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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
BAN NOTES--EVENTS OF SOCIETY--CLUB ACTIVITIES

Edith Hundley, and a reading by Miss Estella Jones. Gold and white were the colors chosen for the chap are handpainted in golden Tyres.
 Miss Lottie Catherine was present. ed with a copy of "A History of Music" as a gift from the chapter. The rooms were adorned with chrys- snthemums and a number of juvenile games were enjoyed. Ices were served in the dining room, the birth day cake embossed in pink rosebuds, with it's pink candles, gracing the center of tho table, with the usual favors drawn therefrom.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
CHEST wORKERs TO MEET

Chairman Hardeman $. Meade of the Community Chest drive issued statement SaturGay urging every member of his committee to attend the, dinner at the Tutwiler hotel Monday night, when plans for the drive to begin next day will be out lined and other information of value given to the various committeeman. He said that the dinner would be in teresting iron. many points of view and would enable. the committeeman sto approach their work with not only greater enthusiasm perhaps. but with much more substantial amount or information on which to base their requests for donations. Twenty-two charities will be financed from the drive. and there will Le served during Miss Dorothy Page having come
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
WOMEN VOTERS TO MEET

Fairfield League of Women Voters will meet in the Plaza hotel Wednes- day when Judge Henry R. Howze, member of the last legislature, will deliver the principal address. The program committee has provied. some additional features which are iex peeted to prove one of the most in- teresting yet devised.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
auEsT CLUR MEETS

Mrs. w. A. Cochran was hostess 10 the members of the Quest club the past week, when a program devoted to the study of great 'cartoonists was carried out Mrs. Cochran gave short sketches of Goldberg, McManus and O'clock, while the lives and work of Sidney Smith, Bud Fisher, Jimmy Murphy and Herriman was sketched by Mrs. Kittrell Trotter An informal discussion of the influence of these cartoonists upon the public mind af- forded much entertainment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
TO GIVE RADIO CoNCERT

The monthly radio program to be given by the Bessemer Wednesday Music club of Birmingham will be given Friday evening from s to Q o'clock. Those taking part in the program will be Miss Phyllis Waites. Mrs. Henry Pendleton. Miss Mildred Brannon, Misses Ethel and Virginia Williamson and Mrs N F. Thompson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
MRS. MUssEY HOSTESS

Mrs. Howard Mussey was hostess to the Hortnightly club at her home at Woodward Friday evening. Cut flowers and ferns were attractively arranged throughout the rooms and Miss Mary Weber had charge of the
 program, when Working With 8 Working Woman" was the topic for discussion. After a social hour a salad course with coffee was served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
rHANKsGIyING pRoGRAM GIVEN

An interesting Thanksgiving en- tertainment was held at Hopewell school house Thursday evening under auspices of the Parent-Teacher as- sociation. All the various grades of the school took part and number of talks were made by school of ficials. About s25 was realized from the sale of tickets and refreshments, which willy be used in school inn provement work
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Fairfield League of Women Voters will meet Wednesday at 1230 o'clock at the Plaza hotel. Represen- tative Henry Houze and Mrs. Gros- beck Walsh will be the speakers for the afternoon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
MRS. HARRIS HOSTESS

The Culture club was delightfully."- entertained Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. B. P. Harris, on Clarendon avenue, when program on Art In the Home was rendered. Mrs. George Waller gave lecture with photographs showing various ideas. while Miss Elizabeth Christlieb gave a talk on old china and willow ware which was much enjoyed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
MUSIC STUDY

The Music club will meet Wednes- day afternoon at the home of Mrs. Hugh AIcEniry. when Miss Maude Buck will be director. An interest ing program will be carried out, with the following taking part; Mrs. George Stevenson, Mrs. G. B. Hol- lingsworth. Mrs. Joe Little, Mrs Henry Pendleton, Mrs. McEniry, Miss Buck and Mrs Cecil Cowan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
Circulation Classified Ads Phone Ensley 2
 Society Phone Ems. 1121-J
EN NSLEY
ARNOLD U. MOORE

tnc yestf u srea, ueaI or lost n.otion and money by handling the entire
 years budget at one time, it is stated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
POST MASTER ADDS CLERKS

Without any authority from Wash ington, but solely on his own re- sponsibility R. S. Hickman, post master of Ensley, plans to place two extra mail carriers to work Monday morning. It is stated that at this time Ensley is not receiving in the residential section but one delivery per day of all mail and that as a result the mail is getting heavier and heavier resulting in delays and incomplete deliveries even this early in the holiday rush, It is under stood many appeals have been made to Washington for some relief but so far nothing has been done. result ing in MT. Hickman determining to give iinsley one delivery on his own authority. The hope is entertained that the liberty MT. Hickman plans will be looked upon favorab1y in Washington and Eusley given the service to which the city is believed entitled.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02

A splendid program was given by the school children Thursday morn- Ing in the school auditorium. An loffering of S6O was made for the as- .sociated charities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
OFF ON HUNT

T. B. Work and Gilbert Smith of Ensley and Dr. M A. Johnson and Dr. Mckenzie of Docena are leaving Sunday for south Alabama on a weeks hunt. Sam Foley of Bir- mingham will join the party at Greenville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02

The visit ol the city commissioners Wednesday, when they were the guests of the Ensley kiwanis club has already borne fruit It was an nounced Saturday that d traffic of flcer would be stationed at the in- tersection of Avenue l. and Nine teenth street during the afternoon and take care of that situation. It was also stated that Captain Brent of the traffic squad and associate members were making a study of the traffic congestion on Nineteenth street be- tween Avenues ' and l, and that a conference next week would be held looking to the solution of that prob- lem. Local citizens have been aware Tor some weeks that the Nineteenth street situation was growing worse and that some relief was necessary. Street cars operating north on the street are declared a constant menace and automobile drivers are candidly afraid of traversing that street. Parking of, automobiles on Nine tcenth street form Avenues c to l has been; questioned and it is be- lieVed this will be prohibited. It was stated Saturday that there was an ordinance at this time prohibiting parking on that street between the avenues named, and it was not being enforced. It is thought that unless the situation is improved otherwise that the sleeping ordinance will be revived and vigorously enforced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
CENT RAJ PARK GAs SERVICE PROBABLE
Ensley Community Chest Workers Plan Details Of
 Great Drive
ENsLEY BCREAUl THE AGE HEP.tID L-aI Ia han


 census of residents of Central Park Central Park Highlands and territory tributary to those proper ties will be started Monday by the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company to ascertain how many customers for gas service are available in that section. This step IS necessary preliminary and 1t is assumed that construction of d gas line to that section of Birming- ham will be authorized upon the completion of the report provided it indicates sufficient number of cus- toners to warrant such a construc- tion. It has been reported time and again that the street railway com pany planned gas extension to that section but so far np steps have been taken in that direction. The contemplated census is really the first move that has been made out side of the engineering rooms to give to Central Park a public serv- ice for which the residents have been wanting for months and years. The recent extraordinary development of that section, especially that portion known as Central Park Highlands, has been one urge upon the com pany, which is believed bearing fruit.
 It was stated Saturday that one should not take this step to mean that instant service would be avail able here, for such was not the case. It is understood that the gas line will be run from Tuxedo june tion through Ensley Highlands to Central Park at Q cost of s35,000. Completion of the census will re- quirs only a few days and will be followed by other investigation. nec- essary to a proper study of the gas problem The greatest confidence is manifested in the eventual construc- ton on account of the fact that prop critics in part of Central Park car ries a guarantee of gas facilities
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
GRID STARS RETURN

The Ensley High school football team returned Saturday morning from Little Rock. where they played the high school of that city Thursday morning. Every one of the players said they were entertained royalty and the trip was the best they had ever made It was stated that the game was played in mud over the shoe tops and that the ball was so slick and muddy it was difficult to handle in any fashion. After the game the players from Ensley were entertained by the Little Rock High school faculty, including trip to Hot Springs by motor and other interest
 ing affairs. The team ended an in teresting season, but were up against a series of propositions that con- trikuted to their constant defeats
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
MERCHANTS TO MEET,

Ensley Associated Merchants will meet Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock in the inferior court rooms. All members are urged to attend for several problems that are of interest to the merchants of this city will be discussed, and a full expression of opinion is desired
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
RECEPTION FOR MEMBERS

The Plunkett Memorial church held a reception for their new members at the church Friday evening. The welcoming committee was SIS follows: MT. and Mrs. W. B.Halman. Jr.. MT. and Mrs. A. $. HaZen, MT. and Mrs. Chester. MT. and Mrs. Bliss and Mrs. Wilson, Music was furnished by the Plunkctt Memorial orche estra Jack Thomas gave two readings and Miss Evelyn Pnarr sang solo. The church was made pretty with ferns and potted plants. Refreshments Mele sNrYed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
WILLIAM NOTES
TO HOLD REVIVAL

Officials of the Methodist church have completed preparations for the meeting which will begin Sunday by raising the floor under the gallery of the church so the seats are ele- vated. Rev. Burke Culpepper. one of the outstanding evangelists of-South- ern .Methodism, reached Birmingham Saturday, and will preach his first semon Sunday.
 John U. Robinson, singer, who will assist during the services. called a meeting of the choir and other com mittees for Friday evening at the church. Large congrega tions are ex- pected to her Rev. Culpepper during his two weeks stay
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
ENTERTAIN STATE MINISTER'S

The state convention of ministers of the Church of God will be held at Bessemer next week. beginning with the Sunday morning service. This conference will last the entire week, and much business of importance will come up for discussion. There will be a number of important church country in attendance.
 In connection with the state meet ing there will be held a revival ser0- ice each evening during the week. for which much preparation has been made. The Bessemer church is one of the strongest in the state. and an intensive drive is to be made at this iime to increase the already large membership.
 The conference of ministers will be held during the day, and the revival services will be under the dire ,tion of Rev. w. E. Monk state evangelist. and Rev. A. T. Rowe of Atlanta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
DINNER PARTY

MT. and Mrs. John Love enter- tained at dinner party Thursday at their home on Eighth avenue. At noon bounteous dinner was enjoyed by MT. and Mrs. Isaac Taylor Love, Mir. and Mrs. Orris Love and chil= den. MT. and Mrs. Orman Love and daughter. Miss Irene Love, Motion House, Oakley Olney and Olev Love.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
TO HOLD JOINT MEET

An interesting social session cf the Brighton lodge of Odd Fellows and the Rebecca lodge of that place will be held Monday evening at the hall. Elaborate plans have been ma.e for the entertainment, and a large crowd from both lodges is expected. In ad- dition to an interesting entertain mert program a chicken supper is u be served by the women members of tho lodoa .
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02

the guest of her mother. Mrs. E. (. Shaw.
 Mir and Mrs. Lucien Huey have re- turned from Jasper, where they were the guests of Mrs. Ellis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02

The Junior B. Y. F.. U. of the First Baptist church held an enjoyable so- cial session on Friday evening in the basement of the church. John Craw- ford, president, and Mrs. w. r. Price, director, had charge of a program which was much enjoyed and ,series of games and contests were held, aft CT which an ice course with cake was served
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
PERSONALS


 Miss Kate Turnipseed is visiting in Atlanta, where she went to at tend the Auburn-Tech game. MT. and Mrs. D. k. Faircloth have returned from Little Rock. Ark, where they went to attend the Thanksgiving game between Ensley High and Little Rock High.
 Alfred Eubank is spending a few days in Chattanoosa, attending the McCallie-B Baylor game. He is an alumnus of the Metallic school for boys.
 Mrs. J. K. Nanzant continues ill and has been removed from her home 2412 Avenue I, to the T. C. l. hospital where she will undergo an operation. Mrs. T. H. Williamson and little daughter, Mary Eliza beth, have ar rived from Charlotte. s. C.. and will make, their home here while Mir Williamson is on sea duty
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
CHURCH ANNoUNCEMENrs

Builders circle of the Ensley Bap- tist church will meet with Mrs. B. B Gillespie, 2320 Avenue J. Monday aft ernoon at 2;30 o'clock. Mrs. A. G. Long will be hostess.
 Brides circle of the Ensley Bap- tist church will meet with Mrs. Will liam J. Mccullough, 2323 Avenue H. Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Ali members arc urged to be present. as business of importance will be discussed.
 Workers circle of the Ensley Bap- tist church will meet with Mrs. H. F. Barnes, 1905 Sixteenth avenue, south, Birmingham. Everybody de- siring to go. telephone Mrs. H. A. O'Connell early Monday morning.
 iiighland Circle No. ?. of the Ems ley Baptist church will meet with Mrs. c. D. Gaines, 2705 Nineteenth avenue, Monday afternoon at 2:30.
 Highland Circle No. 1 of the Ems Gley Baptist church will meet with Ms. F. c. Kelley, 2732 Ensley ave- nue Monday afternoon at 2:30.
 oung Woman's auxiliary of the Ensley Baptist church will meet on Thursday afternoon at 3:30 at the home of Miss Billie Brooks, 2S20 ave- nue F. The new leader. Miss Marsh, will be present. Miss Saith Hender- son has charge of the- program.
 Girls auxiliary of the Ensley Bap- tis. church will meet next Wednes- day afternoon at 3:30 at the church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
To ENTERTATN NEwsBo,s

NeWsboys of the citN arg 10 De en- tertained at the court of mlsdemea- nors Monday evening at 6:30 o'clock under auspices of several luncheon and civic organizations. All boys connected with newspapers in the district have been invited to attend. and the affair will be under the d. rection of Mrs. Edna Belle Harrison, who has been closely connected with juvenile work in this district for a number of years.
 An entertainment program will be rendered and talks made by officers of the Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, A F. Ausman, Mrs. Harrison. Mrs. H. l.. Bains and others Refreshments will be served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
PERSONALs

w. A. Stephens, who was severely burned on his legs while working at the steel plant Tuesday, is resting comfortably at the T. c. I. infirmary.
 Miss Margaret Ellis of Greens boro Is soen ling the weekend with
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
sURPRIsE PARTY GIVEN

J. E. Tyler and daughters. Misses Leila and Clara, were hosts to @ num- Der of friends in celebration of Mrs. Tylers birthday. The affair was ar ranged as a surprise to the honoree, and the house was arranged in sug gestions of Christmas, Games and readings were enjoyed after which an ice course was, served to about fifty guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
TAG DAY FOR REVIVAL

Saturday was tag day for the re- vival services at the First Christian church and a considerable fund was realized to carry on the work of that denomination in this city. Booths were maintained in the business sec tion and a large number of young people assisted the lay workers in the sale of tags. It has been some time since the holding of tag day here. and the public showed a gem erous disposition on this occasion.
 Revival services are being con- ducted at the church by Rev. R. O. Rogers of Corinth, Miss, who is be- ing assisted by his wife. worker among the young people, and by Mrs. Nellie MeVay. who leads the singing. The services have been attracting wide attention, and a number of ad ditions have been made to the church. Rev. Rogers has been eN- tended a call from this, consresa ton, and Is to give a definite am swer at the conclusion of the services. He has appeared at the luncheon clubs and at various gatherins where he has made most favorable i'm presSion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
JUVENILE CLUB MEETS

benefit of the new church.
 The following program was success fully rendered:
 Welcome, Margaret Cutcliff: "The Little Red School House." class; "Sil- yer Threads Among the Gold" Helen Sullivan; The Difference Between Punk ands Pank," Kathryn McCab be {: ''The Gossipers," Mrs. Fry, Bridget Duricll, Mrs. sarah Rozetta Schilleci: :: Mrs, Tuck, Margaret Castello; Mrs. First Thanksgiving" Anna Bell Piaz- ga; An incident of the Crimean War; Elizabeth Sullivan, Royetta Schilleci, Lucille Saladino, Rozetta Piazza. Eliza leth O'Raulle; 'T'aint Nothing to Laff At" Virginia Cuniff: "Snatches From Our Own Times. Josephine, Manzella :; Maggie And Jiggs at the Golden Gate" Maggie, NJ. Castello, Jiggs K. McCabe; The Angel, M. Cutcliff; St. Peter, K. Gleason; My Old Rag Doll" Dorothy Castello: "Pm Too Tired To Make Love-" Margaret Durick; Boy and Girl of Plymouth" Elizabeh Sul- lvian, Lucille Saladino; "Thanksgiv- ing Day Song" class.
 The members of the club were as- sisted by a few larger girls. They were directed by Kathleen Gleason.
 ANNOUNCEMENTS
 The Juvenile Music club will meet d the home of Mary smith.
 Tie Auction Bridge club will be entertained Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the home of Mrs. B. L.. Comerford.
 The Yankee Doodle Dixie club will be entertained Thursday afternoon at 2.:30 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Payton McEniry.
 Circle No. of the Missionary so- cietv of the First Methodist church will give silver tea and bazar Wednesday afternoon from to o o'clock at thes parsonage
 All circles of the First Presby- terian church auxiliary will meet Monday afternoon at o'clock at the home of Mrs. R. F. Douglas. on Sev- enth avenue. A farewell party will be given for Mrs. R. l.. King.
 Bands and of the Woman's Missionary union of the First Bap- tist church, will meet Monday after noon at 2 o'clock with Mrs. J. L.. Whitmore; band. No. will meet with Mrs. l.. W. Allen at the home of Mrs. John Perkins
 All circles of the Missionary so- ciety of the First Methodist church will meet Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock at the church. Annual elec- tien of officers will be held.
 The Parent Teacher association of the high school will meet. at the au- ditorium Wednesday afternoon at 3:15. o'clock.
 Beth-El Sisterhood meets Thurs day aftrnoon at o'clock at the home of Mrs. Julian Brick.
 The Daughters of the Confederacy will meet with Mrs. Kate Waller Tuesday afternoon at o'clock.
 PERSONALS
 J. w. Sullivan and Herman Kill patrick spent the weekend in Cull- man as guests of relatives. -- Hal Lomar returned the past week from Montgomery. where he was the guest of friends.
 Mrs. J. H. Blue has been removed to the Fairfield hospital.
 Mrs. F. k. Milter and son, Eugene, Jr.. are visiting relatives in Pine apple, Ala.
 4 Mrs. Grady Bentley continues i'll at the Bessemer General hospital.
 Anita Van de Voort. little daugh- ter of Dr. and Mrs. Horace Van de Voort, is quite ill with pneumonia. z Miss Helen Ingalls of Washington is the guest of Mrs. R. F. Douglas.
 Mrs. D. l.. Fulton has been called to Talladega on account of the ill., ness of her mother. ta|
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
NE W CIVIC CLUB CREATES INTEREST
BeSsemer To Hold Tag Day In Interest Of Revival
 Services
BESSEMEI BUREAUl THE AGE-HEEA..G ! Rpgspmer Ala nar

Formation of new luncheon club, to be known as the Interurban club. has attracted wide attention among residents of the rural sections and the business men of the city. This club will be organized at the first meeting at the Grand hotel Saturday December s, at 1 o'clock.
 This club S designed to function along the usual lines and is ex- pected to cement cooperation be- tween residents of the rural sections and members of the Bessemer Cham Der of Commerce to foster com munity improvement, particularly in regard to school work. Luncheons Will be paid for by each individual member and continued membership will be made on the attendance rec ord, those not attending being dropped from the rolls.
 Interest in the movement is em- phasized at the present time because of the activity among the Parent Teacher associations of the rural schools. There are several live or ganizations working among the schools and it was this spirit which inspired A. F. Ausman. the father of the idea. to form the club. It's mem bers, will be composed of those peo- pie Aom every, section who are most vitaNy interested in the welfare of the schools, calling them together for discussion at stated intervals.
 All members of the Bessemer Chamber of Commerce have been in- vited to join the new organization, and invitations have been extended to school principals, the various charimen of the board of trustees. and the presidents of the Parent Teacher associations.
 method of procedure at the luncheons and the line of work to be taken up at this time will be the topics to be discussed December s. Officers will be nominated then and committee appointed to draw up bylaws.
 The organization is the first of it's kind in the country, so far as is known. That it will attract the a, tention and support of the merchants who are members of the Chamber of Commerce is generally accepted. in view of their activities among the rural schools in the. past. Teachers. too. have manifested considerable in- terest, many coming to the Chamber of Commerce personally for infor nation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
sCuoor, GIVES PROGRAM

Miss Dorothy Page having come here to hear Geraldine Farrar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-02
pRINCIpAI, TAKEs CuAnCE

Prof. R. F. Wood will take charge of the Bessemer High school Mon- day morning, succeeding Principal F. A. Collins, resigned. who has ac- cepted a position with the Missouri state education board.
 Professor Wood, with his wife and two children, arrived in the .city about a week ago, and they are iiv- ing on Arlington avenue. He is graduate of the Missouri State Teachers college and of Peabody college, and is considered admirably fitted for his duties at this school He has had 15 years experience, most of which was spent as an executive He will be succeeded by Miss Pauline Hobdy of Portland Tenn. as teacher of history and mathematics, the lat ter being a graduate of Peabody also. and having had five years eNperi- ence. She will arrive. Sunday ana assume her duties Monday morning.