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The Detroit times., 1916-07-06
Too Late.
az DR.. FRANK CRANE
Copyright. 1915. ny Frank Crane)
II is never too late.

III Is never TOO ldle
OF all the fcar-forged lies that shackle
the human spirit one of the cruelest Is
implied in those two words: TOO later
Among souls nothing is irrevocable.
We men and women who are alive lie
about on this earth, little glowing sparks
Of divinity.
There is no rain of circumstances can
put us out. There is no iron heel OF
catastrophe or malice that can cover and
crush us. Nothing can extinguish our
burning but the eXhalatons of our own
despair
If have wasted my youth we'll, have
yet my life, which still can be shaped to
my will If have missed an education
in the proper schools, the school OF days
is always open, the school of spare hours,
Of running time; | will attend, with my
self as master, ndomitable, with myself
as Unsuitable pupil.
What are habits? | made them. can
break them. If it hurts will not whlm-
per will take myself in hand.
All about the walls of my room | will
write: II can. can. can. ] can.
will not weep, nor go with those who
weep. over lost opportunities. For every
opportunity lost | can find ten new ones.
Opportunity does not knock only once
at a mans door That is a sickly fancy.
Opportunities stand in line at my door
every day, crowdng to get in.
Old? My body may be- But my soul
never ages. | will face the wind and
weather till the last. When death comes
he will find me blowing and sowing on.
My self-schoo shall never close. | will
never regard my condition as fixed. l
will be an eternal boy. Every day / will
be improving, learning, in training.
| never expect to grow up. | shall
never be an adult To the end | shall be
adolescent.
Gray hairs are here and there upon
me, but on my souls cheek the young
beard is downy.
My feet are not as fleet as at fifteen.
Je mai pas mes jambes de quinze ans.
Dul my llbtEINN dit % Ilt'AAbic oS +"
young dancing girls legs. my fancies are
swift as the sparrows Of spring, my hopes
rise yet as the mounting lark.
In me burns that unquenchable fire OF
/ Prometheus-life. And life-any life
any smallest fragment Of it-means po-
/ tential force Matter, and the creations
Of matter must give way before it.
81 came from God, am going back
to God, | will have no gap Of death in my
life" said George Macdonald.
Too late? am at the doorstep of in
fnity. Before me is the uncharted ocean.
It's salt scent intoXicates me. feel the
tang of endless adventures.
Too late? Let dogs say it, or horses,
or apes; not man, not me, whose wings
are sprouting.
Too late? When you all gather around
me and are sad, and say it's all over with
him, you will be deceived for all will have
lust begun. For then | shall know the
truth of the deep guess Of the old Greek:
"For what if death I've life, and life be
death -
Too late? Perhaps, for some, but not
for spirits. | am a spirit.
Said Olive Schreiner: at is never too
late for the soul Of man.
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06

baby. II may
mean serious sick.
ness - per h a p >
death for July is
baby's most dan
gerous month.
10 not feed the
baby every time
IL cries no matter
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BY the way:

BY the way:
IN THE CAR THAT WAS on THE
WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD AND
WHICH WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR
THIS TRAGEDY, THEY FOUND TWO
CASES OF BEER AND TWO QUART
BOTTLES OF WHISKY
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COMMITTED.

Wife-You believe in being prepared, don't
you?
Husband certainly do
Wifc-rhen know you'll approve Of my get
ting nv complete outfit for summer before tho
hot weather sets in.-Judge
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Platforms and Props.

No party platform is any stronger
than the personal timber that forms
the props.--Washington Post.
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06
The Keep Well Column
FEEDING.

This month OF all months in tho
year be careful not 20 overfeed
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06

Tresh air will Improve the baby'g
appetite and digestion and make
Tho choohs glow with all signs ot
health
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The Subject is Booze, In
Four Chapters; a Tragedy
In Every One of the Four

Deserted by her husband, the wife OF
John Prishon, in Highland Park, was
managing to get along and support her
two children, by keeping boarders.
1t was some months ago that Prishon
dug out, putting the heavy load on his
wife's shoulders.
A few weeks ago he returned to his
home, on a Sunday, but not to tell the
wife he had regretted his act or to prom
Use to take up the obligations of hus-
band and father where he left off.
The wife was at her work in the
kitchen when Prishon came in.
He drew a revolver from his pocket
and shot his wife dead, with the children
looking on.
Then the children saw the father turn
the revolver on himself; saw flash !;
saw an ugly black and red stain appear
where the bullet entered his body; saw
him stagger and fall near the mother.
Prishon recovered.
In the hospital, when his senses re-
turned, he asked for his wife.
He is in prison now, serving from 20
to 40 years for his act.
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Time may be money to every body
but the loafer.
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06

Neighbors of Mrs. William Sampere,
who lived at No. 165 Casper-ave., had
long pitied her.
They knew she was frequently the vic
tim of brutal husband.
Sampere beat her.
One night the neighbors saw him
drive her from the house.
1t was a cold night in winter and she
was thinly clad.
1t was last week that Sampere came
home and again attacked his wife.
She ran into the yard
Sampere followed her. caught her by
Che arm and dragged her up to the fence.
Holding her helpless with one hand, he
reached into his pocket with the other,
brought out a jack-knife and with 1t
slashed and hacked at his wife's throat
until she fell dead in her tracks.
Then Sampere tried to kill himself
with the knife.
He will recover and will go to prison
for long term of years.
by the way:
WHEN SAMPERE KILLED HIS
WIFE BY CUTTING HER THROAT,
HE WAS DRUNK, ON WHISKY.
Last Sunday two men, with their
wives, were returning in an automobile
from drive to Birmingham.
The newly-paved road from Royal
Oak to Birmingham is very narrow.
Drivers must proceed with the utmost
care to avoid collision.
There is little danger if drivers have
their wits about them.
The driver of the car coming in from
Birmingham looked ahead and saw al
automobile coming against him on tn
wrong side of the road, but reasoned
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The Daily Reminder
TopAy,s ANNIVERSARIES

l7S9--joshua Barney, VINO vas
commodore In the L. ;. navy b,tor,
he was -. born in Baltimore. Died
IN Pittsburgh Dec. l. 1918.
ton OF independence the leadcn sta
tue ~ the king OF England In New
York was made into bullets.
Gen 81 cisir Abandoned TieoSdero-
ga and reiterated through Vermont.
isl6-Ice was formed TO the thick
ness OF common window glass IN
New York and New England.
lsIs-rirst auction sale OF public
lands in Michigan took place in De-
lS3.-Maximil,an. the Inflated en-
peror OF Mexico. born. IN Austria.
Executed at Queretaro June 70, 1867
ISi4--The United states recognized
the Independence OF the Sandwich
Islands.
1S5s-An armistico was agreed on
In the war between France and Aus
iSss-The Earl OF Derby became
premier OF Great Britain for the
s93GMarriage Of Prince George OF
wales lGsorss y and Princess Vie
torla Mary. OF Teck
lsss-Hohson aud hts comrades.
taken prisoners by the Spaniards at
Santiago, were exchanged.
l903-M. Loubet, president OF the
French republic. arrived IN England
on a visit 20 King Edward
lat5--Frank Holt, dynamiter Of tho
capitol AT Washington and who nrcl
n shot at J y Morgan, killed himself
In the Nassau county, y. Y, jail.
ONE YEAR AGO TODAY IN THE
WAR
Germans made Gerce attacks on
Eu stan lines along Raw a.
nf.f.~h reported capture OF more
t,,..rau trcurhr. north - Npres
tt..GlUs bn-Bn severe attack with
I" .i.. "a N'-lr~.
N... ,u,, Joseph Ferdinand ~
trs-.4 pursued Russians northward
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BY the way:
LAPEER WAS DRUNk-drunk on
WHISKY.
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06

BY the way:
IN THE POCKET OF PRISHON'S
COAT. AFTER THE KILLING OF HIS
WIFE, THEY FOUND A HALF
EMPTIED WHISKY BOTTLE.
The Detroit times., 1916-07-06

\ BY the way:
WHEN SAMPERE KILLED HIS
WIFE BY CUTTING HER THROAT,
HE WAS DRUNK, ON WHISKY.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
Joint Department Meeting

Quite pleasing innovation was the joint meeting on Wednesday of the Art and Literature department and the Music department of the Woman's Club.
 The special meeting was held at the Emerson school and the program which was happy combination of the work of the two departments was a particularly pleasing one. Mrs. Frank Curtis opened the program with a splendid instrumental arrangement of Chopin. Following, Mrs. C. o. Lamp land read an exquisite Russian poem on Sorrow" Mrs. Backus next sang beautiful Lithuanian song, inter preting it for her hearers.
 Mrs. H. E. Johnson then gave ex- tracts from some Bohemian poems which gave an insight into their man ner of viewing life and its problems, after which Mrs. Allen entertained the club with some lovely Bohemian songs giving an interpretation of each.
 Mrs. Slipher followed with a review of Russian play, Uncle Vanya." This was most interesting and the paper which she read together with the well-chosen selections from the play itself, brought the entire action most completely before her audience.
 A closing number by Mrs. Backus "a selection from Chopin-completed an altogether interesting program.
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OBITUARY

Gladys Le Favour Hodge, wife of Howard Werner Hodge, now of Flag staff, Arizona, died at the home of her parents, attorney and Mrs. Jos. Le Favour, at Albany, Indiana, of prema- ture child birth, caused by dropsy, November 18th, 1915, age 2S years, 10 months and II days. The young mother passed away after having giv- en birth to twins, girl and a boy, the little girl died few minutes later.
 It is useless to say much concerning the subject of this sketch for most every one in the vicinity of her home town have known her from infancy. She was employed in the Albany post office for number of years, prior to her acceptance of a position in Chi cago three years ago. On April 3d, 1915, she was united in marriage to Howard Werner Hodge; at that time resident of Tonopah, Nevada, by Rev. J. D. Ainsley of the First Con- gregational church of Chicago, III.
 Her life was like an open book, no sacrifice to great to make for her family or her loved ones. In the last weeks of her life her sufferings were great but she bore them patiently and through all her great devotion for her husband were her foremost thoughts. The beauty and depth of her noble character were so evident in her plans for her coming motherhood and her future with her husband. There are few who knew her who can not recall some act of love or kindness and her many friends will never forget the sterling quality of her steady loyal friendship. God called to rest our loved one, whose life was as pure and sweet as the baby daughter she took with her.
 At the time of her death word was received from Flagstaff, that the young husband was confined to his bed dangerously i'll and could not be pre- sent. Beside her husband, she leaves a little son, father, mother, brother and three sisters to mourn their loss CONTRIBUTED
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Federated Supper Enjoyable Affai

Federated Supper Enjoyable Affair
 A happy occasion was the congrega- tional supper held last Friday night in the Presbyterian church. A feel ing of good cheer and fellowship per vaded the air as the guests entered the rooms and were made welcome by the reception committee, Rev, and Mrs. Hambly, Mrs. Mary Coffin and Dr. and Mrs. Blome.
 The well arranged tables held seat ing capacity for one hundred and more and by seven o'clock all were enjoying an appetizing repast fur nished by the ladies of the Fedora ton. After fully satisfying the "in- ner man" Dr. Hambly called the meeting to order and briefly spoke of the various boards of the new organi- zation.
 As toastmaster he next called upon those heading the several committees that will control the Federated church. These responded with much good ad- vice in their neat speeches and fur nished much fun. The Doxology and Benediction closed the very successful affair.
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Mrs. NJ. A. Gavin for City Clerk

Mrs. M. A. Gavin announces her candidacy in this issue for the office of City Clerk and requests to support of her friends in securing that i'm portant city office.
 Mrs. Gavin is pioneer resident of the city, fully capable of performing the duties with satisfaction. She has always taken an enthusiastic interest in the affairs of Flagstaff and is the owner of several residences and other property.
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Baptist Church

Sunday school at 9:45 a. m. Elks hall
 Preaching Sunday evening at 7:30. There will be business conference of the church Sunday morning after Sunday school. Let all the members be present if possible.
 J. W. EPPERLY,'
 Missionary Pastor
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With the Churches
The Federated Church

The Federated Church Sunday School at 9:45 a. m. Clarence D. Thorpe, superintendent. Public worship at 11:00 m. Topic of sermon: "The Cripple Back in Stoney Lonesome, or Doing kidness for Relation Sake"
 Christian Endeavor League at 6:30 p. m.
 Leslie N. Goodding, President. Public worship at 7:30 p. m. Topic: Standing Still or Moving" Midweek service Wednesday eve ming in the Presbyterian church at 7:30 o'clock.
 The public is invited to all these services. A welcome will be extended to stranger and friend.
 REV. THOMAS HAMBLY, Pastor
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

Mir. and Mrs. J. D. Jackson were delightful hosts on last Wednesday evening to the Solo Club. Five tables were at play and royal good time was enjoyed. A most delicious repast was served later to the following club members: MT. and Mrs. E.. M. Brown, Mir. and Mrs. H. Albers, MT. and Mrs. Edgar Hash, Dr and Mrs. P. P. Finn, Mir. and Mrs. H. Nance, Dr. and Mrs. A. F. Switzer, Mir. and Mrs. J. P. Wilson, Dr. and Mrs. Fronske and the guests of the club, MT. and Mrs. w. F. Griffin.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
COMING JANUARY 2S-29-3Oth

COMING JANUARY 28-29-3Oth
 Dr. H. w. Swigert the reliable op- tometrist of The Swigert Bros. Opti- cal Co. Denver. will be in Flagstaff on his regular quarterly visit three days only, Fri. Sat. and Sun. January 28-29 and 30th.
 Take advantage of this visit and have your eyes carefully examined and your glasses fitted satisfactory. Fit ting glasses scientifically and efficient ly is the sole basis upon which your patronage is invited. Your confidence is merited in our record of IA years of capable and conscientious service to our many patrons in Flagstaff and vicinity and the thousands throughout Arizona.
 Note: Swigert Bros. have no representatives or successors, H. w. Swigert makes every visit for l4 years. We will continue visits for years to come,
 WEATHERFORD HOTEL Three days only, Fri. Sat. Sun. Jan.
 2S-29-30th.
 Swigert Bros. Optical Co. 1850 California St. Denver, Colo.
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Shakespeare Club

Another evening with second of Mary Antin's books was enjoyed last Monday evening with Miss Rudd as hostess.
 Mrs. C.. B. Wilson was leader and reviewed "They who knock at our gates" After a splendid review Mrs. Wilson opened up a discussion on the Immigration Problem" which was participated in by all the members.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
Christian Science Society

Corner of San Francisco and Aspen avenue-above Hunters Drug Store.
 Subject: Life.
 Golden Text: John 6:27. Labor not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto ever lasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you.
 All are cordially invited to attend these services.
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Mrs. Martini Surprised and Honored

The laides of the Guild of the Epis- copal church gave a little informal affair Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Martini who leaves on Sunday for California to be gone a period of six months. The ladies sue ceeded in surprising Mrs. Martini who knew nothing of the farewell planned in her honor. A delightful afternoon was spent with a dainty lunch to com plete the arrangements.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

A leap year dance was given by the ladies of Sedona together with the visiting laides on the night of the fifth. There were only twelve couple in attendance owing to the snow and the short time taken to get it up. AL bert Thompson furnished the music on the accordion. At seven o'clock cake was served. At three in the morning the dancers left. All had an enjoyable time.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
INTERESTING EVENTS IN
 THE LOCAL SOCIAL WORLD
By MRS. FRANK N. NOBLE

What more appropriate than a sleigh ride. Those enjoying the affair were Roger Morse, Dolph Treat, Dan Francis, Perry Francis, Dolph Bader and the hostesses, the Misses Mary Francis, Marvine Francis, Mary and Louise Greenlaw and Pearl and Katherine Bader.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

Jesse Bushnell and family were caught in the storm on the mountain while en route from Flagstaff. It is reported that four feet of snow fell at Munds Park where they are de- tained. The storm was general over the state and where usually there is nc snow fall at Sedona, there was con siderably over a foot. This is the third time in sixteen years that snow over three inches has fallen in this vicininty.
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Social Events of the Week

Mrs. c. W. Suit entertained quite delightfully."- last Friday afternoon. The house was prettily decorated with red and green and music from the Victro- la made the time pass pleasantly while the game of five hundred was indulged in by the following guests: Mrs. Bart, Mrs. c. Heiser,. Mrs. Ha- que, Mrs. P. J. Moran, Mrs. Mullen and Mrs. w. F. Griffin.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

William Back left for Beaver Creek on the morning of the third. He will visit his uncle William Back before returning. He expects to be gone about week.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

The snow has been responsible for gay and festive time among the young people.
 Through the courtesy of MT. Me Gonigle seventeen young ladies had a delightful sledding party and after ward repaired to the home of Miss Claire Campbell where hot oyster stew awaited them.
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sEDoNA NEWS NOTES

Bob Boback the cook for the bridge crew resigned Monday and will leave in few days for Los Angeles via Flagstaff.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

Guests for the week at Sedona hotel were Miss Alta Van Deren and Miss Corinne Lambert, Flagstaff; Miss Birdie Owenby, Taylor, Ariz.; Miss Lamport, Sedona; Mir. Robert Babbick, Flagstaff, Claude Randall, Red Rock, Mat B. Watson, Mat H. Matson, Pete Peterson, Louis Anderson, F. L. M. camp.
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On the evening of the 8th of Janu- ary four Swedish lads arrived in Se- dona from the F. L. M. logging camp. They were Louis Anderson, Mat A. Watson, Mat H. Matson and Pete Pe- terson. They started from the camp to inspect the steam skidder located about two miles north of camp. Some one told them that Oak Creek was only miles from camp. They started from the skidder to make their way to Oak Creek. It was 8:30 a. m. when they left the camp for the skidder thence on to Oak Creek six miles away. They skied cheerfully on to Oak Creek arriving at Munds Park at 9:3O a. m. There they talked with the man in charge of the Odell ranch thinking they had arrived at Oak Creek. They were told Oak Creek was yet fifteen miles distant. They found Louis Witherow and Jesse Bushnell at Clay Park. Bushnell was breaking trail with team in an effort to get to Sedona. Again they plunged into the unknown arriving at Sedons at 2 D. m. They were on the road exactly three hours, the balance of the time between the hours of starting and arriving being spent in resting and talking. That means they made 26 miles, two miles to the skidder, two miles return and 22 miles from camp to Sedona in three hours. Quite ] record.
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Reports from Lower Oak Creek and the Verde country, indicate that there was heavier fall of snow than at Sedona. There were several buildings caved in. Among those we learned had fallen, were the buildings of the Oak Creek Canning company and MT Dumas barn at Red Rock. At the Juan Armyo ranch barn caved in killing horse belonging to Manuel Serrano. Several barns on Lower Oak Creek have also suffered. There would have been more buildings in cluded in the list but for vigorous use of the snow shovel.
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Despite the rough weather mail carrier Wallace Willard is making his regular trips. Mir. Willard reports nearly three feet of snow at Indian Gardens.
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The o. N. O. club made merry crowd last Wednesday night as they took in all the pleasures and usual accidents attendant on an old fash toned coasting party. Miss Marvine Francis afterwards was hostess to a Spanish supper which quickly disap- peared before the hungry revelers.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
The New Congressman

At home all day, from sun to sun, The village statesman struts. But when he gets to Washington
 How little ice he cuts.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14

The heavy snows on the mountains have caused many large limbs to break from the trees and some fell on the telephone line temporarily putting it out of commission.
The Coconino sun., 1916-01-14
FLAGSTAFF WOMANS' CLUB
 ELECTS NEW OFFICERS

the dnfludi HeStine VI lne TiaSSeoh Womans Club met in Emerson hall. Previous to this hour the advisory board met in short session to discuss changes in the constitution and by laws. The roll call by the secretary showed slight increase in attendance though this really should be scheduled the most important meeting of the club year.
 The report of the treasurer, cores bonding secretary and recording se- cretary were favorable and were ac- cepted by the club. Next came the reports of the chairman of the various committees, which showed the work done in the various departments and the plans to be further realized before the end of the club year. Next the annual election of officers occupied the attention of the members. Nomina- tions were quickly made while evid- ences of good natured opposition to the various nominees showed an un- usual club fellowship-the petty jeal- ousy often manifested in annual cleo tions being entirely lacking
 The tellers in short time an nounced the result of the balloting.
 President-Mrs. W. F. Griffin.
 1st vice -president-Mrs. H. E. Johnson.
 2nd e-president-Mrs. c. o. Lampland.
 Corresponding secretary-Miss Vir- ginia Loudermilch.
 Recording secretary-Mrs. Frank C.. Curtis.
 Treasurer-Mrs. w. A. Campbell.
 Advisory board-Mrs. Mary Coffin, Mrs. Dan Hogan, Mrs. Thomas Gill.
 The next matter for consideration was the selection of delegates to the state convention of Federated Clubs to be held in Tucson on the 18th, 20th and 21st of the present month.
 Ten delegates were to be selected and the balloting showed the follow ing result.
 Mrs. Colin Campbell.
 Mrs. Agnes Pouthie.
 Mrs. T. c. Frier.
 Mrs. w. F. Griffin.
 Mrs. c. w. Suit.
 Mrs. F. M. Robison.
 Mrs. F. S. Breen.
 Mrs. George Herington.
 Mrs. John Hennessy.
 Mrs. Frank Noble.
 By a unanimous vote of the club, Mrs. E. F. Honn, the president, was elected to also represent the club at the meeting in Tucson. We are to be before the limelight ourselves as a community of some note at this meet ing for paper on "Summering in Flagstaff" is to be presented by Mrs. T. C. Frier
 The meeting adjourned to meet February l2h at 3 o'clock.
 The recently elected officers of the Club do not take office until June first of the current year.
 Department of Home Economies will meet Saturday, January 18th at Emerson school.
 Subject: Evolution of cooking uten- sils.
 Leader: Miss Watkins.
 Demonstrator: Miss Loudermilch.
 The first meeting of the joint mis- sionary societies met at the home of Mrs. H. G. Ehlers last Wednesday afternoon. The topic "Mormonism" proved an interesting one.
 Social Events of the Week
 Mrs. c. W. Suit entertained quite
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On last Thursday evening the young ladies decided it was time to assert themselves in the year especially re- served for them--1916.