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Williams news., 1915-06-17

supply On one occasion the flood was ed and the reservoirs of filtered water were invaded by river water. The consequence was that the supply of water was cut off for three days. Fill tered water is pumped to specially constructed reservoirs on the out skirts of the city. The first one was constructed no less than fifty years ago and the second and third ip 1888. These three reservoirs have d total capacity of 60,000 cubic meters, sufl- cient for four days city supply Of
Williams news., 1915-06-17
Don't Foraet the Apron.

In replenishing your wardrobe don't forget to have at least one gown which can boast of an apron. For instance, on an afternoon gown of green soft taffeta attach a pointed apron of the material, and at the proper places have two little pockets. Have two inch-wide belt at the top of the apron this is to serve as the girdle Of the dress-and let it run off into space in the form of apron strings, which are to be tied in a pert bow.
Williams news., 1915-06-17
Hardly!

The income taxes paid by individu- als have increased so much this year that the indications are that the indi- vidual and corporation tax will not only come up to the original estimate of $8O,00O,O0O, but will probably ex- ceed that amount. That doesn't look as if the country had been suffering seriously from hard times.-Boston Globe.
Williams news., 1915-06-17
One Point of View.

If you don't know just what caused this national prosperity listen to the Republican politicians of Chicago. They are telling you that it is here because MT. Thompson Whoever he isl beat MT Sweitzer (whoever he is) for mayor
Williams news., 1915-06-17

iZing their preconceived ideas of a child of nature, with her 1291z pounds of solid muscle, her splendid vitality, strength and iexuberance of youth. Her cheeks are like ruddy winter apples and her eyes as bright as those of the squirrels in the park.
 Health first of alp is her mothers nursery motto. Plenty of fresh air and an unlimited quantity of an excel lent old-fashioned drink called Adams ale," inside and out. Until Winifred was two years old she had no meat to eat. Unlike most children, she dis liked every form of breakfast food, and her parents, believing what is not pleasant to ones taste is not good for one, never forced these dishes on her. The stomach is very important fac tor in creating happiness. Whether life is worth living or not depends up- on the liver," Mrs Stoner reminded. By keeping the children's stomachs in good order and squeezing their livers' through proper exercise, we can save our offspring from becoming mis- erable dyspeptics who hate the world, themselves included, and who, like La Farge's Man With the Appetite, would gladly give all their wealth for the pleasure of enjoying a meal through | another mans stomach"
 Mrs. Stoner inSists that all children are good when they are fed properly. One of the chief ways to ward off indi- gestion is courtship of the god Cheer while we eat. She doesn't pretend to be a health doctor, and she thinks any mother who follows the simple rules she has observed in the training of Winifred will be rewarded by children as robust.
 | There must be a cheerful atmos- phere, first of all, in the home. l Plenty of fresh air all the time, out of doors whenever the weather per mits. No cradle rocking and no mouth deforming comforter.
 A daily bath, made so attractive that the child will look forward to it as to an adventure. Many a child learns to hate and fear the bath, because some one carelessly put him into too hot or cold water The temperature should always be tested.
 Deep breathing exercises developed Winifred's chest, and she was taught to sing and whistle. Every day she plays ball and takes long walks. A child should be given daily exercise like this to keep down excessive energy. Many mothers think that their children are nervous, when they are simply yearning to throw off ex. | coSsiva energy
 Winifred promises to be quite as ex. traordinary in the latter part of her life as she has been in the beginning
 if her mothers theories continue to
 work successfully. Mrs. Stoner agrees
 with the scientist who recently said
 that the natural lot of mans life should
 be 150 years. He claims that every
 animal but man reaches the allotted
 age of five times the length of time
 it takes to reach maturity. According
 to his observation, the ordinary man is
 not fully mature until he reaches the : thirtieth milestone. Therefore, he should live to be seven score and ten. Winifred's mother regards fear and
 worry as demons. and quotes the aforementioned scientist as authority
 that these two kill off one-half the hu man race before they live fourth o , their allotted years.
 It is an excellent rule for the devel
Williams news., 1915-06-17
ARRANGE FOR WATER SUPPLY
Authorities of City of Montevideo Will Spend Much Money on New
 System of Reservoirs.

In spite of hard times .n Uruguay the Montevideo Water Works com nanv has decided to spend $3OO.ooo Tn making immediate improvements In the system of reservoirs. Three times in the last year floods in the Santa Lucia river, from which the supply IS ohtained. have endangered the city's
Williams news., 1915-06-17

at the back of the arm, extend from the short sleeves.
 The maid of honor wears girdle Of flowers instead of satin and her bodice is draped with lace. All wear wide brimmed hats, bordered with dropping chiffon and trimmed with big roses at the front. All carry baskets with long handles, filled with clusters of small blossoms The handles are adorned with wide ribbon tied in bows with long ends.
Williams news., 1915-06-17
Rank HeresY.

The Globe-Democrat is in danger of having it's party regularity questioned. It says the future of trade looks more encouraging than it has for many uonths.--St. Louis Republic
Williams news., 1915-06-17
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opment of children for the mother to see that no bridges are crossed before they are reached.
 Let not the sun go down upon your wrath" All children should be taught to follow this Biblical bedtime advice. for, taken, it wakes the child up to world In which there is only happi- ness.
 Mrs. Stoner acknowledges her in- debtedness to the late Prof. William James of Harvard for her first ideas of child training. He believed that every child has hidden ideas which can be brought to life through properly di- rected play in the cradle. Instead Of fearing taxation of the baby's mind. Professor James believed that the sooner a child is given mental training the better for him.
 Mrs. Stoner regards nurse play" as the first aid to a mother. Play is the great secret of youth from the cradle to the grave. We all need play to save us from becoming ossified or turning into human icebergs. I won't have anybody teaching in my school" she said, who won't unbend enough to play"
 Mrs. Stoner waxes most enthusiastic when she tells what part imagination plays in her work of teaching. She believes, with a great scientist, that mortals can never know true happi- ness until they make imagination their constant companion.
 Winifred Stoner at twelve is totally lacking in "bigheadedness," her moth CT explains, because she realizes how little she knows compared to what there is to learn in the wide field of knowledge; but as baby she was en- couraged to believe she could do all things her mother could do.
 1 But what about the old things we have heard-child geniuses not pan | ming out? The terrible warnings tsat physicians had down about straining the child's mind and breaking down his intellect?
 | Stuff and nonsense!" Mrs. Stoner exelaims, quoting Prof. James Thom- son of the University of Glasgow. 'I believe child should be educated as soon as it shows an intelligent inter- est in the world, and this education | should be along lines shown by the child's tendencies. It is precisely be- cause the education of children begins too late that they find it hard to learn and strain their minds in the attain ment of knowledge. Let a child get ac- customed to using its mind in early childhood and study will never tax it, but it will be perpetual joy. Doctor Thomson's boys under this system be- came famous men and lived to ripe told age. The elder boy entered Glas-
 gow university at the age of twelve and led his. classes there. He died
 after living three score years end ten, leaving a reputation as great teacher
 and authority on engineering. The
 younger brother did even better. As
 Lord Kelvin of Largs he is known as the greatest of nineteenth century phy-
 sicians and is ranked with Newton and
 Faraday in knowledge of the laws of mature. He lived to be eighty-three. Tt is true that some great men were
 considered dullards at school, because
 they did not take an interest in their
 lessons. but children whose budding
 tendencies have been early recognized
 aud cultivated have rarely failed tp
 show great subsequent development
Williams news., 1915-06-17

water. As the worst flood of last year stopped pumping work at Santa Lucia for three days, it will be seen that the margin was very narrow one. The contemplated improvements will dou- ble the capacity of the reservoirs.- Scientific American
Williams news., 1915-06-17
Cruel Hint.

Cruel Hint. Men of brains live longer than others, they say" Well, if you look at it that way, I don't wonder you're feeling de- spondent."
Williams news., 1915-06-17
YOUNG

HEN Mrs. Winifred Sack NA1 vile Stoner, mother of wv Winifred S a c k vile Stoner, Jr., acknowledged YWWT~0 by scientists and educa- lESESSk tors to be in every re-
 sDect the hest deyelODed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
LET ME TELL YOU YOUI
 FORTUNE FREE
1 Will Reveal Your Past. Present a
 Future Like An Open Book

l want you to let me send you free test reading of your life. I will point ou the way to success, marriage, love, healtf wealth and business affairs. I will opel your eyes by making for you wonderful revelations of past, present and futur and by telling you secret facts know only to yourself. I will prove to you tha psychrometric astrology is an accurat science. It will tell you of changes t come and mistakes to avoid, whethe friends are false or true. It will answe questions about present or future mar riages, divorces friendships, etc. I will tell you what nrofession to follow and how to secure your full measure 0 success and prosperity.
 If you are in trouble, perplexed. or a desire, I want you to let me help you. have taught many the way to success and happiness. A well-known actres says she owes her success to me. fore told the future for a prominent po1iti elan. My system of astrology found fortune for successful business man. will send you full details of these am other cases. What I have done for other I can do for you.
 Send me your full name and address stating whether Mr, Mrs, Miss am exact date of birth, put Pc postage ol your letter and enclose 10c in stamp tnot coin) to cover part expenses O typing, return postage, etc, and I vii send you specially prepared free readins at once. You need not hesitate to write all mail to England is sent in Neutra American Ships. Address plainly Ken meth Ayliffe. Apt. 1152 E. Mansiol House Chambers, London, F. C., England
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
AFTERNOON TEA HAS
 JOINT HOSTESSES

A lovely event of yesterday afternoon was a tea with Mrs. F. J. Blackwood and Mrs. D. J. Ditto as joint hostesses at their home in Norwood.
 The rooms were made bright and at- tractive with Christmas colors, many large ferns and palms being combined
 with holly and red-shaded lights, and in
 the dining room the tables center was
 adorned with basket of Richmond roses
 and the electric dome above was deco
 rated with smilaX and red ribbon to form
 an immense Christmas bell The hints
 and ices were also in the chosen colors.
 At the door, the guests were welcomed
 by Mrs. w. l.. Rosamond, Mrs. Gordon
 Moughon and Mrs. John Foster, and lit
 tie John Foster and Margaret Blackwood
 received their cards. In the drawing room those receiving with the hostesses
 were: Mrs. J. w. Fain, Mrs. John Luns- ford, Mrs. Frank H. May, Mrs. Dave Wood, Mrs. Fred Winter, Mrs o. L.. Roessel, Mrs. L. E. Reynolds, Mrs C.. Bowling, Mrs. John Black, Jr., and Mrs. Herbert Ephgraves.
 Mrs. F.. F. Morgan poured coffee and Mrs. R. B. Robertson tea while Miss Os- sic Blackwood and Miss Mary Allen dipped punch from block of ice in which red and white carnations had been frog en. Others assisting were: Mrs. B. w. Sherrod Mrs. J. B. Burson, Mrs. T. E.. 1 Barham, Mrs. J. r. Ehrnart and Mrs. E. 1 A. Hamilton.
 1 Mrs Blackwood was lovely in silver | gray silk with trimmings and girdle of | gold, and Mrs. Ditto wore costume of l green chenille over cream lace Each of ! the hostesses wore a corsage of pink roses
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
ManonlandndsHolpInQhdl1d
Su Marion Eaddnd

sanitation, and dietetics. The latter in- cludes invalid's cookery, properly balanced diets, and the correct foods for various diseases. Domestic science does not in clude sewing, embroidery, millinery, and designing. These come under domestic arts and are often combined with the science. In fact, 80 per cent of the teach CTS of domestice science are asked to teach the arts as well. And last but far from least, when called upon to preside in her own home, there are no blems for the inexperienced housekeeper to over come. Most schools require two years for the course, and I believe most state col leges have both domestic science and do- nestle art courses. HELEN H. R."
 Tn reply to the request made by Sarah R. for information regarding domestic science. I wish to volunteer the informa- ton that domestic science is not ony practical profession, but a profitable one as well. A few of the fields open to such workers are institutional cooking, dietetic work in hospitals, etc; tearoom manage ment, teaching in public and private schools, social work, lunchroom work in schools, institutional housekeeping. If Sarah R. will communicate with me I will be glad to give her more specific instruc- tions regarding such course.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Ease in Conversation

When in company 1 am always at loss to have something to say. Some years ago I saw advertised a book con cerning this matter. Do you know if there is such book to be had?
 ANNA B.
 l have a hay recollection of having suredly never took the pains to read it. No written or printed formula can teach one how to converse easily. You, like thousands of others, are sufferer from diffidence Without agreeing fully with writers who maintain that this is but an- other form of vanity, I own that it arises in great measure from self-conscious- ness. In the first place, let me caution you against indulging the inclination to avoid the society of your fellow beings. Force yourself to go into company When there, try to think of something which will interest them and not of your self. This is the main secret of victory over diffldence. How is it that you always seem interested in what concerns your associates? That is one secret of your popularity" said woman to an- other more popular in society than her. self. Because I am really interested was the quiet reply q find people very entertaining Try this simple rule and see if you do not find more ito say" You are certain not to bore your com papions if you lead them on to talk of themselves and their avn affairs If you can bring yourself to be really in terested in these you will find words cCme-when they stop talking long enough to listen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
MRS. RYAN HONORS
 MISS MARY CAMERON

To compliment Miss Mary Cameron, whose marriage to Dr, Y. W. Faison of Charlotte N. C., will be solemnized next Wednesday, Mrs. W. W, Ryan enter tained the members of the Thursday Bridge club, and number of additional guests yesterday afternon at her home on Orange avenue.
 Pink and white. roses and ferns were attractively placed in the room where the guests played bridge, and following the game a delicious plate luncheon was served. Miss Cameron was given two ma hogany picture frames and the game prize was a pair of silk hose.
 The following guests were asked to meet Miss Cameron: Mrs. Frank Wood. Mrs. Harden Burke, Mrs. Hubert Moore, Mrs. D. G. Ewing, Mrs. Albert Wade,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Domestic Science Defined

Tn response to query respecting a matter concerning which I am an enthu- siast, I send the following. Cnndense it to accommodate your allotted space. It is not easy for an enthusiast to be brief in dealing with a favorite topic. Domes- tice science means scientific housekeeping in the home There is such demand in the business world for intelligent buyers and housekeepers for public and private institutions that the present course of do- mestic science includes training along these broader lines. The course includes cooking, marketing, household bookkeep- ing. managing servants, laundry work,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
. To Pass Lonely Evenings

T notice that M. H. c. has 'oodles of quilt pieces to give away. As l am in poor health I should be glad to get some of them to pass away the winter even ings. I should be glad to get old maga- zines also, if any one has them to give away. We are too poor to buy any
 MAY R." Even ''oodes' melt under such hot ahd nasty handling as has befallen this SUD- ply of pieces. Not a scrap remains. We are now pleading that somebody else will reveal a horde to our anxious search. The long winter evenings are upon us, and housekeeping women who do not play cards or gossip need substitutes for these ways of passing the dark hours. Do not throw away an inch of calico. gingham, silk or velvet
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Little Girls Want Ribbons

Will you please be so kind as to ask for hair ribbons for my little sister and me to wear to school? There are nine of us in the family and mamma has a pretty hard time to get along.
 ELLEN K" Nine in the family and never hair rib bon! Junior members will please weed their stock of ribbons, smooth out the tumbled and wash the soiled, while send ing to us for the address of the girl who longs to have her little sister and her. self look well at school. The ambition is natural and commendable. Let us en- courage it,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10

The municipal clearing house will be tl center for all forces in communities M Schlacht is anxious that the idea be e2 tended to all parts of the city, but tn advice of bigger and more matufe mind will be followed at present, and Harr will be guided by the advice of his greg friend, Dr. Charles Parkhurst. who sait The best way to do large thing we is to experiment on the initial attempt.
 It was with great pride l pointed the visits of our commissioners to the di' triots of our city, and conceitedly hope that the point of contact here, as well a in Birmingham, will strengthen the bon of fellowship and tend to better undei standing.
 Every social agent in the whole con munity, big or little, should take to heal the words of Harry Schlacnt:
 What l want is results, not fameN'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10

Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Murray Norment
 Mrs. Ager, Mrs William Shumate, Miss
 Margaret Cameron, Miss Gladys Allison,
 Miss Helen Futile. Miss Margaret Pren- dergast. Mrs Claude Estes, Mrs Lewis Underwood, Mrs. Warren Buchanan, Miss Louise Glass, Mrs. Litttleberry Leftwitch, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Howard Holmes and Mrs. C. M. Rudulph
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
MRS. TARRANT ENTERTAINS
 FORTY-TWO CLUB

Yesterday Mrs. G. B. Tarrant was hos tess to the members of the Norwood FortyTwo club at her home, which was prettily decorated with ferns and narcissi. vase of these flowers centering each table and luncheon was served at 1 o'clock, after which forty-two was en- joyed,
 Those participating in the game were: Mrs. Frank Hammond, Mrs. Alex Gibson, Mrs. T. S. Parker, Mrs. w. A. Aber- crombie Mrs. John Lunsford, Mrs. T. J.. Kidd, Mrs. Hugh Ellis, Mrs. Mayfield, Mrs. A. M. Boyer, Mrs. James Burgin, Mrs. H. C. Cowan and Mrs c. H. Krauss.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
THURSDAY BRIDGE CLUB
 HOLDS WEEKLY MEETING

Mrs, E. F. Stovall was hostess at the weekly meeting of the Thursday After noon Bridge club at her home The mem- bers enjoyed an exciting game of auc- tion, and later a dainty refreshment course was served.
 The following members are included in this interesting club: Mrs. Allen Dur ham, Mrs c. M Stanley, Mrs. B. D. Sib- ley, Mrs. Brooks Forbes Mrs. Jack Eaton, Mrs David S. Moore, Mrs. Has kins Williams and the hostess
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Location of NatatOriums

T should be glad if you would let me Know as soon as possible, through the Corner, where swimming tanks are to be found in this city. A. S."
 Consult the city or telephone directory or make inquiry at the headquarters of the Young Mems Christian association. l wish I could be more explicit but. as am obliged to reiterate nearly every day, it would be manifestly improper to give business addresses in the Corner It would soon degenerate into a sort of di- rectory and free ad" agency"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Founder of the Rosebud Club

T saw in the Corner that you ask who was the founder of the Rosebud club I am glad to say I am, the founder. I or ganized it with 15 children on April P, 1915. I am 19 years old and am trying to do all the good I can to keep wayward girls and boys from bad ways. We opened our club with prayer and singing. We have done a great deal of good with some bad children. I thank you for favors you have done for us in the club. We need help We always can use quilt pieces for busy fingers. I hope you will be success ful in your good work MRS. w. B. T."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
JACKSON, MISS.
c. H. MARKHAM SPENDS, DAY IN JACKSON-GOVERN BREWER PARDONS WHITE BOY

Jackson, Miss, December 9.--(Special.) c. H. Markham, president of the Hi nois Central Railroad company. spent the day in Jackson, mingling freely with the business men and citizens generally in an effort to get even better acquainted than he has been for sometime. At 1 p. m, MT. Markham was the guest of honor at a delightful luncheon at the Edwards, same being rendered by E. H. Bradshaw, one of the most successful insurance men in the state, and one of Jackson's livest wires. Covers were laid for 50 guests-all prominent in business and social circles. F. E. Gunter, presi- dent of the Jackson Board of Trade, on MT. Markham, Governor-elect Bilbo and others during the festivities for brief responses to toasts proposed.
 During the afternoon MT. Markham was whisked about over the city and visited several places of interest. and was de- lighted to see so many evidences of growth, thrift and prosperity.
 Governor Brewer has granted a pardon to David Smith, 17-year-old white boy serving life sentence on the charge Of murder and who has been on the convict farm since January. 1914. A pretty Tish- omingo county girl was the innocent cause of the killing. Smith and young man of about his own age, named Bull lard, were rivals for the smiles of the same girl, and on the occasion of the killing Smith had accompanied her to church, both riding horseback. Bullard was also at the little country church. and on the way home, did all he could, according to the testimony, to make him. self obnoxious, worrying Smith and the young lady by riding at their heels, in front of them and all around them. Ar rived at the home of the girl, Bullard also stopped, seeming intent on raising row. Smith saw the girl to her door and returned to the road, telling Bullard he was going to whip him for the way he had acted They walked off few steps, pulled their knives and went at each other. Smith plunged his knife into Bullard's heart. His friends could not induce the jury and the court to see that it was case of self-defense, but the governor has looked at it that way and granted a full pardon on condition of future good conduct. Smith left for home today, accompanied by his attor- ney, MT. Bennett of Iuka.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-10
Q. E. D. CLUB ISSUES
 INVITATIONS TO DANCE

The following interesting cards have been sent out:
 ''The Q. E. p. request the honor of your presence at their Christmas ball Thursday evening, December 23, 19l5 from 9 until ?, Southern club"