Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, May 11, 1915, Page 5

AKELAND 3} LACONIC Farewell and Surprise Party .On last evening, Mrs. E, H. Youngs and Mrs Wy Hampton gave a surprise party to Miss Mu- dred Hampton, at the beautifnl Hampton home on South Kentucky avenue, ase of fire phone 5000 NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS taxbook for 1914 taxes will fay 31st. pefore that date and H. L. SWATTS, City TI.X Collector. —— and Mrs. George F. Lacke, le in Dixieland, will go over Petersburg and Pass-a-Grille row, where they will spend a or two enjoying the fishing and athing. save While a surprise to Miss Mildred, the party was also a farewell to the faculty of L. H. §., many of whom will soon leave for home in their colder climate. The happy crowd of merry makers assembled at the home of Mr, k. H. Youngs on South Tenneszee, from which place the party stormed the Hnm]{lon home, taking completely surprise the honoree of the occa- sion. The early part of the evening was spent in playing rook, while Misses { Groover and Youncs entertained the players with many tions. In the main contest of the even- ing, which was the naming of the cars, Miss May Tomlinson and Mr. George Holdeman were successfu] in winning the first prize, while M Alma Bassett and Mr. Forr secured the consolation game of Keno was also played, which afforded much amusement, especially to those fortunate enough to cover their numbers. After drawing for partners the guests, led by Prof. Jones and Miss Virginia Lufsey, repaired to the din- jing room, where a delightful course of cream and cakes was served. The color scheme of pink white was elaborately carried both in the decorations and in collation served. It was a jolly bunch, too free and and Mrs. Jos. LeVay have as zuests their nephews and niece, scar Tandy and the latter's lit- other and sister, Joseph and Lil- f Winter Haven. The two lit- s 3 musica ks will remain over for several o) selec- srs. T. C. and C. L. Adams, xington, Ky., will arrive in and this afternoon to spend a veeks. These gentlemen are ers of Mr. C. Rucker Adams | vill be cordially welcomed by ptier’'s many friends. st Clonts prize. A . Benford and Mrs. Steitz are in pa today in the interest of the Store, having gone down to over the display exhibited by s of New York houses, which is b conducted there this wee and <. Chas. Williams wishes to an- b ce that her daughter, Miss Hazel ams, has not dropped out of utomobile contest. She will re- in about two weeks, and in the htime her mother is conducting campaign for her and will ap- ate all assistance given. to respond to darts of witticisms di- rected at any one present. It hour when the 2uests bade their hosts a good night, each and everyone expressing them- selves as having had one of the best times of the whole season . The following is a list of those present: Misses May Tomlinson, Mildred Hampton, Edith Tomlinson, Mildred Youngs, Gladys Wilson, Mary Groover, Alma Bassett, Vir- ginia Lufsey, Helen Conibear, Esther Heath, Gertrude Overstreet, Ruth Skipper, Genevieve Duggan, Olive Woods, Georgia Lanier, Marcus; Mr. and Mrs. F. A, Grether; Me: Chas. M. Jones, Frank Farrow, Paul Phillips, Paul Yoder, Spence, Forrest Clonts, Ern- est Hansberger, George Owen, Henry Conibear, George Holdeman, Ned Skipper, S. B. Groom, Leonard and Littleton Groom, David Stroaker. Reception Given Lakeland Baptist B. Y- P. U. By Bartow Union The B. Y. P. U. pavilion of Bar- tow was a merry scene las* evening when forty of Lakeland’s young peo- ple motored over to enjoy the hos- pitality of the Bartow Union. Arriving there about T7:30, they were ushered into the Baptist church, where an unusually inter- esting program was was a late s. Chas. M. Jones has gone to home in Kentucky, where she e joined in a few weaks rty rintendert Jjones, who will en- p few weeks of rest and recica- before returning to take np his ps as head of the Lakeland; commencement 1s. r. W. B. Phiffer, a prominent n of Gainesville, is in the city pusiness and is rezistered at the er. Mr. Phiffer had not visited pland in five or six years and in utomobile ride over the 2ity lie prked on the wonderful deviop- t which has taken place in that t is refreshing to read your pa- day after day,” said Mr. George Lacke, today, ‘“because it never a knock in it.” People who are rvant note that this paper con- tly has kind words for the com- ity as a whole, and for individ- and institutions whenever oc- on offers. Sometimes, in the ful- hent of its duty as a newspaper, forced to chonicle unpleasant umstances; but it never has a uitous knock in its columns. rs. A. R. Leach leaves today for Augustine, where she goes to wit- the commencement exercises of State School for the Deaf and hd, and to accompany little Miss lah Leach home. Enroute to eland they will be the guests of J. F. Pickard in Jacksonville a few days, arriving in Lakeland sday. rendered by some of Bartow's leading young peo- ple. All were then invited to the pa- vilion, near the church, and there mirth and good-feeling ran high. Everyone was busy getting acquaint- ed and so enjoyed themseclves greatly. A humorous speech by Mr. Spring- field was enjoyed by all as were the recitations given by several of the visiting girls. Refreshments of ice cream wafers were served As the time was getting late the Lekeland Union reluctantls bade their hosts good night and assuring them of the delightful time they had had, left for Lakeland . Those who went were Mmes. Le- vVay, Wright, Wear, Rogells, Sw_m- dell. Misses Johnson, Tompson, Tift, Gladys Davis, Bessie Templeton, Nina Childs. Blanche Hutchingson, Brunell, Jewell and Rosa l.oti Swin- dell, Mary Blankenship, ]'rat:(‘f‘.i straw, Reed, Myrtle Wear, Effie Lee Fletcher, Lurline pillans, Rena cannie Fletcher, Messe the Telegram today appears a ber of valuable recipes for jel- , preserves, ete., which have been ed by the Canning Clubs, and to ich we are indebted to Miss Verda pmpson, who has charge of this| k in Polk county. These recipes e the approval of Dr. Straughn, he Federal Department of Chem- and an expert in this special Dr. Straughn recently visited cland, and his lectures and in- ictions will prove of great value those who are trying to produce best in canning, preserving, etc. was more than pleased with Lake- 4, and intimated that he would urn here the first opportunity. He 1 he one of the instructors at Pea- [ Institute this summer. and the | easy to indulge in toasts, but quick | Grether, Mrs, A.f METHODISTS 10 PICNIC AT WINTER ~ HAVEN FRiDAY The Methodist Sunday school is preparing to go to Winter Haven on their annual picnic Friday. Of the preparations being made at that end of the line, the Winter Haven chief says: The Methodist Sunday School of Lakeland will hold their annual pic- nis om Lake Howard in Winter Ha- ven on May 14. The church here who will assist in making the picnic a success have appointed Messrs. Marshall and Kensinger as commit- tee to welcome the visitors, while Messrs. Englesen and Sensabaugh have been appointed as a committee to take charge of all arrangements of preparing grounds and | for tables on which to serve dinner. | The following contests and prizes "offered therefore, appeared in this paper about a week ago, but is re- | published again for the benefit of those who may wish to look the list over again: | Young ladies’ swimming prize, pair Onyx silk stocking, nated by Clonts. | Young men’s swimming race Pr ointed fishing rod, donated by the New Racket Store. | Foot race, for boys 12 years and under—Prize, baseball bat, donated by Model Hardware Co. Foot race, for girls - years and under—Pr box stationery, do- nated by General Office Supply Co. Four-footed race, for boys 12 |years and under—Prize, baseball bat, donated by Model Hardware Co. Potato race, for girls 12 years and under—Prize, angel food cake, do- nated by Moyer Baking Co. Potato race, for boys,12 years and under-—Pr knife, donated by | Lakeland Furniture and lardware Co. Sack race, for boys 12 years and under tie, donated by the Hub Clothing Co. Sack race, for girls 12 years and under—Prize, jar pickles, donated by E. G. Tweede!l. Running jump, for girls 12 years and under—Prize, boy's book, donat- ed by The Book Store. Running jump, for girls 12 yars and under—Prize, bottle olives, do- nated by G. B. Murrell, 2 Foot race, children under 4 years Prize, picture book, donated by s Ruby Daniels. Foot race, for children |five years—Prize, child’s chair, nated by Skipper Furniture Co. Foot race, for boys 13 to 15 years, inclusive—Prize, pair tennis shoes, { donated by Dutton-Harris Co. Foot race, for girls 13 to 15 years, inclusive—Prize, box candy, donated by Henley & Henley. Running high jump, for boys un- {der 16 years—Prize, baseball glove, donated by Lakeland Hardware & " Plumbing Co. I Rope race, team from class 19 vs. team from Baraca class—Prize, tie, donated by Weeks & Brown. Rope race, for teams from Phila- thia class and classes 16 and 18— Prize; box candy, donated by Red Cross Drug Store. Cracker eating contest, for or women—Prize, box sweet donated by Central Pharmacy. Throwing contest, for women Prize, pair silk hose, donated by Owens Dny Goods Co. Young men's foot wood minnow, donated by Hardware Co. Young women's foot race—prize, fan, donated by Cole & Hull. Married men's foot race—Prize, hair cut and shave, donated by Ho- tel Kibler. Barber Shop. | Married women's foot race—Prize, box candy, donated by Lake Phar- macy. Running high jump, for men— Prize, hair cut and shave, donated by C. 0. Wheeler. Spear and ring race, for men— Prize, pair Phoenix silk hose for {men, donated by Miss Minnie Rey- i e e e Hunter, R. Swindell, Wright, Roy Amidon, J. D. Rozells, Bryan Red- dick, Oscar Tandy, Herbert Hart, Es- | telle Johnson, Steve Templeton, Wil- |liam Fearand, Springfield, Bradham, Joseph Le Vay, Baggot, Dr. Hanna. race— do- M four and do- men soap, race—Prize, Wilson arranging ! CTY COMMSSON NET IN ADIYURNED | SESSION LAST NiaT Lakeland, Fla., May 5, 1915, Regular session of the City Com- mission with Mr. Irvin present. No quorum. Adjourned to meet in ad- journed session at 7:30 p. m., May 10, 1915. 0. M. EATON, Chairman. Attest: H. L. SWATTS, City Clerk. Lakeland, Fla., May 10, 1915. Adjourned session of the City Com- , mission with Messrs. Eaton, Irvin :and Flanagan present. " Minutes of April 21st and 27th were read and were respectively ap- proved. Bill of J. E. Bussard was taken junder advisement. Petition of J. C. Skinner for re- bate in taxes was referred to com- mittee on taxes for investigation and report. Clerk was instructed to inquire of A. C. L. R. R. Co. why the gates on | Florida avenue crossing were not be- ing operated. Petition of E. A. Gaines et al. for special police for North Florida ave- | nue near colored K. of P. hall, was !on motion denied, and the regular i ipolice were instructed to give this| section good service. Sealed bids to furnish wood for the | light and water plants were opvnod.‘ and contract was awarded to T. L. | | Waring subject to his filing bond for same. On motion the tax collector was ' ordered to close the city tax books ' on June 1st, and advertise thereafter according to” ordinance. On motion current bills were or- dered paid. Reports of the several | officers for April were read and or-| dered filed. On motion the commission ad- journed to meet in adjourned session subject to the call of the chairman. 0. M. EATON, Chairman | Attest: H. L. SWATTS, City Clerk. Mr. A. Nippert arrived last night to take charge of the Lakeland Shu- Fixery on Main street, which was | formerly in the Dutton-Harris Shoe Store. Mr. Nippert's home is in New Orleans but he has for a num- No one appreciates more fortune to break a lens or you “lost” very long. you out of the difficulty. We replace broken lenses ined free. JEWELERS AND LAKELAND, nolds. 1k & » Spear and ring race, for women-— Prize, pair Phoenix silk hose for women, donated by Miss Minnie Reynolds. Running high jump, for young la- dies—Prize, pair silk hose, donated by Clough Shoe Co. Nail driving contest, for women— Prize, picture, donated‘ by McKay Furniture Co. THOS. S. PERCONI Formerly Cleveland’s Leading PHOTOGRAPHER In order to introduce my work in Lakeland, I am going to offer ona beautiful enlargement with each dozen photos absolutely FREE. 1 specialize on HOME PORTRAITURE Bryant Building Corner Kentucky Ave and Main St 1f a ball player should make a pretty peg for second to home, won'd he saf “That's the Peg O' My Heart? NO ATTRACTION TONIGHT fiday, May 28— Fido, don’t raise the UMP-IRL. MOOSE MINSTREL Singers, Comedians, Specialty Five big picture reels and vaude- ville today, an hour and a half cf 200d solid enjoyment, including tvo dandy comedies, a thriliing western, and two good dramas. Artists SPECIAL FIRST PART SPE- CIAL SETTING .. THE BRACHARDS The greatest act of it’s kind that ¥as played Lakeland. Comedy contortion. See dainty Baby Brachard. Vaude- ville on at 4:00, 7:30 and 9:09 o'clock. 4 Big Vaudeville Specialties NGING QUARTETTE “SICAL QU.ARTETTE TWO JONES Comedy scream SUFFRAGETTES AT NUTTYVILLE Comedy scream CERTAINTY OF MAN Western thriller 'VELTY ACT ACK FACE COMEDY ACT and finale with one of the biggest prelties ever seen in Lakeland. 2t Now on Sale. Better Get Them e oL eanaiiii Theatre * THE REWARD Beautiful comedy drama THAT AUDITORIUM ORCEESTRA Lakeland’s choice Continuous Show 2:30 to 11 p. m. Tomorrow— 5 5 Big Feature Reels and Vaudeville 2 Special reeler Thursday— y 5 Reels and Vaudeville CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT Keystone scream Friday— Five big feature reels RUNAWAY JUNE Saturday— 6 all feature reels. Keystone scream THE FIREMAN ARD THE GIRL ’ Thrilling 3 reeler Good Ventilation Clear Pictures TONIGHT 1l The Crimson Moth A Strong Two Part Biograph Drama Broncho Billy’s Sentence Western Melo-Drama The Product A Vitagraph Society Drama with Maurice Costello Tomorrow Night CHAS CHAPLIN endibede The Champion A Two Reel Riot of Fun |p:lir shops all over the country a speed in our Repair Department, AMUSEMENTS John Bunny’s last picture in which the late comedian supported Cissy Fitz-Gerald in a three reel comedy, entitled, “How Cissy Made Good,” will be shown at the Lyric theater, Thursday night. The production is a Broadway star feature and the cast includes every member of the Vita- graph company . IT ISN'T YOUR TOWN; IT'S YOU If you want to live in the kind of town Like the kind of a town you like, You needn’t slip your clothes in a grip And start on a long, long hike; You'll only find what you left be- hand, For there’s nothing that's really new, It's a knock at yourself when knock your town. It isn’t the town-—it's you. you Real towns are not made afraid Lest somebody else gets ahead. When everyone works and nobody shirks can raise dead, And if while you make your personal stake Your neighbors can make one, too, Your town will be what you want to see. 1t isn't the town—it's you. —Selected. by men You a town from the shoe re- for headquarters in Nippert was for connected with the ber of years been openi large firm with New Orleans. Mr. a number of years | United Shoe Machinery (o. as one | of their experts. He is an expert shoe man in every respect on both repair work or in making new shoes. He has taken full charge of, the Lake- land Shu-Fixery and it i{ his inten- rtion to do both repairing and also the making of new shoes. Ile is a man of exceptionally good habits and Mr. Will and the ing so valuable a man as the business will no doubt flourish under his able management, as he is conceded to be one of the best in the South in his line. 5000 Repairs Quickly Made than we do the necessity for When you have the mis- r frame, you need not feel Avail yourself of our Repair Department, and you will be surprised to know how reasonably and quickly we can help for 75¢ and up. Eyes exam- Cole & Hull OPTOMETRISTS FLORIDA Base Ball Goods MAKE FAMOUS PLAYERS USED BY THE World's Champions EXCLUSIVELY | Play Ball! The Season Is On We have in Stock Full Line of Reach | Base Ball Gloves Mitts Masks Bats Tennis Goods THE Book Store Lakeland Shu-Fix- ery are' to be congratulated in secur- BEPEEE To the Ladies of Lakeland Miss Mae Morrison A noted BEAUTY SPECIALIST, from the well known Harmony Toilet Goods Laboratories of Boston, IS HERE! If you are interested in beautifying your skin, you can have a FREE massage and demonstration in your own home by appointment. We have engaged the services of Miss Morrison for the week beginniing today. Come to the store and ask us for infeymation; write or phone us, and we will do the rest. Re- metaber, Miss Morrison's services are absolutely iree to you. Let us know when she may call on you. | Miss Marrisons services are also free to any woman’s club in Lakeland. LAKE PHARMACY The Rexall Store BEPPLEDEIPIIIDEIDLIP DI IDEDIDDEEIS NOTONONONOTION Send your Palm Beach Suits to the Steam Laundry We are prepared to handle them in the proper way, and our price is 50 cents a Suit The Lakeland Steam Laundy PHONE 130 R. W. WEAVER, Prop Be *THE WOMAN BEAUTIFUL.” You can have luxuriant glossy hair; pearly teeth, smooth hands, and a soft, clear healthy skin if you will use our hairtonics and beautifiers. They are free from harmful ingredients. Remember, itis easier to keep your hair than to restore it when it falls; it is easier to keep your beauty and complexion than to overcome sallowness and wrinkles. Use OUR Beautifiers. WO0DS’ DRUG STORE PHONE 408 WE TAKE CARE Begin today. A SPLENDID GIFT would be one of our diamond stud- ded bracelets. Rich and tasteful ia design, with the fire of the diamonds added, one of these bracelets would be fit for a queen, your queen or any other. 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