May Day traditions and celebrations across towns and schools
The article surveys May Day customs from Maypoles to dances and flower garlands. It references Chaucer and Shakespeare era practices, notes school festivals in Crichton Methodist church, Sophie Kinh College, Daphne Normal School, and others, and lists organizers, hosts, and notable participants.
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Singland
Chaucer
Shakemre
Browie
Hood
Friar Tuck
Maid Ma
M. Coffin
Dider
Crichton Methodist Church
Krrst Child Society
Missadie Lyons
Mark Lyons
Mofle Broh
Southern
Association of Pil
Harte Auditorium
M. Dixon
Sophie Kinh College
Daphne Normal School
Yogi Breathing and Health Teachings Highlighted
The article explains Hindu Yogis as learned teachers and outlines the physical breathing method they favor. It contrasts Western breathing with yogic practice, claiming full chest and abdomen engagement to improve posture and voice. It also includes reader questions on cracked finger cuts and freckles with practical home remedies.
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Bootblack
Essor
Yale
Harvard
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Local social notes from Theodore and Mobile area
Personal mentions include Mrs H W Bolton of Theodore and Mrs George Warden returning to Grand Bay and Mobile visits. The text records numerous visits and guest appearances across Theodore, Mobile, Grand Bay, Butler, Monroeville, and Daphne, with weddings, travels, and church activities noted.
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George Warden
Grand Bay
Mobile
Weekly calendar of club meetings and events
A dense schedule lists numerous meetings across organizations from Monday to Saturday. Highlights include the Musical Club and Clara Schumann Club gatherings, suffrage lectures, YWCA, Jewish women’s councils, and religious groups. Events span libraries, churches, schools, and clubhouses with specific times noted for each activity.
Social Calendar Highlighting Clubs and Receptions
Monday features a luncheon for Mrs Seaborne Whatley at the Marston Home at 1 p.m. and the Discards annual picnic at the river leaving at 11 a.m. The Auction Club meets Tuesday with Miss Eula Walsh at 3 p.m. and the Sewing Club gathers with Mrs Paul Smith at 2:30 p.m. Rehearsal supper for Scholtes Stroecker bridal party.
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Christ Church Auxiliary
Chapter House
Ladies of Charity
Eula Walsh
Paul Smith
C. J. Cash
Scholtes—Stroecker Bridal Party
Aletta Turner
W. M. Hunter
Scholtes—Stroecker
St. Catherine's Rectory
Crichton
Christ Church Society
Craighead Parliamentary Law Club Plans Spring Meetings
The Craighead Club held a Sunday meet ing with Mrs. Wren Wilson directing and Miss Black as secretary. The main division will meet Friday May 5 at 3 pm with a general meeting at 3 30 pm, and most divisions disband May 1 for the summer. An invitation was received to Mobile for College Day May 6 at 4 pm in Harte auditorium.
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J. K. Glennon
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Tuscaloosa
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University
Lola ‘Rox
Baltimore
Rungsell Ladd
Fiaphael Semmes
Parliamentary Law Club
Henry Chamberlin
Interdenominational Union
St. Francis Street Methodist Church
St. Clare
Home Economics Club
W. W. McGuire
Craighead Partliamentary
Law Club
Craighead Club
Wren Wilson
Miss Damburger
Miss Black
Craighead Parliamentary Law Club
Young Women’s Christian Association
Charles ‘S. Shawhan
Mobile
Southern Association of College Women
Harte
Milady's Garden Veil and New Garden Outfit Trend
A playful note describes a garden veil as the new fashion for gardeners. It mentions a Swiss apron and a cart ridge bag filled with tools, predicting fashionable gardeners will wear these outfits before summer. The tone suggests early 20th century press coverage of gardening attire.
Vinol Promises Blood and Health Boost for Anemia
Testimony from W H Hodges of Kansas City describes relief from anemia after trying Vinol a venison of iron and cod liver extracts. The ad claims Vinol enriches blood improves circulation and builds strength with beef peptone and iron peptonate, offering a guarantee and prompting readers to search for Vinci drug stores locally.
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W. H. Hodges
Kansas City
van Antwerp Drug Corp
Mobile
Ala
P. S
Vinci Drug Store
Sunday Fires Damaged Two Frame Dwellings in City
Fire damaged two one story frame houses on South Conception and Selma streets Sunday morning. At 766 South Conception St. the blaze started, 8:45 a.m., due to sparks on the roof. Hose Co. No. 3 responded. At 510 Selma St. Rosa Collins occupant, Charles Pierce owner, fire traced to roof with sparks.
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South Conception St
O. Green
Hose Company No. 3
Selma Street
Rosa Collins
Charles Pierce
Hunt for Villa Continues Amid New Leads
The Memphis Commercial Appeal notes authorities pursue fresh leads in the hunt for Villa. Journalists echo Mark Twain style while stressing ongoing efforts to locate the fugitive and bring him to justice.
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Mark Twain
Villa
Memphis
Afternoon Game Promises Sponsor Tie Ins
Sponsors are chosen for this afternoon's game between Spring Hill College and the University of Irk. Myrtle Murray serves as Spring Hill sponsor with Joe Hermann. University sponsors include Miss Irwin Earn, Helen Terrill, and Gabriella Cooke.
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Spring Pa College
University of Irk
Mise Yrtle Murray
Spring Hill
Joe Hermann
Marie Hermann
Julian McPhillips
Grace Drahan
John van Heuvel
Effis Soost
Joe Nettles
Edna Manning
Richard Murray
Edna Finch
Frank McConnell
Irwin Earn
Helen Terrill
Gabriella Cooke
Cupid's Corner Ad Column By Miss Eros
Inquiries on love affairs directed to Miss Eros will be printed if concise. Names will not be printed. Address letters to Miss Eros Mobile item. Personal correspondence not answered and handled privately. Use ink and write on one side of paper.
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Miss Eros
Dear Suss Bros Advice Letter From 1900s
Two sixteen year old girls seek formal guidance on making boy friends. They attend Sunday school and a private school, are popular among girls, and prioritize studies. Advice urges patience, education, and meeting nice boys naturally, noting early romantic missteps.
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Suss Bros
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