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Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20
PRESBYTERIAN Christmas Exercises

Presbyterian Christmas Exercises
The Christmas exercises at the
Presbyterian Church were held last
night at Z o'clock. The program was
rendered by the children of the junior
and intermediate departments. The
old, old carols and the new rhymes
were charmingly sung by the dear
little tots. Little Misses Daisy Brog
den, Esther Mccullough and Mildred
Salley recited clearly and with charm
Of well trained voices, the verses each
had chosen as best expressing their
Christmas thoughts, and were receiv'
ed with great pleasure by the audi
ence Miss Ray Montgomery held the
close attention of each as she skill
fully told them Birds Christmas
Carol" Then under the leadership OF
Miss Neville Higgs, each child came
forward to the waiting treet-not to
receive a gift, but to hang one there,
that by giving they might have the
greater joy. Many toys and books and
numerous dainty made garments
were hung there. Then Marvin Wal
lace and Sam Hoyle gave opportunity
to the interested grown-ups to add
their share The gifts were expressed
to Files Valley this morning, where
many an orphan will be made happy
on the Christ day morn by the
thoughtfulness of the little children
here.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20
Social CourtesIes to MIR. and Mrs
Hubert Joseph Sehafley-

Social CourtesTes to Mr.. and Mrs.
Hubert Joseph Schafey-
Upon the arrival of Mr.. and Mrs.
Hubert Joseph Schahey at their home
in Carlyle, ILL.,, after very delightful
bridal trip to Havana, Cuba, the many
friends of the groom began to bestow
upon him and his bride many pretty
social compliments. One of these was
the reception given on Thursday last,
the appended invitations having been
issued:
"At home. Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Schlafly, Miss Schlahy, complimenting
Mr.. and Mrs Hubert j. Schlatly,
Thursday, December 1S, 1913, $3.50 to
1890"
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20
Mrs. Cline Entertained in Honor OF
Miss Gillespie


Miss Gillespie
A delightful social hour of the past
week was on Monday morning from
10 to ~, when Mrs. w. B. Cline en-
tertained informally with two tables
of bridge, complimentary to her guest,
Miss Frances Gillespie, whose pleas
ant visit to Bryan terminated in this
delightful fashion. The guest list in
cluded her girl friends who came to
say goodbye, the honoree leaving on
the noon train for her home in Ell
Paso. Miss Gillespie has won many
loving friends in Bryan and is quite
popular among the young people in
society circles.
Cut flowers and potted plants gave
fragrance and beauty to the room, and
the charm of sincere hospitality and
cordial greeting completed the pleas
ant atmosphere of the home.
The dainty score cards used in the
bridge game depicted girl heads and
afterwards served as pretty keep
sakes of. the affair.
A tempting refreshment course of
creamed chicken in ramekins, stuffed
celery, potato chips hot rolls. olive
sandwiches and hot coffee, was served
and proved a happy aftermath.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Miss Pauline Scale has returned
from the Texas Presbyterian College
at Milford to spend the holidays with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. R. II. Scale
at Benchley.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20
In Social Circles
Mrs. Dona Carnes, Edltress.

I've, ILL.,, will arrived Monday and VIII
be Christmas guests of Mrs. Schafiys
mother, Mrs. G. S. Parker.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20
Society Notes and Persons

Mrs. Chase of Galveston, grand
matron of the State, has appointed
Mrs. Casey Dunn, worthy matron of
the Bryan Chapter, o. e. s.. special
deputy No. 4. This is an honor WORTH
" bestowed, and, Mrs. Dunns friends
are gladly congratulating her upon re-
ceiving this honor
Mr.. and Mrs. Hubert Schafly OF Car
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Mr.. and Mrs. A. B. Carr and sons,
Allen and John Carr, of Houston, Mr..
and Mrs. S. j. Balm and daughters,
Mary Tatum and Winnifred, of Hous.
ton, and Mr.. and Mrs. p S. Tilson of
Houston will spend the holidays with
Mrs. NJ. j. Parker.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

DR.. and Mrs. II. T. Coulter and
daughter, Helen, of Rockdale, will be
holiday guests of Mr.. and Mrs. j. w.
Coulter.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Mrs. Wayne Evans has arrived to
spend the holidays with her parents
Judge and Mrs. V. B. Hudson. she
will be Joined later by her husband.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Mrs. W. r. Hoppess and son Coulter
of Hillsboro, are guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. j. w. Coulter for the Christmas
holidays. Mr.. Hoppess will arrive
Wednesday to join his wife in this
visit.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Mr.. and Mrs. A. J. Buchanan will
spend Christmas in Houston, visiting
their children, Mr. and Mrs. George
Branch and Mr. Frank Buchanan.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-12-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Hubert Schahy of Car
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

treatment Of a very high order. and the
rhythmic life and viEOr Of this move
ment scores a point OF great beauty. and
the threads OF national airs running
through the whole symphony are sources
Of pleasure.
Mr.. Hammer. in his reading yesterday,
brought out all that the symphony con-
tains. The balance of the parts was per-
feet the phrasing was done with great
niCcty and the most was made Of emo
tional values in those rare instances
where the music rises to the emotional.
The orchestra is comparatively now, and
the personnel changed frequently. Mr..
Hammer is. therefore, wise in his choice
Of symphonic and other orchestral works.
Confinlng himself. as he has. to the less
difficult of masterpieces.
The TreGIna programme music was OF
this type; of the prcvailingly melodious,
with easy rhythmical swings. and no
greatly involved harmonies. RMS work
was given Yesterday for the rrst time.
The composer. Mr. y. TreG1na. is mem
her Of tho United States Marine Band.
II Is very ambitious work. and the
third and fourth movements are char
aCtcrIzcd by individuality.
Mrs. De Yo's voice is clear soprano
Of a great deal OF beauty Of timhrc. She
sang the reCitativc. long and difficult
defamation. with credit. In the aria. a
beautiful melody Of true BeethOvencsIue
emotional character. her tones revealed
their full sweetness. Further training
will bring power. As for sustsincIr
power Of voice IN impaSsioned passages.
" here the accompaniment was full, she
had difficulty to rise above the Instru-
ments. Mrs. Dc YO was enthusiastically
received. and finally responded with the
Cavatina and aria from Gounod's Queen
of Sheba.
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12
SCOTCH SYMPHONY
GIVEN BY ORCHESTRA
MendeIssohn's Famous Work Feature
of Washington Orchestra Con-
cert-Mrs. De Yo Is Soloist.

The Washington Symphony Orchestra
gave the third of its season OF five con-
certs yesterday afternoon at the Colum-
bia Theater. Mendelssohn's Scotch SYM
phony and Tregina's suite characters
tique made up the orchestra programme,
and Mrs Helen Donohue DE Io sang
the recitative and aria ''Ah. Perfido," of
Beethoven.
Time and the critics have sifted Men
delssohn's work, with the result that
only few of his compositions are left to
rank among truly great productions. This
Scotch symphony is one of these, but
even this symphony is characterized more
by a rhetorical eloquence than by sub
Unity of musical thought. There IS a
theme in the adagio that ranks in beauty
with some OF the highest musical con-
ceptions. The finale also has thematic
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

Miss Ella Lorraine Dorsey gave n most
interesting address at the Congressional
Club yesterday morning. her subject be
ing The National Circulating Library
for the Blind" 1t was the second OF
series Of Lenten lectures. and the
next one will be given at the clubhouse
on February Is when Mrs. Huntington
Wilson will talk about "Eugenics.
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

Mrs George NJ. Turner, wife OF the
former Senator from Washington, was
the guest Of nonor at a luncheon yester-
day, given by Mrs. Edwin Allen Keys.
Covers were laid for fourteen. and the
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

The Secretary of State and Mrs Knox
plan to leave Washington on March 5
for Palm Beach, Fla, where they
will reside at the Royal Poinciana until
it closes, after which they will travel
until May, when they will return to
Washington.
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

Mrs Nagcl. wife OF the Secretary Of
Commerce and Labor, will not he at
home this afternoon.
The Washington herald., 1913-02-12

The Military Attache of the German
Embassy and Nine. Won Herwarth are
in New York for a brief visit.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
The Minstrels.

Tickets for the two performances to be given by the Hose Company minstrels, Thursday and Friday evenings of next week, went on sale Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, at Collins jewelry store, and there was grand rush for tickets for both nights. Nearly $50 worth of tickets were sold in the first rush. There are some goods seats left, however, and the demand will be steady until the cur tain rises. Those who have not already secured their seats will do we'll to do so as early as convenient.
 The boys are making fine progress in rehearsals, and are confident of producing show that will be the best ever. Be- sides the attractions that have already been mentioned in this paper. there will be the kelsey Kids" from Chapin- vile. who do fine song and dance act.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Bv East Canaan Talent.

The drama, "A, Woman's Honor. will be presented in the East Canaan hall tomorrow. Friday, evening, by tht East Canaan Soclal and Dramatic Club, all home talent, The cast is as follows General Mark Lester, a character of the
 Cuban War, Lyman Michels. Pedro MendeZ, his half brother, George
 PerdiZet. Dr. Garvin, surgeon of the Madeline,
 Burton Barnard. Gilbert Hall, in love with Olive, James
 Casey.
 Robert Glenn, A Wall Street broker,
 Edward Casey. Gregory Grimes, Lester's private secre-
 tary, Earl Feathers. Ebenezer, Glenn's dusky butler, W. E.
 Pond.
 Olive and Sallie. Glenn's daughters,
 Miss Mary Kegler and Miss Nellie
 Ivory.
 Maria, wife of Pedro, Miss Jennie Foley. Between the acts there will be spe- cialties i'll the way of songs and jokes, land most any unexpected nonsense, '" as the poster announces. There should be large attendance.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
4 YOUNG CYCLONE
Wind On Rampage Did All Kinds of
 Mischief

A young cyclone, of short duration, but very busy wbile it lasted, struck this vicinity about 11:30 last Saturday night, and, within the few minutes that its furor was at its height, put some fin ishing touches onto the work of the pre- vious weeks blow.
 The old tobacco barn belonging to w. H. Proper. ID Wetaug. which was built by the late Horace P. Barnum in the early '70s, was completely demolished, taking with it, on it's downward flight, the telephone wires which spanned the highway adjacent.
 One of the ornamental evergreen trees in Judge Roraback's yard was disfgured by being split almost to the ground and a part of the tree destroyed.
 The ridge-boards on the Methodist church were torn off, shingles on other buildings were loosened and blown away and the limbs, trees and numerous minor objects were permiscuously strewn about town
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Boy Scouts Endorsed.

The Executive Council of American that the general organization keep in touch with and ally itself with the Boy Scouts of America. Though a resolu. tion last year denounclng the Boy Scout movement was presented in the annual convention of the labor organiza- tion, the Executive Council now is con. vinced that the activities of the Boy Scouts Cf America are not military or designed against organized labor. In a report signed by Samuel Campers, Presi dent of the American Federation of Labor, and by the other officers, a state ment is made of the aims and the scope of the American Boy Scouts and the Boy Scouts of America is made.
 The report shows that the American Boy Scouts are military. It makes it clear that the Boy Scouts of America are for peace; that the boys are taught to be manly, self-reliant and determined to think for themselves. I5 shows that there is nothing i'll the activities of the second organization hostile to the in- terests of organized labor.
 Concerning it's presentation of the Boy Scouts of America, James E. West, Chief Scout Executive of that organiza. tion, says that it is fair, impartial, di. rect statement of the organization.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
BUSINESS CHANGE
Rhoades & Stanton Lumber Business May be Sold.

Rhoades & Stanton Lumber Business May be Sold.
 A real estate transaction of local i'm portance is pending, in the negotiations of MT. Dwight B. Tiffany, of Winsted, the well-known lumber dealer. for the purchase of the sawmill and lumber business of Rhoades & Stanton, on Rail- road street, Canaan, which is expected to be consummated this week.
 The deal includes the sawmill, build ings and equipment, sawed and raw lumber in the yards of the R. & s. con- cern, with the land occupied by them also two extensive tracts of timber land and wood jobs near South Canaan and Falls Village.
 Mr. Charles F. Roberts. of East Can aan, is associated with Mir. Tiffany in the negotiations, and will have charge of the Canaan establishment if the deal is put through.
 The price involved in the transaction IS not made known, but it is generally believed to be an adequate consideration and the plans of the Tiffany concern contemplate an expansion of the local plant and enlargement of the business. All which will be a boost for Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Pilgrim Church Notes.

The ladies of Pilgrim Church served 2 "cornbeef hash and pancake" supper last night, which was duly popular.
 On Monday evening A. E. Molandc gave the Sir Galahad Club talk on his travels around the world, at the social rooms.
 The topic of the mid week meeting tonight will be the parables of the Treasure anl the Pearl.
 The Mission Circle will meet Friday afternoon at three o'clock, with Miss Bragg,
 The Women's Missionary Society, will meet with Mrs. H. N. Adams on Friday afternoon, at 2:30.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Rev. Tinker's aoth Birthday.

Rev. J. E, Tinker celebrated his S0th birthday Monday. In honor of the event a social gathering of neighbors and
 friends, including some from Canaan, was held at his home, the residence of his son, J. B. Tinker, in Clayton, in the
 evening and the occasion was one of rare enjoyment. The venerable clergy man was the recipient of many messages and tributes of congratulation and esteem. He is a remarkably well pre- served gentleman, as active physically and alert mentally as man many years his junior. He is apparently good flor the century mark, and his hosts of friends sincerely hope he will get there.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Brotherhood Meeting.

There will be Brotherhood Meeting at Pilgrim church on Friday evening. Rev. J. E. Tinker will recite some of his compositions, Poems, grave and gay" and John Beck will describe his experiences on South Africa.
 A buffet lunch will be served and no admission will be charged. A cordial invitation Is extended to the men of the village.
 The topic for the Brotherhood Glass next Sunday will bs The Sherman Law and the trusts"
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Boy Scouts Entertain.

 Last Friday night the Boy Scouts held an open meeting, when all the people oi the town. who wanted to came anI in- spected the rooms. The games and pug zles were enjoyed by the younger mem bers of the crowd, while the older peo pie talked.
 We have three new oil paintings in our scout master, and new black and orange banner hung on the wall, which was made by Mrs. c. G. Adam. Four teen of the scouts were present and en joyed the time as much as anybody. Everybody thinks our rooms are just great; and we scouts think the same thing. Secretary.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
PeopIe's Praise Service.

There will be a union Peoples Praise Service" at Pilgrim church at 7:30 next Sunday evening, the Methodist church uniting. Later one vii! be held at the Methodist church. This will be Tn the spirit of the new hynn-singing move. ment in the Choral Union and the pamphlet of hymns prepared therefor will toe u, ed. Mrs. Bullock will act as precentor and will sing solo. The public is cordially invited to come and enjoy an evening of hymn-singing.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
B. M. A. SMOKER
At Special Meeting, "Ladies' Night
 -. will be Discussed.

At Special Meeting, "Ladies' Night
 will be Discussed.
 As the regular monthly meeting of the Canaan Business Mems Association was defaulted by reason of the banquet coming on the regular meeting night, President Holsapple has decided to call special meeting, in the form of a smoker, for Thursday evening, Feb, 6, in Odd Fellows Hall. It is hoped to have MT. W. G. Green, of New Milford, present to give @ talk along lines of in- terest to business men.
 President Holsapple has appointed as members of the committee on new in- dustries, N. Watson Hardenbergh, H. E.. Lyles and J. Clinton Roraback-a strong and effective committee that may be de- pended upon to give due attention to the duties for which they are appointed.
 It is proposed to consider, at the com ing smoker, the plan of having a "la- dies night" with supper, to which members may bring their wives. The ladies' night is a popular fixture of cer- tain Business Mems Associations and creates an interest among the ladies which is valuable and helpful to the As sociations. It should prove apopular in Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
LADIES IN SCOUT COUNCIL
Membership Doubled and System ot
 Annual Dues Adopted.

Membership Doubled and System of
 Annual Dues Adopted.
 A meeting of the Scout Council was held at the Boy Scout rooms, Friday evening, Rev. E. c. Gillette occupying the chair.
 The following gentleman were elected to fill vacancies existing in the Council caused by removals from town and one death-that of Joseph Ganci: Messrs. H. R. Whitford. A. H. Herriman, Dr. J. G. Adam and G. A. Adam.
 On motion of Rev. Mir. Cornford it was voted to enlarge the council to twice it's former membership by the admittance of ladies as members.
 Voted that a system of dues be adopted, each member of the council to pay Sl per year, for defraying incidental expenses, lady members being exempt from payment of dues.
 A vote of thanks was extended to the ladies who have been so active ill rend- ering valuable service to the Boy Scouts and the Scout movement generally.
 Messrs. Stone, Whitford and Laf- fargue, the committee appointed to nom mate the ladies to be enrolled as mem bers of the Council under the new pro- vision, reported the following. who are now members of the Council:
 Mrs. G. A. Adam, Mrs. J. G. Adam, Mrs. Charles Laffargue, Mrs. Charles G. Adam, Mrs. Gilbert Fitch, Mrs. Geo. w. Ford, Mrs. R. D. Peirce, Mrs. Fl. K. Wmtford, Mrs. Leo. Werner, Mrs. George P. Hardenberg, Mrs. A. P. Free man, Mrs. Mary c. Corcoran, Mrs. M. c. Adam, Miss Catherine Roraback, Mrs. H. l.. Ross, Mrs. E. V. Nestell.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Uncle Inm's Cahin

One of the real big treat of each the. atrical season is that old but ever popu. lar stage story, Uncle Toms Cabin, as presented by Stetson's big spectacular company, which will be seen January, 28 in Mahaiwe Theatre, Great Barring ton. As in former years Manager Wash burn has equipped his sterling company with all new effects and startling senie electrical and mechanical surprises art promised. The vaudeville and speciality numbers are said to be of the 1913 brand while the negro melodies and the old souther plantation songs are rendered ai only the genuine southern darkies know how to sing them. Matinee at 3:30 evening at S:I5.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
CHILDREN COMMITTED
Judge WhittIesey Sends Squarsoni
 Children to County House.

Judge WhittIesey Sends Squarsoni
 Children to County House.
 Deputy Sheriff Rhoades on Tuesday took to the County House at Winsted three children of the late Domenico Sfuarsoni, residing in the old Cornish Road place ill the Sodom district.
 The father died in the asylum for the insane at Middletown, less than wear ago, and the widow, with four children had been supported by the town since that time. The seleetmen, however, had decided that in justice to the tax payers and for the good of the children for various reasons, the three oldest-a boy named Angelo, aged 10; and two girls, Mary, 6, and Alice, 4-should be placed in the county home. the Squar- soni he usehold being adjudged an unfit place for children of their tender years. A baby, about year old, is retained by the mother, comedy woman of about 40 years.
 1t is said that somebody had told the woman that the town was obliged to support herself and family in good style, and that she was entirely willing to be so supported.
 The authorities contemplate some ac tion that will require the woman to con- tribute of her own energy to her own support.
 The commitment papers were issued by Judge of Probate D. c. Whittlesey, and Sheriff Rhoades took the children to the Home Tuesday noon.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
he Legislature. |

Having succeeded in advancing the work of legislation so far as to reach an agreement on the joint rules, the legisla- ture adjourned Tuesday until today, when the statesman will endeavor to take another step toward organizing for business.
Connecticut western news., 1913-01-23
Scout Sale Saturday.

A food sale will be held at the Boy Scouts rooms on Saturday afternoon, beginning at two o'clock. Cookies, crullers, rolls, salads, pork and beans, broilers, squabs, pie, cake, jellies and many things for Sunday dinner will be on sale.
 Orders phoned to No. 21, if within ten minutes walk of the Scout rooms will be delivered by the Scouts. Pro- ceeds for the boys.