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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
Women Would Pay Poll Tax

Atlanta, ga, July ia poll tax
of 81 year will be imposed on wo-
men in Georgia under the terms of a
bill introduced in the lower house of
the general assembly today to revise
what is known as the general tax act
The measure would produce, an esti-
mated Increase Of five hundred thou
sand dollars in the revenues Of the
state, half of this to come from the
poll tax on women, and the balance
from a revision of occupation taxes
collected by the state from business
concerns.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
KILLS MANY SNAKES

Newberry, July 18.-While walk
ing in his yard at the corner Of Main
and Glenn streets, yesterday, Nets
FAINT was struck at by a large high
land moccasin. He jumped out of the
way, and the snake struck again,
again missing him. He then killed
the snake and 25 young snakes ran
ont Of it's mouth. He succeeded in
killing them all except one. -, =:
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
MORNING BRIDGE

Mrs. C. E. Williamson gave a
bridge party this morning at her
home on Greenville street, having
as her guests the older set Of ma
irons among the bridge players.
Tables for twenty players were
placed on the porch and the cool and
pleasant morning made the games
more enjoyable.
At noon q delightful> luncheon Of
creamed chicken, tomatoes, crackers
and tea with sherbet was served. =.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
A PLEASANT DANCE

Mr.. and Mrs. C. p. Townsend, Jr.,
gave a delightful dance at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. w. D. Wilson Tues
day night, inviting the young mar
ried set and the young people Of the
city to meet Miss Townsend who is
here from Bennettsville for visit.
Punch and sandwiches were served
throughout the evening and dancing
was enjoyed until a late hour.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
=: :: SOCIAL NEWS ::
FOR THE SUB-DEBS

Miss Mary Quarles Link is enter
taining this afternoon in honor of
Miss Mary Louise Dargan. The sub
debs of the town are enjoying the
afternoon.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
after me again.

after me again" .. Ks
Irwin told the grand jury that he
would not be able to identify any 0f
the men. He is British subject but
declared he had no intention of ne
porting the matter to the British vice.
consul here, saying it would be an
insult to the American flag if he ap-
pealed to him for protection.
During the war, Irwin was close
ly watched by federal authorities at.
ter he was alleged to have addressed
Nassau negroes to resist United
States draft laws.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
BACK HOME

Mrs. Gus Baskin arrived in Able
willie Tuesday from Darlington and
will spend some time with her sister,
Miss Mae Robertson. This is her first
visit since her marriage and her
many friends are gvng her a warm
welcome. Mrs. Baskin was accom-
panied by Gus Baskin, Jr. ,.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
ENTERTAINING FOR VISITORS

Mrs. Wilson johnson is giving a
bridge party Thursday afternoon for
her visitor, Miss Evelyn Johnson, Of
Virginia and Mrs. Van Noy Wier, Of
Athens. ~ ..-.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
AT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

The Rev. J. T. Robertson, D. D.,
pastor Of the. First Presbyterian
church of Galveston, Texas, will
preach in the Presbyterian church
here the first Sunday in August.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
A NEW CAR.

Mr.. Arthur Thomas took day off
from his work at the mill and went
over to Atlanta Monday and bought
fine car, of the Stearns-Knight
make. This car puts him at the head
of the procession of. the attractive
young men of the city.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
VISITING IN SPARTANBURC

Miss Mary Quarles Link, of Able
vile, is guest in the city, visiting
MISUNDERSTANDING Journal.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
MRS. MeALILLY ENTERTAlNS

Mrs. w. S. McAlilly has invited
the young people of the city to a
rook party Thursday afternoon to
meet Miss Eliza Walker of Chester
and Miss Ruby King of Sumter.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mrs. Otto Bristow has returned
rom Greenwood where she visited
her friends, Mrs. J. N. Anderson for
several days. =
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. T. NJ. Cochran, and
Miss Matte Cochran, of Cold Spring,
were visitors in the city Tuesday.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT.

Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Will
Hanson, July Goth, a daughter,
Jeanie Currie Williamson.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mrs. Maxwell, who has been visit
ing her sister, Mrs. John A. Harris,
Jr. left yesterday for her home in
Augusta. r.....
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Wallace Cheatham, of Columbia;
is visiting his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
John r. Cheatham in Fonville. ..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Miss Kathleen Adkins, of Gaffney,
is visiting in the city. Miss Adkins
was formerly connected with the
hospital and has many friends here
who are, glad to see her. =, -
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Otis Bailey will re-
turn to the city this week and will be
at home to their friends at 206 North
Main street.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Donald Harris went up to Green
vile Sunday for short visit to his
sister Mrs. Henry Hagerman.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Misses Julia McAllister and Mary
Sharpe have returned after pleas
ant visit to Mrs. r. E. McCracken in
Columbia.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. C. L. brennan and
Mr. J. F. brennan and family went
over to Elberton, Ca, Wednesday.
They carried. "well filled baskets"
and held family reunion.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Misses Howard Hill and Willie
Harrison have gone to Edgefeld
where they will be guests at house
party at the home of Miss Ethel
Cheatham.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

The Rev. and Mrs. C. E. Peele
and son, Vernon Peele, left this
morning for a visit to relatives and
friends in Columbia.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mrs. w. A. Harmon left yesterday
for her home in Charlotte, N. c., af-
ter spending two weeks with her sis
ter, Mrs. Jas. S. Cochran.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Misses Ellen Starr, Mildred Cole
and Rose Sheridan who have been
visiting Miss Helen Walker for the
past month returned to their home in
Atlanta Monday. ~.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

i Mr.. and Mrs. A. B.. .Cheatham and
Hiss Marietta Cheatham, of Char
lette, are visiting Ar( and 1 MGs. P. A.
Cheatham ON North Main street.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mr.. j. E. Lomax and his grand
daughter, Miss Everett Harmon, Of
Kinards, are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. j.
4. Lomax near the city.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
L. R. Campbell, of Antreville il
the city Wednesday.

L. R. Campbell, of Antreville in
the city Wednesday.
John L. Maxwell, of Greenwood,
spent Wednesday in the city with
his brother, Mr.. T. H. Maxwell.
Miss Maggie Brooks and Miss Bes-
sic Lee Cheatham have returned from
a pleasant stay in Montreal, N. c.
: Foster Barnwel has gone out to
Pell City and is spending sometime
with Mr.. and Mrs. E. A. Thomson.
Mrs. R. E. Hill is spending some
time with Mrs. Mamie Wharton and
Miss Margaret Cox while Mrs. R. z.
Cox is taking a rest at Montreal.
Mrs. Clarence Linder and her
daughter, Miss Alice Lnder, who
have been spending several days
with Mrs. P. B. Speed will return to
their home in Anderson Thursday.
! Miss Anna Jackson and Miss Mary
Truden5 Jackson, of Campobello, are
visiting their sister, Mrs. w. L. Nc
MILAN on South Main street.
fir>& " H..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

:. Mr.. E. R., Wardlaw, of Philadel-
phia, is here to spend his vacation
with friends and relatives.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20
Local
!. ..NeWs
: personals :

Frank Sherard, of Calhoun Falls,
was in town Tuesday on business.
Mr. James Perrin left yesterday
for his home in Meridian, Miss.
Miss Allena Mabry and Mrs Annie
Mabry spent Monday afternoon in
Greenwood. - u .
Misses Kate and Maude Pettigrew
of Bets,ia, were shopping in the city
Wednesday. .~.
Miss Ethel Cheatham returned to
Edgefeld Tuesday after a visit to
Miss Howard Hill. .....
Mr.. a. I. Horton is here from Col
iumbia for a visit to his daughter,
Mrs. R. C. Philson. g.,
Everett Fuller, of Atlanta, is in
the city visiting his friends, Percy
and Marshall Leach.
s Jack Sutherland came home yester-
day after spending two weeks with
relatives at Monterey.
Mr.. E. R. Wardlaw, of Philadel-
phia, is here to spend his vacation
with friends and relatives.
Mrs. Seawright and daughter,
Miss Margie, OF Hodges, were in the
city. Wednesday shopping.
Donald Harris went up to Green
vile Sunday for short visit to his
sister Mrs. Henry Hagerman.
T..
Wallace Cheatham, of Columbia;
is visiting his parents, Mr.. and, Mrs.
John 4. Gheatham IN Fonvlile.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. NJ. Cochran, and
MISS Matte Cochran' Oh Cold spring.
MRS. Otto brlstow mas returned
rom GREENWOOD where sne visited
her 1r'enos' mrs' % NJ ANDERSON hor
--- - j.
MRS. MaxWeii, VINO mas peen ylslt-
ing her sister, MRS. john A. harris
Jr. left yesterday for her home IN
,..
Mr.. and Mrs. Otis Bailey Will re-
turn to the city this week and Will be
at home to their friends at Zoo NORTH
Misses Juila McAihster ana mary
Sharpe have returned after a pleas
ant visit to Mrs. K. +. McCracken In
IS;
The Rev. and Mrs. G. E. Peele
and son, Vernon Peele, LETT this
morning for a visit to relatives and
friends in Columbia.
Mrs. w. A. Harmon left yesterday
for her home in Charlotte, N. c., af-
ter spending two weeks with her SIS
ter, Mrs. Jas. S. Cochran.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Jack Sutherland came home yester-
day after spending two weeks with
relatives at Monterey.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mrs. Seawright and daughter,
Miss Margie, of Hodges, were in the
city. Wednesday shopping.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Mr.. H. I. Horton is here from Col
dumbia for a visit to his daughter,
Mrs. r. G. Philson.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Everett Fuller, of Atlanta, is in
the city visiting his friends, Percy
and Marshall Leach.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1921-07-20

Miss Ethel Cheatham returned to
Edgefeld Tuesday after visit to
Miss Howard Hill.
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
STRAND
Vaudeville and Pictures.

That the change in schedule intro
duced at the Strand Theater yester-
day, whereby complete new bill OF
vaudeville and pictures is presented
on the Sunday of each week lnstead
OF Monday, as heretofore, has struck
a popular chord and is an eNcellent
move on the part of the management
was evidenced by capacity audience
that brought the S. X. .. sign into
prominence early in the evening and
kept IL there until the closing number.
Al Fields we'll known and popular
comedian, assisted by Con Roddy in
new comedy conception, entitled The
Man Behind the Chair is introduced
a. the headline star OF the program
dividing those honors with the SIX
Musical Noses" an extra added at
traction. With scenic setting
depicting the boardwalk at Atlantic
city and one of the well rememoere
rolling chairs as property. this latter
incidentally being convertible INTO
what A, calls "a bootleg special with
ali the conveniences of the old-tim.
bar. including towel. brass rail, saw
dust floor. 'ncyerything, M. Fields
and his partner brought joy AMI
laughter to every person in the
audience.
The six Musical Noses, In -
Melange of Music, Charm and Color,
offer a number that is truly exploited
as delight to the ear and eye
Staged in an unusually gorgeous
manner as to settings and costuminE.
these instrumental artists give one OF
the most perfect and well rendered
programs of popular anu classical
selections heard here in many days
and well deserved the enthusiastic
nNNnrdcd
Caron and Farnun, clown acrobats
Of the old school and experts IN both
their comedy and stunt offerings,
npen the festivities and had every
body in good humor when they left
tho stage. They are followed by the
Gordon Duo in 'Melodious song
studies" one OF the ncatcst and most
attractive offerings of this character
on the stage. The humorous skit,
"Sr,iles and Tunes" in which Arthu'
Dunn and his company were an ),
nounced to appear, could not De
given. due to the reported illness OF
Mr. Gordon. 1t Is stated ano,her act
will be brought from New YORK 10
All the engagement shouid MT GOT
don's illness prove of serious
nature: otherwise he will appear at
to-day's matinee and for the balance
Of the week as programmed.
Gorgeous settings. picturesque seen
ery and a strong, capable cast com
bine to make Society Snobs.' the
latest Selznick production featuring
conway Tearle and beautiful Martha
Mansfield. which is the photodramatio
attraction for the week, one OF the
finest seen for some time.
The enjoyment OF the presentation
Ia greatly enhanced by the orchestral
features introduced by Prof. Arthur J.
Maxwell and his corps OF soloists the
overture for the week being Kick
mann's "Paderewsli Rag" travesty
on Paderewskis celebrated minuet.
Short 6lm subjects round oot bill
vAu wNrzk kAAAnR.
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
TWO MEN HELD IN
ATTACK ON WIDOW
Federal Authorities to Handle
Prosecution for Alleged As
sau|t in Virginia.

The Federal authorities will dispose
of the case OF Harry ]. Mcdonald.
931 h street northwest, and w. John
sullivan. 1925 Twenty-fifth strcet
northwest, who were arrested yestcr-
day on a serious charge preferred
by Mrs. Joyce Sample. a pretty 22-
year-old widow, of 1116 Pennsylvania
avenue.
The alleged crime was committed
on the Federal highway in Virginia
Saturday night. Although the men
were arrested by Washington police
and turned over to the Arlingto
county authorities, Police Justice Will
liam T. Cloth said this morning that
the case was not in his Jurisdiction.
The defendants, therefore, will be
turned over to the United States au-
thorities.
According to Mrs. Sample, she was
introduced to the men on saturday
night and accompanied them IN a
limousine far a ride. On the road 10
Alexandria one OF the men stopped
the car, the woman said, and she was
taken out on the road. The me-,
were identified by Mrs. Sample as
her assailants-
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
HOUSEWIVES KICK
TO congressman

Congressman received in their mail
today a circular letter protest signed
by the Association of Over-Worked,
rnderpaid. DishwashinS Housewives@
against the a-day, forty
four-hours-a-week work program OF
organized labor and its applicatioa
to Government workers.
Warning Congressman that they
will find organized labor indorsement
and support a liability instead of An
asset, the protest condemns the sym
pathetic strike" free railway fares to
families of railway tworkers and
McAdoo mechanics" collective bar
gaining when foods are prevented
from reaching the consumer. reduced
wages so long as high costs prevail.
aad profiteering labor unionists.
The protest closes with an inquiry
as to whether historians will record
events of 1918 to 1921 as during the
reign of wilful Woodrow" or during
the regency OF Samuel Gompers.'"
Headquarters of the association -
stated to be by the cookstove and
the cradle, with the washtub nearby"
The Washington times., 1921-04-18

Currycombs and brushes swish the
air morning and night and already
the dapples are appearing on the
eGuines' hides.
In the sunlightthe pelts resemble
"changeable" silk, the spots appear
ing now and then with every move
ment of the animal. No scalp spec,
ialist ever went about his work with
greater care or zeal than these po-
licemen.
However, they have in mind that
ominous date! They are taking care
that the girths, bits. and other equip
ment are in good condition. And
they are treating the. ponies with a
which does not make
them frisky. They are keeping safe
distance from the tails. which can
inflict a biting sting on the face.
And a safe distance viii be kept
from the hoofs, too.
CROSS TO DO INSPECTING.
The horses are being trained to
know when Inspector Cross is in the
neighborhood, for he will do the in
specting. They will have to look
their best and act their best on that
ominous date. Thirty seven men AMI
thirty-seven mounts are in the kne-
| up for the honors.
The FIRST stunt they viii be di'
rected 10 do by the inspector viii
be to drill and parade at Potomac
| Park. IL is probable that one of the
District Commissioners and Major
| Gessford will be among the judges
After the august officers nave
given the men and animals the once
| over" the journey to the Horse snow
grounds in Virginia Will begin. Al
that rendezvous members of the
Washington Horseshoers' Association
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
BIKE RIDER HIT BY
AUTO; IN HOSPITAL
Boy on Motorcycle Injured in
CoIIision-0ther Sunday Ac-
cidentS Repocted.

While riding a bicycle at Connecti-
cut avenue and s street northwest
yesterday morning, James Piercy. 33,
Of 1850 Tenth street northwest, was
struck by an automobile. His right
leg and arm were fractured. He was
taken to Emergency Hospital
Ten-year-old Victoria Nafells, OF
e01 II street northeast, was knocked
down by a bicycle ridden. tho police
say. by Charles McGee, 13. OF 45l II
street northwest. on II street. be.
tween Eighth and Ninth streets
northeast. She was slightly cut.
Bernard Raum, nineteen, 4sl !
street southwest, was cut on arms
and face last evening when his mo-
torcycle collIded with another on AL
ALBANIA avenue, near the District line.
He was treated at Casualty Hospital
and later went home.
While playing in the street in
front of hi shome last evening, Le-
roy Bretibaugh, eleven, of 73O2, Blair
road northwest, was struck by an
automobile. He was treated at WAL
ter Reed Hospital for injuries to
one of his cars.
Richard |. Proctor. colored, forty
two, of 400 Washington street north
west, was bruised on the body when
he attempted to cross @ street near
Second street northwest, in front of
an automobile. He was removed to
Emergency Hospital.
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
Auto Kills Cops Pony
As He Leaps to Safety
Grimes Loses His Third Mount.
Run Down on Bridge.
Police Hunt Driver.

Private Edward Grimes, OF the
Ninth precinct. is about convinced he
is Jonah as a mounted man. For the
third time since he has been mem
Der of the mounted squad. his horse
has been killed. Former Commission
er J. Tihlman Hendricks bought for
him the one he lost last night while
riding on Benning bridge.
Grimes saw a large touring car
speeding toward him. AS the car got
near, he noted the operator evident
iy was making no effort to ster clear,
so he Ieaped from his mount As ne
climbed to safety on the bridge rail,
the machine dashed by, striking the
horse, and injuring 1T so badly, 1t had
10 be killed.
EARLY this morning the car was
found abandoned in the rear of the
northwest corner of Forty eighth
place and Sheriff road, Kenilsworth.
Windshield and lamps broken.
A few hours later another auto
mobile was stolen from a garage. and
IL is believed the theft was the opera
tor OF the machine that struck the
policemans horse. TIE is a colored
man. The police are securing the city
for him.
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
CRANDALL'S-
.The Inner Voice"

"The Inner Voice." which has as its
distinguished co-stars Il. X. Lincoln
and Agnes Ayres and which yester-
day was presented for the first timc
upon a Washington screen as fore
most feature OF the bill arranged for
the FIRST three days of the current
weel; at Crandalrs Thester. offers a
dramatic study OF man VINO gave
unselfishly the best that was in him
to the world and in return was over
whelmcd with treachery. unfaithruI-
hess and disgrace. with his soul en-
bittered against his fellow men, ne
struggled upward out of the depths
resolved to face the world again and
demand restitution.
Mr.. Lincoln and Miss Ayres, two OF
the most popular and most competent
screen stars now before tho public.
contribute exceptionally vell-limned
character studies and are admirably
supported by a large and able cast
led by Fuller Mellish and william
Riley Hatch.
"A Rare Bird" a new and hAhly
amusing Mutt and Jeir animated
cartoon comedy. and other well {.
choxsn khogt-csel uxASsafs go hnmns
The Washington times., 1921-04-18
AT THE THEATERS
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carry an appeal that is certain to
create comment.
The action of Straight From
Paris" Is in tune with it's environ
ment. Set in the gayety and whirl
OF high society life, the plot starts
OFF with a bristling romance in which
the cross currents OF human passion
and jealousy are painted to q fault.
The story of this sparkling love
intrigue centers about the adven-
lures OF an unassumiDG but captivat-
ing milliner in the person OF Lucette
Grenier. a part played to perfection
by Miss Young.
Thomas Jefferson. Bertram Grassby,
Ciarissa Selwynne. William Carlton.
Betty Francisco, and Girard Alexan'
der. all appear to advantage in an ex-
ceptionally we'll chosen and talented
supporting cast.
The musical score arranged by
Daniel Breeskin and perfectly rem
dered by his sterling organization rs
a treat in itself and one OF the best
of the season The overture. Offen-
5ach's LES Contes D'Hoffman," and
Mr. Breeskin's violin solo. Drigo's
"Serenadto," both brought forth ap-
plause.
Sewell Ford's latest Torchy comedy,
entitled Growing Torchy." kept the
house in an uproar of laughter, while
the shorter subjects, including a show
ing OF the latest Fox News, add the
finishing touch.