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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23

Alabama friends of Ensign William Richardson and his family will be interest ed in the following clipping from the Washington Post:
 Mrs Maude D. Lesher wife of Lieu tenant Lesher. l.. S. N, will send out an- nouncements in a few days of the mar riage of her daughter, Belle Evelyn ana Ensign William Nicholas Richardson o' S N. whose engagement was announced a few days ago. The wedding was one or the many hastened by the fortunes of war It took place quietly at Richmond on Tues- day. May 12, the Rev. J. Y. Bowman of- fcjating Ensign Richardson and his bride and her mother returned immediately after the ceremony to Portsmouth Va, where they are spending a few days prior to Ensign Richardsons departure for Mex ico. where the battleship Vermont, to which he is attached, now is. Mrs. Rich ardson will return to Washington with her mother. who will give a large reception for the bride and bridegroom upon the latters return from Mexico.
 MT Richardson is d native of Harris, Ala and entered the Naval academy in 1905 The bride is one of the most charm 
 ing girls in navy circles al Washington.
 A special from Anniston May 9 states that;
 The following invitation is being received in Anniston by friends of MT. Garth and Miss Hghtower:
 Mir and Mrs. Larkin c. Hightower request the honor of your presence at the msrriage of their daughter, Ethel Mae to Mir Winston Stuart Garth on Tuesday afternoon. June ?. 1914, at o'clock. At home, Athens, Ala"
 s,Mr Garth has resided at Anniston for several years, during which time he has made numerous friends in business and social circles. He comes from one of the best families of north Alabama, his pa rents being MT. and Mrs George M Garth of Courtland He is resident manager for the Harris Cortner company, cotton deai- CTS and his success has been unusual for a man of his age.
 Miss Hightower is equally well known, having resided all her life at Athens, where her father is wholesale supply man, prominently connected with the bus mess and social life of Athens. The bride to-be has many gracious attributes to en- dear her to her friends, and assure her being the intention of the young couple to make their home here after ther- return from the wedding trip.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
SUNFLOWER GARDEN CLUB
 HAS PICNIC AT EAST LAKE

Meeting at the home of Mrs L. A. Ran som in East Lake yesterday afternoon, the members of the Sunflower Garden club took long auto ride and selecting lovely spot in the woods, enjoyed a musical and literary programme and a picnic lunch.
 With a guest invited by each member, the following were present: Mrs. F. G. Birchfiel. Mrs. O. B. Newman, Mrs. M. l.. Davidson. Mrs. F. G. Meadow, Mrs. l.. A. Ransom Mrs. Robert Hewlett, Mrs. Y. l.. Prude, Mrs. J. R. Saddler. Mrs. James Thornton, Mrs J. E. Webb, Rev. R. D. Tyler, Mir F. l.. Gibson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MISS PRICE COMPLIMENTS
 ATTRACTIVE VISITORS

With Miss Mary Russell and Miss Will lie Russell of Fort Payne as honor guests, pretty party was given yesterday aft ernoon with Miss Eugenia Price as . lovely hostess at her home in Norwood.
 The house was beautifully festooned with roses and sweet peas, the dining room being especially pretty. The lace covered table was centered with dainty basket or pink rosebuds and the hints and other confectioneries carried out the same color.
 Tables for auction bridge were arranged in the spacious reception hall and living
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Set of Encyclopedias

T have set of encyclopedias should like to offer to any one who wants them for reference in a country school
 ''C. G. R." You tender something so valuable and which is so frequently begged for by stu dents who cannot afford to purchase en- cyclopedias that l am immeasurably cha erined at an omission which balks your benevolent designs and our glad willing ness to get the advantage of them. You give us no signature and no complete ad- dress. May I entreat you to remedy the deficiency at your early convenience? En- cyclopedia ranks among the highest of it's Kind. It would be a mine of wealth to struggling student. Pray let us have your address that we may further your worthy intention usward
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
FAILS TO SECURE
 RECOGNITION
Lady's Own Friends Assert Could Not Recognize Her When Brought Face
 to Face

Arritts. va.-Mrs D. J. Bowen. of this town. makes the following state rent: For 20 years I suffered with womanly troubles, and although I tried different treatments. I did not get any relief
 was unable to look after any of my work. and my friends thought could not get well.
 Finally, began to take Cardui the woman's tonic. and hadn't taken one third of the first bottle. before could notice its good effects.
 Now I can do all my work. feel like I'm not more than 16 years old, but am really 4s. My own friends say l look so well they don't recognize me when we meet in the road.
 My daughter is using Cardui. and she says it is a fine medicine. I also have a number of lady friends taking -it, since they found out how it helped me.
 Whenever I feel a little fatigued after a days extra hard work, I just take a dose of Cardui and am all right
 can't say too much for Cardui."
 Thousands of women who now suffer from womanly troubles. could be re- lfeved and benefited by following Mrs Bowen's example.
 Are you of this number?
 If so, try Cardui today. It cannot harm you. and is almost sure to do you good
 At the nearest drug store.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MRS. KENT HOSTESS
 ENSLEY FORTY-TWO CLUB

An enjoyable meeting of the Ensley Highland Forty-two club took place yes- terday afternoon at the home of Mrs. j.. T. Kent.
 The hall and parlor where the tables were placed for the game, were prettily decorated with roses and ferns and at the end of the game ice was passed.
 Those enjoying this hospitality were Mrs. J. c. Kent, Mrs. A. l.. Gaston. Mrs A. J. Pitts. Mrs. J. F. Kent. Mrs. w. I. Phillips. Mrs. w. k. Phillips. Mrs R. l.. Hassier. Mrs w j. Kelly Mrs. Fred Malloch, Mrs. T. c. Mitchell. Mrs c. w.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Piano Music to Pass Along

I wish to thank your Corner for the kind responses which l received when asked for piano music. Several people responded, and I have on hand a goodly number of duplicated pieces, which I should like to pass on to some one else. Kindly send me the addresses of. Mrs. w. l.. and Charlotte W, who make request for music. I shall divide with them. M. k. W"
 The addresses have gone to you by mail You are consderate to divide your wealth with those less fortunate Let us know when the duplicates have been disposed of.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Sickness Delaying Replies

M A. H. S oldest boy has scarlet fever They were quarantined today. She was wondering if you would let her thank her many friends through the Corner as some ask for an early reply to their nice let ters, which she appreciates. It may be two months before she can answer them should all the children take it. She has removed and will thank each person as soon as possible.
 FRIEND OF THE CORNER"
 The sympathies of the Corner go out to the mother of the stricken flock. We beg you to assure her of this and thank you for the explanation of the silence of M. A. NJ It is a truly neighborly act.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MISS LUCYLE MURPHREE
 APPEARS IN RECITAL

At Clark & Jones hall last evening Miss Lucille Murphree pupil of Miss Annie Lou Wood made a successful appearance in vocal recitation Her programme was as follows:
 Aria from Messiah Come Unto Him" fHandeb
 Piano, Andante from Sonata Pa thetique' (Beethoyen) Prelude in c sharp minor tRachmaninoff)
 Songs. "fo Spring fGounod); Solveig song from Peer Gynt Suite" (Grieg). Piano, "Ich Lebe Dich" (Grieg): Were l a Bird to Thee I'd Fly (HenselD
 lntermission.
 Song, "Nillianelle" (Dell Acqual.
 Piano. La Fleuse" tRaff)
 Songs, Morning Glory Song OHunting- ton Woodmanl Such a Li'l Fellow CDichmont; "The Robin CNeidlinger. Piano. "Be Matin" Chaminade).
 Orchestral part on second piano.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MISS CAIN HOSTESS
 FOR VISITOR IN BOYLES

Miss Mary Hopdoo of Millport, who is the popular visitor of Miss Jamie Bran ham, was the inspiration of delightful party last evening with Miss Myrtle Cain as hostess at her home in Boyles.
 American Beauty roses and ferns formed the house decorations and the evening was happily spent with games and refreshments. The guests were Miss Jamie Branham Miss Ethel Walker, Miss Lillian Marshall, Miss Vema Harper. Miss Alfreda Bailey, Mr. Fred Erwin.
 Ebert Cain, Mr Emmett Marshall, MT. Earle Erwin. MT. Oliver Bailey, MT. Rector Kirkland, MT. Hillman Bailey MT. John Backus
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MRS. HARLAN HOSTESS PHI TAU CLJJB

Assisted by Mrs. w. w. Garrett, Mrs. M. V. Harlan entertained the members of the Phi Tau club yesterday afternoon at her home in Ensley
 A color scheme of pink and green was carried out in all the details, and the afternoon was pleasantly spent with the game, forty-two. Later & delicious salad and ice course was served to the following guests: Mrs. w. w. Garrett, Mrs. R. w. Brown Mrs. J. NJ. Ball. Mrs. ]. w. Brig man, Mrs. M. V. Harlan, Mrs. G. D. Ran dle. Mrs. l.. V. McRea, Mrs w. c. Jones, Mrs. A. l. McRimmon, Mrs. R. E. Smith, Mrs. Augusta Heide, Mrs. S. S. Heide, Mrs. Fred Kelly, Miss Bessie Gardner, Mrs. o. R. Turner Miss Emma Baxley, Miss Nelle Blackburn, Mrs. w. C.. Jones.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MRS. HUGHES ENTERTAINS
 AT FORTY-TWO

Mrs. M M. Hughes was hostess at forty-two yesterday morning at her home in Ensley, the guests being the members of the Thursday Afternoon Forty-two club.
 used to decorate the rooms where the game was played, and at noon a picnic luncheon was enjoyed, after which the hostess took her guests to the baseball game.
 Those included were Mrs. w. l. Burgin, Mrs. Roy Dimmitt, Mrs. R. F. Moseley, Mrs. F. O. Harris, Mrs. Fl. c. Russell, Mrs, N. R. Gay, Mrs. ]. M. Donaldson, Mrs. Alexander Hood, Mrs. J. s. Hall. Mrs. c. w. Sharpe Mrs J. J. Walker, Mrs. M. M. Hughes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Wants Home for Her Cat

q want to find a home for my 3-year-old cat. He is handsome and unusually intel ligent. I want his home to be near so that l may take him to it and know that he is happy To woman livi alone he would be a great companion. He is purely house cat. Never goes out without some one with him. He always sleeps on my bed at night. and on cold nights must be covered up. He follows me about like a dog and sits for hours looking out of the window. His curiosity is abnormal
 MRS. FRANCES P
 The portrait of your paragon is enticing. He should find a second home with a shut in who loves household pets and appre- ciates the companionship and devotion of an intelligent member of the great order of Little Friends in Fur and Feathers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Fruit Cocktail

Peel a grapefruit, divide it into lobes and cut each lobe into four pieces. rejecting all bits of membrane and all seeds pre- pare an orange in the same way: cut two slices of pineapple into small bits. Mix the fruits. sprinkle them with sugar flavor with aselino, if this is liked add enough of the sweetened juice from the fruits to make a rather liquid mixture. Set in the ice until cold, then serve in chilled fruit cocktail glasses. putting sev- eral marachino cherries on the top of each glass of fruit. or if you prefer serve in baskets made of the grapefruit rinds.-By request of a reader
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
ENSLEY HIGHLAND BRIDGE
 WITH MRS. HAWKINS

The members of the Ensley Highland Bridge club met yesterday afternoon with Mrs. Hawthorne Hawkins as hostess.
 Pink and green were the colors chosen to be used in the decorations, score cards and ices. Punch was served in the din- ing room by Mrs. H. J. Kribs.
 Those present were Mrs. H. J. Kribs, Mrs M J. Matthias, Mrs. w. F. Adams. Mrs. F. E. Butcher, Mrs. c. l.. Birk, Mrs. R. L. Daniel. Mrs. Joe Grant. Mrs. T. S. Abernathy, Mrs w. ". McTyerire, Mrs. J. E. Kent, Mrs. l.. H. Pennington. Mrs. Louis Mckenzie, Mrs. Harry Hillhouse. Mrs c. B. Masters. Mrs. G. A. Miller and Mrs Hawthorne Hawkins.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
LUNCHEONS TODAY
 AT SOUTHERN CLUB

Mrs. James NJ. Mason will have a party of guests today at the Southern club during the weekly table dhote luncheon in compliment to her guests, Mrs. w. Y. Noell of Virginia, Mrs. Llewellyn Scott and Atrs .Hunt of Atlanta.
 Mrs. Russell Hunt has secured a table and will have Mrs. James Bonnyman and her guest, Mrs Alex Bonnyman, and one or two others. A number of other tables have been engaged and the Tudor room promises to be particularly gay with it's fashionable quota
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MIR. AND MRS. RIVERS
 HOSTS IN INGLENOOK

A happy evening was spent at the home of Mir. and Mrs. J. R. T. Rives in Ingle- nook Friday.
 The house was very pretty with roses and other cut flowers and games and contests were featured. At late hour an ice was served to the following guests:. Mir. and Mrs. Mark Whitford. MT. and Mrs. A. C. Sanford, MT. and Mrs B. J. Rives, MT. and Mrs. J. R. Barton. Mrs. J. H. Gilliland. Mrs. J. T. Hunt. Mrs. ID. M. Dewitt Miss Alice Sanford, Miss Pauline Sanford, Miss Bessie Hunt, Miss Ida Rives. MT. Ed Keith, Mir. Henry Gilliland, Mir Vel Rives
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23

her own ideas and was so persistent that before she knew it she was posing as hav- ing more knowledge of the newspaper bus mess than the managing editor himself.
 So-
 The next week she got a billet doux say Ing that the staff was too large, and the lady 8 services weren't needed.
 hou see she was telling d friend of ners afterward, T had so many origina! loeas, ana Was so anxious to carry them out on the paper"
 It seems to me that il would be easier 10 aoJust yourself to newspaper rather than the newspaper to yourself The editor usually knows what his subscribers want and to have a new person come in and try out their original plans on the paper seems to me would be rather diseoncert ing,' said the friend
 Well I don't like newspaper work. any way" said the defeated one. and l believe l would have done better at stem ography."
 Accordingly
 She took course in shorthand, and this Is the position she has recently lost
 Any woman who goes into the business world to reform it is going to keep on losing positions
 Every business corporation is a great DIE macnlne, With wheels going round and round s they've been revolving for years and years, and when a mere mite of woman happens to put her little shoulder to it and tries to change it's course she's going to ..get left"
 Don't try to adjust the wheels to your- self; instead, just try faithfully to fill the little niche you are given and get down on your nice, little knees every blessed night and thank heaven for your little pay envelope" and that you haven't the burden of the whole thing on your frail, little self.
 The quality that our friend who writes to ask about getting a position sadly lacks, to keep her in one, may be found in any old dictionary, catalogued as plain adaptability'' or better still-.tact"
 In other words
 Good, old hard, common sense"
 Whats the use in telling anybody all this?" some business man will no doubt ask. "A woman is born with it. or without it."
 'She can acquire it. I stoutly aver, and even if she isn't in this briery old world trying to earn a living she can be an agreeable person to have around the house when she learns to consider first other peoples feelings, and not to worry at all about her own. It strikes me that is the main trouble with the lady who writes now in search of a positon.''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
PRETTY MUSICALE LAST
 EVENING IN PRATT CITY

A large audience enjoyed the pretty musicale last evening at the Pratt City hall given by the Lyric School of Music under the auspices of the extension work of f--the board of education. Miss Kate Tierce was pianist and Miss Julia Dos ter was soprano soloist.
 An excellent programme was rendered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23

the perch by Miss Lillia Mae Fucker. Mrs. Henry Fritts and Mrs Lee Fucker had charge of the tea table in the dining room, where a delicious plate was served.
 The hostess and honoree were assisted in receiving the guests by Mrs Leona Kirkland and Mrs. Lee Kene.
 Among those who called during the chosen hours were Mrs Leona Krtland, Mrs. A. F. Crawford. Miss Julian Levert, Mrs. Henry Frtts, Mrs. Lee Kern, Mrs. M. I. Bowen Mrs. E. o. Lipscomb Mrs. J. Golden Mrs. Nugent, Mrs. Morgan Long, Mrs. J. w. B. Chambers, Mrs. Enoch Smith, Miss Cleo Scruggs Miss Susie Cunningham, Miss Lilla Mae Puck CT. Miss Beulah Coberts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
kDolly Has Something 10 Say
 to the Woman Who Wdnts Work
By DOLLY DALRYMPLn

A letter has come to me from a woman who says she wants work.
 She is willing to work but has never had to do so until recently.
 I've had several positions she writes, but I have been dreadfully dissatisfied I've been out of position month and I'm writing to ask you if you know how to go about helping me to get one and what you think is the matter with me-.
 Tre letter suggests great many thoughts to my mind knowing the woman as do.
 She doesn't live herein fact in a city quite a distance from this little hamlet but | happen 10 know something of her career. since she became q bread winner, aad 1 take the liberty of reciting few of the facts, since she has told them very generally Aherself, and perhaps hery experi- epces may,help others not to falliinto the same trap.
 In the first place. when she had to be a ''bread winner" the first position she got was that of secretary, sort of social sec retary to a very wealthy woman from the west
 It's true there was unlimited field for endeavor in the case of the western mil-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MRS. HALE GIVES
 SPEND-DAY PARTY

In honor of her sister, Miss Annie Huey, who is her guest in Inglenook. Mrs. Roscoe Hale entertained few friends at spend-the day party yesterday
 The guests were Miss Mamie Earring ton, Miss Florence Ahrens. Miss Annie Laura Luster Miss Ida Harrington, Mrs. J. w. Harrington Miss Annie Huey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
CARDS ISSUED TO
 LIDE-WALTHALL WEDDING

ceived:
 Mr. and Mrs. William Jackson Ashton request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their sister, Bessie Wathall, to Mr. Malcolm Lde, on Thursday even- ing, June 1, al o'clock. at the south side Baptist church Birmingham. Ala -
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MATRONS' CLUB MEETS IN PRATT CITY

A pretty event of yesterday was the meeting of the Matrons' club with Mrs T. J. Carter. at her home in Pratt City
 Tables were arranged for forty-two, dainty hand-painted score cards of daisy design were used. An ice coures fol- lowed the game.
 The guests and members included Mrs. w. B. Givens. Mrs. J. D. Duncan. Mrs. R. G. McMahan, Mrs. A. J. Monfee Mrs. ]. J. Curtis, Mrs. T. J. Carter, Mrs. Frank Lacey, Mrs c. D. Comstock Mrs. A. W. Abercrombie. Mrs. Ben Ingram, Mrs. C. A. Atkins. Mrs. B. F. McPherson, Mrs. J. D. Hanby. Mrs. E. O. Sanders, Mrs. G. N. Darlington, Mrs. A. H. Daniel, Mrs. C. N. Carraway, Mrs. ]. F.. Wood.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
SOCIETY AND HOME TOPICS FOR WOMEN
HELPING HAND HINTS FOR THE HOME

addresses sent me. I have written to each of them and also sent a package of pie lures to the little 5-vear-old. l have to offer to some poor sufferer an abdominal belt medium size. Should you know of any one who would like it give her my name MRS. M. k. w
 As we have notified you by mail, the belt did not tarry long with us. I hope you have had the thanks of the recipient in full measure as you have those of the Corner
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
WOODLAWN MUSIC CLUB
 HOLDS MEETING

Miss Gladys Schools delightfully."- enter tained the members of the M. l.. O. w Music club of Woodlawn yesterday aft ernoon.
 An entertaining programme on Mozart was given by the various members.
 Later a refreshment course was dis pensed to the guests, including Miss Myr- tie Jones, Miss Gladys Schools, Miss Katherine West, Miss Mildred Basenberg, Miss Annie Dougherty, Miss Madeline Speer, Miss Mabel Dougherty, Miss Elsie Parsons, Miss Ella Mae Lawley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23

room and at the close of the afternoon salad and ice was enjoyed
 Those whom Miss Price asked to meet her guests were Miss Eva May Morgan, Mss Mary Todd, Miss Sarah Hodges. Miss One Smith, Miss Bessie Ferguson Mrs R. E. Peebles. Miss Mary Lee Bell. Miss Mabel Marler. Miss Marie Rosa mond, Miss Myrta Harris Miss Helen Ab- bolt. Miss Estele Strickland Miss Leslie Mcintyre Miss Pearl Blackburn, Miss Annie Mae Zimmerman. Miss Annie Lee Horn Mrs Leon Harris, Miss Florence Lewis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Random Notes of Fashionable Affairs
Commencement Programmes of Music Vocal and Instrumental Weddings of Interest in Birmingham Approach ing Events Luncheon Parties
 nouncements- Personal Notes
By MYRTLE MILES

of electing officers. The election resulted as follows. President. Miss Miriam Hos teller; vice president, Miss Annie M. flag gard; secretary, Miss Lulu Bell Dawson; treasurer, Miss Anna Johnston: executive committee, Miss Beryl Rogers and Miss Margaret Alexander: membership com- mlttee Miss Gladys Cox. chairman:
 Lllla Dowell and Miss Jessie Colley; critic, Miss Elizabeth Walker: supervisor, Miss Lynette Bagby; press committee, Miss Mary Duggar, Miss Claudia Har- grove and Miss Wienne knighton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MRS. HOkE'S AFTERNOON
 TEA IS DELIGHTFUL

Mrs. NJ E. Koke was charming hos tess yesterday afternoon, complmenting her mother. Mrs. A. H. Hoke. with beautiful afternoon tea at her pretty home in East Birmingham
 Large quantities of roses and sweet peas of every hue were used in the house decorations. A honeysuelxle punch was served from a prettly festooned table on
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Old Popular Music

I have some old popular music to give to any one who will call for it..
 MRS. c. Y. E." Will the numbers of young people who ask continually for music make a note if this friendly offer, and in writing to me for the music make specific mention of the signature of the donor? It would save much time and labor if correspondents would be more explicit in referring to gifts and requests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
LUNCHEON PARTIES
 AT NEWSPAPER CLUB

Among those noted yesterday at the Newspaper club during the luncheon hour in the cafe were Mrs. Sam Perry, Mrs. J. B. Robinson. Miss Selma Robinson, Mrs. J. D. Monroe, Mrs R. A. McElroy, Mrs A J. Reilley, Mrs. Willard J.. Wheeler, Mrs. Worthington, Mrs. James Hood, Miss Marjorie Simmons, Miss An nie Simmons, Miss Lois Brown of Charleston s. C.; Mrs. Lewis Underwood, Mrs. c. H. Ohme, Mrs. James Brock, Florence; Mrs. Charles Ray, Mrs. R. $. Anderson, Mrs E. l.. Haynes and Mrs. Charles Bowman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
Aiding Bows Library

"The boy F. c. E. makes an appeal for books for library which shall be pleased to help out if you will kindly send me his address. C. E. w
 The address has gone to you by mail. Please accept our hearty acknowledgment for your thoughtful kindness to this one of our boys
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-23
MISS MOSS HONOREE
 AT LUNCHEON

MT and Mrs. Fred Willis entertained a coterie of friends at luncheon yesterday at their home in East Birmingham in honor of their attractive guest, Miss Eunice Moss of Valley Head. Ala.
 A crystal vase of pink roses centered the prettily appointed table, about which were seated Mrs. J. McNeill, Mrs. Samuel Bagley, Mrs. Cora Calvin, Miss Mamie McNeill, Miss Della Douglas Miss Eunice Moss. and MT. and Mrs. Fred Willis.