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6 Ths News-Review, Roseburg, Ore.Frl., Dee. 2, 1949 Society and Gluil By LOTUS KNICHT PORTER and BETTY ALLEN NOTICE Social items submitted by tele phone (or the society page must be turned In before 12 o'clock Monday through Thursday and by 10 a. m. Friday at which time the social calendar and Sat urday's society page are closed weekly. ROSEBURG WOMAN'S CLUB TO 8END CHRISTMAS BOX TO STATE HOSPITAL Members and friends attend ing the Roseburg Woman's club meeting at one-tnirty o ciock next Tuesday at the Methodist church parlors are asked to bring inex pensive gifts, wrapped and mark ed as to it being for a man or woman, and to be packed by the club for the patients at the state hospital in Salem. The sending of this Christmas box of gifts to the state hospital is an annual project of the club. All types of toilet articles, soaps, combs, hair ribbons and clips, candies and all types of games are needed. Mrs. J. M. Boyles, president, will conduct the meeting. A play, depicting the history of the club, will be presented by Miss Alice Ueland, at which time special music will be presented. A tea will follow the program. FOOD SALE December 3rd, from a. m. to a p. m., at Jeck FerlM', 130 N. Jackeon St Dlltrlol No. 11, Orton Stele Nuriee' Aiioolellon MRS. GRAEF HONORED BV CHURCH GIHLD The Ladies of the Missionary Guild of St. Johns Lutnern church of Sutherlin held a sur prise birthday party for Mrs. Richard Gracf at her home on East Everett street Sunday af ternoon. Several games were played, pictures taken, and refreshments served. Those enjoying the afternoon were Mrs. Keitn Diest, Mrs. Edna Lewis. Mrs. Laverne Mur phy, Mrs. Menno Miller and daughter, Roxy., Mrs. Henry Bullman, Mrs. Alma Anderson, Mrs. Walter Becker, Mrs. Mary Llnnqulst, Mrs. Tony Golden, Mrs. Carl Miller, Mrs. William Anderson, and Mrs. Arthur fatalf rude. REV. W.'A. M'aeARTHUR TO 8PEAK AT FULLERTON P.-T.A. ON MONDAY Of especial interest at the Christmas season will be a talk by the Rev. Walter MacArthur on the topic, the cnurcn ana Your Child," Monday night, Dec. 5th, 7:30, at the Fullerton P.-T.A. meeting. Also on the program is Mrs. Richard Crenshaw who will sing several Christmas songs. Immediately after the business meeting, a 'Country Auction' will be held for the entertainment of the P.-T.A. mothers, while the men hold a short meeting on the possibilities oi iorming a duller ton "Dad's Club." Hostesses for the evening will be the Executive Committee. Plum pudding and coffee will be served. nJoceYe' proudly presents THE BIRD OF PARADISE Chocolat creams in a galaxy of flavors... cordial cher ries, chocolate-enriched Brazils, Filberts... you'll find them all In this "darling" of Soclete "Sweet Variety S howl".. .Now $1.50 a pound-Ready for ' your enjoyment! 'Wit? OCI1TI CHOCOIAT CRIATIONf Bluebirds In Douglas county enjoyed a skating party at the Rolletta rink Friday' afternoon with 125 attending. The girls skat ed from one until 4 p.m. Lead ers in attendance were Mrs. Bet te Leach, Mrs. Louise Miller and Mrs. Kay Gamble. MATTHEWS FAMILY HOLDS REUNION ON THANKSGIVING DAY The Matthews family enjoyed a reunion and dinner Thanksgiv ing day at the Melrose grange hall. Visiting was enjoyed and turkey dinner was served to the following: Mr. and Mrs. O. O. Matthews and daughter Miss Ruby Mat. thews, Mr. and Mrs. Si Simmons, son, Michael and daughter, fetter on: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mat thews and Virginia; Marshall and Douglas: Mr. and Mrs. lar- ry Kenworth, Sandra and Kay Ken worth; Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Matthews, and son Clark; Mr. and Mrs. Rov Becker and Anita, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Matthews and son. Michael of H4vward. Calif.; and twin dauehtes, Denlece and Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Maunews Bernlce of lone. Ore.; Mr. and Mrs. Archie Busetell of Coquille; Mr. and Mrs. red Matthews ana daughters, Mary Lue and Patty of camas vaney. PINK AND BLUE SHOWER IS CHARMING AFFAIR OF NOV. 25TH Mrs. Ed Hughes and Mrs. Vic tor Kelly entertained at a charm ing pink and blue shower party at the former's home the eve ning of Nov. 25th in compliment to Mrs. Jack Calkins and Mrs. Bert Youne. Yellow chrysanthe mums formed the attractive decorations. Lovelv eifts were presented to Mrs. Young and Mrs. Calkins from the latter's daughter, Shar on, Joe; Mrs. C. B. Calkins, Mrs. E. G. Cloake, Mrs. Kenneth Cloake, Mrs. Carl Scheleen, Mrs. Earl Wiley Sr., Mrs. Dow Keasey Jr.. Mrs. Curtis Calkins, Mrs. C. S. Briggs, Miss Queta Rae Digby and the hostesses, Mrs. HUgnes and Mrs. Kelly Following a social hour oi games, lovely refreshments were served by the hostesses. PAST MATRONS CLUB TO HOLD CHRISTMAS PARTY MONDAY NIGHT The Past Matrons club of Rose burg chapter of Eastern Star will meet at a seven-thirty o'clock dessert-supper Monday night at the home of Mrs. Carl E. Wlm- berly, 621 East Lane street, with Mrs. James Howe. Miss Mar garet Page and Mrs. Ashman, hostesses. Those attending are asked to bring Christmas gifts, not to exceed SI Jn price, to ex change at the annual holiday par ty following the dessert-supper. Members and visiting Past Ma trons are invited. SPECIALS FOR SATURDAY, DEC. 3RD WEST PEAK APRICOTS No. 214 Cans 19c WADCO Tomatoes No. 2 ',4 Cans 19c SUNSHINE KRISPY CRACKERS 2-lb. boxes 43c TENDER LEAF TEA W-lb. Packages 49c LYNDEN Noodles and Turkey l lb iar 27c DENNISON'S Pork and Beans TallCan' 10c SIERRA TISSUE 4 rolls 25c BEST FOODS MAYONNAISE Pts. 39c QUALITY MEATS FANCY 3eef Roasts, lb. 49c CHOICE Veal Roosts, lb. 45c PICNIC SHORT SHANK HAMS, lb. 39c FANCY Veal Lorn Steaks, lb. 69c FRESH FRUITS and VEGETABLES Local 2 Bunches Carrots . 15c Mustard 2 Bunches Greens. . . 19c 2 Lbt. Parsnips. .19c Spits 3 Lbt. Apples . . .19c SHOWER HONORS MRS. CHARLES MOORE AT SUTHERLIN HOMES Tuesday evening, November 15th, was the event of a pink and blue shower given In the honor of Mrs. Charles Moore at the Recreation Hall of the Sutherlin Homes, given by Mrs. Marge Packer, Mrs. Virginia Stacey and Mrs. Wallie Amorde. The room was in the traditional colors of pink and blue. Hunco w? piyj aunn; tr.fi evening. The gifts were opened by the guests of honor, Mrs. Moore, as. slsted by her mother, Mrs. Gula uroweii. Ketresnments were ser ved buffett style and card talbes were set for the guests with small lavors at each place. Those attending were: Mrs. Gula crowell, Mrs. Kay Sim- mom, Mrs. Mae Willis, Mrs. Jennie Amorde, Mrs. Louise McCulough, Mrs. Alta Ouster- howl, Mrs. Juanita Abbott, Mrs. Helen Curry, Mrs. June Geauff, Mrs. Juanita Holgate, Mrs. Ethel Wattman, Mrs. Rugth Manning, Mrs. Ida Webber, Mrs. Dorothy Longbrake, Mrs. Viva E n g e I, Mrs. Ily, Mrs. Jean Whelchel, Cynthia Magill, Mrs. Rub" norey, Mrs. Dolly parks. Mm, Beatrice Beamer, Mrs. Mae Mead guest of honor, Mrs. Kay Moore and the hostesses, Mrs, Virginia Stacey, Mrs. Marge facker and Mrs. Wallie Amorde. Those sending gifts, who were unable to attend were: Mrs. Maggie Francis, Mrs. Pat Rice, Mrs. Dot Rose, Mrs. Faith Thompson, Mrs. Gladyce Adams, Mrs. Vivian Nicoson, Mrs. Mary Longton, Mrs. Marjorie Miles ana uva sirain. ERNEST VROMAN IS HONORED AT BIRTHDAY SURPRISE PARTY Ernest Vroman was honored at a birthday surprise party at his home at 746 Short street Tuesday evening, Nov. 29, by his friends and tenants. Those present to honor Mr. Vroman were: Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Carver, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hlldebrant, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Chevrown, Mrs. Lucille Bagley and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Edmond. A pleasant social hour was en joyed and lovely refreshments were served by Mrs. Jack Ed mond and Mrs. Lucille Bagley, who acted as hostesses for the evening. COUNTRY CLUB ANNUAL TROPHY DINNER TO BE EVENT OF SATURDAY Roseburg country club will hold its annual trophy dinner at six-thirty o'clock Saturday night, Dec. 3, at the clubhouse, at which time golf trophies will be present ed to both men and women win ners during the last year. Reser vations may be made bv calling Quine and Company or Lee Shar- man at tne clubhouse. RIVERSIDE P'.-T.A. TO MEET ON MONDAY Riverside P.-T. A. will meet at eight o'clock Monday evening at the schoolhouse with Superin tendent Paul S. Elliott on the program with four parents ask ing questions on "Finances and Growth of District No. 4." Other parents will be given an oppor tunity to ask questions. The Phy sical Educational classes will present square dances and re freshments will be served by the second grade room mothers. WILBUR LADIES FORM KNITTING CLUB A knitting club Is beinff form ed by the ladies of Wilbur and la neaaed by Mrs. Olive Blondell. The first meeting was held last Tuesday at the Blondell home. Attending were Mrs. Hazel Morley, Alene Thomas, Dorothy Moffit, Morrit, Elsie Broszlo, Lil lian Short, Violet . Sands, Marie Torgenson, Ora Antonne and Eva Lockmond. Refreshments were served by the hostess. Anyone Interested in knitting is invited. RECREATON CLUB SPONSORS PARTY The Wilbur Recreational eluh sponsored a Thanksgiving party hi ine ciuo nan last Wednesday. A large turkey and chicken were awarded as prizes. Dancing and cards were enjoyed and later re freshments were served. The mu sic was in charge of the Teen Age Club. j Mary Lee Rust Fine Example Of 4-H Activity teewV it j&JlX Mary Lee Rust, 18, above, of Azalea is a shining example of a person who has made the best of what she had with which to work, according to County 4-H Club Agent Frank von Borstel. Mary has been attending the National 4-H Club Congress in Chicago. The congress was ter minated Wednesday. She was one of four outstanding 4-H workers selected to represent Oregon In the all-expense paid trip. A graduate of Glendale high school and currently a freshman in journalism at the University of Oregon, Mary lives on a farm in an isolated area far up Cow Creek beyond Azalea. Although she has attended 4.H summer school at Oregon State college, Corvallis, and has made several trips to the state fair, her enrollment at the.University and ner trip to Chicago have given her the first real opportunity to get away from the farm. Long Interested in 4-H work. her records show she has pro duced livestock and farm crops valued at nearly $3,000. She has raised l.zw chickens, in head of sheep, farmed an approximate tnree acres oi iana, canned over 200 quarts of fruit, has made 16 garments ana nas served zmi meals. She has participated in 33 4-H projects. She has taken part in aouar dinners twice at the state fair and placed second both times. Among her other accomplish ments she states she has driven a tractor 11 years. In high school she worked on the school paper and annual, and was correspond ent for the Myrtle Creek Mail newspaper. A letter contained in her achievement record book states: "Clothing is a wonderful project to take. You can decorate your bedroom to suit yourself If you Little sister will adore these oolorlng cards that oan be used over and over again. COLOR m RE-COLOI CARDS Milled Rental Library Downstairs Store When You Give OMEGA You're Always Right & It Pays To V Gifts of a lifetime for people of critical taste... the great walch of all time, Omega. Shown here: A. Man's handsome wrist watch, smart modern oblong case. 14K gold,1 B. Exceptional value in a lady's 17-jewel wrist watch, exquisite semi-square de sign, 14K gold, Buy From Where Your Dollar Has More Cents D. OF U. V. PLANS POTLUCK DINNER FOR NEXT MONDAY EVENING Florence Nightingale Tent No. 15, D. of U. V. of the Civil War met Friday night at the K. of P. hall, at which time Mrs. Edith Gardner was initiated. Plans were completed for a potluck dinner to be held Mon day night, Dec. 5, at the home of Mrs. Laverne Nickens on Balff street. Each member is to pav fni i'nt nntlnlc ennner and is to bring a tea table for the evening bazaar to raise money for the organization. INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS ANNOUNCED All newly elected officers of Subordinate Granges for the coming year are requested to be at the Riversdale Grange hall Saturday evening, Dec. 3, at eight o'clock for installation. Grange women are asked to bring sandwiches or cookies. NAVY MOTHERS CLUB TO MEET AT POTLUCK DINNER MONDAY NIGHT The Naw Mnthpre eluh lulll hold its annual potluck dinner munaay nignt at the home of Mrs. R. E. Crawford, 426 S. Main street, at six-thirty o'clock. Mem bers and those eligible to mem bership are Invited. sew, and you can do It much cheaper, too. "I have taken sewlngor seven years. I hve not taken It Just be cause I wanted something to do. I have taken it because I liked it. It is so much fun to make a dress, decorate your bedroom, or make new curtains for the living room. To do these things gives one pride In one's self, and that is something I think we all need more of." Mary began sewing at the age of nine years in the third grade. "We had so much fun making floor cushions and lunch cioths. We did most of the work at school and everyone enjoyed it. When spring achievement day came my sister and I took our exhib its. The achievement day was held at Canyonville. After a pro gram, Mr. Britton, our teacher gave us our prizes. I only got a white ribbon and 20 cents, but the 20 cents was what did it. Here I am seven years later, still tak ing sewing, not sewine one. but sewing four. "Three times I have won championships on my sewing project, and it has gone to the state fair. Twice I have won free trips to the state fair on my sew ing, and I have gone there to model it. The Oreeon State Fair is a wonderful experience for anyone, because you get to see what everyone else is doing. "There is one big thing I have lerned from 4-H, and I think, it would be nice if everyone else could learn it too. A quitter never wins, and a winner never quits." SENIOR CLAS8 CARNIVAL TO BE EVENT OF TONIGHT All preparations have been completed for the Senior class carnival, "Under the Big Top," to be held tonight at 7 o'clock nt tho armorv. The public is in vited to enjoy the affair. Candidates for queen Include Jackie Sutton, Ernestine Wallen, rimna RfiUin Glonna StlP Gill. Bonnie Bellows and Joan Bios- ser. Announcement oi tne queen will be made during the carnival. FRIDAY SOCIETY O.8.C. MOTHERS CLUB -TO MEET ON MONDAY The Oregon State College Mothers club will meet Monday afternoon at two o'clock at the home of Mrs. Horace C. Berg in Laurelwood with Mrs. G. V. Wimberly, co-hostess. An auction will be held to raise money for the students loan fund. All pres ent and past members of the club are invited. DENNIS MILLS HOLD THANKSGIVING DINNER Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mills of Brockway entertained at dinner on Thanksgiving. Present were Mr. and Mrs. Howard Harden brook and children; Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Miller of Alameda, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. Dell Reir sal of Tenmile; Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Mills of Brockway, Miss Nona Howard and Bill Cook, both of Tenmile. EXECUTIVE BOARD TO MEET AT LUNCHEON The officers, board of direct ors, clubhouse board and com. mittee chairmen of the Roseburg Woman's club are requested to attend a .twelve o'clock sack luncheon and meeting Tuesday, Dec. 6, in the Methodist church kitchen. Mrs. J. M. Boyles, pres ident, will be in charge of the meeting. DILLARD SUPPER PLANNED The Dillard Woman's Society of Christian Service is planning a potluck supper and family "get together" Friday night, Dec. 9, . at 6 p.m. in the Church annex. The ladies are to invite their families. mrt Pre HI Balloons cwiay Tomorrow, Saturday 1-4 P. M. Tipton-Permin Insurance Next to Poet Office MAIL YOUR WISH Send it in the form of a card! Select your greeting from our wide group of brightly-hued, , personalized cards. This Week's GIFT SUGGESTION Sheaffer Pens Singles, Ensembles, Threesomes and Desk Sets in a complete price range. Phillip's Office Supply Across from The Indian Theatre 124 S. Jackson Phone 849 foilshfftuJ ' Iturf i Here, you lucky people, are some special prices on Zeiss Ikon and Ikonta eamerae at CLARK'S STUDIO, 10S S. Jackson. They are In perfect condition, but have been handled and are Just slightly shopworn. Several projectors have been reduced In price, too, Including a 16 mm. sound projector made by Movlemlte, a Revere 8 mm. and a Keystone 8 mm. They've been out on rental a very few times, but have been thoroughly checked and are good as new ones. Numerous small Items are on sale at low. er prices. We took special note of a battery il luminator for the Viewmaster viewer. It clips on the viewer and gives the necessary light for looking at color slides even in the dark. Go in this week and see It for yourself this stream lined version of the stereoscope. Where can you get handmade items for Christmas gifting? Why, at the CLOVER EX CHANGE, on Melrose road, just beyond Fair haven. There you will find daintily embroidered pillow slips, table linens, and dozens of other handmade things to please the most discrim inating. One pair of pillow slips we took note of are eyelet and satin embroidered with a chrysanthemum design in all white. Wouldn't that be lovely for a winter bride's shower? An , other pair has a knitted lace edge. It's all-white, too, in a flower petal design with leaf scallops along the edge. A 5-piece luncheon set with 40" square cloth and matching napkins embroidered in bright colors, with crocheted scalloped edge. Want to give something really superb? Then give this cutwork dinner cloth in a full 72"x54" size with eight matching napkins. The design is "Wild Rose." Make this a record Christmas for the little folks, with Victor Kiddle rec ords from MILLER'S RADIO RECORD SHOP. The "Little Nipper" series has albums of records with pictures and stories for most of them. In stand ard and 4b r. p. m. albums, you'll find "Peter and the Wolf," "The Llttl Engine That Could," and "Pecos Bill" with Roy Rogers. Can't you just tee your kiddies' delight with any of these? Let them handle these records themselves they're unbreakable. There's a story be hind the "Little Nipper" title. Mr. Bushey tells us: Nipper is the Victor Dog, who listens beside the loudspeaker on the Victor trade mark. "Little Nipper" Is the doggie on the trademark for children's records. Go down to Miller's Radio Record Shop this week and se lect several albums for the youngsters on your gift list. Elgin American Is getting in the act, too, with handmade pearls In one, two and three strands. See them now at ASHCRAFT'S, 106 S. Jackson. Elgin searched the world for the finest pearls created by man. They found them on the island of Majorca, in the blue Mediterranean. They are made into the most carefully graduated pearl necklaces you'll ever see, with silver clasps that are precision perfect and distinctive in design. They are sold with their, own satin lined jewel box, made of jewelers bronze. Here are exquisite lingerie gifts, at LU VERNE'S, 124 N. Jackson. Mojud panties come in dainty pastel blue, pink, white, green, orchid, or yellow, gaily trimmed with ribbon or lace. But for a romantic Miss or Mrs., your most pleasing gift will be a nightie of nylon jersey. Just look at them and you'll know why. In pink or white, with tiny puff sleeves for wearing off. the-shoulder, they have the frothy look of frozen custard. So sheer, they'll look like nothing at all or at most like tinted cellophane! Priced so low that yeu should be able to give her two. In a hurry, like all the rest of us are these davs? Rushing madly all over town to get your Christmas- snopping aoner or rcers sake, do take time out for a I refreshing, old-fashioned chocolate malt at the. ICE ' CREAMERY. Anytime from 11 to 3 Vou can Bet a toast. ed or grilled sandwich to go with it, for a lunch that will pep you up when I you're tired. For dessert, why not a hot fudge sundae, or a strawberry sun- I Idae made with fresh strawberries? Pineapple sundaes topped with nuts are delish, either for lunch or for after-show snacks. Who gets the free I lunch at the Ice Creamery, this week? Well, now, Santa whispers the I I name, Mary Cox. So if she will clip this coupon out of Window Shopping and show it to Mr. McDonald any day next week, she can order anything I she wants for lunch, on the house. P. S. Order a banana split, Mary. It's . made with three scoops of ice cream and three different sauces, served on j a split banana and the whole thing simply covered with whipped cream. j 'Smatter, don't you sleep well at nlghtT May be what we both need Is a Playtex Superfoam pillow from JOSSE'S .Drapery Department. They promise the best sleep you've ever had, because they retain their shape always and don't lump under your head. Covered with white muslin or satin In rose, blue or pastel green with corded edges to match, they are Interlined with cotton and are I size that fits any pillow ease. They are 100 allergy-free, and dust proof, mothproof, mlldewproof. Better pick up a pair of them right now, don't you thinkf LESTER'S GIFT SHOP has the answer to the card table problem. Who of us hasn't cussed the quilted cover that shrank when cleaned? Who of us hasn't deplored the stains and holes that develop in spite of our best care? Now we can Have two card table covers in one, made of Velon plastic in two colors and quilted. Grippers fasten it at the corners for quick reversing. It looks and feels like satin, but is alcohol and stain proof and flame resistant It won't chip, crease, peel, or crack, and is easy to clean just wipe with a damp cloth. Lester's has any number of laugh Items, too, for gay and care free hostessing. There is a 10c grab bag at Les' this week, full of novelties that make clever party prizes or favors. Just dip In your fist and see if you don't get something you can use or give away. OPEN EVENINGS AND SUNDAYS