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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1914

Page

17

Royal Dinner Scene at Cawthon Hotel Saturday Evening

On Saturday February 28 a royal dinner was hosted at the Vine yard of the Cawthon Hotel. Emperor Felix entertained by Mr Jerm H Maschmeyer with a velvet centerpiece and tulip crown decorations. Guests included Miss Wefel and Mr Sims with Mr and Mrs Jex Luce, enjoying lively wit and cheerful revelry.

Cawthon Hotel Emperor Felix Jerm H. Maschmeyer Spt Wefel Tom Sims Jex Luce

Washington Birthday Party for Ramsey Family Child

A Washington birthday party was held at Mr. and Mrs. John L. Ramsey home on Friday evening in honor of their children Miss Brothy and John L. Jr. The lower floor featured red white and blue bunting and cherry punch. Guests included Mrs. C. S. Shu, Mrs. J. Acree, Mrs. W. Bur, and Miss Laura Hart of Mississippi and others from Los Angeles California.

Washington John L. Ramsey Miss Brothy John L., Jr C. S. Shu J. & Acree W. B. Burr Laura Hart Nachez Stomack Los Angeles Cal

Queen Hosts Lavish Luncheon at Battle House Parlor

The first royal function yesterday featured a 1 PM luncheon in Parlor C of the Battle House. The table displayed carnival colors with a yellow Porto Rican centerpiece and fourteen Palma violets. Guests included Miss Celle Webb, Miss Elise Hall, and a roster of attendants. each guest received a bouquet with a gold hat pin.

Battle House Celle Webb Elise Hall Marguerite Festorazzi Gabriella Barrett Hilda Broadwood Elizabeth Hagan Margaret Horn Irene Dunster Annetta McMillan Marie Clifton Lela McMillan Lucille Rush

Shakespeare Club Meeting Led by Mrs Hogan

The Shakespeare Club met yesterday morning with Mrs Frank Hopper in attendance and Mrs James Hogan presiding. A large group gathered and one visitor, Mrs L M Hurt of North Carolina, attended as an enthusiastic clubwoman.

Shakespeare Club Frank Hopper James Hogan L. M. Hurt North Carolina

Lack of Care Ruins the Most Beautiful Hair

Hair loss stems from dandruff and poor scalp care. Regular use of Newbro's Herpicide helps remove buildup and promotes growth. Available in 50c and 1.00 sizes from dealers with satisfaction guaranteed. Samples and booklet offered by mail from The Herpicide Co. Detroit MI.

Newbro Herpicide Co Dept. R Detroit Mich Van Antwerp Drug Corp Special

Engagement of Marion Simon to Jack Mann

Mr Louis Simon and Mrs Simon announce the engagement of their daughter Marion to Mr Jack Mann of Houston Texas formerly of Philadelphia Pennsylvania They will be at home to friends Sunday evening February 22 at 107 South Joachim street

Louis Simon Marion Jack Mann Houston, Tex Philadelphia South Joachim Street Marcelle Weil Houston Tex Marian S. Joachim Street

St Johns Entertainment Pleases at Chapter House Event

Friday night at St John s chapter house showcased a successful program including stage furnishings by Adam Glass William H Monk Clarence Evans S E Webb and R W Horn and a two part program with reading A Telephone Romance and Spriggs Trip to Europe followed by numerous musical numbers and a children's carnival musicale with many performers. An engagement announcement from Sol Rosen for their daughter Aline to Leon Hutchisson Miller of New Orleans concludes the item.

St John’s St. John’s Chapter House Adam Glass William H. Monk Clarence Evans S. E. Webb R. W. Horn Sol Rosen Aline Leon. Hutchisson Miller New Orleans

Engagement Announcement for Mary Black to John Lynch

Mr and Mrs Samuel Black announce the engagement of their daughter Mary Jenkins to Mr John Lynch. The wedding will be April 18 at 6 o clock at All Saints Church. Miss Black is the second daughter and Mr Lynch is the son of Mr and Mrs William Lynch of Greenville Ohio.

Samuel Black Mary Jenkins John Lynch All Saints’ Church Miss Black Black Mr. Lynch William Lynch Greenville Ohio

Frazer Couple Announce Mary to Mr. Morian Of New York

Dr and Mrs T H Frazer announce Mary to Clarke Horton Morian of New York. The wedding is planned for early spring.

T. H. Frazer Mary Clarke Horton Morian New York

Cold Meats and Cheese For Lunches W T Goubil

The notice advertises cold meats and cheese for lunches attributed to W T Goubil. It outlines product availability and pricing details for school or institutional meals.

Mardi Gras Postponed To Following Week

Mardi Gras events will be delayed from the planned date and postponed to the following week, affecting schedule and festivities.

Christ Child Sewing Circle Meets at Mrs Kirkbride Home

The regular monthly meeting of the Christ Child Sewing Circle will be held Thursday at 4 p m at 200 Government Street. A large attendance is requested as cut-out garments for children will be distributed to be made during Lent.

Christ Child Sewing Circle M. F. Kirkbride Government Street

Bazaar at McGill Institute Hosts Weekend Refreshments

A Monday and Tuesday bazaar at McGill Institute offers varied refreshments with dinner priced at fifty cents and lunch at twenty five. Notable social guests include Leon Hutchisson Miller of New Orleans with his fiancee Miss Aline Rosen, Hazel Gerry of Memphis visiting Mrs. C. J. Weinacker, and Mrs. KE Anderson of Jacksonville traveling to New Orleans and Johnstown. Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Provost of Atlanta visit their father at 1005 Selma Street, while Mrs. Sam C. Wilkes of Nashville visits her parents. The Followers of Felix plan a Mardi Gras ball at German Relief Hall with about seventy five young Mobile men in modern dances.

McGill Institute D. A. Provost Atlanta Wm. Provost Selma Street Felix Mobile

Bethel Concert at Seamen's Bethel Delights Sailors

Ladies Auxiliary concert features Miss Sterling's junior orchestra with Miss Rosen directing and members Rosen Johnson Sherman Make Dyeis Sherman. program includes duets solos and intermezzo. Patriotic services planned at First Baptist Church for George Washington birthday with D A R and Confederate veterans invited. Mrs Clarke and Mrs Seals visit Mr Clarke in Birmingham. Athelstan Carnival Ball announced.

Bethel Ladies Auxiliary Seamen's Ervin Little Max Lavelle Louise Goldsby Nellie —Berenson Miss Sterling Max Cavelle Clara Sims F. P. Davis Sterling Washington Mobile First Baptist Church D. A. R. Virginia Cavaler Chapter Colonial Dames U. D. Cs Confederate Veterans and Sons of Veterans Tonopah Mardi Gras George Washington Dudley Buck Columbia America

Carnival party fills Rath skeller with tango and waltz

About 250 guests enjoyed decorations in purple and gold at 11 pm intermission. Dragon's Orchestra played as guests lingered at a late supper. Mrs L M Hurr of Shelby and Mrs Elizabeth Zadek hosted with Mrs F A Bromberg of Richmond as honored guests. Ma rian Weil introduction planned at 1078 S Joachim St February 22.

Dragon’s Gray L. M. Hurr Shelby N. Ga Woman's Federation Civic Society Elizabeth Zadek F. A. Bromberg Richmond N. Claiborne Street

Dance at Masonic Temple Honors Two Local Visitors

In Brewton Alabama on Wednesday evening young men hosted a dance at the Masonic Temple for visitors Miss Annie Will Mangum and Miss Nellie Kyser Stewart. Attending were numerous local youths and couples including Mrs. Lovelace and Mrs. McKenzie, with additional hosting by Mrs. Tippins at a Tuesday forty-two party on Evergreen Street.

Masonic Temple Annie Will Mangum Nellie Kyser Stewart Carolie McGowin Kate Douglas Gladys O'Neal Agnes McConnell Jamie Lovelace John Miller Malcomb McMillan Louis Finlay Robert Martin James Whitiar Leslie Holiday Charley Morgan J .W. Adkisson J. R. Lyons BE. M. Lovelace McKenzie Tippins Evergreen Street D. B. McKenzie

Crichton preacher to fill Pleasant Valley Church Sunday

Crichton Alabama Reverend J B Trotter will occupy the pulpit at Pleasant Valley Methodist Church this Sunday. Visitors and locals recall recent activities at semidwellers with social events and fundraising for church construction.

Social notes of region residents visit and travel

Local society items list several visits and travels among residents. Corrie and Jule Park returned from Tallahassee after weeks away. Mrs Sanford Lowell of Tallahassee visits relatives. Mrs D C Burson was called to Beatrice for her father's illness. Mrs R B Evans travels to Lake Charles for her mother's death. The Littles Miller return from White Springs. Families from Monroeville, St Louis, West Point, Atlanta, Romé and Greenville are mentioned with upcoming Mardi Gras trips and social engagements.

Faula B. M. Lovelace Corrie Jule Park Tallahassee Fila Sanford Lowell Fla D. C. Burson Beatrice G. C. Nettles R. B. Evans Lake Charles W. H. Strong West Point Miss Nellie Kyser Stewart Atlanta B. L. McMillan Belleville Street Annie Will Mangum Romé H. M. Lovelace Mangum Mobile Leon G. Brooks Hamilton Greenville W. P. Martin New Orleans B. C. Page Osborne Moorer John D. Leigh Pensacola Dora Smith Atmore

Social News of Whistler Highlights Visits and Events

Whistler social notes report visits by Mr and Mrs Gib Dempster from Columbus Mississippi to Mrs Donough. Florence Davis traveled from Mobile due to sister illness. Matt Davis of Oak Grove visited Whistler. he owns a large sawmill supplying local shops. Sam Kelly returned from Gulfport. The Ladies Aid Society held a parsonage party to fund repairs. Boxes sold for 25 cents. News of Mrs Anna new recovering from grip. Lula Boone and Mrs F A Brewer left for Cairo Illinois St Louis and Booneville to stay several months. Mr and Mrs John McDonough of Galveston visiting mother. Friday the Old-Time performed at IOOF hall with notable acts Lang and Jen. Audience praised the show and the manager. Final scene depicted old log cabin and mammy awaiting children. post show dancing lasted until 1 am. A cake prize went to Miss Flor Davis. Mrs S J Davis and Mrs Maud Diehl visiting. Otis McPherson still ill with typhoid. wishes for speedy recovery. Mrs G Hann left for Atmore Alabama to visit sister.

Florence Davis McClein Matt Davis Oak Grove Whistler Sam Kelly Gulfport Miss Ladies’ Aid Society Ann Lula Boone Booneville F. A. Brewer Whistler Cairo St. Mo John McDonough Galveston Lang Jen Joe Flor Davis J. Davis Maud Diehl Meridian Oxford Otis McPherson G. Hann Atmore Ala

Rule that shoes should be larger than feet

A well known guideline states footwear must be bigger than the foot it fits. The adage warns against too tight shoes and emphasizes comfort and proper fit for foot health.

Spring Poem Receives Odd Rhyme Twist at The Office

A spring poem received today at the office includes a playful line linking sausage with mas sage. The quirky couplet drew smiles from staff and sparked light chatter about creative wordplay.

Local Social Notes Highlight Smith and Barrett Visits

Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Smith hosted guests this week while Mrs. L. F. Barrett of Montgomery visited her sister, Mrs. M. A. Rabbi Alco, as part of regional social news.

A. C. Smith L. F. Barrett Montgomery M. A Rabbi Alco

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. G. Thomas Ent ‘Street Elks German Relief Hall O. O. M. Ball Biks K. O. R. Society Hiks Fidelia Club Battle House Auditorium Mothers’ Club Christ Childs M. F. Dirkbride Mrs. Ramsey Lena Muscat Emily McGowin Caroline Acree Isabel Cowan Ruth Laurendine Virginia Thornton Elizabeth Baxter Scalyne Shuford Marshall McPhillips Francis Locke Grace Landon Dunlap Jesse Acrge Henry Jones James Warley John Bester Robinson John Locke Lee Noble Melvin Little Henry Nettles Henry Tonsmeire, Jr Winden Ben Ezra Browning Mra Harvey Shakespeare Miss Eans Mrs. Hogan Mrs. Quarles Frank R Newto Kodaks Brownies KODAK Victor Victrolas Victor Records Edison Phonographs Edison Records Sheet Music Musical Instruments Dauphin St Joe McAndrew Spriggs Europe Cyril Tucker Jennie L. McCary Vera Ross Katie Mae Robinson Matelya Mdgett Ruth Raff Sally Harvey Knights of Columbus Hall Hannah Smith Catherine Greenwood Daisy Fields Cebscvaveseccese Ducelle Ody Lurline E. M Gin Siotatcceieoose Lichner Edna Pincus BO sDennee Vivian Kelly Chase Virginia Sawyer F. A. Williams Marie Murphy Cube Sheele Oe Grant-Schaefer Lucile Ortmann Porter Steele Emma McAlpine Katheryne Robinson Butterfly Chase Eslenberg Helen Pitman MacDowell Annie Boone Reeees Merkel Amelia Kron 8Chytte Willie Deane Ravesses le Papillon Ces Eieeeseves Dennee Mary Waring Harrison Bessie Kelly Reeee Grieg Schumann Melva Overbey Nellie Berouson Jettalee Simon Nathan Simon Valentine Cupid The Leon Hutchisson Miller Miss Aline Rosen Hazel Gerry Memphis, Tenn C. J. Weinacker Dauphin Way J. H. Simms KE. A. Anderson Jacksonville New Orl Johnstown Sam C. Wilkes Nashville, Tenn Mrs T. A. Warner Positude Stars and Stripes Sousa Richard H. Clarke Carl Seals Birmingham N. R. Clarke Athelstan Brewton, Ala Crichton J. B. Trotter Pleasant Valley Methodist Church J. ©. Allen Semmes Trawick Spring Hill Avenue Lula Sallie Simmons Mobile Street Andrew J. Boyles Minnie Graff Miss Hertzog Tllinois J. Hertzog Dreamland Social News of Gib Dempsterlumbus Donough Mr. Dempster Bank of the Southern Railroad Insissippi Bus W. T. Goubil Dauphili Terminal Station Kile & Way H. E. Jones, JR Bush, JR M. L. Davis Jas. K. Glennon J. W. Little Jas. McPhillips, JR A. Pincus R. V. Taylor Mgr. M O. R. m Jas C. van AN Treas van Antwerp Drug Corp J. W. Whiting
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