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The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
DRAMA LEAGUE BULLETIN

The Birmingham center of the Drama League of Ameica is greatly interested in the forthcoming engagement of Rob- ert B. Mantell and his beautiful wife, Genevieve Hamper, at the Jefferson this week, beginning tomorrow evening. Feb ruary 4,' with magnificent production of "The Merchant of Venice
 The week of Shaxespearean repertoire which Mir. Mantell will present includes many of his favorite roles, and lovers of the drama are anticipating 0 feast of intellectual happiness during the engage ment of MT. Mantell at the Jefferson.
 The Drama league has sent out the following bulletin relative to MT. Man tells engagement.
 Drama League of America, Birmingham
 Center:
 The Birmingham center calls your att tention to the coming of Mir. Robert R. Mantell in Shakespearean and classic plays at the Jefferson theatre for one week, commencing Monday, February 4. MT. Mantell while here will give the fol- lowing repertoire;
 Monday night, "The Merchant of Ven ce"; Tuesday night, no performance. but an extra matinee of "Rfchlieu' will be given on Thursday afternoon; Wednes- day matinee, Romeo and Juliet Wednesday night, Hamlet; Thursday matinee, "Rlchleup Thursday night, "Kink Lear: Friday night. Macbeth" Saturday matinee, Merchant of Venice 1. Saturday night. Richard III" Enlosed find four certificates which Mir, Mantell's management has gener- ously arranged with the Jefferson thea tre to allow each member of our center to use at any performance. We would suggest a full representation of the mem bership upon these performances. as MT. ! Mantell is today the only representative of the Shakespearean and classic drama, February 26 Dr. Richard Burton will | lecture at 3:30 D. m. Tutwiler ballroom ! Epelosed are four tickets to each mem Der of the Drama league which carry
 with them special privileges in the matter of admission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
JEWISH ACTIVITY FOR SOLDIERS
 STRIKING FEATURE AT MCCLELLAN
By PATRIOTIC PATRICIA

Anniston, February 2-(SpeciaL 1.-The Jewish citizens of Alabama have entered heart and soul into patriotic endeavors and are serving their country by minis tering not only to the men in uniform of their own faith, but to soldiers of every denomination.
 Gratitude is constantly filling the hearts of the soldier boys for some deed of kindness and generosity manifested by the Jewish people.
 The most brilliant event of the past week was the formal opening of the new rest room for Jewish soldiers. which oc- cured on Wednesday evening.
 The rest room was attractively deco rated for the occasion and talks, music and dancing were among the enjoyable features of the evening.
 Rabbi Newfield and large number of people from the Magic City received a hearty welcome. In his inspiring talk. Rabbi Newfield made the announcement that his congregation had granted him a months leave of absence in order that he might give his services to the Camp Mcclellan soldiers during February.
 The Selma people have been exceed ingly generous in contributing and in pledges to assist in maintaining the rest room. A large delegation from Selma and Gadsden attended the opening. Mir Grossman, welfare worker for the Young Mems Hebrew association, came from Spartanburg, S. C., for the event and made splendid talk
 oI <~$ Camp Mcclellan, told of his interesting work at the camp.
 MT. Neil Sterne, one of Annistons s most brilliant lawyer, made an excellent ad- dress. MT. Sternes mother was one of Anniston's most beloved women The Henrietta Sterne sisterhood, one of the woman's auxiIiaries of the synagogue of this city. is named In honor of Mrs Sterne The three daughters of Mrs. sterne are also most helpful in church, literary and patriotic circles
 Mrs. Leon Ullman is president of the Herietta Sterne sisterhood. MT. and Mrs. Ullman have resided in Anniston since tho earliest days of the city and have ever proven helpful in all of Anniston's good works.
 Mrs Ullman receives every month a box of dainties and literature from
 
 she distributed to the sick soldiers at the base hospital. This week Birming- ham sent two more grafanolas and a pooltable to the rest room.
 Among the chairmen of committees in charge of the rest room are: MT. Jo- seph Saks. Mir Columbus Smith MT. Leon ITllman. NIT. N F. Orv. Mir. Neil Sterne. Mrs. Leon ullman. Mrs. Joseph Saks, Mrs. I. F.. Levi. Miss Celia Held. Mrs. Julius Levi and Mrs. Columbus Smith.
 The rest room has been furnished in most effective way There is large reception room, two dressing rooms and a Mtchenette. fitted with gas stove. china and all conveniences. In the reception room there are plenty of comfortable chairs. piano, grafanolas, writing ta- bles and billiard tables.
 The Jewish soldiers were most enthusi- astic at the opening "Wednesday over the comforts provided for their pleasure and are looking forward with delight to the hospitality that will ever be awaiting them there.
 Nr. ". E. ory is chairman of the en-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03

1 vice to the heroes of the Blue and Gray division has caused scores of soldier boys to call her Little Mother" Scores l Of letters are received by this Little Mother" from mothers from north, south east and west, all filled with gratitude
 for Mrs. Orys interest and loving kind
 ness to boys so far from their own homes and mothers. M
 | A number of dinner parties were en-
 joyed during the past week. One of the
 most unique was dinner given by Capt l w.. A. Meyers at the Camp Mcclellan bakery. Covers were laid for 30 guests who thoroughly enjoyed a taste of camp life. After dinner the visitors were
 shown through the bakery. where 5000
 loaves are baked every day
 On Wednesday evening Capt. Harry Burlington. who recently resigned his commission as commanding officer of Company A.. l1ith engineers. rendered a farewell dinner at the Admission Inn to a | number of his New Jersey friends. C,ap- l tain Burlington left Thursday for New I York city to resume his position as active | vice president of the Burwak Elevator company.
 MT. and Mrs. Joseph M. Bryne, who l'have been visiting their son, Lieut. Jo- seph M. Bryne. .Jr. of the 10tth am- intuition train, entertained several par ties of Jersey boys at dinner at the Ala bama hotel last week. Mir. Bryne is a prominent figure in the. New York stock exchange.
 There are some splendid bachelors
 among the doctors at the base hospital
 A number of Anniston belles were en- (Continued on Page Three)
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MISS>HALL AND MISS
 WESTMORELAND ENTERTAIN

Miss Grace Hall and Miss Evelyn Vest moreland entertained at tea and shower yesterday afternoon at the Tutwller, hororing Miss Lucile Martin, a bride elact, The table was adorned with sweet pcas and the guests included Miss Mar tin Miss Thelma Abernathy, Miss kath- erine Steenhuis. Miss Marjorie Gilmore Miss Marion Lewis, Miss lrlna Moss Mss Valley Young White, Mrs. Charles Never. Miss Elizabeth Coleman. Miss Maxine Norris, Mrs. l. D. Chichester, Jr. Mrs. A. J. Gilmore Mrs. Edward Martin, Ms T. Fl. Simms, Mrs. M. l.. Ward. Mrs w. w. Westmoreland, Miss Mable and Miss Esther Kennedy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
CONCERT AT CABLE HALL.

The Birmingham Conservatory of
 Music will present Mrs Edna GockeI- Gussen in historical recital assisted
 by Miss Beatrice Tate, pianist, and Miss
 Lillian Karpeles and Mir. William Gus sen. violinists. at Cable hall on Thurs
 day afternoon at o'clock The pro- Sramme will be as follows: Early classical. concerto in D minor for three pianos tRach). first time played in Bir- mlngham Classical "Rondo ala Turca" tMozartl; impromptu in R flat i fScnuberD. Romantic (a) Tarantelle | Chopin; eb) Mazurka, G sharp minor tChopin); Co Revolutionary etude ,Chopin); (d) Nocturne, r sharp ma lor tChopin); 6e) Winter Wind etude 1 tChopin); (f) Rhapsody No. [ CLfszt).
 Modern sonata for violin and piano. c
 minoT op, 1s tSjogren). Allegro VI vace. Andante, fIna1e.
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 A charming young matron, who has made many friends since going to Montgomery from Birmingham a few months ago to reside. She was for merly Miss Doris Moughon. Mrs. Claughton will be matron of honor at the marriage of her sister, Miss Mallie Moughon
 Mrs. J. H. Crenshaw. president; Mrs Margaret Booth, first vice president; Mrs F. F. Flowers. second vice president: Miss Carolyn Haralson, third vice presi- dent. Mrs. Hilton Rice, recording secre- tary; Mrs. St. John Naftel, correspond ing secretary; Mrs. Stuart Mackenzie. treasurer. The programmes which are given several evenings week by local talent at the Young Mems Christian as- sociation at Camp Sheridan, continue to give pleasure. and the huts are taxed to their capacity.
 On Tuesday evening at hut 5S over SO men gathered to hear beautiful pro- gramme consisting of violin. vocal and piano selections and readings given by Miss Amelia Pincus Miss Dora Sternfeld Mrs, r. E. Cobb, Miss Daisie Weld, Miss Olivia Kennedy and Miss Rosalie Arm istead Higgins. Wednesday evening at the base hospital an exquisite programme was given by Mrs. Fannie Marks Seibeis Miss Dora Sternfeld Mrs. W. A. Saf- foid Mrs. E., E. Cobb. Miss Olivia Ken nedy and Miss Higgins hundred or more convalescents. about 40 Red Cross nurses and q number of doctors attached to the base hospital filled the room where the concert was given. and enjoyed the programme greatly. The band of the base hospital which is one of the best in the country, also gave a number of selections.
 Adjoining cities are also sending musicians to aid in giving pleasure to the Camp Sheridan soldiers. Miss Annelu Burns, Mrs. Rosa Frantz Har- per and Miss Henrietta Harper accom- panist representing the Selma Music Study club. gave concerts Thursday land Friday evenings at the camp. Mrs. Joseph Brevard Jones, president of the Montgomery Federation of Wonsen's $ clubs, left Wednesday for Weliesles- college, Wellesley. Mass. where she went to attend the meeting of the Graduate council. The main topic for
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
"A CHRONICLE OF DlVlIEI \ nuMARED REDRYALL
TEA PARTIES AT THE
 TIJTWILER YESTERDAY

Miss Agnes Terrell had as her guests Mrs. Owen Perry, Mrs Middleton Farn- well and Mrs. P. Toulmin.
 Mrs c. J. Palmers guests included Msr. Alfred Dow of Boston, Mrs. Fred Dow, Mrs. Harry Coffin and Mrs. Case,
 Miss Mildred Wall had a few friends to meet Mrs. Morris Simons of New Orleans. Her guests were Mrs. Sim mons Miss Irma Blank and Miss Pearl Wall.
 Mrs. LeRoy Percy's guests were Mrs. Matt Murphy, Mrs. Robert Brock, Mrs Roy Knight, Mrs. I. J. Osbun, Mrs. Edward Crawford, Mrs. Benedict. Mrs, W. W. Hazard, Mrs. James L. David son and Mrs. Spier Whitaker.
 Mrs. Joseph Norman had as her guests Mrs. Victor Hanson, Mrs John Yeatman. Mrs. Henry Foster, Mrs. George Watkins and Mrs. M. D. Dew stoe.
 Mrs- M. H. Baldwin's guests in- cluded Mrs. James Watson of Jack sonville, Fla, Miss Nell Rainer of Union Springs, Mrs. W. R. J. Dunn and Miss Elizabeth Locke.
 Mrs. Arthur Moody entertained Mrs, Walter Beasley, Mrs. John Nine. Mrs. Corrie Handley Rice, Mrs. w. w. French and Miss Virginia B. Hand ley.
 Mrs. c. NJ. Blanchard's party in cluded Mrs. Michael Nolen, Mrs. C. Nj. Rudulph. Mrs. Murray, Mrs. T. o. Mel. ton, Mrs. II. J. Wilson, Mrs. Edmund ArneS and Mrs Victor PrOwel1
 Mrs. Arthur Gaines guests were Mrs Arthur Lovelace, Miss Alice Weems of Rome. Ga. and Mrs. Ernest Redd.
 MT. and Mrs. c. c. Snider and their daughter, Mrs. Rush Ivy Moore, were at one table and others having guests were Miss Sarah Phelan, Miss McClain, Mrs. Thomas Kirkpatrick, Mrs. Wal ter Hood. Mrs. J. J. Whitfield Miss Fitzgerald. Mrs. Joseph Settle, Miss Haynes, Miss Jacobs. Mrs. G. l.. Moore Miss Virginia Abbott, Mrs Landsbur- ger, Miss Hallie Cowherd
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03

Formerly Miss Louise Minnis, charming young Montgomery girl, whose marriage to Captain Dawson was an interesting event of December 31. Mrs. Dawson has the distinction of being the first Montgomery gira to wed an officer stationed at Camp Sheridan.
 discussion at this netting will be How College Women May Help to Win the Var and experts from every field will discuss the work that is being done by college women. Mrs. Jones repre- sents the southeast central section She Is vice president at large for tie Ala- bama, Federation of Women's clubs
 The many fineds of Mr. Ralph Simms a former popular young Montgomery man, are congratulating him on the Tact that he has been elected treas- urer of the Bankers Loan and Securi- ties company of New Orleans. where he has made his home for the past two years. MT. Simms. before going to New Orleans, was prominently identified with Montgomerys social and business life and has host of friends who are delighted to learn of his well deserved success.
 Begining with the first of February the famous pianist. Edward Baxter Perry. will be connected for the re- mainder of the year with the piano de- partment of the Woman's college in this city. Mir. Perry needs no intro- duction throughout the south, for he appeared in almost every city of any size within the past few years, Since his appearance here. three years ago he, has been decorated with the Cross of Jerusalem by Prince Guy De I4usiR- nan of Paris, with the title of Cheva- Her De La Meluslne. MT. Perry is now spoken of as Sir Edward Baxter Perry and Is the only American who holds this title.
 Mrs. Henry D. Clayton entertained at beautiful tea Tuesday afternoon from to o'clock in honor of her mother. Mrs Davis of Georgetown. Ky, and her sister, Miss Mary Clayton of Clayton, The lovely suburban home of Judge and Mrs. Clayton was prettily
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
THE RAMBLERS CLUB
 TO ENTERTAIN

The Ratnblers' club, a recently organ ized club, composed of high school boys
 Will give a dance on Wednesday evening at the Piquick club at Woodlawn. About oo0 invitations have been issued to the younger set and the dancing will con- tinue from to 1 o'clock The club offi- cers are as follows; President, Jack Hor- nacy vice president. Fred Hahn; secre- tary, Harry Watkins; treasurer Lee Donaldson; Frank Mcconnell, social sec retary The club members are Jack Hor- nary Fred Hahn Harry Watkins, Lee
 Donaldson, Frank Mcconnell. Clyde
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
FOR MISS SZOLD

The local chapter of the Hadassah will entertain at an informal reception this evening at 4:30 o'clock at the club rooms of the Y. M A S, honoring Miss Henrietta Szold, who is visiting In. the city. All members are urged to attend as we'll as the public. Miss Szold will give an interesting, as well as instructive talk. on the work of this organization
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
FOR A POPULAR BRIDE.ELEcT

Miss Louise Mccormack entertained at tea yesterday at the Tutwiler compile menting Miss Mallie Moughon, who will be married next week to Mr George Nor ris. The table was cenrered with roses and the guests included Mrs. William Hogue of Marion, Mrs. John M Cart wright Mrs. Jelks Cabaniss. Mrs. R. B.
 Watts, rMs. Edward Claughton of Mont gomery Miss Mallie Moughon, Mrs. Will
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
FOR MIR. AND MRS. THURsToN

Mir and Mrs. Elmer c. Thurston enter tained at dinner in their home Friday evening in honor of Mir. and Mrs. How ard Thurston of New York. The guests included Mir and Mrs. II. K. Waters, MT and Mrs. C. A. McGee. MT. and Mrs. w. S. Terry, and Miss Grace Waters.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
MATHEWS DIAL

The announcement of the marriage of Miss Pearl Dial and Sergt. L. E. Mathews, son of Mrs. L. Mathews 22S Grace street. which took place on January 2S, at Columbia, S. C., will city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN

The Council of Jewish Women will hold an open meeting on Sunday evening. February 10. There will be two most in teresting addresses. MT. Arthur Herman Will speak for Hzionism" and MT. Roy Sterne will speak against ''Xionlsm.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
PI PAU IT CLUB
 DANCE POSTPONED

The script dance announced by the Junior chapter of the Pi Pau ri club tor the evening of Tuesday, February l2, at the Phoenix club, for the benefit of the war activities, has been postponed fo Wednesday, evening. February IS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
c. T. CLUB MEETS

Miss Mable Finn entertained the mem- bers of the Q. T. club on Friday after noon at her home The afternoon was spent in knitting and later plate course
 was served to the following: Miss Marthe l Bell Summers, Miss Blanch Green, Miss l Lucille Martin. and Miss Mildred Cum | rinphaln
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
HUNDY-LOWMAN
 WEDDING POSTPONED

The marriage of Miss Annie Lut- ton bowman and the Rev. Thomas Gustave Mundy. which was to have taken place on Wednesday morning at St. Andrews church, has been post poned on account of the continued ill., ness of the bride. The date to be an- nounced later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
MRS. SHANNON TO ENTERTAIN

Mrs Lester shannon will entertain at a miscellaneous shower tomorrow alter noon at her home at Norwood, compli- lnenting Miss Mallie Moughon. bride- elect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
MRS. SMITH ENTERTAINS MISS MOuGHON

Mrs. w. D. Smith entertained q few friends at the Tutwiler yesterday afternoon, complimenting Miss Mallie Moughon, bride elect.
 The guests included Miss Moughon Mrs. John M. Cartwright. rMs Jelks Cabaniss, Mrs. William l.. Hogue of Maj rion, Mrs. Edward Claughton of Mont gomery. Miss Eugenia Byers of Montgorn- cry, Miss Louise Mccormack, Mrs. Will liam Houseal MT. T. O. Smith. Jr.. MT. David Fox, Mir William Moughon and Mir. James Simpson,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
MATTHEWS. FLEMING

The following announcement has been received
 Mrs Ella Steel McElroy announces the marriage of her niece, Lois Elem ing, to MT Theodore DeHone Matthews on Thursday January 31, Birmingham.
 At home after February 15 Terrace Court"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
sEARLs- -HOSTETLER WEDDING

The wedding of Miss Miriam Hostetler and Eieut. epeNyitt Richard Searlesawas solemnized at Simpson Methodist church last evening at 8:3o, o'clock, Dr. w. l. Powell officiating, assisted by the Rev. J. B. Crippen.
 The altar was artistically decorated with palms. ferns and western spruce, a large flag forming the background. beautiful musical programme was
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
TUTwILER MUSIC

The following programme will he rem dered this evening at the Tutwiler ty Wiegand's orchestra, from 6:3O to s;a o'clock:
 salutation, "The star-spangled Ban ner."
 Overture, to "Egmont" (Beethoven). Humoresaue, .'Evolution of Dixie d.ake). A musical tone picture depicting the gradual evolution of Dixie" from the time of the. ceration until 1t IS worked out in grand opera style
 Violin solo, paraphrase, Prize Song Wagner Wilhelm). F. G. Wiegand. Two excerpts from Nut Cracker Suite" (Tschaikowsky): "Danse de la Fee Dragee," .,valse des Fleurs."
 Scenes from odds and Ends" (God- frey).
 .'Berceuse" fGabriel-Marie).
 Entr' Acte. 'sYou Alone" (Eilenberg). Spanish suite La Fete de Seville (MarchettD.
 "Bolero," Sierra Morena,' "Marche des Toreadors."
 America"
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ENGAGEMENTS
.VILSON-HUNTfNGTON

William Smith of Gertrude to Mir Henry Wilson of Montgomery Thurs January IT.
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bit" in furnishing some kind of en- tertainment for those soldiers who are awaiting their orders to go to the front.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
DIR. ARSON AT
 THE SEMINARY

The Louie Compton seminary was hon : ored with a visit from Dr. Stockton Ak son. who is secretary of the National Order of Junior Red Cross. pr. Axson made an impressive talk, in which he told of the relief work the Red Cross is doing in France. Belgium and Rumania. He urged the necessity of the schools joining the order as q unit
 A report was given him of the work already done by the students and teach CTS of the seminary and the promise was made that they would undertake also to assist the Junior Red Cross
 MRS. M'LIN IN ANNISTON
 It will be of interest to the members of the Drama league and others to know of the social side of the or ganization of which Mrs. w. ]. Hood, Mrs. Frank Nelson, Mrs. Kirkman and Mrs. Ross Smith are members of .he social committed Recently they have sent many splendid attraction to camp Mcclellan for the entertainment of the soldiers of that place. One of the most pleasing was recently given bv Mrs. Earle G. McLinn and her ex pression pupils. They gave play en- titled "Three of Kind" and the lead ing parts were taken by Ruth and Leona Lewis. Willie Mae Bumstead Margaret Johns. Virginia Kelse Myrtis Simpson and MT. Paul Watson. Neal Collins gave reading and Miss Mary Frances McLinn a dance number. The men expressed great delight in having the children with them and it is need less to say that their minds at once wondered back to their very own fire side from which they are many miles away Mrs. McI.inn and the Drama league indeed feel very much gratifled with their reception, and the result of the trip and 1t is the hope of the league that each week thev c,- "' the;v
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
FOR MRS. LONGMAN

Miss Lillian Harris entertained a I.yrIc box party yesterday afternoon. compli- menting her sister, Mrs. E, c. Longman of New York; who is her guest. The guests included Mrs. Longman, Miss Stella Mae Orr. Miss Ethel Groos, Miss Sarah Wright. Miss Mary Dugear, Miss Mable Steinmehl, Miss Ruth Harris, Mrs. NJ w Handbury, and Mrs. w. L. Bald win.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
RANDOM NOTES

Mrs. A. F. Maxim, formerly Miss Burlne DeLorne, who is visiting friends in the
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HOuSER-LAMES

James of Lnconton the marriage T. The wedding place Wednesday, January 30.
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LUNCHEON FOR
 MISS YARBROUGH

Mrs. l.. P. Smith entertained at lunch con yesterday at her apartment at the Levert, experimenting Miss Clara Tar brough. a bride-elect. The table was adorned with pink roses and the guests included Miss Marlborough, Miss Martha
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-02-03
DUKE-COKER

MT and Mrs Charles Thomas Coker of Gaden the March 2l the First Methodist church.
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Lovelady. Joe Gillian, William Lee, liar old White. Morel Montgomery. Edwin Austin, Walter Harris and Asa Hoyt.
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FOR MISS MAUGHON

Mrs. Clyde Hardwick and Mrs. Will liam L. Hogue will entertain at bridge on Wednesday afternoon at tho Ridgley complimenting Miss Mallie Moughon, a brideelect
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| Dickinson, Miss Emily Williamson, Miss Annie Lynch, Miss Ina Sheppard, Mrs Charles Brook, Mrs. Frank Gafford Jr., Mrs. Sallie Forshe. Miss Alma Lide, Mrs. Boiling, Mrs. LeRoy Holt. Mrs. M. A, Monahan. Mrs T. A. Lappage, Mrs. ELI wir Ilwin Miss May Davis, Miss Vir- ginia Handley, Mrs. S. E. Yarbrough and Mrs. Corrie Handley Rice.
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liam Moughon and Miss Eugenia Byers of Montgomery
The Monticellonian., 1918-04-12
Keep the Home Fires Burning

torn roads. Through the long, dreary hours, as they wait and watch in the dark, while dangers turk on every hand, their thoughts turn to the homes they have left behind, homes on distant farms, in scattered villages, in great cities, and they see in imagination the pleasant home lights shining out into the night.
The Monticellonian., 1918-04-12

Tonight there will be American
 boys in lonely listening posts far out in the desolation of No Mans Land, American boys in the dark ness and the mud and cold of the trenches under the ceaseless thunder of guns and the scream of shells, American boys tramp ing along the pitch-black, she'll