Local Brevities

LOCAL BREVITIES

The new stations were placed in St. Thomas' church Tuesday.

Miss Grace Laing had her knee severely injured while coasting Tuesday evening.

Asahel F. Newcomb, of Milan, has been granted a divorce from Helen M. Newcomb.

Born, to Mr and Mrs. Emanuel Schneider. Monday morning, a 7 1/2 pound girl.

J. F. Schuh has the contract for steam heating and plumbing the Schleicher-Fantle block.

The books of "Tannhaueser" have arrived and a full rehearsal of the Choral Union is desired.

Miss Margaret Carhart, who has been seriously ill with scarlet fever in Chicago is convalescing.

Mrs. Pearson of E. Washington street, who has been out of town for some time, has returned.

T. B. Kearney, who has been ill for a long time, was down in his office Monday for the first time.

Miss Emma Geiger, of South Lyon, is visiting her cousins,  Mr. and Mrs. Albert Rohde, of 123 Chapin street.

In the case of James Taylor, administrator et al. vs. Clara A. Stapish, a motion for security for costs has been filed.

M. J. Farnum of this city, has had hard luck with his cows. He has lost two inside of five months with milk fever.

Poet Shoeman will give a farewell entertainment at Newberry hall on March 7 and that night he leaves for England.

An order pro confesso has been taken by Murray & Storms, solicitors, in the chancery case of Etta Lamkin vs. Fred Lamkin.

At the annual convention of the state Y. M. C. A. held in  Battle Creek, C. W. Wagner, of this city, was elected first vice president.

In the chancery case of William H. Bishop vs. W. S. Bishop, D. C. Griffin has entered his appearance as solicitor for the defendant.

A number of Ann Arborites went on a sleighing party Friday evening to Ypsilanti, where they surprised Mr. and Mrs. Beranek.

Rev. Mr. Gelston, who has been in Berkley, Cal., for some time, will not be home Sunday, but will return some time next week.

D. Norman Travis begins his engagement with the Empire theatre Co. in Toledo next Monday night, appearing in "A Lady of Quality."

The banquet which the D. A. R. were planning has been postponed on account of serious illness in the family of one of the committee.

William W. Donnan of Delhi, late Co. I. Thirty-Second infantry, has received an original pension of $6 W. K. Childs secured the same for him.

A wheelbarrow man was in the city Saturday. He was organized on the plan of Railroad Jack and tried to work the city papers for free advertising.

Mrs. John Koch left Monday afternoon for visit with her daughter, Mrs. Harry Nichols, in Pittsburgh, Penn. Ed Koch accompanied her as far as Detroit.

The carload of wall paper received by George Wahr, the bookman, is sufficient to cover 13,075 acres of walls. Mr. Wahr is about to order another carload.

The Steinke family, three of the members of whom had diphtheria, have been released from quarantine. The house was thoroughly fumigated yesterday.

Charles H. Williams, late of Ann Arbor, now of the Indianapolis News, has, through W. K. Childs' agency, secured an original pension of $8 as Spanish-American war veteran.

J. N. Martin, real estate agent, sold the old Gallagher property belonging to Thos. J. Keech, corner of Beakes and North Fourth avenue, to John Matthews. Consideration $1,200.

E. V. Hangsterfer will remove his stock from the store at the corner of Washington street and Fourth avenue on April 1, and will have his main store on State street after that date.

Messrs. Gaudy and Brown, of Ypsilanti have rented the west store of the Sudworth block on E. Washington street.  They will open up a wholesale and retail confectionery business.

Miss Mary Savage, of Summit street, entertained several of her little friends at a Valentine party Friday evening. The chief feature was a candy pull which the little ones enjoyed very much.

Dr. W. B. Hinsdale, Dr. R. S. Copeland and Dr. T. J. Ritter were in Dexter Friday evening to attend the Masonic lodge where they witnessed the raising of Dr. E. F. Chase to a Master Mason.

Mrs. M. G. Pattengill, mother of Prof. A. H. Pattengill, died in Lansing on Saturday.  Prof. and Mrs. Pattengill and Mrs. Jerome Knowlton leave tomorrow morning to attend the funeral.

Miss Irene Winslow gave a sleigh ride party to a number of her friends Monday evening. After driving for a couple of hours the party returned to Miss Winslow's rooms and enjoyed an oyster supper.

Rev. Mr. Wharton, of Ypsilanti, preached at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning on the subject "The Great Quest." His address was a very able one and pleased the audience greatly.

John Slater, charged with an assault and battery on Hugh Johnson, the restaurant man, was discharged Friday by Justice Gibson. Mr. Johnson did not appear. Murray & Storms defended Slater.

Oswald Herz of W. Huron street, who has been confined to the home for many weeks with an attack of inflammatory rheumatism, is convalescing. He hopes to be able to get out of the home this week.

The Ann Arbor Music Co. has just finished re-finishing a piano for Emanuel Jedele of Dexter. The work indicates superior workmanship and shows that Ann Arbor is as well up in this work as the east.

Miss Keunzler, of W. Liberty street, entertained about fifteen of her girl friends Friday evening. The ladies were en masque. Some of the costumes were exceedingly funny. A dainty lunch was served. 

Miss Mary Blades entertained very pleasantly the "Don't You Wish You Knew" club and their husbands, Friday evening. Games and music were features of the evening. An elaborate supper was served.

Fred Gerstner. the well known baker of Detroit street, has sold out his business to Eugene Cender and Andrew Neff. Mr. Neff and Mr. Cender formerly acted as drivers and bakers for Mr. Gerstner.

Pope, of Ann Arbor, has challenged Kid Wellman, of Detroit, to box ten rounds for points at the opera house here on March 14. A couple of years ago Wellman said he could knock Pope out in four rounds.

Supervisor Charles Braun of Ann Arbor township, who is a large peach grower, reports the peach buds in excellent condition. Unless they are damaged by severe weather the prospects are favorable for a good crop.

Miss Nellie Saunders entertained a number of friends Monday evening at cards.  Ten games of pedro were played, after which a chafing dish supper was served.  Miss Charlotte Gates and Guy Erickson carried off the prizes.

Mr. Harold Butler entertained friends Monday evening at his home on S. Ingalls street.  Light refreshments were served in the early part of the evening which was spent in games.  All the guests report a very pleasant time.

Rev. E, S. Ninde will begin a series of sermons on "From the Nile to the Jordan" next Sunday evening.  The subject for next Sunday will be "The Mummies of Egypt." Every one is invited to attend these services.

The funeral services of George C. Brissette of 1130 Washtenaw avenue were held Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at his late residence. The remains were taken Monday morning to Three Rivers, his old home. for interment.

The masquerade at August Berringer's Friday night was largely attended, there being 40 couples in masks and about 15 couples without. All had a good time and didn't think of home until morning. The party was for the benefit of the grange and was a great success. All voted Mr. and Mrs. Berringer royal entertainers and vowed they would soon come again.

The franchise asked for by Mr Hatch, promoter of the Detroit, Ann Arbor & Adrian electric railway, to operate in the streets of Adrian, is now about ready to be passed, and it will probably be at the next meeting of the city council.- Adrian Telegram.

Miss Sadie Storms entertained the 20th Century club Friday evening. Several games of cards were played. after which a delicious spread was enjoyed by the guests. The table was elaborately decorated with hearts and presented a very attractive appearance.

On Friday evening the intermediate boys of the Y. M. C. A. will hold a social and entertainment for the members. They have secured a first-class entertainer in Mr. Roy Alvord, who will give them some of his specialties in whistling, singing and Indian club swinging.

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Haas, of Ann Arbor town, entertained about forty friends at progressive pedro Friday evening. An enjoyable evening was spent. Frank Hagen and Mrs. Chas Hutzel won the first prizes and Miss Ida Braun and Chas. Hutzel carried off booby prizes.

Miss Brewster, of Thompson street gave a very charming Valentine party to a large number of her friends last Friday evening.  The rooms were prettily decorated with smilax, carnations and violets. Cards were indulged in until a late hour, when a very dainty lunch was served by the hostess.

The annual union services of the students which was held in University hall Sunday evening at 7:30, were well attended.  Rev. L. D. Jefferson, of New York city gave a fine address on religion.  He is a very eloquent speaker and he delivered a fine address.  A good musical program was rendered.

A party of fourteen couples went to Dexter Friday evening and were royally entertained at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Pratt. Dancing, cards, etc., were indulged in and lasted until an early  hour this morning. An elaborate supper was served, which the participants claim was exceptionally good.

Wm. J. Hastings secured a verdict for $1,500 from the Jackson & Suburban Traction Co., Wm. A. Boland, principal defendant,  from a Jackson court jury. Hastings, who is an old man, set up a claim that a street car was suddenly started while he was alighting, throwing him to the ground and breaking his leg.

Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McCotter gave a delightful Valentine party on Friday evening to about twenty of the friends of their son, George. The house was very prettily decorated with hearts and other appropriate decorations. Games of various sorts were played and everything was done to make the girls and boys enjoy themselves.

The city Y. M. C. A. are making elaborate preparations for their Martha Washington tea which will be given next Friday evening.  Feb. 21, at 6 o'clock at the association rooms. The young ladies who will assist at the tables will be dressed in uniform. The supper promises to be good and it certainly will be a very unique one.

The Two-Step club gave a very pretty party at Granger's academy Friday evening. There were 45 couples who tripped the light fantastic to the delightful music of the Chequamegon orchestra. The dainty colored gowns of the ladies made a pretty picture. Mr. and .Mrs. L. Jocelyn, Mr. and Mrs. L. Wines and Mrs. McGraw acted as chaperones.

Just before the opening of the service Sunday evening in University hall a large piece of plaster on the under side of the gallery fell and cut several deep gashes in the head of Don C. Urie of Dimondale, a student who was sitting below.  Dr. C. Gorsline sewed up the wounds.

The Hawks-Angus Co. will soon erect a waiting room on the southwest corner of Mr. Weidman's lot for the accommodation of their patrons.  The building will probably be about 40 x 50 feet.  The Hawks-Angus Co. will run extra cars for light freight soon.--Grass lake News.

Mr. and Mrs. William Jacobus were very pleasantly surprised last Friday evening, the occasion being their wedding anniversary. The guests presented their hosts with a handsome jardiniere and palm. About nine couples were present and all had a very pleasant evening.

Albert Clark, of Fletch street, is able to resume his work. About three weeks ago. while passing along Main street on his bicycle, a  dog ran out and bit him on the calf of the leg.  At first nothing much was thought of the wound, but he became lame and it was necessary to give it the strict attention of a surgeon.

Mrs. C. H. Warren, of Cherry street, entertained several friends at a delightful card party Monday evening.  First prizes were won by Mr. Olney and Mrs. Besch and the consolation by  Mr. Dunn and Mrs. Klinger.  After cards, elegant refreshments were served, following which dancing continued the remainder of the evening.

George H. Blum and Helena Edna, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mallory, 555 Packard street, were married Saturday at 6:30, by Rev. W. L. Tedrow of Trinity Lutheran church officiating. Only the parents of the bride witnessed the ceremony. Mr. Blum and bride left on the evening train for a short wedding trip. Mrs. Blum is a teacher and has a large circle of friends. Mr. Blum is a popular mail carrier who has been in the service before the civil service was introduced. They both have a host of friends who wish them joy and happiness on their life's journey. Upon their return from their trip they will go to housekeeping on W. Huron where a cosy home has been furnished by Mr. Blum.

Miss Ella Meuth gave a delightful Valentine party to about 16 friends Friday evening. The house was prettily decorated with palms and cut flowers. Dancing, games, music., etc., were the chief features of evening. Lunch was served in the dining room, where the table was decorated with pink and white carnations. Everyone had a most enjoyable time.

The subject for debate at the North side lyceum last Saturday evening was: "Resolved that the imperialistic tendency will be detrimental to the United States."  The judges decided in favor of the affirmative. Next Saturday evening a George Washington program will be given. These meetings are open to every one are all are cordially invited to attend.

The Delta Phi sorority gave a very pretty Valentine party at 106 S. First street Friday evening. The house was tastefully decorated with the sorority colors and red hearts. Games, music and dancing were the feature of the evening. Light refreshments were served, after which each guest was presented with a small red heart, pierced with an arrow, as a souvenir.

Mr. H. Bell, who has been preaching at the Northside Union church for some time, will be ordained in that church next Monday. Twelve ministers are expected to be present and to participate in the impressive ceremony which will take place in the evening. The ladies of the church will entertain the visiting clergymen at a 6 o'clock dinner served in the basement of the church.

The benefit concert for the Second Baptist church at Newberry hall, on Friday evening was quite a financial success. Of the 400 tickets sold Mrs. E. Blackburn sold 150, thereby securing the first prize of $5 in gold to the person selling the highest number of tickets over 50. Mrs. L. Shewcraft sold 133, and thereby got the second prize. The total amount taken in so far is $51.80.

Monday night a sleigh load of twenty people drove to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Staebler on the  Dixboro road and surprised their daughter, Martha. The evening was spent in playing cards and many other games. Monie Staebler and May Staeb won the first prize and Key Foster and Ivy Seybolt the second. Some beautiful vases were given as tokens which they will long remember.

The celebration of the anniversary of the organization of the medical department will be held next Saturday evening in Sarah Caswell Angell hall in the Barbour gymnasium. The chief speakers of the evening will be Dr. A. B. Prescott, who will speak on Dr. Silas Douglass and his work, and Dr. G. Carl Huber will speak on Dr. Sager and his work. After the exercises a reception will be heard.

The Boys' Branch of the Y. M. C. A. was the recipient Monday of six more books for their section in the Association library. The list includes "Hunting in the Great West," "The Last of the Mohicans," "On the Threshold," Tour of the World in Eighty Days," "The Mysterious Island" and Drummond's Addresses." The donor was one of Ann Arbor's best known and respected lawyers.

W. K. Childs, secretary of the Washtenaw Mutual Fire Ins. Co., is busily engaged at present in transferring accounts to a new assessment book.  He has to enter names of members, numbers of policies, postoffice addresses, amount of insurance, townships and sections where property is located.  There are about 3,000 members so the magnitude of the work can be judged.  The book will be good for four years.

Mrs. J. M. Cutler, 109 Packard street, died at 11:45 Tuesday, aged 88 years. Mrs. Cutler was one of the  pioneers of Washtenaw county, her husband having for many years been proprietor of the Follett house, Ypsilanti.  She leaves a son and daughter, F. A. Cutler and Mrs. J. L. Stone, both of this city. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon and the remains taken to Highland cemetery, Ypsilanti, for interment.

A party of twelve young couples had jolly sleigh ride Friday evening. They drove out to the home of Miss Anna Prat in Dexter. Twelve games of progressive pedro were played. Mrs. Pratt and Ed. Hangsterfer carried off prizes and Miss Eva Herbert and Staff Nickels won consolation prizes.  A delicious supper was served and done full justice to by the hungry guests. The party reached Ann Arbor again at 5 o'clock this morning.

Travel is increasing over the road from Lansing to St. Johns.  The daily average of passengers over the road is 150.  Last Sunday 104 people were carried on one trip.  Hotel people send carriages to meet every train and find it a profitable thing to do.  Last night a party of DeWitt and St. Johns people availed themselves of the opportunity to attend the theatre, spending the night in Lansing.--Lansing Republican

Mary E. Beach of Ann Arbor, who died Jan. 2. '02, left an estate estimated at $1,800, which she bequeaths 32 fifty-eighths to her sister, Mrs. Matilda B. Caldwell of Ann Arbor: her nephew, Edward B. Caldwell, Ann Arbor, two fifty-eighths; her niece, Grace Louise Beach of Chicago, Ill., two fifty eighths; her nieces, Minnie E. Caldwell, Jennie E. Mix, Chicago, Minnie B. Hoke, Parsons, Kas., each one-fifth eighths; Jennie C. Price, Grace L. Strayer, Chicago, each one fifty-eighth; Board of Home Missions and Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian church each eight fifty-eighths. The will is dated Oct. 29, 1900. It is witnessed by J. Bird Price and Jennie Cone Price.

John Krause of Fifth street is now a happy grandpa. Dr. and Mrs. Cushing are the parents of a handsome daughter.

Mayor Copeland- "Did you ever notice the supreme selfishness of some people. They clean their walks about the house, but not the sidewalk. It costs the city from $200 to $300 a year to keep clean the sidewalks during a winter. It is a misfortune that there is no provision in the ordinance that provides that the citizens must clean their walks."

The Magic Manufacturing Co. is branching out Into a new industry that may assume large proportions and employ many men. It is that of canvas roofing to take place after slate or metal roofing. It is warm in winter and cool in summer. The same paint used on walls will keep out the moisture. The company is getting contracts from large buildings. The roofing will be used on the new building being put up by Christian Spaeth on S. Fourth ave.

The remains of Frank Murray, who died at the Emergency hospital in Detroit, were brought to the city Friday evening and taken to the residence of his sister, Mrs. Erastus Gilbert, 820 E. Ann street. He died from the effects of an operation. The funeral services were held Sunday i at 9 o'clock at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Gilbert. Interment in Forest Hill cemetery.  Mrs. Frank Barber of Whitmore Lake is also a sister of Mr. Murray.

Mrs. Eliza R. Sunderland, so long a resident of Ann Arbor, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. E. Safford, in Detroit. Mrs. Sunderland has been a complete invalid much of the time since leaving Ann Arbor three years and a half ago, and her many friends here will be glad to know that she is so far improved as to be, in a measure, accessible to her friends once more. She will not be able, however, to visit Ann Arbor this winter, and will return to her home in Toronto after a month's stay in Detroit.