The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-01-01
ENSLEY

According to reports received, Conductor Weeks. who operates the morning train out of Birmingham which carries out the workmen to Dccena, was making this run, and when the train slowed down for the Frisco crossing at East Thomas. two unidentified negroes caught him, re- moved his pistol and forced him out Of the train car. Their attempt at robbery was interrupted by the ap- preaching Ensley street car, the light from which fell upon the men.
 The highwaymen became fright ened by the light from the street car and ran. On running they turned around and fired several shots at Mir. Weeks, none of them taking effect. Child Is Injured
 J. A. Huggins, Jr.. the Swear old son of Mir. and Mrs. Huggins of Sip sey, was painfully injured yesterday morning about II o'clock, when the automobile in which he was riding ran into ditch to avoid an accident with horse and wagon.
 The accident occurred on the Jas per highway near the Pratt City commissary, when Mir. Huggins, who. it Is stated, was driving a Buick car, attempted to pass a horse and wagon, the horse being driven by Henry Mills.
 According to reports the wagon and the car were going toward Pratt City. and it Is alleged that the driver O. the car drove to his left in pass ing, while the driver of the horse Is also alleged to have turned to the left. In order to avoid collision with the horse Mir. Hugglns, 1t Is stated, ran into a ditch, causing sev- eral deep cuts about his face. The front left wheel of the car was con- pletely torn off and the car was otherwise damaged.
 Tea Dansant
 One of the prettiest as well as one of the most enjoyable social affairs of the season was the tea dansant given yesterday afternon by Miss Marion Miller. Miss Kate Nelson Turnipseed and Miss Ruth Barker, as joint hostesses, at the home of Mir. and Mrs. c. A. Miller on, Ensley Highlands. when they entertained in compliment to the school and college set. who are at home during the holi- days.
 The home of Mir. and Mrs Miller was never more beautiful than on ttis occasion, the entire lower floor being thrown open to the young dancers. English ivy mar cissus were used as the decorations. while the chandeliers were shaded In red crepe, which cast soft glow over the lovely guests During the afternoon coffee and tea were served from a beautifully appointed tea table. upon which stood burning red candles in handsome candelabra
 Sandwiches, cakes and hints of red and white, further empha sizing the color scheme. were passed dur ing the intermission of the dances. Music for the afternoon was fur nished by special orchestra, which was placed in the main living room, and furnished dance music for the young guests. Dancing was enjoyed by about loo from 5 to o'clock.
 Cosmos Club
 Mrs. H. J. Kribs and Mrs. " T. Tucker were joint hostesses to the members of the Cosmos club when they entertained yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. H. J. Kribs on Hilltop, in observance Of their an nual Bible day.
 Previous to the program a busi- ness session was held, when roll call was responded to by favorite verses lTOn the blDles
 At o'clock large number of guests arrived, and the following programme was rendered.: Violin solo. by Miss Sara Mackenzie, ac- accompanied by Mrs. Croffman. Ad- dress by Father Joseph Tomerlin. The Bible as Literature and as Art" Solo, Christmas Song." Mrs. Severin. Plano solo, Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata" by Father George W. Cal legan. Solo, selected. by Mrs Sev- erin. Father Tomerlin only recently returned from a ithree-year stay in Europe, during which time he made special study of the biblical pie tures which are placed in the va rious cathedrals throughout Europe. His entire address was most interest ing, not minute tagging. Later in the afternoon a social hour was en- joyed, at which time an ice course was served to about 50 guests.
 The home of Mrs, Kribs was ar- tistically decorated for the occasion in pink and white carnations. Inter mixed with ferns, which made a lovely setting.
 New Years Card Party
 A large crowd attended the New Years card party which was given Saturday afternoon at the Woodward Golf and Country club, with Mrs. J. A. Little and Mrs. A. II. Rickart of Bessemer as hostesses
 The club rooms were artisticafly decorated for the occasion In carna- tions and ferns. with English ivy as back ground. Eight tables were arranged for the players of bridge
 Following an interesting series of games the ladies' prize, a beautiful bottle of perfume. was awarded to Mrs. Harry Jones for the highest score, while the gentleman's prize. a cigarette case, was won by Frank E. Curtis.
 Later in the afternoon sandwiches with coffee was served by, the host esses. At { o'clock the guests were ushered into the ballroom, where an orchestra was stationed and dancing was enjoyed until 6 o'clock.
 Sesame Club
 Mrs. W. F. Wilcox proved charm ing hostess yesterday afternoon when she entertained the members of the Sesame club at her home on Terrell boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Mrs. B. s. Gilbert. Roll call responses were quotations from Washington Irving.
 During the afternoon the follow ing program was rendered: "A Sketch of Harriet Beecher Stowe" by Mrs. Oscar Berney; paper, selections from George w. Cabel," by Mrs. l.. L. Brothers; paper on The Beauties of the Hudson" by Mrs S B. Fort.
 Later in the afternoon a salad course with coffee was served by the hostess. The next meeting of the club will be held with Mrs. J. C. Bryant on Avenue G. A large num- her of members were present and enjoyed this lovely hospitality.