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The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

by Director-GeneraI Preston Gibson. and
to judge from the response of yesterday
the cast of 1,50O will be notable in point
of pulchritude, not to speak of the
dramatic and musical talent that will
be developed through the rehear rsals for
the production The author and the pro-
ducer have arranged to be at the head
quarters every day this week between
the hours of 10 and Il in the morning and
10 in the afternoon. Each prospective
participant is registered and invited 10
indicate the field in which his or her
greatest measure of usefulness lies. In
this manner the participants will be Or
ganized and drilled in units. and, as ali
the units or groups are perfected, thev
will be brought together.
Miss Effie Baker, daughter of DR..
Frank Baker, Director of the Zoo. who
Is TO direct the rehearsals for the cIas-
steal dances of the production, presided
at yesterdays conference, and outlined
some of the principal numbers About
100 young women were enrolled for the
classical dances. Miss Baker stated that
she has assurances from about $50 more
that they will be pleased TO participate
1t is the desire of the committee that
the cast be made up as quickly as posi-
Bile. and the large group rehearsals put
under way The centrally located head
quarters of the Greek Pageant Drama
Committee have been put in excellent
shape for the dances. The Percy s
Foster Piano Company has given the
committee the use OF two pianos for
rehearsals. Manager Leon MoOser yes
terday arranged for the lighting of the
building. so that those groups that de-
sire to be rehearsed at night can do so.
There will be an auction sale of the
boxes for the opening performance, Sat-
urday. May Is. This was decided upon
yesterday at a meeting of the executive
committee, Isaac Cans, chairman.
Director General Preston Gibson will
secure the use of a theater where the
moving picture films of the Nashville
production will be shown. This COM
pleted, the auction will be in order
President Wilson has already accepted
an invitation to be present at the open
ing performance.
The executive committee adopted the
recommendation of the charities COM
mittee that local organizations be per-
mitted to sell tickets on a percentage
basis. Ten per cent was establish as
the basis on which organizations dispos-
ing of tickets are to receive a direct
benefit. The order for the tickets has
been placed, and II is planned to have
the regular seat sale open the latter
pAst ef askt weak
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
DAUGHTER OF NAVY" WHO SANG AT MAINE
SERVICE IN CUBA, TO BE HERE NEXT WEEK
Miss Cecilia Wright. Who Volun-
teered When No Other Soloist
Was Available. Was Given Title
in Gratitude.

The possession OF the title, Daughter
Of the Navy" would be appreciated by
any young woman, but dearer even than
the title itself to Miss Cecilia Manuela
Wright Is the memory of how she was
adopted by Uncle Sans sea-fighters.
Miss Wright. who is a beautiful Eng
lish girl after a season as prima donna
at the Savoy in London, was visiting
friends in Havana, Cuba, in the spring
Of 1912, when preparation was being
made for the services for the Maine and
its hero dead, brought up from the mud
OF Havana Harbor.
Much to the distress Of those in charge,
a soloist for the service was not avail
able. Miss Wright volunteered, and aft
erward was thanked formally by the
United States and Cuban governments.
After the service the memory of the
beautiful young singer and her song lin
gered in the minds Of officers and men
Of the navy.
Miss Wright. who had delayed her
hOme-going TO be able to sing at the
service. started next day for Antilla by
auto on her return to England. There
was an accident and Miss Wright was
badly hurt. leg was broken between
knee and thigh. an arm was frightfully
lacerated, her chest was crushed, and she
received internal injuries. The accident
happened seven miles from Camaguey,
where the government hospital is To-
ated. and never for an instant losing con-
sciOusness. Miss Wright was conveyed
there. After numerous operations and
three months Of pain, the fractures Nre-
fused to mend.
Just about that time the North At
lantic squadron was lying of Santiago
and the case was brought to the atten-
ton OF Admiral Usher. who said he'd
give leave of absence to any Of his sur
geons who would attend Miss Wright
Every surgeon Of the fleet volunteered,
and from the lot four were chosen,
headed by DIR. Archie Fauntleroy. The
work of the navy surgeons was a sue
cess. and some months later Miss
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Society Dotnss in ano Around
Obe Jlational Capital
By NATALIE SUMNER LINCOLN.

of the fancy table, and did a thriving
business. Mrs. Victor Cushman and Miss
Marjorie Cotton sold flowers, and Mrs.
Richard Harlow presided at the candy
table.
Others assisting were Mrs. Robert Hol-
lister Chapman. Mrs. Arthur Lee, Mrs.
Walter Wilcox. Mrs. Frederick Atherton,
Mrs. Cary Langhorne, Mrs Perry John
ston. Mrs. harrington Moore, the Misses
Whiting. Miss Margaretta Symons, Miss
Gladys Hinckley. and Miss Julia Calhoun.
Among those who attended the tea were
Mrs. Hennen Jennings. Miss Katherine
Jennings, Mrs John Jackson, Mrs. Theo-
dore Jewell, Mrs Robert Hinckley. Mrs.
Theodore Jewell, Mrs. c. c. Glover. Mrs.
Robert Chew.
Miss Elizabeth Chase. of Lake Prov
idence. La, has arrived in Washington
and is the house guest of her uncle and
aunt. Senator and Mrs. Joseph f. Rams
dell. Of Louisiana. She will spend the
spring season with them.
Dr. and Mrs. william Cline Borden are
moving from 1901 California avenue to
their new home. 1905 Tracy place north
west. Mrs. Borden will not receive to-
morrow afternoon.
The residence of Mr.. and Mrs. Edward
Archambault, 14O6 Maryland avenue north
east. was the scene OF a pretty house
wedding yesterday evening, when their
daughter. Miss Mamie f. Archambault.
was married to Mr.. Ralph F. Lord. The
bride was attended by Miss Irene Baker.
Mr.. Thomas Wright acted as best man.
Promptly at $50 o'clock the bridal party
entered the parlor where the marriage
l. A. u
officiating. He used the ring ceremony Of
the Lutheran church
After a brief wedding tour Mr.. and
Mrs. Lord will be at home to their
friends at 1906 Maryland avenue north
east.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Drill at Fort Myer Today

The fashionable world will motor to
Fort Myer. Va. this afternoon to see
the exhibition drill in the riding hall. The
drill is given for the benefit OF the army
Y. NJ. c. A, and the horse show fund.
The Secretary Of War and Mai. Gen.
| Leonard Wood. chief of staff. L. 5. A.
will act as reviewing officers 4 tea and
dance will he given in the hop room of
the Administration Building by the wom-
! en- of the post after the drill.
DIR. and Mrs. Alexander Graham Bell
were hosts at a charming reception last
| night at their Connecticut avenue resi-
dence in honor of the Montessori Edu-
| cational Association.
Miss Fletcher gave an interesting talk
or her experiences as a teacher OF the
Montessori method. DR.. Bell and DR..
Whitmer. OF the University of PennsyI-
subject
Mrs John p. Larncr entertained at a
buffet luncheon yesterday in compliment
TO the President OF Smith College and
1 Mrs. Marion Burton. Miss Margaret
| I-arner. who is a student at Smith Col
lege. assisted her mother in receiving the
guests.
Mrs. W. u. MacDougall gave a delight
| full tea yesterday at the Chevy Chase
| Club in honor OF DR.. and Mrs. Marion
Burton.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. ". Harvey have issued
! invitations to the marriage Of their
daughter Edna. and Mr.. Roy F. Cartv
| at the Mount Pleasant Congregational
Church on April Is. Admission will he
by card.
4 great number OF society people will
attend the supper dance at the New
Willard next Monday night. when Maur-
ice and Miss Florence Walton, Of New
York. will come down to dance their
exhibition dances. Maurice will intro
duce five new dances. including his IA
nous skating waltz. which he dances
without a partner. Both OF these
dancers are well known here, as they
have frequently come down for private
dances and the Playhouse Club enter
tainments given by Preston Gibson.
Mrs. G. p. Haskell. Of Dover. y. H.. is
spending some time at Hotel Powhatan
Mrs. II. r. Martin and her daughter
Miss Dorothy. arrived from Indianapolis
Ind. on Thursday and will be at Hotel
POwhatan during their stay in the city.
Social Washington is much interested
this week in the presence of Miss Marie
Newton, daughter of the late Col. John
| Newton. L. :. A. and Mrs. Newton, Of
Washington. in the cast of Charles FrOh-
mans production of THE Doll Girl"
Miss Newton was one of the popular
debutantes OF Washington several sea-
sons ago. and besides a wide circle Of
friends. numbered many admirers be-
cause of her histrionic successes in So
Ciety and charitable theatriCals here.
| Miss Newton was featured several times
| in productions by Mrs. Christian Hem
| mick. She is the house guest of Mrs. J.
Selwin TAFT, 20lS o street.
Mrs. Truman Etclle. OF Harrisburg. Pa,
is the guest Of Mrs. Conrad E. Hcsse,
of Capitol Hill.
Mr.. L. MalIett Provost. of New York
City, is registered at Hotel Powhatan.
Miss Letitia Maxwell entertained at a
small the dansant at her studio, 1917 II
street Yesterday afternoon.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

That the far-famed Maids Of Athens
did not have anything on the Maids Of
Washington was demonstrated yester-
day afternoon at the Headquarters of
the Greek Pageant-Drama Committee, in
the old Builders Exchange, III H street
northwest
Sidney NJ. Hirsch, author of THE Fire
Regained," and George Lask, the assist
ant producer, yesterday interviewed about
400 young men and women who desire
to participate in the big spring pro-
duction in the interest of charity, which
has received the Endorsement Of the
Board OF Trade. the Chamber OF Com
meroe and the Retail Merchants As
socialism
\ ssli fsr psraeissa.s Ass bssp iasssa
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
MANY SEEKING PLACES
IN PAGEANT-DRAMA
Four Hundred Young Men and Women.
Anxious to Participate. Call
on Mr.. Hirsch.
COMMITTEE MEETING YESTERDAY
MAIDS AND MEN OF
CAPITAL OUTSHINE
THOSE OF ATHENS

The committee in charge of
the Greek pageant-drama, The
Fire Regained." to be produced
in the interest of charity, needs
singers and dancers. Those de-
string to participate are invited
TO call at headquarters, 1917 H
street northwest. between the
hours of 10 and IL and ? and
o'clock today.
There will be a revival of the
classic drama that will make
Washington more than ever a
point OF interest
The cooperation of all citi-
zens is asked by the committee
in charge.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

Wright's recovery was complete.
Naturally, her beauty, her singing at
the Maine" service. the accident and
her recovery. made Cecilia Wright the
toast Of the navy. and so she came 10
have the title, The Daughter of the
Navy"
Miss Wright, who has been in vaude-
vile only a short time. comes to Wash
ington next week: and during her stay
here, as one Of the stars at b. +. Keith s
Theater. she will he shown much at
tention. She will be received by the
President, the Vice President. the Secre-
tary Of the Navy. and at the Cuban Le-
CATION Much interest in her visit has
been manifested.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
MASONS TO GO ON TRIP.

Columbia Chapter. No. l. Royal Arch
Masons, will go to Baltimore Tuesday
afternoon and there join Druid Chapter.
r. A NJ, for a visit to Philadelphia,
where the Travelling Triangle" will be
deposited with Freeman Chapter of that
city
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Modern CIairVo,nnrN .

No, l didn't come about any l"N" al
fair. / just want to know how wlde
skirts will be worn next summer. PUCK.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

The Engineer Commissioner of the Dis
trict and Mrs. Chester Harding were
among those who entertained guests at
dinner at the Army and Navy Club last
night. preceding the weekly hop at the
clubhouse.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Sl.50 the dozen.
Bulbs and Seeds.

Dahlias, assorted colors, 15c
each.
Gladiolis (mixed), 15c dozen.
Begonias, assorted colors, DC
each.
Cinnamon Vines, &c each.
Tuberoses, 15c dozen.
Flower Seeds, all varieties, 3
pkgs., &c.
Vegetable Seeds, 2 pkgs., SC.
Lawn Grass Seeds, 20c pkg.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Garden Tools Are Ready, Too.

Tools of every kind ready, the and
most constructed that be had Hoes, Rakes Picks
Spades Trowels, &c
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03
Mrs. Cassels Gives Luncheon

Mrs John Cassels and her daughter,
Miss Elsie Cassels, entertained at lunch
con yesterday at their residence in r
street. Their guests were Mrs. Robert
Roosevelt. Mrs. Alexander Magruder,
Miss Edna Tyler. Mrs. John Biddle. Mrs.
Richard Harlow. Mrs. Cary Langhorne,
Mrs. Frederick Faust, and Mrs. Clarke
Waggaman.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

Mrs. Josephus Daniels. wife of the Sec
retary of the Navy, and her sister, Miss
Belle Bagley, who spent Sunday at At
Iantic City, returned to Washington yes
terday.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

Miss Nina Barroll, of Elizabeth, y. J.,
is visiting Commander and Mrs. Henry
Barroll at their apartment at the Du-
pont Mrs. Barroll and Miss BarrolI will
be at home tomorrow afternoon.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Riggs. jr.. are re-
ceiving congratulations on the birth Of
a daughter last Saturday. Mrs. Riggs
formerly was Miss Renee NJ. COudert
of New York and Washington.
The Washington herald., 1914-04-03

Mrs. Buckner -.andolph went to New
York yesterday where she will be the
guest of her aunt. Miss Harris, for the
next two weeks.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
:. Daily Fashion alks
 BY MAY MANTON
FOR THE CHRISTMAS STOCKING

THERE be dolls in the
 animal be
 
 dolls while both Teddy difficulty the rock o the real folk while the underwear set includes
 the correct Noen Age style As shown he dotted ch doll inches hgh sxs asa 2 1 yd s or "A A m wide with A M width for skirt and Iheite grsdess {sos sexdngy requires embroidery the skirt bel hh sleeves yds of aounng in wide with E yd of plain beading make Yd n wde with 115 yd of insertion shown -
 The third ock made in the blouse butond together In view plaid ginsham 2 inch size the waist will require K yd of material
 Underwear of the necessities The illustrated includes the hour! sleep For the 2e inch size the will beading gown yd embroidery A yd of insertion for the petco y embroidery material for frlls for the drawers. + -
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MlTCHELL'S HEIRS
 ESTABLISH CLAIMS
Estate of SherrilI Man Who Died Without Lateral Heirs to Go
 to First Cousins.

County Judge c. M. Philpot spent nearly all of yesterday and part of last night hearing evidence in support of claims of kinsmen of the late J.. C. Mitchell to participate in the divi- sion of his estate. MT. Mitchell died at Sherrill without lateral heirs, leav- ing an estate of $12,0O0 in personal property and 24O acres of valuable land. The estate is being administer ed by F. F. Mitchell. The point was raised at yesterdays session that the England law should be followed and only kinsmen on the fathers side be recognized. Judge Philpot vetoed this, although the Arkansas law is not clear on the point. Judge Philpot ruled that first cousins of decedent on both the paternal and maternal side and de- scendants of first cousins shall share in the estate. It is to establish the re- lationship the hearing was held.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
TRINITY BAZAAR
 WILL BE UNIQUE
Committee in Charge Of Church En- teltainment Makes Certain Pat
 rGns Will Receive Full Value.

Contrary to affairs of similar na- ture, the bazaar to be given by the ladies of Trinity Episcopal church at Bluff City hall, beginning today and
 lasting three days, will be unique in many ways E'7
 While it is a known fact that the ob- ject of the bazaar is to raise fundS, patrons who attend may be assured to get their moneys worth" for every cent they spend. The committee in charge instructed those who donated to mark on each article the actual cost entaailed in it's making, so that when the articles are put on sale they can be sold ,st 9 moderate profit. This assures everyone who patronizes the bazaar that they will get value re- ceived for every cent they spend.
 The feature of the fair will be the representation of ''The Seven Ages of Women" from babyhood to that of grandmother.
 A special feature of the bazaar will be the dinners which will be held each day at loon, the first day being a turkey dinner. second day spa shetti dinner and tle last day bar becue dinner On the evening of the second day, December 2d, at S:30 there will be a cabaret entertainment at which time chicken salad will be served.
 A large committee of ladies have been at work several days in decorat- ing the hall and arrangements have been made for the comfort of large crowd.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
ROBERT FOLEY.

News has been received here of the death, at Los Angeles, Cal.. on N9- Vember 22. Of Robert Foley. at the age of 27 years. He had been i'll fog' some years, and his death was not unexpected by members of thn fami- ly.
 Deceased was a native of Cleveland county, Ark. and spent his carly life in Pine Bluff, attending school here He is survived by four brothers. J. C. Foley and J. H. r. ley of Pine Bluff; C. H. Foley of sherman. Texas; an" George Foley of Los Angeles and by two sisters, Misses Nellie Foley of Pine Bluff and Mrs. J. x. Foster of Los Angeles. Funeral was held in Los Angeles.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
CAPTAIN ORGAN. MEMPHIS.

Memphis, Nov. 30-Capt. Charles II. Organ, one of the best known river men on the Mississippi. organizer of the West Memphis Packing company, and large landowner in Arkansas. died this morning at the residence of his daughter here, after an illness of three days.
 Fer more than twenty years, Capt. Organ wa sa familiar figure along the river front. It is said of him that he knew more people who travelled back
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
U. S. GOV. LAND FREE

Under Special Act of Congress the agricultural land in the U. s. Forest Reserve of Arkansas can now be homesteaded in tracts of 160 acres to each person, free of cost. 100000 acres free pasturage range where cat tie, hogs and sheep fatten eight months in year without grin. No overflo wlands. Country very healthy and well watered with running streams. We select these agricul- tural lands take applicant to lands and locate you. Send 25 cents for state map showing location of re- serve and copy of Special Act to A. V. Alexander, locating engineer, Little Rock, Ark. II
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
PSYCHOLOGICAL.
MRS. J. VI. WILLIAMS.

(TupeiO, Miss. Journal0
 Died at Tupelo. Miss, on Saturday afternoon, Nov. T, Mrs. ]. M Will Hams, in the Seth year of her age Mrs. Williams was ill only few days. having the week previous To her death been on a visit 10 relatives in Shan non. Returning to Tupelo she con tracted severe cold which develop ed into grippe and death soon fol lowed.
 Deceased was born in Lawrence county, Ala, August II, 1929. She was married 10 the late J. NJ. Will Hams, from which union several children were born, of whom Mrs. J. VI. lIightower, of Pine Bluff, survives. Mr. and Mrs. Williams were residents of Itawamba and Lee counties many years. Their home was in Tupelo for long time where both were highly esteemed. Following the death of her husband Mrs. Williams made her home with her daughter. Mrs. High tower, in Pine Bluff, Ark.
 Mrs. Williams, who was conse- cfated Christian, was one of the char ter members of the Baptist church oi Tupelo and an honorary member of the WCman's Missionary union. She possessed a sunny disposition and scattered sunshine wherever she went She knew everybody and everybody esteemed her for her many noble qualities. She led an active life and mingled a great deal with her friends Her hands were never idle and direc,- ed by kindly heart were busy al ways in works of charity and benevo- lent deeds.
 Ii was the desire of Mrs. Williams to be laid to rest by her departed hus- band and children, and the hand o1 Providence directed that her going away should be amid the scenes that she loved so well where, surrounded by these who had so long known and loved her. she breathed her last. At the final hour her daughter, who had been summoned. and her nieces and nephews were with her.
 The funeral services were conduct ed Sunday afternoon from the Baptist church by Rev. T. J.. Barksdale, the
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
To Start Soil Survey.

w. B. Cobb, of the United States department of agriculture, arrived in Pine Bluff yesterday, to make ar engagements for starting the soil Sur vey of the county, decision to make which was announced by the depart ment some time ago. Two other agrl- cultural workers will arrive within the next few days to assist in the work. The government was induced to make the soil survey by the Young Mems Progressive league and Sena- tor Joe T. Robinson.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01

Theo. Green spent Saturday in the city.
 Dr. l Sheppard was here yesterday from Belfast, Ark.
 l.. 0. Wick of Sherril1 came to Pine Bluff last night, on business.
 J. '. Holland of Little Rock spent yesterday in Pine Bluff on business
 Secretary E. B. Bloom of the Cham Der Of Commerce was in Little Rock on business yesterday.
 Mrs. Hattie D. Duncan is detained at home because of illness.
 J. w. atkins is out again. after an attack of tousilitis.
 No improvement is noted in tha condition of w F. Collier, who is il at his home on West Fifth avenue
 D. E. Rhodes, Fred Ferguson and G. B. Jackson were here yesterday on business from Little Rock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
Traffic Rurean To Meet.

The Pine Bluff traffic bureau will meet this afternoon at it's offices in the Citizens Bank building, to dis cuss the question of retaining an at torney to represent the bureau In important eases which are to come up for hearings before the interstate commerce commission. at an early atH
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
Cation Exchange Meeting.

Directors of the Pine Bluff Cotton Exchange will hold a meeting at 5 o'clock tLis afternon, at the rooms of the exchange in the Citizens Bank building
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
I. 4. RacOp III.

At midnight last night it was re- norted from the home of J. A. Racop in State street, that MT. Racop was resting nicely. His condition is not considered serious. MT. Racop col lapsed late yesterday afternoon at his placa of business in West second ave- rue.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
Labor Council Dance.

The dance committee of the Gen. tral Trades Council has announced a dance to be given by the committee at Labor Hall "Wednesday evening, December 9
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
Mir. Crunk Resting Easily.

It was reported last night that D. c. Crunk, injured in an automobile accident Saturday forenoon, was resting easily and had shown signs of improvement
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
propressiye League Luncheon.

The governing board of the 4oung Mems Progressive Business league will hold a session today. in connec- tion with a monday luncheon at the Hotel Jefferson.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1914-12-01
| Wynpe Girl Weds | Pine Bluff Man.


 Pine Bluff Man.
 Miss Sarah Greenfield of Wynne and
 1ouis Rossman of Pine Bluff were married Sunday afternoon by Rabbi
 Icsenh Jasin. the ceremony being per
 formed at the home Of Mr. and Mrs. S.
 Reiner, 503 West Fifth avenue, in the
 nresence of relatives and a few in-
 innate friends.
 The bride has been q resident of
 Pine Bluff cnly a short time, but has
 already made many friends here. The groom is in charge of one of the de- nartments of the Pine Bluff Garment company. and is widely known in the eitv MT. and Mrs. Rossman will make their home here, after they re- : turn from trip to Little Rock, Mem i phis and St. Louis. ,- After the ceremony yesterday a wedding supper was served. at which i there were present MT. and Mrs. A. Greenfield; Miss Dora Greenfield of Wynne; l. Hurwitz; Abe Soltz and family: g. Damburg of title Rock; Mr. and Mrs H. Seher of Little Rock; |H. Heller: s. Reimer and family: Philip Gould: and $. Wclchantskv of Watscn. all Of whom toasted the brid- al couple