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TUESDAY, MAY H, 1WT. THE ATLANTA GEORGIAN AND NEWS. \ SOCIETY SENIOR CELEBRATION AT COX COLLEGE. Monday evening the sixty-fourth an «ual commencement exercises were held the attractive auditorium of Cox College. College Dark, consisting of the senior celebration and the bac calaureate address by Hon. John Tem ple Grave*. ' A large audience, which filled the hall evidenced Its appreciation of the unusually interesting program by cor dial and frequent applause. The ros trum, in the rear of which was the large pipe orgap, was effectively deco rated With vases of crimson carnations, the renter class flower. The graduates presented a charming picture of girlish loveliness as they formed a seml-clrclo on the stsge, wearing beautiful white lingerie gown# and carrying bouquets of crimson carnations, tied with ertm- nn tulle streamers. The exercise* were opened by i Drfl yer by Rev. Mr. Moncrlef, which was followed by a program of rare excellence, which included: Introduction of class president by Idas Halite Gibson. Response and Address by Class President-Mi™ Lily Davis. -Qulndeclm Annos Abliinc—Miss Edith Rlckcnbachor Galphln. Debste, "Besolved, That Greek Ideals Are Superior to those of America." Affirmative. Miss Frances Simmons; negative Mrs. Hattlo Johnson Archer. Plano Solo, "Rustle of Spring." Sind- Ins—Miss Pearls Martha Reynolds. Class Reading—Miss Janie Tharpe S °cisi« n Essay, "The Romanticism of English Literature"—MIbs ^lary Rat' Toast* to Class of 1908—Mies Alva Btbb Jameson. Class Poem, "The Call of .Youth”— Miss Alice Bacon pox. •The Vine Gatherers," Denza-Bart- |et—Choral Union, Introduction of orator by Miss Mary Louise Carlton. Baccalaureate Address—Hon. Temple Graves. ■ Each paper and speech of the young E s evidenced not only careful train- hut nn unusual appreciation on part of the fitness of things. There were no long essays, speeches or papers, but everything was con ducted with a delightful snap and a charming understanding of subjects discussed. The class essay, “Romanticism In English Literature,” by Miss Mary Rstllff Gray, was one of the gems of s program rich in literary effort. Miss Gray treated her subject with a thor oughness and at the same time a charming appreciation of what Is best In English literature, and was accord ed the most critical appreciation of her rarely excellent work. The Introduction of the orator of the svenlng, Hon. John Temple Graves, by Miss Mary Louise Carlton was a reve lation as to a young girl's ability to perform a graceful but unusual duty. The music was attractive and every festure of the program waa worthy of Individual mention. Colonel Graves’ address was a beautiful tribute to womanhood, and an eloquent appeal to wromanhood for the defense of the glorious religious'faith of the fathers. After his address, which awakened great enthusiasm. Colonel Graves was presented by the elate with a splendid bouquet of crimson carnatldns. John INTEREST IN EXHIBITION. Increased Interest is manifested In the exhibition of landscapes, portraits, etchings and decorative studios now being shown by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Osgood, Miss Kate Edwards, Mr. Ed ward Gregory Smith and. Miss Roslne Rtoul in the Alfrlend building, under the auspices of the Atlanta Art Asso ciation. The collection will be on display two or three days longer, and no admission Is charged. The portraits exhibited are of espe cial local Interest; being those of well- known Atlanta folk. in oils Mr. Osgood exhibits portraits of Judge Newman and Mr. Ralph Van Lsndlngham that are especially strong. Those of Mr. Lewis Bsck and Mr. I Wtlle Pope are exhibited by Miss lute Edwards. Miss Edwards’ group of portraits done in chalk Is ono of the charming features of the exhibition. and includes an excellent likeness o« Miss Rebecca Raoul, one of MIbs Susie May Pope, and portraits of Mr. Os good and Mr. Riley, That one ot Miss Evelyn Lovett Is one ot the most pop ular pictures In the exhibition. Mrs. Osgood's decorative designs unusually line. In composition net work Is especially happy, and the pieces in the present collection are charac terized ulso by a certain note of tb grotesque and fanciful which Is charm lng. One of the studies Is exhibited ‘ Nr*. Osgood • was greatly admired •be Salon In Paris some years ago. The work of Sir. Edward Gregory Smith Is of extraordinary merit, nod would attract attention In any colleC' tlon. His pictures are so well hung a* to make a charming ensemble, but the three canvases which dominate the panel ore easily his “April Day," which, by the way, Is a Marietta landscape; ’The Pine," a notable picture so strong and slmplo that one could live with it. and "Windy Day/’ This last Is a scene on the shore of Lako Michigan, and pictures the wind-riven eky and wind- tossed poplars with a certain dramatic intensity that makes It a most vital canvas. Miss Roslne Raoul's beautiful book- cover designs are greatly admired, and are beautiful in design and coloring. Miss Raoul's rstum from Nsw York, where she has spent several years studying art. 1* a happy acquisition to art circles here. ‘ s The Interesting group of etchings Is the work of Mr. Harry Osgood, who ranks high among American etchers. All those who care tot; etchings will bo more than repdld by a study of those which Me Osgood exhibits In the A! friend building. MRS. WHITE TO ENTERTAIN Thursday afternoon at her beautiful home In College Park Mrs. Woods White will entertain ot an Informal musical and reception, tho guests of honor to be Misses Hopkins and Young, principals of Agnes Scott Institute. SARAH M'INTOShT CHAPTER OF THE D. A. The regular meeting of the Sarah McIntosh Chapter p. A. R. will be held Wednesday, May 15, at 3 p. m. In the parlors of the Aragon Hotel. MRS. OSCAR RAGLAND. Recording Secretary. WOMAN’S COMMISSION TO MEET. The woman's board of lady commls eioners of the'Jamestown Exposition will meet at 1:10 o'clock on Friday, the 24th, at the residence of Mrs. A. B. Steele. 522 Peachtree. ANNUAL MEETING OF WOMAN'S CLUB. Monday afternoon at the regular meeting of tb* Atlanta Woman's Club the annual election of officers took place. The nominating committee, Mrs. Nellie Peters Black, chairman; Mr# M. C. Russell, Mrs. J. A. Perdue, Sirs. R. L. West and Miss Augusta Garrett, presented the following names, which received the unanimous Indorsement of the cjub: President. Mrp. A, McD. Wll son; first vice president, Mrs. Bolling Jones; ’ second vice president, Mrs. Warren Boyd; recording secretary, Mrs, Howard McCall; assistant recording secretary, Mrs. William Hurd Hlllyer corresponding secretary. Jtfrsr B. F. Cobb; treasurer, Mrs. Elijah Williams auditor, Mrs. W. P. Smith. The retiring officers, who havo aerved with great efficiency and to the com plete satisfaction of the club, the time Imlt prescribed by the constitution, are Mrs. E. G. Warner, recording seer*, tary; Mrs. William Scott, treasurer, Miss Mary Rowe Mitchell, auditor, and Miss Augusta Garrett, assistant secro- ary. Preceding the election of officers, a very Interesting program under the di rection of Mr*. Frank L. Woodruff, chairman of the pocla! service section of the club, waa enjoyed. The subject of tuberculosis, especial' ly es It affects the masses, was treated thoroughly and with unusual Interest by Dr. R. R. Klme, Dr. Bates Block and Dr. Wesley Taylor. Mr. Wiliam Greene Raoul epoke In behalf of free dispensaries for poor persons afflicted with tuberculosis, telling of the need of Btate aid for this noble charity, and SOME OF THE BARGAIN PIANOLAS have been sold, but we have five left. Get one while you can. $125.00 ‘ Upward. PHILLIPS & CREW CO. 37-39 Peachtree St. asking: tho Influence of the womon Jn bringing about a public sentiment in favor of free dispensaries. As is well known. It Is through the personal generosity of Mr. Raoul that the dispensary already established In Atlanta hss been made possible. Mr. Joseph Logan made an eloquent appeal In behalf of a public play ground for the children of the city, suggesting Piedmont park as a suitable location. A rising vote of thanks was given the retiring officers of the club. In accepting re-election to the office of president, Mrs. Wilson made a yery graceful and appropriate speech ex pressing her appreciation of the honor conferred and invoking the sympathet ic aid of her co-workers. A committee Including Mrs. E I-i'-wn. Mrs. K. <2. Warner ami Mrs. Bolling Jones was appointed to prepare resolutions of sympathy to Mrs. E. O- McCabe and Mrs. J. K. Ottley In their recont great sorrows. Mr** Robert Kahner, president of the Georgia Mothers' Congress, called attention to the Approaching annual meeting of the organisation May 23-24 at the First Methodist church. The next meeting of the Woman's Club will ttfke place Monday afternoon, May 27, and will bring to a close the sessions of the club until the autffinn. RUMMAGE 8ALE. The Woman's Mlsslonaty and Atd Society of Jackson Hill Baptist church will hold a rummage sale on Saturday, May 18. The ladies ot the congregation ore requested to send articles -of clothing to the church before Saturday morn ing. or 'phone 4244 J and packages will be called for J. M. High Co. Jf. M. High Co. J. M. High Co. J. M. High Co. The many friends of Miss Junta McKinley will be grieved to know that she is critically 111 at a private sani tarium. Miss Estelle Wlitlan.la out again aft er her recent street car accident, but la still using crutches. Mr. and Mrs. James Robinson leave in June to visit the Jamestown Ex position. 7 Colonel R. J. Lowry la expected to return to the city Wednesday. Mrs. A. G. Smart and Mister Al fred Grandy will spend the summer In the North. i Mr*. Walter Hanson has returned to Macon. The many friends of Miss Carrie Brown, of Decatur, will bo glad learn that she haa recovered ffom her recent Illness. Mr. and Mrs. Dillon Akers will spend the summer at Warm Spring. Mrs. Dixon Thom, of College Park, after a short visit to relatives at Mont gomery, has returned home. Miss McWhorter Is the guest of the Misses Sheridan at Marietta. Miss Mamie Young, after a visit to friends In Atlanta, has returned to her home at Rome. Mrs. Hardlp Byars, of Rome, l« spending several days in Atlanta. Miss Sada Thomasson has returned to her home at Carrollton, after a few days' visit to Atlanta. Jr., are spending several weeks at the home of Mrs. Lynbh's sister, Mrs. Me- Carren, at Norfolk, and are enjoying the Jamestown Exposition. Miss Ida Lee Hill, of Washington, Ga., will be the guest of Miss Hattie Lee Weat at Mendenhall npartmenti the latter part of tho wedk. Miss Hill graduated from AgneB Bcott last year and will attend tho approaching com mencement exercises of her alma ma' ter. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tidwell, of Quit' man, after a short visit to Mr. R. W. Tidwell and family, have returned home. , Mrs. Inman Sanders is the guest of Mrs. Ellsworth Hall, at Macon. Mr. St. Julian Ravenel and Mr. Clarke Ravenel, of New York, are spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Clarke. Mrs. John S. Hurt has returned from short visit to Columbus. Mrt. Charles Northen and Mrs. J. O. Earnest have relumed from Indian Springs. » Mrs. E. O. McCabe and Mr. and.Mrs, J. K. Ottley have returned from Co lumbus, Miss. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conklin end young eon will spend the summer In Maine. Judge and Mrs. Henry Tanner leave soon for an extended trip West. Miss Katherine Wooten's bridge on Thursday will be a. pretty compliment to Miss Gertrude Taylor, the guest of Miss Rae Schlesinger. Mr. end' Mrs. Edward Brown and family will leave soon to spend the summer North. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Johnson will spend the summer In Marietta.’ Mr*. J. J. Haverty Is III at 8t. Jo sephs Infirmary. Mrs. Inman 1 Sanders is the guest ot Mrs. Ellsworth Hall. In Macon. Mrs. S. E. Lowe Is visiting In Jack sonville, Fla. Miss Minna Beck has returned from Washington. Mrs. Inman Sanders, of Atlanta, ar rived thlfc morning and will be the guest of Mrs. Ellsworth Hall for a week. Several affairs will be given In her honor, chief among them the bridge ; which her hostess will entertain the atrons' Club on Thursday morning,— Macon News. Miss Mary Ware, who has been ap pointed sponsor of the Alabama di vision ot the Confederate Veterans for the reunion in Richmond, and Miss Mary Glllfsrle. her maid of honor, have been invited to go to Richmond on the 21th With General Harrison In his private car. The young ladles havo acceptel and will be greatly feted on their trip: Mies Ware Is the only spon sor the state Is sending outside ot Miss Tomorrow 1 Embroidery Sale ; § • 35c to 50c Corset Cover Embroideries, 25c Yd. This lot as advertised consists of a brand new ship- , ? \ ment wide Swiss and Cambric Embroideries in • , Edges, Insertings, Beadings, Bands, Etc., in the cleverest, richest patterns we’ve seen yet. A great big display counter will be piled high with them to- • morrow—and it is by far the BEST BARGAIN SALE of Embroideries of recent times. Come take your choice of these exquisite 35c and 50c Embroid eries tomorrow— . f ' , mgr WHILE THEY LAST FOR 25c. This Sale Starts at 8:30 a. m. J. M. High Co. V?'' :v: 4 " m m Remnants Laces and Em-, broideries, pieces suitable for waists, trimming underwear, making baby clothes, etc. 1 -4 to 1-3 off. Eva Comer, who Is sponsor for the United SonB of Confederate Veterans.— Birmingham News. Mils. Margaret Ladson leave* next weok for Washington to attend tho graduating exercises of the National Park Seminary. Later Mis* Ladson will visit the Jamestown Exposition. Mrs. Philip Kunlz. of Philadelphia, arrives In th# city Sunday to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gay. The friends of Mrs. Virginia White will regret to learn that she 1* quite ill at hee borne on Pulliam street. Mrs. William Bailey Lamar arrived Tuesday from Florida and Is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Toy. Mr*. Toy Is confined to her home by Illness. ———— Charter* Applied For. W. C. Shearer. T. R. Shearer and Jack J. SpAldlng Tuesday filed applica tion for a charter for the Shearer Box Company, with 4 capital stock of (5,000. The company also ask* the privilege of operating a printing office, in connec tion with the paper box factory. Joel Hunter, W. R. Turman, Jr., and E. S. Harrison have algo filed applica tion for a charter for the Joel 'Hunter Company. The purpose of th* company is to conduct a general expert account ing business. The’amount of capital stock Is placed at (10,000. Twenty-five Top Buggies, railing in prices from $49 up. Must he sold this week to make room for new stock. Remeber our motto is quick sales and small profits. FARMERS’ SUPPLY COMPANY, 40-42 West Alabama St, Atlanta, 6a. SECURES WARRANT FOR HER FATHER Special to The Georgian. Commerce, Ga.. May 14.—Miss Cora Hill, the 15-year-old daughter of Will Hill, living near this place, came to Commerce yesterday and swore out warrant for her father, charglnr an attempt to commit assault. Mis* Hill was in her room dressing, preparing to go to church, she says, when her father, who was believed to hay* been under the Influence of liquor, went Into the room and made Improper psopoaals to her, which she resented. During the struggle he knocked her down twice. Her screams attracted the attention-of her mother, who came to her rescue and, assisted by other mem bers of the family, secured her release. Bhe fled through th* field to the home of a nearby neighbor, and os she ran Hill pulled his revolver and shot toward her, she soys. Wheh sho come to town to swear out a warrant there were great brulste on both sides of her head and on other portion* of her person, which were treated by physicians here. RICE CROP IS NOT VERY HEALTHY Washington, May 14v--Considerable anxiety is felt by the department • of agriculture concerning the Southern rice crop. The dry, warm March en abled early planting as far north ni the Georgetown section In South Cato llna. The cold April arrested farther operations and In many Instancei re seeding will be necessary. WILL GIVE RECEPTION TO FREIGHT ApENTS. Hpeclal to The Georgian. Charlotte, N. C., May 14.—Tile South cm Railway Association of Freight Agents assembled In the Selwyn Hotel St II o’clock today for a two days' session. All of the local business or ganizations sent delegations to the opening to extend a welcome to the visitors. Tonight a reception will be held at the Manufacturers' Club. T. L. Black, ot Charlotte, le president Guardian Appointed. Willis Ragan, of the firm of Ragan. Malone & Co., has been,' appointed guardian of. Mrs. Zula Malone Cook, minor daughter of CharleJ F. Malone, deceased. The appointment waa made Monday afternoon by Ordinary Wilkin son upon petition of Mr. Ragan and at the request of Mrs. Cook., Mr. Malone's entire estate, with the exception of annuities to his mother and sister, was bequeathed to his daughter, Mrs. Cook. Sues for (25,000 Damage. Hpeclsl to The Georgian. Bristol, Tcnn., .May 14—Suit was brought today against the Bristol Gas and Electric Company and the Bristol Telephone Company for damages In the sum of (25,000 for the death ot J. W. Hill, a Bristol business'man who was killed recently by coming in contact with a live wire. CONCAVED, HONED AND REPAIRED., HEALEY BAI.BERS’ SUPPLY CO., Both Phones—No. 1 N. Forsyth St. RESORT8. • GREENBRIER WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS WEST VIRGINIA (The "OLD WHITE" Shiplrer.) Now open. Famous for Its sulphur baths. 'Modern Improvements, with prlvsto baths. Permsnsnt orchestra. Terms. 415 to IS week, 450 to 990 por month. Writs for Illustrated booklet. Adilrei), GEO. A. MILLS. Jr., Manager. Greenbrier White Hnlnhnr Null new. W. Vs. w BIJOU Tonight—Mahineo Today. —THE— ( GREAT LAFAYETTE and hla company In three grand productions "Mystery, Mirth, Music” 40 People—Carload of Scenery. MimMM DR. PARMELEE WOULD STOP EATING OF FRESH MEAT. Special to The Georgian. Chattanooga, Tenn., May 14.—Dr. Lydia E. Parmelee, one ot the most active of the Seventh Day Adventists, now holding their Southern convention, has set her associates to talking by her novel views on temperance. Among other things which she le advancing, Ur. Parmelee holds that an appetlto for alsohol Is caused by drinking tea and coffee and eating fresh meat. Fresh meat, she asserts, possesses a poisonous stimulant In large quanti ties. THE "UNWRITTEN LAW" . IS DECLARED A MENACE. Special to The Georgian. Chattanooga, Tenn., May fi.—In hit opening charge to the grand Jury of the criminal court. Judge McReynolda as serted that the "unwritten law"., was rapidly becoming one of the moat rlous menaces of the day, and declared that as-far bb this section was con cerned, there was to be no further dal lying with It. The court also announced that the sale of cigarette paper* In Chattanoo- ,-as going to be stopped, if tobacco in doing business in the city had to by sent to the work house. Western Reads Advance Rates. Chicago, May 14.—Western roads will advance rates on grain and grain prod, ucts from the Missouri river to the Mis sissippi river and Chicago 11-4 cents per hundred pounds on July 1. This s In practical defiance of the action of the interstate commerce commission. Rescued Boy From Water. Special to The Georgian. Brunswick. Go., May 14.—Captain E. B. Dudley, of the steamer- Eginont, white, making the run between this city and St. Simon’s Island Saturday, rescued Steve Horan, a 10-year-old boy. of Brunswick, who fell overboard. The steamer was crossing St. Simon sound when Captain Dudley saw tho boy struggling In the water. To Build Electric Plant Special to Tb* Georgian. Brunswick, Oa., May 14.—Th* Fox River Shipbuilding Company has clo*- pendlture ot a ST. NICHOLAS AUDITORIUM, MAY 29, 30, 31 and JUNE 1. $8,000 FOR ARTISTS ALONE. SEASON TICKET SALE AT $3, $4 and $5 CLOSES MAY 22, WHEN 81N- GLE SEAT SALE OPENS. ONE FARE PLUS 25 CENTS ROUND TRIP. W. C. HUMPHRIES,. 519 EMPIRE BLDG. Eiaa Np. 7 VIADUCT PLACE. • WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, "THE, BRIGAND STORY.” "JULIUS, SANDWICH MAN." “HOW TO TAME. A WIFE.” NO. 48 WHITEHALL ST, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, "THE PIRATE'S TREASURE." ' "HERRING FISHING." “THE GOLDEN BEETLE.” “THE FUNNY SH^VE.” No. 77 PEACHTREE STREET. THIS WEEK’S BILL. THE EARL SISTERS, Dancers. LAWRENCE JAMES, Singer. E. MITCHELL, Saxaphone. M'LLE WELLS, ContortionisL JIMMY KELLY AND BANJO. ROY MITCHELL. Songs. THE WELLS. Physical Culturists. St. Nicholas Auditorium PONCE DELEON PABK-Skatlng Dally. PANOV DRESS CARNIVAL WEDNESDAY, MAY 15th. ADMISSION 25c. ed a deal with Company of Jacksnnvil struction and equlpmen ing plant at the termil lanta, Birmingham and rood. Tb I ’I ■mmhhb