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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
3
A poetic exhortation from Exchange urges praising loved ones now rather than after death. It argues praise calms fear, boosts courage, and strengthens spirits more than fame or money. The piece stresses timely encouragement for friends and loved ones who are alive.
A reflective meditation contrasts dreams with the living world and the dead. The author suggests dreams spare the sleeper from endless grief by surrounding the living with the figures of those who have passed on.
Century Book Club enjoyed its first meeting after the holidays with large attendance. Hostess Mrs. R P Pope and presiding Mrs J W Hunter led a program including papers by Mrs Edey and Mrs J W Hunter on Louvre history and treasures. Discards club tea at Mrs Joseph McPhillips home featured Madeira centerpieces and prizes. Miss Vera Green honored after a bay ride aboard the Pinto with companions from Pensacola and nearby towns.
Miss Margaret Booth entertained visitors with a bridge afternoon on Wednesday for five fashionable guests from New York Prattville and Troy Greenville. The lower floor was decorated with pink carnations and ferns. Twelve bridge tables lined the room with prizes a painting of Madam Lr Brun and Child from the Louvre and a copy of Rube and His Two Sons from the Lichtestein gallery in Vienna.
An Alabama testimonial promotes Natona Iron Tonic and Natona Tablets for dyspepsia and stomach disorders. M F Knight of Healing Springs Choctaw County recounts long rheumatism and diarrhea relief after one bottle, claiming complete cure of both conditions.
Mrs. Chamberlain of Mobile visits sister Mrs. R Anderson in Memphis with daughter Miss Josephine. Miss Annie Tysons and Miss Amelie Hill waitresses as Mobilians visiting in Memphis.
Mrs Paul Wilson entertained the Discards on Wednesday afternoon with guests Mrs Ervin Little Mrs Robin C Herndon Mrs George Michael Mrs Terry L Moore Mrs T C Booth Mrs Horace Upton Mrs F L Cowen and Mrs James L Coleman. Trophies were embroidered towels at each table won by Mrs T K Jackson Mrs George Dunlap Mrs Robin Herndon and Mrs Frank T Parker. A salad course with accompaniments followed the bridge contest.
Miss Lula Gray Talbert married Roy G Jones in a small afternoon ceremony at the groom's mother Mrs J W Jones home on Jackson street. Rev J E Barnes officiated with Miss Alice Eaton and Mr Herbert Legear as attendants. The couple planned a bridal trip to New Orleans after a brief reception and luncheon.
A slate of gatherings fills Thursday evening: a Sea men’s Bethel concert by the Ladies Auxiliary at 8 p.m.. Mobile Business Women’s Club at 6:15 p.m. at Smith Piano Co. parlors. Electra Semmes Colston Chapter U D C meets at 3:30 p.m. with Mrs. Louis Sewall. Matron’s Social Club at 3 p.m. with Mrs. S. L. Johnson. Mothers Club of the Settlement Home at 3 p.m.. a Girls’ mask dance at German Relief Hall at 8:30 p.m. The Shell Road School teachers host a reception 8–9 p.m. at the schoolhouse. Mobile Graded Union meets in Burgett Memorial at 8:45 with a 3:14 social half-hour, 3:45 program, 3:45–4 p.m. lesson construction, and Sunday school study plus home department meeting 4–4:30. Teacher training and Bible study follow 4:45–5:15. Invited to all program portions.
Twenty three women gathered with Mrs Louis Donald for a fortnightly knitting class. Dr Harry T Inge spoke on First Aid to the Injured aided by Miss McMeans with lan ten slides. Toasterettes with chicken broth were served by Misses Donald Fowlkes and Little. next meeting February 32 features cooking for the wounded and convalescent.
Chicora residents welcome visitors from Meridian Clara and Disney. Mrs J Mashburn of Clara Miss stayed with Mrs C B Mashburn and returned with Creley Mashburn. Mr Boyd Barnes ended a Mobile New Orleans trip returning home. Dave Sanderson from Disney Ala visited relatives Wednesday and Friday. Clyde Lane hosted a party Saturday night and Mae and Lettie Lack entertained Monday. William Causey returned home after a brief stay with relatives.
The Clara Schumann Club marked its twenty first birthday with a acclaimed evening musical in the Cawthon assembly room. Mrs. James Hagan welcomed guests and introduced Mrs. Ellenberg whose performance graced the program alongside numerous club members and notable guests including Mrs. Robert Filenberg of Montgomery. The concert featured challenging pieces from Liszt Strauss Chopin and Schumann with piano duets and a chorus, delivering a standout display of talent and preparation.
Enthusiastic applause followed a successful evening with Mrs. Wilenberg and Mrs. Hagan receiving congratulations. A winting plate luncheon with chocolate was served by Misses Lily Walsh Edith Camrell Viola Gaines Doris Weil Irma Pearce McCarron Cunstill Fowlkes and Allen. The Polymnia Circle met at the president home featuring Donizetti with readings instrumental and vocal selections and guests from Evergreen Gulfport and Maryland attended.
Julius Hammel of the L Ham mel Dry Goods Company departed Wednesday night for New York City to join his buyers. He will assist in purchasing stocks for the Royal Street establishment and is expected to be away about one month.
An advertisement touts Mercorized wax to peel off disfigured skin and banish blotches and pimples. It claims weekly skin shedding reveals a spotless, youthful face and notes Saxolite solution for wrinkles with hazel water for facial baths.
Thousands of women seek safe ways to cover gray hair and look youthful. Brownstone Hair Stain promises instant gray touch ups or a rich brown or glossy black finish with no damage. No experience needed. sample and booklet available for 10 cents. Sold at leading drug stores in two sizes. Kenton Pharmacal Co. advertises Brownatene.
A chicken pie supper is hosted this evening from 5 to 8 by the Ladies Aid Society of First Christian Church at Government and Dearborn. A box party at Mrs W C Dorgan 355 Church Street aids Baptist Tabernacle. The Mobile Chapter D A R continental ball committee meets Saturday at 10 80 at Mrs BE Bondu's to settle ball affairs and collect tickets or funds.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reopened for further argument the cases involving reasonableness of blackstrap molasses rates from Mobile and New Orleans. The action follows a petition by the American Sugar Refining Company. Named parties include the Louisiana Sugar Planters' Association and Leo Godchaux Company Limited.
H L Scott postr Ill G R Landry city and E B Scott attend a Fox Lake gathering hosted by the former mayor. The group plans a ten day stay in Mobile for registration at the Cawth and a weekend trip to Satsuma with valued items.
A report notes weight increases among thin individuals tied to a physics study. Researchers examine metabolic and environmental factors influencing body mass changes. The piece highlights measurements, methods, and potential implications for dietary guidance.
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