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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1914

Page

11

Murray Sockwell and Murray Wedding Planned at St Pauls

Murray Sockwell will wed Miss Dorris Murray at St Pauls church study Sunday night October 11 19 14. A spate of ante nuptial events follows including Miss Alline Fielders birthday party at her West Peachtree home with autumn decor and pink accents and a luncheon for Miss Cole at Driving Club.

Willis Fielder Alline Fielder West Peachtree Street Mins Fielder Misses Bertha Moore Jessie Thompson Margaret McKee Lawson Hines May Rice Ferel Humphries Anne Paterson Amelia Smith Elizabeth Smith Margaert Gause Weber Holleyman Emily Lowry Freeman Gay Dobbs Lucy Roberts Lydo Nash Dorothy High Josephine Grothman’ Winship Thed Priotwat Ebien’ O'Keefe Helen McCarty Mary Butler Giaiys Miss Cole George Boynton Laura Haywood Cole Isoline Campbell Mamie Kirkpatrick Louise Parker Ida Wunsh Dorothy Arkwright Helen’ McCarty Lawson Iines Isabelle Robinson Josephine Mobler Louise

Social Gatherings and Upcoming Local Events in Atlanta

A miniature replica of the Constitution decorates a party table with cotton sea and a cotton cannon. Mrs Slaton's Japanese butler Sato crafted the display. Mrs Slaton, Mrs MacGregor, and Mrs W D Grant attend in elegant gowns. Children’s party hosted for Constance Spalding at the Homestead. Dinner-dance at Piedmont Driving Club on terrace with about 150 guests. Young People’s Christian Endeavor service at Draywood Hills Church features G W Beavers and Robert Bosley. New Era Study Club meets with papers on sociological problems led by Dr Florence Truax. next meeting planned with Mrs J Allen.

Piedmont Driving Club Young People’s Christian Endeavor Society Drvwd Hills Presbyterian Church G. W. Beavers Robert Bosley New Era Study Club J. M. Hewitt J. B. Allen Florence ‘Truax J. #. Allen

Uncle Remus Memorial Assn Called Meeting At Carnegie Library

The Uncle Remus Memorial association calls a meeting this morning at 10 30 in the committee room of Carnegie library. All members are urged to attend.

Uncle Remus Memorial Association Carnegie Library

Social items and society notes from the city

A roundup of social happenings includes Mr. Leonard McClair hosting a dance at his Luche Avenue home and an upcoming wedding for Miss Halle Sturtivant and Mr. John MacMillan Stephen son Patton of Bermuda. The Little Rock Gazette announces notable movements of various locals including John P. J. Almand in Little Rock, travels of Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Evans to Canada, and several arrivals and departures for residences and society events. Also listed are birth notices for Katherine Elizabeth and a son born to Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Mattingly, with multiple visits and relocations among prominent residents.

Leonard McClair Luche Avenue Halle Sturdivant John MacMillan Stephenson Patton Bermuda Harry L. Dix Little Rock Gazette John P.J Almand Columbia University Almand Havana Little Rock Ark Kelly Evans Guelf Ontario Canada Atlanta C. P. Whitehead Yeaterday Helena Tenn CB Morris Baltmore Co. M. Fart W. W. Roberts St. Joseph's Infirmary John A. Hynds New York Atlantic City Charles Godfrey

Majority or Plurality Debate At The Civic Forum

The Civic Forum a young business men's debating society debates tonight at the Anslee hotel on whether primaries and elections should be determined by a plurality rather than a majority. The question prompts a lively discussion among local business leaders and residents.

Civic Forum Anslee Hotel

Vaughan to Address Y M C A at 41 Alabama Street

F Wade Vaughan, Atlanta business leader and Christian worker, will address the Y M C A in a Sunday afternoon service at 3 30. The event features a rousing devotional led by the association orchestra. Visitors and all men are welcome at the rooms.

Railroad Young Men's Chestian Association West Alabama Street F. Wade Vaughn Atlanta Uoux Association Orchestra

Universalists Hear Dr Elliott At First Universalist Church

Dr E W Elliott of Tampa Fla a prominent Christian Church minister will preach at the First Universalist Church 16 East Harris street Sunday morning at 11 o clock A large attendance is urged Rev Fred A Line pastor will lead the service Mr Logan of the Associated Charities will speak to the Universalist Bible class about charity work

Br. . W. Eliott Tampa, Fla Christian Cechurch First Universalist East Harris Street Fred A Line Mr Logan Asseated Charities

Ransom Group Drives Auto to National Brotherhood Meet

William F. Ransom and a party of five from New York City travel to Atlanta by auto for the Brotherhood for St. Andrew convention. They expect to reach the city the day before the October 14 opening, traveling along the national highway.

William F. Ransom New York City Atlanta the Brotherhood For St. Andrew

Bainbridge man named oil inspector in Bainbridge district

D. R. Bower has been named inspector of oils for the Bainbridge district by Commissioner Price and has received his commission. He is a member of a prominent local family and is well liked, with a strong reputation in the community.

Bainbridge, Ga Bower Bainbridge District Price

New Dean of Cathedral Known as Layman's Preacher

Rev. John B. Atkinson named dean of St. Philip's Cathedral in Atlanta. Former assistant rector at a major New York church and rector in Scranton, Pennsylvania, he is described as an eloquent, sympathetic, and forceful preacher who also emphasizes lay leadership and institutional work. The Atkinsons arrived in Atlanta and will reside at the Georgian Terrace.

John B. Atkinson St. Philip’s Cathedral Atlanta New York Pennsylvania Scranton Atkinson St. Philip's

Churches Will Help Raise W C U Fund

Rev H M DuBose leads Evangeli cal Ministers association to urge congregations to raise funds for the Woman's Christian Temperance Union convention in Atlanta this November. The association pledged to raise 4000, Georgia unions have brought in about 1500, and about a thousand visiting women are expected, with local aid needed to cover expenses.

H. M DuBose Evangelical Ministers’ Association Woman's Christian Temperance Union Atlanta DuBose Georgia United States Dun Bose

Cotton Association Urges Curtailment Move

By Harvie Jordan in Austin Texas October 8 special the Southern Cotton association pushes 1915 acreage control in Texas with ten spotters at fifteen meetings daily and county mass meetings across the state to petition the legislature now in session. He addresses the legislature and plans mass meetings in Waco Dallas Fort Worth to gain state control to lift prices and ease the financial distress.

Harvie Jordan Austin Texas Southern Cotton Association Waco

Metcalf Bank Reopens Hope To Pay Depositors

Thomasville Georgia October 8 special The Bank of Metcalf in this county closed earlier by the state has reopened and cashier Cartac says every dollar owed depositors will be paid New officers include President JF Handley Vice President W A Cone and cashier GO Carlen Directors are W H Kerr Gilson TF Montford RA Stringer GB Hicks W Carter and SJ Roadenber

Thomasville Hank Metcalf Cartac JF. Handley W. A Cone Oo. Carlen

School Postponed to Harvest Cotton in Laurens County

Laurens County board of education shifts opening day to January 3 instead of November 1 to aid child labor in harvesting cotton. With a likely light spring crop, five months from January are deemed preferable to five from November. Partially tax-supported schools will still open for seven months within weeks.

Bublin Laurens County Board of Education

Council Indorsed for Americus Mayor by Business Men

Americus Ga October 9 Special The Business Men's Democratic League at a large meeting endorsed unanimously Lee G Council for mayor in the forthcoming Democratic primary. Council a prominent local banker and president of the Georgia State Bankers Association accepted the honor reluctantly. His hundreds of friends predict his election over Eugene Lockett and Lee Allen, who also have strong followings, signaling a spirited campaign.

Americus Lee G. Council America Council Georgia State Bankers’ Association Eugene Lockett Lee Allen Campaten

Recalls Force Private Double Wedding Involving Catchings

Invitations for a double wedding of Miss Nancy Catchings with Captain Thomas Harper Shields and Miss Gladys Catchings with Mr. Frederick Augustus Watt were recalled after the sudden death of Mrs. Benjamin Holiday Catchings, mother of the brides. The ceremony at Saint Epns Episcopal Church is now private with only immediate family present.

Nancy Catchings Fhyamas Harper Shields Gladys Catchings Frederick Augustus Watt Benjaminn Holliday Catchings Mals

Insurance firm buys cotton at 11 cents in Fitzgerald

An Indianapolis insurance company buys a limited number of cotton bales in Fitzgerald at 11 cents per pound, a likely record price offered this season.

Fitzgerald Indianapolis

Object to teachers discussing big war

Mayor Woodward urged the city schools to refrain from discussing the European war with students citing Wilson’s neutrality call. A German citizen’s letter prompted the instruction and Superintendent Slaten said teachers misinterpreted his note about a Peace Day, wanting teachers to use newspapers for context rather than discuss war horrors.

Atlanta Woodward W. M. Slaton Wilson Slaten Finday

Mothers Meeting Draws Large Crowd at Crinity Methodist

A large audience attended Friday morning at Crinity Methodist Church for the Mothers Meeting featuring a sermon by Dr. Charles W. Byrn Jr. The revival, led by pastor Luke Johnson, has drawn strong crowds with daily sermons and songs from Mrs. Gungus and a 40-voice chorus. Hurd is slated to preach to youths Saturday at 3. The revival closes Sunday at 7:80 PM with an evening service.

England Orders Ties From South Georgia Co

Thomasville Georgia October 9 Spe cial J I Philips vice president of the Gress Lumber company Florida left for New York then sailed for Europe on business for his firm The Gress company reportedly received an order for four large shipments of crossties to England and Philips will oversee the matter The article notes that orders from that region are scarce and this shipment is considered significant for the company

Thomasville Speleall J. I. Philips Gress Lumber Company Florida New York Europe Gress Company England Phily Ds Hees Globe

Two Catholic Nuns Arrive from Europe in Atlanta Return

Two Catholic nuns, Sister Helena and Sister de Chantel, have safely returned to Atlanta from Europe. They left New York two days before war was declared and spent the war period in England at a country place near London before arriving back in Atlanta at St Joseph’s. A wireless message announced the outbreak of war, though many initially doubted it.

Europe Atlanta Helena Sister de Chantel St. Joseph’ Intimaty England New York London

Corn Show at Dublin to be held October 16

Dublin Ga October 9 Special Laurens county corn club boss will hold their annual show October 16 at the courthouse under the direction of District Agent Verneingham. The large club membership is expected to make a fine showing with plans for members to plant acres on wheat or oats this fall.

Dublin Laurens County Corn Club Otober Verne Vingham

Woodward endorses cities home rule at league meeting

Mayor James G. Woodward backs resolutions by the League of American Municipalities promoting home rule for large U S cities. He says distant counties cannot know local needs and urges self governed legislation. A Chicago committee intends to push the campaign with delegates from Newark Milwaukee Montreal and Jackson. The league also backs buying local cotton goods. Woodward hopes Atlanta hosts the 1916 convention with 1918 in New Orleans.

United States League of American Municipalities James G. Woodward Woodward League Chicago James 4. Ross City Auditor of Accounts Newark N. d W. H. Allen New Orleans P. F. Leach Milwaukee L. M. Boyd Montreal James ‘P. Kelley Jackson Woodward Bieves Atlanta

Ex Governor Glenn To Speak On Prohibition In Georgia

Ex Governor R B Glenn of North Carolina to deliver eight prohibition addresses in Georgia, two on Sundays in late November. Anti-Saloon League organized event with Dr Eichelberger noting Glenn as a leading law enforcement voice on prohibition.

R. B. Glenn North Carolina Georgia Eichelberger Glenn Bryen Neil Dowe G. W. Eichelberger

Simple home cure for eczema and skin rashes

A Baltimore doctor endorses a cheap home treatment using resinol ointment and Resinal soap. Bath affected areas with warm water, dry gently, apply a thin layer of resinol, and cover with a light bandage if needed. Repeat twice daily, often stopping itching and restoring clear skin. Free samples offered via Dept. 34 Resinal, Baltimore, Md.

Baltimore Resinal

Two University Heads To Speak Next Sunday At First Presbyterian

The First Presbyterian church invites two university presidents to preach next Sunday. Texas Christian University President Rev. FP B Kershner D D will speak in the forenoon, Princeton University President Rev. Francis I Patton D D will speak at 7 46 in the evening. Music by J W Marshbank with organist Mrs L K Rogers. Choir includes Mrs T M Winegield soprano Mrs Joan M Cooper contralto John M Multin bass.

First Presbyterian Church FP. B. Kershner Texas Christian University Francis I. Patton Princeton University J. W. Marshbank L. K. Rogers T. M. Winegield Joan M. Cooper John M. Multin

University student brings home bride in unusual trip

Athens Ga October 9 Special The second student of the university failed to return to college then traveled home and brought back a bride. Miss Sadie Belle Rvey daughter of Mr and Mrs Tavey Mansfield Md married quietly to Mr J Guy Morgan son of Mr and Mrs J W Morgan also of Mansfield Rev L Lynn officiated The couple resides with Mr and Mrs W A Mallory on Dearing Street in Athens for now.

Athens Sadie Bellervey Tavey Mansfield J. Guy Morgan J. W. Morgan L. @. Lynn W. A. Mallory Dearing Street

Give Your Children Nutritious Food

Mothers overfeed meat. a 10¢ Faust Spaghetti package has four times the nutrition of prime steak. A child’s meal can be Faust Spaghetti with bread and butter. Cut living costs by choosing Faust Spaghetti. learn more in the new recipe book from Maull Bros of St. Louis.

Hasier

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