The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-11-13
BeSSener

BeSSenler
 Bessemer, November I2.-(Speciai.) The wonderful success of Armistice Day celebration in Bessemer Is the source of much comment throughout the district and Worth Lewis post of the American Legion Is receiving many expressions of approval and congratulations for the splendidly planned and successfully staged cele- bration. In which the entire citi- zenry took enthusiastic part. Much of the credit for the success Is given to H. P. Lipscomb Jr., commander of Worth Lewis post: J. E. Haffner, chairman of the committed; Mrs. Hor- ace vanderyoort, president of the post auxiliary; Mrs. Annie Glenn Grove, chairman of the music and park feature; Miss Manic Cline, who prepared the outline for the beauti- full programme at the Presbyterian church. and J. E. Golden, adjutant of the post.
 Football Game
 immense crOW0S or BeSSemer peo- pie attended the football game be- tween Central and Bessemer High at Redwood Saturday morning and de- spite the fact Bessemer did not win. Bessemer people believe that they fought the greatest fight that they have ever fought and they are thor. oughly satisfied and give both the team and Coach Harris credit, espe- cial1y the latter, for doing almost the impossible.
 Flags to Be Awarded
 The flags offered by J. E. Haffner. chairman of the Armistice Day cele- bration. for the two county schools that had the largest representation in the parade on that morning. have not been awarded yet, as the report of pupils from all of these schools have not been received.
 The Hueytown High school, Pleas ant Hill, and Muscoda schools have reported their number in the parade and if no other reports are sent in the flags will be awarded to two of these schools.
 Still Captured
 Bessemer deputies captured a small still yesterday at Ware station ane confiscated 200 gallons of beer and one-half gallon of whisky. Peter Myers was arrested In connection with the still and charged with vio- lation of the prohibition laws.
 A number of Bessemer Woodmen of the World attended the Brighton lodge meeting last night. those going up from this city being T. P. Primer, George W. Jones, Willis Morren E. R. Cox. D. B. Couch, o. D. Mitchell and F. M. Nolan.
 civil docket is set for next week In bessemer division of circuit court and for the two weeks following court will recess on account of tho supreme court being in session.
 Queens Hall Armistice Day
 The queens ball given by the American Legion was a thoroughly delightful affair largely attended. The dance was led by Capt. Lacey Edmundson and Mrs. Edmundson, as- sisted by J. E. Golden, post adjutant, and Miss Mabel Moore.
 The sponsors of the city wards in the armistice celebration were ore. sented with gorgeous bouquets of yellow and orchid chrysanthemums by the post auxiliary, these honor guests being Misses Grace Moreland. Ruth Edwards, Mabel Moore. Bernice Thomas. Florence Gray Patton and their attendants. Mesdames George Bumgardner, Bruce Snider, H. l.. Bains. Gordon E. Jones and w. R. Parker and Misses Ethel Williamson, Katie Ling. Katherine Maddox Nellie Adams. Carolyn Moore, Lora Robert son, Jim Counter and Eugenia Gray.
 The dance, which was a truly car nival street dance with confetti, ser- pentine effects, and brilliant lights, presentedt an unusual scene, this being the first dance of the kind to be given in the city. It presented also military air. with numbers of sol diers In uniforms.
 The music by a large orchestra was one of the delightful features of the dance. H. F. Lipscomb. Jr.. post com mander. and other officers of the Ie- zion were gratified at it's success.
 In connection with "Children's Book Week." which is being observed from November 13 to November 1s. Mrs. Annie Glenn Grove will conduct 2 story telling hour at the library on Friday afternoon at o'clock.
 Teachers Entertained
 The teachers of the Roberts Vance schools were delightfully."- entertained Friday evening at the home of pr. and Mrs. E. P. Lacey by Misses Ruby Robertson and Pauline Sudduth. Pa triotic colors and flags were used In the decorations, emphasizing Armi- stice Day.
 Interesting contests were enjoyed by the guests and several musical numbers were rendered by Miss vir- ginla Shaw. whose lovely voice Is much admired.
 Delightful refreshments were served to the following: Misses Marie Jones. Mabel Chapman, Blanche Lamb. Hat tie Gibson. Virginia Shaw. Margaret Coleman. Jamie Dickinson. Howell and Burman Shepherd and Mrs. Wiilena Dodd and Dr. and Mrs. E. P. Lacey.
 District Clubs Meet
 Federated clubs are preparing for the annual meeting of the Second dis trict of clubs of A. F. w. C.. which convenes in Sylacauga on November 29 and 30.
 Representatives from the various clubs will attend the meeting. If which Miss Iva Cook of Anniston will be chairman. she having succeeded Mrs lS H. Huey as chairman of the