Hammond Times, Volume 3, Number 253, Hammond, Lake County, 14 April 1909 — Page 2
THE TRIES.
Wednesday. April 14. 1009.
OVER THE TEA GUPS
COMES FOR A, VISIT.. John HembrofT, of Atulia, Tex., is expected here this evening to be the guest of Mr. find Mrs. W, J.,MacAleer at their home In East Webb street, for a few weeks. DEBORAH SOCIETY TO MEET. The Deborah. Aid Society of the First Christian church will meet Thursday afternoon at-the home of Mrs. Peters, 34S Beall avenue. Business of Importance will be transacted so that a full attendance of members is desired. MRS. BELL EXTERTAIXS. Mrs. B. L. Bell will entertain the members of the Marquette club Thursday-afternoon at her home in South IJoUtnan street. This will be the first meeting In several weeks and it is expected ; that , all the members will attend. The afternoon will be spent with cards, progressive euchre being the feature of the party. A PEDRO PARTY. The members of Silver Light Hive, Xo. 124, L. O. T. M-, will give a pedro party this evening in Iong's hall on
State street, which promises to be one of the very enjoyable affairs of the week. The public is cordially invited to attend and arrangements have been made for a very pleasant evening's program. Several games of pedro will i.- played during the evening after which the prizes will be awarded. Several pretty prizes have been secured to be given the winners of the games. MRS. WALLER A HOSTESS. Mrs. Frank Waller will be hostess to the members of the Fleur De Lis club Thursday afternoon at her home. The usual club program will be enjoyed, pedro being the diversion of the after
noon. This is the first club party in , .several weeks and it is expected that j all the members will attend. j HERE FOR A SHORT VISIT. Miss Ruth Sohl, who Is attending the University of Chicago came home this afternoon to visit her mother, Mrs. Cynthia Sohl of South Hohman street. HOLD REGULAR REHEARSAL. The members of the Hammond Male Chorus met last evening in the Central School building for the regular weekly rehearsal. The usual number of members attended. A CHOIR REHEARSAL. The choir of St. Paul's Episcopal church met last evening in the choir room of the church for a special rehearsal. The cantata was rehearsed. "FACTXG THE MUSIC." James J. Corbett, in "Facing the Music" is exemplified in one word, "success" and it was most crownins in New York and Chicago where the company played three months in each city to crowded houses nightly. It is conceded to be ono of the" funniest comedies entour this season; and the
hit made by this organization has been most pronounced A. critic speaking the other day of "Facing the Music"' said
"those who attended the Bijou theater
last night were not disappointed In
any way. James Z Corbett, well sup ported by an excellent company, cer
tainlv deased and amused the audi
ence in an extremely funny play, 'Fac
ing the Music,' Mr. Corbett as John
Smith displayed great ability as a
comedian. Too much cannot be said of the merits of the play, and the com
pany, and they are deserving of packed house severywhere." Mr. Corbett's sunDorting company includes Willis
Hall, Corwln Luskmoor, George C. Den
ton, Charles Horn, Arleen Hackett, Amanda Hendricks, Bessie Hawthorne and Lillian Logan, all of whom were especially engaged because of their re
spective ability to portray the char
ncters assigned them. 1 his company intact with the original production and all accessories complete, will be at the Towle opera house next Sunday,
April ISth. DID XOT MEET.
The members of the Inter Se club
lid not meet last evening as announced
lilt the young ladies will meet next week w!th Miss Agnes Meikle at her home in South Hohman street. The usual club program will be enjoyed and a very pleasant time is anticipated.
Eolation to Mrs. Letz. Dainty refreshments were served during .the after-noon-at small tables. A cake was also raffled from which $4.50 was realized which will be given to St. Margaret's hospital. The party was a very pleasant one in every detail and the members of the arrangement committee are being congratulated today on the' success of the party.
WILL RETURN HOME. Miss Myrtle Marsden expects to leave Hammond next Saturday for her home in Lorraine, Canada, after, an extended visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Graham in Williams street. IXVITATIOXS ARE OUT. The members of the Masonic Social club have issued invitations for a ball to be given -in' the asonic temple, Thursday evening, April 22. The dancing will begin at S:30 o'clock and music for the party will be furnished by Elster's orchestra. A large number of invitations have been sent ;t among Hammond and out-of-town people, and it is expected that the dance will be well attended as it will be one of the leading society events of ihe post Ienten season. Arrangements are being made ,by the committee to have it a very pleasant affair. HOLD LAST REHEARSAL. The Three C's of the Congregational church will meet this evening at the church for the last reahrsal of the play which they will give in te church auditorium Thursday evening, April 13.
The members of the cast have met for
reahrsals regularly and desire that the play be well attended. The proceeds will be used for the benefit of the
church and the public is cordially invite dto attend. The name of the play
is "Parson Poor's Donation Party."
K. OF C. LADIES MEET.! The K. of C. ladies met yesterday af
ternoon in the K. of C. hall for their regular meeting. It was the first to
be held since before the opening of
Lent and business of importance to the
members was discussed. The meeting
was not as well attended as had been expected, but a full attendance is desired at the next meeting, Wednesday,
April 28th.
IGRI OUT FOR TENTH
DISTRICT CLUB MEETING
Will Take Place in Hammond Next Saturday, and the Hammond Woman's Club Will Serve a Lunch for Visitors.
BIIGHI HIS TIE BIG PLU1
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JAMES WINGFIELD, Lessee
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Fa Efousi
D. M. NYE, Manager
AH This Week Matinee Saturday
W.
A. PA RTELLO. Offers
PARTELLO STOCK COMPANY
WESTERN) TOMGHT
"Belle of Virginia"
The meeting of the Tenth district
of the Indiana State Federation of Clubs will be held in Hammond on
Saturday, April 17. A fine program has
been arranged, and the public is Invited
to any of the sessions. It is hoped
that the women of our city will attend
all of the sessions. Whether you are
a cluD member or not, you are invuea,
and will be welcome.
The Hammond Woman's club will
serve lunch at noon to an ciud members from out of the city, and to all the Hammond members for 23 cents each. It is desired that a large number of the
Hammond ladies secure their lunch at
the church and enjoy a social hour with
our guests.
Those wishing lunch will please, notify the chairman of the refreshment
committee, Mrs. M. .Hower, in time for necessary preparation.
The program is as follows:
Music Miss Zvlae Hanson
Invocation Mrs. J. T. Briggs Music Quartette Mesdames Oberlln, Ellick, Sheerer and Johnston. Introductory Mrs. Edith . Griffin Chairman of Tenth District. Welcome Address ... .Mrs. Minnie Kline Federation Secretary
Response :.. Crown Point, Valparaiso, Michigan City. The Library and the Club
Mrs. Jeanle Sawyer
Hammond's Librarian
Address Mrs. O. P. Klnsey Chairman Board of Directors Indiana
State Federation. Household Conveniences
Mrs. Stella Meeker
President Crown Point Study Club
LLNCHEOX SERVED AT CHURCH
AFTERNOON SESSION 1:30 Music Mrs.
L- A. Minard, Miss Marguerite Minard
ROLL. CALL
Food Sanitation Mrs. J. G. Ibach President of Hammond Woman's Club
DISCUSSION Music: Vocal
Miss Laura Herrick, Chicago
a, Ixve's Echo Newton b, The Old Mother Grieg c, April Rain Woodman
Words Mrs. A. J. Willets, Chicago
DISCUSSION
Music Miss Laura Herrick
"Dear Little Doll' Ronald
Civics Mrs. W. J. Major
President Indiana State Federation Discussion and Open Parliament. Adjournment.
TIMES BUREAU AT STATE CAPITAL.
Indianapolis, Ind., April 11. James
Bingham is an out and out candidate for the republican nomination for governor In 1910, if reports can be be
lieved. Bingham is not saying so himself, but others are telling around that he is in the race and that the proposes
to stay in it to the end. Of course, it is admitted on all sides that the man who wins the nomination will have to beat James E. Watson to get It.
Bingham is attorney general. He is
serving his second term, in that office. He came into prominence in that office when during his first term he prosecuted the French Lick gambling cases that were instigated by Governor Ilanly. Later he went after the breweries of the state to revoke the charter of a
lot of them on the ground that they were conducting saloons, gambling houses and other similar places In violation of their charter rights. He has been and is still a law and order attorney general, and it is understood that when he starts after the nomination for governor he will base his candidacy
on that ground.
MARTHA SOCIETY TO MEET. The members of the Martha Society (f the First Christian church will meet Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Elmer Hoffman, 140 Clinton street. A full attendance if members is desiderd as business of importance will 1h transacted with regard to a sale which will be given early In May. ' ATTENDS HAMMOND PARTY. Mrs. Ray Traverse of Indiana Harbor, came to Hammond yesterday to intend a pedro party given by the mem
bers of the Fern Leaf Linen club in the K. of P. hall. ILL WITH TYPHOID. Mrs. T. D. Clark was called from Black Oak where she was nursing Mrs. Ixiuis Ewing to the bed side of her daughter, Mrs. Ruth McCoy, who Is lying dangerously ill at the home of hor husband's parents, 253 Michigan avenue, with typhoid fever. Her many friends hope for her recovery. A PLEASANT PARTY, One of the most enjoyable card parties ever given in Hammond was a pedro party at which the members of the Fern Leaf Linen club entertained yesterday. The party took place In the K. of P. hall which was well filled with friends of the Hammond club ladies.
mar.y of the guests coming from out-of-town to attend. About seventy-five were In attendance. As the guests began to arrive Mrs. Claude Campbell played a pretty program of music and she continued to play during the games. The members of the club served on the reception committee and gave carnations and fern leaves to the guests as favors of the afternoon. The games began early in the afternoon and at their close prizes were awarded the winners. Handsome pieces of linen were given as prizes to the following people: Mesdames Stevens, Dick, Kralowltz, Nau, Weyman and the con-
A PRETTY HOME WEDDING.
A very quiet but pretty home wed
ding was celebrated this morning at
the residence of Mr. and Mrs. August
Schreibcr in Saxony avenue, when their
daughter. Miss Mina and Mr. Ralph
Johnson were united in marriage. The
wedding was very quiet, the only guests being relatives of the bridal
couple from Hammond. Thi service of
the Lutheran church was read, the
pretty ring ceremony being used. The
Rev. Theo. Claus, pastor of St. Taul's Lutheran church officiated. The bridal couple entered the parlor unattended
and stood under a pretty canopy of ferns and flowers, while the ceremony was read. The parlor was beautifully decorated cairying out a dainty color scheme in green and white. Rosea fend trailing ' vines were artistically arranged in the decorating. The same color scheme was employed in the dining room where bunches of the flowers were used on the tables. Following the ceremony the guests went to the dining room where an elegant wedding breakfast was served. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson left soon after for Bed
ford ,Ind., where they will be enter- j tained by relatives of the groom for several days. They will return to Hammond and make their home in Saxony avenue. The "at home" cards read May 15th. The bride was attired in her going away gown of wistaria broad cloth and she wore a large picture hat to match. Both young people are known in younger society circules in Hammond and will receive the congratulations and best wishes of many friends on the announcement of their marriage. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Schreiber and has made her home just south of Hammond for many years. She is popular in both church and social circles. Mr. Johnson came to Hammond from Bedford, Ind., and during his stay lias made many friends in both social and business circles.
MEET IN CHURCH PARLORS. The Ladies' Aid Society of the Presbyterian church is meeting this afternoon in the parlors of the church for the regular weekly meeting. A good attendance of members was desired as the usual business was to be disposed of.
DID NOT MEET THIS WEEK. There was no mee ting of the Ladies' Guild of St. Paul's Episcopal church this afternoon, but a meeting will take place as usual next week and a full attendance of members is desired. HOLD REGULAR MEETING.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Lutheran church is meeting this afternoon
at the home of Mrs. H. Gaedtke in
Fayette street. The usual program of
the societv will be enjoyed and a full
attendance of members was desired. IS OUT AGAIN.
Little Marion Sickles, daughter of Mr. and Mr?. E. S. Sickles of 3 6 Og-
den street, who has been ill with measles for the past few weeks, is able
to be out again. HAVE GUESTS FROM THE EAST.
Mr. and Mrs. John Sherby enter
tained Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Davenport of
Brooklyn, N. Y.. at their home in Tru man avenue, yesterday. Mrs. Daven
port and Mrs. Sherbj- are sisters. They
left for Chicago last evening where
they will be the guests of relatives for a few days and will return to Ham
mond for a longer visit. VISITORS IN HAMMOND TODAY.
Among the out-of-town visitors in Hammond today are: Mrs. Newcomb of Highlands. Frank Scheldt of St.
John, C. S. Smith and V. S. Messenger
of Chicago. ATTEND CHARITY BALL. A large number of people from out of-town are expected in Hammond to
day to attend the charity ball at the
Masonic temple this evening. It is ex
pected that the ball will be very largely attended and the members of the committee have spared nothing in making it a success in every detail. The hall is being beautifully decorated, appropriate for the occasion. Cards and bowling will be provided for guest3 attending, who do not dance. CONDUCTS SERVICE HERE. Miss Josephine Nichols of Evanston,
who conducted the recent revivals at the First Methodist church, will te in
Hammond again this evening and will have charge of the service. It is expected that the meeting will te interesting and it is desired that many attend. LEAVES FOR SOUTH BEND. The Rev. Theo Claus left at noon today for South Bend, Ind., to remain several days.
K. OF P. MEETING. There will be a special meeting in the lodge room, Thursday eventn, April 15, at 7:30 p. m. All K. of P. members are urged to be present. W. A. Hoke, C. Commander.
ENTERTAINS CLUB FRIENDS. Miss Mae Hartley entertained the members of the O. O. club very pleasantly last evening at her home in Fayette street. It was the regular weekly meeting of the club members and all were present. The evening was passed in the usual pleasant way with embroidery work after which other social amusements were enjoyed. A very pleasing luncheon was served at the close of the party. The next club party will be held at the home of Miss Frances Hutton In Ogden street next Tuesday evening. The following members were present last evening. Misses
Alice Blosser, Lulu DeWeese, Grace Kingwill, Myrtle Marsden, Florence
Buzzard, Frances Hutton and Mae
Hartley.
AN ENJOYABLE MEETING.
The members of the art committee of
the Hammond Woman's club met yes
terday afternoon at the home of the
chairman, Mrs. M. Rothschild In South Hohman street for the regular study
meeting. The meeting was announced to take place at the home of Mrs.
Meikle ,but had to be changed on ac
count of her absence from the city. The meeting was attended by several of the members who enjoyed the after
noon. Tho regular study for the day was postponed until the next meeting in two weeks when a large attendance Is desired. Mrs. Rothschild entertained the club ladles with descriptions of
the Mexican people, their customs and
pottery as she saw them on her trip
through the country. The talk was very interesting as she had many souvenirs to show in explaining the ware.
She had many pictures, also collected
on the trip, which were shown. At the
close of the meeting dainty refreshments were served.
AID SOCIETY MEETS. The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Baptist church will meet Thursday af
ternoon of this week at the home of Mrs. E. W. Bump, 3S6 South Hohman street. Business of importance will be transacted so that all members are asked to attend. AN" INTERESTING MEETING. An interesting meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the First Methodist church was held yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. J. W. Davis, 111 Conkey avenue. It was the regular monthly meeting of the society and many members attended. Several visitors were also in attendance. Mrs. A. L. Spohn was in charge of the program for the day, the subject for study being "Burma." Mrs. II. A. McConnell lead the devotional exercises at the meeting, after which a very pretty vocal duett was given by Mrs. A. K. Thompson and Miss Edith McConnell. Another musical number on the program which was enjoyed vwas a vocal selection by Master Gilbert Davis. Mrs. Spohn then gave a very pleasant talk on the day's study, "Buria," which was of interest to every member present. One of the very enjoyable numbers on the program was the reading of a letter from the Hanson family, missionaries from the Methodist church to Taiansu, China, The letter was quite lengthy and told of conditions in China and the work of the missionaries which Interested members of the Ham-
LOUIS S
GHERER
PUSSES AWAY
Hammond Young Man Gives
Up the Fight at St. Margaret's Hospital.
"Tell the boys good-bye for me,' were the last words whispered yesterday afternoon when Louis Scherer realized at St. Margaret's hospital that all the hopes and pleasure for him were at an end. He passed away early this
morning at 1:38. At his bedside were his mother, who lives at 122 Manilla
street; his brothers, Edward and -Wll
Ham; E. C. Payne and Dave Lovegren of the Lion store; his aunt, Mrs. Michael Bixeman; Miss Anna Blxeman, Miss
Grace Blocker and Miss Kelly, the lat
ter of Chicago.
ine name ol Louis bcherer was on
many lips this morning, for the news
of the popular young man's death
spread through the city early. Loved Clraa Sport.
Early in his career he began to Iden
tify himself with clean sports in Ham
mond and soon was one of the stars with the Hubbard and the Joe Longs,
on the baseball diamond. He was popu
lar with everybody, people who came In contact with him taking a natural
liking to him for his genial manner.
He was a member of the local lodge of Knights of Pythias and the Home
Circle, and his funeral next Friday
afternoon will be held under the au spices of the K. of P.'s.
Until the funeral hour the body will lie at his former home, 442 Plummer avenue, from where It will be taken to
the Baptist church for funeral services.
Interment will be at Oak Hill ceme tery.
His many friends had watched his condition ever since a week ago last Friday when he was taken down with pleurisy-pneumonia, which turned to typhoid-pneumonia three days later. He was very sick from the beginning and
from the start his chances were slim Last Monday he was taken to the lo
cal hospital, where his local physician
continued to attend him, with the as
sistance of a Chicago specialist. A Star on tbe Diamond.
IiOuis Scherer was born in Crown Point a little more than 2S yars ago.
About sixteen years ago lie came to Hammond, and eight years ago he be
gan working in the Lion store. Begin
ning at the foot of the ladder he work
ea steaany until ne round himself In an
executive position in the liquor depart
ment of the concern, with whom he
first began.
mond society. At the close of the meet
ing the members met for a short so
cial nour and the hostess served a
daintily arranged two course luncheon.
The next meeting will occur the first
Tuesday in May and Mrs. I. E. Dick
enson will entertain at her home, 16
Condit street.
SEWING CIRCLE TO MEET. Mrs. Deacon will entertain the members of the Sewing Circle of St. Margaret's hospital, Thursday afternoon at her home, 3S Clinton street. All the members are invited to attend. This is the first meeting since before the opening of Lent. IN REMEMBRANCE. Baby's gone but still there lingers A fond memory In each heart. We shall miss her Oh: so sadly. As from us she drifts apart, Jesus called her and she answered To his ever lasting call; Earth Is passed, her gain is heaven, Asleep in Jesus, that is all. With our deepest sympathy, MR. AND MRS. J,I. WALDRON. MISS HOPKINS ENTERTAINS. Miss Lena Hopkins entertained the members of the JT. N. Embroidery club very pleasant last evening at her home in Ogden street The evening was passed in a very pleasant way with embroidery work, after which the remainder of the time was passed in an
Prices: 10, 20, 30 and a few at 50 cts.
SUNDAY, APRIL, 18th
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A KNOCKOUT
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Informal social way. The hostess served
meeting. The following members were present, Mrs. J. J. Claussen, Misses
Gertrude Claus, Lillie and Meta Fedder, Emily and Bertha Ebert, Bertha Ma-
leltske, Mayme Klein and Lena Hop
kins.
MRS. BOONE ENTERTAINS.
Mrs. D. E. Boone entertained at a
very delightful party yesterday after
noon at her home in May street. Mrs
Boone had as her guests the members
of the Erthstane club and several in
vited friends. The guests were invited
to a noon-day luncheon, which was served at 1 o'clock. An elaborate luncheon was served in buffet style in
the dining room of the Boone resi dence which had been prettily decor
ated for the party. An immen; j cen
ter piece of roses and ferns were used on the table. After the luncheon the guests passed a very pleasant afternoon with embroidery work until the hostess announced a guessing contest. The contest was a very pleasing feature
of the afternoon and the guests took a great deal of enjoyment in it. Mrs. Walter Hammond was successful in winning the prize which was an immense bunch of roses. All the members but three were present and Mrs. Booe
had as her invited guests, Mesdames J. Floyd Irish, J. K. Stinson, Ford, Davis, H. H. Henry and J. E. Fitz
gerald.
CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our many friends
for their kind assistance ? during the illness and death of our beloved baby; also for the beautiful floral offerings
from neighbors. K. O. T. M. lodge and Carpenters' Union. MR. AND MRS. WALDRON AND
FAMILY. UNIVERSITY CLUB MEETS. Dr. W. B. Hayward of Hammond
was voted a member of the University club of this city at the regular meet
ing last night. The meeting was held In the club rooms and the matter of
giving a dance in the near future was taken up and discussed. Other plans for the good of the club were con-
lidered and now that the Lenten sea
son is past. It is expected that the social activities of the club will be greater.
Mrs. S. Freitz of South Chicago,
spent the afternoon visiting Hammond friends.
IS THE VERDICT OF ALL WHO HAVE WITNESSED JAMES J. CORBETT and his excellent Company of players In The Broadway Farcial Success "Facing ? Music" Under the personal direction of h. H. Frazee
Production ran for 200 performances at the Madison Square Garden, N. Y. ONE OF SEASON'S GREATEST SUCCESSES.
Prices: 25c, 50c, 75c, 1.00
THE IDLEHQUR -56 THEATRE-
271 EAST STATE STREET Latest and Best MOVING PICTURES. Change of Programe Daily Hours 2:30 and 7 P. M.
CALUMET THEATER Kco
One Week Starting Sunday Matinee. April 1 1 Special Easter Week Attraction The Calumet Stock Co. In the Latest New York Success "The House of a Thousand Candles" Under the direction of CHARLES A. CLARK. Vaudeville and Pictures between Acts.
10, 20 and 30 cents Wed. and Sat., Matinee 10c
NEXT WEEK "WHY WOMEN SIN"
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Vaudeville Theatre.... STATE STREET
"Raffles
All this week....
$25 for his capture. $5 to make him smile.
PLAYING NOW THE JESSES Comedy Sketch lewIamar Colored Comedian MOVING PICTURES
QAUMONTS New Passion Play
PATHE'S Art FilrnThe Kiss of Judas
AND VOCAL SELECTIONS BY Miss Eleanor Carleton
For the Benefit of St. Margarets Hospital
AT THE-
Colonial Theatre 83 State Street. April 12, 13, 14, 15th. AFTERNOON AND EVENING ADMISSION 10c
Special Matinee Saturday and Sunday Doors open 2:30 P. M. and 7:00 P. M. Admission 10 cents
MJss Carrie Prott has returnej home from a few clays' visit with relatives in Rosa, Ind. Get in the push! Have you seen our line of Go-Carts and Carriages? The prices are lees at SPIEGEL'S. South Chicago's leading Furniture store. tL
NOTICE. The Woodmen of the "World will meet In Wels Hall, Xo. 92 State street, tonight at 7:43 sharp. The committee will make a report. F. W. SOUTHACK, Clerk.
Miss Adkins to Talk. A pleasant trip through beautiful, romantic Spain awaits the patrons of the Wednesday Night club for this evening-. Miss Alta Adkins of the Irving school will read a paper this evening in which she will give her Impressions and reminiscences of southern pain. Miss Adkins made the trip throuxh southern Spain about five years ago, and remembers it a3 one of her most pleasant experiences. The country that she will deal with is one of the most Interesting in the world, and her audience will undoubtedly enjoy a rare treat.
This evening's session, like all others.
ill be held at the public library, and
erybod yis invited ta attend-
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Perfectly Kept The Best in the Land at a Fair Price That's What We Stand For Ihe "House of Quality" COX MEE
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