La Grande evening observer. (La Grande, Or.) 1904-1959, December 10, 1921, Image 2

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Newspaper Page TextFaGE two LA GRANDE EVENING ORSKliVBR Rnrurdnv, December in. 1921; Only 12 M0BEBAY5! To Do Your Christmas Shopping Wo oHVt suggestions il'-i' jidiil assortments in the following jstmns git Bath Robes Felt Slipped. Silk Hosiery Gl'oves Blouses Hand Bags tckwear idkerchiefs Petticoats Silk Underwear Boudloir Caps Suit Cases Hill's Dep't Store Peace Advocate From .Japan Tfe- 1 ' f ' Mil Mariun Irwin iH In Wushinxton fur t"u mms iuru-y as a imm lier of the oxecutlvp committee of tho Wonvn'a IVare Asociatlon hi Jupun. bhc l a dcucundant of Rcnjamln I'Tar.lilln. htr fMhcr belne a l'iilladt'liiliiim. whllu her muthci la Japanese 1 I ' i Reading and Tlilnklno.i Thos who liuvo ri-nd uf cvcrytlilnn Rro tlmuKlit to miJirMtnm! pvurythlnK. tno; but It la nut iiIwiivk ho. Ui'iid lug f urululieN the lulnil only with ma terials of Lnowlt'U;v; It Is thinking that innkus what In rend nur. Wo nre of the ruinliiutliiR kind, ami It la not enough to rruui oursclvua with a great Ircul of colluctlona; utiles we cln-w Ilium over Htalu they will not give lis utrungih and , iiourlshmeut. Jolin Icka, Is the Earth Drying Up? Whether the globe mi which we dwell Is uruil unlly drying up or not Ih ii fiiestlnti that hns been much debated, Decent discoveries In centrnl Asia, have been regarded by some nx favoring tin afllrmatlve answer, but others have replied that the observed phenomena are simply periodic changes. One au thorlty Vhamplons the aftirmatlve view on the ground that n Krcnt nninber nf ICuropcan lakes have certainty dlsnp peared w,lthlu the last years. NOW IS THE TIME TO BUILD wliile labor is plentiful jkI men need tlic work, nnd iHtnber is ren.sonnbln jn-ioc. Wo ov a . mVo . stookwif builders lumber and make (WNdoft IMne UAxes Our Specialty, Union Bos Co. F. .Tasmnnn, Manager, La Grande, Oregon Telephone, Black 781 Probably The Country club's his tory when written will show a few outstanding events denoting the times whea Grande society held forth there in events of extraordinary im portance. 1 huisday night was one of those events for it was a duncinfc party where harmony of the peonlv attending competed with harmony of tho excellent orchestra's music, ani the joyfulness registered higher and higher on the guage of happiness -i.s the evening advunred. Some of La Grande's most popular young people entertained, the personnel of the hosts and hostesses being Or. nnd Mrs. Lee Bouvey, Mr, and Mrs. W. II. Keuter, Mr. nnd Mrs. Chase Hohnenkamp, Mr. nnd Mrs. Herman Seigrist, and all of them know the art of entertaining in a most royal manner. The Country club was djcorntetl with cut flowers and the cheerful fire place bade awarm welcome to th'j guests as they arrived. The trip to the club house that even ing was a picture within itself for the winter moon Kent its shimmering rnys v.'os in progress and won for himself Well deserved praise. .lust before thefniilnight hour ex quisite refreshments' were served and during the eveniifg' he punch bowl was' mighty popular. It was omi o'clock in the mmiiing when the mer riment came to a close and the auto mobiles lined up Uj.-earry the happy people who participated in what was universally pronounced one of the veiy best social events back to the city. The P. E. O.'.SisJers met Friday, December 2nd, at the home of Mrs. fc. E. Kiddle at Island City. Mrs. Wayne Wade assisted the hostess in entertaining, a very delicious lunch eon being served. A great deal of work .was accomplished at this meet- 'ing and among the reports that were given was an account of the activities! of the Hospital Committees which are accomplishing much good.- Iht P. E. (). Sisters are -assisting the. Red Cross Association, and in the very mar fu- .through the. Qro. Pell canyon play-J uleT " . f..ll e.ressinrf' o. hi.rUL !llve ' " - apron, . the proceeds of anil tho waters of the Grande IHonde -river which, acts as a cheerful com panion to the highway almost t'he en tire distance to the club house. Thoughts of New Knglaud winters which will go to that organization.'! I hey are also selling a Jiffy Apron Spring Belt, something very new and which bids fair to be very popular. The proceeds from this will also ko to the Red Cross. The committee which ' ing. All Elkdom turned out and both tfie concert and dance were pronounc ed very fine. One of the most pleasant evening entertainments in the history of the Young Woman's Educational Auxil iary was given Tuesday evening at the home of Cora Hurding Scott on Adums avenue, with Mrs. Scott, Mr.-. Vera Wattenburg, Mrs.'Piaegcr and Miss Bertha Walainger as hostesses for the evening. An enlhusiastiv busi ness .meeting conducted by the presu dent, Mrs. Sherwood Williams, pre ceded the program. The president re ported the amount of s! turned over to the ;Red Qross Thrift Shop, the proceeds of a Candy sale conducte.l by the Auxiliary. Miss Bertha Wal- singer announced the study of poetry for the evening. An enthusiastic busi- review of some of our best poets ant, their favorite works; ending with a reading, "I Ain't A-Goin' to Cry No More." The following numbers were then given:-'Miss Nell Mahuffey read two of James Whitcomb Riley's poems, "Orphan Annie, and I wo Little Girls"; Miss Lida McGuiro sang "Dutch Lullaby,'' written ty Eugene Field, with music by DcCovan; Mr'. Aldrich accompanied her. A reading by Mrs. Thomas Wasinger, "An Or der for a Picture," by Alice Cnry, was followed by a tableau, in which Mrs. Vera Watenburg and little Sonny Wattenburg and Worth Epling took part. A musical monologue, "The Kour-lAaf Clover," by Mrs. Ella Hig- ginson, music by Combs, was read by Cora Harding Scott, accompanied on the piano by Miss Donna Smith an J Miss Ruth Ouiitley on the violin. pantomime, "The Children's Hour," by ixjngfellow, was taken part in by the Misses Brnnche Clark, Clema Shaw, Phyllis Dunn, 'Elizabeth Healey am! read by Mrs. Praeger. A whistling solo by Cora Harding Scott was the closing ' number .after which very unique and dainty refreshments were served by the hostesses. . Many people who didn't happen to see '"Jerry the Tramp," presented un der the auspices of the Ad Club last Monday evening, have opportuned the club to present the play again at some nearby date. The club officials and the actors have taken the matter un der advisement. - ' ' "The pros and cons of the 1025 fail tax" will be the theme for discussion by the Methodist Men's Club at their first regular meeting night from the year. The program Committee has a group of three .speakers" on each sidr; of the much-mooted1 question, toho hive given some time and attention, to the subjeot and a round-table dis cussion is to.folow. The social com mittee has1 unlimbered itself for the occasion and .there promises to be much of enjoyment and merit in the program. All members of the Meth odist congregations and their friends lare' invited to participate. '.The. ses sions will be held in the Met! s parlqr of the church. . . ... An inter-town social and theatrical evening of more than pnssing moment has been arranged for next Thursday evening. The Union Commercial Club has invited the theatrical department and the men's chorus from the Ad in .. .. .... .., Iinr the week-end with has a most pleasing personality, from r... .. . ... . -- the first number I-a Grande people were hers. She had them, and wne.i she rendered "Carry Me Back to O'd Virginia" an an encore selection the applause was not the kind which is a part of good society s training, oui u was that soul-stirring applause which only comes from hearts that are at tuned to that of the little singer. When she sang "The Last Rosa of Summer." 'her audience forgot the world and everything that is in it Adeline Pattl once electrified the na tion with that old selection and thi- little girl from the sunny southland is not only another Patti but she has some features that are more pleasinir and more delightful. And when she sang "(Mother .Much roe" it was plain to all tnat tne cul tivated and gifted human voice of a singer could lead armies of men m lattlej It was plain that her sweet tones could nurse the aching heart could relieve distress in almost any form. Yes, Virginia Rett is a wonderful singer. La Grande is ready to adopt her. Mr. McCoole at tho puino ac companied her perfectly. Women of i.Mooseheart Legion met at the home of Mrs. C. S. Shultz for the social meeting, Thursday after noon. The time was spent at needle work and many musical numbers. At the close of the afternoon Juncheo:i was served by the hostess. Thos present were: Mesdames Walter Ben nett, Jack Harlan, Marjone Collin'4, .1. Kline, Don Shanks, Frank Shanks Chas. Runyan, Fred Smith, II. Kling hammer, Roy Smith, Laura Crandal, D. Brannon, Clara Berger, A. N. May- ville, WiU Crandall, Mrs. Hull and Mrs. Bonham of Perry, D. Charbon eau, Mrs. Wilcox and the hostess. Mrs. II. S. Coleman and daughter, Alza, and son, 'Harry, who have been visiting in Eugene, have returned to their home in Joseph, after a short ' stay in Ija Grande, where they vis-. ited with Mrs. Coleman s daughter, Mrs. Culvin Nelson. . i Ralph E. Fowler and wife nf Pen-' and Mrm Fowler are on their way to Kansas to visit with Ralphs rntner over the holidays. F.int-bindinir which resulted In wo- men having feet so small as to be practically useless, has been discontin ued in enlightened China SPECIAL INVITATION Richardson. "The Art Mnn." In vites vou to visit the Hani Art and dirt Shop and to see the beau tiful, display of Christinas Cards and tSjftrt. Ho showing this season a roinplellne of all the latest anil newest tilugs in Pottery. Haiiifv'uhilert China ( in. aiW Kiciieu iiiiisb llaskelrl OmdlcstlWcs and Candles Art. MlrnnV Lamps ados Suing ami Slaml Framed . Ill llllllllll PIctlllOK Diiinerwiint anil Pyrev. And many other objects of art. ,Ho will develop, print, copy, en-' large, tint, and frame your pic tures, and do it right now, '. SHERRY'S SUNDAY andi MONDAY filled the -mind for the air was sharp U." u TT1 Z nn,l ivi ihnf im.iftriliinp has chaw of thw port of the business and crisp giving that invigorution vhich nets us a tonic to those pit a Buro ncekeiH who usHrmbled at niti" A oVIotk to partii'ipate in what prove! is headed by Mrs. ch:l!;s Club of La 'Grande to present their popular program in connection with "Jerry the Tranip," at Union, next iThursdav evening. Following the Jra- A very pleasant surprise was con-.tnatic efforts, there will he an hour of t be unquestionably one of I.a tributoc! to the Catholic Hectory and dancing at the Union hotel, followed rather Luestr hist Wednesday by the, by a luncheon at the hotel at which Indies of the Church of Our Lady of i will be present the performers in both the Valley. Whilst the. pastor was (lht chorus and the play and their lady attending to several visits in the city,and gentlemen frienls, and a delega- nbout forty ladies assembled at the Lion of nun and women from the Un (Irnndc'r! most thoroughly delightful dancing parties. 'About Fcventy-five couples enjoyed the hospitality of those entertaining t.n,r ...if n tliin.r u Inft umlona . pioniote the comfort and happiness ()f j Rectory, each bringing with her choice every guest preserved fruits and staple articles ,, , ' .' . LWhcn he returned about three o'clock " , rhf ''""''"If program consisted of!he was with this handsome the late well chosen selections and , ,,,,., r ,,,, ,,,. f., ,u.. complimentary remarks -were contin- Th ,..,. , . .,." ion , ,n,i ion Commercial Club. The evening should be a delightful occasion for alt concerned. ' Virginia Rca's name will remain firmly fixed in the minds of La uully heard regarding the orchestra. v: : M .,-..;..i.. rn- it; .t!r-..nn.in n..ni.. r. i..ui t-iL jother expressions of generosity andjwon the hearts of everyone who at- Practical Gift Suggestions For a Man isang oiinng me evening wnilemo . v.Uv m) thp ()f ,h(1 ,e ot ,or(le,,, the musical vcnt nt thp L. n thechurch and La Grande and assured S. tabernacle. She sang for us all, anil them that he would make every effort I she won her auditors in a way that to prove his grulitudc in a practical jthey will cling to her. Virginia Rea is manner with increased zeal anil en- one of the leading singers of the world ergy in his duties. The ladies also today. She is a coloratura of wonder- brought their own refreshments and.ful merit, and along with her God- given voice of superb excellence, she I) HIV ti.li-k Mid rcasnii- S. ."ill's. LEATHER- GOODS "Military ,nisli sets in leather .;is, lil.wk, !:!.li.VW:l().r)it. tillnr Jiii.'fs, in lilk nnd brown, moire lined, $2.00 to $?,:2i. Hill H-lds mid Iii-M(','ilf, lnonii'co iiiid seal, 7c tn .".IH). Sniiikin Stands, a lionS-i'Mml'inl forxA'lu nmii. -Ml new styh '"le I'M.-es, .fii.'J.'i, .').( Krrv:,.r() and ty.OO. ( 'ijjars .t.-ked l'J's, 'J.Vs, ; Autmimti.. mid Plain KisliinjrSv.'t'l, s .;"() $J0. Lxtetnsinn Siiavinj Mirror, l;i i-S-S-i :ih Airnns, can be adjusted at am Rle to ,;:iit tlic li'lit. I'riciMlXt Shaving Sland, witl) adjustable mirrVs, bofli K creaily Klaslili-lit, the 'handiest pt't fiirt'ty -Kaors, sfl.00 to .fT.fiO. ; Kaz'ir Straps and Saety Iv.izor Blade Sharpciior, $1.(H) ho $."..00. S'lnvinr I'.iusIk, p.nuine liad'r hair, set in rubber and piaraufeed, al tJie Vbiini vliito and bla-'k bristle, ruldierst't, 7."e to $.".( 10. Waternian Hoimtain Veils, both nLiin and roM iiioiiiiKmI. all .-irvlcs to s, l,' from, :2.r.O to $10.00. EverJliarj) Pencils, plain steiiinn and jrold. .0c to $i;.00. l'o'- ana Hie iijj 7.V t.. $:;.l'-"). ' ,1 l I. Plltman, s Drug Store The Rex&ll Store enjoyed a pleas;uit afternoon. A communication was also received, g al this same time, from the Knights of Columhu stating that Santa Clau1 would viMt the children snortly before Christmas with his Christnmn tree, 'cnr.dies anil other dainties. Mrs. F. I'ike and Mrs. H. Mclnnis were selec ted to make the necessnry arrange 'mentR for the entertainment of the i hildren. ; Thp next meeting of the Altar Soci ety will bo Wednesday, Dec. 14, nt the nsidonco of .Mrs. lM. II. Allei, 1 T 01 Sixth Stieet, . The Wednrsduy Itridge eluh was en tertaiiud Wi'lrudny evening by Mr. and Mrs. F. I Lilly and Mr. snd Mrs. 1'ruce iVnnis, at the lennis home on . avenue. As it was the first meet ing of both ladieH and gentlemen who belong to tin club this winter the oiTanion carried much interest. Bridge occupied the evening and the bid play ers who had Uteri apart for many n-onths po!ihrd ui the memory s) that after he fir-t few hands biddini: went back to high mark as of old. Cicorge T, Cochran' held the high score for the gt-ntleTflen and Mrs. Kav Logan was slightly in the lend among the ladies when the score cards were collected and thr 'prizes awarded. Refreshments were served and th" remainder of the evening was given over to visiting and discussing events nf the day. Again the Flks oeul committee cored, and b train that committee tdi.crd tho F.Ik- in the limelight when Wedncdny ivinir.g the llallowell Concert company, an aggregation of musician w ho iit this section of the northwe-t about once a year, gav !i toncert in the Klks home and follow ed the conceit with three hours danc. Read TheseABCRules About Batteries Adjustment and oiling make your bearings last longer proper inflation and cacful driving make your tires last longer gleaning makes your spark plugs serVe longer and better. It is worth rcmknbering that there are rules just as simjv for making your battery last longer ad serve nWe faithfully. Here are tbVe ru1esn ABC form:. 1 Put In Water VguUrty kryl keep up the charge. I V 1 Come bi every t wWeeks f-Vbatterr mrCrc' 3 And wrtm ytiurprWmt buiitrjr wwir out, buy WUlard Trufil Rlber Bttrry the only battpry h Teadcd Rubber ntuuuoa Detweea u There is only one-ttittery good enough foe us to back hy lur unquali fied recommendation rhatj the WU lard Threaded Rubber Bat try. Come in and we'll show you book records it baa made right here. LA GRANDE BATTER STATION Willard Batteries A. L. Crossman Home Made amaies i AT Putman's Drug Store , , . STOP! And remember tilie dash and beauty yim'v'e nl avuvs found in t'lie gor'us pietinw of Cecil B. Do Mille. 2?v.see the latest and far (idle greatest lie ever "made! "WitJh ih.' folllivwino; icerless cast of jilipular ilayers: ,WALLA(.'E liETT) ; . . . (iLOIUA SWAXSON" KLlVlO'lYr DKXTKIl PEBEnANIlL " M()NTI-: BLUK WAX DA HAWLEY THVODOIiK KOItKRTS ' AAJXPi AY RES 'RlIEODOlfE KOSTiOFJi1 VPOLLY JIOb'AX RAYMOND IIATTOX .ll'LTA PA YE Presents ,B. DE MILLE'S 5Quction mt Picture "THE AFFAIRS OF ANAT0L" ALSO SHOWING V0D A-VIL MOVIES Adults 50c; Children, 5 to 10, 10c Pikvs Include War Tax A A Paramo Jesse L. Lasky CECII REPORT S "P.vhl I'ami IXSl A K'-npl Y s ii way i a x'AXT. k)v A -7y STom- ,, j, II; ata slil Oyer Y SELL urned" Visit, ellinji ."00.00 niture None. irtfe loss lirevenlable lilt cost. our Policies. PROTECTION LA GRANDE INVESTMENT COMPANY lieliablo A-'ents fur Reliable Insiii-.ni.-,. . m,..ni3 1113 'Adanis Ave. l'l,ne Main 7.V Check i " WHO SAYS HIGH COST OF LIVING? Trade Willi The ECONOMY GROCERY and MEAT MARKET And -Uio Uisli Prices will v,t w.htv yon Free Delivery 902 C. Avenue Phone B.128i S. J. Anson & Son, Props.