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The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29
STARK GOES
WAY OVER TOP
IN r. C.. DRIVE

' (OOuCluu6Q ITOm rage LII ~
D. Crosette, Mrs. Albert Koesel, Dr..
-Crosette, Ben Rigler, : May Miller,
Rosie Fleck, Rev. Adelberg, c. c. Hill
and George Kern.
Taylor was taken arr of. by Matt
Ovrum and Herman Leutz, who re-
ported $50 members and $251. Bel
field, under the manipulation of Mrs.
Morris, Mrs. Kerherr and Fl. f:
Hancy, enlisted 1888 members and 1858.
Gladstone reported LIP members, who
contributed $113. The work at this
place was done by Misses Beulah
Brown and Duckhorn. and Claude
Turner. Mrs. Shurtlif showed good
results from Versippi, enlisting thirty
members. Mrs. Norman Malcolm de-
serves great credit for the remarkable
showing at Antelope. That place re-
ported 81 members. Due to the activity
Of George Brown and Father Ambrose
at Schefield Sunday, that section
shows a membership of s3333. AT Dag
lum, Mr.. Eide, Mr.. Buckley and MI.
Rowland secured ~ members. South
Heart is proud of it's showing. 1t re
ported 1876 members. Good work
there was accomplished by Mrs. Ken
nedy and Mr.. Thorkelson. Mr.. Pomer-
anace of Belield slid over to Zenith
and added AZ members to the total
Father Dignam secured every WORKER
at Pittsburg, turning in 70 member.
ships and Mr.. Ferris picked up q
members at Pittsburg.
The city of Dickinson is CREDITED
with 1890 members from the drive
Hard work was accomplished by z
boc+ #nf uor1rers throuphOut III city
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

K,lio,>er Tribune heads a wedding
story "Ouiitely Married" By which
we infer thai the ceremony was a
double-edgeI atfatf.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Foreign languages must not be
spoken inside of post offices, accord
ing to report. Those speaking torelgf
languages should comply with Gov
eminent requirements in this respect
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29
SOME RACONTEUR

r. $40 reward for a man who can beat
Commissioner George Perry telling
stories. Contest open to all comers.-
Belfeld Times.
To which we subscribe an extra 10
bucks-we've heard George tell a few
TOO.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Well, we have this consolation: =
we received anything we didn't want
we can save it till next Christmas
and give it to some one else.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Be sure to write it 1917" as you
have been doing; at least for a few
days, anyhow.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Only three more days till Frailus,
Proving to his friends a bore,
Will be making resolutions,
That he'll. shatter, as of yore.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

case Of small; pox has been dis
covered at Watford and the afflicted
one has been segregated in the pest
house.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Josh Spivens says: TIL Teller with
tn longest legs, can't always jump tn
furtherest.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

The only casualties reported this
season we're those that pocket-books
experienced.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Seems funny that a war tax is now
on marriage licenses.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

We have resolved to make no reso'
lutions for the coming year.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Wedding rings have gone up fifty
per cent. No comment.
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

The saving squad is on the job once
more,
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Did you make others happy?
The Dickinson press., 1917-12-29

Did you forget anybody
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30

of the primary girls. Tho Cradle Roll' song was sung by all After the pro- gramme a social hour was enjoyed and ices were served.
 The Missionary society of the Method ist church met in business session Mon- day at the church. Plans are being made for the booth they expect to have during the fair.
 MT. and Mrs, F. L. Sawyer and little son John have returned from their vaca- ton spent in Pennsylvania.
 Mrs. N. O. Chenault Is at homo after spending a month with relatives at Hous- ton.
 Mrs. Bird Yeager has returned to her home at Centeryille after pleasant visit with Mrs. Walker Mitchell
 Mrs. Harry Sawyer continues Ill at her home
 MT. and Mrs Charles Shook and chill dren are visiting relatives in Tennessee.
 Miss Margaret Tfnman Is in the T. C. I. infirmary
 MT. and Mrs. Sam Caldwell have re- turned from a visit to relatives at Au- burn.
 The Mothers Circle held their regular meeting in the kindergarten room Fri day afternoon. Mrs. Roy Thomas pre- sided. An interesting programme was given, after which refreshments were served.
 Mae Moore was hostess Wednesday to a number of her little friends at the home of her mother, Mrs. Eugene Moore Games were enjoyed and later dainty re- treatments were passed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
EAST LAKE

The members of the Baptist Young Peoples union of the Ruhama Baptist church entertained at the home of Mrs. A. D. Smith Thursday evening" Games and music were enjoyed About 50 guests were present
 Misses Winston entertained for Mr. l.. A. Whetstone, who is In government work in Washington. In contest Miss Mary Lou Bernhard won the prize. Miss Rosalie Walston gave some readings. Twenty-Five young people were invited
 Mrs. M. J. Jackson entertained the members of the Woman's Christian Tenn perance union Tuesday afternoon at her home Officers were elected and Mrs R. H. Walker and Mrs Jackson were elected as delegates to the annual convention in Montgomery.
 An interesting meeting of the Wom- ans Mission union was held at the Ru- hama Baptist church Monday afternoon with Circle in charge. Mrs. J. A. Hem dricks was leader Songs by several young men from Howard college were en- joyed.
 Miss Lois Washington has gone to Coal City, where she will teach this winter.
 Mr. s. A. whetstone, who has been sta toned in Washington for several months, is spending a few days with relatives here.
 Mr. and Mrs D. E. McC1endon have re- turned from a weeks visit in Florida.
 Mrs. w. K. Whetstone, who has been visiting her son in Rockford, has returned home.
 Mrs. Rosa Knox Brown, who has been the guest of Mrs. J. D. Bancroft, has re- turned to her home in Livingston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
CENTRAL PARK

The district meeting of the missionary societies of the Bessemer district met Thursday at the Methodist church. Mrs. Brigman, the district secretary, presided. Reports of the different societies were made and interesting Siid instructive talks were made by the officers of the district society.
 Mrs. w. T. Jones entertained few friends at a spendthe-day party Thurs day at her home. Roses and dahlias were used as decorations. Those enjoy ing the day were: Mrs. J. M. Gilmore, Mrs. A. N. Buckner. Mrs. B. D. Gilmore, Mrs. w. H. Chichester, Mrs Carl Crews and little Miss Margaret Crews.
 fhe Womans Missionary society held an interesting meeting Monday afternoon at the church. Plans were made for the years work.
 There will be preaching at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon at o'clock by Rev. Durant of Pratt City.
 Mrs. Will Reed left Thursday for Col orado to join her husband.
 Mrs. Anderson of Clayton Is visiting her daughter, Mrs. N. l.. Andrews.
 Ruth Andrews has returned from Clay ton where she spent sometime with her grandmother, Mrs Andrews.
 Mr. and Mrs Eli P. Morris and chil- dren have moved to South Fifteenth street
 The Era Study club will meet Wednes- day afternoon with Mrs. W. s. Holoday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
IRONDALE

MT. and Mrs W. l. Rhudy and chil- Mrs. Frank Hih.
 Mr. Webster Rhudy has returned to lrondale after an extensive trip to Kan sas and Oklahoma.
 MT. J. L. Davis is visiting in Colum- bus, Ga
 MT. and Mrs. W. S. Bobo of Fayette are visiting Dr. A. H. Bobo.
 MT. Nathaniel White of Alton Is visit ing his mother, Mrs. J. N. White.
 Mir. A. l.. Davirson, who is employed at Ashville is visiting his family.
 The many friends of Mrs. J. D. Hall Will be glad to learn that she is rapidly recovering from her recent accident
 MT. Lee Beard of Fayette was recent visitor to MT. and Mrs. Lee Caine.
 Mrs A. J. McDanal has returned to Sipsey after a weeks stay with Mrs. E. J. McDanal.
 MT. Charles Bruce of Sipsey Is visiting MT Charles McDanal.
 Mir k. T. Cox, Jr., left for Camp Pike this week to join the army.
 MT Charles Burton of Carbon Hill Is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Robert ZelL
 Mrs. H. F. Wamack of Trussviile is visiting her sister, Mrs. Dave Goodwin.
  relatives in Irondale this week.
 MT. Tom McDana1 of Leeds is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Will Bailey.
 Mrs. Carl Mckinney and Miss Dorothy Daily were joint hostesses on last Tuesday afternoon when they entertained at q miscellaneous shower in honor of Miss Agnes Daly, bride-e elect, at the home of Miss Nola Dill. The house was taste fully decorated in autumn flowers and ferns. Contests and music were enjoyed until Master Maurice Bishop, dressed to represent Cupid, showered the honoree with many beautiful gifts. An ice course was served to about 90 guests.
 The wedding of Miss Agnes Daily and Mir. Eric Dunbar was solemniZed on Wednesday evening at 6:30 o'clock at the Methodist church. Rev. c. c. Dobbs or- ficiating.
 Palms, ferns, white roses added their grace and loveliness to the beautiful and solemn occasion. Preceding the cere- mony MT. w. D. Bishop sang Because" and Mrs. Irwin sang T Love You Truly accompanied by Mrs Carl Mckinney who later played the wedding march.
 Miss Dorothy Daly was maid of honor, little Miss Jennie Mae Reynolds acted as ring bearer, the ushers being MT. Ed Daily and MT. Mcdonald The bride looked exceedingly pretty in a coat suit of dark blue cloth with large black hat Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left on an extensive wed- ding journey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
WEST END

Tho West End Forty-two club met Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs J. c. Suspicion. The rooms were beautifully decorated with cut flowers and ferns. A salad place was served.
 The Young Peoples Missionary society held their regular monthly social Tues day afternoon at the home of Miss Ell lie Nallie. Miss Nallie and Miss Velma Proctor were joint hostesses. The con- test between the two divisions. army and navy, resulted in g tie. An inter- esting programme by several of the members was enjoyed An ice course was served to about IS members and visitors.
 The Chatterers were entertain Thurs day afternoon at the home of Mrs. J. K Kennedy. Music, sewing and chatting were enjoyed. and later an ice course was served to number of guests and club members.
 A temperance medal contest was held Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. J. c. Orr. Two silver medals were awarded by Mrs. H. A. McKinnon upon the decision of the entire adult audience, to Miss Jessie Sue Johnson in voice and Miss Margaret Martin in express sion. The living and dining rooms were attra actively decorated with flags, potted plants and cut flowers, the w. c. T. U. emblem having a prominent place. A social half-hour followed the rendition of the interesting programme. during which refreshments were served.
 Mrs. J. B. Still. who Is a member of the Women's Bible class of the West End Methodist church. enter tained the members of the class and several guests in honor of her birth day. Interesting contests, music and an ice course were enjoyed.
 Mrs S. w. Crabtree announces the birth of little son. whom they have named S. W. Crabtree. Jr.
 Bands 1. and 8 of the West End Baptist church will meet Monday aft ernoon at a Joint meeting in the base ment of the church.
 The Epworth League of the Meth odist church will meet this afternoon in the basement of the church. Miss Mary Thomas will have charge of the programme.
 The woman's Auxiliary of the Vine Street Presbyterian church will meet at the church Monday afternoon at a joint business and social meeting. The w. A. w. circle will be hostess to the other divisions.
 MT. and Mrs. Ernest Haynie and two little daugters. Virginia and Mary Frances. from Louisville. ky, have been recent, guests of relatives in Woodlawn and West End.
 Friends of MT. and Mrs. l.. T. Graves and children and Miss Jennie Colburn will regret to learn that they have moved from West End to Atlanta.
 Mrs. R. c. Long has returned to her home in Chattanooga. after a pleasant visit to Mrs. c. B. Sewers.
 MT. and Mrs. J. O. Woodward and family leave Friday for their future hona in Atlanta
 Mrs. J. R. Miller of Chattanooga, Tenn, arrived Saturday to be tho guest of her sister Mrs. Harry Met calf. on Second avenue.
 Mrs. G., w. Turper. in the absence of MT. Turner. who left Sunday for Camp Pikes is at home with Mrs. w. w. Johnson. on Tuscaloosa avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
FAIRFIELD

The preliminary meeting of the Hypatian Literary club was held with Mrs. c. A. Birk Thursday afternoon. The roll call was answered with vaca- ton expressions. The year books were given out and a general discussion of the years work was in order. The pro- grammes have been revised so that part of each meeting will be given to Red Cross work by the members.
 Miss Myra Batche1der. superintendent of the Graded union of the Birming- ham Sunday School association will address the Sunday school of the Plunket Memorial church this morning at 10 o'clock Her subject will be "Rally Day Work"
 Rev. o. A Chambers will preach his farewell sermon at the Fairfield Methodist church tonight. He will leave tomorrow for Louisa, Ky, where he will begin his new work. Preceding his sermon musical programme will be given.
 The monthly social of the Christian Endeavors was held at the home of Miss Louise DeArman Friday evening. A large number of members and their friends enjoyed the occasion.
 The personnel of the club this year includes Mrs. c. A. Birk, Mrs. Albert Chalmers, Mrs. James Duncan. Mrs w. s. Davis, Mrs. Harry Frohoff GeisIer, Mrs. W. Lewis Griffith, Mrs. Addison Hazen, Mrs. w. s. McCrary, Mrs David Parke, Mrs. c. J. Towers, Mrs. Cicero Roberts, Mrs. John A. Wicker. Mrs Earl Williamson, Mrs. c. c. Whittle and Miss Gertrude McLatchey.
 The following announcement Is of interest to the people of Fairfield. where Miss Dalbey has grown into womanhood and has enjoyed large degree of popularity: MT. and Mrs. Harry Edward Dalbey announce the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
WOODLAWN

The first meeting for the new year of the Astraea club took place Fri day morning in the public library rooms Much interest was displayed III the new year books. which include miscellaneous programmes of studies in modern conditions. This club will bear its part in helping to sustain a hospital unit in France. The subject of Fridays meeting was, Woman and Patriotism" An interesting address was made by Mrs. J. H. Mccoy. Miss Helen Duncan was hostess
 Mrs. W. w. McGowan was hostess Thursday evening to the members Of the Kill Kare Klub. The house was bright with autumn flowers. Progress sive rock was played and at the close of the game an ice course was served. The members present were: Miss Evan geline Williams. Miss Marjorie Nell Ballard, Miss Ruby Childress, Miss Ma rie Love. Miss Alice Ballard, Mrs. Juanita Bowen. MT. Hadaway, MT. p. W. Norris. MT. George Orr. Mrs. Clyde Shepherd, MT. J. M. Ballard. MT. Small ling and MT. McGowan. The next meet : ing will be held with Miss Marie Love.
 Mrs. E. c. Brookes entertained Wednesday at spend -theday party complimenting Mrs. W. P Townsend of Jacksonville, Fla. The luncheon table was bright with yellow flowers. Those who gathered about 1t were: Mrs. W. P. Townsend. Mrs. E. H. New som, Mrs. Asa Faulkner. Mrs. G. H. Irving and Mrs. Brookes.
 The Needlecraft club will meet Thursday with Mrs. T. o. Crane.
 The Womens club will meet Friday morning in the library room.
 The new year books of the Woman's club are completed and will be at the library Monday. where members may call for them.
 The silver tea to be given for the benefit of the Wesley Sunday School
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
BOYLES

The Jefferson Study club was enter tained Thursday afternoon by Mrs B. J. McCallum. After the regular busf- ness hour, contest was enjoyed on How to economize and save dollar to furnish one hospital in France. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in Red Cross work" after which an ice course was served
 The first meeting of the Barton School Improvement association was held Tuesday afternoon at the school An election of officers was held. Pres ident Mrs. Jim Clay; treasurer, Mrs. k IC. Barton; secretary, Miss Agnes Walker. Interesting talks were given on assisting the school in various ways MT. c. R. West, supervisor of this dis trict, urged the people to send their children to school
 The Methodist Ladies Aid society held business meeting at the Method : ist church Monday afternoon.
 The Jefferson Study club will have 8 nd-the-day party and do Red Cross work" at the Red Cross head quarters Thursday, October il.
 The Pastors Helpers club will meet Wednesday evening at 7:45 at the chruch, and members are urged to be present and new members are invited to join.
 Rev M. T. Branham VIII preach at the Baptist church this morning.
 Mrs. Lizzie Russell and Mis- Lila RunseH have returned from a visit to relatives in Prattville.
 MT. and Mrs. H. w. Nunnally are the guests of MT. Nunnally's parents in North Carolina.
 Mrs. Charles Warren and children of Lathrop are the guests of MT. and Mrs. S. M. Parrish.
 Mir. Chester Clifton has returned from short stay in Gadsden.
 Mr. and Mrs. w. Cook are the guests of relatives in Nashville.
 The many friends of Mrs. J. A. Fun derburg, who formerly lived here but now makes her home in Anniston will be glad to know that she Is greatly improved after an operation.
 Mrs. H. B. Talford Is i'll at her home on Fourth avenue.
 Misses Lucille Cowan and Eugenia Cowan of Oneonta are with Mrs. J. Diley for the winter. coming to att tend school here.
 Mrs. M. whi1ford is visiting her sis ter in Indiana.
 Mrs. J. B. Simpson of Nashville Is the guest of relatives here.
 Mrs. Edward Mangrum Is i'll at the infirmary.
 Miss Lucy Knowles has come from Mississippi to spend the winter with Miss Mytle Clay, where she will at tend the Jefferson county high school.
 Mrs. W. F. Tomason is i'll at her home on Second avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
SOCIETY NEWS AND ACTIVITIES TN THE CITY AND SUBURBS

Missionary society of the First Meth odist church has been postponed un- til Thursday afternoon, October 4.
 Mrs s. F. Carroll. who has spent the greater part of the summer in Cherokee county. has returned home.
 Mrs M. B. Mans and daughter, Mil licent, will return this week from a visit to relatives In St. Louis.
 MT Walter Wood has returned to his homo in Chattanooga
 Mir. and Mrs. George Green and fam- fly have moved to Wheeling, w. Va.
 MT and Mrs. Ullman Williams and family have moved to Vicksburg Miss, to make their home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
Combination Knife and Fork

From the Popular Science Monthly.
 Even the ordinary tableware is under going changes and improvements to meet the needs of the soldiers who have been wounded. The latest Ia combination knife and fork which will enable man to eat in comfort without having to call on someone else to cut up his food.
 The knife blade is equipped with bone handle at one end, and at the other it curves up and around and ends in four prongs like those of an ordinary fork. Below the prongs is broad fiat portion slightly dented in. to prevent the food from slipping off. This also serves as a spoon. In reality the implement is a combination of knife, fork and spoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
WILLIAM

Mrs. Will Kemp was hostess the past week at a dinner party at her home. Those enjoying the day were MT. and Mrs. T. R. Kemp, MT. and Mrs. O. c. Hiam, MT. and Mrs. Sam Childers and Mir. John Kemp.
 The Cradle Roll" babies and their mothers of the Methodist church were entertained Saturday afternoon. The fol- lowing programme was given: Music by Mrs. Lamb. Recitation, Jewell Beal; story of Baby Moses was told by one
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30

engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Edith, to MT. Ward McAllister Brundige of Chattanooga, the wedding to take place October 25."
 The departure of Mrs. Groesbeck Walsh to join her husband. who Is
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30

stationed at Norfolk, Va, Is regretted by her large circle of friends. Mrs. Walsh was prominent fin club and civic work and possesses a charming per sonality as well as a brilliant intel lect
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-09-30
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Washington, where they will make their home MT. Walpole Is a prominent busi- ness man and both he and Mrs. Walpole are socially very popular. Mir. Walpole is leaving here to enter government ser vice, having recently been appointed major in the ordnance department. Mir. John Richardson of Montgomery has recently come to Birmingham to make his home and will be with his sis ter, Mrs. W. H. Hackney, at the Gillespy apartments.
 MT. and Mrs. o. F. Graves have re- turned from visit to the southern coast, having recently visited Gulfport, New Orleans, Pass Christian and Biloxi.
 
 Mrs. Katherine Hubbell and her daughter. Estelle. have moved to 1232 South Twentieth street for the win ter.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-02-13
ALL HEADS OF FAMILIES
 EXEMPTED UNDER RULING

WASHINGTON, D. C., Feb. 13.- Treasury department officials ruled that s4,00O exemption from the in- come tax law granted to heads of families applies not only to married persons but to others maintaining de- pendents over whom the exercise fam fly control.
 The original income tax law named as beneficiaries of the s4,000 exemD- tion married men living with their wives and married women living with their husbands. The act of last Sep tember, changing the rates of taxation named heads of families"
 "For this purpose" reads the de- rartment's ruling, "a head of family is held to be a person who actually supports and maintains one or more who are closely connected with him by blood relationship, rela' by marriage, or by adoption and whose right to exercise family control and provide for these depen dent individuals is based upon some moral or legal obligation"
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-02-13
Didn't Scare Him.

Among MT. Carnegie's Scotch stor- ies is one about a caddie of St. An drews. This caddie's wife, so MT. Carnegie's story runs-was much troubled by her husbands loose way of life. He could never have a good day on the links but he must end it with a wet night at the tavern. So, to cure him, the woman lay in wait on the road one evening dressed in a white sheet.
 When her husband appeared on the road she arose from behind a hedge, an awful white figure with outstretch- ed arms.
 "Who the de'il are you?' asked tho tipsy caddie.
 "I'm auld Nick" said the white figure.
 "Gie's yer hand, then.' said the caddy. Pm married tae sister a yours. She'll be waitin' for us tae the hoose, and nae dout she'll mak ye welcome"
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-02-13
FAMOUS MINING PICK
 APPEARS IN MOVIES

A small prospector's pick used by Fannie Ward in the Jesse L. Lasky production, Betty to the Rescue" !" was the one used by MT. and Mrs. Charles Debney while prospecting and when they discovered the famous Mi das copper mine at Valdez, Alaska. This pick was loaned by them to Miss Ward for use in the picture. MT. Debney, who is now a resident of Hol- lywood, accompanied by his wife was prospecting for copper in the heart of the Alaskan mineral district aud it was this pick with which they turn ed over the soil and exposed a large vein of copper. MT. Debney finally sold the mine to a large corporation for $125,
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-02-13
Some Welsh Words.

Welsh is a marvelously expressive language In souvenir guide to Car narvOn there is a list of Welsh rail way stations with their English equiv alents. Here are some of them: Aber- gwynfi, entrance to the place of bliss; Amlwch, a place of frequent expan- sion; Cefn Brynich, the back of the screaking hill; Dowlais, the voice of God, and Llanbister, the manure yard road. There is also one station the name of which runs to fifty-eight let ters. Its meaning is merely, 'The fair church at the pool of the white seagull near the alder grove where the fodder for the oxen is stored in the red barn" And surely teetotalism ought to four ish in country where beer is known as "cwrw."-Pall Mall Gazette.