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The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
RIDDLE-STEELE WEDDING IN HUNTSVILLE

The following account of the Riddle Steele wedding which occurred on Tues day evening in Huntsville will be of interest to many friends of the young bride who has frequently visited MT. and Mrs. N. L. Steele of this city.
 Amid a beautiful setting of palms, ferns and yellow dahlias, a wedding of wide interest, because of the relation ship and popularity of the constructing parties, was the marriage of Miss Kath- crime Steele of this city and MT. Harry Riddle of Madison.
 Previous to the bridal entry, the pre- nuptial Nusic was rendered by Mrs. Fred Howe, Jr., at the organ, and Mrs. Byrnes Kelly, who sweetly sang The Secret" and MT. Charles Batson "Un- til" The bridal party, who entered in the following order MT. Walter Kelly o< this city, and Mir. Sam Bro nough of Madison. as the groomsmen, and Misses Marjorie Booth and Helen Wynn as brides maids, who were lovely in afternoon gowns of blue charmouse, trimmed in metallic lace, and each wearing a black picture hat, with bouquet of yellow chrysanthemums.
 MT. Charles Batson of Bessemer, and MT. o. D. Street of Guntersville, were the next groomsmen. and on the op- posite, the matron of honor, Mrs. Gordon Anderson. a sister of the pretty bride, wore rich black satin gown and car ried a huge bouquet of yellow chry- santhemums, and the maid of honor, Miss Lorine Wilson of Chattanooga, who was a vision of lovliness in a pink taffeta and black picture hat.
 The bride, who never looked sweet CT, was handsomely dressed in tinsel- toned tailored suit, and wore a small
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
FOUNTAIN HEIGHTS
 LEAGUE ENTERTAINED

Members of the Fountain Heights league were entertained at a social Tues day evening by Miss Minnie Estelle Wat kins at the home of her father, the Rev. George Watkins, on Fountain Heights.
 The house was beautifully decorated with palms, potted plants and cut flow CTS.
 A musical programme was given by Miss Minnie Watkins, piano; Miss Rosa lie Weaver, vocal solos, and MT. R. G. Reeves, violin.
 Punch was served by Miss Inez Wat kins and Miss Sarah Graves and later refreshments were served to: Misses Mathews Weaver, Garner, Pledger, Wright, Stephenson. Rush, Davidson, Ruffner, Gilmore, Minnie and Inez Wat kins; Messrs. Carr, Mathews, Broomall, Clements Graves, Garner, Holmes, Alp bolt, Warren T., Easley Da. Malcolm M. and John Watkins, R. G. Reeves and w. c. Echols.
 The officers of this league are: VII liam G. Echols, pastor; H. w Cannon, president; Malcolm M. Watkins, vice president; Ida Dale Daviston, secretary Tom Watkins, superintendent first de- partment: Miss Ethel Locke, second de- partment; Mrs E. J. Knight, third de- partment; MT. o. B. Hays, fourth de- partment; Nyal Broomall, era agent; Miss Minnie Watkins, piano. The Fountain Heights league has been awarded the Birmingham city union at tendance banner at the last two month ly mass meetings, and they challenge any league in the district to take it from them at the next mass meeting, which is to be held at Fairfield on Tuesday evening, October 14
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

of the Sixth South Carolina district, who died suddenly in this city on July 23, was caused by them, and that "the long arm of the society CThe Bergia) will soon reach MT. Byrnes.
 There were also anonymous communi- cations received by MT. Byrnes today which have been laid before the United States department of justice.
 Among these was the following: When you southern M. C. begin to writhe and squirm it shows the shaft has sunk deeply. When you depart from the straight path of legislation then your names go on the list of the prescribed
 "Ragsdale became obnoxious, and the long arm of the society reached out and clutched him. An accommodating doc tor certified heart failure
 ''The shadow of the society is hover ing over you, and if it descends and en- velops you there will be another vacancy in a South Canolina district. One big four alliance sits at Paris; another sits elsewhere: you southerners initiated the terror and terror it shall be. Your gage has been picked up'
 MT Ragsdale died about the time of the recent race riots in Washington un- der peculiar circumstances. From the best that has ever been learned he visited the offices of his Washington physician and while seated in chair suddenly ex- pired The coroner of the District of Co., lumba held an autopsy and rendered verdict that the deceased came to his death from acute dilation of the heart. It was just about the same time that MT Byrnes made vitriolic speech on the floor of the House on the negro ques- ton. Shortly after his speech he began to receive many insulting letters from anonymous writers throughout the coun- try, and although they threatened to ''get even with him." none of them went quite so far as to say that he would re- ceive the same measure of treatment as that which the "society'' had just noted out to his colleague,s=the late Congress- man Ragsdale MT. Byrnes took the mat ter before the government authorities and it is understood that secret service men have been on the trail of this annony- nous writers. and that some of them may be landed behind the bars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
MOSKOVITS-FULLMAN
 MARRIAGE

The marriage of Miss Mary Pullman of this city and MT. Harry Moskovits of Boiling Green, Ky, took place on Tues day evening at the home of of the bride S aunt, Mrs Sam Ginsberg, and MT. Gins
 berg, on South Central street The cere- mony was performed by Rabbi Newfield and Rabbi Mendelssohn and was wit
 messed by number of friends and rela- tives.
 The house was made attractive with ferns and palms combined with pink blos- scms Miss Fannie Levy at the piano and Mir Jake Levy, violin, played the wedding march.
 Miss Mollie Weinstein was the maid or honor, and wore a dress of blue satin- The bride entered with her aunt, Mrs. Ginsberg, by whom she was given in marriage She wore a gown of mid night blue and tan georgette crepe with picture hat of black. Her flowers were white roses. Mrs. Ginsberg wore gold georgette over brown. Little Miss Lillian Ginsberg was the flower girl, and wore
 dainty white frock and carried bas- ket of roses MT. Moskovits was attend ed by MT Sidney Moskovits as best man. After the ceremony an informal recep- ton was held and about 125 guests were , included in the hospitality.
 I The bride and groom left at once for a wedding trip, going to New orleans, and upon their return will make tneir i home in Calera.
 The out-of-town guests included Mrs. 1 Arenowitch and Miss Anna Grenowitch
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
SOCIAL AND CLUE NEWS AND A CTIVTIES OF WOMB

soon as I arrived here has put me in position to know a great many of the representative citizens right away.
 "So many people ask me what effect the war has had upon the theatrical business" Mir. Crosbie said, "and I am delighted to say that it has had a very good effect dpon It. the soldiers became quite used to entertainment provided by the entertainment sections of the va rio1s welfare organizations, as we'll as the stage people themselves, many of the most noted stars in America, both in vaudeville and the legitimate drama, giv- ing up their profession curing the war period and offering their talent and ser vices to the soldiers. This created de- mand for good shows among our re- turned men who appreciate the theatre more than they ever did before.
 Another tremendous factor in the sue cess of the theatre is prohibition" said Mr Crosbie "The men who spent their time and money in the bar-rooms now at tend the theatre; they have money enough to buy theatre tickets with and they spend it generously on good shows.
 And speaking of good shows" Mir. Crosbie continued, the policy of the Lyric is to give the best vaudeville which can be secured. 'Headliners' and acts which are finished and clever will be provided and the coming months will bring to our large clientele here vaunde- vile of the highest order and the most refined tyDe''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
FEELING REFERENCES
 TO CONGRESSMAN BURNETT

Washington, October 9.-(Special.)-ln course of a running debate based on the recent campaign in the Seventh Alabama district, spokesmen of both the democrat ic and republican parties expressed high praise of the late Representative Bur nett.
 In introducing his remarks, Represen- tative Hef1in of Alabama said MT. Speaker, death is no respecter or persons. He knows no difference between democrats and republicans. and whether they be in the private walks of life or
 members of this august and honored body sooner or later he visits them all. He invaded the ranks of our Alabama delegation a few weeks ago and took away an honored member Hon. John Lawson Burnett, one of the ablest and
 best representatives that has sat in this body since I have been member. | (Applause)
 1 In like manner, Representative Fess or Ohio, republican said:
 "Gentlemen of the House, the reference
 made by the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Heflin) to the late Congressman Burnett is one that we all appreciate and 1 indorse. (Applause.) I looked upon him as one of the bravest of our mmebers, one of the dearest in his views, and one of the most amiable members that it has
 been my pleasure to know since l have been in Congress"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
DOWN IN BED
 AND so WEAK
Lady Suffered Terribly for Eight Weeks, But Her Case Showed Wonder
 full Improvement Aft
 CT Taking Cardui

Johnson City. Tenn.-Mrs. M R. Scott, living near this town, states: About three years ago I was down in bed terrible and so weak I couldn't bear the sight of food. This condition continued for about eight weeks I thought I was going to die, and knew I must get something to do me some good had heard all my life of Cardui and the good results obtained from it's use. So l decided to try it.
 After about half bottle of Cardui my appetite improved. then I was less nervous I kept it up until I had taken five bottles-and such an improvements I gained flesh and now am the picture of health. due. I believe, solely to the use of Cardui. l am the mother of ten children and feel well and strong"
 Cardui is a mild. medicinal tonic for women It has stood the most severe, of all tests-the test of time, having been in use for over forty years It is composed of purely vegetable ingreG tents. which have been found to help build up the vitality, tone up the nerves and strengthen the womanly constitu- ton.
 Try Cardui.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
SERIOUS THREATS AGAINST CONGRESSMEN

Washington, October 9.-(Special) Through negro publications, published in Washington and elsewhere Throughout the United States, open statements were made today that the life of Congress- man James F. Byrnes of the Second South Carolina district would be for feited at an early date for his marked lantagonism to the negro race and es- pecially for his recent utterance on the negro question.
 These publications openly and shame
 lessly declare that the life of the late
 Representative James Willard Ragsdale
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
MISS WILLIAMS T,UNCHEON pARTY

Miss Emily Williams entertained at luncheon yesterday at the Country club in honor of Miss Harriet Forbes. a bride elect. The table was arranged in the private dining room and was cen
 tered with large basket of roses and
 forget-me-nots. Streamers of pale blue tulle attached this basket to many small CT ones. At either end of the table were pink and blue candies. Ices and bon
 bons were served in pink-hue baskets. The place cards held the names of Miss
 Forbes, Miss Jordan Prince Miss Frances Glenn, Miss Orlean Perkins,
 Miss Edwina Thaggard, Mrs. Haskins Williams, Mrs. Brookes Forbes and Mrs. Robert Burnett.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
How Fat Folks
 May Become Thin

If you are suddenly becoming stout, or if you have been putting on flesh for years. the cause is generally the same-lack of oxygen carrying power of the blood. This trouble occurs most ii may be easily treated and without any of the privations most fat people ina zine necessary to reduce their weight Simply go to your druggist and get a box of Phynola. Take five grains after each meal and at bedtime, Won aerfuI results should be quickly ac- complished by this simple treatment.
 Be sure however, you get the genu- inc Phynola. It is put up in original sealed packages, is pleasant to take Pope Drug Co, and Eugene Jacobs Drug Store can supply you.-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

feathered toque, with burnt orange tips
 and with grey shoes and gloves and the
 bridal bouquet of showered roses, then entered on the arm of her father and the groom with his best man, MT. Cor den Anderson, and they all met at the altar, where Rev MT. I. D. Steele of Chattanooga, cousin of the bride, pro- nounced the words that made husband and wife of them After the ceremony, MT. and Mrs. Riddle left for an eastern wedding trip and on returning will be at home to their friends in Madison, Ala.
 The bride is the eldest daughter of MT. and Mrs. A. R. Steele of this city. MT. Riddle is the only son of MT. and
 Mrs. T. G. Riddle of Madison, and is
 young man of splendid business
 qualities, being cashier of the Madison bank
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

q became identified with theatrical in terests. and for, the past Il years I have been affiliated with the Interstate Amusement company in the southwestern circuit
 q had the poorest show town in the world to gain my experience from-Fort Worth, Tex" MT. Crosbie continued, and for four years I struggled there with the most 6iscouraging obstacles in my way. Mir. Hoblitzelle took over our opposing theatre in Fort Worth, thus putting us in the unusual position of op- erating our own opposition. 1t was an
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

uphill business to get things in running order, or rather financially successful, but we finally accomplished the almost impossible feat of operating two success ful playhouses in the same town.
 And speaking of good show towns, Mir. Crosbie continued, .fS take my hat off to Birmingham. The enthusiasm and the zest with which people enjoy the the atre here is both refreshing and delight full not to speak of encouraging, and have never seen a more cordial place. like it immensely and becoming mem Der of the Rotary club and 'Ad club as
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be special meeting of the A. O. II. this afternon at S:3o o'clock at the K. c. hall
 The Edgewood club meets this after noon with Mrs. J. R. Adams, 1921 Juniper avenue, at o'clock. The Amaranth club meets this after noon at the home of Miss Florence Bal lard at 3:3o o'clock. This is the first meeting of the fall.
 The New Era Study club meets with Mrs. Michael Nolen this afternoon at O clock at her home S17 Mountain ave- nue.
 The Quest club meets this afternoon with Mrs. C. c. Adams
 hrt
 The Sahala club will meet with Mrs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
RED CROSS MEETING

There will be round table for the women workers of the Red Cross chapter of Birmingham this afternon at 2:30 at the Tutwiler. Al. members are asked to attend and any other women interested in the future welfare of the organization are invited to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
MRS. CHANDLER TO ENTERTAIN

Mrs B. G. Chandler will entertain Jew friends at luncheon today at the
 Tutwiler in honor of Mrs Charles Hotch- kiss of Tacoma, Wash, the guest of Mrs. Roy Knight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
NE of the most interesting wed-
 dings of the early fall was that of Miss Hortense Simpson and

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 of Miss Hortense Simpson and MT. Resell Hine Richardson, Jr., which was solemnized yesterday afternoon at three o'clock at the woodlawn Method ist church. Long before the appointed hour the church was filled with friends and relatives of both families.
 Before the ceremony Mrs. Newton Sharpe rendered musical programme and later played the wedding march. Miss Evelyn Young sang T love you" and Until"
 Miss Jean Rives of Athens was the maid of honor and was most attractive in a frock of orchid chiffon and silver lace and black picture hat. She car ried bouquet of white chrysanthe- nuns tied in the orchid tuIe.
 Mir Richardson was attended by his brother MT. Chas. B. Richardson as best man. The groomsmen were MT. John R. Russell MT. Nelson Cartwright and MT R. l.. Martin of Athens and Mir. Jas. A. Simpson of this city The bride entered with her brother MT. John w Simpson who gave her in mar riage She was never lovelier in her gown of dark blue with brown hat and boots She carried a shower or roses and valley lilies.
 The ceremony was performed by the brides father pr. J, B. Simpson who IS pastor of that church
 After the ceremony MT. Richardson and his bride left for a wedding lrlp and upon their return will make their home in Athens The birde has large circle of friends in Birmingham who will sincerely regret to learn that she will make her home elsewhere. The groom belongs to one of Alabama's best known families and is well known III social and business circles and his many friends will give his lovely young bride a cordial welcome to Athens
 Amopp the out-of-town guests were Misc Sarah Rivers, Miss Helen Ledbet- ter. MT. and Mrs. F. H. Richardson, father and mother of the groom, and MT. Harry Walker, all from Athens
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

room assisted by Miss Wyman. Mrs. Wyman, Mrs. J. J. Asbury, and Mrs. Etole A. Caldwell and the young wo- men of the Edwards Wyman wedding party.
 In the dining room course luncheon was served and the table was entered with a huge silver vase of yellow astors.
 Miss Margaret Moore and Miss Caro- line Copeland presided at the punch bowl. About 150 guests were included in Mrs. Ashton's delightful hospitality. FOR MRS. GRADY HARRIS
 Mrs. Chas B. Glenn entertained a number of friends yesterday afternoon at the Country club in honor of Mrs. Grady Harris a recent bride and Mrs. W. c. Douglas of New Orleans.
 The club was most attractive being adorned with bright colored flowers combined with ferns, palms and simlax and made an ideal place for this infor- nal gathering of friends 10 welcome Mrs. Harris to her new home. Little Miss Marie Glenn and Caroline Sibley received the guests at the door.
 Mrs. Glenn was assisted in receiving by Mrs. Harris, Mrs Douglas, Mrs. J. ". Coe, Mrs Dunbar Sibley, Mrs. Frazer Banks, Mrs. W. R. Glenn, Mrs. Zell Gaston, Mrs Henry Edmonds, Mrs. Has kins Williams, Mrs E. T. Early, Mrs. E. T. Douglas, Misses Mamie and Mar garet Early. Emily Williams, Harriet Forbes and Frances Glenn.
 Miss Frances Glenn and Miss Harriet Forbes presided at the punch table in the sun parlor.
 Mrs. o. L. Stevenson and Mrs. Harry Jackson Early presided at the tea table which was adorned with pink roses and candles with delicate pink shades. More than 100 friends were included in Mrs. Glen's invitations
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
FOR MISS VIVIAN

Mrs T. T. Ashton entertained at buf- fet luncheon yesterday at her home on South 18th avenue In honor of Miss Elizabeth Wyman whose marriage 10 Mir Sterling Edwards, Jr, Will De an event of next Wednesday evening.
 The house was adorned with ferns and palms and quantities of yellow astors.
 Mrs Ashton received in the drawing
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
FOR MISS STOCKMAR

Mrs John Douglass will entertain at
 a Lyric party on Monday afternoon in honor of Miss Alice Stoclsmar, a bride elect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

of Columbus, Ga; Miss Anna Moskoyits sister of the groom; Mir and Mrs. Dan Moskovits, parents of the groom. and MT. Sidney Moskovits brother of the groom all of Kentucky
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10
RANDOM NOTES

MT. and Mrs. J. D. Moore will leave to- morrow for Atlantic City to attend the hardware convention.
 Mrs J. NJ. Minter win leave today for Montevallo to spend the weekend with her daughter, Miss Susie Minter.
 Mrs William Kelley and attractive young daughter, Miss Mary Petrie Kel- ley of Montgomery, are the guests of Mrs. Edward Russell on Arlington ave- nue.
 MT. and Mrs. James E. Haley have returned from an extensive wedding trip, having visited the western states, and are now at home in GreenvilIe, Miss | Mrs E. U Fordyce, after visiting friends and relatives in the city for q few days, has returned to her home in Montgomery.
 Mrs. D. H. scoville has returned from Montgomery. Mrs w. A. Page of Birmingham is ex- pected in the city for a visit to friends She will stop in Elmore to attend the Murchison- Richardson wedding, which will take place today.-Montgomery Times.
 MT. and Mrs. Saffold of Montgomery spent a few days in the city this week en route to Sheffield, where they will make their home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

THERE'S ONLY ONE WAY to secure a satin skin. Apply Satin Skin cream. then Satin Skin Powder-Adv
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

The Twentieth Century club will meet with Mrs. F. D. McArthur this after noon at o'clock at her home, 1908 South Twenty Eighth street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

William Fisch, 1215 Milner street, this afternon at 2;3O o'clock.
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Mrs. D. H. scoville has returned from Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

MT. and Mrs. J. D. Moore will leave to- morrow for Atlantic City to attend the hardware convention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-10

Mrs J. NJ. Minter win leave today for Montevallo to spend the weekend with her daughter, Miss Susie Minter.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-05-02
TOMORROW TO

Continued from Page One),
Battery A, the regimental band, the
headquarters and supply companies
from Topeka. AS soon as word con-
corning this organization is received
here it will be posted on the State
Journal bulletin.
Relatives at Depot.
The relatives of the men in the
pected to parade in Topeka tomorrow
pot just the same as was done in the
reception for the 10th engineers
Wednesday evening.
Relatives of the men in the 10th
ammunition train may get passes for
admission 10 the depot reservation
from Mrs. G. w. Rees, president of
the Military Sisterhood. Mrs. Rees
will issue the passes to the relatives
at the tSate Journal office tomorrow
morning between $3.50 o'clock and IL
o'clock.
In the afternoon before the troop
trains arrive in Topeka the relatives
will be taken to the train in automo-
| biles provided by the Military Sister
hood. These cars will each be labeled
with the insignia of the Military Sis
terhood and will be stationed east of
Kansas avenue on Eighth street. All
persons having passes to the depot en-
closure will be admitted to seats in
these cars on presentation of the
! passes. No cars except those bearing
the Military Sisterhood insignia will
be permitted to park on Eighth street
between Kansas avenue and Quincy
street.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1919-05-02
226 Persons Injured, $50 Arrest
ed in Paris May Day.
Two Hundred and Fifty Police
men Hurt in Fighting.
FRENCH LABOR IS RILED
Issue Protest to Police Brutal
ity; Consider Strong Steps.
Unions Blame CIemeneeau for
Action of Guards.

Paris. May Fit was reported to-
night that three deaths had resulted
from the disorders incident to the
May day celebration in this city to-
day.
There were besides twenty-siX per-
sons severely wounded, 200 slightly
injured and one hundred and fifty ar
rested during the demonstration.
American ambulances did effective
work in picking up the wounded, the
American Red Cross attendants being
cheered by the crowds.
Two hundred and fifty policemen
were hurt, one sergeant who was
stabbed in the back being in dam
gerous condition, during the disorders,
according to an announcement made
by the prefecture of police at mid
night. a youth named Loree was
killed, struck by several revolver bull
let's The person who fired the shots
is said TO have been arrested but his
identity has not been established.
Socialists and the leaders of labor
unions are extremely indignant over
yesterdays incidents. The general la
Dor federation has issued a protest
and a committee will meet tonight to
consider what steps will be taken as a
result of the disorders. The managing