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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
WOMEN'S REVIEW
 PRESENT PROGRAM
Standing Room Only At Meeting
 Of Maccabee Tent

Standing room only was in evidence at the big meeting of Luckie Tent No, 2 last Monday night. Many were turned away as the big hall was not large enough to accommodate the big crowd. The program was furnished by the mem bers of the various reviews of the Wo- mans Benefit association of the Macca- bees in the Birmingham district and Professor Martins orchestra furnished the music.
 Vivian Review No. 12 opened up the program with comic drill, which made a splendid hit and received much ap- plause. This was followed by black face drill by Birmingham Review No. 25, which brought down the house. Mrs. Winter and Mrs. Cruse were awarded the cake and were called back for another act. Lady Croy Review No. 2 put on a fine drill, in domino costumes, but were somewhat handl- capped as some of their suits were stolen from their autos while parked, before the meeting.
 Mrs. Henson gave good reading, Little Miss Harris sang and the pro gram was a most interesting one. The turkeys were awarded to E. Hagler Of Wylam, first award; Sir Knight Bee man of Luckie Tent No. 2, second; and Miss Lucy Jenkins of Wylam Review No. 12, third. After the program dancing was enjoyed and everybody had a good time. Next Monday night there will be big class to initiate. Frank O. Croy, supervising deputy, will be present to assist in the work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
TWENTY INITIATED
 INTO LOWS DEN
Election Of Officers To Be Held
 On January 2

There was a well attended meeting of Birmingham Den No. 30S6, Royal Order of Lions, on December 12, Presi- dent Roy Fl. Manly presiding. A large number of applications for membership were received and acted upon. Twenty candidates were given the full degree work in most impressive manner by the team.
 The big membership campaign is now in full swing, and work for the we'll drilled team is assured for some time to come. The cash prizes to be given to the membership for securing desirabls applications during this campaign is al- ready having the desired effect. The at- tendance prize, consisting of a ten dol- lar gold piece was awarded to MT. Plunkett.
 State Manager c. W. Day made an excellent address on the work of the order. Good talks were made by MT. Plunkett and several of the newly ini- tiated candidates. The election of of- ficers for the ensuing term will be held on Friday evening, January 2, and a full attendance is urged. The regular big 'feed" starts at D. m. and the meeting will be called to order at z 80 sharp.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
SPANISH WAR VETS
 TO HOLD MEETING
Officers-Elect To Be Installed Special Program Prepared

All veterans of the Spanish-American war, whether members of Birmingham Camp No. 1, United Spanish-American war veterans of not, are invited to the installation ceremonies of the newly elected officers which will take placs Sunday afternoon January at the old post office building corner Second ave nue and Eighteenth street. A special program is being arranged and 1t is banned to make the affair an epoch in the history of the Spanish war veterans of Birmingham. .. 7. z.
 James A. Holmes, IT,, the commander elect, was particularly honored when he was elected for the second consecu- tive term, probably for the first time in the history of the camp. There are some very important Legislative matters pending in the national congress of vital interest to every man who re- sponded to the call in 1898, and the camp is desirous of getting an expres- sion from the veterans on these Ques- tions, hence the call for a rousing meet ing on January 4.
 The officers elect are: James A. Holmes, Jr., commander; Leslie Dee, vice commander; Frank Reynolds, junior vice commander; W. J. Boles, adjutant; Robert H. Webb, quarter master; Edmund Smith, officer of the day; E. NJ. Stich, officer of the guard P. J. Coyle, George Keis and T. J. Luker, trustees; T. A. Moorman, patri- otic instructor; Rev. John A. Williams. chaplain B. Clancy Jerallie, historian Dr. J. B. Cooper surgeon,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
STUDENT DE MOLAYS
 BUILD DORMITORY
Chapter Houses Opened At Lead
 ing Universities By Order

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Plans have been made for the building of dormito- ries for student members of the order of DeMolay at the University of Mis- souri, the University of Kansas and Northwestern university. In a few years it is expected that these dormi- tories will be established at many of the colleges and universities of the United States.
 Several years ago a large dormitory for use of DeMolays and sons of Masons was erected at the University of Okla homa by Oklahoma Masons. Operation of this dormitory' has been very suc- cessful, it is reported.
 At practically all the universities, student DeMolays have banded together and opened chapter houses. These are presided over by mothers" and are SUD- ported by the DeMolays, housing ex- penses being prorated. However, these chapter houses and dormitories in no way conflict with the fraternities.
 In every instance where dormitory funds have been raised or are being raised the campaign is confined to the state wherein the institution is located. The entire work is under the direction and supervision of the Masonic bodies of the several states.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
|RED MEN WILL HOLD POW wow
Class Named In Honor Of Great Sachem R. B:
 Whaley

Birmingham will be invaded Wednes- day night by host of Indians" from Jefferson and adjoining counties, to at tend the big "Pow-wow" that will be held. under the auspices of Tecumseh Tribe, No. q, improved order of Red Man, It is expected to be one of the biggest gatherings of Red men held in some time and delegates from all the lodges in Jefferson, Walker, Blob, and Shelby will be in attendance.
 The meeting will combine the features of a class initiation, watch party" and social session, and a very elaborate program has been arranged. Frank Address, past great sachem of Ala bama will preside and a number of the officers of the great council will attend.
 According to the committee in charge there will be plenty of fred fire. Indian yells, and war dances. In honor of great sachem R. E. Whaley, the large class of candidates have been named the "R. E. Whaley class" and the degrees will be conferred by a selected team from the various tribes. Pocahontas council, the womens branch of the order will also initiate class of candidates.
 The meeting will be held in the lodge room at the Fraternal hall and owing to the somewhat lenthy program. the meeting will start at z 80 o'clock sharp and all members of the Red Men and council are cordially invited. Refresh ments will be served.
 This will be the closing meeting of the term and reports of the officers show that it has been very successful, with excellent prospects for the new year. Tentative plans for the work of the tribe during the coming year will be made and other matters of interest will come before the meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
NEW YEARS DANCE
 AT NEW AUDITORIUM
Band And Drum Corps Of Za-
 mora Sponsors Of Party

Under the auspices of the band and drum corps of Zamora Temple, Mobiles of the Mystic Shrine, a New Years Eve dance will be given at the Municipal auditorium, December 31, to which all Shriners their families and the public generally are. invited. Music win bs furnished by Winston Whites Midnight Serenaders, a high-class musical erigani- zation, with repetoire of the very latest dance numbers.
 The auditorium will be gaily deco rated in colors appropriate to the occas- ion, and everything will be provided to ensure the dancers of real good time. The band under the direction of Dr. A. Hrabe, and the drum corps, with Fred Herman as drum major, will be on hand to help entertain the guests.
 Tickets for the, affair may be had from members of the band or drum corps, and will be placed on sale at tho auditorium. The committee in charge of which Dan White is chairman, :. urge that those intend coming to the affsir secure their tickets early. The band and drum corps of Zamora temple are two of its most famous Organizations and owing to the popularity of the mem- bers, both individually and collectively, a large crowd is anticipated on the night of the 31.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
KNIGHTS TEMPLAR
 MEET CHRISTMAS
Usual Toasts And Responses Are
 Made At Annual Observance

Christmas observance was held on the morning of December 25 by the several communicates of the Knights Templar of the Birmingham district. The usual toasts to Grand Master Leonidas P. Newby, and grand commander of Ala bama, Lawrence E. Gellerstedt, were made, with fraternal greetings from the other commentaries.
 Cyrene commandery No. 10 and Blr- mingham commandery No. 42 held their observance in the commandery room of the Masonic temple. There was a good attendance of both bodies and an elab- crate program was carried out. Past Commander J. l.. Hagy presided.
 Woodlawn commandery No. 31 held it's exercises at the Masonic temple, Woodlawn. There was large at- tendance, with Commander l.. A, McCutchen in the chair. The toasts an responses were given by prominent members of the order. Other observ. ances were held at Ensley and East Lake.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
STIRRING EVENTS
 w BIG GOLD RUSH
Open Air Fiction Recalls Some Famous Characters Of Klondyke

This is the day of Canadian and American ''open air" fiction. It is hay ing boom, and is supposed to portray the exploits and existence of many of the 'old timers" who helped in the great work of opening out the back lands of Canada and vast tacts of the United States, writes J. Mackenzie Norman in The Edinburgh Weekly Scotsman.
 But having lived many years out west, and having some claim myself to be called on old:timer, am often con scious when l read such stuff that much of it is very good fiction-and nothing else. The characters, too often, are not convincing. That truth is indeed stranger than fiction l have proved, and perhaps if l draw some pictures from real life of come of the queer characters l encountered out west it will be found Interesting.
 The Terror of Skagway
 Soapy" Smith was a bold, bad man, and he died in his boots The cosmo- politan residents of far-away Skagway had long expected that ''Soapy' would hand in his chips suddenly, and he did not disappoint them.
 It was in the early days of the Klon- uyke ruSn. ONer the OUO-mlle trail a steady stream of nuggets and gold dust had been sent out. and news received along the Pacific Slope had sent every tinhorn gambler and desperado by boat to Skagway. There were no north west mounted police on the Alaskan strip, and here gathered the scum of in numerable mining camps from the Canadian frotier to the Gulf of Mexico, and from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
 A master mind was at the head of the gang, and it was possessed by "Soapy' Smith. He was a saloon keeper, but the business was a blind. Back from Bonanza creek with doeskin bags we'll filled with nuggets and dust, it was but natural that the men who had faced hardships in the north should seek amusement in Skagway. It was the business of "Soapy's" men to follow and rob these miners, and they did their work thoroughly. No mans life was safe, and after dark it was not wise to show a foot in Skagway. The safest place was Smiths saloon, and as long as the dust was pushed over
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
PLANS MADE FOR
 ANNUAL MEETING
Zamora Temple To Stage Cere-
 monial-Will Elect Officers

Annual meeting and election of of- ficers of Zamora Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine will be held at the Masonic temple on Wednesday, January 21, A ceremonial session will also be held on this date and a large class of candidates is expected.
 Dr. Crelly, the potentate states that he is expecting one of the biggest meet ings in some time on the 21, and large delegations from out of town are ex- pected. Recorder Geohegan suggests that petitions be sent in as early as possible, as the clerical work of the off, flee will be somewhat heavy during the closing weeks of the term.
 Under the rule that a 1925 card is necessary for admission to the annual meeting and that the recorder has a large stock of the cards on hand, he requests that application for cards be made before the night of the meeting in order to avoid the rush.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
PILGRIM KNIGHTS
 INSTALL OFFICERS
Committees Report On Ceremo-
 nial Session For Jan. 21

At the last meeting of Fesbam sane torium, United Order of Splendor and Perfection, formerly the Pilgrim Knights, which was very enthusiastic and well attended, J. R. Matthews was installed as oriental knight, and c. M. Matthews of Bessemer, as vice oriental knight. Archie B. Warner, acting past oriental knight, was the installing off cer.
 The new membership committee made report on the ceremonial session to be held January 21 and stated that large number of petitions for membership had been received and that prospects were very encouraging for large class on the above occasion. Members knowing prospective candidates are urged to go after them at once and turn them in as soon as possible to the secretary.
 Report was made on B. F. Hall, a member of the order who has been taken to Belleview hospital, New York, for an operation on his collar bone, which was broken in an auto wreck some time ago. This is the third operation he has undergone since the accident. The report of the death of R. c. Miller of Decatur was also made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28

wanted to get out an official program of all the events of the week, and Chewing Gum" took on the job. The programs were to be free to the public, and the publisher was to pay the cost of printing and recoup himself for his work from the cost of the advertise ments.
 The day came around; the governor general and his lady arrived to open the exhibition, and in the great process sion which conducted him to his hotel were all the leading citizens. In an open carriage, alone, was the official printer. "Chewing Gum" was immacu- lated in top-hat and frock coat-not forgetting monster carnation which was almost as red as his nose.
 For three days he did the "heavy swell" in which he collected most of his accounts. On the fourth day my journalistic duties kept me out late, and, as made my way home, I came across figure lying under a tree on a grass boulevard. It was Chewing Gum" His silk hat was wreck; his frock coat was ripped up the bcak his collar and tie were missing, and his striped trousers were torn. I got him to his feet and asked him where he was stay ing, but he would not say. I could not take him home, and I knew if I left him there he would be locked up by the police. I took him home and put him to bed.
 The next morning found Chewing Gum'' bad left the town. As a be- quest, he had left me the remnants of his finery and had departed in my old office coat and a, pair of discarded blue overalls, once the property of a press man.
 On my desk was neat poem, 4n whichSAe expressed his thanks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
MACCABEES MEET ./ INV TWIN CITIES
Crack Team Gives Full Ampli- fled Degree Work

Supervising Deputy Frank o. Croy and District Manager J. J. Cantey visited Twin Cities Tent No. g at AL bany, Ala, accompanied by Luckie tents crack degree team, and' exempli- fled the full amplified degree work to a class of 32 candidates.
 Deputies W. c. Hughes and V. M. Millican have been busy for the past two weeks preparing this class and have bright prospects for a much larger class in the near future. The meeting was presided over by Supervising Dep uty E. O. Croy, who installed the newly elected officers in an efficient manner. Fine talks were made by Sir Knights F. o. .Croy, J. J. Cantcy and S. E. Willoughby of Luckie tent No. and J. A. Green of tent No. 9.
 Following is list of officers elected and installed: Commander, J. A. Green ; lieutenant-commander J. o. Richard son; record keeper, B. B. Beard chap lain, H. V. Turner; sergeant, Henry Fisher; M. at A., J. R. -Adcock; first guard, l.. R. Murphree; second guard, Ott6 Moore; sentinel, Marvin Lee {; picket, J. W. Woodfin; trustee (three years), Mason Crow; trustee (two years), W. c. Hughes; trustees Gone year), W. J. Owen.
 Sir Knight W. c. Hughes was ap- pointed past commander for the ensuing term. This tent will meet on the second and fourth Tuesday nights in each month, and big things are expected in the fture, as much ''pep" and enthusi- asm is in evidence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
|WATCH PARTY AT ELKS HOME
Christmas Tree Is Great Success-Dance Is
 Planned

Birmingham lodge No. 79 Benevolen, Protective Order of Elks will give | Awatch party" and dance at the Elks I home. corner of Eighth avenue and Nineteenth street on New Years eve December 31. The affair will com. mence at g o'clock and last until q. m The ballroom and parlors will be suit ably decorated. All Elks, their families and friends are invited. A
 The committee in charge have about completed all Arrangements and promise a Food time to all who attend. The committee is Clarence Hiltbruner, chair man: W. H. Anderson, Ben Mendels- sohn. John F. Antwine, c. W. Parrish
 Tom Dennis, Jack Greener, A. S.
 Winch and "Monk" Bardolph. It is also planned by, the lodge to give . Mardi Gras ball on: the date of this festival and the following committed has the matter in charge. II. w. Nor gan, chairman; Dr. J. w. Perkins, O. H. Hiltbruner, Harry Moore and W. H. Anderson. Program will be announced later.
 The Elks Christmas tree for the needy kiddies. given on Christmas day, was a great success, and about 1000 young sters were made happy through the generosity of the members of the lodge. The tree was beautifully decorated and loaded down with all kinds of presents. that were really worth while. The program was short but very appro. priate, Dr. Bryan opening the ceremo- nies with prayer. The Elks orchestra, under the direction of Harry Moran, conceded to be one of the best that was ever assembled in the club, rem dered a number of high class selections, and everything went off with smooth ness and dispatch. .
 It would not be Christmas at the Elks' annual affair without ". T. Har- rison as Santa Claus, role he has been enacting for many years. He came from quite a distance to be with the kids, made very generous dona- ton to the tree, and entered into the Christmas festivities with much spirit. The boys greatly appreciate the sacri- flee that Brother Harrison made to come to Birmingham and all join in wishing that he will be with them on many, many more like occasions.
 Two past exalted rulers of 79 were honored memorial day by being selected as the principal speakers. John E. Shelby spoke at the, memorial services of Alhambra Lodge No. 1928, A!ham- bra, Cal, and John T. Glover at Macon lodge, Macon, Ga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
NEW YEAR'SEVE
 CASCADE PLUNGE
Officers Of Crescent Club Elected At Annual
 Meet

Annual meeting and election of of- ficers of the Crescent club, composed of members of Zamora temple, Mobiles of the Mystic Shrine, was held last week, there was large attendance and a lively session was had. The following officers were elected Thomas Bell synder, president; Charles G. Steen, vice president; Robert S. Smith, secre- tary treasurer; s. c. Higgins, Frank E. Brrtz and Hal Strickland, board of governors.
 Twas the night before Christmas,
 And all through the house;
 Not a creature was stirring,
 Not even a mousse"
 But what a contrast there will be on "The night before January First"-at Cascade plunge?
 By the way, did you attend. the ap- nual meeting and election of officers last week? We had a large attendance, and a lively session, the following be- presented for consideration
 The following amendments to the by- laws were unanimously adopted A. HdCu dCIlNe mcIHUcr elcCLcu lO tuo CluD shall pay an initiation fee of $10 and weekly dues of 30 cents, payable quarterly, semi-annually or an- naually in advance. A member is liable for the payment of dues regardless of whether he attends all the clubs enter tainments or not
 ''5. Regular dues for the months of June, July and August shall be susl pended and each member assessed $1 per month during these three months instead of the usual dues of 50 cents."
 The president then made a talk. in connection with clubs New Years eve dance, expressing the hope that the members of the club would take it upon themselves to see that their invited guests have good time at this dance, and appointing every member of the club a committee of one to see that his de- sire is carried out
 1t was regularly moved and seconded that the above remarks of the president be embodied in a letter to the member ship, notifying them of the clubs desire to maintain its high standard of enter talnments, and inclosing a badge or ribbon to be worn the night of this dance, designating each member of the club as committee of one to carry out the presidents desire, which de- sire was shared by everyone present at this meeting.
 In connection with this dance. if was moved and seconded that the secre- tary notify each member to the effect tnat ne Will be expected to bring A box Q! candy tthe size and kind to be left to nm to this dance-all this candy to be pied up on a table where the members ana thelr guests can help themselves.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-12-28
KAMRAM REACHES CLOSING DRIVE
Grotto's Campaign For 10000 Members Ends
 New Years Day

The last call for petitions for can didates for the 10000 membership drive of Kamram Grotto, Mystic Order of Yelled Prophets, has been sounded by Chairman I. c. Mccain, of the mem bership committee, as the dead line for receiving petitions for the January class has been set at January l and from this edict he says there is no appeal.
 Chairman Mccain urges that every member of Kamram get busy on the drive during the few days that remain before the campaign closes and that all petitions already secured be turned fin to the secretary at once. He reports that he has received encouraging reports from the various sections of kamram Jurisdiction, but that in order that the quota be reached it will take the active work of every member of the GrottO.
 The various uniformed units, who are in competition for valuable prizes for securing the most petitions, have started down the home stretch at a rec ord-breaking clip, and while none Of them arc giving out anything, 1t IS well understood that the contest is very close.
 Monarch Hagy and the other officers Are putting their shoulders to the wheel to help the campaign along and to main- tain without question Kamram's proud position as the largest and best Grotto In the world. "One more long pull, q strong pill and pull altogether, boys, and we'll put the drive over bigger than we expected" said the monarch.
 From the various Grotto clubs throughout the state good reports have come in, state Chairman Mccain. These clubs are also in competition for valu- able money prizes and are working hard to carry them off. Secretary Kirby is up to his neck sending out cards and notices and he calls attention to the fact that 1925 will soon be here and that a card up to date is imperative to gain admission to the Grotto meet ings.
 Monarch Hagy was given a pleasant surprise on Christmas Eve, when the uniformed units of Kamram Grotton, presented him with a golf outfit, inclpd- ing bag, clubs and balls. The outfit Is one of the finest on the market and as the monarch is ''bug" on the an- cient game of the Caladonians the pres ent gave him all the thrills and pleas ure of boys at his first real Christmas tree. It is understood that Christmas morning Monarch Hagy was seen leav- ing the house in a tremendous hurry and that he took refuge in the garage. It came out later that he had been trying out his golf clubs in the parlor and they were so much to his liking that he drove one of the balls as if he was on the green, with the result that there was a crash of glass and one of Mrs. Hagy's choice vases had fallen a victim to the golf expert. The sequel will be told later.
 Coming back to the campaign for new members, Tom Mccain again urges every member of the Grotto to "do his bit" and make the drive the success that is expected.