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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1913
Page
5
A birthday horoscope notes restless, insincere tendencies if untaught. It warns to avoid reading letters while eating and urges better health care. It mentions potential for philosophical thought when guided by understanding, and argues later life may hold unavailing regret without growth.
The Mobile chapter D A R held a unique and successful January meeting at Mrs. John Cochrane’s home hosted by Mrs. Cochrane and Mrs. E D Bon durant. Miss Lizzie Knott shared revolutionary romance stories while Mrs J O Dickens and Mrs William Ezelle sang with accompaniment. Ancestral portraits by descendants were featured in the library alcove with period decor and soft lighting.
An afternoon gown in white silk cashmere features Oriental styling with a front fastened blouse, Brussels net yoke, low armholes, and a draped sash. The skirt shows a panier effect with a two-part silhouette and hair-thread trim. Portraits and gowns recall ancestral fashions, with a social gathering and D A R guests noted in attendance.
An article describes women wearing ancestral gowns from the time of the regent and French empire era. It notes Sarah Dabney Winston and Mary Talbot Hancock Radford posing for descendants, plus Frances Dancy and Mrs. J C Carmichael in lineage dresses. The piece mentions Pollock and Swann families and a miniature of Thomas Potter.
The Hamilton Whist Club enjoyed its usual game with Mrs. G. M. Luce as hostess. Many Hamiltonians were invited to the nearby D. A. R. meeting. The table trophy was a leather traveling card case with two decks, won by Mrs. H. Penrose Vass and Mrs. H. G. Donald.
Miss Marguerite Wefel entertained at her home for cousin Miss Estelle Mashmeyer of Boise City. Guests wore blue satin and white chiffon, enjoyed a two course supper at eleven, with dancing continuing past midnight. Attendants included Misses Burgess Hearin McGowin Webb Wesel and Hamilton sisters, plus many listed hosts and guests from Selma Paris and Louisville.
The tenth Mary Washington Morosini receives guidance from ADA PATTERSON's relative in a profile on maternal methods. The mother discusses Santa Claus debunking, two guiding questions, and fostering independence. She emphasizes self discipline, refined taste, multilingual schooling, and hands on parenting with a focus on character over wealth.
Mr. Minor Friend and Mr. Marion Robbins, two Mobile men now in Pittsburgh, will attend a Clover Club dance this week on January 17. They recently were guests at a girls’ informal hosted by college girls skilled in fad dances such as the Varsouvienne and Schottische.
Several society items scheduled include Heart Party with Miss Irene Dunster at 8 30 p m, Progressive Club with Mrs C C Meechem at 3 p m, Mobile Chapter 8 A C W at 3 30 p m, Tuesday Tea Club with Mrs St John Wilson at 11 a m, and Eleanor Drahan entertaining her bridal party this evening after rehearsal. Also Buffet Lunch from Miss Marie Webb to Miss Ella Wheeler at 1 p m and Mobile infirmary Association meeting at 11 a m. Boys Club board at 11 a m and All Saints Guild meeting at 3 p m, Y W C A board at 11 a m, Benevolent Home conference at 3 30 p m, Chautauqua Circle with Mrs H H Duffee at 4 26 p m. Open Door Social at Broad Street Methodist Church cited as a notable success.
Papers were read by Mrs. J. O. Creary Mrs. A. V. Wallace Mrs. O. H. Kyle and Miss 8. A. Moore. The president Mrs. W. P. Owens gave a fine address and much enthusiasm was manifested. Many new names were added to the roll. The society meets weekly and great good is accomplished.
Miss Christine Glass and Miss Eve lyn Byrd Glass of Birmingham, popular in Montgomery and Selma, will visit grandmother Mrs. Elizabeth B. Price during carnival. Miss Marguerite Festorrazzi is visiting North and East. Mr. Lawrence Lauretta has returned from New York City after spending early winter with relatives.
Members of the Home Economic Club and others attending the parcels post market on January 21 are reminded to arrange some days ahead for parcel sending. The meeting will be addressed by Assistant Postmaster J. D. Wilkins.
Years of suffering from catarrh and blood disease ended for Miss Mabel F Dawkins of Fort Wayne Indiana after taking Hood's Sarsaparilla Two bottles made her well she recommends Hood's to others The testimonial mentions 1214 La ette Street Fort Wayne and a friend’s recommendation for the remedy in tablet form sold as squib style chocolate coated tablets
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