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Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18
vine MASON
: EVENT At PINES
Four Members of Mt. Zion
Lodge, of Metuchen, Hon.
Ored Last Night
METUCHEN

METUCHEN, May 18:-An aus
Tcious event to celebrate the nifty
Rear association of four members of
NE lodge and sponsored by the Mt.
yEion Lodge No. 1876, F. & A. NJ,
took place at the Hotel Pines last
night. The members in whose honor
the affair was arranged are: Eras-
tus H. Happen, William Carman,
Nathan A. Robins and Joseph L.
Moss. The former three are past
masters of the local lodge.
A chicken dinner was served on
this occasion and enjoyed by the
large circle of friends and lodge
members. Master Rufus Rennenger
acFed as POSTMASTER. Interesting
tAks on masonry and it's benefits
Mere given by Herbert Rolick, past
grand master and Ralph Lun, pres
tent senior grand warden of the
lodge.
Charles A. Bloomfield, past mas
Ter of the lodge, gave a historical
review OF the trip to the Americas
lodge of Woodbridge in 1872, pre-
paratory to the organization of the
Metuchen Masonic lodge. After Civ
ing this most interesting talk, Mr..
Bloomfield in the name of the lodge
presented to each of the four guests
of honor a gold banded engraved
cane with the express remark, that
1t be used during their lifetime
merely as an ornament.
The evening was enlivened with
music and songs led by Thornton
Webster. The entertainment was
augmented with tales by Frank
Sherman who brought out humor
AND laughs. The guests at the con-
- ,1fA, - AL - Ef-s- A1-s-
THANKS to the committee who had
charge of the arrangements COM
plimenting them for their efforts.
The committee consisted of L. r.
Kuntz, S. r. Watson, M. L. Gray,
Charles II. Erickson. Enos Fouratt
and Ramsey H. Crowe11.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18

the assembled for the eager Interest
which they displayed in the work
of the association. Mrs. B. Gavron-
sky, secretary OF the Solomon
Brody Auxiliary OF the Hebrew
School. was in charge o fthe re-
freshments.
Mrs. s. Plain was elected chair
lady of the Parent-Teachers Asso-
ciat-on for a period of six months.
and a refreshment committee 70
serve for the same term was also
chosen. consisting of Mrs. e. D.
Mills. Mrs. S. Sherer and Mrs. B.
Goldman.
Much Is expected of the newly
forr'ed organization in stimulating
the interest of the parents in the
z. d. Mills presided.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18
MATiWAh FIRE COMPANIES
ASSIST KEYPORT AT FIRE

MATAWAN. May 18:-Three fire
departments of this borough were
called out early this morning to aid
the Keyport companies in extinguish-
ing the blaze on the Folan Hotel
property, near Oak Shades. The
alarm was turned in at the NJ. Z.
Haley and Washington Engine Com
pany houses about 1915 o'clock. A
barn an dgarage as we'll as contents
were destroyed. The fire burned for
a considerable length of time and
the reflection could be seen in the
sky for several miles. Through the
efforts of the firemen the other
buildings in that vicinity were saw
ed. The Matawan Township Fire
Company also aided in fighting the
flames.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18

mot a single factor IN the new
situation" says W. S. Greeley, chief
Of the Forest Service, who, with
Earle H. Clapp, was in charge of the
survey, tends to reduce the cost Of
lumber. On the contrary, almost all
factors tend to increase the cost. It
is difficult to see, under such circum-
stances. how any substantial reduc-
ton of prices may be expected. The
additional cost Of transportation
across the continent is as much as
our fathers paid for frst-grade hard
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18
NORTH MAIN STREET AGAIN
is OPEN To ALL TRAFFIC

METUCHEN, May 18:-North
Main street leading from Middlesex
avenue to P~lainfield has been opened
for traffic this week. Vehicles no
longer have to use the detour of the
rough roads to reach Plainf1eld or
this borough as the completion of
the work on Main street gives a di-
rect route between the two places.
Heavy traffic is expected to be re-
sumed on this road.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18
woods before the Civil War"

woods before the Civil War"
From on the demand for Ium-
Der, it is believed, will be governed
largely by the price of transportation
across the continent or by the water
route through the canal. Even this
factor, however, a not prevent
there coming a time when the need
for lumber will exceed any possible
available supply; and the effects Of
the lack will be felt in every part of
the country, and in all lines Of indus
try.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-18
File Petition for Probate

NEW BRUNSWICK, May H.
Mrs. Albert Olsen and Patrick Con-
hors, of South Amboy. nave filed a
petition at the surrogate's office to
nCrobate the will of their father, Jere-
Iiah Connors who died on April 20.
1928, leaving the nome at 426-4Se
Augusta street, So. Amboy, In equal
Shares to the petitioners. The will
was drawn on April 5 in the pres
snce of Mary A Smith and Leon NC
Elroy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
EAST LAKE: PARK FAV0R|TE RESORT
Variety Of Attractions Appeal To Young And Old
 Alike

The children like to go out to East Lake park, for they know they will be entertained while the grown-ups seek their own amusement. For in- stance, the little tot knows full we'll that even though he or she is not big enough to enjoy a swim that he can make merry on the children's play grounds, which is supervised by a welfare worker, while papa and mama enjoy swim In that wonder ful lake fed by clear, pure, sparkling spring water.
 Then after papa and mama have splashed to, their hearts desire in that refreshing bay of water and after the kids have made merry on the wonderful free slides of the play ground they assemble with their parents and enjoy the fourteen fea- ture rides which have been builded there for their amusement and pleasS, ure
 After that will come spread under the huge oaks at the waters edge. Maybe if mother hasn't had time to prepare a lunch they will assemble in the central pavilion and enjoy chicken dinner which may be procured there, or go down and dine with Happy" and smack their lips over some of his famous barbe- cue.
 The many facilities and comforts at East Lake are what have made it the success that 1t is today. It started the crowds going out there In early spring, and they have never stopped. East Lake park is prepar- ing for another huge gatherings of the resort to enjoy a happy Sunday in the great outdoors
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
4PENROD AND SAM'
 TR|ANON FEATURE
Tarkington Picture Has Ap- proveI Of Better Films
 Committee

"Penrod and Sam" by Booth Tark ington, sequel to "Penrod," is great picture, according to the verdict of the members of the Birmingham Bet ter Films committee, who saw the picture at a private screening at the Trianon. The committee explains that the term great" is the highest praise it can bestow on a photoplay and few pictures presented in Birmingham re- ceived such flattering indorsement.
 That as thrilling and absorbing story can be wooven about the adven- lures and daily life of the typical American boy as about heroic adult figures is demonstrated in "Penrod and Sam" a First National picture, which will be presented this week at the Trianon. William Beaudine dis rected the picturization of this pop ular Both Tarkington novel.
 Every "grown-up" treasures mem ories of his or her childhood, and lare often wont to remark: Those were the happy days" Recollection
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
DIVING EXPERT |S CASCADE PLUNGE FEATURE FUR WEEK
McCann Of Cuba Dives SO Feet Into Shallow Pool
 Of, Water

Howard McCann, Cuban-American swimming champion, will be the stel- lar attraction at Cascade Plunge during the week beginning Sunday. From the dizzy top of 60-foot wood en ladder, erected at the deep end of the pool, Young McCann will plunge headlong twice daily into eight feet of water. The first per formance is at o'clock, and the second in the evening at 8 o'clock. Prior to the high diving act, MT. fancy diving from a platform 30 feet above the level of the water, doing the, one-and- half. back flip and other fancy dives.
 In the recent International meet at Havana. Cuba, MT. McCann defeated the best swimmers of both countries In the so and 100-yard swimming races, finished second in the diving competition and won the hearts of the spectators by his daring and con- sumate skill. Returning to this country, he was the stellar attrac- tion of Miami Beach, for a consider able period and was then engaged by the Whittle System of Pleasure Resorts. He comes to Birmingham with nation wide reputation to stage an exhibition which is being put on by the management of the Plunge as a free entertainment fea- ture for the patrons of the resort.
 Announcement Is made at Cascade Plunge that the popularity of the Francis Craig orchestra has led to an engagement for the month of Aug ust. The orchestra will continue to play during the table d'hote dinner dances and after-dinner dances in the diving pavilion each evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
JUDGED BY WHAT HE HEARD

Teacher-Johnny, who was the greatest man that ever lived?
 Johnny-I don't know for sure, but I think it was mas first husband Boston Transcript.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
BEATRICE MAUDE MAKES HER DEBUT
East Is West" To Be Pre- sented By Lyric Company
 Next Week

Kipling once wrote that East is east and west Is west and never the two shall meet" but they can meet and do it most delightfully."-. as proved by that famous comedy success, East Is West" which will be the production of the resident company at the Lyric next fweek. Birming- ham has learned by now how excel lent these Lyric offerings are, and this week they are assured of one of the best.
 East Is West" Is not only one of the most appealing of comedies, but it also serves to introduce another talented actress to Birmingham in the person of Beatrice Maude, who will make her debut as leading wom- an of the Lyric company Monday night. Miss Maude comes to Bir~ mingham with an exceptional reputa- tion gained during successful career. She created the leading femi- nine role with Stuart Walker in Booth Tarkington's Seventeen" She was in the Dunsany plays on Broad way and was the lead in Three Live Ghosts" Last season she was with 1.-Two In" tor q Broadway run. The other members of the excellent com pany have congenial roles.
 East Is West" was written by Sam uel Shipman and John B. Hymer. It was produced by William Harris, Jr., and, from the moment of its presen- tation, was conceded to be one of the greatest pieces of dramatic work that any American author had ever produced. In addition to this 1t turn ed out to be the first of the long run plays in New York city.
 East Is West" is the whimsical story of a little Chinese singing girl who Is bought by Chinese mer- chant In San Francisco, falls in love with an American boy and has all sorts of humorous experiences before the completion of the love story. Ming Toy, this self-same girl, Is con- sidered one of the most brilliant parts that an actress has ever had an op- nnrtunitv to nlaY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
CATCH MY SMOKE TOM MIX SPECIAL AT LOEW W'S B|JOU
AII-Star Vaudeville Bill For The First Half Of
 Week

k What is considered gala event in the film history of Birmingham is the premiere presentation of Catch My Smoke" latest photoplay featur- ing Tom Mix, the William Fox star, which comes to Loew's Bijou Monday afternoon for the first half of this week, in addition to an "all-star" vaudeville bill.
 Catch My Smoke" tells the taie of a returned soldier from France (Tom MiX) who, upon arriving at his ranch, discovers plans afoot to do away with him when his enemies discover oil upon his property. How he eludes his enemies with the able assistance of his equine pal-Tony- rescues the girl of his dreams and comes into his own ought to provide six reels of absorbing action.
 Included in the "all-star" vaude- vile bill are such acts as Dance Fantasies" presented by Jane Ken nedy. with Leon Darl and Genevieve NcAleer in revue of character, nov city and special dances, and consid erable comedy is promised by Bob Mlliken, known as "The Chubby Chatterer," who also manages to in. ject considerable harmony as well as real stories ipto his act.
 There Is also unique ventrilo- quial production on this Dill, entitled "Jenks Crossing enacted by Dave Rafael and company. who are said to be real artists in this comedy rural skit with comedy songs and other features, while some real music is added to the bill by Joe Baldwin and Louise King in their act, "A Breath of the South," with songs and a pi- analogue, and the "all- starr bill is rounded out with some novelty do- ings by Williams and Bernice, termed experts in comedy and novelty feats on the trampoline.
 The situations in the Fox picture, Catch My Smoke" starring Tom Mix are said to be replete with ex- citenlent and the entire plot in- geniously constructed. Tom Mix S pictures are always interesting to a large contingent of Birmingham move fans. Critics declare this to be most exceptional picture.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
"FOOL' { PARAD4SE" TO PLAY AT CAPITOL
Elaborate Array Of Costumes Is Feature Of Noted
 Picture

A million stitches for twelve cos- times! That's what it took to make the gorgeously bejeweled costumes of the Siamese dancing girls in one episode of Cecil B. DeMile's latest Paramount picture, Fools Para disc" which will be shown at the Capitol theatre beginning Monday.
 These costumes, perhaps the most ornately beautiful ever designed for the screen, were created by Claire West, special costume designed for Cecil B. DeMille productions. The twelve dancers appear in reproduc tions of the famous Temple Dances. The weight of their costumes is con siderable, as each garment is deco rated with at least 2,oO0 set jewels sapphires, emeralds. rubles and rhinestones. Counting 50 stitches to each jewel, 100000 to the garment, it can be seen that the original esti- mate of one million stitches for the twelve costumes Is conservative.
 And these costumes were for dancers only and to gain a special effect. Going into the costumes of the principals Is another story. Mar Yelous sable cloaks and ermine neg ligees. startling jeweled Japanese costumes and a succession of inter esting Spanish gowns place this newest DeMille picture at an excep- t4OHdl poinI III 1euillliio AHNeSlllute.
 Playing the principal roles are Dorothy Dalton, Mildred Harris, Con- rad Nagel, Theodore Kosloff, John Davidson, Julia Faye. The support is adequate.
 For Wednesday and Thursday of this week the Capitol will offer a return showing on Rich Mems Wives" picture that damned them in several months ago In this city at 50 cents admission. but which will be shown here for the regular Capi- tol prices. Friday and Saturday, Thomas Meighan will be seen in "Cappy Rick's," one of his best pro- auctions. Take an hour off and re- member. the Capitol brings the big ones back" which you may enjoy amid the cooling breezes of com fortable theatre.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29

richer, and that, owing tt the uni formly superior roads, greater mile age is obtained from the gallon.
 Tn spite of these considerations, however, motoring in England Is well-to-do mans pleasure. One must count on a minimum cost of $1,000 a year. Taking into account the re- lation to size of population there are 15 times as many cars in America as in England. On the other hand, mo- torcycles are used much more exten- sively in England than here.
 The scarcity of cars, of course, re- lieves the roads from congestion. Even in Sunday motoring one can drive for miles without meeting an other car, Speed laws are much less ins evidence in England than here. There is, to be sure, a 20-mile- an hour limit, which is not generally enforced, even within city limits The matter is left largely to the dis cretion of the individual driver. There is but one offense for which he is punishable and that driving to the common danger
 My impression of motoring in America is that it is hardly worth doing. The stretches of bad roads, congestion and speed regulations take lot away from the enjoyment of motoring. I marvel at the dex- terity of American motorists in dodg- ing accidents. I am very thankful that we haven't the slick driver in England"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29

is kindly, however, and they forget the trials and tribulations which ac- company the joys of the juvenile years. And every little American boy has his sorrows, his troubles and his disappointments-j as his eld- CTS have.
 No writer in the world under stands the boy as Booth Tarlington does. and this noted novelist has ere ated in Penrod Schofield, a figure as deathless as any of fiction. / l tis a name that has become a household word Penrod is loved because he is real boy.
 And "Penrod and Sam" has been transferred to the screen by Director Beaudine with the same lifelike fidel- ity that characterizes the authors stories. The picture contains no sen sational cabaret scenesS-- but 1t does produce laughter, tears, chuckles and smiles in rapid succession.
 Benny Alexander, a typical Amer ican. boy. is cast as Penrod. and he is supported by notably capable cast.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29

Bananas that ripen on the plant become insipid ih flavor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
PRIZE HUMORiST
Author Awarded 10000 Francs Fol
 Satire On NOuveaux Riches

Satire on NOuNe1UX hIches
 The French humorists have theii yearly literary prize, 10000 francs given by the Merle Blanc" The 1; jurors who make the award are most. ly well known writers, including Dominique Bonnaud, Curnowskq. Hugues Delorme, Roland Isorgeles, J. Galtier- Boissiere, Grosclaude, Robert de Jouvenel, Max Maurey, Eugene Merle. Pierre Mile, Pierre Mortier, Paul Reboux, Clement Vautel, Xanrof, Courteline, Franc Nohan Henri Be- ruad and Maurice Donnay.
 The prize went this year to Pierre Billotey for humorous volume en- titled, rLaFortune de Fortune" He won on the fourth ballot with II votes to 6 for Audre Mycho, author of "'Le Mari Quadrupede."
 NJ. Billotey is 37 years old. He was wounded severely in the war, but re- tans his good humor nevertheless. He has published several stories. The novel which was crowned deals satiri- cally with the nouveaux riches and does not spare them.-Paris Corre- spondence in the New York Tribune.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
MOTORING IN ENGLAND
Absence Of The "Slick' Driver The
 Factor. London Dealer Says

P. G, A. Smith of London, England, advertising manager of a well known motor company there. declares that motoring costs more In England than In America, but says that it is worth 1t.
 Gasoline, or motor spirit, as we call 1t, costs shillings a gallon in England. or almost twice as much as here" said MT. Smith. "The differ ence in the price of lubricating oil Is not so great, as a gallon of the best oil costs approXimat tely shil- lings,2 or about $1.50 aN gallon It
 must be taken into consideration that the English gallon is slightly larger than the measure in use here; that the grade of petroleum used is
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
SUZANNE STRAND FEATURE FUR WEEK
Popular Mac Sennett Pro- duCtion Starring Many
 Favorites

A good story in the hands of producer with the reputation en- joyed by Mack Sonnet, and the stellar Normand's magnitude, supported by a cast of such artists as Walter Mo Grail, Leon Bary, Winifred Bryson, George Nichols, Eric Mayne, Carl Stockdale, George Cooper Evelyn sherman and Lon Pon, all under the direction of such an experienced and successful director as r. Richard Jones has proved to be, there is but one result to be expected
 That no one familiar with the pro duction of "Suzanna," coming to the strand all next week, since it's incep- lion was surprised with the wonder tul results attained, is manifest by the remarks of producer, star and director, who unanimously exclaimed, Well, why shouldn't it be every thing We have claimed for it?"
 Mack Sennett, himself a historian who never tires reading of the epoch making days of early Cali fornia, said it has always been his ambition to immortalize on film the adventurous and romantic lives of
 
 pied the Golden State. Mabel Nor mand, who has demonstrated her ability to convincingly portray any type of character chosen for her, has cherished a desire for some time to accomplish something different something with a more or less for eign atmosphere. The high strung red blooded senorita of Old Castle, had appealed to her always, suggest ing vivid, interesting type of whom very little has been seen.
 In Suzanne" Miss Normand en- joys and takes advantage of every opportunity to portray the love, TO- nance and adventure of those beau tiful and sentimental days and their characters of almost a hundred years ago.
 That truth is stranger than fic- tton is evidenced through the con fession of F. Richard Jones, who di- rected Miss Normand in "Suzzana," that he. too, has had a hankering for some time to take a story with Miss Normand in the> leading role and journey to some old rancho which ! has commanded his attention while visiting or touring old California.
 To millions who have never visited | the Golden State, but are curious i about it, 1t will be interesting to learn there still exists in the south ern port of California, many of the now very old but we'll preserved buildings which, during the period in which the story of "Suzanna" is laid, were a part. of the old Spanish missions of which so much has been written and so many painte<s have attempted to reproduce.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-07-29
AS TO CHOICE

k Some day." said Uncle Eben, T may feel dat it's up to me to go on one O desc here hunger strikes. If it ever happens it'll have to be at de time of year when it's too late for spring chicken an too early foh watermelons."-was Stet.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-10-11

change her mind IL I did. What would
you suggesty
8. MY mother Ii Jealous How can I
make her overcome thisf
4. Should I go to dRnocsS ! am always
chaperoned By older persons.
8. correspond with a few boy friends.
Should do thtss
8. have been told by a man. older
than T. that If he had my disposition he
would not change it for thousand dol
lars. He also said he was not going to
fell" too easy Should I avoid himG
BABY.
/. Yes. I don't suppose that will
have much effect. as I realize that
many other girls your age have
dates" What you girls need is
sleep, not dates" or rouge.
q. When you are old enough to
have dates" in another year or SO,
don't deceive your mother. It doesn't
pay. She Is looking after your best
interests. and her judgment of people
is better than yours.
8. Jealous in what wayf The ques-
ton is too indefinite to be answered.
4. An occasional private dance
should not hurt you, If you don't lose
too much sleep.
s. That won't hurt, either, as long
as the boys are just friends, and the
letters are kept fairly infrequent.
6. Yes.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-10-11

than love when he married you. but
whether or not, now that you are
married, you can make him love you
enough to be sure you may trust
him for all time. It can be done. But
you must begin by Riding your mind
of suspicion. You say you love him.
Then surely you can believe him, es.
pecially as he has been so frank in
the past.
Don't let your other marriage, or
your doubts, come between the two
Of you now. Instead, devote your ef-
forts to being the kind of wife he
does want