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New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Delightful Summer Party

Dir. Margaret Cartwright gave one
OF the prettiest and most delightful
parties OF the early summer on Fri
day, when She entertained in honor
OF Mrs. Ella La Bar. principal of the
High School, who !, going east for
the summer, and Mrs. Kate Fcrgu
son, who is also returning to the
east and will accompany Mrs. La Bar.
As Mrs. Ferguson is state manager
Of the Woodmau Circle, the officers
Of Oak Grove were asked to assist
the hostess in entertaining. They
are Mrs. Paul Walker, Mrs, Charles
Brown and Miss Mabel Chauvaunt.
Thirty guests were invited for the
afternoon, The attractive Cartwright
bungalow on East Central was beau
tliully decorated in red roses, and a
color note Of red and white was used
IN serving refreshments. The east
porch was arranged with small table,
and was both cool and lovely with
IT. vines and flowers Albuquerque
Herald.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
The Social Circle Meets

The Social Circle of the Presby-
terrain church met with Mrs. Calvin
Duncan last Thursday afternoon. A
large number OF the ladies of the
congregation were present at the
meeting and the time was spent
pleasantly, The hostess served de-
licious refreshments during the after
noon. The meeting was turned into
a farewell reception for Mrs. Geo. p.
Hopkins, who left last week to ;oin
Nhclc the Hopkins family will make
their future home, Mr.. and Mrs.
Hopkins have beer extra good church
and Sunday school workers, and they
vii be badly missed in church circles.
Mrs. Hopkins received numerous gifts
iro mthe members OF the Circle. and
will carry with her to her new home
the best wishc, and sincere regards,
not only Of all the members OF the
congregation but also OF the entire
community.-Magdalena News.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Spanish M. e. Church ORGANIZED

On last Sunday Rev. II. A Bas-
sett, superintendent of the Spanish
District Of the NJ. +. Church dcliv-
cred an interesting sermon to the
Spanish congregation. In the after
noon he organized a local Spanish
Methodist Church and conducted the
first Quarterly Conference. explain
ing in detail the work OF the differ
ent members of the local conference.
The church starts off with a member
ship Of a dozen. There has been
great interest shown in the work I'M
der the pastorate OF Rev. Elalio Irene
during the past few months. A Sun
day Scnool has been re~-organized
with an enrolment Of thirty and an
average attendance OF over twenty.
Ihe finances Of the church is IN good
condition, and the newly appointed
Board Of Stewards will no doubt keep
8: so-MOuutainair Independent.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
How TO Prevent Windows steamino

This may be prevented either by
putting something on the glass TO
which the water yapor will not ad-
here. by improving the ventilation or
by heating the air near the window
SO that the steam does not cOndense
on the window. A solution Of glycer-
inc In alcohol rubbed W. the win
dow on the inside is said to prevent
steaming and freezing, while ammo
mia and various acids are also used
in the same way. A double sash on
the window is the best preventive In
cold weather.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

The ladies OF Presbyterian church
entertained for Rev. Rayburn and Mr..
and Mrs. Wickland, with a six o'clock
luncheon at the church parlors, Mon
day evening, Mr.. Wickland rendered
a beautiful solo. accompanied by Mrs.
Wickland on the organ, which was
thoroughly enjoyed. They graciously
gave another selection after a hearty
encore.
Rev, Caldwell, in his witty Scotch
way then introduced the visiting min
%isters, Revs. King, CASTOR and Ellis.
and Mr.. Christensen, each thanking
the ladies for the elegant feed and
getting off many witticisms.
Rev. Rayburn, last but not least,
gave a splendid talk closing the So
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Important Masonic Event

Carlsbad Masons enjoyed a rare
treat at the special communication OF
the local lodge held last Friday ev-
ening as they witnessed the exem-
plification of the Master Mason de-
gree by a degree team composed Of
the resident Past Masters OF Eddy
Lodge No. q, A. F. & 9. NJ. Many
pleasant incidents of the history of
the lodge were brought to mind as
the several officers assumed their
various roles in the degree team.
Refreshments were served and the
feature of the meeting most thor
oughly enjoyed BY the members was
the esoteric wrok as conferred by
the Past Masters who served in the
early years of the lodges history
Carlsbad Current.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Object Lesson Too Realistic.

A demonstration Of hell fire was Civ
en- a woman by her husband IN their
home In Chicago. The couple had
been arguing about the future life. and
the had stoutIy maintained the
theory Of eternal damnation and Of
actual burning. When they went to
bed the husband poured gasoline over
his wife and applied a match. Neigh
bOrs broke into the house just IN time
TO ave the woman from being burned
TO death The man Is being examined
BY sIieDlsts
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

A number OF the girls in their
early teens decided that time hung
heavy on their hands these vacation
days, so they met and organized a
club, which meets every Saturday at
the home of one of the members to
while away the hours. The last meet
ing was at the home of Mrs, o. V,
Muir, of Hurley, whose daughter,
Janet, was hostess to the club. Judg-
ing from the gales OF laughter which
came from the group on the lawn,
the club meeting was a great success.
Pumpkin pie with whipped cream was
served by the hostess after which
the club adjourned until mex week.
Silver City Enterprise.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
How We Cleared Our Summer
Home Of Rats" by Mrs. Perry.

when we opened our seaside home
last May, it was alive with rats.
They'd gnawed all the upholstering
We cleaned them out in a week with
RAT-SNAP. | prefer this rat killer
because it comes in cake form, no
mixing. Saves dirtying hands and
plates" Three sizes, 35c, lac, SLIP.
Sold and guaranteed by Collins Drug
& Stationery Co., and Kaune Groc-
cry Co.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

continued them for four seasons with
Harriet Shaw, noted harpist of Bos-
ton. She studied harmony and COM
position with Arthur Foote, the well
known American composer. She ap-
peared in Jordan hall, in Boston with
Geraldine Gala at the Copley-Plaza
with the poet, Paul Shival, and m
concerts with Gertrude Marshall,
violinist Of the American String
Quartette of Boston.
Her delightful playing is becoming
known throughout the country.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
A Farewell Surprise Party

The young folks OF the Valley gave
Burt Wade a surprise party, at his
home, Saturday evening, coming in d
crowd and bringing lots OF deliciou.
cream and cake. The evening Wa.
most enjoyable spent in playing
games and an impromptu musicale.
This was also a farewell for Burt
As he lett Tuesday, for Colorado.
where he will work during the sum
mcr and attend school at TT. Collins
the coming winter.-Fort Sumner
Leader.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Confer Royal Arch Degree

A class of nine took the Royal Arch
degree of Masonry at the Masonic
Temple at Albuquerque Saturday.
Three degrees were given in the af-
ternoon, starting at 2 o'clock. Mem
bers of the class, and Royal Arch
Masons of albuquerque had a ban
quet at the Combs hotel dining room
at $50 O'Clock. After the banquet.
the class went through the Royal
Arch degree, and finished up the work.
There were seven men from beien
in the class, and two from Albuquer-
Que,
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Forenoon MARRIAGES.

Why Is moo the traditional and
fashionable hour for wedding cere-
monies? Because the hour became
the customary one in England many
years since, when the rule of par
taking of the, holy communion as the
first act together Of the married pair
WAS universally obeyed. II was not
permissible 10 celebrate that sacra-
ment after mid day.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Miss Carr Enters Convent

Miss Adele Carr. daughter OF Mr..
and Mrs. Clark M. Carr OF Albuquer-
que has entered the convent of the
Sacred Heart, i'll Albany. n. Y, and
following her novitiate Will take the
veil there. Miss Carr spent the win
ter in Italy and France with her
mother and sister. Miss Virginia Carr,
and upon their return some weeks
ago, went Immediately to Albany. She
was educated in a convent, but spent
her m at home and has ia
large circle of friends in New Mexico.
Mrs. Carr returned to albuquerque
about two weeks ago and Miss Vir-
ginia Carr returned Saturday night,
having spent the interval visiting in
Washington, d. c.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
Pleasant Annual Outing

The H~esperian Literary club OF Ra-
ton motoreA TO the Stockton ranch
recently for ifs annual outing. and
were the guests Of Mrs. Claude Stork-
ton The afternoon was spent m
games and cards. at the close OF
which delicious refreshments were
served The delightIul occasion was
enjoyed b. sixteen ladies.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
SOCIETY, CLUBS, LODGES, CHURCHES
Here and There Over the State

Character is the result OF the cult
vation OF the highest and nobleSt
qualities in human nature, and put
ting these qualities to practical use.
Whatever you can aspire and mag
inc and believe in you can demon
,trate in your character and in your
life
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
A Musical Treat at Las Vegas

The musical treat OF the summer
will be the oncer given in Las We
gas July !, 1921 at the Duncan Opera
House, under the auspices OF the
Music Department OF the Woman's
Club, by Mrs. Edith Hart Dunno.
Mrs. Edith Hart Dunno has played
several seasons in concert, having ap-
pcared this winter with the People,
symphony Orchestra.
Mrs. Dunno began her studies OF
the harp in Washington, d. c., and
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

Mrs. II. X. Bale, aged 70 years.
Mrs. Balfe was a Of unusual
mentality and was most highly es-
tcemed for her splendid character and
for her services in the cause OF hum
anity. The funeral was held on Wed
nesday from the Cathedral. Intcrment
at Rosario Cemetery.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

Wednesday was Edison Booths
eighth birthday and his mother invit-
ed eight Of his boy friends to spend
the afternoon with him in celebra-
ton OF the event. The time was spent
IN playing games which boys Of that
age enjoy and later in the afternoon
Strawberries and cream were served
not just eight Strawberries each. but
all they could eat-San Juan Review.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
In Honor of Miss Brewster

The choir Of the First NJ. F. church
was entertained Friday evening at the
home Of the leader, Miss Nell Mason,
in honor OF Miss Estelle Brewster.
who is to be a June bride, and one of
the choir's most faithful members.
The home was lovely with roses. A
lovely piece of cut glass was present
ed Miss Brewster by the choir
Roswell Record.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24
How 10 Tell Bark Of Fox.

The bark Of the gray fox can readily
be distinguished from that Of the red
one, being more husky. fainter and
thinner. says the American Forestry
Magazine. II is heard principally in
the spring during the mating season.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24


. COMMON SUPERSTITIONS
: ATTAINED THEIR VOGUE
. Many superstitions are sup
: posed to have originated from
. theories based on the work
ings of the subcOnsciOus mind,
. or some deductions arrived at
I, by observing old sages who
: knew how to put two and two
together.
. Giving a knife to a friend,
, says the philosopher, was on
sidered a likely way to break
f., off a friendship because 1t de-
noted some subconsciOus but
, sinister thought on the part of
, the giver.
. He doped out the bad luck
. that was supposed to follow a
, fellow who walked under a lad
, der In this wise: If a fellow is
so lazy he takes the chance of
. walking under a ladder instead
: of going around, he's likely to
. meet with an accident before
: long.
Picking up a pin. he says, is
: a thrifty habit, and the man
, who picks it up is both saving
/, and %Observant, and SO likely to
have success in whatever he
, does.
: As for the innocent So bill,
/, it got its reputation when some
! careless shopper first handed it
, out by mistake for a 81 bill, and
|. didn't get the right change. And
the poor 50 bill, that really Is
, as nice as any of the Long
, Green family, has been regard
|, ed with a cold and suspicious
|, eye.
|, The bride who drops her ring
|, shows she is either careless or
|, Indifferent to her husband, says
, the philosopher, so "A You won
der that their married life isn't
going to be smooth?
And here the musty old hand
or out of information leaves us
with something to think about.
"The custom Of the wedding
ring, now that we r on the
subject" he tells US with his
drieSt smile, dates back to the
savage tribes. This, one of our
most respected customs, had its
origin, too, in n of the earli-
est superstitious rites"
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1921-06-24

cial hour. The ladies were pleased at
the great number of people present
to enjoy the occasion -Tucumcari
News.
Evening star., 1921-03-22
WELFARE COMMITTEE
lNDORSES THREE DRIVES

The appeal for funds for the rebuild
ing of st. Mary's Industrial School.
Baltimore; Community Service and
the Boy Scouts received the indorse-
ment last night of the Endorsement
committee for welfare organizations
at a meeting held in the boardroom of
the District building. Plans for the
extension of it's work were also made
by the committee.
Representatives Of the. three or
ganizations named appeared before
the committee and stated their cases
in detail.
Chairman NJ A. Leese suggested
that the public be warned that the
approval of the Endorsement commit
tee would be expressed officially, and
that all organizations approved would
be promptly supplied with practical
evidence Of such approval.
The Endorsement committee fOr well
fare organizations is preparing an
approved list, which is being arranged
for under the direction of Edward
Stafford. secretary of the committee.
The committee Is made up of reRu-
lar1y accredited representatives Of the
Board of Trade. Chamber of Com
merce. Merchants and Manufacturers
Assoc alton, the City Club. Women's
City Club. the Rotary Club. the XII
wants Club. Federation Of Citizens
Associations. Twentieth Century Club
and representatives Of the public at
large.
Evening star., 1921-03-22
ISLAM GIRL TOLD
!. Of DEATH THREAT
Harpers Ferry Authorities
Scout Story of Young Man
Held in Case.
Special Dispatch to The Star.

Special Dispatch to The Star
HARPERS FERRY. w. Va. March
22.-Threats against the life of
Katherine Littleton. sixteen years of
age. who was found dead yesterday
in her home with a bullet through
her head. had been made several days
before the act occurred. according to
information developed by those in
VeStiSating the case. Miss Littleton
was employed in d mill in this town.
and while talking with her co-work-
ers several days before her death she
told them that young man had
threatened to kill her if he saw her
out at any time in the company of
any other man.
Belief is voiced by authorities that
James Stevens, the eighteen-year-ol
Charles Town, w. Va, knows of the
threats. Feeling in Harpers Ferry is
high against him. he clings to the
story that the girl shot herself be-
cause several of her girl friends had
gone back on her.
The appearance of the body when
round. it is said by authorities, did
not indicate that the wound was self
1nflcted. In each hand she had d
package of chewing gum.
The night of the girls death was
only the fourth time that Stevens had
been in her company. she having but
recently met him.
prosecuting Attorney Porterfield, at
Charles Town, is conducting an in
Festlgat1On of the case. and preparing
tHe evidence for presentation of the
case in the court at Charles Town
next month.
Evening star., 1921-03-22
MRS. ELLA SCHOOLER DIES
AFTER CRASH IN AUTO
Hearing Next Week for Small
wood, Driver of Car-Truck
and Car Collide.

Mrs. Ella Schooler. colored. thirty
FIVE years old, PIP Ward place, one
of the persons injured Sunday night
when the automobile of Alfred Small
wood, 54S 24th street, left the road
way near Minnesota avenue and Hunt
place. Benning, and landed in Benning
creek. died today in a private hospital
Smallwood. who WAS charged with op-
Grating the automobile while under the
influence of liquor. gave bond yester-
day and was released. His hearing on
that charge may take place in Police
Court next week.
Cortey Sims and Mrs. George Jones,
who were injured as result of the
accident, have recovered.
Edward Griffin, colored. 1742 u
street, was driver of a motor truck
that collided with the automobile of
Miss Neal McDermott. 1920 kalorama
road, at 18th and NJ streets today and
was overturned. Griffin was thrown
from the truck and severely injured
about his right side. He was taken
to Emergency Hospital
Evening star., 1921-03-22
TWO APPOINTMENTS
MADE BY PRESIDENT
Dwight Davis To Go On War
Finance Corporation and John
J. Esch on I. C. C.

Dwight Davis Of ST. Louis. Mo, was
given recess appointment by Presi-
cent Harding today as director of
the War Finance Corporation
John j. Esch. former representative
from Wisconsin. also received re-
cess appointment from the President
as member of the Interstate Com
merce Commi ssion
MI Davis is a graduate of Harvard
University and is director of the Sc
curlty Building Company, the State
National Bank and the Mortgage
Trust Company. He served during the
world war with the 5th Missouri In
fantry, rising from the rank of cap
tain to that of lieutenant colonel. He
was commander of the ST. Louis Post
of the American Legion in 1919.
Mr. Davis has been a member of
the board of overseers of Harvard
University since 1915. and also has
long been interested in civic work.
serving as member of the execu-
tive committee of the National
Municipal League and the Playground
and Recreation Association of
America.
Mr.. Esch. one of the authors of the
transportation act, was nominated to
the commission during the recent
special session of the Senate, but
confirmation was held up on objec-
ton by Senator La Toilette, repub-
lican, Wisconsin.
Evening star., 1921-03-22
JOHN EASBY LOWRY DIES
AT HOME IN HARTFORD
Native of Washington, Prominent
In Insurance Circles, Ill
Only Short Time.

John Easily Lowry. native of
Washington and prominent in eastern
insurance circles. died Saturday at his
home in Hartford, Conn. according to
word just received here. He had been
Ill only short time.
Mr.. Lowry was born in this city Au-
gust Is. 1863. He was educated in the
local public schools.
In January. 1905. he was appointed
special agent of the Hartford Fire
Insurance Company and was assigned
to the field comprised in the states Of
southern New Jersey. Maryland. Della
ware. Pennsylvania and the District
Of Columbia. He Travelled this field
until April |. 1906, when he was
called to the home Office Of the Hart
ford concern to fill the position of su-
perintendent of agencies. With the
organization of the Hartford Accident
and Indemnity Company. in 1914, he
entered the employ of the newly
formed agency department. with which
he was connected at the time Of his
death.
Mr.. Lowry is survived by his wife.
Mrs. NJ. Thaxton Lowry. The inter
ment was in kensico cemetery, near
White Plains. y. Y, this Afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-02
Re-Written for the Movies Ky
 JAMES J. MONTAGUE

' l. Close up of Maud, registering sim pie beauty and rustic health.
 ?. Maud rakes hay, Obviously unfa- miliar with rake
 3. Judge drives slowly down the lane. Name plate on car left off as no satis- factory arrangements could be made with manufacturers.
 4. Judge stops across fence from Maud Registers admiration.
 Sub-title
 GIVE US A KISS, KID.p
 5. Maud shoulders rake menacingly. Subtitle; NIX ON THE MJSII STUFF, fsfEf1. . 6. Farm house. Farmer Muller looks out of window. Registers annoyance. '. Judge climbs fence. Maud stands her ground with rake. Sub title: YOU'RE TOo PRETTY TO BE MANI
 CURING A MEADOW"
 s. Maud brings rake down on Judges S silk hat. Subtitle: FAT so? WE'LL, HOW ABOUT COME
 ING CONCRETE?"
 g. Farmer Muller grabs sawed off shotgun and starts down the path Max Muller looks after him. Sub-title ANOTHER OF THE CITY WASHERS MUST BE MAKING UP TO MAUD" 10. Judge wrests rake away from Maud, kisses her. Looks up. Registers terror.
 II. Maud registers less alarm than you might suspect. 12. Farmer Muller leaps stonewal1, tumbles over fallen limb. Gun goes off. Bangl M IS. Judge registers relief. Sub title: JUST ONE MORE KISS AND THEN
 I'll. BE GOING"
 14. Maud registers obstinacy
 15. Farmer Muller picks up gun Rubs areas of his person. Resumes chase Is. Judge looks up path. Farmer Muller appears in distance, shotgun in hand. IT. Judge climbs back into car. Speaks to chauffeur. Sub-t title:
 HOME, JAMESr
 IS. Farmer Muller joins Maud. Both look after departing car
 19. Car containing Judge flies over bridge, and up road.
 20. Farmer Muller and Maud look up in air. Sub title:
 REVENGE IN SIGHT" 21. Handsome aviator driving. air plane at rapid pace. Looks down over fuselage. 22. Bird's-eye view of Maud and Farmer Muller, looking up.
 2S. Birds-eye view of Judge and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-02

chauffeur in car, also looking up.
 "A. Airplane alights in field near
 Maud and Judge. Subtitle:
 25. Farmer Muller addresses aviator:
 That man insdlted my daughter"
 26 Aviator cranks motor and sails
 away; Caption Never Fear; He Shall
 Pay For His stolen Kisses
 26 toss, Race between airplane and car. ss Airpiane alights in road in front of car. 37. Car crashes into airplane, smash ing car but not starmeng plane. 3S. Judge emeTges from wreck and is about to fly g Ari8tor eraerges from wreck and is about to seize him. 40. Chauffeur emerges, from WI eek and attempts to crown aviator with monkey wrench. Al. Swings wrench too far and Icrowns Judge. who collapses.
 Az. Aviator lifts Judge into fusela,ye Iafter taking monkey wrench away from chauffeur and batting him cn
 the face with it. 43 Judge and aviator in air A. Aviator deposits Judge in field in front of Maud and Farmer Muller. Maud advances and bends over Judge Subtitle: Poor Teller. His Head Is All lDented.' ,45 Judge comes to. suo.itle: Water, Water*' l. 46. Maud starts for spring house. Subtitle: m Get You Some Wa .er. ISir." A. Farmer Muller registers ,lisap- proval. Subtitle: .Why Was You KISS ling My Darter?" 4S Judge rises and confronts him, Subtitle: fBecause expect to Make Her My Wife" 49 Maud reappears with the water and gives Judge drink. Judge ruoks lat her, registering love. Su5title: Thanks" said the Judge. "A Sweeter Draught From a Fairer Hand Was Never Quaffed." 50. Judge, Farmer Muller, Maud and
 Aviator in machine. with church spire in distance. 51 Wedding. 52. Subtitle: "A Judge Always Knows the Way to Court" 53. Judge on bench trying important cases. Maud sitting beside him knit ting Fade out. (copyright, 1921, by the Bell Syndi- cate, Incl