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EXAMINATION HERE ON JAN. 10 FOR POSTOFFICE CLERK On Jan. 10 in this city an open competitive examination for clerk and city carrier will be held, the sal- aries for which range between $800 and $1,200 per annum. The subjects on which applicants will be examined on will be spelling, arithmetic letter writing, penman- e of Fire ship, copying, reading addresses. Applicants must be between 18 and 45 years of age. Application blanks must be secured from the local post- office not later than Jan| 3. nton of the Inter- ndence Schools, ing Savannah his arrived in Lake- id some time here, Bis -his Florida HEARTIEST OF CO-OPERATION FOR “CARNIVAL OF PROGRESS” Every business man in Lakeland who will start the New Year 1914 indicated spontaneous interest in the “Carnival of Progress.” The com- mittee of arrangements were taken | off their feet by the universal inter- est of all the business men in Lake- | land. | Each store will on that day have! rizzard, wife and lit- ), of Cowan Tenn., ity yesterday for the located at the Elber- Fizzard owns property gsworth neighborhood thusiastic booster for! open house. \omethm" in the store will cause all who visit to perma- nently remember it. Suppese, for | instance, that some fountain remem- bered your thirst without a coin. ! Large numbers of novel and inter- esting floats were begun by expert | vehicle decorators some time ago. Of the attractions needing no dec-| oration will be a modern specimen" of the wagon makers’ art carrying the earliest Florida plow, and a mod- ern plow. The Illinois Club has a float in course of construction. Those who, have had a behind-the-curtain squint will attest its novel uniqueness. The various fraternal orders are evincing fine spirit and will be in the parade. Watch the Farmers' Club. They will be on hand and make a flne showing. i Several clothiers have costumes, complete, and otherwise, but they will be“ordinary, conceive and make your own, there will be a prize that can only be awarded those novelly ; costumed . PUBLICITY COMMITTEE. Cflfl R. R. Case, of Sal- 'hn arrived in Lakeland t to make this city their ruture homo ‘a8 they came prepared to/ like our eity, having heard so auch about us before selling out up in ‘the frozen zone. They will be ocated at the Hoffman home on uth Florida avenue. Mr. Case has ured a position with the Lake- Lm@ Htrdwm & Plumbing Co., where he has already entered upon is ;lgtiu there. Mrs. . V. ‘Buchanan, Jr., leaves .omorrow night for Jacksonville, where she §0e8 to meet her mother, Vs, J. L. Domingus and accom- jany her to Lakeland. Mrs. Domin- zus fell at her home in Dothan, Ala., ast July, since which time she has seen unable’to walk, and Mrs. Bu- hanan induced her to come to Lake- and In' order that she might be W)lm} under the care of Dr. Wheel- 'r, whom she believes will be able to lsreatly benefit her. As & rule Sheriff Logan is one of __he most quiet and systematic of men his d\\tlnm performed in the ‘Lut fy manner to the pub- ‘ic. 'The commotion we speak of is ' herefore musual, and, indeed was a urprise to him. It was the action wi 8 new w . This new deputy ook w by surprise, also took -lll te Slpd keys to the jail—in o Wllw 1 this was done by that l( that arrived last week, . beinz excused on the .,\I ho \m ft+ will not happen lfirm Record. Mrs.'J. J. Combs, Jr., of Miami, | is a visitor in the city, the guest of | Mr. W. E. Combs and family. She will be hfre until next week. NOTICE All residents and property owners in sewer district on south side of city are hereby notified to make con- nection to city sewers as soon as pos- sible. G. A. RHOADES, JR., 1616 Plumbing Inspector. RECEIVER’S NOTICE g service will be held Bithodist church Sun- . 14, at 7 o'clock. issionary Society will @ a special program 8 been arranged for this occasion. 'his meeting takes the place of| regu- ins’ absence &t Conference, and will in’s absénce at Conference, and will e conducted in the interest of the hurch -lmmp campaign. The tissionary Boclety cordially invites he publie to nund _— Manager Gfeen has secured the tarnes Stoek Co. of 28 people for ext week’s sttraction at the Audi- | ovikim. This 16 ene of the best stock ompanies touring the South and ach night & fanr-act play with three audeville speefalties will be put on, complete ehange every night. This|" ympany earries their own ten-piece rchestra 8o & musical tgeat can be voked forwardl to. On account of it \eing o Bear Christmas Mr. Green as put the mes away down, the Llflmlulop Nl‘ only 35 cents down- airs and 26 cents upstairs. AUDITORIUM Notice is hereby given that the un- dersigned (:as been appointed receiv- er of the White Furniture Co. and no person is authorized to collect any bills or accounts due said company other than the receiver and all per-t sons are warned not to pay any amount to any other person, if so they will have to pay same again, and all persons collecting said ac- extent of the law. FRANK H. THOMPSON, 1569-Fri Recelver. DOLL AND TOY HOSPITAL—Fix 'Em Shop, 218 8. Florida Ave. 1654 FOR RENT--3 unfurnished rooms; modern conveniences. ¥ hone 338. (1 1653 DR. FIVEM, 218 8. Florida Ave., re- pairs dolls and toys, also doll| dressmaker employed; will make beautifnl doll dresses for Xmas. 1654 |- MAJESTIC. | | Wontiar’s Club Heard 'the Lakeland Woman’s Club. !Mr. C. Rucker Aldams, and she made | J e 'a short and helpful talk to the la- ' i ewele rs and optometrlSts {dies. After a pleasant social l'oul, ;} Phone |73 Lake¢)a: d. Mrs. Wright served chocolate and i wafers. T AR AR RIS counts will be prosecuted to the full [ To the share-holders of First Na- share-holders of the First National Bank of Lakeland, Fla. will be held in its directors’ office @n'Jan. 13,(large quantity. 1613 This week''we le open up and duplsy the largest line of eut giam 1914, at 2 p. m. R we have cvor bought. 1t 1s from the best. manufacturers and will 1652-Fri C. M. CLAYTON, DANCING SCHOOL b&nll you. Cashier . Every Friday afternoon and even- scou m ing at Orange hall. Children’s class from 4 to 6 p. m. Adults' class ss WATCHES ATTRACTIONS COMXNG Mrs. J. A. Randall The Woman’s Club met at the Eln Club yesterday afternoon with a large attendance present. A - very interesting program was given under the direction of the health depart- ment. The club had as their guest Mrs. Randall of Lawtey, Fla., who is the State chairman of social conditions. In a most charming and gracious manner she gave a splendid and’ help- ful talk along her line of work. The club greatly enjoyed and appreciat- ed the beautiful thoughts presented. The two musical numbers added greatly to the enjoyment of the af- ternoon there being a duet given by Mrs. Fletcher and Mrs. Clayton and a solo by Miss Anna Cardwell. . . . Mn Wright Entertained |In Honor of Mrs. Randall Last evening Mrs. George M. Wright entertained informally in honor of Mrs. J. A. Randall, a’ prominent club woman of the State, the invited guests being members of ———————THE CONFIODENCE OF I TS——— CUSTOMERS HAS GIVEN THIS STORE ITS GREAT BUSINESS SUCCESS Our store is complete with beautlful gflts for the-Xmas buyer, consisting of every thing that goes to a Jewelry Store. It Eakes no difference ~ whether it is Father, ' \lother Brother, Sister, Husband, Wlfe 0{ that Sweetheart, we can supply the article RIGHT GIFTS FGR EVERYBODY We are showing a fine assortment of Stcrling \’ancty and Card Cases, the newest designs from the Eastern Markets, Your patronage will be appreciated. Remember A PLEASURE TO SHOW GOOCS COLE ®&® HULL The honoree was introduced by Holiday Suggestions Please Them All By looking your bzst on Christmas Day. Last yeaf you re- | solved you'd neveragain wait till the last moment to order a The gift that is practical and pleasing too is the best of -all. You will find many of that kind at our Store} Here are a few: — Tatlored-to Measure Suit or Overcoat fo. Chrisimas Now is the time to inspect the new Winter Woolens of l Ed. V. Price & Co. our famous Chicago Tailors, and select what you want at a price that will please you. Leave your measure today and will deliver you enaless satisfaction. Timely suggestions that should appeal to those wishing ta) present their friends with articles of merit and value. Bath Robes, Canes, Umbrellas, Hose, Handkerchiefs a.nd ] Cravats to Match, Scarf Pin and Culf Buttons to Match, Mili- tary Sets, Travelining Sets, Suit Cases and Bags. " China, Cut Glass—the finest in town. i Furniture—Some Extra Bargains. i q Hot Point Electric Devices. Chafing Dishes. Wagons, Skates, Knives, Shot Guns. Come early to do your Christmas Shopping Model Hardware Co. PHONE 340 4 i | - Shop early and seciiré just what you have planned for each friend. Williamson-MooreCompany *Fashion Shop For Men™ IN -— Rings Pins Broaches ; NOTICE CANDY! CANDY! CANDY! HE g — " WE ARE THE CANDY MAKERS ¥ 1 Qla\rpg, & LaValiers ! When you want nice, pure candy, b dond A ftrightand sold right tional Bank of Lakeland, Fla.: Regular annual meeting of the|come to Smith’s Bakery. We make it fresh every day. Can furnish it in any quamtity. Special price on a .QUT GLASS (Qoad gitt for ‘the boy) Repairing promptly ana carefully done and all work guarruteed H. C. STEVENS HAVE THREE CARS for public service at any and all hours. My machines are Caddilacs and I am therefore fully equipped to give my patrons the best service obtain- from 7:30 to 8:45 p. m. $5 Per Term All branches of ball room and so- ciety daneing taught. o . i N i =i General dancing from 9 p. m. un- able. day phone No. 65; night, til 12 p. m g S The Lakelan L 313 Black. 1615 Gentlemen, 50 cents; ladies free. d doweler A C L. Watch Inspector — - - 1643 Instructor. A 3 , SESSEPIBPIA RGPS EF DR dob b AUDITORILM T )1 "o siiver Palace THE GRAND )| Tomorrow— TONIGHT FOR THE HEART OF A PRINCESS| SLAGER AND WEATHERFORD mm LAWRENCE CO | Warner's 3-Reeler STOCK COMPANY Drane Bldg. 309 E Main St. s g-ln—- : and Vaudeville 10—PEOPLE—10 y THE FIREMAN All Next Week— IN VAUDEVILLE 4 1 Irish comedy; torty refined comédy and * d singing If & body meet a body coming home . tonight; It a body meet a body, be sure and steer him right; 1f a body .mieet a body, tell him where to go; There’s only one-place just like home, | the Majestic picture show. Every “body” Knows That TODAY The Great 2-Reeler THE SECRET FORMULA | By the Lubin Co.; a fine story well acted ¥ OTCH LASSIE y Comedy IMORIES ful Story THE NOISY SISTERS A biegraph comedy [Great 3-Reeler RT OF A PRINCESS MATINEE EVERY DAY 2:30-6:00 STARNE'S STOCK (0., 28 PEOPLE In high class comedy 4-act plays and [make you laugh throughout the per- 3 vaudeville specialties each night. ‘In a fine repertoire of mostly west- Week Dec. .22— Dec. 30— Jan. 2— Jan. 13— Jan. 15, 16, 17— DEARMOND SISTERS STOCK CO.. “If cleanliness and guahty" counts with you. then visit our store. We Serve Nothing But the Best Expert service and courteous treatment ex. tended to all. “The Storeof Quality” The Silver Palace Miller Bros. Pro; s. Drane Bullding Lakeland, Fla Short-Sketches Comedians that will formance. Band concert by the company band at 4 p. m. each day Good Dancing and Latest Songs Ao'l companied by our five'piece orchestra ern and comedy plays and vaud- eville specialties PHOTOPLAYS FEENEY'S SOCIAL EXPERIMENT TheComedian Masterpiece (Reliance) Y. C. ALLEY STOCK CO. Special Christmas Program SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS WHILE THERE'S LIFE How a Husband's Love Was Lost The Catastrophe BOUGHT AND PAID FOR COBURN'’S MINSTRELS THE GAMBLER'S PAL Western Drama . j & R. | i