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AKELAND w LACONIC daaan 2] case of fire phone 5000 . Fred Cochrane, of Palatka, ccling stationery salesman, is in v and is being cordially wel- his many friends. P ¢ ped Ir. parents of a fine som, born yes- gay morning, Dr. W. R. Groover atiendance. S h of his father, which occurred Boston Saturday. Mr. Green, who ht to his bedside, will return this P . B hiss Nuna Patton has returned m Mulberry, where she has been charge of the millinery depart- nt of the Prairie Trading Co. for past nine months. S irs. H. Kultau left Friday pht for Jacksonville after a pleas- visit here, the guest of her sis- s, J. T. Marshall. She will i another sister in Jacksonville ore returning to her home in tshurg, Pa. et Sl yz\nd make their homes here. The . J. C. Swindell, county com-, Misses Kaufmanns are talented in ssioner from this district, will | various musical lines. The musical ve tomorrow for Chattanooga, |program was opened with a violin nn.. where he will attend the|seranota by Robin, sweetly played beting of the Dixie Highway Asso- [by Miss Lillian Kaufmann. In each tion. representing the interests of is scction in the endeavor to se- e the adoption of a central route rough Florida. Mayor E. L. Mack, of Bartow, d Mr. Jas. E. Mears, secretary or: e Bartow Board of Trade, were: itors to Lakeland today, and were d callers at the legram office. ciation . — Miss Verda Thompson, in charge the Girls’ Canning Clubs of the unty, goes down to Fort Meade to- ght and from there she will go to ostproof, where she will give a monstration at a big community on Thursday. sShe will be e guest of Mrs. F. Edwards Oh- ger over Sunday. morrow after a pleasant visit with rs. McLaughin’s sister, Mrs. B. . Young. The little daughter, Eva ate, was christened yesterday at e 11 o'clock service at the Meth- dist church, Miss Margaret L. Mc- aughlin being the godmother, Mr. H. E. Pritchett, the naval ores magnate, who owns the fine 0-acre grove lying just east of In- aham avenue, has moved his fam- y down from Jacksonville, and hey are pleasantly located in the iz ten-room residence recently built ¥ Mr. Biewer in northeast Lake- nd anted to spend the summer in this gvored section, during which time |ranse ; i section, during evening was spent in this div game, Mr. Adams being the winner | g jof the first prize, a Book of Friend- e will get his grove in fine shape. Mr. A. J. Holworthy, secretary of Chamber of Commerce, eave tomorrow for Montgomery, he bhere he will attend the meeting of |solation, he Southern Secretarfes’ Assodia- ion,composed of the secretaries of he commercial organizations of the arious cities of the South. He will be absent about a week, his office eantime being in charge of a com- |~ petent person . Mr. Don Farnsworth, who was bere in charge of the Chamber of ening ommerce publicity campaign, is up course He underwent |cream n operation last week, but his en- | Was e ried out rom Tampa today. rgetic constitution is one that will nd he is therefore up and bperation. His many friel hat he will suffer no further in- onvenience and will regain his good ealth at a very early date. en by Rapi of t vithin less than a week after the [forming nds trust [a basket effect. I Musicale at Lakeland Highlands by Country guests Lakeland Board of Trade, who pre- sented each guest Hallam and in turn to the receiving line of Mr. and Mrs. E mann, Mr. and M Mrs. Pratt S VS [ and Miss The spaciousn room, living room, and billiard parlor gave ample for the sweet music which w artists o fthe Lakeand is indeed indebted to Mr, Hallam and his co-laborers for pro- moting this interest in the midst of | the splendid surroundings, whereby such musical talent is made to feel at home among Polk county people the selection rendered she showed her familiarity with this sweetest of musical i artistic use of with the sweet tones it, made her part of the program a ‘\'oritahln delight. Mrs. Virden, Miss Doris V ing girlish simplicity, —_— Story of the F Mrs. D. O. McLaughlin and two |sponse hildren will return to Jacksonville |lection. The personality is also shown daughter who soon won her hear- ers, as their encores attested their delight, “0, Dry Those Tears,” Del Reigo, sung by Miss Catherine Kaufmann, revealed the splendid metzo-soprano of this young artist to give much promise. Her Mr. C. Rucker Adams’ Birthday Pleasantly Celebrated . Mr. and Mrs. entertained a few friends Saturday evening, the occasion being in cele- bration of the birthday of Mr. C. Mr. Pritchett states that he | Rucker Adams. Three tables d on the will |ship, and Mrs. Lowery, ting with several, bore off the con- a Book of Good Cheer. Mr. Adams was also presented the guest of honor prize, a Lace” calendar, from the Myrtle Reed. pen and ink drawings sketched by Miss Helen Hobbs, and depicted each he guests engaged in some fav- orite occupation. Punch was served during the ev-. and after the games a salad was enjoyed followed by ice and cake. The color scheme | d and green, and this was car- in th ot allow a good man kept down, |plate being decor out | American Beauty a handle, giving the plates | Those presen C. Rucker Adams, J. Holworthy, Mr. and Mrs Auditorim he Coolest Picture House in Town MISS EDNA MASON In a two part drama THE HEART OF THE MAGDALINE LIZZIE GOT A POLISH An All-Star comedy ASI?S:“DOMS il Magnate Doors Open from 6 p. m. to 11 p. m. PRICES 5 AND 10 CENTS Friday, May 28— .. MOOSE 40 Singers, Comedians, Specialty Artists BIG SPECIAL FIRST PART SPE- .. CIAL SETTING .. -- ak Big Vaudeville Specialties SINGING QUARTETTE MUSICAL QUARTETTE NOVELTY AcT BLACK FACE COMEDY ACT Grand finale with one of the biggest! Rovelties ever seen in Lakeland. Now on Sale. Better Get Them Club were to by the presence of a great com- pany of rooms of the club house were bright and beautiful with ir. C. Green has the sympathy of | The guests were greeted at the door host of Lakeland friends in the {by Mr. Holworthy, , Towa, delighted all by her Evening , magnificent voice and charming per- Mr. Mears was en fsonality. She sang several groups of ute to Chattanooza to attend the ;songs and from her first selection of | !rene Kaufmann at the piano, where eting of the Dixie Highway As- | Dudley Bucks' arrangement Will Lay Me Down sang to the hearts of her hearers who were delighted to have the op- portunity for such enjoyment: the Time of Rosses” the second number group, and was especially applicable to the place and time with roses all around. to the encore, Country Club a Brilliant Affair A large per cent of the invitations to the musicale given yesterday af- 5 ternoon and Mrs. C. L. Brannin are y, Mr. Hallam at responded and the spacious many flowers, | secretary of the to Mr. s L J. Kauf- C. B. Antisdel, | nudson, Miss Hazel Jennie Tompkins. ess of the dining reception occasion by Miss Lillian ments, Her same, coupled she drew from the formerly of Cedar i she of in Peace,” “In (Reichart) was of her first irden, in her charm- gave “The lood,” and as a re- second se- charming in this mother's rendering of each M. F. Hetherington of rook were ar- front porch and the ting after cut- hall, | "|showed the sweetness of her pianis- number was appreciated and it was the common opinion~that we have in Lakeland in her voice that which will bring great credit to us in the future. The violin obligato by Miss Lillian was a sweet accompaniment. The violin number of the “Sextette from Lucia,” was exquisitely played by Miss Lilliam Kaufman. Mrs. Virden sang two other groups of songs, “‘Sunbeams” (Lane) and “And You Away" (Fuler), and the second group “The Devoted Ap- ple” (Roeckel) and “Songs My Mother Sang” (Smith), all of which were greatly appreciated. Perhaps her favorite number was the selec- |tion, “Whisper, and I Shall Hear” (Picolomina) with violin obligato by Miss Lillian Kaufmann, which samo notes to best advantage, well as her range. as The duet, ‘*Whispering Hope” (Hawthorn) rendered by Misses Lillian and Catherine Kaufmann Iwith Miss Irene Kaufmann as ac- En'ump:nl t, was so highly appreciated |that a second rendition was asked ilnr later on the program as well as an encore demanded. Reading of “The Two Glasses” (Ella Wheeler Wilcox), with an en- | core of * | by Miss Doris Virden in her girlish and Miss Catherine Kaufmann closed the program with *“Violets” (Ellen Wright) and an encore “Mother,” which was so beautifully given that all were loth to see the | program ended. Since an accompa ist either helps or mars every mus cal number, it was a delight to all lovers of the artistic to have Miss way |lu splendid ability as accompanist was apparent. She followed, led, supported or sustained the voices as the occasion demanded, and proved her adaptibility to this musical part which is a real accomplishment. Enjoyable refreshments of the cooling juices of citrus fruits, splen- did cakes and the eicellent cookies for which the club house is justly famous were served by Misses Doris Virden, Hazle Pratt, Esther Heath, Catherine Kaufmann and Mesdames T. Frentress, Grover Atherton and Miss Jennie Tompkins. Guests lingered in conversation, walked about the gallery enjoying the magnificent views and mingled in congenial companionship, until gradually they turned their faces homeward filled with delight at the 'he Katydid,” were gi\‘(-n! EPWORTH LEAGUE ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM WAS WELL RENDERED Dwing to the heavy rain of one week ago the Epworth League Anni- versary was observed last night at the Methodist church. A large au- dience greeted the young people and As the organ paled forth the stir- ring notes of “Loyalty to Christ” the Epworthians entered, Seniors from other. Mr. G. C. Williamson, as chairman of Christian work depart- ment, presided. The Lord's Prayer, responsive reading, Gloria, Scripture fesson and prayer by Miss Sarah Polk constituted the opening exer- one entrance and Juniors from the cises. A somg by the Junior girls was sweetly rendered. Mrs. C. Rucker Adams spoke on “The Religion of Childhood and Youth; How It May Be Conserved and Developed,” pointing out the natural religious impulses of child- hood and urging their development ere overthrown, by home training, world training and church training in the young people's societies. A duet by Misses Marguerite Cloud and Nannette Gilmour, was very sweet, Recitation Dby Mabel Mathias was well rendered. Solo by {Miss Ann Cardwell who sang ‘“Lead Kindly Light” in excellent voice. Mrs. L. C. Hull gave very interesting talk on “How the Epworth League Concerns the Church Lite by Afford- ing a basis for Christian Fellowship for Young People,” was based on Paul’s words to Timothy, “Study to show thyself approved of unto God, the needs of Christian fellowship and help of the League toward the same. Miss Gertrude Overstreet, pre- sented the practical work of the League by telling of good deeds past and the open field for usefulness in the entertaining of the State Con- ference to be held here June 14-17, urging the opening of homes for en- tertaining the 250 to 300 guests for that time and the advancing of funds for the carrying on great work. Thus she gave a very practical application of her topic, “Things we are doing and must do.” After the collection the meeting was dismissed with the League bene- diction. The evening was well spent in thus placing before the public the noble body of young people. Mr. George Richards Pleasantly Surprised splendid time which had put them in accord with the harmony of God’s universe. ery, Miss Helen Hobbs and Mr. C. L. Adams, of Lexington, Ky. Miss Grubs Entertained The girls of the Y. W. A. were very charmingly entertained by Miss Edna Grubs at the pretty home of Mrs. Bridges on Bay street. | The rooms were tastily decorated | with large plants and flowers artis- tically arraged. A large number of the girls were present even though the afternoon was very warm, and all enjoyed the “Lavender and Old pen of The score cards were e refreshments, each ated by a rose, the t were Mr. and Mrs. | Mr. and Mrs. A, joyable. George large | stem | appropriate refreshments, strawber- ;ry cream and delicious cakes, served by the hostess after the program and business was completed. | As the guests departed, they de- (termined to attend the next meet- ing and urge all the other members |to be present. PRESS REPORTER. Miss Wilder to Entertain Y. W. A, | Tuesday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, Minnie Wilder will entertain W. A. at the home of Mrs. | Mis the Y T. 3. nessee avenue. All members are PRESS REPORTER. TODAY'S PROGRAM THE MILLION DOLLAR MYSTERY 18th Episode ANCESTRY A thrilling tale of venture A RED MAN'S HEART A beautiful drama Keystone A ONE NIGHT STAND Some action to this THE MAJESTIC ORCHESTRA Williams romps An extra heavy feature program to- day—6 big feature reels CONTINUOUS SHOW 2:30 to 11 Prices, Matinee 5c and 10. Night 10c and 15¢ romance and ad- Two reels Comedy on the claronet Peterkin, Mr. and Mrs. James Low-! Falkner, on 402 North Ten- urged to he present as this meeting will be very profitable as well as en- On His Birthday Mr. George Richards had a most pleasant birthday surprise last Fri- Mrs. Warren, Mrs. Borland and Kenneth Warren, formed a party calling on him and day evening, when Mr. and George Warren, Mr. Jas. his charming wife about 8 o’clock. Mrs. Warren guest a lovely birthday cake, handsome fountain pen. Mrs. altogether Mr. Richards was music on the violin Warren, and the most pleasantly for all Mrs. Richards later served cream, cake and lemonade. LADY MACCABEES MEET Tuesday vening, May 18, at Moose hall, at 7:3 are urged to attend. GEORGIA EVANS, Com. NOTICE of the City Commissioners, Wednes: m., at the City Hall. H. L. SWATTS, City Clerk. a workman that needeth not to be |on the farm. ashamed, rightly dividing the word Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Swindell in- of the Lord,” and in well chosen | jt.q the club to meet with them words impressed upon her hearers of this generally the aims and workings of brought the honor and the party also presented him with a Rich- ards gave him an electric lamp, and, most delightfully surprised. Mr., and Mrs. Richards sang and there was also by Kenneth evening passed concerned, ice TOMORROW NIGHT The lLady Maccabees will meet on the All members There will be a regular meeting day evening, May 19th, at 7:30 p. FINE ADDRESSES | GIVEN AT THE FARMERS CLUR The Evening Telezram gave the proceedings of the Farmers' Club at the home of Mr. E. H. VanSickler, up to the hour of going to press Sat- urday afternoon. As stated, this was Ladies’ Day, and the program was in charge of Mrs. F. J. Julian Mrs. F. \W. Mercer read a paper on “Beautifying the Home Surround- ings;” Mrs. Jessie Kelsey, of Griffin, on ‘‘Home Decorating,” and Mrs. E. H. VanSickler on “Interior Decora . tions.” These papers will all be printed in this paper and also in the Lakeland News, which goes to prac- tically every member of the club and every farmer in north Polk county. Dr. Conibear gave a talk on labor- saving devices about the home, which he declared all women should have. Judge Preston spoke about th early days of the Farmers' Club, and of the improvement that had taken place in the whole circle of homes of the members. He declared the Farmers’ Club had been a great fac- tor in bringing about the change, and urged all to beautify their sur-, roundings. \ Mr. John F. Cox followed with an interesting talk, in which he stressed the influence of good roads | in beautifying the country, and | urged the planting of shade trees and also the many beautiful tropical trees and plants of our southland. County Demonstrator A. A. brought out the point that b tify- ing the home is a great factor in keeping the young people satisfied Lewis PHONE 130 Palm Beach Steam Laundry Suits to the We are prepared to handle them in the proper way, and our price is 50 cents a Suit The Lakeland Steam Laundy R. W. WEAV in June, and the invitation was ac- cepted. Dr. Conibear, Mr. Lewis and Judge Preston were appointed a committee to prepare a program for next year, to report Aug. 1. Judge Preston reminded the club that the eleventh anniversary of the club would occur in July, and sug- ested that suitable exercises be ar- ranged for that occasion. lle and Mr. Clifford were appointed to make ddresses on the occasion, dealing with the historical features of the club. Other speakers will also be in- vited to make addresses. At the June meeting the annual election of officers will take place. The topic for the meeting will be “Teaching Agriculture to the Chil- dren; Farm Schools and School Farming.” Mr. Lewis, Miss Verda Thompson and County Superintend- ent C. A. Parker will be invited to be present and address the club. Mr. and Mrs.John Francis, Mr. and Mrs. K. Hawkins, and Mrs, Swicegood were elected to member- ship. 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