Arizona republican., 1916-12-26
DANCES AND
 DINNERS ARE
 |NNUNERAbLE

Christmas parties and numberIess dinners, dances, both public and pll- vate and a big celebration by the Salvation Army, Apollo and Musl- clans clubs, together with services in several local churches, featured the natal day of the Savior in Phoenix yesterday. Through the good offices of half a score of organizations, every poor man, woman and child Within reach, was amply provided for
 Among the dances last evening were the following: Country club tea dance, Woodmen Circle hall at the Patrick hall and informal affairs at the Rose Tree and School of Music Members of the Arizona club enjoyed a turkey dinner. Music was provided in restaurants, and special spreads were arranged. At all the down town theaters and movie shops, special attention was given to holi- day programs, and every house was Billed 10 capacity.
 The festive season Was not marTed by the rain of the morning, which rendered the air cold and the streets wet, but didn't cool or dampen. any body's spirits to any alarming ex- tent
 A large number of the homes de- corated gaily for Christmas. witn reaths in the windows and many with trees in the parlors.
 The Adams lobby had a real Christ mas world in it's self last night. One thousand people crowded their way into the lobby, bubbling over with the spirit of the occasion. Yule tide cheer made one grand sweep Of the assembly. The poor and needy who proved 8 real cosmopolitan gathering gratefully accepted the help thar was offered by the big hearted Phoeni- clans.
 The poor of the city were well cared for by the local people and there were few who suffered the pangs of poverty yesterday. The offerings of this year far exceeded the donations of previous years.
 The huge Christmas tree was bur dened with presents, toys and goodies Tor the klddies. The tree is the largest that has ever been brought into the city. It was decorated wi.h beautiful Christmas trimmings aod Illuminated with many colors
 Around the tree there Were ton of foods, supplies and fuel. The yi tuals and food supplies will be place in the barracks Of the Salvatiou Army and will be given out as thev arc needed.
 The crowd was so large that was impossible to get standing room. The balcony and even the outstl.- porch were damned with peorle. IT. atmosphere was one of happiness tlas will long be remembered hy ,h.-. present.
 Adiltant Shearer of the Salvatio Army acted as Master of CeremonieS and introduced the friend of tho kid dies, "Old Santa Claus" hims sle When this announcement was mad horn toots, joyful wells and applaus were spilled on the air The rie- generous hearted Santa" was the most popular present with the iuvrn- ile ser. In a brief speech he extended to the youngsters the seasons greet ings.
 The next speaker was announced and the Master of Ceremonies com mented that one of the biggest heart ed men in the city was the sneaker. J. C. Adams Mr. Adams for the past ten years has always been generous contributor to the poor a-l needy and this fact must have been known as it was imrossible for Nr. Adams to speak as the roar of aD- plause that came from the crowd was long and loud. MT. Adams told what great work the Salvation Army is doing.
 The Salvation Army is responsibie for the care of many poverty stricken inhabitants of the city. The mem- bers went around seeking those who were in need and brought joy in the homes of those who have met with calamity. The kettles that were keD4 boiling on the corners of the principal streets of the city were used for a good cause, each little riece of 0lsov that, was dropped into the kettles brought a spark of happiness to some noor unfortunate.
 w. c. Mills furnished d splendid musical program with his S2- piece chorus. The chorus deserves special mention as it was really the hit Of the evening. They were anchored
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