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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1901
Page
3
A series of elegant entertainments is described with gatherings hosted by Mrs Fobn As Miller and Miss Miller. Guests wore white and yellow attire, with elaborate centerpieces, music, and a luncheon in the dining room.
Mrs. Len G. Broughton gave an elegant reception at No. 15 Simpson Street to Baptist Tabernacle ladies. The double parlors were decked with evergreens and flowers. part of the afternoon featured religious exercises followed by a refined dining room meal. Assistants included Mesdames Jones Glass Douglas and Etheridge. guests listed include many Athens, Atlanta, and local society members. engagement news and society notices fill the page.
Mr and Mrs James Ll Mercer announce the engagement of their daughter Mation to Mr Charles W McHan of Jasper Ga The ceremony is planned for some time this month at the bride's home Rev J J Bennett will perform with no attendants The couple will wear traveling tan cloth suits and stylish hats Miss Mercer is a popular city young woman and Mr Mercer a leading Jasper merchant
The Nine O Clock German Club plans another delightful German event on the 27th, with hundreds of young couples expected, dancing followed by a hot supper at the Kimball. Also invites to two Savannah weddings with prominent families noted, one at Temple Mikveh Israel on December 26 and another December 19 ceremony at Independent Presbyterian Church, both in Georgia.
Miss Phoebe McDonald hosts a large birthday gathering Monday evening December 9 at her parents home 253 Courtland Ave. Guests include Lillian Sheridan Acule Parky Lucile Bdille man Kate Waldo Annie Lou Padgett Queenie Lowry JulIa Fledgook Mae Fear Marguerite Smith Carry Middle brooks Weenie Olson Mildred Holly Mamie Donald Annie Papper Lucy Lewis Neilie May Shindlebower Willie May Murrow Thel Morgan Flori Jarpe Grace Barker Belle McDonald Pauline Hoss Von Camp Josia erman Katie King Marie
An oblique ad style piece riffs on Shakespeare about solid silver purses and artistic designs. It promotes purses with matching atelaines, silver purse tops, and finishes including bright or French gray. References Libby cut glass vents and novelty glass items appear in this trade blurb.
An item notes Lenney's Portraits or Xmas presentations at 6814 Whitehall and a cafe car service by Georgia Air Line railway starting December 1. The Atlanta to New York Limited runs daily leaving Atlanta at noon with meals served a la carte. Through Pullman sleepers connect Atlanta to Norfolk, Richmond, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York. ticket office listed at Kimball House. The beat photographs and Condon Art Gallery are also mentioned with location details.
Mrs Granger elected president of the State Ped- Women’s Clubs and spent yesterday in Atlanta presiding over the state executive board. She hosted a luncheon for Dr William H Tolman of the Social Service League and attended a dinner by Mr and Mrs W P Pattillo. As leader of Georgia’s largest women’s organization, she represents the state’s development and prosperity, bringing a broad mind and commitment to women’s advancement. The work now rests on individual club women to continue reforms, study Georgia’s needs, and push for legislation including a child labor bill, with club women endorsing the central committee’s efforts.
Sallow complexion jaundiced look moth patches and blotches on the skin signal liver trouble. Dr King's New Life Pills offer a clear skin and rosy cheeks with a rich complexion for 25 cents at all druggists.
Committees from the house and senate plan a special train trip to inspect the state road between Atlanta and Chattanooga. Chairman Bower leads the house subcommittee with Freeman Clower Hawes Knowles Gress Davis Steed and Miller joining. Senate members are Allen Sullivan and Herndon. They invite Speaker Little President Howell and Governor Candler to accompany. The group will inspect the road and terminals at Atlanta depot and along the line today. Existing familiarity with Atlanta terminal may shorten the formal review.
Quality matters in Moora and Stephenson’s photos. Anvedrancés appear as Meneltent, especially in cutlery. Smooth surfaces and bright polishes do not guarantee the best cutlery. For top selection, visit the big-store on Peachtree Street and ask the King Hardware.
A juvenile burglar, about 10 years old, was arrested after confessing to breaking into Hammack Bros grocery on Marietta Street Thursday night. He hid in the store, waited until closing, then stole about $8 from the cash drawer before fleeing through a rear door. He may have had accomplices, and two other Black youths were later detained. A report cites police Lyman, Wells, and Maddox handling the case. Also noted is a plug for Dr. Bell's Pine Tar Honey and a separate fire in a Shreveport cotton warehouse damaging 1,500 bales with an estimated $60,000 loss.
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