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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
CLUE ENTERTAINED

The Inter Sc club was delightfully."- en- tertained with picture show party on Thursday evening, when Miss Claire White, Miss Jessie Pringle, Miss Ethei Work and Mrs. l.. l.. Yam were host esses for the occasion. After witness ing the performance at the Grand, the party enjoyed delicious refreshments or strawberries, cake and cream at Full tons, where the tables were attractive- ly appointed, each being centered with a lovely centerpiece of roses.
 The following shared this hospitality: MT. and Mrs. J. O. Chancey. MT. ana Mrs Moseley, Mir. and Mrs. Gordon E. Jones. Dr. and Mrs l.. L. Vann, Misses Lucy Scarborough Willie Johnston, Bernice Bailey, Annie Haggard, Winl- fred Farr Amy Bryant, Lucille Lytie, Lady Portis, Ivy Gwin, H. P Lipscomb, Judge Ethridge John Donaldson, Jack Cruthirds, w. R. Cruthirds Oscar Ches- ter, Miller Hambrck, Hugh Irwin, Eel ton Collier and B. H. Grimes.
 Mrs. T. w. Benton entertained Sat urday afternoon at beautiful chill dren's party for her young son, Dallas Benton, the occasion being in celebra- ton of his fourth birthday. The house was prettily decorated with Dorothy Perkins roses and ferns, and games and contests were enjoyed. In the "Buster Brown" contest the girls prize was won by Bebe Joy Hollngsworth and the boys prize by Gardner Goodwin. Both were attractive boxes of candy. Cake, cream and candies were served the young folks, who numbered about 50 children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
BICYCLE RACES

BICYCLE RACES
 The preliminary races staged Saturday >y the Bicycle club for the finals which will be held on Friday afternoon at ] o'clock, attracted a large crowd of spec ators. The first race was won by Harry Ware with Bascom Webb second and Fred Goodwin third the second race was won by Dave Powell with Lewis Moore second and Bascom Webb third; and the third race was won by Frank Per- tins with Dave Powell second and with Lewis Moore third
 In the finals on Friday afternoon there will be a four-cornered match race in which the fastest riders of Tuscaloosa. Birmingham, Ensley and Bessemer will oe entered and this race will determine he southern state championship, and there will be a freak race and prizes given for each race
 The Confederate veterans of Camp McAdory met Saturday in a business meeting, when an effort was made to re- organize the camp, and delegates were elected to the state reunion of veterans. which will be held in Annston on May r. IS and 19. The following were elect ed: J. F. Green and T. D. Parsons
 ANNUAL OPEN MEETING
 The annual open meeting of the Cul- ture club will be held on Friday after noon at the Woodward Golf and Coun- try club. when a large and cultured as- sembly of guests will be present to enjoy the programme of the afternoon. The guest of honor on the occasion will be Mrs Leonard T. Beecher of Bir- mingham, whose helpful suggestions for the clubs year book this season have made the meetings continuous sources of pleasure to the members
 ' been arranged for the afternoon in which an informal reception will be held and delightful refreshments served.
 HONOREES AT PARTY
 Mrs. Robert Knowles and Mrs. Sears Steele of Woodward, who are leaving soon for Colorado to make their home were the honoress at beautiful party Friday afternoon. given by Mrs. w. H. Hulsey at the Woodward Golf and Coun- try club. The attractive clubrooms were beautifully adorned for the occa- sion with lovely pink and white roses and other garden flowers, making a bright and fragrant setting for the party.
 Games of bridge were arranged for those who played this game and an amusing contest for those who did not play bridge. The prize for the highest score. an ink stand and quill. was awarded Mrs. T. J. Cunniff; the con- solation, a hand-painted wall vase. was won by Mrs John Eagan. and the prize for the contest was hand-painted tray and was captured by Mrs. William Miller.
 After the games delicious ice course with cakes was served the guests, who included: Mrs Claude Garrett Mrs D. E. Wilson, Mrs. E. w. Duncan. Mrs. T. J. Cunniff, Mrs. Herbert Mckinney, Mrs. DeRamus.~ Mrs. A. J. Boynton, Mrs. Frank Curtis. Mrs. Kelley. Mrs. Harry Jones. Mrs. Harry Strain, Mrs W. H. Glasgow. Mrs. William Miller, Mrs. J. M. Bonds. Mrs. John Eagan, Mrs Joe Lacey. Mrs. M J. Lee, Mrs Herbert Smith. Mrs. J. H. Leonard, Mrs. Robert Hitchcock, Mrs. J. z. Keig-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Services will be held Sunday at the First Christian church. Rev. E. n. Hutchinson will use as topic Tn the morning. "The Mission of Mother;' in, the evening, Sowing and the Har- vest" Sunday school at 9:45 o'clock; Christian Endeavor at GAS p. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Services will be held Sunday at the First Methodist church at II o'clock 'in the morning, when Rev Stansell will preach There will be no serv- ice in the evening. Special exercisse will be given in all departments of the Sunday school in celebration Of Mothers Day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Mrs. George Kaufman of San Dom- ingo, Cal, and Mrs. Thomas Brown of Salt Lake City, Utah, are the guests of their sister, Mrs. J. Y. Coburn, at her home on Clarendon avenue.
 Mrs. Gordon E. Jones had as her at tractive guests this week Mrs. L. M. Mcintosh and children, who returned Saturday to their home.
 MT. and Mrs. A. K. Williamson and daughter, Miss Ethel Williamson, are in Montevallo for the weekend. J. A. Snider returned Saturday from Atlanta
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Music lovers are looking forward to the musical to be given at the Ensley Highlands Presbyterian church next Sunday ats o'clock. A very artistic programme has been arranged. and an enjoyable evening is anticipated A silver offering will be taken up to ap ply to the organ fund.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
pERSONAI.C

W. W. Garrett, IT,. is attending the meeting of the southeast convention of engineers at Mobile.
 Mir and Mrs W. c. Galloway have named their young son. Clyde sJr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
RIRLE nAY ORSERVEn


 Bible day was observed by the Thread oe the Story club at the home of Mrs. Nat G. Clark, with Miss Frankie Enzor joint hostess. Dorothy Perkins roses, sweet peas and ferns were combined in a pleasing decorative scheme throughout the rooms where the guests were assem- bled, and corsage bouquets of pink sweet peas were placed on the plates on which pink ices and hints were served.
 Dr. Charles Williams president of Howard college. made the address for the occasion, taking as his subject, "The h. fluence of the Bible on Literature,' and was highly enjoyed Mrs. David M. Gardner and MT. ]. Works each gave a group of songs, and at the conclusion sang, 70, That We Two Were Maying, as a duett Mrs. L. R. Vines was accom- panist, Mrs. M M. Hughes, president of the club, presided over the programme. bout 50 guests were present,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
HOSPITAL DAY

Hospital Day will be observed in Bes- semer by large reception at the Eliz- abeth Duncan hospital from to 6 o'clock n the afternoon, Thursday, May F. The executive board asks that the wives of the doctors of the city and the officers of every social club and literary organ ization, and of all of the church socie- ties assist as reception committee that afternoon, and the citizens are invited to all between those hours.
 Mrs. w. l.. Rush and Mrs. Gardner F. Goodwin as joint chairmen will arrange the details of the reception and Mrs. John Eeal will have charge of the dec orations of the hospital. Lee Moody will give short talk on the Work Accom- plshed by The Hospital" and those il. charge of the reception will be glad to show all visitors, who desire, through the hospital.
 The Elizabeth Duncan hospital is al, institution in which Bessemer feels dis tinct pride. It is owned by the United Charities and does a wonderful amount of charitable work. It is controlled by the executive board of the United Char tics, which includes Mrs. E. M. Owens. Mrs. E. H. Lopez, Mrs. E. l.. Mitchell. Mrs. J. w. Long, Mrs. w. l.. Rush, and Mrs. Gardner F. Goodwin. Mrs. Lopez i,] the superintendent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Bundle up everything, including shirts (silks and starched collars except ed) and tell the driver you're trying out the Finished Family Wash Service. ].
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Ensley chapter. No. 120. Royal Arch Masons, will have a special meeting. beginning at ? o'clock Monday after noon, to confer all the chapter de- grees on large class. Dinner will be served at 6:30 o'clock and the business session and completion of degrees will take place after dinner, All Royal Arch Masons are cordially invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Mrs Mac Batson will entertain the Tuesday Morning Bridge club at her home on Dartmouth avenue Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Bessemer, May z. - Especially Mothers Day will be observed Sunday at all the churches in the city. The ministers have arranged special ser mons for the morning services. Beau tiful musical programmes will be rendered. The classes of each Sunday school have prepared special exercises instrumentation of this honored day.
 The most pretentious programme has been prepared by the large Baraca class of the First Baptist church which has an elaborate and beaxiful programme of music and features in which the members will take part and which large number of visitors will be present to enjoy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
1O6 TRUE BILLS

The grand jury at it's session in Bes- semer this week found 106 true bills out Of 142 cases docketed. The most impor- tant case tried was that of Terrell Hen- dricks, Holley Hendricks and Otis Hen dricl1s. who were bound over charged with assault with intent to murder and with distilling. The amount of bond re- iured in the first instance was $1, 800 and for the charge of distilling, $1 000. Each 'ailed to make bond and was remanded to jail. st4
 This case aroused a great deal of in crest on account of circumstances cons nected with it. On April A. M Eubank md Thomas, officers, were making raid on a still and had arrested these nen, and while officer Thomas was pre- pairing to get the car to bring them to Bessemer they attacked Officer Eubank and brutally assaulted him.
 O. c. Goodwin and Fred Morris were arrested Saturday and Morris Ford car confiscated for alleged violation of the prohibition laws. The arrest was made near Hardwood and four gallons of whisky was seized.
 A wedding occurred Saturday morning r. the probate office, when MT. Jesse N. Merrill and Miss Lutie Howell were inited in marriage. Judge Sam Huey performed the ceremony
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
AT THE CHIIRCHES

o'clock with Mrs. F. B. Buck at her home on Arlington avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Mrs. L. D. McCullum,
 correspondent, re- eeives news items. Phone Bessemer lo72
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

members to meet at the hall at o'clock.
 Invitations have been issued to all lodges of the district to attend on this occasion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
X ANNOUNCEMENTS

The United Daughters of the Con- federacy will meet Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. F. $. Fitzgerald on Arlington avenue, with Mrs. Fitz- gerald and Miss Mary Lovett as host esses. The hour is 3:30 o'clock, and the members are requested to call the hostesses if they will attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
HIGHLANDS METHODIST

The Sunday school of the Ensey High lands Methodist church will observe Mothers Day at the Sunday school hour this morning and the church services at Il o'clock. The revival services will con- tinue this evening, and for several days following. Much interest is being mani fested throughout the community. The evening services are at 7:30.
 The superintendent and teachers of the junior department of the First Metho- dist church will observe Mothers Day at Sunday school this morning at 9:45. All mothers and fathers of the department are invited to attend
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
ANNOUNCEMENTS

St Anthonys Altar society will meet Tuesday morning with Mrs. Peter Conway. 21o1 Avenue H. The 'nem-
 bers will begin sewing at o'clock
 and the business meeting will be at 2 o'clock. box lunch will be served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

The Parent Teacher association Of the High school wiH hold an import ant meeting Wednesday afternoon al the school when a moving picture will be taken of the members and the years work closed, and plans outlined for the work of the association for next year. All members are urged to attend. The hour is 2:15 D. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

St. Johns Episcopal church. Dr. Ed monds Bennett, rector; Sunday after Ascension. Morning prayer at r o'clock, at which time the secretary of the nation wide campaign will speak on that subject.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
RELIEF ORGANIZATION

The Relief Organization held meet iE,g Saturday afternoon in the in ferior court room when the various committees gave their reports of their investigations and work. M. J.. BCooks, chairman presided and Charles Bently acted as secretary in the absence of Mrs. c. B. Lytle.
 The soliciting committee reported that supply of food stuff had been donated and was turned over to the that supply of food stuff had been vestigations of reported cases of want gave 1t to those who needed it most.
 All churches and societies and civic bodies are represented in this relief organization and everything will be done possible for those in immediate need.
 The League of Women Voters is ar ranging for a meeting on the 20th when Mrs. Solon Jacobs and Mrs. w. D. Nesbitt of Birmingham will be the principal speakers. In the meantime at the library there will be placed a question box in which women voters may drop questions which they wish explained and at this meeting the box will be opened and all questions an swered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

ley. Mrs. Long, Mrs. W. W. Westmore- land, Mrs. D. F. Evans, Mrs. A. W. Allen, Mrs. D. A. Tiatt. Mrs. Me Ewhinney, Mrs. T. J. McCollum, Mrs. J. A. Snider, Mrs. Bruce Snider and Misses Florence and Sarah Vann, Mar garet Todd and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

All bands of the Woman's Mission ary society of the First Baptist church will meet Monday afternoon at tn. church at o'clock in missionary meeting, when Prayer will be the subjecc for the programme, and Band No. will be in charge.
 Circle No. or the Pastors helpers will meet Tuesday afternoon at s:so
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

H. B. Walker, Realty Building, Bessemer, Manager of Circuls- f;nn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08
YEMASSEE CLUB DANCE

John Candy was host at dancing Friday evening entertaining the Ye- masses club and representatives of the social clubs of Birmingham and a number of young ladies.
 The club colors of purple and white were used in decorating the rooms, and punch was served during the hours by the Misses Candy. The host was assisted in receiving and entertaining by his mother Mrs J. H. Candy, and sister, Miss Erline Candy.
 Williams orchestra furnished music for the dancing, which was enjoyed from to 12 o'clock. A feature of the eevning was an exhibition dance given by Charles E. Uflman of New York.
 The members of the club are: Arvel Logan, John Candy, Miles Vintress, Frazier Lacey, Eldridge Means, Henry Bes umont, Willie Golf, Richard Bur ton, Marvin Sans Herbert Cannon, Ed Hill, Sam McBee, August Fayet and Ray Adkins.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

The Fortnightly club will meet Tues day afternoon with Mrs. w. H. Glas- gow at the Woodward club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Preceding the bride and groom, who entered together, were the dainty little flower girls. little Agnes Sands and Anna Elizabeth kribs, who wore fairy-like frocks of white organdie and carried bas- kets of pink roses. The ceremony was performed by Father Kittrick, assisted by Father James Downs and Father L. J. Carroll.
 The bride was beautifully gowned in a wedding dress of white satin and bridal veil caught with orange blossoms. and carried shower bouquet of roses and valley lilies.
 Following the ceremony the wedding party was entertained at breakfast at the home of the bride on Ensley avenue, after which Mir. and Mrs. Schaur left for points in Florida, and on their return will be at home at Tate avenue, West End. Mrs Schaur wore a tailored suit of blue with gray accessories.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

The St. Agnes guildwill meet Tues day afternoon with Mrs. A. K. Will Hanson at her home on Arlington avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

All circles of the womans auxiliary of the First Presbyterian church will meet Monday afternoon, Circle No. 1 with Mrs. J. c. Bruce in Jonesboro; No. with Mrs. J. D. Malone on Fourth avenue, No. with Mrs. E. B. Cross in Feeders, and No. with Mrs. E. E. Clark on Berkeley avenue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-08

Marvel City lodge, B'Nai B'Rith, of Bessemer and Magic City lodge ot Birmingham, will hold joint meeting Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Tenn pie EmanuEl in Birmingham, when the delegates to the grand lodge in Dallas, Tex, will give reports of that convention.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1921-07-28

CONTINUED TOMORROW
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1921-06-16

The death ~ Baltimore yesterday ~
William Alexander Biount takes from
Florida one II her ablest men,
Mr.. nlount's worth % his city. his
county. his state ard the nation was
not based on his position as a great
attorney, high though that was. nor
on his position as president 81 the
American Bar Association. important
a. that ofice a.: nor yet on his learn
Ing. theaEh bread and sure. Bot
rather his valns was based On his
life as an honorable citlsen. his ef-
forts 20 create and foster clean Amer
icanism, loyal citizenship respect Tor
iaw and order. faith IN humanity ard
eomradeship with men.
Perhaps no man in America has
been mere thoroughly respected among
his own people where We all know
that a prophet is least respeeted-than
was Hon. W. 4. Blount lie once aid
concerning hls law practice.
= have felt that tho law WAS pot a
guEgie, in which the greatest master
or forms and technioalIties should win.
but that Il was science. fer the work :
ms oat 81 ne right between man and
nian. ind that a lawyers duty Is his
client in no Wtse Justified a sacrifice
q his self respect ~ the perpetration
If a wrong upon his adversary"
And these clients who sent 70 this
noble American with their Troubles
and WRONGS viii tell you that hts code
was as clean as his words His adver-
Haries VIII say the same. for he sought
always 60 gain and hold their esteem.
The life ~ ". A. niount should be
an Inspiration 70 every boy and girl
and his fearless honesty ard impartial
Justice should be a Light % guide the
steps Of eli.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1921-06-16
MusT sTUpY HISTORY

The hiah schools IN Washington. u
c. have tssuea q rule which - t. 81
hiFhiy commended. L is that every
student must take courses In Aneri-
can history ana clvil government A
fundamental knowledge % American
history ard form of government issab-
aolatNiy essential to the person who
would understand present day condl-
items ans 4 has been our observation
that very few boys and giFIs ~ the
present day really study and under
stand American history and civil gov
eminent.
In announcing tts new ruling. tire
school commission AZ the national cap
ital said
what high school student. Tor tn
stance. know anything about she
constitutional Convention ard tire De-
bates that proceed the adoption ~
each o. the provisions ~ our funaa-
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1921-06-16
HON. W. A. BLOUNT
MEMORIAL

W. A. Biount has passed away.
The state Of Florida has lost one q
It's truly great men.
To have had him Is a srlend was a
privilege That privilege was enjoyed
BY many.
For many years. Il was our dis
tinEuished fellow citizens habit %
take the bayshore car and ride out 20
his betutiful sea-shore home a. two
o'clocsS every afternoon for his dinner.
II was my good fortune 20 ride. also
habitualiy. on the same car. Gradually.
We came 70 know each other. I was
drawn % him as ~ good ard power
ful magnet Finally we got into eaeh
mental attitude that we sought each
others company, Ills company was
80 charming personally, that con-
sidefed = worth more than a grand
opera ticket Just 20 ait beside him and
phiionophise and debate with him and
feel the glow % his warm and SYM
pathatic heart reaching out % AL hu-
manity.
o. one such occasion. had taken
my seat and ha was jaHt coming %
sit beside me when the man pressed
Ing him seated himself az my side. 80
Mr. Blount took an empty seat across
the aisle. opposite mine. Just then a
very intoxicated man staggered IN and
seated himself next 70 Mr.. Blount.
felt outraged watched Mr.
Blount's face very lntenfiy OF course
he was cogniEanf ~ the whole situa-
ton. ITS face however. never Tor a
moment betrayed any emotion ~ dis
gust The drunken man then slid
down to tie floor on his knees and
was unable even a. make an effort
% re-eeaf himself Finally the mar
sitting next % me lot the ear and ]
invited AR Bionnt q come and ~
with me. which he ala
lie was 3ust a. calm and unrufasd
az could he and when I spoke ~ tho
AFFAIR. AR. Blounf only remarked that
he pitied the poor human dere.ict. II
could have thrown my arms around
him and Rugged him n sheer delight
of admiration.
He was - considerats ~ others Ne
was - devoid ~ the common cant and
hynocriay ~ social life he was 80
very great and set - very humble.
Every man. white or black vas truly
his brother and received truly consld- i
crate and polite treatment. have
many times devouily wished that
might attain a character - great and
80 sublimely simple and strong.
Money TIE had lots ~ a. Yet.
he counted g not When On the fnan-
ciaI crash he lost almost n million
dollars. ne was not disturbed II was
nothing % him lie was truly rich.
u came 70 him from within. BE was
ard calm IN the greatest F..
storms ~ Ife
While ! now shed tear - grief
that ~ has departed. am simultan-
eausly Swing heartfelt thanks 10 the
oliver ~ ali Good FOR having been
privileged - know him and enjoy his
cor adence and fellowship.
NJ q. HOFFMAN