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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 21, 1900)
1$ THE SUNDAY OREGON! AN, PQHTLANB, JAlSrUAKY 21, 1900; tte "n ' : -- Stern Resolve. Returning home at close of day. Who gently chides my long delay, Jtod by my Bide deUgbts to stay? "iCobody! "Who eets for me the easy-chair, . Spreads out the papers with such care, And lays my sllppejs ready there? ' Nobody! When plunged In, deep and dire distress, "When axlous cares ray heart oppress, "Olio whispers hopes of happiness? i Nobody! TThen sickness comes and sorrow twain, .And grief dtetracte my fevered brain, Wh sympathises with my pain? Nobody! Hvt Tm resolved, so help me fate, 5e change at onoe my single state, .fit Hymeafs altar I will mate Somebody! Thomsonvllle Enterprise. SOCIETY IN GAY ATTIRE 'JFuijns Out In Force for the Third of the Assembly Dances Other Brents of the Week. The third of the Assembly dances -was given at Parsons hall, on Friday evening last. The hall presented a pretty spectacle of .sylvan scenes, with Its artistically ar Tangefi flecorations of evergreens, fresh frm the forest, and the pleasing effect was enhanced by the beauty of Portland's fairest society women. On either side of the hall were arranged tete-a-tete bowers of soft woodland greens. Illuminated by Japanese lanterns of delicately tinted hues and shades. At the upper end of the room -was stationed the orchestra, behind a "beautiful and glittering spiderweb, inter "woven with tropical palms and plants. -To the right of the orchestra was a- large re treat, constructed of seasonable boughs and ferns, artlsticaiy placed, anu'in which punch and light refreshments were served between dances. Shortly after. ''anidnlght . J&J&1&zfi- rnastas servedMfcvl-ar t t I w W WSljbMtis? oecbraYedwlth ajretPpottfed' , - . .plants. 'The patronesses of the. occas on were: Mrs. George Good and MrsT Walter J. Burns, who welcomed the guests In. a most charming manner. The toilets of the jaaies were noticeable for beauty and ele gance. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. J. "Wesley Ladd,, Mr. and Mrs. John Kollock, Mr. and Mtsl'C. E. Chenery. Mr. and Mrs. J. R, McCraken, Mr. and Mrs. Morton Insiey, Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Mears, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Hopkins, Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Paxton, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Catlin. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Alvord, Mrs. William keene, Mrs. Henry McCraken, Mrs. Don ald Mackay. Mrs. C. E. Sitton. Mrs. James Reed, the Misses Heltehu, Alice Heitshu, Carrie Flanders, M Louise Flanders. Elsie Palling, Rhoda Falling, Laurie King,. Prances Lewis, Maud Ainsworth, Belle Ainsworth, Inez Barrett, M'liss McCraken, Henrietta Eliot, Grace Eliot, Mary Tal- lant, Camilla Dosch, Nellie Williams. Sit ton, Carrie Gilbert, G. Innis, Thompson, Brentz, Olga von Dcstinon, Blanche Cat lin, Helen Eastham .and Reed; Messrs. H. B. Tronson, William H. Warrens, William H. Blake, J. C. Ainsworth, Bertram Mac kay, Harry McCraken, Frank Dekum, George P. Dakum, Ralph BIsbee, Jordan Zan. Prank Freeman, John A. Shepard, - W. G. Wheelwright, Carl Spuhn, David G Lewis, D. Pi Futcher, Arno Dosch, Lewis Woodward, Lynn Baker, Samuel Kerr, John Latta, C C. Lawrence, R. R. Reld, Jr., Thomas Strong, Judge -Gilbert, Lieu tenant P. N. Olmstead, U. S. N.; Dr. R. H. Kfunn, Dr. Walker, of Astoria; Lieu tenant Charles Cairns. U. S. R. S.: Dr. H. C Jefferds and Captain von Egglof etein. DETC2D HIS YOUXG FRIEXDS. Sir. Peter McCraken Entertains at the Koine of His Parents. Mc. Peter McCraken entertained'a num ber of his young friends at dinner Wednesday evening at the home of his parents. Co'ers were laid for 12. The round table was elaborately decorated with variegated carnations and maiden hair fern, while from the centerpiece long streamers of green satin ribbon reached to the candelabra, from -which a subdued light was thrown by dainty pink shades. The name cards were pen and ink copies of Stanislaw's "national girls," executed by the young host Those present were: Messrs. Frank ,Dekum, Eugene White, W. P. Beebe, Chester E. Sewell, H. S. McCraken,. L. V. Woodward, P. J. "Vial, Clarence Sewell, R. G. McCraken, Albert Smith and Irving Rohr. Pleasant Birthday Party. Tuesday evening a small but genial co terie of Miss Connolly's friends met at her mother's residence, 121 Tenth street, to extend birthday greetings, accompanied by numerous gifts, which Miss Connolly gracefully acknowledged. VThe popular games of "Hearts" and "High Five" were -played by some, while others gathered about the piano, enjoying the latest popu lar music. Later, a delicious supper was served. Mss Connolly had been Invited out for the afternoon, and remained with friends to dinner. This gave a fine opportunity for the floral decorations necessary for the occasion. The parlor -was a bower of potted palms, rubber plants and blooming Japonicas. and the dinitig-room was done In -dainty pink carnations, relieved by gar lands of smllax. Sites Connolly was a de lightful hostess and, assisted by Miss Baird. entertained most hospitably. Hetnrn Hop to B. S. A. The officers and cadets of Bishop Scott academy were the recipients of a, pleas ing compliment in the form of a return hop given to them Tuesday night at Parsons' hall by a number of their friends. The decorations, consisting principally of cedar nd Oregon grape, were lavish and tastefully arranged. The patronesses were: Mrs. A. G. Bar ker, Mrs. E. T. C. Stevens. Mrs. George I IT Will otiA Kfr C.mrll ! .-. A - uu u. .tu.t.9. KCUOU. AUUU( tO couples participated in the dance, which lasted until midnight. The affair was a complete success, and every one thor oughly enjoyed themselves. MATRIMONIAL ALLIANCES." Weddings of the Week In Portland and at Other Points. The marriage of Miss Jennie Clayton to Dr. L. A. Kent was solemnized on Thursday. January 14, at the residence of the groom's mother, Mrs. Nancy Kent, at Dlllarcl, Or. The ceremony was per formed by Rev. J. H, Howard, a "pioneer of Dlllard, In the presence of close rela tives only. Both the bride and groom have very many friends in Portland. The bride is tho daughter of Mr. Ashford Clayton, of Cole's valley, and a well-known pioneer of Douglas county. The groom Is a former resident of this city. Eksteln-Caplan. A very pretty home wedding was sol emnized Sunday evening, January 14, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. M. Caplan, S9 Tenth street, when Miss Delia Caplan was united in marriage to Mr. Richard Ekstein, of McMinnville, Or. A number of friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony, which was conducted by the Rev. Dr. J. Bloch. The happy 'couple left on an extended tour through Callfor nla, and upon their return will make their home in McMinnville. Dilley-Warner. Cleland M. Dilley, of Oregon City, and Miss Helen Warner were married Wednes day evening at the home of the bride's un cle, Alexander Warner, at Mount Tabor. Miss Laura Poff, of Oregon City, was maid of honor, and A. E. Eckhardt was best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. T. L. Eli"ot, assisted by Rev. Will iam A. Lord. Mr. and Mrs. Dilley will 'be a't home at 93 East Thirty-fifth, street after February 1.' " - ' Guthric-Eflgrar. A pleasant home wedding occurred . in South Portland, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Elgar, on January 7, the occa sion being the marriage of their daughter, Frances, to Charles C. Guthrie, of Port land, Rev. Henry A. Barden ofllcla'ting. Miss Grace Agnue was bridesmaid and the groomsman was Mr. I. Guthrie, a brother of the groom. The rooms were prettily decorated with American and Eng lish Hags. Tho bride was robed in white, and a supper was served. There were nu merous presents. Emmert-Menth. Mr. Jacob H. Emmert and Miss Mar guerite A. Menth, both of Portland, were married Wednesday afternoon, January 17, at the residence of Father O'Reilly. Miss Emma Menth, -sister of the bride, was mad of honor,-; ana Mr. iagar ji-mmeri, brother o'f the groom, was "best man. After the ceremony the bridal party went to the srrnnm's home, where a retention and din ner were given the newly wedded, couple'. uniy relatives were prelum. , Boyd-Jones. James Bovd and Miss Jane Jones were married Wednesday, at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. R. D. Davies, 424' East Couch street, by Rev. Mr. Farquahar. The maid of honor was Miss Margaret Jones, sister of the bride, and James Jones was best man. The newly wedded couple will reside at Riverdale. Tilzer-Benry. The marriage of Dr. A. Tllzer and Miss Carrie Beary, both of this city', will be solemnized this evening, at the residence of tho bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Beary, 327 Morrison street. GueringrSoniers. . Mr. Arthur Guerlng, ot Great Falls, Mont., and Miss Nellie Somers, formerly of Portland, but now of Great Falls, were married in that city recently. " , Arnold-AVanless. Miss Mamie Wanless and Mr. J George Arnold were united in marriage at Van couver, Wash., "Tuesday, January 16. IN AND ABOUT PORTLAND. - Social and Other Events, Past, Pres ent and Prospective. A delightful party and reception was given last "week at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Carr, of this xlty, In honor of Miss Lillian Hembree, of Sac Francisco. The house was beautifully dec orated with Hags and curios, which were collected by 3eorgo Carr, who was with the Second Oregon regiment Inthe Philip pines. The evening was passed in whist playing, music and dancing. Punch was served during the evening, and at midnight the guests partook of an elaborate supper, -which was served at small tete-a-tete tables. Those present were: The Misses Lillian Hembree, Sadie Wilson, Edna and Helen Smith, Gertrude Davis, Knott, Mabel Davis, Bollain and Gerstel, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Carr, Messrs. W. F. Dougherty, W. Wilson, G. W. Carr, Frederick Edwards, James Meade, Jean Rice, Jesse Bollam, Verslll Martin, W. W. Purcell and G. Reason, Silver "Wedding. Mr. and Mrs. John Duthle celebrated their silver wedding at their home -on East "Eighteenth and Belmont streets, Wednesday evening, a large number of their friends being present. Their hand some home "was decorated in good taste with evergreens, ivy and Oregon grape, and the rooms were rendered very attrac tive. In the early portion of the evening tho event was made doubly pleasing by the arrival of a delegation of the snip builders from Wolff & Zwicker's iron works, where Mr. Duthle had formerly been employed as designer. In behalf of the shipbuilders, Alexander Cleland pre sented Mr. Duthle with a planlmeter and a complete set of shipdrawing instruments; and Mrs. Duthle was remembered by the shipbuilders with an elegant lamp. From other friends many beautiful and costly silver pieces were received. The evening closed with the serving of refreshments. Pleasant Band Concert. v The concert given by the Mount Tabor military band, at Oriental hall, - Mount Tabor, on Thursday- evening last, was- a success in every respect. A large audience. was in attendance, -which showed its ap preciation by numerous encores. The band, under the direction of Mr. J. H. Everest, rendered two selections for the opening number, after which followed a violin duet by Mr. J. H. Everest and Charles Slmonsen. a musical sketch. by Messrs. . Fowler, pendt and Fowler; so prano solo, by Miss Delia Durbank, cornet k solo by Harry McGowan, ana an exhibi tion of baton swinging by Jean .Thomp son." ' C r- Minor Happenings., The members of the Star Whst .Club hold- their Wednesday evening meeting at the residence of Mlss B. Mayer. Morris D. Bromberger was the recipient of a surprise party given in honor of his birth anniversary, Thursday eyqning, "at the residence of his parents, 49 Park street. A very pleasant evening was spent In play ing games, singing and dancing. A Re past was served. A surprise party was given Miss Estella Hazard, Monday, evening, by a number of her friends, at Her home, on Cleveland avenue and Going street. A delightful evening -was "spent in music, singing and playing games. After a repast, dancing' was indulged In until, a late hour. A pleasant surprise 'party was tendered Harry Nicolai by the member of Psi chap ter of the Gamma Eta ICappa fratet-nity. Mondayyenlng last, jit?hls home, pn Hol- the evening, Mr. Nicojal entertained the guests with selections op 'the graphophone, whilq later dancing" was Indulged In. Re freshments were-served.. Mr. NIcolai will soon start on a six -weeks' tour of Cali fornia and Mexico. One of the" most delightful social func, tions of the season was celebrated on Thursday evening. January 11, at the home of Miss Bessie Kennard, in Upper Alblna. The affair was In honor of Mr. M. C. Burpee, of San Prancisco, and the pres ence of a large gathering, despite the in clemency of the weather, was a testimo nial of the esteem in which he Is held' by a wide circle of friends in this city. A mixed musical and literary programme was rendered during the evening, and ','.. ' - 1800. .' - V 1900. iC muj 'Sif fJ&Zfl '. il&.i a there were parlor . games; "Refreshments were served. - . ' PEOPLE COMING A!ND GOING. . Ebb' .and Flow of the SoclnC Tide In and-Ahoui Portlnnd.' Mrs. Grant MpDonald, is1, visiting rela tives in California. ' - '- ' 93 Mr. R. H. Pease ''ls'-expected tomorrow' from San-Eranclsco." ,--- . , j; Mrs. Charles 'Hegele"has returned Irom1 San Francisco, 0, where she spent ,the hli-'j W'fedW teT 4,V r ddys- with her daughter! who Is attending : Mills, college. - Mrs. A. Thornbury has returned to the ,dltv from The" Dalles, C'Perc'y, HK piythe 'left for Southern Cali fornia on Tuesday evening. - Dr.Beatrice Grenier returned Thursday from Walla Walla, after a short visit. Tl- . Mrs. Annie Price departed last Thursday tioraJHjriet visit to menas in Albany. I M3s "BessIeE wing "left last week for a . two months' visit in the Hoppner hills. .Captain Edward Sullivan and wife 'will IcaveMonday' evening for a short trip to San "Francisco. 'The Misses Flanders will give a dinner next Thursday- evening in honor of Miss Ethel Williams. judge W. B. Gilbert, Mis3 Katharine Gil bert and Miss Lillian Dosch leave Thurs day for San Francisco. Mrs. Addie R.- Smith, her daughter, 'Florence, and Mrs. R. A. Rogers have returned from a visit to San Francisco Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Robinson (nee Lucy Frye) will sail January 29, from Vancou ver, B. C , to various points of interest ir. China and Japan. Mrs. James S. Blrrel, of Boiso City, Ida ho, who has been visiting in Portland for trie past few weeks, returned home last Wednesday, accompanied by her sister, Miss Jennie Sears. . Mr, and Mrs. F. M. Graham and son have returned to Portland after a three Weeks' trip" through Eastern. Oregon and New York Herald, t Idaho; rJwhere they visited the . prlhclpal" mines and other points of interest?' " ' French Rending and Conversation, A few .more v vacancies' in reading and conversation classes; $2 50 in class of five, two lessons per week. By special request Madame A de Fonfrlde Smith will form a verb class. Only one this season; ?2 5Q for complete course. Intricacies of. verb study overcome and perfept mastery of all French verbs and thelr use acquired dur ing course. Class begins February 1. Apply early. 121 Tenth street. Multnomah's Annual Ball. The Multnomah Amateur Athletic Club will give its second annual ball on Janu ary 30, at its present club building. Tno .- . s New York Herald. patronesses will be:- Mrs. J. N.-Teal, Mrs. J.' Rl McCraken, Mrs. H W.- Goode and Mrs. J. Wesley Ladd. French liy Conversation. "Native tea'eher of creat exnerlence. Mme. rBauei hasj.a vacancy for one afternoon ana one evening ciass. 4u mam street. ,i ' A-t , ' ' "'" . Burns' Anniversary. ' The 'Caledonian Club have completed all arrangements for their concert" and ,ball, a'rtcT'nave to announce that the address fctven;iby -the Hon. Georgo Hv Wlfilatns I ."txi tfat" ,A"f " av vvvis,'vli;avi8 k ssssfeiv i will surposs anything that has ever been heard on Burns. At Arlon hall, on Thurs day, January 25, at 8 o'clock1. Tickets, la dles andljents, 50-cents; ladies, 25 cents. AMONG THE, COLLEGES. Events of the Week' at the s'tatc Uni versity Elsewhere. At tho state university, the principal event of the week was the reception given on Wednesday evening by the local alum ni association and Dr. and Mrs. Strong in honor of the IT. O. Glee Club. The affair was held In Villard hall, and a large number of students, graduates arid other friend? of the institution were pres ent. Professor E. H. McAlister, '90, gave the opening address in which he set forth the aims of the" newly formed alumni club. Dr. Strong spoke briefly concern ing the work of the glee boys, and their relation to the university, and Professor I. M. Glen. '94. told of the club's en thusiastic reception throughout Eastern Oregon. The Glee Club sang and ot course were encored time and again. The Treble Clef Club then favored the audi ence' with a selection, after which the "Rough House Quartet," Messrs. Blyth'e, Goodrich, McArthur and Whittlesey, sang a "rooting verse," a relic of last Thanks giving day. Friday evening the Laurean Society met and discussed the trust question. Officers elected for the new term were: President, B. C. Jakway; ..viae-president, Louis E. Hooker; secretary, E. S. Van Dyke; assistant secretary, Fred Edwards; treasurer. C. C. McCornack; censor, B. E. Spencer; parliamentarian. C. N. McAr thur, and sergeant-at-arms, L. L. Good rich. The same evening the Phllologians held a debate. Their new officers are: .Presi dent, -W. L. Whittlesey; vice-president, M. L. Applegate; secretary, J. A. Gambar; treasurer, G. O. Gooflall; censor, A. B. Waltz; -sergeant-at-arrns, C. E. Gray. At assembly last Wednesday, H. H. Hopkins. '93, spoke to the students, giv ing them some practical advice concern ing a liberal education. ,Rev. G. F. Hall, of Illinois." was also present and made a few brief remarks., The vanquished freshmen debaters re turned from the city Sunday afternoon. They are endeavoring to secure a return debate with the Portland High school and hope to even up matters. ' MOUNT ANGEL COLLEGE. Students Back and at Work, ItCr 1 freshed by Their Vacation. College - reopened on the 3d Inst., after a vacation of 10 days. The great majority of the students spent their vacation at their respective homes. A few remained at the college, some of whom were visited by their parents. A few "new students have arrived. The question as to . the advisability o'f establishing a university near Portland is still under consideration. Liberal offers have Deen made in order to induce the Fathers to undertake the work, but as the undertaking Is a weighty one, involv ing' great risks and large expenditure, some time must elapse before all the conditions will be fully considered and a dennite decision made. A debating society has been organized by the college students. The members meet once a week and are most t en thusiastic over the prospect. Last Saturday evening the members of the athletic club gave art entertainment to the faculty, college and seminary. The programme embraced vocal Bolns. tumbling, wrestling, boxinpr and baer- punching contests. The entertainment was Interesting and enjoyable .throughout. xne gymnasium is at length complete ly fitted up with all possible modern re quirements. The carpenters have yet a few days' workbefore their contract is complete. The feast of St. Maurus. one of the .saints of the Benedictine order, was flt- misiy .oqservea Monday - last. Rev. Father Maurus, O. S. B., 'who bears" the name of the saint, was remembered by the beys' band, which - rendered. In hla honor some choice selcctionst " HALF A CEXTURY "VVED. Ttfo Orccron Pinnppra r;i.iiT.., Tlielr Golden Anniversary. E. G. Young and Martha A. Young cele brated the 50th anniversary of their mar riage last "Wednesday, at their home in Oakland, Or. Mr. and Mrs. Young were married In Missouri and emigrated to Ore gon in 1S52, settling first In the Waldo hills. In 1S55 they moved to what Is known as Old Oakland, where Mr. Young engaged In stockraising and farming, which pur suits he followed for a number of years, when he purchased an Interest in a flour ing mill, which proved to be a paying investment Ho founded a general mer chandise store in Oakland 29 years ago, which he has conducted- ever since. He is now 72 years old,, and his wife Is 67. They have four children living: J. C. Young,- A. G. Young and Mrs. George J. Sterns, of Oakland, and Mrs. H. C. Baker, of "Walla "Walla, and all of whom were present at the celebration, with the exception of Mrs. Baker. NORTH OF COLUMBIA. Various Events of tlie Week in the State of "Washington. Vancouver. H. J. Blddle and family have gone to Southern California to spend the winter. Miss Susan Beeson Is spending several weeks with relatives in Portland. , Mr. and Mrs. C. E. MacFarlane" and family have gone to "Waterford, Wash., to reside. A very pleasant surprise was given Mls3 Pearl Huston at her home last Monday evening by about 30 of her frlend3. Re freshments were served. Charles. Hamilton, of Olympia, who has been spending several weeks with his mother here, was given a farewell party by a number of his friends last Saturday evening. Mrs.. Jk M. Hill has gone to San Fran cisco to meet her son, Will Hill, who re cently returned from Manila, where he went as quartermaster's cloxk several months ago. The chief event in Vancouver 'social circles during the week was the after noon tea given by Mesdames J. Burgy and Scott Swetland at the residence of the-latter last Wednesday. The parlors were tastefully adorned with holly and. maidenhair ferns, and carnations consti tuted the table decorations. The guests were, 30 in number, and a most delight ful afternoon was enjoyed by all. "Walla Walla. The High Five Clubvmet with Mrs. Jo seph McCabe Friday. Robert G. Parks and bride are visiting his .brother in Los Angeies, Cal. Mrs. Dora McCurdy and daughters are removing to Everett, there- to- remain. Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Upton have issued invitations for a dancing party next Tuesday evening. Mrs. M. B. Ward, one of the pioneers .of Oregon and Walla Walla, now 81 years of age. Is seriously ill. The Elks gave a largely atended and hugely enjoyed banquet, danoe and card party Tuesday evening. Harry C. Truax and bride have arrived from Portland and arc domiciled with the Gregorys, on Newell street. The Misses Burrows entertained-a num ber of .small ladies with games and re freshments Wednesday, In honor of little Miss Celia Nelms. The Misses Koshland, who have been spending several weeks with their aunt. Mrs. Aioert uoiaman. nave returned to their. Portland home. After the Installation of officers of the Rebecca degree lodge, a silver tea set was presented to Mrs. John McFeeley, as a partial recognition of her services to the. lodge. , Monday evening Mr. Nand .Mrs. John DoolKentertalned a large -party Ot ladles WHITE TEMPLE - -ONE GRAifo CONCERT TUESDAY EVENING, THE WORLD'S GREATEST ARTIST MME. ASSISTED BY Mr. Selden Pratt , Pianist Mr. Louis BIumenberg....Celiist Exclusive Management CHARLES L. YOUNG . . P&JPF $t $9 nnH 1 I llL.O .pi 5 $. C1U po The rmh of subscribers for the stats has compelled ths management of EMMA NEVADA to place several sptcial lists at the clubs for exclusive use of club members, besides thj general subscription list at Woodard, Clarke & Co.'s drug house. The Musical Cfub will find a special list for th:m at Walter Reed's 133 Sixth Street, Oregonian Building. Subscribers will have first choice of szits, as usual. and gentlemen with "high five" and re freshments. The prizes were won by Miss Edith Chapman and Oscar Cain. The "booby" prizes fell to Miss Lottie Goodhue and Claude Goodhue. Centrnlln. A". P. Morse, of Oregon, is visiting Cen tralia. Miss Roberts, of San Francisco, is visit ing relatives in Centralis. "Warner Hay left Tuesday for Coshoc ton, O., called there by the serious illness of his father. The Degree of Honor gave a pleasant "social" on Wednesday evening, in honor of Mrs. L. M. Bush, of Aberdeen, who Is on a visit to the Centralla lodge. Tempting refreshments were served. A large number was in uttendance. Mrs. Du Mon entertained several, friends at "progressive whist"' on last Thursday t evening,' at her home, on Tower avenue,. Later -in the evening, rerresnments were qerved. Those, present were: Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. P. R. Stahl, Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. I. "W. Swarthout, Mr. and Mrs. E. Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. George E. Birge, the Misses Roberts, Sadie and Edith Joyce: Messrs. J. M. Tranghbar and E. R. Zimmer. The prizes were won by Miss Roberts, of San Francisco, anu Mr. O. P. Taylor, of Centralla. Chehalls. Harmonla 'Society will give a masked ball February 24. Miss Marr returned to her home In Olympia this week. Mrs. Jl W. Heiss, of Baker City, Is visit ing at Rev. J. M. Haskell's. Mrs. Julia Smith left Sunday for her home at Douglas City, Alaska. Miss Lucie -Godley Is visiting her sis ter, Mrs. Max Shillock, in Portland. Mrs. L. G. Allls returned from Seattle Sunday, Mls3 Anna Allis accompanying her. Wednesdav night the Woodmen's Cir cle had a public installation service. A very enjoyable programme was rendered. Dancing was also a feature of the even ing. About 150. were present. Tuesday night, on the occasion of the visit of Deputy Grand Chief of Honor Louisa Bush, the Degree or Honor lodge gave an enjoyable "social." A most en joyable time was vhad by .those present. SOUTH OF COLUMBIA., Various Events of the "Week in the State of Orecon. Salem. Miss Maud Hirsch returned this wees from Los Angeles, where she has been ror the past four years, visiting relatives. The Saturday Fortnightly Club was en tertained last Saturday evening by Mlsa Ella Rineman. Whist-playing was the chief amusement of the evening. Collector of Customs I. L. Patterson has gone to San Francisco with his family. Mr. Patterson win return In about two weeks, but his wife and children will re main In California during tho winter. At Its last meeting, the Salem Choral Society elected the foliowing-namecl offi cers: President, J. W. Crawford; vice president, Mrs. Esther McNary; secretary, H. W. Swafford; treasurer, J. W. Bick ford; reporter, C. H. Collier. The Capital City Gaiety Club gave Its first 'dance this season last Thursday evening. The club was recently reorgan ized, and Is composed entirely of young people. The success of Its first event gives assurance of many pleasant danc ing parties before the season closes. The chief social event of the year prom ises to be the military ball, to be given by company K, Third regiment, O. N. G. All the officers of the Oregon National Guard will be invited. andhe ball will be a strictly military affair. It will be given In the armory In this city on the anniversary of the birth of George Wash ington. . The Dalles. Robert Mays, jr.,. Is in the clty .from Antelope, visiting his parents. Dr. and Mrs. James Suther, of Spo kane, are visiting relatives here. Mrs. M: T. Nolan and. little daughter left Monday, to spend the winter in Cal ifornia. Mrs. A. Thornburg, who has been visit ing her daughters, Mrs. T. A. Hudson and Mrs.' O. Klnersly, has returned, to Portland. Miss Ruth, who has been In the East, several years, returned home Monday to spend some time with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. D. J. Cooper. The Columbia Dancing Club held Its reg ular fortnightly dance . Thursday. The hall was prettily decorated, and the mem bers gnjoyed a pleasant evening. ' Mrs. Kuck. wife ot Mayor Kuck, gave an afternoon reception Wednesday, In honor of her. aunt. Mrs. Pierce, 'who Is visiting her from the East. The rooms FIRST BAPTIST. CHURCH JANUARY. 30; 1900 Sale of seats for rubrcrlbere will begin Frl- day' Januar' &. Resuter sale win commence Saturday, January 27, at Weod&nl, Clarke & Co.'s drus store. 1 .... . . . ! ware prettily decorated with evergreens. and a most enjoyable time was had by those present. McMinnville. Mies Jessie "Bond Ift MeMinnville Mon day, for her home In Illinois. Miss Overholt, of Canyon City, is visit ing her Sister, Mrs. D. I. Aabury. Frank Rennle, of Oregon City, is homo to spend a few days with friends. Mrs. P. K. Sitton. of Uis city, left last week for California, on a visit to friends and relatives. Mrs. Brown, of Portland, is visiting in McMinnville, as the guest of her parents. Rev. and Mrs. Llndsey. The musical recital given at the college Friday evening was well attended, anu each number was appreciated. Mrs. Wayland Hunsakr entertained a I few of her friends at her home in College- rslde, Thursday afternoon, in a pleasant manner. Dr. and Mrs. G. S. Wright left Wednes day for Salem, to attend the marrlaga f ceremony of Mrs. Wrigut's brother, Mr. Hodges, to Miss Gesner. At the class '94 oratorical contest, held In the college chapel Tuesday evening, a I large number were present A. E. Black won; Miss Idella Rennlngton was second, and Miss Osa Roberts was thirds Lji Grande. The Pastime Dancing Club gave Its third dance for the winter at the opera-houso Saturday night. Miss Mary Sommer, who has been visit ing her parents, Mr. ami Mrs. A. Sommer, has returned to Seattle.- Mrs. Carrie Baker, who has beea la Sumpter several mowths. is in La Granae, visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. A. C. Thompson lias gone to Port Townsend to visit her son; thence she will go to Victoria. B. C. to remain during the winter. Mrs. Fw M. Hayes, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. C. W. Henderson, left Saturday morning for Olympia. Wash., to 1 (Continued on Seventeenth Pasre.) "A Perfect Food, "Preserves Health, "Prolongs Life. " It 13 at once a delightful food and nourishing drink, and it would be well for humanity if there were more of it consumed and les3 tea or coffee." The Homeopathic Recorder. Walter Baker & Co. iim. DORCHESTER, MASS. Established 1780. A few days more And' the Clearance Sale Is over. Get bargains while they last Prices arc advancing on ail lines. Deeper cuts made On the prices of Waists Eiderdown Sacques, Robes Knit Underwear and Sateen Underskirts To close out BECK', 272 WASHINGTON STREET I r