERSONALS

MT. and Mrs. James Coleman, who have been in Colorado since their marriage in the early spring, returned home several days ago and are with MT. and Mrs. John Edward Morriss, on Niazuma avenue. Miss Elizabeth Morris has returned from a visit to friends in the northwest.
 Charles DeBardeeben, Jr. who has been quite i'll with fever at the home of his parents in Idlewild, was reported much better yesterday.
 - Miss Mary Lanier is the guest of friends in Spartanburg, S. C.. where a number of lovely social affairs have been ar ranged in her honor
 
 Mrs. Thomas Ellis left Friday for visit to friends in Nashville. While there she will be the guest of Mrs. B. B. Allen and former Secretary of War Jacob McGavock Dickinson, who is near relative.
 
 Mrs. E. B. Norton left Birmingham Monday afternoon for Washington to visit her daughter, Miss Ellen Norton, who is in college there. Wednesday even ing Mrs. Norton entertained at a dinner party at the Raleigh, complimentary to her daughter and her school chums MT. PeytOn van NdlkeHDuTS IS SpeHQlHg the winter in California.
 MT. and Mrs. Wade Oldham, who have been with her sister, Mrs. Augustus Ben ners, since their marriage the past spring are now domiciled in their new home, 313O Twelfth avenue, Norwood.
 MT and Mrs. Harrington Hef1in expect to leave today for fishing camp on the Coosa river to enjoy weeks hunting. Mrs. l.. J. Haley, Miss Edith Thompson and Miss Carrie Yates are in Tuscaloosa to attend the week end dances.
 
 MT. and Mrs. Eugene Fies have as their guest Miss Jessica Rice of Montgomery. Mrs. J. B. Whitehead has returned to her home in Atlanta after charming visit to Mrs. Crawford Johnson.
 Mrs. Leon Camp of Chicago arrived yes- terday to be the house guest of her sister, Mrs. Richard Massey.
 MT. and Mrs. Conrad Ohme are in Washington.
 Miss Felixia Streit, accompanied by Miss Margaret Carter of Atlanta, has re- turned from visit to Gadsden.
 MT. and Mrs. George Blnn and Miss An nie Blinn returned Thursday from Hunts vile, where Miss Binn was an attendant at the Miller Murray wedding.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
THE COOK IN THE KITCHEN
Household Show Held in New Yor-A Great Curiosity Was Servant Who Had Been in One Family for Thirty Five Years-"Tin Bucket Graft-Cook Who Served for
 Twenty Years Without Being Paid
BY DOLLY DALRYMPLE

housewives had,' observed "and whicf made devoted friends of their servants many of whom were so close to theil mistresses that they had no other con- fidante so true and so loyal, and fol whom they held so great an affection"
 The friendship between Mistress and Maid." said the Veteran Housekeeper "had stood the test in many cases oi reconstruction days, and freedom with out altering the positions of the two ir any way"
 loft times it was not a question of money" continued the woman, but the bond of loyalty before which all tempta- tions l., better themselves in a financial way, were put aside. I have in my mind a case of faithful servant who worked 20 years in one family without being paid"
 That's hard to believe" interrupted Tt is nevertheless true" said the Vet. eran Housekeeper. When she was ques- tioned about the situation, she said: "Uv course wants my wegges; wegges is whut I wuks fer, but dere's other things sides wegges.
 Her master could never see his way clear to spare her any change, Finally he grew so poor that he decided to lei said
 'I am not able to pay you, Aunt Kate so you can get you another home, though I hate to let you go.
 But I ainter goin! No sir-re-e," said Aunt Katie. 'Pse gwine ter stay righ heah an. cook out dem 20 years wegges.' "Of course, if you feel that way about it," said her master, If you want tc stay and cook out the 20 years wages owe you. why do so."
 And triumphantly she stayed.
 'It is a good thing for the Housekeep- er,' said the Veteran after a pause, 'tc lose her cook occasionally, just to make her appreciative. When she must get UT and cook three meals 8 day herself she is pretty apt to appreciate the hardships that her cook goes through every day and when she gets another she is kinder to her and more thoughtful of her trials and vicissitudes."
 "A man whose wife had eight cooks in two weeks" I said, having heard of the incident retenty, suggested that prize be given faithful servants on every anni- versary When your cook has been with you year, and given satisfaction, at the end of that time give her nice little re- membrance, and the next year make her a more substantial testimonial, and so on, as the years go by.'
 i"It is a good idea,'' said the Veteran Housewife, flor in the end it is proven that. an appreciative mistress goes a long way toward keeping an appreciatrve cook in the kitchen.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
M GILLIAN ID
 RUN AGAIN Will Be Candidate to Sue ceed Himself on the Su-
 preme Court Bench


 Decatur, November f0.-(Special.)- J. Judge Thomas Mcclellan, one of the associate justices of the supreme court has just written letter to a friend in Decatur, in which he says that he will be a candidate to succeed himself on the supreme bench. Friends of Judge Mcclellan in this end of the state say that the outlook is that he will have nc oppositions for reelection.
 Judge Mcclellan is one of the best known men in this end of the state For. many years he practiced law with marked success in Athens. He comes from a long line of noted lawyers. All of north Alabama will be solid for his re election. North Alabama lawyers es- pecially want to see Judge Mcclellan returned to the supreme bench, and according to the present indications in this end of the state his election now is almost assured
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11

There was Household Show held in New York the other day, and the great est curiosity on exhibition was servant who had been in one family for S5 years.
 Every newspaper in New York besiesNd her for interviews, her Mistress was ''drawn out,' on the subject. and many who hoped to find out some new and strange trick of kitchen cunning went away to ponder on the simple explana- tion that both mistress and maid gave upon which was based their long and peaceful cooperation.
 The Irish servant in question, Maggie Murphy by name, explained the situation by saying she had stayed with the fam fly because they had always treated her kindly and considerably. R
 The mistress of the house went further, and said: r
 'There's really no explanation. We re- gard Maggie as more than cook. She has served us faithfully, and we look upon her as almost member of the family. She is one of our friends, and I hope and believe she considers us her best 3riends.''
 There was no social equality business.
 Maggie's sphere was bounded by the four walls of the kitchen.
 Her friends are probably the policeman
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
MIR. FRANK A. PARSONS
 LECTURES THIS AFTERNOON

'Art in the Decoration of the Home" will be the topic discussed this afternoon by Mr. Frank A. Parsons of the Art in- stitute of New York. He comes under the auspices of the Birmingham Art as sociation, and will present his lecture in the Chamber of Commerce auditorium this afternoon at o'clock. Tickets, if they have not been already purchased, may be had at the door,
 MT. Parsons is one of the most promf- nent men in his field of work. He, is a leading factor in the art world today, es- pecially from the practical point of view Mrs. Joseph Montgomery is one of his former pupils and Miss Alice Rumph, who is in New York this winter, is taking les- sons from him on Saturdays. His lecture will be an inspiration and help both to the artists and to the house keepers who at- tend his lecture this afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
BILLIARD SOCIETY
 HOLDS A MEETING

The Hilliard Literary society of the Bir- mingham High school held a very inter esting meeting in their hall yesterday. Most of the members were present and an attractive programme was carried out. The literary subject for the day was: Resolved, That the defeat of reciprocity will materially benefit the democratic prospects for 1912" On the affirmative were William Gardner and Russell Moore, and on the negative Rony Hilliard and Clifton Cantelou. After interesting argu- ments from both sides the judges decided in favor of the affirmative. On Friday next there will be a series of essays or Greater Birmingham" All members are requested to be present, as a treat Is in store for them. After short talks from members of the faculty the club ad- journed Visitors are always welcome to the Hilliard.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
INTERESTING NEWS .0F AUTUMN SOCIETY.
Events Compliment Brides
 and Brides-Elect
MISS EvENS HOSTESS
MT. and Mrs. William French Gives a Dutch Supper in Compliment To
 MT. Washburn-Card Party for Mrs. Price
By MYRTLE MILES

Orange blossoms, bridal slippers and Cupids and clouds of tule made the bridge luncheon given yesterday by Miss
 Ruth Evens in compliment to Miss May
 Fox a really bride like event. There were 12 tables arranged for the guests, the head table, at which the bride-elect sat, being especially festive in it's deco ration. An overhead arrangement of tulle and flowers was in keeping with the chry- santhemums that adorned the table and the chair in which the bride-elect sat, was marked with orange blossoms and Slippers with Master Dan Cupid smiling from his high perch on the back. Yel- low and white chrysanthemums were | used in profusion here, and in the other apartments set apart for the games. A luncheon was served in several courses followed by a series of card games. The prizes, presented at their conclusion, were two dainty bits of hand embroidered lln- gerie and framed Harrison Fisher pie ture. ia | Miss Evens received the guests wearing | pretty lace gown and her honoree wore one of her loveliest robes, a white mar quisette over brocaded satin embellshed with one of the new web like laces on | sash and fichu. Her hat was topped with pink plumes and she wore pink slip pers.
 | The girls who enjoyed this lovely hos pitality with the hostess and her guest | of honor were Miss Rose Owen MeDaVid Miss Sue Blodgett Miss Dunbar Avirett, Miss Pearl Guscott, Miss Gladys Enslen, Miss Emily Somerville, Mrs. Henry Vest | all, Miss Ruth Smith, Miss Kathleen Van | Hoose. Miss Virginia White, Miss Susie White, Miss Maj. Kinney, Miss Fredrika Ferguson, Miss Clara Lee Woodson, Miss Lucy Lyman Powell, Miss Eliza
 beth Bowie, Miss Cary Johnson, Miss
 Miss Lois Thompson, Miss Helen Abbot, Miss Annie Blinn, Miss Annie Donnelly, Miss Carrie White Bean, Miss Jamie
 Going, Miss Mary George Greene, Miss l tady, Miss Fannie Evans, Miss Leila Smith, Miss Anne McVay, Miss Sue Har-
 die, Mis- Kate Perry, Miss Louise Grant, Miss Alma Roberts, Miss Norma Hood, | Miss Leo Jackson of Mobile, Miss Flor ence Moore of Elizabeth, N. J., Miss Hell
 en Lake Little, Miss Eleanor Matthews,
 Miss Emee McCrossin, Mrs. James Cole man, Mrs. G. B. Mccormack Jr., Miss | Dixon and Miss Florence Coffin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
FAYETTE STEVENS r GUILTY OF ARSON

Huntsville, November 10.-(Special) Fayette Stevens, young white man. was convicted of arson in the law and equity court this morning. The jury re- mained out on the case all night and reported its verdict at the opening of court. Stevens set fire to the barn of MT Hill at New Hope, and it was burn ed to the ground, causing loss of about 5000. The verdict of the jury is 8 recognition of the instinct of the bloodhounds for there was very little evidence beyond this.
 Charles Williams is ,iow on trial on a charge of robbing the dead body ol William Hambrick, a Confederate vet eran, who lost his life by drowning ip Maysville creek last summer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
Hair For
 Girls and Boys

The man who Is bald at 30 can usu- ally blame his mother. It is mothers duty to look after her children's hair; to be sure that a dressing Is used that will destroy the microbes of disease, will banish dan druff and promote a growth of hair.
 Mothers who use PARISIAN SAGE need never worry about having bald headed sons at 30 or girls with faded coarse looking hair at any age.
 For Nortons drug store knows PAR SEAN SAGE so well that they guar antee 1t to abolish dandruff to stop itching scalp and falling hair, or money back.
 love to use PARISIAN SAGE, for, it is so refined and pleasant and makes the head feel fine instantly. 50 cents.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
MRS. BARNES ENTERTAINS
 FOR MRS. DALLAS HURLEY

In compliment to Mrs. Dallas Hurley of Montgomery, Mrs. Wade Barnes enter tained yesterday at bridge, 32 guests shar- ing the hospitality. Chrysanthemums, red berries and autumn leaves beautified the home of Mrs. Barnes and she presented three attractive prizes, afterward serving delicious menu of salads and ices. Among the guests were Mrs. Bozeman Pepperman, Mrs. Wimbish, Mrs. Jackson, Miss zell, Mrs. Turner, Miss Mamie Sue Berry, Mrs. Milan. Mrs. Mackey, Mrs. Norman shannon, Mrs. Joseph Russell, Mrs. Will Ashton, Mrs. Cleve Huffman, Mrs. Rover, Mrs. Pegram, Mrs. Sharples, Mrs. Chester Alexander, Mrs. Partridge, Mrs. Baker. Mrs. Burlen Starnes, Miss Oestein Mrs. Cox, Mrs. LeRoy Holt, Mrs. Bowling. Mrs. Obear, Mrs. John Tucker, Miss Aileen Jeffers of Brunswick, Ga, and Mrs. Harold.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
MRS. THOMAS WINGFIELD A HOSTESS AT BRIDGE

The Friday Morning Bridge club met yesterday with Mrs. Thomas Wingfield who entertained in her pretty apartment at the Levert. A salad course and ices followed the games. The, prizes included three attractive souvenirs, one for the guests and two club prizes. A table was added for the visiting women. Those who enjoyed the pleasure of the day with Mrs. Wingfield were Miss Lida. Lane, Miss Kate Lane, Mrs. McGinty. Mrs. Frank Bell, Mrs. M. E. Dewstoe, Mrs. Sidney sEdmonds, Mrs. Brooks Forbes, Mrs. Rob- ert Hood. Mrs. Sloan, Mrs. Harrington Hehin. Mrs, Foster Hamilton, Mrs. Hutchinson. Mrs. Owen Gillespy, Mrs. Hunter Smith, Miss Gehrs and Mrs. Ar thur Allen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11

Several lovely prizes were presented, the honoree receiving a perfume bottle and a mayonnaise bowl. and another perfume bottle being presented for game and score. ss4H
 A dainty luncheon followed the games. Those who enjoyed this bright hospi- tality with Mrs. Atkins were Mrs. A. J. Lamb, Mrs. L. B. Graham, Mrs. Frank Bell, Mrs. Dunbar Sibley. Mrs. William I. Grubb, Mrs. Allen Durham, Mrs. Henry Morschemer. Miss Nance of Huntsville, Mrs. James Keith, Mrs. B. s. Wheelock, Miss Maybel1e Cosby, Mrs. Chapline Hodges, Mrs. H. E. Shaw, Mrs. John Altman, Mrs. H. I. Manley, Mrs. A. A. Gaines and Miss Berta Mackey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
REV. R. l.. BELL TO
 ADDRESS Y. w. c. A.

The Young Women's Christian associa- tion of the city as well as the student branch of the Birmingham seminary, will observe the worlds week of prayer" November 12-18. Rev. R. l.. Bell of the Central Presbyterian church will preach to them and all young women from his pulpit on Sunday evening, 7:30, OH Prayer"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
BRIDGE PARTY AT
 UNIVERSITY GLIB

The University club has achieved an en- vable place in society's regard, and arl- nounces a feature which will increase it's popularity. This is card party, which the wives and daughters of the members, with their visitors, will have the privilege of attending. The event takes piace Thursday from to 5:S0 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
Mistletoe Contract Closed

Huntsville, November 10.-(Special) Kendall & Son of this city have taken contracts to furnish New York and Chicago brokers with two car loads of mistletoe for Christmas and they have about closed contract to sup ply a car of holly sprigs. The mistletoe will be gathered in Madison and Jack son counties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11
Experience of Cities

The attempt to control water companies in the cities resulted in so much corrup- tion and so much extortion that the cirses have almost all entered upon the munich pal ownership of waterworks. They are going through the same experience with lighting companies, and they will have the same experience with street car lines and telephone companies.
 If franchise holding corporations were content to furnish water light and street car service upon business basis and at reasonable rates the public would prefer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-11


 on that beat and the "cook lady" in the next block
 But she knows that she is serving peo- ple who respect her for her loyalty and good service, and who appreciate the fact that such service Is above the price of rubies. and worthy of faithful friend ship.
 I was talking about the situation to an old and experienced Housekeeper the other day and she said:
 q do not believe that all housewives value the cook in the kitchen at what her true worth might be, if they proved what mistresses they might be. When we consider the wages of the average southern cook we are apt to make al- iowances for the extras which the most of them carry off. But aside from this tin bucket graft, many of us might pay our servants more in the matter of human interest and personal concern" Ut Is mystery, really,' suggested, ''why, some women can keep servants and others can't, though they are willing to pay any sort of wages"
 "There are born housekeepers. said the Veteran in the cause, "and others who do not know the very first principles of how to hold a servant I believe the Vbnan who refuses to countenance slack ness and slovenly behavior, and who Is exact but kindly. is the one who keeps the best servants and for the greatest length of time"
 (Which is the principle that ante-beium