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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Oklahoma City, April 17.-Except-
ing one or two companies, the state
board of equalization made ten
tative assessments of % per cent in
creases against 241 independent tele-
phone companies in Oklahoma TODAY
The public hearing yesterday brought
several protests, but they were dis
missed.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
BOLSHEVIKI IN ATTACKS
Small Ones Come in the Archange
Region Now.

London, April 1.-THE BoIsheviki
have begun a series of small attacks
on the Archangel front, which are be-
l1eved to be preliminary to an often
sive, the war office announced today.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
messenger Loses $s5, COO.

Chicago, April Thames Dugan,
is years old. a messenger for the
Halsted street bank, was held up and
robbed of s35, 1000 by holdup men near
the bank today. The robbers escaped
in an automobile.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Muskogee. Okla. April 17.-C. B.
Sf2ffer. Chicago, has re-entered his
attack on the cpnstitutionality of the
oklahoma Income tax law. The case,
RECENTLY dismissed in the United States
supreme court because it failed to
name proper defendants. names State
Auditor Carter and Sheriff Bruce, of
Creek county. Shaffer seeks to avoid
payment. of state income taxes as a
non-resident property owner.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Wall St, New York, April 17.-STOCKS--
Tomorrow's holiday served to curtail deal
ings on the stock exchange today but for
the long account. Sales approximated ESQ.,
600 shares.
Leaders shaded moderately in the final
hour but there was none of the precipitate
selling which unsettled yesterdays later
operations. The closing was firm.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

New York, April 7-MONEY-Mercantile
paper, 5A@5 per cent Sterling, 60 day
bills, 4.6A commercial, GO day bills on
banks, 461h; commercial 60 day bill. S.
1914; demand. 4G.64A; cables, 4.65A
Francs, demand, SD; cables. 57S. Mexican
dollars, 7T1ac. Government bonds, easy ::
railroad bonds, steady. Time loans strong !;
GO days, 90 days and months, 51a@5A.
Cali money. firm; high, 534 low. 51a !;
ruling rate 81 closing bid 53; offered at
5A last loan, 51s. Bank acceptances, 49,
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICES
THE Eternal Lamb" Subject of Ser
mon at First Congregational Church.

Special Good Friday services will
be held at the First Congregational
church tomorrow evening at o'clock.
The great passion hymns will be
sung. The choir will render 20
Savior of the World" Miss Rowe
will sing I'm the Hour of Trial. Jesus
Plead for Me-" The subject of the
sermon will be, 1.-The Eternal Lamb"
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
DEATHS AND FUNERALS

The funeral of William Smith. of Grove
who died Tuesday at local hospital. Will
be held Friday from the residence ct Grove
MRS C. H. SEARLE died wedn STAY AZ
her home eight miles southeast of Ten ska
She is survived by her husband. G. Fl
Scare. and three sons. Ralph SearIe and
Howard Searle Of Topeka and Albert
Searle. of Holden. Mo. The funeral ill he
held from the First Presbyterian church
Friday afternoon at O'Clock.
ROY A REPnIE. age %. Died April IL
The funeral will he held SATURDAY af-rr-
noon ut = o'clock from the RESIDENCE us
Wsshburn avenue. Burial in Mt Auburn
cemetery
Lords Flowers Satisfy. Tel s27-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
LOCAL MENTION

Wednesday a news article was
turned in to the Topeka State Journal
announcing the engagement of a
shawnee county young lady to Joseph
Reedy of 2S14 Madison street. The
announcement was published in good
piece of news, but today Reedy in
formed the Topeka State Journal it
was absolutely untrue. 81 wish to
deny this announcement most en-
phatically." Reedy said. Apparent
ly the persons who are responsible for
this announcement know more about
my affairs than 1 do" Reedy says he
knows the young lady who was mem
toned but that their acquaintance
does not warrant an engagement He
believes the article was turned in by
persons wishing to play a trick he
says. Reedy has promised to aid the
Topeka State Journal in every way
possible to ascertain who is respon-
sible for the article
Highest cash price paid for liberty
bonds. John Kleinhans. s22 w. 9Th ST.
ADV.
The Woman's Home Missionary So
ciety of the Euclid Avenue NJ E
church will meet Friday afternoon at
$3.50 with Mrs. A. F. Harrison at III
Mulvane street.
DR., Lyngar, Dentist. 500 Kan. Ave.
ADV.
Another class of 100 candidates will
be initiated into the Elks lodge
Wednesday night. April 80. A pro-
gram of considerable detail is being
arranged for the event.
Safety razor blades sharpened bet
ter than new. 25c-S5c doz. Brunt-
Martin.-Adv.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17
Conference over stIrkc.

New York. April IA conference
for the purpose of seeking to avert the
threatened general strike and COM
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

New York. April 17-Rond c'ose: 31z's
9910; first Is. $3.50: sacopd - s.:5t: fir=t
AZ g. $3.50: second Az. 92.5i; third rs
1854 fourth AS 03t3-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

plete tieup of New York harbor started
this afternoon with Mayor Hylan pre-
siding
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

DR.. Lyngar, Dentist, 500 Kan. Ave
ADV.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Safety razor blades sharpened bet
ter than new. 25c-35c doz. Brunt-
Martin.-Adv.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Lords Flowers Satisfy. Tel. sa7-
Adv.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-04-17

Highest cash price paid for liberty
bonds John Kleinhans. S22 W. 9Th st.
ADV.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
X DEAD SHOT"
 SAYS MINISTER
Black-Draught Given High Praise as a Stomach and Liver Medicine by We'll Known Old Gentle
 man Who Has
 Used It

Mineola- Texas.-The Rev. M. G. Jen- xins retired minister of the M Church South. living in this city. says:
 .I have used Black -Draught as stom- ,h .nd liver medicine. and have never found it's equal.
 Once I suffered for two months with .ramns and pains, tried everything could hear of without avail. but Black Draught was a dead shot"
 am known here and all over the state for my honesty and truthfulness I am IS years old and have used Black Draught for years.
 can highly recommend it to any one a< a liver medicine that has no equal. It ss excellent for stomach, liver and other ailments. I use it for a bad taste in the mouth. headache and other sicknesses +hat come from the disorders of the liver"
 Thedford's Black -Draught is purely vegetable, and acts actively on the bow els. gently stimulating the liver and helping to increase the normal dis charge of bile into the intestines.
 It assists in the digestion of food and relieves constipation in prompt and natural way.
 Try Black -Draught. Buy a package af Black-Draught today.-Ady.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

F1ippen, all of whom are children Of the bride and groom.
 The bride wore a handsome beaded dress of taupe satin and carried bouquet of sunburst roses. She entered with Judge T. o. Garrison, lifelong friend; they were met at the altar by the groom and Gen. J. K. Barton, who acted as best man. These elderly men were dressed in their uniforms, sym bols of a past age.
 The ceremony was read by Rev Stephenson During the reception that followed music was furnished by MT Williams, Mrs. John Yerby, Mrs 5. A. Townsend and an orchestra.
 Punch was served from beautifully appointed table by Miss Flora Nunnal- ly and Mrs Yerby. Later ices and cakes in the form of gold bells and slippers together with the gold and white hints were served.
 Later in the dining room the guests drew favors from the huge wedding cake, which was adorned with gold can dies.
 One of the surprises of the evening was the arrival of MT Nathan Flip pen, the only living brother of the groom, who came unexpectedly. Many splendid gifts were received. The out of town guests were MT. and Mrs. A. M. Gibbs and Mrs. Robert Sta ley of Nashville, Mrs. B.. H. Mcqueen | of Montgimery, Mrs. John Yerby of Tuscaloosa. Mrs. J. w. Flippen and daughter, Miss Daisy F1ippen. of Shef- 1 field. Mr and Mrs. s. l.. Flippen of Jasper, MT. Alfred Grice and MT Albert 1 Baines of Oneonta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
BRILLIANT PAGEANT TO BE STAGED

One of the most elaborate pageants ever attempted in Birmingham will De given on Thursday, May 15, at Rhodes purlx by the School Improvement assocla- tion and the pupils of the Lakeview school
 The setting will be most beautiful one arranged by Mrs. Hubert Scruggs as chairman of decorations. She will be as sisted by Madam Elford, Mrs. A. w. B.. Johnson. Mrs. R. c. McCarty and Mrs. E. F. Goodwin. Mrs. Goodwin is one or the busiest women in the city just no" making thousands of beautiful pink paper roses for the occasion. There will De roses everywhere, Dorothy Perkins and others of pink hue. There Will De an arbor of huge dimension filled with roses and trees entwined with them. Among the handsome greenery which make the lovely background, the orlght colored roses will add great charm. Mrs. Hundley the president of the asso- citation and Mrs. L. w. Jones the genera chairman are being aided by most ex- cellent committees in making the day one of rare beauty and highly entertaining.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
 CELEBRATION

pretty and unusual event took place Monday evening at the home of MT. and Mrs. H. I. Barclay of West End when Mrs. Barclays parents, MT. and Mrs S. A. Flippen celebrated their golden anniversary.
 The lower apartments were thrown togther and lavishly decorated In huckleberry blossoms ferns and cut flowers.
 An improvised altar in the drawing room was formed of ferns vines and flowers. Just before the bridal party entered Mrs. S. A. Townsend sang At Dawning. Little Henry Barclay, Jr., the grandson of the bride and groom, acted as ring bearer, carrying the ring in tiny golden basket; next entered Mrs. Barclay, matron of honor. followed by Mrs. A M. Gibbs and MT J. ". Flp- pen. Mrs. B. H. McQueen and Mir. s. L.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
News of Society and |AcGiiviiG of Wonnem
Rr EMMA REID RYALI

gun company: Mrs. kirkman Jackson N3S Highland avenue.
 Medical detachment: Mrs. Brooks Forbes, 1920 Highland avenue.
 Co B. Abbeville; Allen school, 2l4i Highland avenue.
 Co. c, Pell City: Mrs. J. s. Gillespie 2006 Highland avenue.
 Go. D. Bessemer: Mrs. c. P. Orr, 27Oi Highland avenue.
 Co. E, Albany: Mrs. J. P. Tillman. 2oSS Highland avenue. Co. F, Gadsden: Gen. L. V. Clark, 2S'o Highland avenue.
 Co. G, ozark: Mrs. Wilbur Kelly, 27l7 Highland avenue.
 Co. II, Alexander City: Mrs. Eugene Brown, 29OS Highland avenue. Go. J, Opelika: Mrs Hubert Scruggs' 2S03 Highland avenue.
 Co. K, Birmingham: Mrs. Florence E. Jordan, 2SS4 Highland avenue. Go. L. Alabama City: Mrs. w. s. Brown, 290S Highland avenue.
 Co M, Oxford: Mrs. E. H. Cabaniss' 2251 Highland avenue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

I attribute it all to the blue kiniona from Yokahoma. That's why I'm su- perstitious about it and will never let it go until the last thread is worn out"
 And the pale gray one embroidered in rose color and lined with the same gorgeous tones,'' I asked, whats the significance of that one?'
 "Oh that's my second days dress as it were" she replied prettily, while she added the last bits of make up" to her now perfectly transformed little Japanese face.
 And then she began to show me va- rious other pretty things-and do let me tell you that if you ever happen to go on "a kimona jazz wish you might have been with me yesterday and that you could have seen Miss Bergere's lovely collection
 There one of white satin done in ''cherry lossoms"-especially for Lit tie Cherry Blossom the adorable sketch she's doing, in the cherry blos- soms that evoke poems" from Japan; cherry blossoms that shade from pale pink to crimson-white, cherry blossoms that swirl over the front and around the end at last nestling in a gnarled old tree trunk embroidered on one side.
 Then there's a fuschia kinfona; all bell flowers and heart shaped leaves; and next to it hung a wonderful vel low kimona embroidered in peacock feathers--in four shades of gold. l never saw anything more gorgeously loveiy-like a garment for some "pa- gan temple rite" rather than a prop for a vaudeville artiste's wardrobe. In- deed there was something strangely re- i ligious about it--making one feel that one would be so "honorably insignifi- can't in it.
 l But why try to describe lovely Miss | Bergere and her lovely collection o1 kimonas? I may sum it up by saying | that from the flashing brown eyed woman herself surrounded by dozens of lovely Japanese garments--fron musty gray ones that look not unlike 1 twilight on rice field to the lurit
 blues on Fiji's crest, all opal-tinted an6 1 a blaze of color, and then to the sof 1 white fabriced things embroidered il | blossoms that look like lotos flower 1 with faint yellow hearts--it is wis iona replica-of old Japan-modern | ized-with this dainty little "Japanes' | Lady" as We are wont to call her
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
RANDOM NOTES

Regimental Sergeant Major Joseph Hull sey, of California, arrived yesterday from OverseAl and is the guest of his mother, Mrs. J. A. Hulsey, and his sister, Mrs. Louise Plosser, for a few days. Sergeant Hulsey formerly made his home in Birmingham before going to California and will be cordially greeted by his many friends here who remember him most pleasantly.
 MT. and Mrs. Harry White and MT. and Mrs. Vernon Douglas have recently moved to S01 Thirtieth street, south.
 
 Miss Alta Stoll who has been the guest of Mrs. Harry White and Mrs. Vernon Douglas has returned to her home in Mobile.
 Mrs. James Webb, wife of Captain James Webb of Company K, 167th regiment will arrive today from Montgomery to meet her husband who will arrive with the Rainbow division. She will be the guest of Captain Webb's mother, Mrs w. T. Simmons on Fifteenth avenue. MT. and Mrs. J. D. Rosenberger have returned from a visit to New Orleans and Biloxi
 Mrs. Robert McDavid and little son are the guests of relatives in Knoxville, Tenn.
 i MT. and llrs Thornton Estes have re- gently puurchased home on Ridgepark avenue and will take possession tomor- row.
 1 Mrs Clifford Lamar of Boston, is the 1 guest of her mother, Mrs. A. T. London Mrs. Lamar was lovely Miss Rachae London of this city. l Mrs. Courtney Shropshire and childrer 1 are the guests of relatives in Louisville
 Mrs. Carl Liebold who has spent tht past 10 days in the city with relatives has returned to her home inS Charleston West Virginia
 Miss Virginia Dixon has returned iron Nashville. Miss Caroline Copeland has returne' from visit to friends in Mississippi l
 MT. and Mrs. w. E. Wrye of Tusca
 loosa will be among the out-of- town
 guests at the Wrye-Mead wedding thi
 evening.
 il MT. and Mrs Guy Starbuck and bab are visiting Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Kirl \ for few days at their home in Tus caloosa.
 II Mrs Clarence Porter and littl | daughter, Peggie, are the guests c relatives in Sheffield.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
An Awful Retribution

From T1t-BltS.
 "IIenry,'' said his father-in-law, as he called his daughters spouse into the li- brary and locked the door, you have lived with me now for more than two years.1
 ''Yes, father"
 Tn all that time I haven't asked you penny for board"
 ''No, sir,'' wonderingly.
 "In all your nttle family quarrels l have always taken your part.
 Always, sir"
 'T have even paid some of your bills. :"
 "A good many, father" s.rhen the small favor I am about to asx of yod will no doubt be granted?" Most certainly, sir" Thanks. Then I want you to tell your mother-in-law that those tickets for the supper club dance which she picked up in my .ocm this morning must have acci- G-ntally fallen out of your pocket and wei; call it square
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

The extermination of mosquitos D, Philippines where the government E distributing, free to all who apply foi them, the plans and specifications of q suitable bat roost to harbor the bats. Il is claimed by some observers that this E the most successful scheme of fightins mosquitos that has yet been devised, anj in many localities the pest has been ex- terminated by this means. The presence of the bats is regarded as valuable as set in other directions
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
pI1pILs. RECITAL

The third of series of recitals by pupils of Clara Harper Steele was given at Cable hall As this was practically their first appearance, simplicity was the key note. A well balanced, yet un- pretentious programme was presented.
 The pupils. lovely in their girlish frocks. sang with good style. Especial ly pleasing were Mrs. c. A. Donnelly. Mrs. Fl M Powell, Miss Lona Hubbard. Miss Elizabeth Meriweather. Miss Ellen Dupuy, Miss Bettie Harris and Miss Edith O'Rear. Mrs. Louis D. Newman was at the Piano.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
MISS MEAD IGNORED

Mrs. w. H. Owings entertained at her home yesterday at mlScellaneouS shower in honor of Miss Dorothy Mead, a bride elect. The house was adorned with spriNg blossoms and contest was enjoyed Punch was served dur ing the afternoon and the lovely young guest of honor received may handsome gifts Late in the afternoon salad course was served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
MRS. HUNDLEY BAND

Mrs. Oscar Hundleys band of St. PauPs Catholic church will give an en- tertainment in the ballroom of the Tutwiler on Monday afternoon at S:So o'clock. Mrs. Mary Gillen. one of the souths most talented readers, will give several numbers, and Miss Mary Alice Gattling, pianist, will play.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
FOR MRS. KAUFMAN

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Hogan entertained party of friends last evening at the supper dance at the Tutwiler in honor of Mrs Fred Kaufman of New York, the guest of Dr. and Mrs. David Moore Their guests were Dr. and Mrs. Moore, Mrs Kaufman, MT. and Mrs William Oberhelman, MT. and Mrs. J. G. Whit field and Mir. Louis Schillinger.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
EVENTS OF TODAY

Mrs. E. T. Glass entertains officers and superintendent of departments of the Birmingham Graded union at lunch con today at l o'clock, at her home Mrs. Sidney Hart entertains friends at luncheon at the Tutwier woolley -Danewood wedding in New Orleans
 Birmingham Graded union meets at 10 o'clock at the First Methodist |, church.
 Catholic women of West End meet with Mrs. o. E. Lawrence at 2:SO o'clock at her home at Richards sta ton.
 General Sumter chapter, D. A. R.. meets at o'clock this afternoon at the Southern club.
 Mrs. J. B. Mclntyres dinner this evening for MT. and Mrs. Ryding Mrs. A. r. Londons tea this after noon for Mrs. Clifford Lamar of Bos- ton.
 Miss Massey's dance this evening for Miss Carlton of Atlanta and Miss Jen- nings of Eufaula.
 West End w. c. T. U. will meet to- morrow afternoon at o'clock with Mrs A. Eubank, at 200 Second avenue, Elyton.
 @ N Highland avenue from to o:S' O the day of the .r parade seus of ,.sn sae
 167th regiment homes have been offered to the out of town friends of the soldiers as meeting places and places from which to view the parade These hostess houses have been request ed by the committee on entertainment not to serve refreshments as it would tend +o interfere with traffic and take 100 'irue.
 uses can be reached by the
 ue or Lakeview cars, but
 to go easly street
 nue will be stopped
 list of the homes
 soldiers have been
 company, machine
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
INVITATIONS
 RECEIVED
blowing invitations have been

The following invitations have been issued:
 Mrs Alfred Berry Butler requests the honor of your presence at the mar riage of her sister, Julia Taylor Dane wood. to Sergt. William Preston Wool lev. United states army. on Wednes- day. May ', at high noon. First Pres byterian church, New Orleans. La"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
FOR MIR. AND MRS. RIDING

Mrs. J. B. Mcintyre will entertain at dinner this evening at her home on Nell son avenue in compliment to MT. and Mrs. Herbert Charles Ryding.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
BIRMINGHAM GRADED UNION

One of the most interesting meetings Of the year of the Birmingham Graded union will be held this morning at the First Methodist church, when Dr. James Edward billiard of the Southside Baptist church will be the speaker.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
SOUTHERN CLUB
 DANCE POSTPONED

On account of the activities of the mem bers of the Southern club interest Of the coming of the 167th regiment, the dinner dance planned for this evening has been postponed until later date.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
MRS. LAMAR TO
 RE CONTAMINATED

Mrs. Alexander Troy London will en' tertain a few friends at tea this after noon in honor of her daughter, Mrs Clifford Lamar of Boston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
DANCE FOR VISITORS

Miss Elizabeth Massey will entertain with dance this evening at her home in honor of Miss Maud Carlton of At lanta and Miss Laurie Jennings of Eu- faula who are her guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
FORGET-M E-NOT DAY
 COLLECTION

Birmingham women took an active in terest in the sale of forget-me-nots on Saturday for the benefit of the Belglan babies of which Mrs. Charles Denegre was city chairman The following col lections were made by the corner chair- ard tbair hle 9SSiStantS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
MRS. WINSLOW'S
 LUNCHEON PARTY

Mrs F. B. Winslow will entertain at luncheon tomorrow at the Country club in honor of Mrs. Herbert Charles Ryding, recent bride
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07
MATINEE CLUB TO MEET

Mrs Charles Mills will entertain the members of the Matinee club tomor- row afternoon at her home from to 5 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

THERE'S ONLY ONE WAY to secure satin skin. Apply satin Sk'n
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

Madame Butterfly" Little Cherr, Blossom you will, as the cen tral charming, dominating, appealing figure
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

West End w. c. T. U. will meet to- morrow afternoon at o'clock with Mrs. A. Eubank, at 200 Second avenue Elyton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

MT and Mrs. w. E. Wrye of Tusca loosa will be among the out -of-town- guests at the Wrye-Mead wedding this evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

MT and Mrs Guy Starbuck and baby are visiting Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Kirk for a few days at their home in Tus- caloosa.
 Mrs. Clarence Porter and little daughter, Peggie are the guests of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-05-07

Miss Massey's dance this evening for Miss Carlton of Atlanta and Miss Jen- nings of Eufaula
The Washington times., 1919-01-29
WANTED-MlSCELLANE0US

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