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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
MISS CORRIE HILL
 ENTERTAINING VISITORS

Never have three more dttrdctlVe girls been together in one house than the three lovely girls who are the guests of Miss Corrie Hill at her spacious home on South Court street. The visitors are Miss Clara Eugenia Donald and Miss Elizabeth Rigsby of Bessemer, Ala, and Miss Evelyn Wat kins of Pensacola, Fla.
 Miss Hill is one of the most charming young hostesses in the city and every minute spent by visitors in her home are ones of real delight. Bridge parties, luncheons, teas and other amusements keep the younger set on the go all the time. Mrs. Will Hill, mother of Miss Corrie Hill, is planning to entertain for the fair visitors at an early date.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

 form his partner of the situation. Partner of the bidder may bid or not. as he pleases. but if he passes the doubler's partner, unless he holds such a strong hand that he thinks his partners double will be effec- tice, must bid.
 Should the partner of the doubler have the suit that has been bid stop ped, he can bid a no-trump. but If he hasn't. he must bid his best suit, no matter how poor 1t Is, for his partner has informed him that he holds the other three suits. A Step Up The ladder In The
 Informatory Double.
 Now we double three of q minor suit for information, when partner has not bid. The doubler, holding the major suits, but not having length enough to bid either of them, by doubling, asks his partner to bid a major suit. The partner then bids his best suit as well as the minor suit which he has doubled
 The reason the double of three if a suit Is confined to the minor suits, is that the partner, who may have a poor hand. is not forced to bid four of anything over a major suit bid of three.
 When three of minor suit is
 
 his partner that he Is willing to play either of the major suits.
 o O O
 Examples Of Informatory Doubles. 1. Dealer bids a Diamond: second hand doubles. This is informatory, because the doubler's partner has not yet bid.
 g. Dealer bids A club, second hand a spade. Third and fourth hands pass. Dealer goes to two clubs and second hand doubles. This Is busi- ness, although doubler's partner has said nothing so far. but the double was not made al the first oppor- tunity.
 3. Dealer bids a spade. second hand doubles, third hand says two spades, fourth hand and dealer pass. If sec ond hand doubles two spades. that is still informatory, the doubler's partner has not yet bid, and spades were doubled at the first opportunity. 4. Dealer bids spade, second hand doubles, third hand says two spades, and fourth hand doubles two spades This is business, because the part
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
w. c. T. U. CELEBRATES GOLDEN JIJBILEE

One of the most interesting and en- joyable affairs of the week took place Friday afternoon at o'clock at the home of Mrs. J. W. Reinhardt on Holcombe street, when the local organization of the Woman's Chris tian Temperance uniCn celebrated the golden jubilee of the National Woman's Christian Temperance union Saturday. July 21, being the birth day of Miss Anna Gordon, president of the National and Worlds Woman's Christian Temperance union. Her birthday was also celebrated at the meeting Friday afternoon.
 The meeting was opened with the Crusade song, read by the president; Mrs. J. B. Chatfield, followed by the invocation by Mrs. Fitzgerald Salter. A short business session was held when reports of the last meeting were given and other business dis panied by Mrs W. M. Cox, sung the marching song, Forward. March" Mrs. c. E.. Johnson gave 8 reading, Why a Million Membersr'
 Mrs. Joshua Clarke rendered . beautiful solo, accompanied by Mrs. r. Collier, after which Miss Helen Ewing gave a reading.
 The home of Mrs. Reinhardt was artistically decorated in yellow and white daisies. carrying out a color scheme of yellow and white. The punch table. which was in the dining room, was artistic in its appoint ments. The table was spread with lace cloth over yellow satin and centered by a silver basket filled with sunset roses. At one end of the tabhe the punch bowl was banked with daisies and at the other end tho beau tifully embossed birthday cake held 50 candles which wore held in place by yellow roses. As the cake was cut by Mrs. W. H. Hannon, toasts to the Woman's Christian Tenperanoe union were given.
 The meeting of the Woman's Christian Temperance union Friday afternoon was one of the most en- 1oyable ever held by this organiza- tion of women.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

dOubler m meanS buS- ness. The double, { therefore, Is only 3nformatory where the partner has passed or had no chance to speak.
 F O r instance, lealer bids one or
 wo of a major suit. IT one. two or three of the minor suits, and the adversary has a no-trum p )id Gall but 8 stop per in the suit )id); however, he cannot bid a mo- trump. as he would be disobeying the
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
WRITERS WILL
 MEET IN MONTENALLO

A meeting of statewide interest to Alabama writers will be held in Montevallo, Ala, at the Alabama Girls Technical Institute and Col lege for Women. the fourth week in August, beginning Monday August, 20, at 1O:30 o'clock in the morn ing, and during the following days there are to be three daily sessions.
 The mornig sessions will be de- voted to lectures and discussions; afternoons to round table discussions and the evening to literary. musial and social affairs. Mrs. Mary Staten Gilmore is the competent general chairman and the days pri grams will be presided over by Mrs. Chap pell C ry of Birmingham, assisted by Mrs. Agnes Ware Bishop of Selma.
 Tuesday will be devoted to poetry, sonnets and song writing with Mrs. J. x. Cornelius presiding, assisted by Mrs. Scottie McKensie Frazier.
 Short stories and stories for chill dren will be the topic of discussion for Wednesday and Mrs. Kate Down. ing Ghent will preside, assisted by Mrs. J. E. Penny and Mrs c. J. Sharp.
 Mrs. Septimus Hudson and Mrs. Katherine Hopkins Chapman will preside at the Thursday meeting, when the novelette, will be discussed. Friday Miss Nimmo Green and Mrs. Marie Bankhead owen of Mont gomery will preside, assisted by Mrs. Frank Durham.
 The reception committee will in- clude: pr. and Mrs. T. W. Palmer, pr. Q. C. Carmichael, dean of the col lege; Mrs. Carmichael, and Mrs. Nit tie owen McDavid of Montevallo. Mrs, Gilmore, general chairman, Is making excellent arrangements for the conclave, and with Mrs. Rather inc Hopkins Chapman, as chairman of program committee. splendid program will be presented. Mrs. Chapman is one of Alabama's best known writers and her writings have been accepted by many of the best publishers. She is in close touch with the writers of the state and knows just who will add to the pro- gram.
 Among some of the prominent women of the state. who will be on the program, are Mrs. Val Taylor of Uniontown, president of the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs; Miss Winnifred Kimball of Florida, for merly of this state, who won the ten thousand dollar photoplay con test will talk on How I Broke Into Scenario Writing.' Other dis tinquished visitors will be Miss Martha Young and Mrs. Ida Moore (Betsy Hamilton).
 Publicity for the conclave will be in charge of Mrs. Josephine Nixon Henley. assisted by Mrs. H. Scudder Ryall, and those desiring informa- tion are asked to address 5914 First avenue, Birmingham. Anyone h. terested in literature and writing In any form Is invited to attend any or all sessions of this meeting. pro- vided of course, that the chairman of publicity. Is notified in advance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
BAPTIST WOMEN WILL
 HOLD ,VOIN'V MEETING

The Baptist Young Peoples Coun- cil and the Woman's Missionary Union association will hold joint meeting Friday, July 27, from II to 4 o'clock, at the Highland Avenue Baptist church. splendid program has been arranged for the day and good attendance is expected.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

Liver Is a good summer dish. Use calves liver and bake 1t instead Of frying. Do not have 1t sliced. Put the liver in baking pan with a little water, season with salt and pepper and spread butter liberally over top. Basts frequently. Thicken liquid in pan. add a few drops of lemon juice or vinegar and pour 1t over tho liver in platter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
BEAUVOIR CLUB SCENE
 OF DELIGHTFUL DANCE

The Beauvoir club was the scene of many interesting parties at the Thursday evening dinner dance which Is prominent social event every two weeks at this popular club. The dinner dance was to have been held on the roof garden of the club, which is most attractively ar ranged and an ideal spot for a dance but due to the heavy downpour of rain all the evening, dinner was served in the spacious dining room and the ball room was filled with club members and their guests.
 A group of charming visitors were entertained and many congenia. family parties gathered for dinner at S:30 o'clock. They were joined later in the evening by others, who went just for the dancing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
SERVICE STAR LEGION
 WILL. HOLD MEETING

The Service Star legion (was mothers) wilt hold a special meet ing Thursday afternoon at o'clock. at the Y. w. C. A. on South Perry street and every member is asked to be present, as matters of vital im- portance will be brought up for dis cussion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
Engagements
wHITE-BRoADFOoT

MT. and Mrs. R. B. Broadfoot of Florence, Ala, announce the engagement of their daughter, Marie, to MT. Paul Ernest White, the wedding to take place on August 6.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
SCHILLINGs ENTERTAIN
 AT SWIMMING PARTY

One of the most delightful and in- formal ways to entertain during the hot summer days is at a swimming party and the lovely swimming pool at the Montgomery Country club is ever popular for this form of amuse- ment. Thursday evening MT. and Mrs, Ed Schilling entertained K friends at a delightful swimming 9 party, after which a delicious course dinner was servel in the beautiful dining room of the club.
 Dancing was enjoyed until a late hour. making the event one of the most delightful of the month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
MORLEY-CLARKE

Mir. and Mrs. J. E. Clark of Florence, Ala, announce the en- gagemnet of their daughter, Vista lone, to MT. Hugh Mayer Morley, the wedding to take place place July 23.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
BRAIN SALAD

Proceed as above and instead of slicing the brains dice them and cover with a French dressing. Let stand a couple of hours then drain mix with equal quantity of diced celery. one chopped hard boiled egg and mayonnaise dressing. Serve on lettuce leaves.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
LASATER-GLENN

Mrs James Whitfield Glenn of Opelika, Ala, announce the en- gagement of her daughter, Mary Frances, to MT. Marion Earl Las ater, the wedding to take place August 16, in Opelika.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
KEENAN-TOMPKINs

Mrs. James Farrior Tompkins of Fitzpatrick, Ala, announces the engagement of her daughter, Lillian Claire, to Dr. James Kee- nan of Selma, the wedding to take place in August.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

Bake large cakes slowly: small cakes quickly. Thin cakes will re- quire from fifteen to twenty min- utes in a quick oven; ordinary loaf cakes from thirty to forty minutes; loaf cakes like pound cakes, from one to one and a half hours: fruit cakes, several hours, according to size.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

Experts of the United States Bureau of Mines have perfected a method for purifying helium gas by passing 1t through charcoal main tained at a temperature of 312 de- grees below zero.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

In making fruit salads other than the citrus variety sprinkle fruit with a little lemon juice to avoid its be- coming dark oolored. The lemon will also add c good flaveT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

A new measure for dispensing oil to automobiles has a strainer across 1t half way down and a valve at the bottom operated by . thumb lever on tho handle to release the oil through . flexible spout.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

To distribute the weight more evenly, trackless trolley cars have been designed in England having six wheels, one pair carrying the rear half of the load and the other four the front half.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
PILOT LODGE SCENE
 OF VARIOUS ACTIVITIES


 Pilot Lodge, which Is situated on S shade trees. 14 miles from Montaom- cry, has been the scene of many gay parties the past week. The Eram- mar grade girls of the girl reserves of the Young Woman's Christian as- sociation have been enjoying a week of study and rest. under the super vision of Miss Mary Kate Lewis. sec- retary of girls work of the Young Womans Christian association.
 Pionio suppers. stunts, contests and all kinds of outdoor sports keep the happy campers busy all the time. Thursday Is Prattville Day for tha girls at Pilot Lodge, and this day Is one of real enjoyment for every one at the lodge. They go to PrAttvilla on the morning train. take a basket filled with good things to eat, and never forget theiI-bathfng suits. The people in Prattville are very hospi- table and look forward to that spe- cial day. when the Young Woman's Christian association girls will be their guests for a day.
 Pilot Lodge is not just for girls n the teen ages. but for any business girl or woman. who needs Q rest and cannot 20 so far from home. Reser- vations are now being made for later in the month. and those desiring in- formation are asked to call Mrs. L. L. DeJarnette at the Young Woman's Christian association on Montgomery street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
NO. XV INFOR DOUBLES

An informatory double Is a com mand for the partner to bid, not polite request.
 If partner has bid previously to the bid which has been doubled, the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
FOSTERS ARE GUESTS IN UNION SPRINGS

MT. and Mrs. Hugh Foster of this city formerly of Union Springs, Ala, and frequent visitors to their old home. have just returned from a de- nghtful visit there. and while In that city they were the guests of honor at number of informal par ties.
 Probably one of the most enjoyable events of the week took place Thurs day when they were guests of honor at picnic at Rosenstihl lake, given by Col. and Mrs. H. J. Rosenstihl. Inls lake, which Is one of the beauty spots of that section Is situated in the midst of a flourishing pecan grove and Is bordered with beautiful red cannas, which are in bloom at this time. A delicious picnic supper was served later in the evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

delightful house party. They will leave early in the week for a stay of several weeks at Tate Springs. Yum.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
YOUNG CAPITAL GIRLS
 ORGANIZE NEW CLVR

A number of young girls met sev- eral days ago and organized a club which Is to be known as Les En- fantes Sans Souci, the first meeting being held Wednesday afternoon with Miss Mary Atkinson. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Miss Mary Lou Dobson, presi- dent Miss Sallie Brown, vice presj- dent; Miss Olivia Bourne, secretary treasurer. MT. and Mrs. Robert Up- church. chaperones.
 The following committees were appointed: Social, Miss Sallie Brown, chairman; Miss Eva Meek
 Business-Miss Zara Dobson, chair man; Miss Edna Gray Borden.
 Refresnment-Miss Eleanor In- gram. and Miss Mary Emma Pickett, assistants; Miss Olive Gibbons. chair man.
 Chief Leader-Mrs. Robert uD- church.
 Songsters-Miss Olivia Bourne and Miss Sallie Brown.
 White and red will be the club col ors. with the carnation as the club flower. The pin and motto are to be chosen later. The following girls are members: Miss Mary Atkinson, Miss Ollvla Bourne, Miss Edna Mae Bor- den. Miss Sallie Brown, Miss Mary Lou and zara Dobson, Miss Olive Gih- bons. Miss Eleanor Ingram, Miss Eva Meek and Miss Mary Emma Pickett
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
SEAY-MILEs WEDDING TO RE IOUEUV ExyrTNr

Cordial interest centers in the mar riage of Miss Margaret Miles and MT. Noble Harris Seay, both of this city which will be beautifully solemnized. 5 o'clock. at the First Baptist church. In the absence of the pas ter, pr. Charles Stakely, who Is away on his vacation, pr. Paul c. Bomar, president or Judson eoiTeIs-, will perform the impress cere- mony. The bride-to-be is an alumnus of Judson.
 Preceding the ceremony, Prof. T. c. Galloway, organist of the First Bap- tist church, will render a program of lovely music, assisted by Miss Juliette Burke, violinist. and Miss Eltise Cromwell. contralto soloist.
 Mrs. Arthur Mead. sister of the bride, will be matron of honor, and Mrs. J. T. Miles of this city, sister, Alley of Sheffield. Ala, sister of the groom, will be the matrons: the at- tractive bridesmaids will be Miss Mary Collier of Memphis. Tenn. and Miss Mary Eaton of this city.
 The bride will be given in mar riage by her brother, T. J. Miles of this city. and the dainty flower girls bride, and Martha Burke Rouse. The ring bearer will be Harwell G. Davis, Jr.
 MT. Seay will have for his best man, MT. Tandy G. Finn of this city and the groomsmen will be MT. Fred Cor mley, MT. Lewis Dinsmore and MT. Arthur Mead of this city and Mir, Roy Cox of Birmin gham.
 Imm diately ofter the ceremony Mir Seay and his bride will leave for an extended wedding trip to the mountains of North Carolina, and on their return will be at home tt' number of informal affairs have ben planned for Miss Miles, who has many friends in this city, who are Interested in her marriage and who are delighted that she will continu@ to make this city her home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
GIRLS IN SHRINE
 rnIrrru ENTvTrRT

GIRLS IN SHRINE
 FOLLIES ENTERTAINED
 The Montgomery Country club was the scene of a merry party Friday evening when tho girls took part in the Shrine Follies of 1923, were en- tertained by local Shriners at din- ner-dance. For the occasion the beautiful club rooms were made more attractive by quantities of summer flowers in bright colors, and all dur ing the dinner various stunts were given for the entertainment of the guests. The Nomads furnished music for the evening. which was delightful from start to finish.
 The girls who were the honored guests on this occasion were Miss Martha Right. Miss Philippa Haardt, Miss Catherine Zirkie, Miss Agnes Thornton, Miss Maud Bakeg Miss Margaret Futile, Miss Orline Futile, Miss Banksie Craven, Miss Nell Ross, Miss Anne Paul Goldthwaite, Miss Margaret Thompson, Miss Emily Matthews. Miss Emily Carroll and Miss Mary Cecil West. Other guests were MT. and Mrs. Reese Martin, MT. and Mrs. Henry Clay Johnston and Mrs. Frank Henderson
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22
SOCIAL LIFE" TOPIC
 CHRISTIAN ENDEAvOH

The Intermediate Christian En- ceavor society of the First Presby- tertan church has planned a splendid program. The topic Is Social Life" so these young people plan to have very informal meeting this Sun day afternoon at 3:45 in the junior room of the church. Everyone will be seated around a table and some time before main discussion of the topic light refreshments will be served.
 After tho discussion of the topic the meeting will be turned over to tho vice president, MT. Raymond Wallace, for a very impressive and inspiring reception service for the new members
 Opening service for 10 minutes.
 Silent prayer closed by Mr. Walter Shepherd.
 S song o,{. No. ss' You May Have the Announcements by tho various
 Report of tho information commit tee, MT. Raymond Wallace.
 Violin solo,, Miss Erhlio.
 Scripture reading. I Cor. x:ss, 24, S1-sS; xi:1. John ThoringtSn.
 Prayer, Mrs. Rankin. ent Day Social Life Would Christ Approve? What Disapprover' by Miss Dorothy Kennedy. Miss Agnes Besson, Miss Eulalie Little, Miss Ethel Zu- Der and MT. John Thorington.
 Sentence prayers opened by Miss Ruth Anthony and closed by Miss Elizabeth Farmer.
 Song, Open Ny Eyes That I May See"
 Reception service, MT. Raymond Wallace.
 Ironic benediction, Miss Ethel Zu- Der presidinH.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

A number of the younger college set have been so busy since scho- closed that complete rest was need ed and these young ladies chaper- oned by Miss Kate Clark spent the week at Passamore place on the Wares Ferry road. Although the camping party was planned for rest, very little resting has been done by these popular young girls, for visi . tors from this city have kept them busy entertaining, and the young boys in their crowd found many ex- cuses to spend a good deal of time at Passamores this week. Tn the party were Miss Nell Thomas, Miss Benne Crum. Mss Sara Mayfeld. Mss Julie Pitts, Miss Olive Gardner and Miss Emme Taber.
 From time to time Montgomery people come and go, so that 1t is hard to keep in touch with them. but judging from all the reports from those who are travelling and those who are spending the time a home the summer days are drawing to a close all too soon, for every one has some plan which they wish to carry cut before the dreary days of winter reach this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-22

Miss Laure Inge Hill, Miss Laura Groom Hill and Miss Elizabeth will return Sunday from Perdido Beach, where they have been members of a
The Omaha morning bee. [volume] (Omaha [Neb.]) 1922-1927, 1923-10-08
Knox County Livestock
Body Elects Officers

Bloomfield. Neb.. Oct. At the
annual meeting of the Knox County
Better Livestock and Fair associa-
ton the following officers and super
intendents were chosen for the en-
suing year:
President. Henry Kuhl. Plainview;
vice president. J. F. Mattern. Winnie
toon: secretary. W. II. Weber. Bloom
field: treasurer, {. T. Heckt, Bloom
field.
Directors: T. G. Reetz. Bloomfield;
]. II. Gesler. Bloomfield; p. II. Green,
Creighton; f. II. Mason. Bloomfield
e. A. Holmquist. Wausa; 4. n.
Powell. BloomGeld.
The bylaws were amended. chang
ing the number of directors from six
TO nine and the other three will be
chosen later from towns in the coun-
ty not represented on the board.
Superitendents: Swine, E. n.
Powell: cattle. ]. d. Pollock: horses.
!. Il. Gossard: agriculture. John Kan
mer: pig club. l.. B. Crew; speed. j.
{. Hansen; poultry. J. II. Gosler: gen
eral superintendent ladies' depart
ment, Mrs f. II. Mason.
II was voted TO hold four day fair
next year, the week following the
state fair. This years fair was a
success. The receipts fully paid out
and also paid for new hog barn and
a number OF other building improve
mentS