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The Colorado statesman., 1923-01-06
The Holy Bible Belongs Exactly as Much to One
Sex as to the Other
By MAuDE RoYpEN British Woman Preacher

By United States Ambassador reported
remarks the effect that have souls be stated that the
Holy Bible belongs other Cts
teaching there which especially adapted
rather than the other In all the religions of the world there
special teaching about distinct from the religion
Christ In Chrs religion there teaching all that especially
There list which
cia to aim distinct from that list of virtues which offered
take Lords words out of their the Gospel
could not tell whether sentence addressed
the words address there nothing
essential character Lords teaching which belongs
than another.
There not suggestion that have sphere diff
ferent ideal from that of Lord the ideal
another class another, but all humanity.
The Colorado statesman., 1923-01-06
Moments Worth Remembering.

You will find, as you look back upon
your life, that the moments that stand
out above everything else are the mo-
ments when you have done things in
spirit Of love.-Henry Drummond.
The Colorado statesman., 1923-01-06

o. Commanding IIIIHOs ArIIIIery brIRaue
Quietly, gradually, unknown to the majority Of
the people of this country the Panama canal is ncreas
ing in commercial Importance and in its influence
the trade of western Europe and eastern America with
eastern Asia.
Looking at the map it is Immediately evident
that while North and South America connected
by the narrow strip of Central America, they
equally connected by the peninsula of Florida and the
string of islands stretching from that peninsula to the
Venezuelan coast of South America Nature has left
MANY canals through this strp between the tip Of
The Colorado statesman., 1923-01-06
Pectln and Gelatin.

Pectin Is of vegetable origin, and
is made up of carbon. hydrogen, and
oxygen. Gelatin is of animal origin
and contains nitrogen in addition to
the elements found in pectin.
The Colorado statesman., 1923-01-06

West Indies Bases From Which to Operate
Against the Panama Canal

By REILLY Commanding Artillery Brigad
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
SERIES OF STUDIES
 AT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

The fourth of a series of studies on What About Christ" specially prepared by pr. W. R. Dobyns for the women's auxiliary of the South Highlands Presbyterian church, will be given Monday afternoon at , ;lo o'clock in the Sunday school build ing. Thus far the class has seen the King through the record of His birth. anointing, testing. His proc lamation, and the sending forth of His heralds to proclaim: eThe King dom of heaven is at hand. The last lesson carried the class through the seven fold challenge to the King and has prepared them for consider ing "The Marks of the King.
 While the course was prepared for the women of that church specially, the auxiliary extends cordial inVl- tation to all students of the Bible to meet with them at this hour. An outline of the days study and of all previous lessons will be furnished.
 The executive committee of the auxiliary will act as hostess of the social hour immediately following the close of the study period.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
POOL-FRANkE WEDDING
 CEREMONY SOLEMNIZED

A wedding of much interest to wide circle of friends was that Of Miss Clara Franke and MT. Herbert l.. Pool which was solemnized on Monday evening at s o'clock in the home of the brides parents, MT. and Mrs. Paul Franke.
 The ceremony was performed be- ore an improvised altar of ferns nd sultanas. The wedding march as played by Miss Lucille Watkins, .ho wore a becomiAg dress of navy 2epe. J
 ter. Miss Bertha Franke, who was aktired in a navy satin back crepe frock.
 The bride entered with her father, met at the altar the groom, who was accompa nied by the brides brother, MT. Herman Franke.
 She was lovely in navy blue satin back crepe gown and carried brides bouquet of sweetheart .oses showered with lilies.
 The minister Rev. W. A.gMurphree awaited the bridal party at the altar and performed the ring ceremony.
 Immediately after the ceremony an informal reception was given, after which the couple motored to their home
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
sI'EACHERN-JoNEs WEDDING IN PLANTERSVILLE ALA.

PLANTERSVILLE, Ala.-One of the prettiest and most Interesting g of the Christmas wedding was that of Miss Floy Jones and Mir James McEachern, which took place at the home of the brides parents, Rev. Monday afternoon, December "A. N There were no attendants. The bride and groom entered together while the immediate family and a few intimate friends witnessed the impressive ceremony performed by pr. J. S. Frazier of Selma.
 The decorations we're simple and artistic, vines and flowers arranged with becoming effect.
 The bride is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs G. W. Jones. A young wom- an of rare culture and charm, d graduate of the Woman's college and one of Alabamas successful
 Nlr. McEachern is a splendid young man of sterling character, highly esteemed and respected by all who know him.
 Following a shower of cohgratu- lations and good wishes the happy couple left for interesting points in Louisiana and Florida.
 The bride wore a lovely costume of blue with tan accessories and fur trimmings and a corsage of Aneri- can beauty roses. She presented a picture of girlish lovelinessa- and charm.
 Upon their return they will mak e their home in Brundidge, Ala.
 The out-of-town guests for the wedding were pr. and Mrs. Frank Bean of Brundidge and Miss Mary McIendon of oMntgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
OESTREICHER-PRIDDY
 WEDDING NIZED

beautiful wedding, which took place in the Methodist church, Sulli- gent, Ala, on Christmas morning. was that of Miss Beatrice Priddy and MT. Milton Daniel Oestreicher.
 The church was profusely deco rated with Christmas holly, ferns and cut flowers.
 Preceding the ceremony Christ mas carol was sung, after which Miss Leila ogden sang, "Oh, Promise Me- accompanied by Mrs. Truitt Weaver of Birmingham, who also played the wedding march.
 First came the bridegroom and his best man, MT. Ross Hollis. Next came the matron of honor. Mrs. Jacob R. Green of Birmingham, who wore handsome black crepe satin gown with rhinestone ornaments. carrying a bouquet of Ophelia roses.
 Miss Leila ogden and Miss Ada Lucille Priddy sister of the bride, who served as maid of honor, were becomingly attired in a gown of Ashes of Roses.
 The bride entered with her father by whom she was given In marriage. She was lovely in a gown of blue velvet with trimmings of gold. Her hat was spring model of brown and gold. The bouquet was of Brides roses and lilies of the valley.
 The impressive double ring cere- mony was performed by Rev. c. l.. Sumner.
 Mrs. Oestreicher is a young woman of many sterling qualities, for which she is greatly admired. She was educated at Athens college, Univer- sity of Alabama and Columbia uni- versity.
 Immediately after the ceremony they left for their home in Kansas, where MT. Oestreicher is prominent ly engaged in educational work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS PRICE WEEDS MIR. ROLAND
 MARRIAGE IN TUSCALOOSA

The following from the Tuscaloosa Times Gazette will be of interest to Birmingham friends:
 MT. and Mrs. William Calhoun Price announce the marriage of their daughter, Mary, to Mir. Frank Ro- land of Birmingham, the ceremony being performed yesterday afternoon at o'clock in the home of the brides parents at 1114 Sixteenth avenue.
 The above announcement will be read with greatest interest by the friends of both Miss Price and MT. Roland in this city and the wedding Is the continuation of a romance hay ing it's beginning several years ago when both of the contracting par ties were students in the University of Alabama. For this occasion the Price home, large and commodious, was opened en suite and an impro- vised altar was built in the living room. Palms and ferns formed background of greenery for baskets of brides roses and standards bear ing cathedral candles. Before the ceremony a lovely musical program was presented by Miss Matilee Reed, pianist, and Miss Hazel Sweat, vio- lfnist. Lohengrin's wedding march was use to entrance Miss Price and MT. Roland, who were unattended, and Dr. l.. O. Dawson performed the sacred ceremonial in an impressive style. For her marriage this attrac- tive girl wore an afternoon costume fashioned of crepe in the new shade of taupe and her accessories were of silver gray. Her flowers were brides roses and valley lilies in corsage, and never was she more winsome or more lovely than on her wedding day. Yesterdays bride was reared in this city, educated in the local schools, attended the univer- sitv and has taught with marked success in the local schools. She is personally very attractive, possessing those traits of character greatly to be coveted, and in church work as well as in social life and educa- tional circles she has taken a prom inent part. being loved by those who knew her best and value her most.
 MT. Roland was educated In the university and is member of a well known Tuscaloosa county fam fly. He is an excellent young busi- ness man, having the esteem of his employer and his co-workers, and in social life he is prominent. Im- mediately after the wedding an in- formal reception was held during which the good wishes of many friends and relatives were extended. At 5 o'clock MT and Mrs. holland left for New Orleans 10 spend a happy honeymoon, and after January 1 will be at home in Anniston, where the groom has been recently trans ferred for service. Tuscaloosa yields this charming young girl, teacher in the Jemison school, to another city with profound regret and a hope is expressed that MT. Roland may yet make Tuscaloosa his permanent home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS BRABSTON HOSTESS AT LYRIC PARTY

Miss Mary Virginia Brabston, the young daughter of MT. and Mrs. T, C. Brabston, was among the holiday -hostesses of the last week, entertain ing with Lyric party Friday after noon.
 Included in this hospitality were Miss Mary Nice. Miss Harriett Walk Ter. Miss Margaret Shook. Miss Lollie Lathem, Miss Evelyn kencht, Miss Mila Shropshire, Miss Margaret Hundley, Miss Frances Bondurant, Miss Truehart Bondurant, Miss Les tra Kinney Exum. Miss Isabelle Corr, Miss Katherine Sibley, Miss May belle Prowell, Miss Mittylene Yates, Miss Bessie stanton, Miss Caroline Sibley, Miss Edna Earle Smith, Miss Minta Stovall Miss Louise Harrison, Miss Isabelle Heflin, Miss Frances Hickman, Miss Rosamond McArthur, Miss4Ruth Willis Brabston, Miss Mary Virginia Welsh Miss Sara Belle Pen rod, Miss Eleanor Bonham, Miss Lucy Handby, Miss Marie Smith, Miss Will Anna Rice, Miss Dorothy Sheppard. Miss Elizabeth Sheppard, Miss Ann Herzoe, Miss Dorothy Thomas
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS FRANKIE HONORED WITH SHOWER

Miss Clara Franke. bride elect, was the inspiration for a beautiful miscellaneous shower given by Mrs. W. F. Franke at her home in Shades Valley.
 The house was decorated in keep ing with the spirit of Christmas, with poinsettias, tinsel and ferns. con test, Romance of the Flowers" was greatly enjoyed, for which Miss Elizabeth Johnston won the prize. The gifts were drawn on a sled by Virginia Franke and Velma Pool to Esther Pool and Edna Franke, who plesented them to the bride. A de- licious course of ice cream and cake was~served to about 35 guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
Mrs. Hanson To En- tain At Leap Year
 Luncheon

Mrs Victor Hanson will be a lovely hostess of the New Year when she will entertain at Leap Year lunch con Saturday at the Country club, complimenting her house guests. Miss Lawson Ross, of Knoxville, and Miss Florence Evans, of Montgomery, and Miss Mahdah Redin, of Paris, France. Others included in the invitation list are: Misses Anita Hodges and her guest, Miss Jeanne Herman. of Tus- caloosa; Una Webster, Malvina Cole man, Louise Bankhead and her guest, Miss Sue Frierson, of Chattanooga, Virginia Foster, Virginia Jemison, Augusta Mason, Josephine Connors, Thomasene Howell, Caroline Harris, Dale Oliver, Matilda Hood, Dorothy Rice, Ruth Mcclellan, Anna McLes ter and Dorothy Bowron.
 number of young men will join the dubtantes and sub-debs and dancing will be enjoyed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS wATLINGTON HOSTESS
 TO BRIDGE CLUB

Miss Lois Wellington entertained the members of her bridge club on Friday afternoon, having a few extra guests.
 A box of stationery, prize for top score. was awarded to Mrs. Eugene Moore, and the visitors prize, pair of polychrome candles. was won by Miss Katherine Beard of Colum- bus, Ga. N
 At the close of the games a plate lunch with hot coffee was served.
 Those present included Mesdames Eugene Moore. Madeline Beard, Ben Walker, Harold Powell, Bert Meadows. Arthur Duke, Ed Duke, T. N. Cottrell Norman Tomlinson of the club; Misses Anne Senn, Katherine Beard and Mat tie Joe Childress. guests
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS MoORMAN HOSTESS AT BRIDGE LUNCHEON

Miss Marie Moorman, the daughter of Col. and Mrs. T. s. Moorman, was hostess of the past week when she entertained with a bridge luncheon at her home.
 The guests at this lovely party were: Miss Jeannetta Forbes, Miss Virginia Remington, Miss Dorothy Remington, Miss Evelyn Crow, Miss Julia Walpole, Miss Isabelle Math- ews. Miss Eula Martin, Miss Flor 'ence Morrow, Miss Martha Morrow, Miss Elizabeth Brown, Miss Lollie Lathem, Miss Della Young, Miss Peggy O'Neal, Miss Lucy Stephens, Miss Eleanor Marshall, Miss Dorothy Hawley, Miss Marguerite Richards
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
NEW YEARS EVE BALL
 AFFAIR OF CRESCENT CIUR

All arrangements have been com- pieted for the New Years Eve dance, which will be held at Mountain View Inn tEdgewood) Monday evening, December 31.
 The Crescent club has planned many features of entertainment for it's members and guests, including a delightful dinner which may be ob- tained at the inn at o'clock, to be followed at g o'clock by the New Years Eve ball.
 This dance is happily anticipated by both members of the club and their Shriner friends. Log fires burning in the fireplaces and Christ mas decorations form a part of the elaborate preparations for this oc- casion.
 Music by a splendid orchestra will assist in a delightful way to usher the old year out and the new year in.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MT. Crockard Host At Midnight Supper For
 Yale Glee Club
The members of the Yale Gl,

The members of the Yale Glee and Banjo club, which gave a con sert last evening at the Phillips au- altorium were the inspiration of many social affairs while an the city.
 After the concert the members of the Glee club attended the regular Saturday night dance at the Country -flub. Immediately after this MT. Francis Crockard, a junior at Yale, nonored his coelege mates with midnight dinner a the home of his parents, MT. and Mrs. Frank Crock aru on Niazuma street
 The palatial CAockard home was beautifully decorated With cut flow sers. The table Where the guests were seated was decorated in blue ana white. the Yale colorsL
 included in this lovely courtesy were few alumni of Yale, the mem hers of the Glee club. which num- pered 50, and the charntlng debu- .ants and subdebs invHea to meet them. They were: Miss Mary Han sel Shook, Miss Lucy Eastwood, Miss Josephine Connors, Miss Ann Wood ward. Miss Martee Woodward, Miss ss5.u genia Woodward, Miss Virginia -leinison. Miss Virginia Kasai. Miss -sSlary Alice Eastwood, Miss Dorothy kettig. Miss Mary CoIlett Earle, Miss Gustrine Milner, Miss Mary Clare Milner, Miss Katherine Redd, Miss Margaret Builder, Miss Jaquel-
 Tutwiler. Miss Mitylene McDavid
 iss Cecil Grey Johnson, Miss Anna
 Lester Miss Voncile oden, Miss srginia Foster. Miss Stepanie Lev ert of New Orleans, Miss Caroline Harris. Miss Margaret Jemison, Miss Myra Belle Pope, Miss Louie Hol- land Pitts of Kingston, N. E., Miss Ruth Mcclellan. Miss Mahdah Redin Miss Lestra Kinney Exum. Miss Dorothy Bowron, Miss Austin Kelley, Miss Louise Banllhead, Miss Sue Fr- 1 eIson of Chattanooga. Miss Augusta Mason. Mir. Allen Johnson, MT. Hugh Raul. Mir. Walker DeBardele em,. MT Campbell Maben, MT. Frank Nel- son. Jr.. MT. George Connors. Mir John Levert, Mir. Rowan Oden. MT. Pearson Samson, MT. John Terry Bad ham. Mr. William Badham, MT. BaX- ter Badham. Mr. and Mrs. Henry B. eiray, Jr., Mir. and Mrs. Vernon Bad ham. Mir and Mrs. Henry Badham Mrs. John wells, MT. and Mrs. Will liam T. Moore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
PRUITT-WEBSTER ENGAGEMENT
 ANNOUNCED FORMALLY

The following engagement is of in- terest here:
 Mrs. Fredonia Maddox Webster. Atlanta, Ga, announces the engage ment of her daughter, Emily, to Dr. Marion C. Pruitt, formerly of Lin coin. Ala, the marriage to be sol emnized early in February. No cards.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
Mrs. Steiner To Honor
 Miss Northington

Among the interesting pre-nuptial parties planned as a compliment to Miss Mary Allen Northington, whose marriage to MT. Lee c. Bradley, Jr., will be an event of Wednesday, will be luncheon with which Mrs. Lee K. Steiner will entertain Tuesday aft ernoon at her lovely home on High land avenue. The guests on this oc- casion will be confined to the young ladies in the wedding party, and will be thoroughly informal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
SOUTHERN CLUB ISSUES
 INVITATIONS TO BALL

The Southern club has Issued the
 following invitation to it's New
 Years ball:
 "1923-on Monday evening. Decem- Der 31. the Southern club will hold it's annual New Year ball. Begin ming at 10 o'clock and ending at 2, dancing will take place In the ball room Just after midnight supper will be served in the cafe. Informal" Enclosed Is the card which reads: No one admitted except by this card
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
Mrs. Hammett Enter
 tains Informally

delightful informal social fupc- party at which MT. and Mrs. W. D. Hammett entertained Saturday eve ming at their home on Nineteenth street. south. Complimenting few of their friends.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MRS. HAYES ENTERTAINS
 FOR VISITORS

Mrs. ]. B. Hayes was a hostess of the past week when she entertained at a bridge party, honoring Miss Kathleen Stowers. who Is the guest of her sister, Mrs. W. T. Cooper, and Miss Mildred Leonard. who is home from school in Charlotte. This was a pretty affair enjoyed by number of the young college set.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS JEMIsON AND MISS
 NORTHENGTON TO BE HONClED

Miss Mary Allen Northi- gton, bride-elect, and Miss Virginia Jemi- son, who is leaving in February with her parents, MT. and Mrs. Robert Jemison, Jr., for a foreign tour, will be the honorees at buffet supper Rr. and Mrs. Alfred A. Walker are giving Thursday evening, January 3 at their home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
Miss Massey To Com
 pliment Visitor

complimenting her attractive visit or Miss Elizabeth owen of Atlanta, Miss Katheryn Massey will enter tain Wednesday afternoon at the Country club with luncheon, to which she has invited 25 close friends
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MRS. LATHROP TO
 COMPLIMENT MISS NORTHINGTON

Mrs Frank H. Lathrop will be hostess Wednesday entertaining at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Will liam P. Moore. with a luncheon for Miss Mary Allen Northington, a charming bride-elect, having only the girl members of the wedding party as her guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS WILSON ETERTAINS
 FOR NISITORS

Miss Mary Elizabeth Wilson enter tained Saturday with a bridge lunch con complimenting her cousin, who is visiting her, Miss Mary Frances Young of Nashville and Miss Aida Hoen of Baltimore, the guest of Miss Elizabeth Gewin.
 Twenty guests were included in this courtesy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
BREEDLovE-WHA MARI
 RIAGE CEREMONY ANNOUNCED

MT. and Mrs R. c. Whatley an nounce the marriage of their daugh- ter, Thelma, to MT. J. G. Breedlove on Wednesday, December 26, 1923, Banner, Ala No cards.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MRS. SMITH TO GIVE MISS NORVHING,TO LUNCHEON

Mrs. IT., o. Smith will De hostess Saturday, Janury ,, entertaining with tuffet luncheon at her home, com plimenting Miss Mary Allen North ington. bride-to-be. having the girl members of the wedding party and a few close friends as her guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
Miss Owens To Be Complimented With
 Bridge Party

Miss Elizabeth Owen. who is the much feted guest of Miss Katheryn Massey, will be the recipient of a number of social functions during the week, among them will be a bridge party to be given Thursday evening by Mrs. Robert Mccoy at her home on Cliff Road.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
BIFFET LUNCHEON FOR G. A. R. VETERANS

The Relief Auxiliary of the Grand Army of the Republic entertained with a buffet luncheon for Custer post No. l. G. A. R. and Sons of the Veterans, |. s. A., Friday at &ir club room at Fraternal hall.
 The rooms were decorated in holly
 d American flags, the colors oi
 cen and white giving the spirit ot hristmas.
 A special program was arranged ,y Mrs. Nelly Ham, tfne chairman or the entertainment commfttee, ln charge. Col James Ashworth gave the address of welcome and Brother M. D. Friedman responded.
 A musical program was given py Mrs. Ann Lammert on the piano Master William Lammert on the cor net and MT. James M. Smith on the violin.
 Forty-five veterans and sons were invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
INSTRUMENTATION MARRIAGE
 FORMALLY ANNOUNCED

Mrs. Lillian Gravlee Davidson of Jasper announces the marriage of her daughter, Jessie Josephine, to MT Wilfred Woodson Thompson. Decem- Der 26 1923
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MRS. WEBB TO ENTERTAIN
 FOR BRIDE-ELECT

Mrs. Charles Blanton Webb-will be hostess Friday at a luncheon, com plimenting Miss Mary Allen North ington, bride of the following week, having as her guests only the girl mem bers Of the wedding party.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS HARRISON IGNORED MISS EXUM AT SUPPER

Miss Louise Dabney Harrison, the young daughter of Dr. and Mrs. w. G. Harrison, entertained Wednesday per, complimenting Miss Lestra Kin ney Exum, the guest of Mrs. A. M. Throckmorton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS NORTHINGToN TO
 RE COMPLIMENTED

Miss Mary Allen Northington, a bride of January 9, will be ompli- mented Saturday evening" January ,. when Mir. and Mrs, Frank Nelson and MT, Frank Nelson, Jr,, are en- tertainng with dinner party at the Country club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS GILLESPY TO BE HONORED

Miss Alice Gillespy, a bride of this week, will be honored Monday afternoon, when Miss Gladys Webb is entertaining with bridge party complimenting her.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
SIGMA NU TEA
 AT COUNTRY CLUB

The visiting Sigma Nu, who have been delightfully."- entertained during their stay in this city will be com plimented with a tea at the Coun- try club this afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MISS LEWIS TO ENTERTAIN FOR MISS GILLESPY

Miss Margaret Lewis will be hos tess Tuesday when she is entertain ing with theatre party compli- menting Miss Alice Gillespy, a bride elect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-30
MAILLET-REAVIS WEDDING
 ANNOUNCED

MT. and Mrs. John D. Reavis an- nounce the marriage of their daugh- ter, Ruby Lucille, to Pierre Maillet, on Monday, December "A, 1923, Bir- mingham, Ala.