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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22

Little Frances Thomas celebrated her fifth birthday with lovely par ty last week at the home of her parents in Woodlawn.
 Wild flowers were used in pro- fusion to carry out a color scheme of pink, blue and white.
 Wild honeysuckle was used to dec crate the table, whicn was centered with beautiful birthday cake, burning pink, blue and white can dies.
 The charming little hostess was dressed in blue organdy.
 Mrs. Leroy Thomas, Mrs. H. F. Walker, Mrs. G. w. Bowers, Mrs. B. F. Cowart, Mrs. Reese Walker and Mrs. R. L.. Taylor assisted in the en- tartaining.
 Prizes were won by Virginia Bow CTS and Abbey Roberts, Jr.
 The guests included the following friends of the hostess: Virginia Bowers, Ben Ella Cowart. Mary E. Levegood. Nancy Levegood, Willie Lee Winter, Mae Winter, Richard Bowers, Robert Cowart, Reese Walk CT, Jr, Leroy Thomas, Jr Miles Levegood. Jr. and Abbey Rob erts, Jr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
CLIO LITERARY
 CLUB MEETS

Friday afternoon. April 20, the Clio Literary society of Central High school enjoyed one of the most bril- liant socials in the history of the club. The plan of the social was carried out according to the topic of study for the year, The different ts bles were represented by the diff ferent countries with color schemes and place cards. There were many eX-club members present, among whom Misses Marie Hickman, Ser tha Cummings, Helen Gibson, Jessie Lee Ansley. It was greatly enjoyed by all
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
SOCI E T Y
Grand Opera Will Bring Brilliant New
 Star to South

IHose who attend grand opera in Atlanta this week will have not only the pleasure of renewing acquaint- ance with old favorites but of hear ing the new star. Feodor Chaliapin, who Is making his first appearance in Atlanta this season.
 This remarkable Russian basso is not simply a singer. but an artist, and has vitally interesting per sonality, according to the most au thoritative critics. He has had, be- sides a career, a real life.
 lie was born at Kazan, Russia in 1873. When ' years old he was put into the apprenticeship of a cobbler. Later he became in turn a wood carver, bookbinder, pawnbroker's Russian church, and longshoreman on the River Volga at IT cents day.
 When he became IT he made his first appearance on the stage. hay ing part in the cast of a comic opera. At the same time, he acted as machinist, promoter and stage manager, all for the munificent sal ary of s6 per week.
 The young singer rose rapidly from this humble beginning. Very soon he was singing in Moscow at s6,000 a year. All stage tradition was upset by him, not in breaking rules. but in expanding them. This remarkable man not only sings but acts song. His part alone is a drama In miniature. The program for the seven per formances of grand opera, which be- gins Monday evening. April SS, in the Auditorium Armory of Atlanta, will be as follows:
 Monday Evening Gounod's Romeo and Juliet" in French Characters:
 Juliet-Lucrezia Bori.
 Stephano-Ellen Dalossy. Gertrude-Marion Telva. Romeo-Benamino Gigli. Tybalt-Rafaelo Diaz. -- Venvoglio-Gordano Paltrinieri. Mercutio--Gustav Schutzendorf Paris-Millo Piece.
 Gregorio-Paolo Ananian. Capulet-Adamo Didur
 Frere Laurent-Leon Rothier. Le Duc-Louis D'Angelo. Incidental dances by the Corps de Ballet
 Conductor-Giuseppe Bamboschek
 Tuesday Afternoon Verdis Aida" in Italian. Char acters:
 Aida-Barbara Kemp.
 Amneris-Julia Claussen. Sacerdotessa-Laura Robertson. Radames-Martinelli
 Amonasro-Scotti.
 Ramfs-Mardones.
 Re-Italo Picchi.
 Messagero-Pietro Audisio. Incidental dances by Florence Ru- dolph and Corps de Ballet. Conductor-Roberto Moranzoni
 Wednesday Evening Donzettis Lucia di Hammer moor" Characters:
 Lucia-Galli-Curci
 Alice-Charlotte Ryan.
 Edgardo-Beniamino Gfgn. Ashton--Giuseppe de Luca. Arturo-Angelo Bada.
 Normanno-Pietro Audislo. Raimondo-Mardone
 Conduetor-Gennar Papi.
 Thursday Afternoon Verdi's Don Carlos" in Italian. Characters:
 Elisabetta-Rosa Ponselle. Eboli-Marion Telva.
 Tebaldo-Charlotte Ryan. Voce del Cielo-Laura Robertson Araldo-Angelo Bada.
 Fillippo-Feodor Chaliapin. Don Carlos-Martinelli. Rodrigo-Giuseppe de Luca. Inuuisitore-Leon Rothter. Frate-Italo Picchi.
 Incidental dances by Florence Ru- dolph, Giuseppe Bonsglio and Corps de Ballet.
 onductor-Gennaro Papi.
 Friday Evening Meyerbeer's 'IAfricaine," in Ital- ian. Characters:
 Don Pedro-Adamo Didur. Don Diego-Louis D'Angelo. Inez-Delia Reinhardt.
 Vasco-Beniamin Gigli.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
MISS SARAH MALLAM HONORS
 MISS BRAMLETT.

Miss Sarah Mallam entertained at a luncheon at the Tutwiler Satur- day, complimenting Miss Jennie Mae Bramblett, of Manchester. Tenn. whose engagement to MT. John San ford Peck, of New York, she an- nounced.
 The table was centered with a beautiful basket of spring flowers.
 Favors consisting of individual pots of flowers made of candy were placed at each cover.
 The announcement was made in a most unique manner. The place cards were in the form of a brown paper bag, with Let the cat out of the bag" printed on the outside. pink ribbon to which the name of the guest was attached was pulled, and out of the bag came a card with a Tabby cat on one side and on the other the names of the betrothed.
 The guests were: The honoree, Miss Bramblett, Miss Fidone Mallam. ot New Orleans; Miss Ruth Ford, Miss Fannie Mae Riddle, Miss Garden. Mrs. George T. Duncan, Miss Ruth Sims. Miss Duncan, Miss Darby, Mrs. Caldwell, Mrs. E. T. Mallam, Miss Keener, Miss Oberdey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
BRIDGE CLUB ENTERTAINED BY MRS. REESE MURRAY

Mrs. Reese Murray entertained her card club this week at her beautiful home on Flora avenue. The house was lavishly decorated with bright colored flowers, and several prizes were given The guests were; Mrs. Prince DeBardeleben, Mrs. Morris Bush, Mrs. Crawford Johnson, Miss Virginia Hassinser, Mrs. Dixie Me Crossin, Mrs. Al Garber, Mrs. Keen Berry, Mrs. Sterling Edwards, Mrs, John Farley, Mrs. Lloyd Bowers and Mrs. Houston Brice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
BANQUET TO BE GIVEN FOR R. Y. F. u.

Plans are now under way for the B. Y. P L. annual banquet at the Y.' M. c. A. building Friday eve ming, May 1S Miss Cherry Cole Is chairman of the banquet committee Carl McCool, district president, will serve as toastmaster.
 Hon. w. W. Brandon, governor of Alabama, will be the principal speaker. Other speakers will include Dr. Frank Willis Barnett, Mr. Luther Patrick, Rev, Emmitt Williams and o. L. Andrews. Music will be in charge of Miss Miriam Thornton. pianist, and Carl F. McCool, violinist and the Howard college quartet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
VICTORIA SEWING CLUB
 I HAS INTERESTING MEETING

Victoria Sewing club met Thursday at the home of Mrs. A, J. Townle lot of work was accomplished an a pleasant day enjoyed. A deliciou, luncheon was served to Mesdamel Sallie MewbOurne Malissa Huber, Id Scharf. Rossie Dinning. Eliza Fore Virginia Crandall. Willie Townley ant Miss Margaret Scharf. In the after noon Mrs L.. F. Hughes and Mrs c S Scott were welcome visitors. Int next meeting will be with Mrs. Elizs Ford, 223 Grace street, Thursday Nav 2.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
"CHICKsn ENTERTAINED BY MJSS GIRSON

Miss Carolyn Gibson entertained the "Chicks" Friday afternoon at her home in West End. unique contest was held, Miss Fay Watkins winning the prize. Favors were given, and music and dancing were enjoyed. The guests were: Miss Estelle Payne, Miss Hazel Miller. Miss Marjory Jones, Miss Mildred Walton. Miss Agnes Kennedy, Miss Hazel Tenn, Miss Fay Watkins and the hostess
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
DENHAM-WHITE
 WEDDING PLANS

Miss Etoile White, whose engage ment to MT. George Denham Is an nounced today, will be attended in the wedding by Mrs. Harry E. White. as matron of honor. MT. Denham will have as his best nan, MT. Amos Culp. The ceremony will take place at the hom. of the bride in Milner Heights Thursday afternoon, April 26 at o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
N. l.. T. CLUB
 GIVE DANCE.

The N. L. T. club entertained Fri day evening at the home of their president, Chas. D. Sullivan. A de-. licious fruit punch was served throughout the evening and dancing was enjoyed until a late hour, con fetti and serpentine adding much to the gaiety of the party.
 Other officers of the club are: Geo. Evans. vice president; Eugene Lyde. secretary; James Dewberry, treas urer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
CARD PARTY TO BE GIVEN nv CArCHOTvC LADIES

Mrs. John Bonnyman's band of the Altar society of St. Pauls church will have a card party Monday after
 noon at o'clock at the home of Mrs. c. M. Lathem, 1032 Crescent avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22

look to us to solve thelr hOuSefurnlshlng problems as we'll the many expres- sions of satisfaction of those who have al- ready bought. You, too, will enjoy this opportunity to see the furniture you like, displayed just as it will look in the home enjoy, too, the satisfaction that will come from furniture of character bought economically.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
ALTHEAN SOCIETY
 HAS PROGRAM.

The Althean Literary Socity, c Woodlawn high school had q yer interesting meeting in Room an at o'clock Friday evening Fac girl answered the rot! call by con mon saying of favorite teache The program was mock teacher which proved to be very interesting Several girls had a faculty meetini After all teachers had been reprf scented the judges decided that Mi' Camille Swine won first place al Grace Hayes second.
 After reports the club adjournef
 Medium Brown Hair looks best all after a Golden Clint Shampoo Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22
FRANCES THOMAS CELEBRATES
 FIFTH BIRTHDAY

Conductor-Gennaro Pati.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-22

Mrs. Heber Votaw, sister of Presi- dent Harding, occupied box and entertained guests at the Pennsyl- vania State society's meeting Monday evening. The Secretary of Labor and Mrs. Davis also occupied a box and entertained,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
: BOYS OF BIRMINGHAM
 CALLED VALUED ASSET
Worth ssO,OOO,OOO, Kiwanians Told
 By C. J. Atkinson

Birminghams 10000 boys are an sSO,000,000 asset to the city, using generally accepted figures, 66 per cent of whom are under privileged and need the attention which the Boys club can give, Kiwanis club members were told Tuesday at the Tutwiler hotel by c. J. Atkinson, executive secretary of the Bays club federation.
 If building burns, it is stricken from the ledger, but if a boy goes wrong he Is transferred to the liabi- hty side and becomes d public charge, MT. Atkinson pointed out. The Boys club deals with him when he reaches the street"
 President Erskine Ramsay said the directors would submit a plan for a Boys club building at the first May meeting.
 Courtesy in business was described by Mir J. R. McWane, president or the McWane Cast Iron Pipe company. as to the lubricant of all business and the factor which makes busi- ness worth while.
 Captains and workers for the tubelculosis campaign were named following committee report. Ed Leighton won the attendance prize donated by F. A. robertson of the Robertson Sales company. The glee club sang
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
ENSLEY MERCHANTS HOSTS TO STUDENTS
Ensley And Alliance Faculties Are
 Also Entertained

Members of the graduating class and faculty Of Ensley and Alliance High schools were guests of Ensley Merchants and Associated Business Men at their monthly banquet Tues day evening at the Ensley Masonic temple.
 Speakers were IL O. Fowler, prin- cipal of Alliance High school; E. E. smith, principal of Ensley High; J. A. Smith, president of the merchants association, and pr. F. w. Barnett w. E. Turnipseed acted as toastmas- ter.
 The banquet was reported a sue cess and the merchants were thank ed for their thoughtfulness in having the visitors present. over 100 mem bers of the graduating class and fac ulty were present The senior class the faculty and the board of directors attended 100 per cent strong.
 Several musical numbers and solos featured the program, at the close of which the students gave three cheers. for the associated business men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
FLIGHT" PAGEANT READY
bis Event Of Sunday School Meeting
 Set For Wednesday

The Light of the World pa geant, written and directed by Prof Il. Augustine Smith of the depart ment of Fine Arts in Religion of Bos- ton university will be presented at S:45 o'clock Wednesday night at the flrst Methodist church.
 The pageant is built on technique of light. beginning with one dim lit tie light, that being the light of Bethiehem; this light then attracts the attention of seven other lights. until finally there is the illumination of more than 100 lights, and then the climax comes when the entire world is radiant with thousands of lights.
 The cast includes more than 25o | persons, including the large choir. practically all of whom are Birming
 ham folk The costumes are fur | nished by Professor and Mrs. Smith. Many are garments from the silk shops of Japan, where the story was written.
 Prior to the performance, a one half-hour symphony Of color and music will be rendered by Professor 1 smith. Wednesday night will see the first presentation of the pageant in ! the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
GRUESOME STORY OF WH|PPINGS IF CONv|CTS RELATED
Former Guard at Putnam Camp In Florida Exposes
 Treatment of Men

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. April 17-(By the Associated Press.)-The joint committee of the Florida legislature Investigating reported brutallties in state and county convict camps. to- day heard gruesome testimony in connection with the death of Martin Tabert of North Duzota, who died while serving a sentence in the camp of the Putnam Lumber company near Clara, Fla.
 A. E. Shivers, former convict guard at the Putnam camp, held the com mittee spellbound as he related how prisoners were flogged by the whip ping boss" He declared the whip ping was a daily occurrence, and that from one to five men were whipped each day to the best of his knowl- edge. He was employed by the com pany for more than six months, he said
 Shivers was grilled into giving minor details, and he named Walter Higginbotham now under a first de- gree murder indictment, as the whipping boss" of the camp. and who gave Tabert more than 100 licks, he said, with a heavy strap four days before the youth died.
 Convicts Witnessed Floggfng.
 In describing the whipping, the witness arose to his feet and gave a demonstration as to the actions of the whipping boss" He declared this particular whipping administered to Tabert was done in the presence of so to 90 convicts and guards, that after more than 100 licks had been given the youth, the whipping boss followed the youth as he staggered in a half circle about the camp hitting him over the head with the handle ot the strap.
 Prior to Shivers taking the stand Sheriff J. R. Jones of Tallahassee tes. tified as to the arrest conviction and leasing of Tabert to the lumber com pany.
 During his testimony the sheriff
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
Women of Three Generations

The daughter. mother, and grand mother have all proved from person. al experience the remarkable strengthening and tonic properties of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound in overcoming the ills of wom- en. It was first made from roots and herbs in 1873 by Lydia E. Pink ham of Lynn, Mass, for her neigh bors and friends. Its fame has spread from shore to shore until 1t is now looked upon by women every where as the standard remedy for woman'S ills. It has been proved that it benefits 9S out of every 100 women who try it. which is mar vicious record for any remedy to hold. Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
BRANDON ON SELMA'S' BIGY. M. C. A. PROGRAM


 SELMA, Ala. April r. - Special Wire. )-The Selma Y. M. c. A. is planning big things for next Thurs day night when it expects 150 Y. M. C. A. workers from over the south. The work in all the states will be discussed and plans worked out for building Selma's new s200,Oo build ing. s. A. Ackley, southern regional secretary, and the following commit tee have the program In charge: T. T. Shanks, Lloyd M. Hooper, s. c. Armstrong, E. c. Melvin, J. B. Ellis and M. Hohenberg.
 Next Sunday afternoon will be giv- en to the Y. M C. A. and an address will be given by Governor W. W. Brandon on "Selma's Greatest Enter prise.' J. B. Ellis will preside and the program will include addresses by the governor and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
OPPOSES LAND HOLDING
Matter Before |. s, Good Roads
 ASsOCf0fion

GREENVILLE, S. C.. April 17.-An appeal by o. A. Larrazola, president of the organization. that delegates go on record as opposing further hold ing by the federal government of public lands in western states. and series of addresses by nota bles from several sections of the country to- day featured the first business ses- sion of the annual convention the United States Good Roads association. fresldent Larrazola's appeal was made in the course of his annual ad- dress. He said that later on during the convention he would offer a reso- luuon embodying his ideas.
 Mrs. Rebecca Latimer Felton of Georgia, the only woman who ever was member of the United States senate; Gov. Thomas W. Hardwick of Georgia, and former United States Senator Charles F. Townsend of Michigan also spoke
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
CLOE ASKS COURTESY
Auto Owners Requested To Keep
 Cars At Home This Week

Commissioner of Public Safety w. B. Cloe Tuesday night asked the citi- zens of Birmingham, through The Age-Herald, to show new form of courtesy to visitors attending the Masonic ceremonies and the Ala abam a Sunday School association.
 It is this: Because the streets are crowded with pedestrians, many of them children, automobile owners are requested not to park their cars downtown and to refrain from driv- ing through this district as much as possible.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
START MEMORIAL DRIVE

NEW YORK. April 17.-President Harding and Governor Smith will at tend dinner here May 17, when a campaign will be opened to create a permanent endowment fund for dec orating graves of American soldiers in Europe, it was announced today by the executive committee of the memorial dinner committee. The me- morial movement is sponsored by the American Legion and other na- tional patriotic organizations, it was i6
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
sTJDY CLUB ELECTS

SAMSON, Ala, April 17.-(By Spe- cial Leased Wire)-The, Samson Study club yesterday elected the fol- lowing officers: Mrs F. L. Thornton, president; Mrs. C. w. Farmer, vice president; Miss Maude Seller, secre- tary and treasurer; Mrs. J. B. Pinck- ard, corresponding secretary, and Mrs. '. J. Boozer. parliamentarian
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
TRACING MOVEMENTS
Atlantic Fishermen Asked To Kee,
 Lookout For Tags

WASHINGTON. April 1.-The de- partment of commerce today warned Atlantic fishermen to be on the looKout this summer for 10000 spe- cially tagged fish which are to be turned loose in the ocean for the purpose of charting their move ments.
 reward of % cents will be paid for the return of each tag with in formation surrounding the catch of the fish bearing it
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
KING ALFONSO LUCKY

MADRID, April 17.-With his two victories at the spring race meeting al Seville, King Alfonso's horses have won 300 events and brought him prizes amounting to approximately 100000 pesetas since the establish ment of his racing stable in 1916. His stable contains IS racers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
PROHIBITION VICTIMS

WASHINGTON, April 17.-Thirty- three federal prohibition agents have been killed since prohibition became effective, Commissioner Haynes an nounced with the declaration that when an officer of the law is killed by rum runner or bootleeger. the verdict should be such as to strik Q terror in the hearts of such slayers :,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
ROPER AFTER CHILD BEATER

NEW YORK, April 17.-Bob Roper of Roanoke, Va, heavyweight pugil- ist. suggested in letter to magis- trate Brown in Brooklyn that he be appointed to administer punishment to William Long, under arrest charged with beating his 16-year- old blind step daughter. The magistrate withheld comment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
BANK BANDIT CAUCuT

BARTLESVlLLE, Okla, April 17.- After gun fight with a posse head ed by Sheriff Cook of Osage county. Pat Ward, alleged bank bandit: his rather. Cleo Ward, and Ed Schull were arrested near Ochelata. late to- day in connection with the attempted robbery of the Pawhuska post office this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
VETERANS ROBBED

Selma's veterans returning from the Ned Orleans reunion reported various experiences. Thomas Hud- son, one of the veterans, was robbed of S75 and two railroad tickets. Pickpockets seemed to be busy among the veterans. MT. O'Neal, of Selma, also was robbed of S10 and his return tickets. It was also reported that three of the veterans died during the reunion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
PRAISES EQUIPMENT
Railway Association Reports 50.IO7
 Servicenble Locomotives

NEW YORK, April 17,-Railroads of the United States have more serv iceable locomotives now than they ever had in their history. said a state ment issued by the American Railway association today. The total is o0.- 107, 103 more than were ready for use when the shopmens strike started
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
MAYOR NOMINATED
John T. AIsOp, Jr., Named For Hfgf
 Place At Jacksonville.

CKSONVILLE, Fla, April IT, John T. Alsop. Jr.. former president of the city council. was nominated for mayor of Jacksonville in the dem ocratic primary today by majority of between 1.250 and 1,500. The elec- tion was conceded by J. F. T. Bowen, the rival candidate. The nomination ia Nirtuallv the election.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18
JASPER MAN INJURED

J. w. Crocker, Jasper, Ala, re ceived severe head lacerations at 10:10 o'clock Tuesday night at Fourt h avenue and Nineteenth street when he is said to have stepped in the path of an~>automobile driven by H. J Martin of Camp Hill, Ala. Crocker was rushed to Norwood hospital by Ridout. Hospital attendants said he would be able to leave the hospital Wednesday,.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-18

ditions of the company were good. The working routine. he declared was from o'clock in the morning until o'clock at night. He further said that cots were furnished the prisoners and some of them were given night shirts" He later testi- fled that many of the prisoners un- der lis supervision-Tabert worked iH his gang-were forced to work from sunup to sundown in the camps in water ranging from the ankles to the hips+in depth. .t-
 Tabert was whipped on a Friday night, Shivers testified. He said that morning they walked approximately two miles to the swamp. Tabert was unable to keep up and often during the march, which was done at rap id pace, he said he would make the other prisoners stop and wait for the North Dakotan.
 Describes Whipping.
 When they returned to the guard house that night, Higginbotham, Shivers declared, lined up the prison CTS and called Tabert out of line.
 "'Get down. Higginbotham told Tabert," Shivers said.
 The youth laid down on his stom- ach." declared the witness and Hig- ginbotham pulled up his shirt. He gave him about 30 licks as Tabert groaned and screamed for mercy. Tabert kept on twitching his body, so Higginbotham placed the heel of his boot on the youths neck to make him keep his body rigid. He then gave him about 30 to 40 lcks."
 "Higginbotham told Tabert to get up and the boy was a little slow about it, so Higginbotham said. you can't work yet. eh" and pushed the boy down on the ground again. This time he gave him about 25 licks. He told Tabert to get up and when the boy strengthened, Higginbotham made pass at him with the handle of the strap. He missed him and Tabert staggered around in half-circle with Higginbotham hitting him over the head and shoulders" declared Shlvers. Tabert died Tuesday night. he said.