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The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

They are making a heroic ef-
fort to raise 100000 in Charles.
ton to invest in the Atlantic and
Pacific Transport Co., which is
a steamship line to be organized
that will stop at Charleston on
their voyages to the East and
West coasts through the Panama
Canal. If this line is established
and Charleston can be made one
of the ports of call, it will be a
great thing for the cotton move.
ment as it will have the effect OF
saving much in the way of freight
rates, that is now being paid to
haul over the trans continental
railroad lines for Eastern ship.
ments, and it will make the port
of Charleston take on new life.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

against racing. The illicit sale
Of liquor is another evil known
to all men to exist, and we do not
see where the citizenship Of that
CITY has been aroused to suppress
it. In our judgment the move
ment for civic righteousness
should begin with the removal OF
the evils that are now, before the
work of cleaning is undertaken,
for that which may come.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

Willie Hearst has come back
into the Democratic party. 1t
has been said that the Demo
cratic party has always been un
fortunate, and now that it be-
gins to look as if it had a show
to capture the flesh pots this
man Hearst must come in to
queer the game. The next
thing we know Billy Bryan will
be doing something too that Will
chill things. We would advise
the leaders who are in charge Of
the expedition that is gong after
the presidency to keep the two
Williams away back in the rear
OF the procession, at least. until
the battle is won.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25
Beware of Ointnents for Cata1rl that Contain
Mercury

as mercury will surely destroy the sense OF smell
and completely dcran-c the whole system when
entcrin. it through the mucous surfaces Such
articles should never be used except on preScrip.
tions from reputable physicians. rs the damage
they will do is ten fold to the good you can pos
Sibiy derive from them. Halls Catarrh Cure,
manufactured by E.J- Cheney s. Co.. Toledo. O..
contains no mercury, and is taken internally.
acting directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces of the system. In buying Halls Catarrh
Cure be sure you get the genuine. 1t is taken
internally. and made in Toledo. Ohio. by +. j
Cheney 4 Co. Testimonials free.
Sold by Druggists. price sc. per bottle.
Hail. Family Pills are the best.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

If the party declares for a tariff
for revenue only, Mr.. Werner
will be excluded from making
his race in the primary: and un-
less he makes the race in the
primary for the nomination he
Stands as much chance to go to
congress as a block of ice would
stand in the hot sun.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25
administrators Sale.

Pursuant to an order of J. NJ.
Windham. Judge of Probate, will
sci! to the highest bidder for cash at
the residence of the late Mary II.
Smith in Clarendon county, on Sat
urday, the 11th day of November
1911, at II n, the following property:
One mule, one colt. one cow and calf,
one buggy, one wagon, 80 bushels
corn, 400 lbs. fodder, I hogs and one
lot of household and kitchen furni-
ture. HENRY 4 KENNEDY,
Administrator.
October 23rd, 1911.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25
e,a,.. v.,e,,s GRAVITY.

a professor In Yale university de-
lights in telling Of his experience with
an inventor Of the unlettered genius
tyne who came to the professor with
a model of a perpetual motion ma
chine.
ssH'm; looks plausible" observed the
professor, .sbut it won't work. What
are you going to do about gravity"
:'Gravity" said the visitor scornful-
II. 'sT'ell wit gravity; We'll use plen-
&c np srease."-Cosmopolitan.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

The pressure Of the pulpits
aud the newspapers may result
in having a farce enacted in the
court house where some persons
will be tried fer lynching the
negro that assaulted a little
white girl near Honea Path.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25

Now that the women of Cali
fornia will be allowed to vote:
what's the matter with sending
Willie Hearst back home where
he should never have left.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1911-10-25
Notice to Creditors.

All persons having claims against
the estate of Mary NJ. Smith, deceas-
ed. will present them duly attested,
and those owing said estate will make
oayment to the undersigned qualifi-
ed administrator of said estate.
HENRY A. KENNEDY.
Cades, S. c., R. F. D.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
MRS. R. M. JENKINS
 HOSTESS FOR MISS MOORE

One of the most artistic events planned for Miss Lillian Moore. whose approach ing wedding has been the occasion of so many entertainments, was the luncheon given yesterday by Mrs. R. M. Jenkins at her home on Cliff road. The residence is one of the handsomest in the city and its interior needs no additional decoration to make the surroundings lovely for a formal hospitality. Tn the dining room, however, Mrs. Jenkins suggested the ap proach of the marital event with flow CTS and foliage following the color scheme of the wedding-white and green. A great center of the table, about which the party gathered and at each cover was a tiny green jardiniere on which were enameled the names of 'the respective guests. A very pretty thought was the hostess plan to have each guest plant ferns which she had provided each with a wish for the brde-elect. On the side of the jardinieres opposite the names of the young women were verses prepared by her and appropriate to the occasion
 Those who were included in this inter estng hospitality were the bridesmaids
 who are to attend Miss Moore at her wedding They are Miss Cliff Mable, Miss Cleo Mable of Atlanta, Miss Jewel Fulton of Austin, Tex, Miss Agnes Terrell, Miss Ruby Munger, Miss Fern Minor. Miss Mabel Moore, Miss Lucille Moore. These, the hostess, Mrs. Jenkins, and her hon. oree. Miss Lillian Moore. composed the party seated at the luncheon table.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
RECEPTION
 FOR MISS OLDHAM

A pretty courtesy to a bride-elect was the reception given yesterday afternoon in compliment to Miss Myrtle Oldham by Mrs. w. E. Berry. The hostess home was bedecked with white flowers and foli- age, a quantity of greenery making an artistic background for the boughs of snowballs and dogwood blooms.
 Mrs. Berry was an attractive hostess wearing a gray silk costume with touches Of blue Miss Oldham was gowned for the occasion in the apricot shade, her costume being enriched with black velvet and beaded applique. Others who assisted Mrs. Berry were Mrs. Charles Burris, Mrs. w. E. Oldham, Mrs. o. B. Sparks and the young women who are to take part in Miss Oldham's wedding. They are Mrs. Felix Ballard, Miss Lucille Mas sey, Miss Dora Winter. Miss Josephine Dalbey, Miss Louise Sparks of Eufaula.
 In the dining room where a salad and ice course were served the table held a central mirror, on which rested a great cluster of snowballs and ferns. Overhead draperies of white tulle floated like a summer cloud. Miss Greene and Mrs. Dawson presided in the dining room and punch table was presided over by Mrs. Hughes and Miss Clayton.
 The guests were met at the door by the two children who are to take part in the wedding-Master Everett Berry and little Miss Antoinette Sparks. One hun dred cards were left.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
MISS MABEL PLOSSER
 CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY

Eighty little people will always recall
 the Saturday before this Easter day with
 many happy memories. for 1t was the oc-
 casion of the birthday celebration of Miss
 Mabel Plosser, the sweet young daughter
 of MT. and Mrs Louis K. Plosser, who in-
 cluded them in a hospitality which was
 as joyous as it was unique. The coming
 of Easter was suggested in the games and
 contests which made the hours pass so
 swiftly. Anagrams for the older children
 had it's inspiration in an Easter egg and
 the drawing of bunnies and eggs by the smaller ones was a humorous test of the artistic gift of the participants.
 The most charming feature of the affair, however, was the foretelling of the future
 by beautiful gypsy fortune teller. The reception hall of the Plosser cottage was transformed into ideal gypsy cave and here held sway the black-eyed gypsy girl, whose silken shawl was like that of | the fascinating Carmen and in whose gaudy beads and lace head dress one found it difficult to recognize the wearer as Miss Orine Parnett She was com | pletely captivating in the role of fortune | teller and made all the little folk happy with her gift of an Easter egg to eat for | good luck. As each departed after hear | ing the future read from crystals, she presented another souvenir in the shape of | a quaint toy.
 l Instead of cutting large birthday cake, according to the usual custom, the little
 hostess with sweet thought for the guesta
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are so well known as musicians and their art Is so thoroughly appreciated
 that it will be a genuine pleasure to
 their admirers to know that both have
 embarked in the art which they have
 of it a profession. .r
 MT. Chalifoux, who is a violinist,
 completed his musical education in
 Paris, France. He was a pupil at the Conservatoire de Paris. and was taught by the celebrated Charles Dancla. also Pierre Maurin, who succeeded the fa-
 nous Dolphin Alard al the Conserva- toire.
 He received instruction on harmony, counterpoint and composition from Adolphe de Groot, a leading composer of French operatic music
 Coming to this country he became connected with the Balatka Academy of
 musical art in Chicago, III. MT. Hans
 Balatka during his life time was con
 ductor of the Chicago Symphony or
 chestra. Mrs Alice e-Chalifoux Is a graduate of the famous school, Villa Maria having obtained first prize for piano and harp playing. She also re- ceived special instruction on the plano from Emil Liebling, and W. c. E. See-
 boeck, both very prominent teachers of Chicago, and of a worldwide reputa- tfon
 Mrs. Chalifoux is most accom- plished pianist and accompanist, coach Ing of songs and drilling of choirs. The art of accompanying is an art of itself She is harp player of rare ability.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
CHARITY BALL
 TOMORROW EVENING

The Post-Lenten season of society, which promises to be exceptionally. gay, will be brilliantly opened tomorrow even ing with the charity ball at the Country cluh given under the auspices of the District Nurses association. It hereto fore has taken place on the first Tues day evening after Easter, but this year change was made because of a conflicting date The tickets are dated for Tuesday evening, but attention having been ire quently called through the papers to the change of time, it is not anticipated that any mistakes will be made.
 Mrs. Charles Oracle Davis, who was chosen chairman of patronesses this year, has proven herself an exceptionally cap able leader Her cheery optimism and perfect confidence in the ultimate success of the undertaking has been one of the causes conspiring to make this one of the most successful charitable events that have ever taken place in Birmingham. The ooterie of women who compose the board of the association, and who each year assist the chairman in pcrfectng the plans for the ball. have again given the benefit of their experience and influ- ence, and to their faithful efforts much praise is due. Financially the ball will, unquestionably be a success for already many tickets have been sold, and the checks sent to Mrs. Davis. There are, however, others who have not been heard from, and il is hoped that the checks will be mailed promptly.
 The surroundings for the ball will he
 ideal. for the decorations are to be in capable hands The cotillon will be particularly graceful and novel; several quaint figures having been planned to be participated in by a group of the pret- tiest girls and the handsomest young men in society. According to an established custom the nature of these figures will be kept as a surprise.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
OPEN MEETING OF
 THE MUSIC STUDY CLUB

The final open meeting of the Music Study club for the season will take place Thursday afternoon at 3:3O o'clock at the Country club. Mrs. Vic tor Hanson, president of the club. will be assisted as hostess by the officers and members of the executive board According to custom the members will have the privilege of inviting two guests each They are urged to write the names of invited guests upon their own visiting cards and present this at the door
 The programme, which will be es- pecially interesting follows:
 Tschaigowsky (Russia), 1S40-lS93.
 Sketch, "Tschaigowsky, Life and Works" Mrs. L. J. Haley.
 Piano ta) Song Without Words (b) June, Mrs. Monetta Stribbling Wells.
 Soprano (a) "To the Forest" (b) "A Night in July" Co Morning" Miss Elise Jones.
 String quartet, Andante from Op. Il, Mrs E. c. Wells, Messrs. Klenk, Gussen and Deitman.
 Baritone. Don Juan's Serenade." MT. John Shaddick.
 Piano, "Chanson Triste," Mrs. Charles Bowman.
 Soprano, "Adieu Foret," Jeanne d'Arc). Mrs. Leon Cole.
 Chorus ta) The Nymphs of the Wood (Delibes), (b) "St Mary Mag dalene" CIndy), soprano solo, Miss Elise Jones; Treble Clef club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
PERSONNEL OF THORN
 TON-HOWELL WEDDING

The following is the personnel or the Thornton-H Howell wedding, which VIII take pIace on Thursday evening, April 20. ot the First Methodist church. Woodlawn. The bride will be given In marriage by her brother -in-law, MT. Leo Fowler. and Miss Emma James Willoughby will be her maid of honor The groom's brother, MT. Roscoe Howell, will act as best man, with Messrs. George Patterson. Edgar P. Self Claude Terry and Earl Lackey as ushers and the ceremony will be per- formed by the Rev. McD. W. Howell, father of the groom An exquisite musl- cal programme has been arranged by Miss Annie Lou Wood, assisted by Messrs Jim Day, Erin Farley. Will lvey, Ar lvey' Tom Floyd, Raleigh Ernest. MISS Kate Rasenburg and Miss Georgia Iaui' or ganist.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
MUSIC AT THE
 WEST END BAPTIST

One of the most attractive pro- grammes to be presented today in the churches of Greater Birmingham will be that of the West End Baptist, whose organist and choir director Is Mrs W. L. Turner. The solos will be sung by Mrs James Wood. Mir. Ben Huddleston. Mrs c. E. Weir. The following num- bers will be presented
 DoXology and invocation.
 Chorus s--"Welcome, Happy Morn ing" (Wilson)
 Scriptural reading.
 Anthem-"Jesus Christ the King of Glory" (Adams).
 Offertory-"They Have Taken Away My Lord" (Lorenz).
 Sermon-"The Risen Christ" by Rev W. M. Blackwelder.
 Anthem-"The Lord Is Risen Indeed' (Bilings). in the Grave He Lay"
 organ postlude.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
MISS MYRTLE MURPHREE
 HONOREE AT LINEN SHOWER

Mrs. w. R. Thompson of Woodlawa entertained delightfully."- with linen shower Friday afternoon from to for Miss Marcella Myrtle Murphree, a bride of the week. Yellow and green prevailed in the elaborate decorations. Punch, ices and hints were served during the after noon. Miss Kernodle presided a the punch bowl. Mrs. Thompson was assis-- ed in receiving and entertaining by her mother Mrs. c. H. Holder. The 155.sn was presented to the bride-to-he bv little Miss Aline Thompson. v.syg +oost Among those present ysre: Mrs. ". R. thompson, Mrs. Gx~H. Holder, Mrs. s. Robert H. ..saggeriy, Mrs. George E.. w. w ma .s5 Mrs. Ben F. Pool, Mrs. NJ. .. | neo'npson. Mrs H. G. Murphree, Mrs. -eHE. Raymond Mrs. G. E. Holder, Mrs. sJ. x. Logglns, Mrs J. D. Stewart, Mrs. C. Nelson, Mrs. w. R. Watkins, Mrs. =. II. Vest, Misses Mamie Holder, Bessie Thompson and Miss Murphree.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
HILL-WOODALL

One of the pretty nuptial events CT the week was the marriage of Miss Paul. inc Woodall, the daughter of the Rev. W. D. Woodall, to MT Cleveland Hill. It took place at tie Sunnyside Meth odist church. which was handsomely dec orated in ferns and palms. The nuptial music was presented by Miss McCaskey, assisted by MT. McGill, who sang, "Oh, Promise Me and Prince Charming, preceding and during the ceremony.
 Mrs A J. Wilkerson the sister of the bride, was her matron of honor. She wore white satin. yelled in marquisette with real lace trimmings. and carried brides roses. The maid of honor, Miss May Woodall, was gowned in pink satin with a drapery of embroidered marqui- sette. Her flowers were sweet peas. The bridesmaids. Miss Arlene Fitzgerald and Miss Kathleen Hill, were very attractive in white crepe de chine costumes with lace garnitures and carrying pink roses, the shade of the bands worn in their hair.
 Miss woodall was given in marriage by her brother, MT. Marvin Woodall. Her bridal robe was built of white satin and embroidered in pearls, while a touch of point lace added to it's becomingness. Her veil was caught with orange blo.- soms and she carried the real lace hand KercnleI WHICH ndS cOIllpitleu int lOlitllS of several brides in her family. She was met at the altar by MT Hill and his best man, Mir G. R. Hill and the beau tiful ceremony was pronounced by her father, the Rev. W. D. Woodall. The groomsmen and ushers who attended MT. Hill at his wedding were MT. G. R. Wyndham, MT. R. c. Fell, MT. A. J. Wilkinson and MT. c. H. Passmore.
 Following the vows a reception was held at the home of Mrs. A. J. Wilkin- son, which was prettily adorned in white roses and Easter lilies, intermingled with smllax At the brides table the IA mem bers of the bridal party were seated. From the four corners pink ribbons were suspended to the chandelier and in the center was a bed of asparagus ferns o1 which rested sweet peas. A feature of the evening was the cutting of the brides cake.
 MT. and Mrs Hill will make their home in South Bessemer, where they will begin housekeeping in an attractive cot tage next week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
EASTER EGG HUNT
 FOR MERLE CONELIUS

Merle Dean Cornelius, the little daugn- tre of MT. and Mrs. s. F. Conelius, gave an Easter hunt on the lawn of her par ents home on St. Charles street. Friday afternoon in honor of her little cousin, Master Charles Preston Burgess, Jr., of Chicago. About 20 little boys and girls were present and they spent a most de lightfu afternoon. Refreshments were served after an interesting hunt for Eas ter eggs and each child when he left for home was presented with a beautiful basket of eggs. The following were pres7 ent: Louise King, Ruth Wallace. Mar garet Church, Carolyn Karples, Margaret Ash, Leonora Rockett, Louis Brown, Fred Streit, Mcdonald Marlborough, Clarence Kerns, Edward Avenger, Harry Ruben stein, Harry Shell, Charles Burgess, John Burgess, Colmant Rocket and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
IT, Dinner and H's Ready

Thornton of Houston. Tex, who will be maid of honor, Miss Dora Winter Miss Lucille Massey, Miss Josephine Dalbey, and Miss Louise Sparks of Eufaula. Mrs F. F. Ballard will be Miss Oldhams ma tron of honor.
 by MT. Hugh E. Ray of Corinth, Miss, and the groomsmen will include MT. Rob- ert Jolly of Dallas, Tex. the Rev. James E. Robinson of Montgomery, MT. Joseph F.. Robinson and Dr. M. c. Ragsdale. The ring bearer will be Master Everett Berry and little Miss Antoinette Sparks will be flower girl. The music will be in charge of Miss Dalbey, 4
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
OSRnPN RUNsoT
 WEDDING ANNOUNCED

Cards have been received in Birmingham announcing the marriage of Miss Fannie Louise Runyon, the daughter of Mrs. Lil- lian Runyop, to MT. Kenneth Osborn of Cleveland, 0. The wedding occurred the afternoon of April 12 at o'clock at the First Presbyterian church in Rochester, N. Y. Cards state that Mir. and Mrs. Os- born will be at home after June 1 in Cleveland, O.
 Miss Runyon is pleasantly remembered by a number of friends in society as the sister of Mrs. Felix Drennen. She has made her home for the past several years in Rochester. MT. Osborn is member of a prominent and wealthy Cleveland fam fly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16

She will remain until after the Thornton Howell nuptals which will occur on April 20.
 Mrs. Charles Sharp will leave today for Washington, New York and Charlotte, N C., to be absent several weeks.
 Miss Virginia Means is expected to re- turn today from a visit to Richmond, Va, where she has spent the past sev- eral weeks.
 Mrs. Sidney Johnston Bowie is a mems Der of a house party in Talladega. Mrs Hal Copeland has gone to Atlanta. where she will be the guest of relatives until after grand opera.
 Miss Margaret Latady left yesterday for the University of Tennessee to spend the Easter holidays as the guest of her brother, Mir Francis Latady.
 Miss Emme Barnett left yesterday for Washington, D. C., where she will att ~~~-~~-~~~~~~~~~~~
 (CONTNUED ON PAGE 31)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
 CHOOSE CLASS OFFICERS

The officers for the 1911 class of the Bir- mingham High school were elected this week and include the following:
 President, Tom Wing: vice president Miss Mary Bradshaw corresponding sec retary, Miss Mary Forbes; recording sec retary, Griffith Harsh; treasurer, Pryol Grant; historian, Miss Josie Bell Wilson prophet, Miss Fannie Mans; statistician Ben Gross; poet, Miss Anita Waldhorst orator, Leon Israel: essa yist, Miss Court ney Hanson: pianist, Miss Sallie M. Wade
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-04-16

The Talent club will meet Tuesday aft ernoon at 2:30 o'clock with Mrs. J. P. Carney, 1413 North Twenty street.
 .+
 The Woman's Home Nilsson society of the Twenty-frst Avenue Methodist church, will meet tomorrow afternoon at 2:s0 o'clock with Mrs. J. E. Gore.
 s*
 The Circle club will meet with Mrs. $. J. Stephenson. 1290 North Twenty-fourth street, Wednesday at 2:S0 o'clock. The Woman's Mission society of the Norwood Methodist church will meet this week with Mrs. John F. Foster, 32i5 Twelfth avenue, North
 The Highland Book club. which was to have met with Mrs. Frank Holland Lathrop on April 19, Is postponed until April 26
 Miss Mary Ware will be hostess Thurs day at 1:30 o'clock to the Little Jokers.
 
 The Foreign Mission society of the First Methodist church will meet tomor- row afternoon at 8 o'clock with Mrs. J. R. Head. 71s West Twentieth street.
  The Circle club will hold a meeting Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with Mrs. s. J. Stephenson. 1230 North Twen- ty-fourth street.
 There will be an open meeting of the Kenilworth club April IS, at 3:3O o'clock with Mrs. R. c. Booth, OS Tuscaloosa avenue Mrs. Steele will address the clul on the Passion Play"
 The Birmingham Eso.ere Center will meet with Mrs. C.. R. Brooks. 2011 Park avenue, Friday evening instead of Thurs day. at o'clock. All who are interested in higher spiritual development are cor dially invited.
 Easter dinner at the Woman's Ex change will be served tomorrow from Ii to 3 o'clock. An especially attractive menu has been prepared and will Include
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who might, according to this arrangement, fail to receive a bit of her cake aban- ooned this plan and substituted another and novel one. Small individual cakes wrapped in oiled paper were passed on trays separately each to the boys and girls. Instead of secreting the trophies within the cakes, slips of paper were tucked within the wrappers and bore re- spectiyely the words. ring" 'thimble, "bachelor button and dime which the lucklesc or fortunate winners presented and received payment on demand.
 From the many children who enjoyed this delightful occasion there were wishes for many returns of Mabel's birthday, given with especially hearty good will.