Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, November 18, 1914, Page 1

PU BLISHED IN THE BEST TOWN IN THE BEST PART OF THE BEST STATE mmoioor ., 7 WERE TIOVETE TN FUV. W PIRT BOOST—REMEMBEE THAT SATAN STAYED IN HEAVEN UNTIL HE BEGAN T i SRS TN Jow Getting Down To siness; 3 Sessions Today Attendance story Of he Federation —— CONSTITUTION LAWS AC- D BY THE DERATION TODAY Welcome and Bril- ption Marked the g Session Last Night eth annual session of n of Women's Clubs ght with the addresses c., but the formal op- business sessions took ning at 9 o’clock, at fjum, Mrs. Wililam ing . e history of the Fed- ere been such a large delegates, nearly 200 11 parts of the State the sessions. Reports pus officers were heard however, the most im- ss was the acceptance ution and by-laws as he committee of which Chas. Harper, of Fort he chairman. vice for Mrs. Harper. service, beautiful and s held for Mrs. Har- two weeks ago at the er home church. Reso- death were read by Mrs. Horton, presi- ort Pierce Club, gave nt of her death, and also paid a tribute to husband. noon’s Session oon’s session is being orts of gpecial commit- of the various depart- Federation. ght's Session E program will be car- jht, to which the public ally invited. The la- ty are invited and ex- nd each and everyone of the Federation and most cordially wel- The following is the tonight: k, second vice presi- g. J. Y. Porter, sec- ealth Board. istics—Mr. Voorheés, ate Health Board. Child Welfare—Dr. ley, Atlanta, Ga. trial School, Marianna H. Baker. eception . [Night's Session eth annual session of ederation of Women’s last night at the Au- George M. Wright, he local club, and Mrs. €T, of Ocala, president tion, presiding. on either side of the en banked with palms ile just above the foot- ling across the entire stage, flaming poinset- club flower, had been anged. The work of ¢ stage was done by reen, and that he ac- triumph in his efforts i by the many expres- ration heard on every rchestral number, the feelingly delivered ce Wear, pastor of the church, o.M -“Eaton was in- in a very forceful man- med the ladies of the Lakeland on behalf of citizens. pr. g p. Nt of the Lakeland €, delivered an address i the part of that live Which, with the city following - and Woman's Club wag instrumental in bringing the Federation to Lake- land. These two excellent addressés appear elsewhere in thig issue, On behalf of the Woman's Club of Lakeland, Mrs. George M. Wright, the club's avle president, very charmingly welcomed the la- dies in a graceful address, which, though brief, carried with it a most cordial greeting. The response to the addresses of welcome was delivered by Mrs. E. N. Dimick, second vice president of the Federation, whose home is at Palm Beach. Mrs. Dimick is a very charming woman and her address was given closest attention, her ex- pressions of appreciation of the treatment accorded the delegates by Ithe people of the city being thor- oughly appreciated by those who are endeavoring to make their stay a pleasant one. - Mrs. Trammell Speaks As truly said by Mrs. Hocker, when introducing Mrs. Park Tram- mell, “the people of Lakeland feel honored and the State Federation feels doubly honored in having in attendance at this session the First Lady of Florida,” and when the governor's charming wife walked to the front of the stage the applause was deafening. Mrs. Trammell ex! tended greetings to the Florida Fed- eration, her splendid address ap- pearing elsewhere in this 1ssue. Mrs. Hocker was the next speak- er, her subject being “Our Federa- {tion,” in which she dwelt on the work the Federation has accom- plishea and what the future holds in store. Her address in full ap- pears elsewhere. Mrs. Hocker is a very talented woman and during her twe years' service the club work in Florida has shown great progress and development as will he noted from her address. During the evening the program was interspersed with a vocal num- ber given by Mrs. Mote, a talented singer of Leesburg, and an instru- mental. number by Mrs. Hickey, which was splendidly executed. The Reception Following the exercises at the Au- ditorium, the ladies were invited to the Hotel Kibler, where a brilliant reception was tendered the visiting ladies by the Lakeland Woman's Club. The lower floor of the Kibler was thrown open to the ladies, the tables having been removed from the large dining room, where the reception was held. This room was handsome- 1y deccrated in the club colors, vel- low and green, which was further carried out with large clusters of yellow oranges with their back- ground of vivid green leaves, which ornamented each of the massive columns in the dining room. Receiving at the front door of the Kibler were Mrs. M. F. Hethering- ton and Mrs. Earl C. May. Tn the lobby the ladies were received by Mrg. H. J. Drane and Mrs. Hen- rietta Peterson and at thc door to the dining room Mrs. Anna Holder and Dr. Sarah Wheeler welcomed the guests and introduced them to the receiving line, which was com- posed of the Federation and the lo- cal club officers and which was headed by Mrs. George M. Wrizht, Mrs. William Hocker and Mrs. Park Trammell. Ices and cake were served the guests, the dainty collation being at- ‘tractlvely served in ice cups of yel- (low chrysanthemums, while resting on each plate was a luscicus kum- lquot. 'Che napkins for the occasion were furnished by the Evening Tele- gram, on each of which had been printed the front page of the day’s edition, which carried the story of the opening of the convention, a 'T‘rlbute to Woman and the remain- der of the regular news, which the guests kept as souvenirg of the oc- casion. The elegantly dressed ladies min- gled with one another and witn the visiting gentlemen made a picture of elegance long to be remembered. It was declared to be onme of the most brilliant receptions that has ever marked a Federation meeting. | LAKELAND, FLORIDA, WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18, 1914 Tennessee Fired On By Turks From Smyrna Forts CAPTAIN DECKER WAS IN LAUNCH AT THE TIME o ———— . Y M ation Women’s Clubs |Launch Of U. S. Steamer 0 KNOCK HIS HOME TOWN. State Reform School At Marianna Burns; Two Men And Eight Boys Cremated Berlin rcports a victory over the AND BOAT WAS FLYING U. S. FLAG; COM- PLETE INVESTIGATION OF THE MAT- TER TO BE MADE Germans Resume Fighting In bardment Has Taken Place Weather ORDERED FROM TURKISH WATERS " at Smyma. (By Associated Press.) Russian Paland; Vigorous Bom- on the Belgian Coast; Bad Continues fired upon yesterday by Turkish Captain Decker, the cruiser's commander, so reported today to Secretary Daniels. No ex- Chios, Aegean Sea, Nov. 18.—The|planation or details are given. Sec- cruiser Tennessee arrived here to- day. It is stated that while the cap- tain was in the Tennessee’s launch, flying the American flag, and on his way yesterday to pay the customary visit to the Turkish officials, the Smyrna forts fired three shots at the launch. Ambassador Morgenthau, without investigating the incident, it is said immediately ordered the Tenpessee from Turkish waters at the request of Turkish officials. (By Associated Press.) Washington, Nov. 18—The Unit- ed Stateg cruiser Tennessee, or her launch, probably the latter, was Addresses Delivered retary Daniels ordered Decker to make a complete report. Acting Sec- retary Lansing instructed Ambassa- dor Morgenthau to make a complete investigation of the incident. The Tennessee is now at Chios. —_— GERMANS RESUME OFFENSIVE (By Associatea Press.) l.ondon, Nov. 18.—The Germansn suddenly resumed the offensive in Russian Poland and attacked the heart of the Russian line and War- saw is again threatened. Petrograd says the movement will not retard the invasion of east Prussia, but At Opening Session Florida Federation of Women’s Clubs MAYOR'S EATON'S ADDRESS Madam President, Members of the Federation, Ladies and Gentlemen: I wigh to give you a cordial greet- ing on behalf of the City of Lake- land. Our city has been truly called the “Convention City,” and it is a pleasure to us to entertain so many charming visitors. We feel that yours is noble !work, that thg future of tnig grand and glorious country is in the hands of the women and that the ham:lwe are as a matter of course much that rocks the cradle” will hold greater sway in the future than i has ever held in the past, and its influence will be felt far ard wide. And woman is on the right side. She is fighting the saloon, which is a menace to civilization; she is en- couraging cleanliness and sanitary methods; she is improving the home and lifting it out of the mire of drudgery . Above all else she is fighting for the ballot, and I can see no reasou why ¢he should not have it. If men can find the time to leave their busi- ness and make use of the privilege of the ballot, why has not woman | the time, or why should she not take the time, to attend to such matters? Are not the Jaws of the country of as much importance to the woman as they are to the man? | The average woman is as intelligent as the average man and we have many brilliant women among the workerz for public welfare. Chey deserve all that we can give them and, were it in my power, I would give them the ballot tomorrow. [ hope soon to see the time when this whole country will grqnt suffrage to the women. We have faith in the women and feel that they are continuaily going onward and upward. We want to see them progress and reach the top of the ladder, the pinnacle of fame. We. want you to enjoy your stay in Lakeland and to carry away with vou a kindly feeling toward us and ;Jur city. We are proud of Lake- land and it is onr delight to “show her off.” Th: Woman's Club of Lakeland has been of great assistance to me during my administration of city affairs and T am at your service during your Federation meeting. Again T bid you welcome to our city. DR. S. F. SHITH'S ADDRESS Madam President and Delegates of the Florida Federation of Wom- an’s Clubs: I esteem it an unusual the I honor and pleasure to be present to- night as rcpresentative of the Lake- land Board of Trade, an organiza- tion composed of more than 200 of Lakeland’s enterprising and progres- sive citizens, and in their behalf, to oxten.d to you a most hearty and cor- dial welcome to our beautiful and progressive city. We are by nature a progressive city, but owing to the fact that we have an active Wom- an'g Club and a live Board of Trade, more progressive than would other- wise be possible, for it is unthink-'® 'uble that any city or town have within its borders these organiza- |Hontw. and not have at least in some |l|l‘gl‘ee the progressive spirit. As members of the Board of Trade we especially appreciate and applaud the good work that you are doing Izmd as our endeavors are in many respects along similar lines, we pledge you every possible assistance in your effortg to make this old world a better, brighter and happier {place in which to live. As we understand your purposes, { you are transforming places that are |unsightly and unattractive into sur- :rmmdings that are beautiful and at- {tractive. Where you find conditions I that are a menace to health and life ivou make it your business to see that a remedy is provided for these 'unfortunate conditions. You are also devoting largely of your efforts to having enacted into laws those measures making for the welfare of 1all classes of our citizens. An espeel- | lally “commendable feature of your l\vork ie the attention you are giving jto the welfare of our school chil- {dren and procuring for them condi- tiong that safeguard their lives, their health and their comfort. Never at any period in the world’s ihistory was the time more ripe for :human endeavor along all lines than |now. Never has greater opportunity ‘offered for the accomplishment of good to our fellow man and for ef- forts looking to the welfare of hu- manity in general. To my mind, we have reached a jerisis in the world's affaire. From across the seas comeg the tramp of lmilllnnfi of men as they are leaving | their homes and preparing to enter a conflict such as the world has nev- er dreamed, and of such magnitude that when we pause to contemplate its awful results the mind staggers and fails to comprehend. In our own land of peace and plenty, changes are occurring sb (Continued on Page 8.) Russians also trying to invade Ger- many and says the Russian advance was brought to a halt. Bad weath- er is still having its effect in the western arena. The artiilery duel continues, but infantry attacks are fewer. Admiralty reports from the kommanding officer of Glasgow es- tablishes the fact that the cruisers Goodhope and Monmouth were de- stroyed in battle with the Germans oft Chili, Nov. 1. BOMBARDING BELGIAN COAST (By Associated Press ) {London, Nov. 18.—A Rotterdam dispatch says the British fleet re- ceived information Monday which led to a vigoroug bombardment at Knocke and Zeebrugge on the Bel. gian coast. The ship canal works which were being used as a base for German military traius, was wrecked . ! —_— TO TRANSFER MONEY TO COTTON PRODUCERS (By Associated Press.) Washington, Nov. 18.—With $135.600,000 cotton loan subscribed, the tederal reserve board today be- gan steps to clear the way for the actual transfer of the money to the southern cotton producers. A eotton loan committee has been named, and other details are being worked out. MRS. WRIGHT ADDRESSES A WORD TO: THE LADIES To the Members of the Lakeland Wooman’s Club: As you all know, the Federation has been invited to luncheon at the Country Club to- morrow afternoon. I wish to urge ‘every member of the hostess ctub to see that the automobiles are filled with the visiting ladies first, and if a second trip is necessary, the home ladies will then be accommodated. MRS. GEORGE M. WRIGHT, Pres. Liakeland Woman’s Club. Three Hotels And T w o Buildings Burn At Ft. Myers (By As-oclated Press.) Tampa, Nov. 18.—The Florida House, the Kentucky House, the Millizan hotel, the Tennelier and Hendry buildings and some smaller dtructures were destrotyed by fire this morning at Fort Mvyers, Loss $75,000. [ ) PROGRAM FOR TOMORROW 9:00 a. m. Minutes and announcements. Reports of special committees. Reports of departments, con- tinued: Bird Protection, Mrs. Han- son; Forestry, Mrs. A. R. Harper; Art, Mrs. Manlove; Music, Mrs. Mc- Tver; Literature, Mrs. ILowry; Li- brary Extension, Miss Crosby; Legis- lation, Mrs. Frank Jennings. Reports of Federated Clubs. Clubs will be called alphabetical- ly in reversed order, beginning with W, and reports limited to three min- wtes under 100 members, and five minuteg over 100 members. Nominating ballots cast. Adjournment, 12 m. 1:30 p. m. All delegates and visitors are cor- dially invited for the afternoon by Mr, Hallum, of the Lakeland High- lands Country Club. Trip in auto- mobiles given by Board of Trade. Please assemble at Woman's Club promptly at 1:30. 8:00 p. m. Reports of the Chicago biennial: Mrs. Wm. B. Young, general fed- eration director; Mrs. Frank Jen- nings, chairman Florida delegation; Miss Kate Jackson, secretary Florida delezation. “The One Thing That Impreseced Me Most.” Two minute talks by other delegates. Address and pictures, rural work, Miss Cresswell, Washington, D. C. Informal reception. 'Locked Fire Escape Prevented Victims Frem Escaping £ARL MORRIS, OF LAKE- LAND, IS AMONG THE DEAD; IS SON OF M. T. HUTCHINGSON Fire Started at 3:31 A. M. From an Exploded Lamp: Build- ing In Flames When Fire Discovered (By Associated Press.) Marianna, Nov. 18.—Two men and' eight boys of the Florida State Reform school wele burned to death here in a fire which destroyed the main dormitory of the school this morning at 3:30, the fire starting from a lamp which exploded at the foot of the stairs. The whole build- ing was wrapped in flames when the inmates awoke, and the fire escape being double padlocked that avenue of escape was cut off and the fol- lowing inmates were forced to tace a terrible death: Earl Morris, Lakeland. Dannett Evans, a carpenter. Chas, Evans, guard. Joe Wethersby, Jacksonville. Walter Fisher, Plant City. Clarence Parrott, Southland. Lewis Fernandez, Key West. Harry Wlells, Jacksonville. Waldo Drew, St. Petersburg. Clifford Jeffords, Clearwater. Earl Morris, it will be remem- bered, was sent up for grand lar- ‘ceny ahout two years ago. He was about 14 years old and was the step- son of M. T, Hutchingscn of this city. Great Battle Pending In Northern Mex.; Peace Improbable (By Associated Press.) : Washington, Nov. 18.—American {Consul Silliman today notified the state department that General Car- ranza has repudtated the telegram sent for him by General Gonzales to General Gutierrez saying the first chief would retire, Carranza sald there had been a misunderstanding. He was willing to retire with Villa, but not willing to abdicate In favor lof Gutierrez. Efforts are being made to patch up the differences, but official advices tell of movement under way for a great battle in tho north of Mexico, where Villa's troops are now advancing. Gen. Carbajal Killed Yesterday Near Puerto, Mex. —_— (By Associated Press.) | Washington, Nov. 18.—General ,Jose Carbajal, a Carranza chief, wag tkilled in battle near Puerto, Mexico, fyesterdny, when his troops joined Villa's and attacked Jesus Carranza, the conetitutionalist chief’s brother. INNES AND WIFE ARE HELD ON NEW CHARGE (By Associated Press) San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 18.— Victor Innes and wife, recently re- leased from custody on the charge of murder and conspiracy to murder |ln connection with the disappear- ance of Mrs. Elois Nelms Dennis and Miss Beatrice Nelms, were remanded to the custody of officers from At- lanta today. They are under in- dictment at Atlanta, charged with !larceny after trust. Their counsel ‘noted an appeal. -