The Twin Falls times. [volume] (Twin Falls, Idaho) 1905-1916, 1913-11-07


cause Of nervous disorders, poor nour-
ishment and the growth of adnoids
Mothers are not scientifically able to
superintend the physical development
OF the child, the services of an expert
are needed.
Mr. Booth spoke of the mothers
pension law as step in the right di-
rection. 1t was primarily intended to
benefit the child and not the mother.
He thought this law should be amend
ed to reach all cases of desertion, and
benefit all neglected children.
Mr.. Booth touched upon the subject
OF prison reform The prisoner
should be given a means to earn hon
est wages for the support Of those de-
pendent upon him."
In closing the speaker suggested
measures to prohibit girls under the
age of Is years from frequenting pub
lie dance halls unless accompanied by
their parents or other natural guar
dams, unless such dance be given UNI
der the auspices of church or bene-
VIOLENT society. The speaker condoned
dances as one of the unobjectionable
means of recreation, but expressed the
opinion that young girls were apt to
be improperly influenced under such
environments
A motion was made and carried that
vote OF thanks be extended to Mr..
Ashton and Mr.. Booth for the address,
eS of the afternoon.
Mrs. Morse, chairman of the parlia-
mentary and civics department, ad-
dressed few words to the club in be-
half of the coming civic campaign,
urging the members to cooperate with
the Commercial club in this movement.
The ladies were asked to show their
interest in town Improvement by at
tending the lectures to be given by
George B. Irving during the week of
November 10.
Club News.
The officers of the Twentieth Cen
fury club greatly appreciated the gen
crosby of the members in responding
to the call for donations to the Chill
dren's Home at Boise.
The regular board meeting will be
held Friday, November 7, 1000 a. M,
at the Justamere Inn. All board meet
inss are open to members of the club.
Dr. Shepherd will address the club
Tuesday, November IS, on the subject
of Sex Hygiene"
Mrs. Cox is drilling twenty-five little
girls for the musical play, Little
Grandmas in Grandma Land which
will be given on the home and educa-
tional day at the club.
The children's orchestra, composed
of eight members, under the direction
of Miss Pauline Alfonte, are practic-
ing for their number on the program
Tuesday November 19
- Department Items.
The current events department met
Wednesday afternoon, October 20. An
interesting synopsis was given of the
situation in Mexico, covering the ner-
Tod of time since the closing of the
club year in April, up to the present
time.
The lesson hour was devoted to the
study of the Panama canal A physi-
cal map OF the country was shown, to-
gether with pictures showing con-
struction work and other interesting
features
Mrs. Packard told of the wonderful
work of Gorgas in the way of santa
ton; sewers have been built, water
has been put in, and up-to-date houses
built In two weeks this department
will take up the study of Alaska.
The history and literature depart |
ment met last Friday afternoon at the
home of Mrs. Bradley. An interest
Ing resume was given of the history
and literature of the time known as
the troublesome reign of King John. |
upon which is founded Shakespeare's |
historical play King John. The lesson
hour was devoted to the study of the |
Arthurlan romances, followed by Sc
lections from 1dyls of the King. At
the next meeting this department will |
take up the life of Shakespeare and |
his Industrious contemporaries.
The parliamentary and civics de-
Dartment met Monday afternoon at the
home OF Mrs, Daube More for the
sake of practice, perhaps, than for anv
actual need Of the same, the constitu- |
tuition and bylaws of the department
were revised
Mrs. Pike presided at the parliamep-
tary drill, which demonstrated what
could be done with a motion before
being put before the house, and after
being put. The work assigned for the
next meeting is a general summary of !
the withdrawal of a motion, the obiec
ton, the reconsideration of a question !
and the resembling of Objectionable
proceeding. Some time will be given
TO the study of amendments, and
amendments to an amendment
At the slose Of the study period a |
surprise was in store for the chairman
Of the department, the day being her
with two shrdluetaoinshrdlue
wedding anniversary Mrs. Daube.
served refreshments, and pleasant |
social hour was enjoyed by the mem |
bers and guests
Announcements.
The household economics depart
ment meets at the Masonic hall dining
room Tuesday, Nov II, at 2:30 o'clock. |
The current events department. |
meets at the Masonic hall dining room
Wednesday. Nov, IL, Mt 300 O'clock
re history and literature depart-
,ment meets ut the home Of Mrs Brad
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