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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1913

Page

27

Social by Myrtle Grove 1 Woodmen Circle Draws Big Audience

The Myrtle Grove 1 Woodmen Circle social on Monday proved a financial success with a strong turnout. An engaging program planned by the sewing and pond committees featured piano duets, violin solos, recitations, readings, and candid remarks by organizers, receiving warm applause. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.

Myrtle Grove Myrtle Grove Woodmen Circle Waal M. L. Martin G. Millard Clara Schoenld Marie Connors Julia Abbey Montgomery Ntez Effie Emilbnry Fannie Serna Gladys Bradberry Erna Schoenfeld Amelia Carolus Strictmatter Ce Johns Irene Gman Henriettackelman Gladysadberry

Meeting of Albert Sidney Johnson Camp No. 144

In 1914 convention mode the Albert Sidney John n Camp No 144 United Confederate Veterans will meet at 3 30 this afternoon in the W and Hall. Officers to be elected and matters of importance will be discussed. The camp will consider cooperation on upcoming activities and veterans’ support.

Albert Sidney Johnn United Conferte Veterans W. &. Hall

Port Huron Leader visits Alamo Tent 1565 knights

Sir Knight Great Commander George S. Lovelace of Port Huron Michigan head of the Knights of the Modern Maccabees attended Alamo Tent No. 1565 last week. He praised the lodge’s progress and predicted a bright future for the local order.

George S. Lovelace Port Huron Mich Knights of the

San Antonios bid to host 1914 veterans convention

The Chamber of Commerce reports active effort to secure the 1914 veterans convention for San Antonio. Letters to Confederate camps nationwide draw hopeful replies and three camps have issued resolutions backing San Antonio if a chance remains. Delegates will be chosen at this afternoon’s meeting to advocate for San Antonio in Chattanooga’s forthcoming convention.

San Antonio Chattanooga Richmond 1914

Ladies of the Grand Army circle plans entertainment

A well attended session of General D. S. Stanley Circle No. 8 Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic met Tuesday afternoon. Members showed enthusiasm for organizing an upcoming entertainment with President Mrs. Sarah E. Fox leading efforts to build up the circle.

G. A. R. Post D. S. Stanley Grand Army of the Republic Sarah E. Fox

Circle Plans State Encampment Countrywide G A R Event

The circle advances membership applications presented at the meeting and plans to aid the BE O C Ord Post of the G A R in hosting the state encampment in the city during carnival week with preparations underway.

BE. O. C. Ord

Railway Conductors Auxiliary shifts meeting day to Wednesdays

The ladies auxiliary to the Order of Railway Conductors changes meeting day from the first and third Fridays to the first and third Wednesdays each month. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday afternoon March 5 at the Knights of Pythias hall. Members are urged to attend as important business and initiation of several candidates will be addressed.

Order of Railway Conductors Knights of Pythias

Sam Houston Camp initiates six new members

Sam Houston Camp No. 55 Woodmen of the World held a Thursday meeting initiating six candidates. Twelve membership applications were presented with four by transfer. A graveside memorial for last year’s deceased members is set for April 13 with cemetery visits and a joint ceremony across city camps.

Sam Houston Woodmen of the World Co. C. Chaffe Fred A. Mitchell C. Holm

Magnolia Grove No 26 Holds Large Woodmen Circle Meeting

Magnolia Grove No 26 Woodmen Circle held a well attended session Friday with guardian Mrs Kate Wolfram presiding. Seven membership applications were balloted on and two admitted by transfer. Delegates to the Dallas state convention March 11 were given funds for travel. Visitors from other lodges attended, and the gathering featured a social hour, refreshments and dancing.

Magnolia Grove Woodmen Circle Kate Wolfram Dallas Pat Stephens W. B. Mathis A. Neely

Friendship Temple No. 2 Pythian Sisters Meet

A largely attended meeting of Friendship Temple No. 2, Pythian Sisters, was held Thursday. Four transfer memberships were received and routine lodge business transacted. Arrangements for an upcoming temple entertainment began with committee work. Regular meetings are the second and fourth Thursday and first Saturday. two meetings were held this week. One candidate was initiated last night and a social hour with refreshments followed.

Friendship Temple No. 2 Pythian Sisters White Rose Grove Woodmen Circle W. O. W. Hall Miss Lentz Professor Wellborn Hettie Torter Messrs. Harris and Licklider Mrs. Ball Mrs. Winters The Howard Glee Club Miss Monier Miss Thyre McCarty Mr. Lewis Mrs. Betterton Gladys Betterton Mildred Hooley George Martha Washington

Installed Commander Earl Pearce Installed At Alamo Tent Meeting

Earl Pearce recently elected commander of Alamo Tent No 1565 Knights of the Modern Maccabees was installed February 20 by Great Commander George S Lovelace of Michigan with assistance from State Manager 8 P Bailey of Paris Texas.

George Lovee Order P. Bailey Ris. Tex St. Anthony Hotel Alamo Monroe Hall J. Lovelace Texas Earl Pearce Knights of the Modern Maccabees George S. Lovelace Michigan 8. P. Bailey Paris Tex

San Antonio to Host Grand Lodge Meeting in 1914

Delegates from San Antonio Lodge No. 11 plan to attend the state assembly in Houston in March as they nominate San Antonio for the 1914 grand lodge gathering. Among attendees are Grand Sire Co A Keller Grand Master Marcus W Davis W W Sloan and others. Miriam Rebekah Lodge members will join the Houston event with several named ladies present.

San Antonio W. W. Sloan Grand Lodge Houston

New Members Initiated at San Antonio Loyal Americans Assembly

San Antonio Assembly No. 78 Loyal Americans of the Republic held its semi monthly meeting Thursday night with good attendance. Two new members were initiated and two applications for membership were received. A social hour followed with refreshments served.

San Antonio Assembly No. 78 Loyal Americans of the Republic

Royal Americans Meet in San Antonio Assembly Notes

San Antonio Assembly No. 78 Royal Americans held a Thursday night meeting followed by an members only social. Two candidates were initiated by the drill team and two applications were referred for investigation. Judge business proceeded then refreshments and dancing concluded the gathering.

San Antonio Assembly No. 78

Fair closes with auction of articles and book sales

The fair plans two days of events followed by a dismissal sale of all department articles. In the contest for selling the most admission books, Mrs. C. A. Soule won a $10 gold piece for selling 82 books.

C. A. Soule

Nomination Meeting for Bolton Lodge Officers Held

John H Bolton Lodge No 4 Degree of Honor Ancient Order of United Workmen met at Mrs Cooper 1915 Monterey street Wednesday with large attendance. The special meeting nominated officers for the lodge year. Installation is set for the next regular meeting the first Tuesday in March with coffee and cake served after.

John H. Bolton Order of United Workmen

Fraternal Orders of Ranchers See Rapid Growth and Preparations

Reports from the Fraternal Orders of Ranchers indicate rapid progress and broad satisfaction. The degree staff is completed and drills twice weekly in preparation for initiating new members. Replies to prospective member letters regarding medical examinations have mostly arrived in satisfactory form.

Ranch order leaders plan meeting in the city

C E Way and H M White, active in organizing the fourth ranch of the order, are at Kenedy now. They expect to complete their work there and return to the city in the early part of the coming week for the first meeting and initiation.

C. E. Way H. M. White Kenedy

Veteran's Jewel Presentation at Elk Lodge Meeting

Elk Lodge No. 85 Knights of Pythias held a well attended meeting on Thursday. Two candidates were elected to membership and two applications referred for investigation. Ed Sachs, a charter member, received a veteran's jewel after 25 years of membership. Chancellor Commander Schneider gave the presentation speech, Mr. Sachs replied. Visitors spoke on the order's merits before routine business. The session ended with a Dutch lunch and social.

Elk Lodge No. 85 Knights of Pythias Ed Sachs Elk Lodge Schneider Sachs

Elks Hold Stag Social Plan Next Week Meeting

No 216 Fraternal Order of Elks met Monday with large attendance. A committee was appointed to arrange a stag social after the next Monday business meeting. One candidate was elected to membership as the lodge adjourned.

Elks San Antonio Lodge No. 216 Order of Elks

Knights of Columbus Lodge Reaffirms Growth At Refugio Initiation

San Antonio Council 789 reports sixteen officers attended a regular semi monthly meeting and eighteen candidates were initiated in Refugio Texas by the degree team led by District Deputy Nelson Lytle. The Refugio lodge now has about sixty five members after its second initiation. Attending San Antonio members listed include Nelson Lytle J H Potonowitz M E Buckley and others.

San Antonio Knights of Columbus Refugio Tex Nelson Lytle H. Grover J. H. Potonowitz M. E. Buckley William Campbell Ned C. Bell J. F. Garland E. M. Rowley Thomas L. Conroy

Dentist Can Stop Disease Claims Highlight Oral Health

Dr. Charles Mayo told Chicago Dental Society that mouth infections enter blood and that dentists can checking early gum and tonsil issues may prevent illness. He described antibodies produced in body fluids to counter bacteria and urged public education on early prevention.

Chicago Charles H. Mayor Rochester Minn Chicago Dental Society Hotel la Salle Mayo University Club Arthur D. Black

Easter Date Dances With Moon and Sun

The article explains Easter's movable date, determined by the paschal moon after the vernal equinox. It outlines the Metonic cycle and Golden Numbers used to calculate Easter years, noting March 23 falls this year and April 7 last year. It cites lunar months, solar year, and the March 21 equinox as key anchors for the rule. It mentions almanacs aiding calculations and a growing adoption of commission government in about 205 cities across 33 states.

Meton

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