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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1914
Page
12
A poetic verse by Alice EB Allen in Good Housekeeping expresses a preference for intimate companionship over vast travel or grand settings. The speaker imagines seasons from spring to winter, choosing a simple, loving home with you over exploration or grand spectacle.
A collection of reflective maxims and literary quotes on human affairs joy and diversity. It cites Lowell, the Old Testament, and Montaigne, illustrating variety in opinion and the value of mirth in life.
Miss Mary Crawford Jones wed Edward Clayton Brantley in a Tuscaloosa home ceremony attended by relatives and friends. The bridal party wore pink satin and chiffon. Rev. E. Penick officiated as the Jones family hosted the elegant event. The narrative also notes Mrs. Carrie McC. Patrick of Anderson and several out of town guests including Harriet Fitts of Birmingham.
The Alpha Beta Lambda Sigma annual play to benefit the permanent scholarship fund at the University of Alabama will be staged at the Lyric Theater on December 18 with matinee and evening performances.
Miss Miriam Blount joins a round of debutante events as Miss Em Turner Merritt and Miss Carrie Blount also prepare to bow to society. The Merritts plan a large late autumn or early winter reception to introduce their daughter to Pensacola society.
The Red Cross Seal Committee of Mobile calls a Monday November 16 meeting at 11 a m in the Public Library on Conti street to plan the Christmas Seal campaign. The drive funds tuberculosis nursing services and a tuberculosis camp, arguing health is economic and moral and civic, urging organizational representatives to attend or contact the group.
The Interdenominational Missionary Union schedules its semi annual meeting for Tuesday morning November 24 at 10 30 in the First Baptist church led by Mrs J J Bartee. A Sunday union service is set for November 22 at 3 with a symposium Why the Modern Woman Should Know the Bible presented by several ministers. A Prayer Circle Meeting for presidents and representatives from auxiliaries and societies is planned for November 16 at 3 30 in the Bush Auditorium to outline plans for the November 24 gathering.
The Knight and Ladies of Security host a character cotton ball Friday November 20 1914 at 830 pm in German Relief Hall. Committee members include Joseph Espalla Jr chairman George Schwenck Claude Farrell Moxie Koster Wally Thompson C C Rush J M Simison F I Spaulding Fred Bitzer Eugene Bosarge. Participants may contact Jack Butt Jr to join.
On account of the death of Dr. G E Gavin a relative in the family of her fiance Mr George Robinson Swift many forthcoming ante nuptial entertainments for Miss Ligon have been cancelled.
Savannah Ga November 14 United Daughters of the Confederacy concludes its annual general convention with pleas for greater interest in Southern history. Mrs Daisy McLaurin Stevens and Miss Mildred Lewis Rutherford head speakers. Virginia and Texas lead membership. a Shiloh monument project gains funds. 1915 meeting bids Nashville and San Francisco.
Miss Drue Sullivan married Mason Heildhand in a small ceremony at St. Vincent's church officiated by Rev. Father Brady. The bride wore a blue tailored suit and black hat with white plumes, with a shower bouquet of roses and white chrysanthemums. Attendants included Miss Gene Sullivan and best man Mr. Tom Fuller. The couple then went to 454 1 2 Augusta street to receive guests and gifts.
On a wet Friday night Miss Maggie Oberkirch hosted a Tennis Club event with a progressive peanut party. Winners included Miss Ruth Turner of Laurel who claimed a photograph album and Mr Grandall who won grey silk socks. prizes also went to Miss Tracy and Mr Harry Oberkirch. An ice course followed the games.
The Euterpean Fraternity votes to continue its season after a financial report. Members are asked to contribute 50 cents each to cover a deficit and fund this year. Contributions to be left with Y M C A treasurer Mr Evans this week, with names noted when paid. A business meeting will follow in 7 to 10 days. M C M s Ball set for December 18 at German Relief Hall.
A rainbow dance will be held at German Relief Hall Tuesday evening November 17, hosted by a group of pretty girls. The organizing committee includes Moxie Koster chairman John Braun Frank McPhilips Fred Bitzer Robert Braun H Partridge Claude Farrell Wiley Thompson Claude K Walter Davidson Wat Whisenhant Fritz Peters Frank McGowan J G Galloway and Leo Rooney.
The junior auxiliary of Christchurch will host a Chinese tea for friends in the chapter house. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
The program forThursday November 19 at 7 30 o clock features stereopticon views of China. The juniors invite all interested in foreign travel and the churchs progress in China to join the event and enjoy the presentation.
Readers learn of limited edition gold and white cards by Mrs Kate Robert and a Madonna and Child print with a poem Marys First Kiss. Mobile society awaits the Cubo Futurist dance at Battle House with masking required and Dragos futurist orchestra supplying music.
Miss Margaret Taylor, among the week’s loveliest brides, is to wed Mr. Thomas Mighell Moore on November 18. She shared honors at a heart party hosted by Miss Margaret Horn, was feted by Mrs. Clyde Hunter, and later hosted a luncheon at Vineyard with bridesmaid Miss Josephine Chamber. The gatherings showcased local social prominence despite bad weather.
In a bright Dauphin way home setting 16 tables hosted by Mrs Maumenee and Miss Taylor, guests celebrated with chrysanthemum decor and a lively game of hearts. Agnes Fowlkes won the gold bar pin, while Mrs Steele Partridge took the consolation, two collar pins. A hand embroidered centerpiece was presented to the honoree, and young serving girls assisted with a yellow ice luncheon. The guest list features numerous local ladies including Margaret Taylor and many attendees from New Orleans and Marion, Alabama, sharing in the afternoon's stylish reception and festivity.
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