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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
DECEMBER BIRTHDAY

Holly and the poinsettias divide honors as the December flower Either will do admirably for effec- tive decorations.
 It would be especially appropriate to have candles as the outstanding feature of the birthday table in De- cember. Tn the center of the table candle holder in the form of a large red poinsettia with green leaves extending at each side Is one of the offerings in the shops. Of course the candles should be red or green. Barberry candles are espe- cfally suitable for the December party. If the birthday is near Christmas time the Santa Claus can dle would be pretty if there is no shade.
 Individual cakes at each plato with candle in each would make a good display. Use spools for candle hold CTS. The cakes can be baked with the spool in the center or the center can be cut out of the cake and the spool inserted. Ornament top of cake; lay a bit of holly on the spool top and place a candle in each spool opening.
 Set the cakes in small individual plates. Place wreath of holly or poinsettia around the base of each cake, also around the centre candle unless you use the suggested floral candle holder.
 If a large birthday cake is pre- ferred have this on center of table. In center of cake have whichever flower Is used in the decorative scheme. Place a wreath of the same on the table around base of cake if cake is the sole centerpiece.
 Use green or red painted spools for candle holders. Decorate with holly sprig and arrange these in shape of . star, having the cake in center. If necessary the holders can be set apart and the continuity of the star retained by sprays. of holly between the spools.
 If candles are placed on the cake instead of the table 1t would be pretty to arrange these in the star shape, which is so suggestive of the season.
 For tho rest of the decorations both the holly and poinsettia are so largely exploited in decorative ar ticles as well as table accessories that 1t merely requires visit to the shops to obtain ample suggestions for the December birthday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
Mrs. Bowie Honors Mrs. Nesbit At
 Reception

With charm and graciousness that is most marked when as hostess in her own home Mrs. Sydney J. Bowie dispensed the hospitality yes- terday afternoon entertaining with beautiful reception experimenting Mrs. W. D. Nesbit, who has recently returned from an extended European trip.
 The spacious Bowie home on Glen avenue was bright with a profusion of flowers for this occasion. Stan dards of orchid chrysanthemums were placed in the hall, where Mrs. Ed Crawford, together with Mrs. Webb Crawford and Mrs. H. NJ. Ed monds, greeted tl.e guests.
 In the drawing room the mantel was most attractive with especially built boxes on each side where pink carnations, orchid chrysanthemums and trailing vines made & realistic picture. Mrs. Bowie received here with Mrs. Nesbit, Mrs. Nathan Miller and Mrs. T. c. Mcclellan.
 The table in the dining room held center decoration of pink roses and orchid chrysanthemums. Mrs. R. H. Pearson and Mrs. T. c. Bush poured tea. Assisting in the courtesies here were Mrs. Don MarinG, Mrs. Grace Harrison, Mrs. W. L. Murdoch. Mrs Alexander Garber and Mrs. s. c. Orr.
 Miss Edith Sinclair of Mobile, & niece of the hostess, Mrs. James L. Davidson. Mrs Henry Badham and Miss Emmie Barnett served an ice from the library where yellow chrysanthemums and red Christmas plants were effectively used.
 In the sun room Mrs. J. W. Don nelly, Mrs. c. B. Glenn, Mrs. E. H. Cabinass and Mrs. Leslie Fulen- wilder received.
 Mrs. Bowie wore a lovely gold and green brocaded gown.
 Mrs. Nesbit was beautiful in a Parisian model.
 Mrs Ed Crawford wore a dress of sunset color georgette beaded, while Mrs. Don Maring was attrac- tive in yellow lace, these being the two daughters of the hostess; i; and Miss Edith Sinclair wore an American beauty velvet gown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
Municipal Orchestra To Be Heard In
 Concert

The municipal orchestra will be heard in a series of 12 concerts at the Masonic Temple auditorium, be- ginning next Sunday, December 9, at 3:30 o'clock. These concerts are free to the public and in selecting the Masonic Temple, with seating capacity of more than 5000, the great crowds of music lovers will be well cared for.
 The city commission, in authoriz- ing these concerts, feels that a pro- gram of fine music on Sunday aft crnoons, is form of recreation the city needs and take pleasure in in- Vting those who enjoy orchestra music in its better form.
 The soloist will be Elizabeth Jor- ian Brewer lyric soprano, who will be heard in an aria from "Louise,' as well as I group of three songs. Mrs. Brewer possesses voice of rare beauty, and this combined with a charming personality, always makes her 8 great favorite. The pro- gram, as announced by o. Gordon Erickson, conductor, includes works by Wagner, Gounod. Verdis Charpen- tier, Luigin and Grieg. The doors of the temple will be open at 2:45 o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
DRAMATIC CLUB TO
 GIVE PROGRAM AT HOWARD

The Dramatic club of Howard col lege will appear in program in the college auditorium on the evening of December II. the performance having been postponed on account of. the illness of three members of the cast
 The Howard Orchestra and Glee club will also contribute to the pro- gram.
 The following program will be rem dered:
 Orchestra.
 Mad, Mad" one-act play. Ruth Pace, Evelyn Clark, Loyce Hendrix Addielee Madison, Helen Bass.
 Girls Glee club.
 sham" a one act play Jonnie Lee Poole, Arthur Walters, Rupert Nix, Tom Kelly.
 Girls Glee club.
 Suppressed Desires" one-act play, Gertrude York, Mabel Willough- by, Meyer Newfield
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MEETING OF MEMORIAL AND PATRIOTIC SOCIETY

The United Memorial and Patriotic society had an interesting meeting Monday evening, December 3, at the Tutwiler. Major Montie Ullman gave the splendid address of the eve ming and Lieut.. Lewis Bailes gave the song-poem, Alabama"
 The following additional officers were elected, first vice president, Mir. Lewis Bailes; second vice presi- dent, Col. William G. OBear, and treasurer, Mrs. Watt T. Brown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
ALFALFA SMITH

Dear reader: We hear lot about the habit of success, but little about the habit of failure. When you start something and do not finish 1t, you are sowing seeds of failure. When you make promise and do not keep 1t. you are doing the>same thing It were better not to start but, hav- ing started thing, finish it at all cost.
 The world is cluttered up today with a lot of unfinished things. Finish the job!
 Very sincerely,
 ALFALFA SMITH
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
H.AIRSTON-STEELE
 WEDDING ANNOUNCED

The following announcement has been received by friends in BirminG ham who will be deeply interested:
 MT. and Mrs. Robert. L. Steele an- nounce the marriage of their daugh- ter, Katie Lucille, to-, Mir. William Burton Hairston on Wednesday, De- cember 5, 1923, Birmingham, Ala. At home after December 20, Brming ham, Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MRS. WEBB ITO ENTERTAIN
 FOR MISS ALEXANDER

Among the lovely pre-nuptiaI af- fairs planned for popular bride elect will be luncheon to be given today for Miss Mary Alexander, to which Mrs. Charles Blanton Webb has invited number of her friends. The luncheon will be given at the home of Mrs. Webb on Wacouma street and only members of the we'd ding party will be included in the hospitality
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MOBILE WEDDING OF INTEREST HERE

The wedding of Miss Elizabeth Haywood Heakes to MT. Joseph Adams Howell of Mobile is interest ing because of the relatives and friends in this city. The following invitation has been issred:
 Mrs. Willie Miles Heakes invites you to be present at the marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth Haywood, to Mir. Joseph Adams Howell on Sat urday, December 15, hist noon, Christ church, Mobile, Alabama.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MISS JONES TO HONOR BRIDE-ELECT

Among the lovely social functions planned this week for a popular bride-elect will be a tea Friday aft ernoon at which Miss Josephine Jones will entertain for Miss Mary Alexander and Miss Kensett Reeves of Norfolk, Va, who is in the city to attend the Drennen-A wed ding.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
LINERS CARRY OWN GARDENS

Nearly every large liner making a business of carrying passengers car ries one or more gardeners. Without them it would not be possible for such liners as the Majestic. the Mau- retania and Aquitania to be such floating palaces or floating gardens. Huge quantities of cut flowers and many potted plants are used on these liners on every voyage. They have discovered that roses are not good sea travellers at all. regardless of ex- pert care. but that chrysanthemums and carnations thrive on the rolling main.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MRS. LESLIE ENTERTAINS CLEANERS CLASS

Mrs E. K. Leslie was hostess to t.e members of the Cleaners class of the Handley Memorial church Wed nesday, entertaining with a spend- the-day party.
 The guests were Mrs. George W. Whilden, Mrs. Felix B. Lestwich Mrs. Fitch, Mrs. Walter Frank, Mrs. Jack Holmes, Mrs. J. B. Belford, Mrs. Stfdle and Mrs. B. Blackburn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MIR. AND MRS. MASSEY
 HONOREES AT DINNER

MT. and Mrs. Keith entertained last evening with an informal dinner party at their home complimenting MT. and Mrs. Richard Massey, who have recently returned from an ex- tensive foreign trip. The other guests were Mrs. Hubert Scruggs and MT. and Mrs. J. II. Eddy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
TO WELCOME NORTH BIR- MINGHAM PASTOR

The congregation of the North Bir- mingham Presbyterian church will give an informal reception at the church auditorium Friday evening. December 2, at 7:3o, in order to meet thir new pastor. Rev. R. B. Gardien of Texas. All friends of the church are invited
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MRS. ELLIS TO HONOR
 MRS TAYLOR AT BRIDGE

Mrs. F. E. Ellis is entertaining to- cay with a smell bridge party, com Knoxville, the guest of Mrs. R. l Ingalls,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MEETING OF THEOsOPHISTs
 rr,O ETCAT'IIRE RITUAL.

The monthly public meeting of the Theosophcal society, which will be held on December 2, will discuss the question of divine incarnation. The subject of the evenings talk will be "The Mystery of Divine Incarpa- tion," and it will be given in con- nection with a rHualstic service dealng withIthe brotherhood of re- ligions. The Krotona Service, as it is called, is of especial interest, not only because this is the first time 1t has ever been given Tn Birming- ham, but because it is singularly ap- propriate to the Christmas season. dealing as it does, with the work of the Christ, paying tribute to Him. and striking the note of brotherhood for which the Theosophical society stands. The presentation will be free and the public will find a cor dial welcome. The service will open at S:15 D. m., Friday, December ', at Cable Hall.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07

For many years the Washington monument at the national capitol
 was considered the last word in height of artificial structures in America. Now there are four busi- ness buildings in New York that beat tho famous monuments $50 feet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
DAIRYMAIDs ARE soIENrrsrs

The modern dairymaid the girl student from the agricultural college or domestic science school. is verify scientist. She Is a bacteriologist and a specialist, in the art of bot ting milk and churning butter. With her scientific knowledge as to why churned cream makes butter. what temperatures are best and when to dash the churn inside with cold water or brine she can literally give her old-fashioned country sis ter "cards and spades" when 1t comes to taking full charge of the dairy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07

An extraordinary engineering feat was accomplished at Times Square by the builders of the first sub way. They had to run the railroad right through the Times building. Part of the press rooms are under the subway while the main building rises far above it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07

Tho oldest thoroughfare in New York City Is Pearl street. In the infant days of the wonder city it
 was. known as "the road to the ferry"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MISS HARRIS TO GIVE RRIDGE pAnTX

Miss Caroline Harris will be among those entertaining for Miss Mary Alexander, whose marriage to MT. Alan Drennen will be an event of December 12, when she will honor her with a bridge party Monday aft ernoon at the Country club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-07
MISS HACKNEY TO BE
 HONORED FRIDAY EVENING

entertaining Friday evening with an informal buffet supper at their home on Altamont Road, compll- menting Miss Polly Hackney of Mil waukee, the guest of Miss Virginia Jemison.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
LOYAL. MOOSE PLAN
 ERECTION OF HOME
Woman Legion To Give Dance For
 Benefit Of Mooseheart Children

Plans for the ercctiop of a Moose home for Birming ghaB have taken concrete form. accord'Ag to an npuncemeut made WecGl esday night at the re@u'sar mcetiHe, of Birming- ham lodge. IAXai Order of Moose, by the building von4nlttee.
 The committss, has hecn active for several days soliciting subscriptions to the first and second mortgage purpose of erecgins a Moose home here, and they ,rcpori that they have met with tplendid success so far ana that indifp t.ious are that the t4.cessary amount will be raised for the building of the home. pr. H. A. I1Ikourie deputy supreme dictator. presided over the meeting.
 X committee from the Woman s Legion of Mooseheart were received during recess of the lodge, urging the members to support by their in terest and attendance the dance to be given Wednesday night. Decem- her 2s under the auspices of the Woman's Legion for the benefit of the children of Mooseheart. The committee was asSured of help and cooperation.
 made. the speakers including Judge I. B. Aird. Walter s. Brewer, Sen ator Hudgens. w. H. White and oth- CTS. which were well received.
 Dr. Elkourie announced that among the notables who have re- centlv joined the Moose were Samuel Gompers, president of the Fedora tion of Labor: Governor Pierce of oregon and Luther Burbank. the plant king.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
HOME COMING OF STAR LODGE |. 0. 0. F.
All Odd Fellows Invited To Meet
 With Star I1ndpe No. 2S8


 Star lodge at it's last regular meet ing conferred the third degrees on the candidates in waiting and after the degree was confered the nomi- nation of officers was in order and the following nominated: Noble grand. J. J. Stanley; vice grand, J. P. Para asido; secretary, C. l.. Phil lips: treasurer, Jacob Burger.
 The election will be held on the last meeting in the month, Decem- Der 27. and all members are re- quested to be present. Star lodge has enjoyed @ wonderful increase in it's membership for this term and it is the hope that the next term will exceed the record of the present one,
 On January 3, 1924. the first meet, ing to be held in the new year in- stallation of officers will be held. and also a home coming and every Odd Fellow Is invited to mix with the members of the Old Star lodge.
 Past Grand Master Jacob Burger will speak on Our Order and Our Orphans Home" Judge Edgar Allen past grand. will deliver the welcome address to the Odd Fellows on be- half of Star lodge membership.
 John Para sido musical chairman, has promised plenty of good music end the refreshment committee Is busy on the luncheon program.
 There will not be any more degree work this year and all applications in hand will be acted upon at the second meeting in next month
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
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 by Radiunn

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
IELKS CHRISTMAS TREE FUR k|DD|ES
Committee To Complete Plans For Distribution
 Of Gifts

A special meeting of the Christ mas tree committee of Birmingham lodge, No. 79, Benevolent Protective Order of Elks, will be held Sunday a afternoon December lG, at the ISfks home at o'clock for the purpose of making the final arrangements for the annual Christmas tree dis tribution.
 Harry Moore, chairman of the com
 mittee. states that the Christmas tree exercises will be held on the morning of Christmas Day, a short program will precede the distribu tion of the Christmas gifts. Chair man Moore states in order that the really deserving children may be the beneficiaries of the Elks bounty only those children holding tickets will be allowed to participate in the Christmas tree offerings.
 A special committee will be at the Elks home all this week for the pur- pose of distributing the tickets. While there Is an abundance of gifts for the kiddies, the committee Is desirous of reaching the children whom Santa Claus might forget or overlook, and request the parents of children who have been provided for in this respect not to let their chill dren make application for tickets, as there are plenty of children who are not so IOIluHdle anu IL IS tilS class that the Elks are trying to reach.
 The regular meetings of the lodge will be suspended during the holi- days. At the meeting last Tuesday night a large volume of business was transacted and a number of applica tions for membership received.
 Exalted Ruler Thomas w. Morgan, who was recently operated on at St. Vincent hospital for appendicitis, is convalescent and removed to his home last week. and Is rapidly re- covering
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
GRAND MONARCH.
 PRAISES G ! I I l.
Yelled Prophets Stage Big Ceremonial Session-Large
 Class Presented

The severest weather of the year failed to dampen the ardor and en- tbusiasm of the members of Kamram Grotto. Mystic Order of Yelled Proph- cts. at the big ceremonial held Thursday night, for they turned out hv thousands to attend the cere- monies and give welcome to the grand monarch, Harold M. Harter, who was the guest of honor.
 Early in the day large delegations from Anniston, Gadsden, Sheffield and other cities in northern Alabama came in on special trains and were met by the drum corps, patrol and degree team and were escorted to the temple. The grand monarch was shown over the city during the after noon while the candidates were be- ing registered by Secretary Kirby and assistants. There were about 57O in the class to take the Grotto degree.
 Previous to the ceremonial a ban quet was served in the dining rooms of the temple by ladies of the three chapters of the Eastern Star and Kamram Cauldron.
 The ceremonial session was pre- ceded by a musical program and the presentation and salutation of the grand monarch. c. D. Gentry. mon arch of Kamram Grotto, presided and introduced MT. Harter. who made stirring address on the aims and purposes of the grotto. He told of it's wonderful growth and stated that it was destined to become one of the greatest fraternal orders in the country.
 Fred Wall, who was orator of the day, was introduced by Al Reese. the director of work. MT. Wall spoke of his experiences as a member of the grotto and paid eloquent tribute to it's officers and organizers. Julian F. Spearman, past grand master A. F. and A NJ. was also introduced by Al Reese and he spoke on the grotto and it's relationship to Masonry.
 The drama, or ceremonial was pre- sented in full form and it was the consensus of opinion that the degree had never been more impressively portrayed than on this occasion.
 Grand Monarch Harter was greatly pleased with his visit to the city and paid a high compliment to the off ing that it was one of the, best in the United States. He was much im- pressed with Birmingham and its commercial and industrial standing, and predicted great future for it. He was so pleased with his visit that he promised to make return visit the first time that opportunity offered.
 Interest in Kamram Grotto is now centered on the election of officers, which will be held at the last meet ing of this month. At this meeting the reports of the officers. will be made and the wonderful growth of Kamram Grotto given in detail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-16
FRATERNAL ROUND
 TABLE WILL MEET
Managers And Deputies Of Frater-
 nal Insurance To Hear Talk

The permanent committee Of the Fraternal Round Table, consisting or Frank O. Croy, state manager Of the Maceabees, chairman; J. D. Lighter. state manager of the Fraternal Aid Union, secretary; c. H. Gibson, north Alabama manager of the Praetorians. and B. Kiesewetter. grand state or ganizer of the Benevolent Knights of America. has called another meeting for Monday December IT, at Old Col ony hall in the Tutwiler hotel at 12:30 o'clock.
 The program committee, consisting of Mrs. c. H. Gibson 'and B. Kiese- wetter, has arranged an interesting program. The main speaker will be Dr. Thomas A. Snow. Dr. Snow is connected with several of the frater- nal organizations in this territory, so that his experience enables him to give an interesting talk onf Medical Risks" which will greatly assist in bringing about a closer cooperation of the medical and field forces.
 MT. Lighter. the secretary, has sent out invitations to the various managers of fraternal insurance com- panies. and any managers or depu- ties of fraternal insurance companies who are not yet on the list are to consider themselves invited. H.