Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, February 12, 1915, Page 5

IAKELAND w LACONICS ,,meofm Mrs, Oscar M. Eaton Mrs. Osear M. Eaton entertained & number of her friends Yesterday afternoon from 3 to 6 at - ‘auction” at her home on South Massachusetts avenue. This handsome home is admirably arranged for entertain - ing, and on this occasion had been artistically decorated in red and " | 8reen, the Valentine idea being car- + M. Lyon . Live Oak: H (‘}eorze Ae Tampa: - e 'zdm: (am\-;ben d [awn of the games it H. Jonel. Va.: Lawrence K. D Frank Mamflnz Palmer Roum . A. Ruhl 4 e, l‘l We City: i Towison, Philadelphia: Jno. pepper, Max Javer, Jax. W. B. Mr. R. L. Raffo was called today b the bedside of his father at Sa jannal,, Ga., who is critically ill. Il hope he will find him improved. Mrs. G. Wi. Peterkin left today pr Tampa to attend the Gasparilla arnival and will be joined by Mr. erkin tomorrow. While there hey will be-the charming guests of .and Mrs. A. R. Bond. Misses Mary aad Geneva Simmons nd sister, Mrs. Dedge, have gone pown to Tempa to spend the next eek taking in,6 the Gasparilla fes. vities. The ladies of the First Presbyter- n church will hold a cake, candy nd cooked food sale tomorrow, Sat. day, Feb. 13, at the store of the orida Electric Machinery Co. Hot pfice, chocolate and sandwiches ill be served also. There are so many people going own to Tampa to take in the Gas- prilla carnival that the Telegram nnot attempt to make note of | those who are going—it would - easier to give a list of those who e going to stay at home. Of course, hose who teclephone ug they are g0~ ¢, we will be glad to make note same, but we wish to put all on tico that no one need be offended we fail to note their trip. The young ladies of the graduat- bz class and two girls from the cventh grade have been designated Supt. Charles M. Jones to have ats on the float which is to rep. psent Lakeland’s municipal inter- ts in the Gasparilla parade, these pung ladies being Misses Mary roover, Edith Tomlinson, Mary wen, Brunnel Swindell, Mary Mec- 4y, Reva Fletcher, Myrtle McRae, ances Straw and Mildred Hamp- pn . Mr. J. L. Anderson, a well. nown traveling man of Florida, again in the city and will be here some time. He hasn’t been en- ying the best of health and comes b Lakeland knowing that he will pon be fit as a fiddle. He can’t op remarking on Lakeland's con- nt growth and development, and | indeed glad to be baek again, and s friends are equally glad to see fim [ried out in the artistic arrangement of countless hearts, which had been strung from the chandeliers to each corner of the living room. As the guests arrived they were vited to the punch table, on the side porch, which was presided over by Miss Margaret Southard, who served the delicious fruit nectar with her usual grace. The guests were soon cathered around the “tables and the afternoon was spent "most pleasantly in the interesting eame of “avction.” At the conclu. was found that Miss Mabel Drane had made the highest score, and was given first prize, a kewpie doll, which all declared was “too sweet for any. thing.” Mrs. E. L. Cordery was awarded the consolation, a henrt shaped box of candy. A delicious salad course, followed by strawberries, whipped cream and cake, was served by the hostess, who was assisted by Mrs. G. J. Hol- combe and Miss Southard. It was Wwith regrets that the guests left, each declaring the afternoon tohave | t (llvln. Mrs. been a most delightful one and Mrs. Eaton a most charming hostess. Those present were Mrs. H. J. Drane, Mrs. J. G. Holcombe, Mrs. George M. Wright, Mrs. R. R. Sul. H. E. Memminger, Mrs. Roscoe Skipper, Mrs. J. D. Lovell, Mrs. Barnwell Fuller, Mrs. J. M. Holland, Mrs. M. F. Hether. ington, Mrs. Dale Williams, Mrs. W. H. Munn, Mrs. T. L. Waring, Mrs. E. L. Cordery, Mrs. Wm. Steitz, Mrs. A. M. Jackson, Misses Hazel Williams, Mabel Drane, Margaret and Laura Southard, Frances Wil- kie, Della Mae Marshall, Ann Card- well, Dr. Sarah Wheeler. Miss Margaret O’'Neal, of Tifton, Ga., is in the city the guest of her aunt, Miss Emma Robison, and her friend, Miss Ada Padrick. CLOTHING FOR NEEDY CHILDREN ‘The pastor of the First Baptist church has some clothing given for needy children. He will gladly supply any who apply. FOR RENT—House close in, on a corner. See Dr. S. F. 3mith. 38¢0 The power boat, “Lucky Bug,” on Lake Hollingsworth, is ready to give service. Fare 10c each in parties of 4 to 12. Bring your friends to the scenic spot. This trip surpasses anything to be found in or about Lakeland for the money. Landing at Lake Boulevard between Success and Mississippi avenues, Dixieland, south side city. 3802 LESTER HALL. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been duly appoint ed and qualified as executor of the estate of Timothy O'Gara, deceased, and all persons having claimg or de. mands against said estate are here. by notified to present them to me within two years from th e date hereof or they will be forever barred according to law. All persons indebted to said es- tate are required to come forward and make settlement without delay. Dated at Tampa, Florida, this, the 9th day of February, A. D. 1915, Archibald T. Livingstone, M. D, 395 Exeentor. the | NEW NOMINATIONS IN - GREAT AUTOMOBILE CONTEST COMING- IN. DAILY - (Written by Contest Manager.) | Great interest is being shown in the Majestic theater contest by the |ladies of Lakeland. Every day the contest department receives num- bers of nomiaations, and it promises to be over one hundred before the end of the time limit for entrance. Now is the time to enter your friend. An early start means a good race, and delay sometimes pmvefl a handicap in a contest, such as this, very hard to overcome. The following additional candi . dates have been nominated since yesterday: Miss Nona Turner. Virginia McIlwain. Maud Hardin. Genevieve Duggan. Marie McLendon. Directory of Business Houses Where Coupons Are Issued Silver Palace. Lake Pharmacy. The Hub. The La Mode. Majestic theater. Lakeland Hardware i ture Co. Smith Bros. Smith’s Bakery. Dutton-Harris. The Cut Price Store. Shoe Repair Shop. Dutton.Harris. Bryant’s Billiard Parlor. W. B. Arendell's Bicycle Shop. Lakeland Evening Telegram. GET THE LITTLE COUPONS WITH ALL PURCHASES AND PAYMENT OF BILLS. Address all communications to Contest Manager, care Majestic the . ater, city. and Furni BOARD OF TRADE \ “There will be no meeting of the Board tonight on account of other meetings which it is supposed would possibly prevent a quorum. G. E. SOUTHARD, " President. i A. J. HOLWORTHY, | Secretary . REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS (Furnished by the Security Abstract and Title Co., Bartow, Fla.) Feb. 10, 1916 Florida Development Co. to Mar. tin Anderson. Florida Development Co. tin Anderson et al. J. M. Andrews and wife tn M. Engebrightsen . James M. Langford and wife to H. L. Lane. Florida Development Co. drew Hoigaard. W. F. Hallam & Co. to John Sheets. ‘W. F. Hallam & Co. S. Hughel. Peter M. Brown and wife tb J. L. Durrance. Benjamin G. Mayo and wife |James A. Johnson. Nina M. Carson and husband to E. 0. Flood. E. C. Stuart and wife to W. Howey Land Co. Mary E. Ruth Cummings et al. to Florida Highlands Co. Inland Realty Co. to Sven M. Werner. to Mar. to Arthur to J. FOR SALE OR RENT Eight room, two-story dwelling, 107 Riggins street, one block east of South Florida avenue. Elegant new bungalow, five roome and sleep- ing porch. Eight blocks from post - office, on South Tennessee avenue. Modern five-room bungalow, 709 South Missouri avenue 3803 FOR RENT Second floor, comprising 4 rooms and bath, at 808 South Missouri avenue, All of above have bath and all modern conveniences. W. Fiske Johnson, owner, Room 17, Kentucky Bldg. Phone 150 3803 \UDITORIM . 12—Mrs. C. Rucker Adams. Rev. John B. Culpepper. Helen Reed Alexander. Misg Jeanette T. Bromell. Dr. Stanley L. Krebs. 0. 13—Mrs. C. Rucker Adams. Rev. P, F. Adams. Male Quartette. Reno Welbourne. . 14—Vesper service, 3 p. m. ONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY NEXT WEEK MUSICAL COMEDY 0. °%e. bour musical comedies and f'l'-hn reels of pictures. *0%e nightly. Doors open at ¢ elock., OQWWWW 208020 $ H If a traveling man from Tennes- sce was stopping at the Kibler and felt homesick, would he have the MEMPHIS BLUES? Another great big show today, 5 reels and vaudeville, including two Keystone comedies, our Mutual Girl, an Indian feature and an excellent drama. Did you see the Schultzes Jast night? Some act, folks. GET BUSY. THE SCHULTZES In a complete change of act tonizht, 15 minutes of refined comedy. Bet - ter see this act. THE GUSHER Keystone comedy scream A RIDE-FOB 4 BRIDR. . . Keystone comedy scream featuri Fatty OUR MUTUAL GIRL The film we all like WAY indian feature MAJESTIC 1 T MAJESTIC THEATRE 1/ 11 AT THE CONSERVATORY Excellent drama THAT AUDITORIUM ORCHESTRA Lakeland’s ¢hoice 5 Big Feature Reels and Vaudeville 5¢, 10c¢ TOMORROW SPECIAL Matinee and Night 5 reels and vaudeville. Keystone comedy FEXT WEEK—MONDAY i | £ MILLION DOLLAR MYSTERY TUESDAY HOME, SWEET HOME The prettiest 5 reel feature ever made, a grand story with ‘godd act- ing. PO Guess you think Haskell is dead; but, look out, here she comes again. We are sorry to note that Mr. J. Wi.. Todd is suffering with an ab- scess in his head. Miss Violet Burgner spent week with her sister, Mrs. Mercer, at Plant City. Mrs. Olive L. Bates spent the week end with home folks at Yo- mans. last Jesse Miss 1la Womble was & visitor to Bartow Friday. Miss Okhilia Chatman spent a few days last week with friends in Lake - land. Miss Mary Burgness dined with Misses Ruth and Vera Williams Sunday . Messrs. W. E. Womble and J. W.. Todd were visitors to Bartow on Monday . Miss Maud Sutton, of Lakeland, spent last week with Miss Zula Mc- Clelland. Messrs. Williams and Johnson from Carrollton, Ga., were the guests of Mr. J. D. Chatman last Sunday . Mr. O. E. Williamg is spending a few days with home folks here. Miss Annie Sutton of Lakeland was the guest of Miss Missouria Mc. Clelland last Sunday. Mr. Bill Shurley, of Raleigh, N. C., was the guest at the home of J. D. Chatman Sunday. Mr. W. A. Barksdale, of Lake. land was a pleasant visitor to the city Sunday. Miss lla Womble was the guest of Misses Ophelia and Salonia Chat - man Sunday. Mr. and Mrs, H. G. Jennings spent the week end with home folks here. A crowd of Haskell people and their visitors spent ‘Sunday after. noon on the lake. A crowd of Haskell young men at . tended theshow in Bartow Saturday night. Mr. Bill Melvin, ot Winter Ha- ven, spent Sunday in Haskell with friends. Mr. Julies Eulenfeld, of Ona, to Aun-:spent Sunday with home folks here. Mr. 0. E. Sutton was the guest of Miss Ila Womble Monday after - noon. Miss Lucie Chatman is at home again after a few weeks' stay in Lakeland. Messrs. «Charlie Young and Geo. Schleburger were visitors to the city Sunday afternoon. oo The Haskell school closes Feb. 24 with a picnic and program; ev. eryone invited to attend. and ' Rice was at the Womble Messrs. Bryan business callers store Tuesday. Mr. R. R. Hill spent a few days last week in Bartow on business. Mr. Bill Murril was the guest of Mr. A. J. Chatman Sunday. Misses Ruth Williams and Omelia Hurn spent the week end with home folks here. Prof. P. E. Weinner was a busi ness visitor to Bartow Monday af- ternoon . Mr. Edd Herman was a business visitor to Bartow Monday. Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Kirkland THE LYRIC ; TODAY—S REELS Christy Mathewson In LOVE AND BASEBALL Two reels, featuring Christy Ma- thwson, the world's most famous baseball star. IN THE CLUTCHES OF THE VILLAIN A sixteen cylinder comedy with a thousand laughs in each cylinder WHO IS IN THE BOX A riproading comedy THE CALL BACK A deep drama featuring J. Warren ) Kerringan Sc and 10e ‘The Three Schultzes opened at the Majestic yesterday and proved to be the best little vaudeville act that has been here in a long time. They will have a complete change of pro - gram today. Five reels of pictures will be shown today and tomorrow matinee and night including the funny Keystone comedies. WANTED AT ONCE—A bicycle boy at the Steam Laundry. Must be sixteen years old. 3804 RAILROAD NOTES Bids on 700 box cars have been asked for by the Atchison. An ex— penditure of $700,000 is involved The Pullman Co. is operating around 70 to 73 per cent capacity, with probably 7,500 men. Married men are kept at work. You Are Not Ge Full Value Out of Your Paper Unless You "~ the ’ ADVERTISEMENTS You Know of the Bargains In Your Store. DON'T BE SELFISH. Tell Others About Them. have moved to Wauchula. We miss them from this community but hope them great success at their new home. Misses Ila Womble and Ophelia Chatman and Mrs. Hoppenworth was the guest of Mrs. liams Tuesday afternoon. “ROSE BUD.” We Sell Valentines The most attractive line ever displayed-- all prices We Sell Valentine Party Favors Everything neces- sary for the most elaborate Valen- tine Party Books as Valentine Gifts are absolutely Correct and of permanent Value 5¢ to $3.00 5 s0c to $1.40 See our Valentine Window oysodals l i J. A Wil 1f you come to us to be measured for a suit o; Kafin-Tarlored~Clothes $20 10940 you will have the happy security of know~ ing that your next-door neighbor will wear tlothes that are the exact counte of your ‘own—for we'll put your individu- ality into your clothes. And you will rejoice in our Spring showing of more than 500 beautiful fabrics. It 'will be a pleasure to serve you. Why not come in and talk it' over? Let us take your measure for a new Spring Suit—the one iHustrated here is a prime style—and deliver it to you inside of a week’s time, if Make our acquain yours. need be. tance and let us make We will both be benefitted. MOORE'S Little Style Shop Phone 243 Proposed new class and commod ity rates from Chicago, Mississippi and Missouri river points and inter mediate territory to Utah and com. mon points have been declared by the interstate commerce commission to be justified on the showing made by the Union Pacific, Missouri Pa. cific and other interested roads. Some 210 commodity rates are af - fected by this finding. _that just must be cared for. - Drane Bldg An order for 25 Mikado locomo- _jtives has been placed by the Illi nois Central Railroad Co., with the Lima Locomotive Co., in addition to a like number of the same type lo< last six The cost will be about $1,- comotive ordered in the weeks. 500,000. Must Little Homeless Children Suffer In Florida? WE DO NOT BELIEVE that the good people of Flor- ida realize that there are right now in ouf State Hundreds of litde children in real nted—some absolutely homeless— ‘We feel sure—that they do not know that there are hun- dreds of worthy mothers in Florida who are just struggling to keep their little ones alive—and at home. We just cannot believe—that with these facts true—and every orphanage in Florida crowded to the doors—that the people of Florida will let our great work which has cared for 850 of these little ones this year alone—go down for lack of funds to keep it up. Your immediate help—is greatly needed—right now—Please send what you can to-day—to R. V. Covington, Treasurer of The Children’s Home Society of Florida Florida’s Greatest Charity 361 St. James Bldg. HELLO, EVERYBODY. - -- ‘GE ” y JACKSONVILLE, FLA. I'M HERE TO TELL YOU WHICH [ HARCWARE STORE IN TOWN. IT.IS e d Lakeland Plumbing and Hardware Co. THEY SELL GOOD, RELIABLE HARDWARE. THEY KEEP THE PRIG D&HAMMERED DOWN LOW. YOU'LLGETA S YOU'LL SEE M! EUEIW WEEK PHONE 178 Lakeland Hardware and Plumbing Co. VAN HUSS’ PLACE See the 1915 SEER22202222228088 Buick Models Buick ~Automobiles Salesroom located W. Main St. at Motor Shop Grady Deen, Local Agent