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The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Now is the time to boost for the San
Juan railroad. If you have any land
to trade for railroad stock do not wait
Tor solicitor to call on you. but notify
Mr.. Stenger at the First National
Bank and he will put you in touch with
solicitor.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Today is Armistice Day. The fire
whistle is to blow at 10 o'clock, breath
prayer for the nations of the world
and for the homes and parents that
sent boys to the army who never re-
turned. This day has sad memories
for many home.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Just little more effort and the long
wanted and hoped for railroad to the
south will be assured. We dare not
fail now. Our best and shrewdest
business men have signed contracts
to exchange land for stock in this road.
Get in the game now do not wait until
tomorrow.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Volunteer Hose Company No. held
their regular monthly meeting at the
Dodge-In restaurant Monday evening.
The first thing on the program was an
oyster supper-oyster stew, oysters
fried and oysters raw. There were
seventeen firemen present and ample
Justice was done to this supper by all
except George Wheatland, Luther
Plumlee and T. H. Akin. These gen.
tlemen do not like oysters, at least
they showed no mercy toward those
that were placed before them. After
supper Chief Rash called the meeting
to order. Three new members were
elected and ways and means for giving
the citizens of Dolores better protec-
ton from fire was discussed. The
Company intends Strengthening some
weak points in its organization as i'm
proving both the alarm system and
the frefghting equipment. The best
is only good enough.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

The lunch and bazaar given by the
Rebekahs in McAnear's real estate
office Saturday was well attended.
An excellent lunch was served and
there were many fancy articles for
sale.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

The Ladies Aid will hold special
meeting next Wednesday afternoon,
November l6, at the home of Mrs.
Bertha Akin.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Mrs. D. d. Seagley of Kalamazoo.
Michigan, was an arrival Saturday and
is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Jack
Withers, on Summit Ridge.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

"Boog' Morrison, son of James
Morrison. returned last week from
Denver where he has been for medical
aid.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

MIR. and Mrs P. A Pinkerton and
daughter, Beatrice, left Sunday for
Denver where they expect to spend
the winter.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

FINISHED and rough dryed laundry
work Back of Dolores bakery. Also
cleaning and pressing. 3op33
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Walter B. jacobson. Riess Stenger,
d. G. Son, Hal Martin and w. E. Son
visited the Mesa Verde park Sunday.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

c.le-Three lots in the Miller
(hle addition. Inquire of Sophy
khholz, Dolores, Colo. 2stf
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Mr.. and Mrs. C. W. Lilly motored
over to Cortez Tuesday and spent the
evening at the Robt. Knox home.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

James Hammond left Tuesday for
Rico to spend few days visiting old
time friends in that place.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

MISS Mamie O'Connell of Durango. is
visiting her brother. W. w. Dunlap,
coming over yesterday.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11

Mrs Mamie Bergh came over from
Mancos Wednesday to visit friends.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11
Rev. George Bergen was over from
Cortez Monday on business.

Frank Wyman of Arriola, returned
home Monday from a visit with his
brother at Littleton.
The Dolores star., 1921-11-11
LOCAL NEWS NOTES.

MISS Dorothy Abln left Tuesday for
runnlson to visit with friends.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
INDUSTRIAL BAND
 ID MAKE A TRIP

The Travellers Protective association will advertise Birmingham at their ma tional convention in June at Louisville by taking the Boys Industrial school band with them.
 To pay the expences of the trip a concert and entertainment will be given at Capitol park at o'clock on the night of April 20.--An admission price of $1 will be charged
 The national convention at Louisville will last an entire week. The band daughter. Mrs. w. J. Trucker. on Ave- nue G.
 The condition of D. w. Morris. who Is seriously i'll at Johns Hopkins is slightly improved.
 Miss Dixie Pruitt of Talladega is the guest of her sister, Mrs. W. .B. Cooper.
 Mrs. James w. Howard. who under went an operation at Norwood infrmary Tuesday, is improving.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
INVITE PRESIDENT
 ID VISIT THE CITY
Birmingham Men Leave for Capital and Will Call on Ma
 ticn'S Chief Wednesday

President Harding will be invited to visit Birmingham for the national bal loon race, May 21.
 This was announced last night by Charles L. Harold secretary of the Birmingham Civic association, who will leave for Washington this morn ing. accompanied by party of Bir' mingham citizens to keep an appoint ment with the President at the White House next Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock.
 Frank Butler received telegram from Senator Oscar w. Underwood late yesterday ,afternoon informing him that an appointment with the Pres ident had been arranged. He imme- diately communicated with Mir. Harold and the party of local citizens arranged to leave this morning.
 Members of the local party are: Sid Lee. Frank Butler, T. H. Aldrich, Sr. Joe II. Loveman and a member of the city commission. The party will be joined in Washington by Senator Un derwood and w. P. G. Harding, pres ident of the federal reserve board.
 Following the visit to the White House a visit will be made to William Mitchell, the new Postmaster General. who will be asked to give the Birming- ham post office a new cancelinE stamp so that all letters handled through the local post office will b. stamped with Attend the national bal loon race Tn Birmingham May 21'
 This. Mir. Harold poiated out. would be good advertising for Birmingham from now until after the start of ths balloon race He also stated tha: weather cards sent out by the govern ment bureau at Washington would be stamped with the date, time and place of the Start of the balloon race and that weather observers in every city would be asked to report to Birming- lam as the balloons pass.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

will be kept there during that time. It Is being planned, it was announced. 10 have the band play daily concerts and in this way Birmingham will be advertised in unidue way
 The public is buying tickets to the concert in a manner very pleasing to the officials of the Travellers Protec- tive association. who think that enoagh money will be acquired to show the boys a good time on the trip.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
YEMASSEE CLUB

The members of the Ycmassee club entertained at dance at the home of Henry Beaumont Friday evening Pur- pie and white. the club colors, were used in the decorative scheme and punch was served during the hours. Music was furnished by an orchestra, and represen- tatives from the Birmingham council of clubs were guests for the occasion. The next dance will be with John Candy,
 The officers of this club are Arvel Lo- gan, president; M Ventres, vice pres ident; Fred Lacy, secretary: John Candy, social secretary, and k. Means, treas urer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
AFTERNOON TEA

Miss Hazel Bissett a charming bride elect, was the inspiration of beautiful tea Friday afternoon given for her by Mrs. W. w. Hollingsworth and Mrs. Will bur GoIAn Buck at their home. With graceful festoonings of southern smilax over window easements, with auanti- ties of white roses and ferns in baskets and silver vases, with the chandeliers outlined with bows of soft tulle caught with sprays of white rosebuds, the re- ceptlon rooms were transformed into q scene of beauty affording a lovely set ting for the beautifully gowned women in the receiving line.
 The cards were taken at the door by little Bebe Joy Hollingsworth and Mar Joric Neal The guests were welcomed by Mrs G. B. Hollingsworth, Mrs D. L. Huey. Mrs J. E. Wright, and Mrs. Rose Huey in the reception hall, and in the living room were Mrs. w. W. Hollings- worth, Mrs. Wilbur Golan Buck, Mrs T. J. Bissett, Miss Hazel Bssett, Miss Grace Bissett, Miss Imogene Maxwell and Miss Dorothy Whitney. Mrs. C. w. Mcdonald ushered the guests into the dining room which was beautifully adorned. the light from many candles shedding soft glow over the lovely pink roses used as a centerpiece for the table and the charming effect enhanced by the shower of pink rose buds and tulle from the chandelier above. Mrs. W. L. Rush poured the tea and Mrs. R. W. Waldrop the coffee and sandwiches. Mints and salted nuts were passed by Mrs. John Neal. Mrs. William Lee Grady, Mrs Tom Benton and Mrs. Carlisle
 An ice was served in the library from table banked with roses and sprays of smilax by three attractive young girls, Misses Willie Lee Smith, Rachel Rags dale and Doris Lewis. During the hours of the tea music was furnished by an orchestra and nearly 200 guests called.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
MRS. IRA D. DAVIS

Funeral services for Mrs. Ira D. Davis were held from the family residence, 3400 Avenue E. yesterday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. Rev. J. c. Persinger off, ciating. The body was sent to Hous- ton. Tex, last evening. where intermept will take place.
 She was one of Ensley's most popular and beloved, yuong matrons. She is sur vived by her husband, Capt. Ira D. Davis, and three children. Ira. Jr., Margaret and c. H. Davis; three sisters, Mrs. Will liamson, Mrs. Brookhart and Mrs. Cor don of Houston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
CHRYsOLYTE CLUB

Mrs. Joe Smith was hostess to the meeting of the ChrysoIyte club at her home on Avenue F Friday afternoon. Mrs. w. J. Cowden was leader for the programme, which follows: Response to The Life of Sir Walter Scott" Mrs. E. R. Maynard; reading from Scott, Mrs. John Angwin; 'scott's Prose Works, Miss Pauline Echols. Mrs. Charles Hass- Ter gave a vocal selection and several piano numbers.
 A salad course, with hints, was served in the dining room and Miss Pauline Ech- ols poured coffee from a table centered with a basket of red roses Mrs. Hass- Ter and Mrs. w. D. White were guests of the club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
UARTERLY CONFERENCE

The fifth quarterly conference or the Bessemer division of the Jefferson county Masonic conference will be held at the Masonic temple in Bessener Wednesday, April 2. beginning at 1:S0 p. ni., with Jefferson Valley lodge as host to the conference
 The conference will be held in the Ma sonic temple, which has recently been greatly improved and now is one of the most comfortable lodge rooms in the state
 The officers and Master Masons of the lodges in the division are specially urged to attend and all members are expected at this conference. The team from the Brookside division will be invited to confer the master degree at 8 p. m.
 The officers of the conference are: J. E. Matson, Johns lodge No. 511, W. M; w. L. Kennedy, Brighton lodge, No. 595 S. w.; L. M. Northcutt, Jefferson Val ley lodge No. .795. J. w.: T. J. Jones, Jefferson Valley lodge No. 795, secretary treasurer; Felix Parsons, Flint Hill lodge No. S10, S. D.; Peyton Burgin. Dol omite lodge No. 452. J. D.; F. A. Mo 'C1ain, Concord lodge No. 5S6 s. S.; J. IT. Payne. Victoria lodge No. 57S, J. S.; J. A. Fitzpatrick. Bessemer lodge No. 45S tiler.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
ELKS, CARD PARTY

afternoon will be 8 large and brilliant affair. which Is being sponsored by the fashionable contingent of society, and in- cludes in its list of patronesses the most prominent women of the city.
 Mrs. J. A. Little and Mrs. A. H. Rick ert. two popular young matrons. have the affair in charge and they have ap- pointed to assist them in their duties va ripus committees. Beautiful prizes Will be given for both the games of forty-two and bridge, and delightful refreshments will be served at the close of tffe after noons~ The party. will be given at the Elks' club in their lovely new quarters,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
Card of Thanks

We wish to thank our many friends who were so kind to us when the storm destroyed our home at Central Park Saturday. We pray Gods rich est. blessings on them
 MIR. AND MRS. c. l.. WALDRUP. JR-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Bessemer, April 16-(Special.)-Th board of revenue will hold it's regular meeting to Bessemer Monday. when Mayor B. c. Jones will present to them the question of changing the route of the proposed county highway through the city.
 The route as planned would be down Clarendon avenue to Twenty-second street and down Twenty-second street to First avenue. Objections have been raised by numbers of citizens to the routing being down Twenty-second street They state that this would De disadvantageous to Bessemer owing to this being an unattractive looking part of the city.
 The Civic clubs, the Rotary and Xii wanis clubs have passed resolutions ask ing the city council to have the change made to Nineteenth street.
 The city council will meet Tuesday evening, when number of important matters will be brought up for consid- eration,
 marriage license was issued today in the office of Probate Judge Sam Huey to Carl Johnson and Miss Pearl McNair Of Doiomite.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
THE WISHING RING"

The ladies of the Minor School lm- provement society are sponsoring tue presentation of The Wishing Ring," q local talent musical extravaganza to be given at the Ensley High school audi torium April 2S and 29.
 Daily afternoon and evening rehearsals are being held at the Minor school and all are taking great interest in making 1t noteworthy production. There are about hundred in the cast, including some of the best known vocalists and amateur actors in Ensley
 The Wishing Ring is full of pretty dances. catchcy songsN and comedy Spe- cial costumes and beautiful tableaux make 1t decidedly spectacular. Miss Maude Elser of the Roger Producing company is directing the rehearsais.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
PLUNKET MEMORIAL CHURCH

Plunket Memorial Presbyterian church, Rev. J. A. Logemann, pastor Sunday school at 9:3o a. m., Clinton Decker, SUD- erintendent; morning service at II o'clock; Junior Christian Endeavor at o'clock; Senior Christian Endeavor at 6:b o'clock. and Intermediate Christian Endeavor on Thursday evening. Eve4 ming services at 7:45 o'clock. Special music at both services under the direc- ton of Mrs Bumgardner.
 The mems guild meets each Sunday morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Masonic temple. James Horne is teacher and H. E. Shelman is president
 At the recent meeting of the Presby- tery at Talladega, Rev. c. B. Tomb. pas tor of the First Presbyterian church, Ensley, and Rev. J. E. Hixson, pastor of the Fairview Presbyterian church. were appointed commissioners from the North Alabama Presbytery to attend the general assembly of the Southern Pres byterian church which convenes in St. Louis on May 90
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
NEW MINISTER

Rev. Wiifred Roach of Marshville, Va, has been called to Trinity Episcopal church, and will arrive in the city in a. few days to look over the field of which he will have supervision.
 There are a number of Episcopal fam Ties in Woodward and that parish will likely join with the parish In Bessemer, between whom Rev. Roach would divide his services
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Haynie. Mrs Charles Brownrigg. Mrs. Basham. Mrs. J. w. Leggett, Mrs. J. W. Taylor. Mrs. Jesse Waldrop and Mrs. Gordon Vail.
 The Christian workers of the First Christian church held their weekly meet ing with Mrs. E. H. Hutchinson when enthusiastic plans were completed for the interior decoration of the church. It was announced that an order had been placed for the new floor coverings and for the window decorations. The society accepted the offer of the Piggy Wiggly store to serve cakes and pies there every Saturday.
 After the business hour short pro- gramme on Latin America was given. Mrs Hutchinson discussed the Bible in Latin America; Mrs c. H. Meuws Missionaries in Latin America" and Mrs B. T. Boroff, ''Amusements in Latin America"
 Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Naftel, whose we'd ding in Montgomery on April 2 was an event of wide interest throughout the state, have arrived in the city from their honeymoon trip to Lookout mountain and other points, and are at home with MT and Mrs. w. F. Golson on Clarendon avenue. Mrs. Naftel was lovely Miss Daisy Bell, daughter of Mrs. w. V. Bell of Montgomery, and she will be q charming acquisition to Bessemer so- ciety
 Mir. and Mrs. w. A. Davidson an- nounce the engagement of their daugh- ter. Miss Flora Alberta Davidson, to MT. John Owen Williams. the wedding to take place at home on May &
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

and Thomas Walker was made alter nate.
 The subject for discussion will be the labor immigration question.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Providence seemed to favor Ensley yesterday as the storms played around on two sides and left it unharmed-with the exception of the large number of telephones out of commission and ir- regular car service. Ensley people were none the worse for the storms, although heavy rains fell almost continuously through the day.
 Fairfield escaped any calamities but the streets were flooded with the down pour which could not be cared for by the storm sewers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
SENIOR PLAY

Much Ado About Betty is the title of the senior play to be given by the 1921 class of Ensley High school in the school auditorium next Saturday eve ming, the date having been changed from Friday evening on account of the senior play of Central High being on the same date.
 The play is thoroughly entertaining and includes 2l characters, the leading one being moving picture star. A mat inee for the grammar schools will be given on Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
 At a recent tryout of the students of Ensley High school for the state high school debates to be held in Tuscaloosa May 1, Misses Edith Bell, Louise Ed- wards, Wester Champion, Anna Kenda. were chosen to represent Ensley High.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
BIRTHDAY PARTY

The birthday party given for Miss Sara Baty Saturday afternoon by Mrs. w. .. Baty was q delightful affair, the occa- sion being in celebration of her eleventh birthday.
 The young honoree, an attractive figure in dainty white organdie with lace, re- ceived her guests in the living room. where spring flowers in profusion formed the lovely decorations e'a
 In the dining room. where delicious re- treatments were served, pink roses were used, and ices, cakes, hints in the pink and white colors were passed by Misses Ida Ragsdale, Rosa Perry and Elizabeth Moore. Games and contests afforded amusement for the afternoon, Mary Jane" and Buster Brown" furnishing the inspiration for the contests.
 The prizes for the contestants were att tractive boxes of candy and were won by Miss Ida Ragsdale and Homer Smith. and the booby prizes by Miss Louise Stansell and Donald Smith.
 The young people who enjoyed this lovely hospitality were Misses Frances Keith, Frances Mingea, Frances Rarden. Helen Roll. Nora and Louise Deason, Anita vandervoort. Lois Crotwell, Lois Scott. Clara Eugenia Donald, Kathleen Naylor. Rosa and Margaret Perry. Ida Ragsdale, Elizabeth and Ned Moore, Louise Stansell, Lucy Reed Ray, Julia Barrett, Julia Mcdonald, Lottie Frances Mays. Mary Elizabeth Rutledge, Julia Wisdom, Eleanor McNeil, Iris Lehman, Jack Porter, Cecil and Beatrice Ward, Dorothy Wilson, Dorothy Waldrop, Alice Bumgardner. Isobel Montgomery and Hope Norman. and Robert Jones, George Benton, Ezra and Ben G. Perry Ben and Rob McClesky, Homer and Donald Smith, Julian Skinner, Donald Buck. Fred and Ralph Moseley. Carl Parker, J. T. Lathem, Lawrence Hood, Palmer Keith, Jr., and Robert Purdy
 A series of beautiful recitals has been arranged for the pupils of the Grove School of Music, which will be antici- pated with pleasure by the music-loving people of the city. These recitas will be given May 4, when the graduates of the school will receive their diplomas; on May B. when a number of pupils will be presented in piano recital and in June, when an elaborate music festival will be given in whlcn a large number of pupils will participate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

H. B. Walker, Realty Building, Bessemer, Manager of Circula- ton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
BESSEMER
Mrs. l.. D. MeCulluna.
 correspondent, re- eeives news items. Phone Bessemer lo72

 correspondence advertising and subscriptions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
PERSONALS

Miss Margaret Davis and Miss Edna Meyers are the week -end guests of Miss Nell Leatherwood in Jasper.
 Elizabeth. the young daughter of pr. and Mrs G. w. Leslie. is i'll at the home of her parents,
 . Mrs. I. c. Adler has returned to her homo in Danville. Ky. after visiting her
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
NATIONS CLASS

Tho Senior Matron's class of tho First Bap<ist church was entertained Friday afternoon by Mrs. Hardie Johnston and Mrs. Marsh at the home of Mrs. John ston on West Highlands
 Afher the business of the meeting a number of interesting contests were en- joyed by the guests. followed by beau- tiful music, Mrs. Charles Brownrigg sang Clark's exquisite lullaby, Aunt Sallia the Nanny Song" which was one of the delightful features of the pro- gramme.
 An ice course with cake was served during the social hour. the guests in- cln1ing the members of the class: Mrs ]. |. Whittemore, Mrs John Perkins. Mx3 J. T. Crofford. Mrs E. F. Ray. Mrx. w. L. Hartline, Mrs. Parott, Mrs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Miss Minnie Word will leave Sunda.
 for | vacation of one month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
SCHOOL, DEBATE

Hoyt Sherman, Stanton McCollum, Carey Hollingsworth and Sidney Kartus of Bessemer High school will go to the university Friday afternoon to debate for the state championship.
 The high schools which will enter this contest are Ehsley, Bessemer, Tusca- loosa. Coffee County. and Shades-Ca- hAba~
 The first debates will be held that aft ernoon and the winning teams will de- bate in the finals that evening. when the championship will be decided
 Dr. H. F. Williams of Nashville, sec retaxy of the foreign mission board of the Presbyterian church. will be the speaker of the afternoon at the ''Y'' meeting Sunday at o'clock at the Grand theatre.
 Mrx Annie Glenn Grove ccmpiimented 1fttfe Misses Francis Keith, Helen Roll. Margaret Waller. Eleanor McNeil. Lois CxotwcIl. Elizabeth Crotwell, Evelyn Ben. Jack Porter, Mildred Hawley, and Fannie Grace Bailey with & picture show party ct the Grand theatre on Friday aft ernnon as a reward for excellent work in music. The little folks enjoyed an tSce course after the play.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

The degree team of Ensley council No. 75, R. & A. M. will meet at the temple this afternoon at 2:3o o'clock All mem bers are requested to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Mrs. Robert Fonvi1le of Birmingham will be the guest of honor at bridge party Tuesday afternoon given by Mrs. Mac Clay, the guests including the Southside Bridge club and number of other friends.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

The Junior Mcdowell Music club will not hold their regular meeting Wednes- day. this having been, postponed until the following Wednesday. when Miss Mary Nell Holiey will be hostess at her home near Powderly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Thefe will be a regular business meet ling of the Ensley commandery No. 36. Knights TempIar, tomorrow evening at I7;30 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Mrs. Ellis Terry and Mrs. J. c. E home on next Friday afternoon for Mrs R. R. Moore of Detroit. who is the gues Of her parents. Mr. and Mrs Herbert.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17

Band No 4 of the Woman's Mission ary union of the First Baptist church will meet Monday afternoon at o'clock with Mrs. j. l.. Wood at her home on Exeter avenue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-17
ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Minor School Improvement asso- citation will meet Thursday afternoon at 2:15 o'clock. at which time an excellent programme will be given by the pupils and Miss Rosa Strickland will speak