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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1914
Page
5
Atlanta tops the Southern Association in sacrifice hits through May 6 with 38. Birmingham and Memphis follow with 28 and 23 respectively, Mobile 26, Nashville 26, New Orleans 25, Chattanooga 25, Montgomery 23.
Louise Kentucky May 9 Hussane, the aggressor in a long bout with Zbyszko, fell under the 285 pound opponent and was unable to continue wrestling after injuring himself. The Turk Zot behind Zbyszko slammed him to the floor for minutes, Hussane weighed 198 pounds, Zbyszko 225.
Charlottesville May 8 Douglas Nei captain and shortstop of the University of Virginia baseball team signed a contract with the Washington American League club He will report in June
In Eastman Georgia a study class met at Dr W S Watkins residence with Miss Fannis Kate Persons as hostess. Mrs Alex W Bealer presided as president and plans were made for the next meeting by Mrs CM Methyin with American literature as the course. Mrs A L Wilkins and Mrs L M Feacock have returned from Washington where they attended the national D A R congress and reported a busy time both socially and in business. The D A R ladies were given an elaborate reception during their visit.
Mrs Champ Clark hosted guests as the Georgia delegation attended a tea hosted by Mrs Samuel Spencer. Admiral and Mrs Perry were honored at a Congress Woman's club tea. Miss Malvina Trussell and Witte Morris hosted an informal party for guests from town. Various ladies hosted gatherings, Daughters of the Confederacy meetings, and Methodist church programs were noted.
SPARTA GA Wednesday afternoon Hattia Archer hosted the Round Table with about seventy five guests. A Mothers Day program was presented followed by a progressive trail party. Punch was served by Sadier Rhodes Camilla Berry and Julia Burnett. Mrs George Barry hosted the Five Hundred club Tuesday afternoon. The Daughters of the Confederacy met Thursday. A city youth hosted a prom party at the home of Mr and Mrs J D Burnett Friday night.
In Nashville Georgia Miss Harriet Desi hosted a Friday evening in honor of Miss Irena Hill of Silvester. Guests played progressive rock Buddy. Glynte Barney Carter and Miss Inez Snead won prizes. Music by the Snead sisters, salad course and marshmallow shuffle followed. Miss Stela Richardson hosted Monday evening for cards with refreshments.
Senoia Georgia social notes describe Miss Mozelle Quillian entertaining the Miriamita club in honor of her sister Miss Elizabeth Gulian of Stevens with music, games, and refreshments. Another pleasant afternoon at Mrs J D Hunter’s home by Miss Charlie Maude Ham Hien for Mrs Guy Butler of Bainbridge featuring attractive decor and abundant flowers. Refreshments followed at a late hour.
In Fitzgerald Georgia the Hen Hil chapter under President Mrs J Z Turner spent two weeks preparing a production titled The Tom Taumb raat ding The show was beautifully staged with young actors delivering a commendable performance The article highlights community effort and local effort in presenting the play
Whisk Broom Studebaker driven by Harry Cohen wins event No 2. Elaborate luncheon followed the game with Mrs E Street hosting four tables of bridge in honor of Mrs Glover Burcey, the house guest of Mrs H G Stevens.
The article details a society wedding with Little Jean Mc Donald as bride and Little Ward Grantham groom, with Hvelyn Harris as maid of honor and Jack Andrews as best man. It covers numerous community entertainment events, club gatherings, dances, and a luncheon, highlighting fundraisers for Confederate grave markers and a social club named the 1-Era with minstrel and various dances.
In Dublin Laurens County Mrs W Rawls announces the engagement of Jusie F Rawls to Mr David Owen Furt to be celebrated at their home at 5 o clock on May 10. The notice also recounts several social events at Belleview avenue including informal auctions hosted by Miss Dorothy Hooks and gatherings of the Auction club with attendees such as Mrs James Sims Mon and others.
Mrs QO W. Pate entertained the Bridg club Thursday afternoon in Tifton Georgia. Mrs Cochran won the club prime. After the games a salad course was served. Mrs TF Rooney was the invited guest of the club.
Mrs A A Murphey hosted a Friday afternoon gathering on Thomaston Street with a humorous paper by Mrs J F Redding and strawberry dessert. The Civic League met at the clubhouse with Mrs ColHer and Mrs Grace presenting a program. May festival at Gordon School featured Miss Marion Elder as May Queen and Grade 4 won for neat work as students danced around eight poles.
In Americus Georgia Mrs Frank Lanier hosted the Grapefruit club and the Matrons' club, with lavish Paul Nero n roses and sweetpeas adorning Lanier mansion. The Friday Afternoon Practice club met at College Street. prizes included hand embroidered money bags. Miss Elizabeth Hidreage hosted a heart dice party for Miss Lucy Barrow Taylor and Consul Nathaniel B Stewart and Mrs Stewart, recently returned from Milan. A large Saturday gathering at Miss Claude McLaughlin’s Collage Street home honored Mrs Harvey Mathia and visitors from Atlanta and Connecticut with a luncheon and punch. The week closed with the Country Club seconding evening dance, a highlight of the social run.
Busy Wednesday leads Warcross social set with large dances, prize wins, and elegant entertainments. Mrs T Grundy hosts a Hewardville auction party while Mrs Clarence Wills and Mrs Francis Findlay guide wine affairs. Prominent guests include Mrs Averee Mase and Mrs Jack Phelan among many others at multiple gatherings.
In Athens Georgia events mark the season as alumni and students gather at Mrs Fred Muctn home and the university hosts a social calendar. Captain Murphy Pound leads the Tiger ball team at a home gathering with parents and university leaders present. Invitations, dances, and teas fill the week including a college cotillion at Hulman featuring guests from Atlanta and Augusta.
In Talbotton Georgia social notes describe Tuesday and Friday afternoon teas hosted by M rs Grady L Carter and others. Guests include Misses Florence Tura Clara Spivey Imogene Smith Willie Herring Martha K Smith Rose Bishop Marcela Leonard Hattie Simpson Hattie Weaver Lucy Kimbro and Mrs. Robert Williamton Jr. Light Took games and a salad course were served with cream and cakes.
The Thomasville Ga May Day festival has been postponed from yesterday to next Thursday. Miss Mary Jerser is chosen queen with attendants including Miss Goodwin Mitchell and Miss Jessie Watt. Flower girls include Edna Neel Virginia Bracey and others. about fifty young girls will perform folk dances and dances around the Maple.
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