The Waterloo Paper January 11, 1915 Surprise Party One of the social events of the Holidays was the surprise birthday party at the homes of Edmund Hoffmann of Burksville. Edmund is Secretary and Treasurer of the Young Men’s Social Club and the members called at his home to spend the evening with him. The Hoffmann Orchestra played some of the latest selections, and the evening was enjoyed by all. The members were treated to a supper at midnight, and liquid refreshments were served in abundance to all present.