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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
TO SHARE
 IN NOTABLE CELEBRATION

The Young Women's Christian asso- citation is preparing to celebrate the hf- tieth anniversary of the organization Of the Y w. C. A. in the United States The whole month of February will be given to this celebration and will be known as jubilee month Fifty years ago. March g. 1866, the first association was organized in Boston; today there are 969. The first association had one paid worker; today there are 1863 employed workers in the United States alone. In the beginning, the educational work done was meager indeed; today the subjects taught Tn the educational classes range from those found on the curriculum of schools from the grammar grade to the university. Fifty-three associations now have swimming pools, and 15,420 girls had lessons last year.
 Mrs. Joseph McLester, president of the local association has appointed Mrs. John B. WealSley chairman of the Bir- mingham jubilee committed, and many Interesting things are scheduled to take place in the association. The programme is as follows:
 February 1, annual meeting of member ship; February ,, g. 4, gymnasium and swimming exhibitions; February 13 a time of rememberance: Our pioneers; Feb, ruary 15, club rally of extension depart n.ent; February IS, members reception; February 1S-March 1, membership cam
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
DANCE FOR YOUNGER
 SET IN NORWOOD

Miss Louise Godbee was hostess at her home on Thirteenth avenue, north, to number of her little friends at a dance last evening, celebrating her thirteenth birthday. Pot plants were used as deco .rations and sandwiches and coffee were served at q late hour.
 The invited list of guests included: Iliz- abeth Turner, Lillie Maud Bell Doris Marler, Evelyn Carter Francis Hood Mary Leone Simpson, Sara Porter, Marie Philips, Kathryn Carter, Elizabeth Phil ips, Frances de Vaus. Kathleen Mont gomery, Sara Frawley, Dorothy Brown, Mary Elizabeth Wilson, Bessie Lee, Emily Frawley, Ethel Harris. Annie Flor ence Parker, Katherine Lawrence Ed die Lou Hill, Louise Wheeler, Florence Harris, Mary Griffin Johns. Meryl Mar tin, Edith Mobley. Lora Rose Oliver; Edgar Roberson, Fred Lee, Palmer Bell. Green Heflin, Emmitt Lanning, Harold Witherspoon, Henry Naff, Gordon Ed wards, Walter Harris, Alex Gibson Ed Rosamond, James Strong, Edward Cum mings, Lloyd Wheeler, Frank McCor- mick, Jack Hornady, Harry Strickland. Lee Hill, Morris Lee. Currey Teague, Eu- gene Holmes, Lewis Strickland, Robert Montgomery, Will Edwards, Linsey Bruce, Joe Long, James Hood, Joe Hous- man, Edwin Bruce, Harry Cole, Vann Otey and Leon Housman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

One interesting party that promises to become a familiar one on succeeding Saturday nights at the club was that com posed of F members of the married set who have organized a dinner club. The personnel of the club is very attractive and promises to make the dinner dances uniformly happy. The members are MT. and Mrs. J. E. Levert, MT. and Mrs. John l.. Kaul, MT. and Mrs. Robert Jemson, Jr., MT. and Mrs. Harold Samson, Mir. and Mrs. Felix Drennen, MT. and Mrs. W. M. Walker.
 Miss Blanche Divine and Miss Grace Murphy were the charming inspiration of one of the larger groups the hosts being MT. and Mrs. Frank H. Crockard who are noted for the delightful way in which they entertain. The tables were beauti- fully adorned with central arrangements ot spring flowers and harmonizing place cards held the names of Miss Divine Miss Murphy, Miss Lydia Eustis Miss Lettie Woods of Charlottesville, Va. Miss Ienora Hassnger. Miss Louise Long, Miss Helen Eubank, MT. and Mrs J. Campbell Maben, MT. John Page, MT FL bert Jemison, MT Richard Murphy, Mr. Richard Bowron. MT. Erskine Ramsay, MT. Val kolb Mir Oscar Underwood Jr. MT. Webb Crawford Jr.. MT. Morris Bush, Mr. Powell Noland, MT H. G. Seibels.
 Mai and Mrs. F. M. Tutwiler were en- tertaining few of their friends to com pliment MT. and Mrs. Vernon Cosby Badham and their tables, too. were ex- quisitely appointed and decorated Those in this party were: Mr. and Mrs Badham MT and Mrs. Henry Lee Badham Mir and Mrs. Jemison, Mrs. Rufus Rhodes Mrs Micajah Woods of Charlottesville. Va, MT. and Mrs. S. J. Bowie, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Kirkpatrick, Mr and Mrs. E. w. Barrett, MT. and Mrs. E. H. Cabaniss MT. $. E. Thompson.
 At nearby table MT. and Mrs. George Morrow, Jr., were entertaining some friends, including among their guests Mr. and Mrs. Paul ChalifouX, MT and Mrs Felton Wifnberly, Mir. and Mrs. Herbert TutWiler, MT. and Mrs. F, M. Tutwiler Jr., and MT. and Mrs. Mercer Barnett
 Mir and Mrs Ed S. Moore had invited a few friends to meet their guest, Miss Jennie Belle Boyden of Knoxville, in- cluding in their hospitality Miss Earlyne Reynolds, MT Houston Brice and MT Ralph Sandman. MT. and Mrs. William Leslie Melton had with them Mr and Mrs Henry Fitts and Judge and Mrs B. Manly Allen were there with their guest, Mrs. Seitz of Philadelphia and Mr. Foster.
 Others noted among those gathered about prettiy appointed tables were Mr and Mrs. R. D. Johnston, Jr and their guest, Miss Cameron, of New York; MT and Mrs. Charles Oscar Locke, Miss Elizabeth Locke, Miss Mary Mott Will Hams, Miss Margaret Moore, Miss Kath- crime Ledb better. Miss Elizabeth Wyman, Miss Augusta Clark, MT. Francis Smith, Mr Sorsby Jemison, MT Meredith Rob- erts, Mr. Alfred Shook, MT. Frank Nor rcw, MT. Robert Malone MT. Robert Chadwick, MT. Jesse Atkins MT. Mason Brown and MT. Evans Dunn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
PROMINENT MEN AND WOMEN
 IN PLAY AIT Y. w. C. A.

A. very unique entertainment in which many prominent men and women will appear will be given next Tuesday evening at the Young Womens Chris tian association. This is the time for the annual meeting of the membership and instead of listening 10 dry statis- tics regarding the work of the past year, a ."playette' will be given called '"rhe Association In Action.' Mrs Robert Jenison, Jr., will take the part of gen. eral secretary; Mrs. James Bowron, the role of house mother: MT. s. J. Bowie, the station master; Miss Dixie Jackson, the spirit of religion. The play is un- der the direction of Miss Leona Plosser, who takes the part of Florence Lee, the girl who seeks comradeshp, and finds it in the association. One hundred and 50 members of the association are in the ast Everyone interested in the work of the Y. w. c. A. is cordially invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
HEADQUARTERS GIVEN
 EOR w q TT IT WORK

MT. F. M Jackson has had the rooms above the Jefferson County Building and Loan association renovated, repa- pered, painted and put in apple pie or der, and has generously turned them over to the state and local Woman $ Christian Temperance unions. It will be used by these splendid and active women as state and local headquar- ters. The members of the organiza tion have been busy the past week getting it furnished and making it home-like and attractive. It is understood the w.. C. T. U will carry on social service work in these pleasing quarters. It will be resting place at noontime for the young women of the city who take their lunches; a cup of tea will be served them in the attractive rest room, and their noon hour may be spent in profitable talk or reading. One of the most attractive features is the audi torium, perfectly equipped This will seat at least 75 people and will be used by them for lectures and a gath ering place for their various civic meetings. Visiting w. c. T. U. through out the state will have cordial wei come here, and are urged to call and rest when making visits or shopping tours to the city. The whole floor has been turned over to the w. C. T. U., which consists of a kitchen, bathroom, torium. Potted plants and dainty white curtains and simple furniture make a most attractive whole. Particularly in viting will be the tea room, which will be furnished with white tables and chairs in keeping with the chosen color of the organization.
 As soon as the w. c. T. U. gets ev- erything in order they will have an opening day when the public may have the pleasure of finding them at home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MISS MORTON SENDS
 OFT CARDS TO FRIENDS

The following cards have been re- ceived by many of the friends of Miss Hattie Norton:
 Miss Hattie Morton at home Satur- day afternoon, February 3. from to o'clock. to meet Miss Mildred Ruth erford Louie Compton Seminary. Please reply"
 Miss Rutherford is active in all work pertaining to the culture of the south and most especially interested in the historical organizations, such as the D. A. R. and U. D. c. She is also very active worker in Y. w. c. A. work.
 Miss Mortons invitations are limit ed to the officers of literary clubs. prominent members of the above men, toned organizations and few inti- mate friends.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MISS SHIELDS IS
 HOGTECS I'D FRIENDS

Miss Frances Shields was hostess to a number of her friends Tuesday even ing at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Anthe.
 The house was decorated with ferns and cut flowers. Several interesting games were played during the evening and prizes given, after which plate course was served Miss Shields guests included: Misses Norma Bradshaw, Mary Barranco, Nell Collins Mary Prince, Annie Wilson, Mercedes Hatton, Mayme Wall. Maude Wright, Louise DePiano Edna Hill, Theresa Barran- co. Lena Knighton, Nettie Buselehner, Villa Mae Shields, Mrs Neil Birch and Mrs Louis Busenlehner, Messrs. Wendell Ellenburg, Henry Weatherly, John B. Robinson, Vernon Ritchey, Thomas Taccone, Peter Boggan, James Mack in, Marion Taccone, Ernest Rogers, Ar thur Hinton. Samuel Clements, Herbert Joyner, Phillip Mullane, George Spen cer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

wearing a beautiful dress of blue net, embroidered in contrasting colored crystal beads and sequins
 MT. Ben Swift and Miss Louise Scar brough, who wore a dress of green taf- feta, combined with tulle and silver lace.
 The list of the invited guests included about 150 members of the younger mar ried set, and a few girls and boys Danc- ing was enjoyed until 12:30.
 Miss Mary Ticllnor was hostess this afternoon at delightful theatre party when she entertained eight friends in honor of Mrs. Richard Massey, of Bir- mingham, who is receiving charming social attentions in Columbus as the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. P. Gordy and Mrs Ben Hurt Hardaway.
 The guests this afternoon were taken to the Springer opera house to see the pictures, and later to the tearoom where they were served with delicious refresh ments. '1.t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
SUNDAY DINNER AT
 THE NEWSPAPER CLUB

The following is the menu which will be enjoyed at the Newspaper club at the table dhote dinner this evening:
 Oysters en Cocktail
 Cream of Asparagus Celery Olives Sweet Relish Broiled Young Chcken-Bacon New Potatoes en Butter-Green Peas Asparagus Tips, French Dressing
 Fruit Sundae
 Almond Layer Cake Neufchatel Cheese
 Almond Layer Cake
 Demi Tasse The musical progremme follows: Loading Up the Mandy Lee (NIar- shalD. 'Estellita" OierberD. 'Ziegfield's Follies of 1915" selection QIirsch). 'NIusidora," intermezzo Qeigh). 'Serenade" (Widor). Two Little Brides (Kerker). "Melodie" (F'riench. The Little Grey Mother" DeCosta).
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
SUNDAY CONCERT AT
 MOTOR AND COUNTRY CLUB

A delightful feature of entertain ment given by the Birmingham Motor and Country club will be the regular Sunday concerts, the first of which will be given this afternoon from 3:30 to 53O o'clock A large number of the members and their friends will motor out for the occasion.
 The programme for this afternoon in- cludes:
 Overture "LaBurlesque" (Suppe).
 Love Waltz (SchutO.
 Pulcinelli (Alotten).
 selection from Chin Chin (CarylD.
 Humoreske (Dvorrk). By the Swanee River (American (Myddleton).
 Eleanor (cello solo) Deppen).
 Danse Orientale (Bizet.
 Meditation from Thais (MasseneD.
 Selection, 'The Only Girl" (HerberO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MRS. MURDOCH IS
 HONORED IN CLAYTON

The Civic Improvement club of Clanton celebrated child labor day Monday at the High School auditorium. nice pro- gramme was arranged, including music, readings and an address by Mrs. w. l.. Murdoch of Birmingham Her plea against child labor was enthusiastically received.
 Mrs. Murdoch was the inspiration of much social attention. While in .Clanton Mrs. N. s. Johnson entertained at beau ticully appointed luncheon in her honor. Red carnations gracefully centered the table and a delicious menu was served. Those invited to partake of Mrs. John sons hospitality were Mrs. F. M. PincS- ard. Mrs. E. B. Deason, Mrs, Hugh Jones, Mrs. w. NJ. Adams, Mrs. w. T. Callen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MISS KENNEDY
 ENTERTAINS CLASS MATES

Miss Margaret Kennedy was hostess Saturday afternoon to the members of the freshman class of the Louie Comp ton seminary. Progressive games were played and the colors of the seminary, blue and white, were carried out in the decorations of narciss, tied with tulle bows. Blue and white hints and an ice course completed the color scheme.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MRS. STEELE TO
 GIVE RECITAL

The following invitation has been re- ceived by many Birmingham people:
 Clara Harper-Steele presents in song recital Mesdame T. c. Cobb, c. M. Mccoy, T. A. Millsom, Misses Ann Faulkner, Etoile White Elizabeth Powers, Donna Hubbard, Tthelynne Chairsell Hayes, Margaret Mohns, Messrs. T. D. Evans, T. E. Gouglock Monday evening, Feb- ruary [, 1916, S:15 o'clock Cable hall"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MISS MARKS LUNCHEON
 FOR MISS HILL

Miss Amelie Hill, the attractive guest of Mrs. D. w. Fucker, Jr., was the in- spiration of a lovely luncheon given yesterday by Miss Jean Marks. Ten fashionably gowned girls and matrons were gathered about the table, which was prettily decorated with spring flowers Miss Marks guests included Miss Hill. Mrs. Gaston Torrance. Miss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
TEA TO BE GIVEN ; FOR CHARITY WORK FRS

Mrs. Charles Roy and Mrs. w. B. Leedy, Jr., will entertains at tea Tuesday, February l. from to 5, for all who have helped in any way the work car ried on in the past year for the benefit of the East Lake orphanage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
SUNDAY MUSICAL
 AT THE TUTWILER

The third Sunday attraction in the series of music&ies arranged by Mrs. J. N. Frazier will take place in the ballroom of the Tutwler this afternoon at o'clock. The artist for this occasion is MT. Ed ward Brigham, dramatic reader and basso profundo, one of the most esteemed of American celebrities His programme follows:
 Ehe Wandefer .................. schubert The Erlking ...................... Schubert
 READING. The Ballad of Judas Iscariot ............
 .......................... Robert Buchanan
 SONGS.
 The Asra ....,.........,....... Rubinsteln Cardinals Song Ga Juive). .Halevy
 EXCAVATIONS WITH MUSIC. Princess of The Morning .....Clark- Ware
 Poem by Joseph I. c. Clark.
 Music by Harriet Ware. An Old Sweetheart of Mine. .Rley-Harrls
 Poem by James Whtcomb Riley
 Music by Leslie Harris. READINGS. Gunsa Din .............. Rudyard Kipling Mercutios Queen Nab Speech (Romeo and JulieD .................. Shakespeare The Bells ............. Edgar Allen Poe SONGS. Oh That We Two Were Maying. Nevin Japanese Death Song Dedicated to Mir. Brigham ...Earl Granston Sharp Wind Song ...........-...-......-.. Rogers Where My Caravan Has Rested ...Lohr Until ............................ Sanderson RECITATION WITH MUSIC. The Rose and the Nightingale....... .......................... w llue-BllSS Story by Oscar Wilde. ,,,l
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MRS. PANkEY HOSTESS
 EOR MRS. YOUNG

One of the many courtesies extended to Mrs R. c. Young of Anniston, the attractive guest of Mrs. Harry Walls
 trum, was a luncheon given yesterday by Mrs. Tom Pankey at the Tutwiler. Covers were laid for six about a cen terpiece of Killarney roses. Mrs. Pan keys guests included Mrs. Young, Mrs. John Maynor, Mrs. R. J. Arnold, Mrs. J. H. Eddy and Mrs. Harry Walstrum.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
NUMBER 269


Mrs Harvey Chandler, Mrs. Sallie Stew art and Mrs. w. l.. Murdoch
 Mrs Pinckard, who is the president Of
 this hourishing club entertained at a re-
 ception in her delightful style for Mrs. Murdoch in the afternoon. The officers
 of this club-Mrs. Callen. vice president; Mrs Hugh Jones' secretary, and Mrs.
 Harvey Fell Chandler treasurer-assist- cd Mrs. Pinckard in receiving. Mrs. Powe
 of Maylene presided at the punch bowl. The ladies were seated in the drawing rooms where Mrs. Murdoch in a very pleasing manner made another address on child labor. About 50 ladies called
 Or Tuesday evening in Clanton Mrs.
 Eric Hart entertained at q, linen shower for Miss Bess VanDeveer, a charming brde-elect. This lovely home was thrown
 open to quite a large crowd Miss Van Deveer was gowned in most becoming pink model and seated in the dining room where she was shoWered by the twins of Dr. and Mrs. Amzi Gowan, dressed as bride and groom. with the
 lovely gifts of linen A delightful salad
 course was served
 MT. and Mrs. Guy Higgins threw open
 the doors of their beautiful home on
 Tuesday night when they entertained about 40 of the married people at a most delightful auction bridge party. Ten
 tables were arranged for the games. after which a lovely salad course was
 served. MT. Victor Heard won the gen tlemens prize and Mrs Dunkin the ladies', lovely cut glass vase. To Mrs. w. K. Mullins fell the consolation prize,
 a corsage bouquet of pink carnations. On Wednesday morning Miss Mary l Curry, one of the lovely attendants of the Richards -VanDeveer bridal party, complmented this much feted bride-elect at a very unique handkerchief shower. Delicious refreshments were served. Mrs. Osmond Middleton was the love- ly hostess to the AZ club on Wednesday evening. Six tables were. arranged for the game of dominoes A most refresh 1 ing ice course was served.
 Mrs. Stanfield entertained at clock dinner Thursday evening Tor Miss Van Deveer and her attendants. An elaborate menu was enjoyed and beautiful hand painted dinner cards marked the places of the guests.
 After the rehearsal Mrs N. S. Johnson entertained the bridal party al a delight- | fully informal reception.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MUSICAL TO BE
 GIVEN AT WEST END

A musical will be given Friday night at clock at the home of Mrs. c. C. Lewis 200 Vine street, by Mrs. Hoppers S band for the benefit of West End Meth odist church. A good programme has been arranged, and refreshments will be served A full attendance is desired.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
ATHLETIC CLUB TO
 GIVE MATINEE DANCE

inee dance Saturday evening, Febru- ary from to 2 o'clock. The re- turns from the Athletic club-Atlanta game will be given during the dance
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
DEL EG ATES TO TWELFTH
 CHILD LABOR CONFERENCE

Among those whom Governor Hendef- Non has appointed to go to Asheville. N. a. as delegates to the twelfth annual conference on child labor from Alabama
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MRS. ABERNATHY
 TO BE CLUB HOSTESS

The Wednesday Luncheon Auction club will meet Wednesday with Mrs. T. $. Abernathy at her home on Norwood boulevard.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
DR. LOSEY TO GIVE
 SERIES OF LECTURES

Plans are being made to have pr. Frederick Losey of the University of Alabama to give series of lectures and readings from Shakespeare's dramas
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
MRS. LIGHTNER HOSTESS TO
 WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON CLUB

Mrs. D. D. Lightner will entertain the Wednesday Luncheon Bridge club on Tuesday at the Southern club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
SOCIETY TO DANCE FOR
 BENEFIT OF BOYS CLUB

The South Highland chapter of the Boys club will give benefit leap year dance on Monday, February z.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

paign; March 5, fiftieth anniversary serv ice; March 5-19, Bible readings by Miss Ejinor Stafford Millar
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

Othello, Macbeth and King Lear will , be the selections to be given A later.
 announcement will be made regarding |the date.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
BOULEVARD
 FRIDAY NIGHT CLUB

The Friday Night club will meet with | Mrs. John Wood
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
By RUTH E. GAUDIN

BIRMINGHAM is having Country club that is accessible For several is becoming more and more popular ea
  diversion nights always exceedingly
  hon decLed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

son, is one of the forces in this part of the clubs work So Birmingham talent is doing a deal to make the University Glee club retain it's high position as the leading musical organization of the college type in the south.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

Emily Miller, Miss Amelia Worthington, Mrs Robert John McGavock Mrs. D..
 w. Fucker, Mrs. Marks and, Miss Marks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
.Jones-JOnes

Jones-Jones AnnieL Alice King of marriage to take place  Andrews-McGowen the
  thew weddng % b Abernathy-Burns Burns of their daughter Abbott-Ratcliff their daughter Ma O o
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

Blrmingham's Smart World Lunches and Dimes and Dances at the Clubs; M any Charming Courtesies Are Planned for Visitors Interesting Engagements Announced; Fashionable Arrangements for the Con- ing Week; What Is Planned in the World of Clubs
 lcnts; Personal Notes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

Story by Oscar Wilde. Music by Paul Bliss.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
Abernathy- y-Burns
Abbott-Ratcliff

pr. and Mrs. w. A. Burns anr Kathleen, to MT. John P. Aftermath
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30
AndreWs-McGowen

MT. and Mrs. William Easley M of their daughter, Lucille, to MT. the wedding to be announced later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-30

MT. and Mrs. J. M. Ratcliff announce bel. to Mr. Robert Harrison Abbott, the , wedding to take place Februafy
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-11-07

u y i Il Il 4
VIM rexch ten pounds normally at eight
months and can DO pushed to twelve
and fourteen pounds under favorable
conditions.
EGGS are problem on evefy farm,
and here the Light Hrahma shines dur.
ing those winter months when every
other Observation-Disclosures specially
constructed quarters II eggs are to be
forthcoming, This breed does not re,
quire pampering and apparently the
less Of 1t they. have the more eggs they
lay. Their small pea combs are imper,
vious to the coolest weather, aud their
mammoth frames, well covered and
cushioned with an abundance of feathr
ers, are ideally built for withstanding
cold weather.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-11-07
POULTRY
ana EGGS
A WORD FOR BRAHMAS.

Profitable Farm Bird Both For E0os
and Market Purposes.
For the average farmer there Is more
money In roasters than In broilers be-
cause once past the broiler stage the
mortality Is exceedingly small. writes
Fl. G. Wood. secretary Light Brahma
club. Consequently the cost Of pro-
duction and raising to the rooster
stage as compared with the increased
price the roasters bring should normal
~ show a greater profit than there Is
In marketing broilers when We take
into consideration the mortality and