-- C. S. P. S. hall was the scene of another successful ball given by the J. C. D. ladies last night, it being estimated that more than 200 couples were present. Music was furnished by Spevacek, a five piece orchestra, and so good was it that the dancers kept them busy until 3 o'clock this morning. Quite the best part of the evening's entertainment was the supper which was prepared by the ladies themselves.
-- The Traverse City Business Men's Association has adopted a resolution to patronize the makers of various products in their respective lines who are located in the city, more than has been done in the past. The association realizes that if its members will push local products, that there will be a greater demand for them with a greater benefit to all.
-- Another old soldier, pioneer and friend has departed this time in the person of Henderson Smith who died at his resident in Wexford last night. Mr. Smith was born in Trumbull County, Ohio in 1811. At the breaking out of the Civil War he was the first man to enlist from his county being then only 19 years old.
-- A bad runaway was caused today by the children yelling at a horse driven by a lady, as a schoolyard was passed. This is not the first instance of its kind as it is stated that another runaway was caused by the children's noise and also by throwing snowballs. Those in charge of these children should see that such a practice is stopped.
-- T. T. Reese, a resident at Old Mission, was a Traverse City caller last week, taking in the Institute. William Pratt, E. J. Brinkman, E. S. Waite and a number of others from that place also attended the meetings.
-- George Goodman gave a Flinch party to about 20 of his friends at Kewadin Saturday evening. Everyone reports a fine time and are looking forward to another such gathering.
-- Manson Spangler of Deshler, Ohio returned home this morning having purchased the Charles Irish farm in Elmwood township. About March 1, he will return with his family and take up his residence on his new farm.
-- A. J. Wilhelm has received the rubber coats for Hook and Ladder Company, No.1. The boys are much pleased with the coats, they being exactly what they wanted.
-- The first of the four day series of parties to be given by Mrs. A. F. Friedrich and Mrs. I. F. Perkett was given yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Friedrich. Six-handed euchre was played, there being nine tables. The first prize was won by Miss Clara Bates, the prize being a beautiful piece of hand painted china. Parmetto sandwiches, pecan nuts, candies and coffee were served.
-- Edward Antoine, a well-known farmer near of one mile south of Solon, was instantly killed last night while driving home. His sleigh overturned crushing the life out of him. Mr. Antoine went to Cedar yesterday to get a load of sawdust. He had two large boxes of sawdust on his sleight, together with some lumber. The road is piled high with snow and the sled got to one side and cut through, finally overturning and catching Mr. Antoine before he had a chance to escape.
-- Two suits for divorce were filed in Circuit Court today by Attorney A. F. Nerlinger, Jennie Oleson asking to be freed from the bonds that united her to Carl Oleson and Rose Cox, asking for freedom from Levi T. Cox. The first couple were married in 1888 and lived together until 1909. The Cox couple were married in 1907 and separated January 19, 1910. In both cases, cruelty is charged.
-- An entertainment with a moving picture and music show will be given at the Maccabee Hall next Tuesday night for the benefit of Luery Leiter, who had his left hand taken off in a corn shredder, the money to be used in buying him an artificial hand. All are invited, admission only 10 cents.
-- Advice on deportment. A gentleman never should scan a lady's dress or make insolent remarks about her in any way.
-- Medical advice of a century ago. Cleanliness of a nurse should extend not only to the body, but the clothes as well.
-- Best buy of the week. CONGRESS, The Best Playing Cards Made, 50 cents per pack at the City Book Store.
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