THE SUNDAY OKEGOJTIAIS-, FOKTLAOT, PEBRUAKT 28, 190i.
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and -in front of each of the tall mirrors
was placed a large silver vase filled
-with lons-stemmed roses of the same
-Variety.
As the wedding party entered Wil
"ders string1 quartet played the "Bridal
Hymn" from "Lohengrin- and 'The
Angels Serenade," Into which It was
blended, added a great deal - to the
beauty of the ceremony.
Miss Florence Koshland. the bride's
dster, was her maid of honor, and Miss
May Bachellor and Miss Fay Lavenson
Were the bridesmaids. Julius Brown
eteln, of San Francisco, was best man,
end Mr. Jacobys niece, little Miss Hel
en. Abrahamson, carried the ring.
The bride made a charming picture
In her gown, of moussellne silk, with
veil fastened with Los Angeles orange
blossoms. She carried a shower bou
quet of lilies of the valley. The fash
Ion of the gown was copied from an old
picture, and the effect was as pretty
as could be imagined. The bodice had
e. yoke of tucked chiffon, with lines of
pearls between the tucks. The yoke
.was outlined with point applique, which
fclso trimmed the full "angel sleeves"
and the mousquetaire sleeves under
neath. The full skirt was elaborate
with bands of stitched silk and nich
ing. Miss Koshland wore pink tulle, with
' bbuquet of bridesmaids roses, and both
"Miss Bachellor and Miss Lavenson wore
dainty gowns of pink silk organdy, with
pink roses.
Mrs. Theodore Bernhelm, the bride's
mother, wore a handsome gown of
black chiffon cloth, over white taffeta.
Mrs. M. Jacoby, the bridegroom's moth
er, came from San Francisco to attend
the wedding, in company with Mrs.
Hugo Abrahamson and her little daugh
ter and Kaspare Kohn, of Los Angeles.
Mrs. Jacoby was beautifully, gowned in
champagne-colored chiffon.
The decorations for the wedding sup
per were' of yellow tulips. Jonquils and
violets. The name cards were exquisitely
painted, and the monogram "K. J." in
gold was on each card.
Mr. and Mrs. Jacoby have gone to
Southern California to spend their hon
eymoon, and will be at home at the
Granada in San Francisco in about a
month.
Huntington-Woodham.
An impressive wedding took place at the
fnome of Mr. and Mrs. D. A. McRae, 315
Montgomery street, on "Wednesday even
ing when their nelce, Bessie Grace Wood
ttiam, was married to Francis William
Huntington. The north parlor, where
the ceremony took place, was made to
look exceedingly pretty with elaborate
decorations of palms, Oregon holly and
if em; the color scheme, green and white,
being carried out with Parisian bows of
white maline, lightly draped over the
jnirror.
The wedding march from "Lohengrin,"
beautifully rendered by Miss "Winnie
Lewis, announced the approach of the
bridal party who slowly proceeded through
an aisle of wide, white satin ribbons and
tropical plants to the bay window which
was a bower of greenery. Suspended from
the center of the arch was a dove holding
a lovers knot of white maline festooned
to either side where it was caught by
xiylng Cupids. Over all was shed a soft
glow from green-shaded candelabra. After
meeting the groom and his best man.
Harry A. McRae, cousin of the bride, the
beautiful Episcopal ring service was read
by Dr. Wilson, of St. Stephens, the bride
being given away by her father, her
cousin, joiss istyiie M. Case, being the
maid of honor. Soft strains of music
was faintly heard during the service
alter which the Joyous wedding march
was played as the bridal party left the
altar. After receiving congratulations
xne guests, who were immediate relatives
and friends, repaired to the dining-room
where delicious refreshments were served.
The bride was beautifully attired In
champagne-colored voile and lace of the
same shade, and carried a shower bouquet
of white carnations and smilax tied with
maline.
Miss Case was charmlnglv gowned in
rose-colored silk and anUque lace, and
carried a shower bouquet of rose carna
tions and Southern smilax. Miss Case
caught the bride's bouquet
Many beautiful presents were received.
Mr. and Mrs. Huntington departed amid
a shower of rice and good wishes for a
trip to Pugot Sound, and after their re
turn will be at home to their friends at
their residence at Stewart's Station.
Crosby-Neal.
, "Wednesday, February 3. at 8 o'clock,
a homo wedding took place at the resi
dence of Mrs. M. Elder, at 208 LeRoy
street. Miss Esther Nenl was married
to Fred Crosby, of Los Angeles, by
Rev. F. A. Fields. The ceromony was
performed under a bower of greenery.
Carnations, bride's roses, smilax and
potted ferns decorated the rooms. The
bridal party was unattended except
by tho little flower-girl, Pet Hansen.
After the wedding supper tho newly
marrled couple left for their new home
at the Templeton. corner of Union ave
nue and Templeton streot, whore they
yrlll be at home. to their friends.
Turner-Williams.
Miss Lena "Williams, daughter of Mr,
hndMrs. David "Williams, was married
on Wednesday morning to Bernard Tur
ner, the ceremony taking place at the
nmnse of the Third Presbyterian
Chvrch.
Miss Susie -Williams was the bride's
attendant, and Huber Hlnloy was best
man. In the ovening a wedding recep
tion was held at the home of the bride's
parents. 880 Kelly street. The houe
"was prettily decoratod with red carna
tions, Oregon holly and ferns. After a
Bhort wedding trip Mr. and Mrs. Turner
will be at home at 205 "Whittakor street.
Adlx-Ladd.
Miss Carrie M. Ladd and Dr. Henry
V. Adix were united in marriage on
"Wednesday at the residence of the
bride's parents. 4G5 East Eleventh street,
by Rev. E. Nelson Allen. Th
was an exceedingly protty one, the
house being artistically decorated with
Oregon holly, rosebuds and carnations.
Arthur Compton played the wedding
march, and during the ceremony softly
rendered "Oh. Promise Me." After a
dainty supper Dr. and Mrs. Adix left
for their new home, 329 Fifth street,
where they will be at home to their
friends after March 1.
Graham-Weeks.
A very pretty little home wedding oc
curred last Sunday evening at the res
idence of "William "Wallace GrahRm.
when John Wallace Graham and Miss
Dessa Meeks, both of Portland, wore
united in marriage. Rev. E. L. House,
of tho Congregational Church, officiat
ing. Only the near relatives of the pair
were present. The bride is one of Port
land's charming young women, and the
proom is attending the Oregon Law
School. The house was tastefully ar
ranged with palms, ferns and -daffodils.
Foster-La Grange.
A charming Boise wedding February
, Y. tho mai""lEe of Miss Annah
Clothllde La Grange, formerly of Bv
ansville, Ind.. and Mr. "William B. Fos
ter, a young business man of Boise.
They were married at the homo dt the
groom's parents. Miss La Grange spent
a year in Portland, where she made
many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Faster will
make their home in Boise, Idaho.
Timm-Wells.
The wedding of Chris Timm and Mla
Eusle A. Wills took place on Thursdav
at 260 Umatilla avenue. Sellwooi The
SWi'i re "y festooned
with Ivy. Miss Emma Cook played Men
delssohn's "Wedding March' as the
bride and groom entered the parlo
where the marriage service was read
by Rev. D. B. Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Timm
will live at Sellwood. mmv
Farrens-Potter.
A pretty wedding was solemnizod at
the home of Mr. and Mrs. A J. Fanno
i2Z Fifthistreot. Sunday. February
at 5 o'clock, when Mr. Ernest L. Far
rans and Miss Annabelle Potter were
united in marriage. Rev. E. S. Munck
ley officiating. The wedding march was
played by Miss Katheryne Linchan. Mr.
and Mrs. Farrens will leave for their
new home at lone. Or., in a few days.
Shucking-Gilbert.
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SALEM, Feb. 27. At 6 o'clock Wednes
day evening. February 24. at the residence
cf the bride's parents in this city. Miss
Agnes Gilbert was married to Bernard O.
Shucking in the presence of the immedi
ate relatives and close friends. The cere
mony jvras performed by .Rev. P. S.
Knight, the pioneer Congregational min
ister. The bride Is the daughter of Mr.
Mr. and Mrs. A. X. Gilbert, of this city.
The groom is a prominent bopdealer, rep
resenting Eastern firms in Salem.
The Gilbert residence was beautifully
decorated for the occasion, the parlors
being adorned with palms, potted plants,
smilax and white carnations. Miss Fay
Rosensteln. of .Portland, played the wed
ding march from Lohengrin as the bridal
party took their places under a lover's
knot of white Illusion in the richly dec
orated bay window of the front parlor.
The groom was attended by his cousin,
Walter WInterberg, of San Francisco.
Mrs. Ray D. Gilbert served as matron of
WELL KNOWN COUPLE MARRIED
Harry E. Wagoner, of Portland.
On Wednesday evening, February 24. at the residence of Rev. Albyn Esson. pas
tor of the Rodney-Avenue Christian Church, at 33S Eugene street, the marriage ofc
Mlse Hazol D. Butler, of Dallas, Polk County, and Harry E. Wagoner, of Port
land, was solemnized. The wedding was extremely quiet, In deference to the wishes
of the contracting parties. '
Mrs. Wagoner Is the daughter of Hon. X. L. Butler, of Dallas, for several
terms a member of the Oregon State Senate, who.-as the Democratic candidate for
Congress several years ago. The bridegroom Is a former well-known business man
of Independence, where he was publisher for several years of the Independence
Enterprise and West Side, and was otherwise prominent In business in that city.
He has recently moved to this city, where he la manager of the Standard Candy
Company.
The newly-married couple will make Portland their home.
honor. Mr. Knight conducted the brief
ring ceremony, the father of the bride
Shing her in marriage. Following the
ceremony and the hearty congratulations
and best wishes, the bridal party and
guests partook of a wedding supper and
later In the evening all repaired to the
parlors of the Willamette Hotel, where a
reception and dance was held, about 150
friends of Mr. and Mrs. Shucking being
present. k
The bride wore a beautiful gown of
duchess applique over white silk on train
and long tulle veil, and carried a shower
bouquet of lilies of the valley. She wore
orange blossoms and carried a Maltese,
lace handkerchief, which were a part of
her mother s wedding outfit when she
was married 33 years ago. Tho groom
was dressed In blaclc
The parlors of the Willamette Hotel
were richly , decorated by Manager Con
nor for the reception. The guests were
received by Mr. and Mrs. Shucking, Mr.
and Mrs. A. N, Gilbert. Mrs. Ray D. Gil
bert and Mr. Walter WInterberg, assisted
by Misses Jessie Crelghton. Maude
Mackey. Estelle Hurst, Mabel Jones and
Orlcna Hutton. Light refreshments were
served after the reception.
Mr. and Mrs. Shucking left on the even
ing train for San Francisco and after a
brief wedding tour will return to Salem.
They will be at home to their friends at
319 Liberty street after March 1b.
rowe-Whiteman. '
DALLAS. Or.. Feb. 26. One of the pret
tiest weddings of the year was solemnized
at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mc
Devltt, In this city, on Wednesday, FcV
ruary 24, when Frank Willis Howe, of Bel
lingham. Wash., and Miss Laura Mar
garet Whlteman, of Sidney, Or., were
married. The ceremony was performed by
Rev. James Moore, or the Methodist
Episcopal Church, in the presence .of
about 35 relatives and friends. The
parlor was tastily decorated and .the
young couple stood under an arch of ever
green intertwined with white ribbon. The
bride was gowned In white organdie and
entered the room upon the arm of the
groom to the strains of the wedding
march from "Lohengrin." played by Miss
Opal McDevltt. Light refreshments were
served. Many costly and elegant presents
were received.
Mr. and Mrs. Howe left on the afternoon
train for Belllngham, Wash., where they
will make their home. Mr. Howe has, for
the last five years, been engaged fh busi
ness in Alaska, and now holds a respon
sible position In Belllngham. His bride Is
the daughter of S. J. L. Whlteman, of Sid
ney. Or. She Is a talented and accom
plished lady and leaves a wide circle of
friends In Polk and Marlon Counties.
Mlllett-Darrow.
EUGENE. -Or.. Feb. 26. Mr, G. a Mil
lett. of Junction, and Miss Hattle Darrow,
of Pullman, Wash- were married Monday
evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.
N. B. Fuller. Rev. B. F. Rowland offici
ating. A number of Invited friends were
present, and the ceremony was followed
by a bounteous wedding dinner.
ENGAGEMENTS.
Mr. David C. Greenawalt announces
the engagement of his daughter Eva to
Mr. -Rocky Earhart Mason of Albany.
The wedding is to take plaoe Wednes
day, March 2.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. .Patterson an
nounce the engagement of their daugh
ter, Eva Abba to J. Oliver Stewart, of
this city.
Engagement of Mr. Mark Taylor, of
Portland, to Miss Sarah Roseburg, of
Portland.
COMING EVENTS.
The Children's Guild of Personal Serv
ice, an auxiliary of Temple Beth Israel,
will give a charitable entertainment on
the evening of Purim, Febrsary 29. at Par
son's Hall. There will be a short pro
gramme, followed by dancing.
A parlor meeting of the Central W.
C T. U will be held on Tuesday after
noon from 2 to 5 at the home of Mrs.
F. J. Hard, 214 Twelfth street. This
will be in honor-of the birthday of Mrs.
L. M. X. Stevens, president of the Na
tional W. C T. U.. who Is a personal
friend of Mrs. Hard. A suitable pro
gramme will be given, followed by a
reception to new members. All "White
Ribboners" and friends are cordially in
vited. The regular monthly meeting of the La
dies Aid Literary Society of the First
Congregational Church will be held on
Wednesday, March 2, 1KH, at 2 P. M.. in
the church parlors. Miss Helen F. Spauld
Ing will give a half-hour talk on
"Hymns. There will also be readings by
Mrs. Morton Doty and vocal solos by Stu
art McGuire. All interested"" are cordially
invited to attend.
The Council of Jewish Women will
meet on Wednesday at 2:30 in the Sell
ing & Hirsch building. The meeting
is expected to. be unusually interesting
as Dr. Aaron Tilzer, who recently re
turned from Europe, Is to address the
council oh "Modern Hygiene and Juda
ism." The King's Daughters are making
elaborate preparations for a "Living
Miss Hard D. Butler, of Dallas.
Picture Gallery" and dance to be given
the Thursday after Easter at Parsons
Hall.
The Ladles' Aid Society of Grace M. E.
Church contemplate- giving a tea at the
parsonage. 445 Taylor street, on the afJ
ternoon af Friday, March 9, from 3 to 5
P. M.
I
Nomah Circle, W. O. W., will give a
whist party Wednesday evening, March
2, 19M, at the W. O. W. Hall. East Sixth
and Alder streets. Admission 15 cents.
The Round "Dozen Whist Club will bo
entertained tomorrow (Monday) evening
at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C H.
Gilbert, 575 Market-Street Drive.
Tho Tuesday Afternoon Club will
meet next week at the residence of
Mrs. James Muckle, C2 Ella street.
Don't forget Fidelity Club dance is next
Thursday evening, Woodman Hall.
SOCIETY PERSONALS.
Miss Eva Coshow, of Salem, is visiting
in Portland.
Miss Bess Reed and Miss Nell Sherman
have .returned to Astoria.
Rev. W. S. Holt, D. D., arrived home
from Pendleton on Tuesday.
Miss Freda Rau .has been visiting Miss
Rosalie Friendly at Eugene.
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Young, of Salem
have been visiting in Portland.
Miss Nellie. Furnish' has returned from
a visit to relatives at Florence, Or.
Mr. and Mrs. Amodee M. Smith arrived
yesterday from a visit In California.
Dr. and Mrs. George Marshall returned
on Tuesday to their home In Seattle.
George Stahley returned from a brief
visit in Salem at the first of the week.
Miss Stella M. Case has returned from
the Philippines after a year's absence.
Mrs. Kate A. Ham and daughters have
left for Phoenix, Ariz., to join Mr. Ham.
Miss Gertrude Eddy has returned from a
visit to Miss Katherine Scott at Forest
Grove.
Mr. and Mrs. F. Lewis Clark, of Spo
kane, arrived in Portland the firstf
the week.
State Treasurer and Mrs. C. S. Moore
have been visiting friends here during
the week.
Miss Anita Trenchard. of Astoria, has
come to the city to study to become a
trained nurse. '
Mrs. A. E. Beck, of Albany, is visit
ing Mr. and Mrs. John H. Middleton at
7S1 Kelly street.
Miss Kate Williams, of Walla Walla
Is visiting Mrs. L. B. Magoon at Seventh
and Jefferson streets.
Miss Lena Hutton went to Salem last
week to attend the wedding of Miss Gil
bert and Mr. Schucking. '
Mrs. I. Gevurtz returned last Thurs
day from California, where she spent
several weeks visiting friends.
Miss Greta Stowell is at Salem visiting
her sister. Miss Elizabeth Stowell, who Is
attending Willamette University.
Mr. and Mrs. J.-M. Arthur have been
spending a few days at their seaside cot
tage. The Breakers. Long Beach.
Miss Nora Prettyman, of Albany, Is
2&In a..three xveeks' visit with Miss
""" j. ictij inn;, ui .uouni xaoor.
Mrs. B. G. Rosensteln left during the
week for Son Franplsco. She also Intends
going to Los Angeles and other points in
Southern California.
Mrs. W. O. Spencer and daughter, Mari
an, of Huntington, accompanied by Mrs
Sarah Spencer, of TJkiah. Cal., are visit
ing at the home of George W. Joseph.
Miss Ballard, who has been visiting
Mrs. Frederick Eggert, left on Monday
for Albany. Or., where she Is being en
tertained by Mr. and Mrs. Percy A. Young.
Mrs. J. Knight, of this city, and her
niece. Miss Gertrude Card, of Tacoma,
are expected to arrive this morning from
San Francisco. .They have been making
an extended visit in Southern California.
Miss Anna EUers left early this week
on an extendedpleasure trip. After a
short star In San Francisco sha -mm m
East with her brother.' Mr. H. J. Eilers.
and remain in Chicago and Milwaukee
for some time visiting relatives and
friends.
At the Women's Union.
Miss Helen Rister was a transient this
week. '
Miss Margaret Tome was a visitor Fri
day. Miss Pearl Dolph, of Cleone, Is one cf
this week's newcomers.
Miss M. Parker left on Monday morning
for a trip to The Dalles.
Miss D. Harris was away over Sunday
with a party to Bonneville.
Miss Carrie Sherry returned on Friday
irom a temporary absence.
Mrs. Phil S. Bates was the guest of Miss
Dorothy Harris at dinner on Friday even
ing.
. Mrs. P. E. Boyd, of Joseph. Or., arrived
early In the week and is making a tempo
rary stay.
Miss Katharine Reuter visited her sister.
.miss .isie Keuter. over Tuesday night,
leaving on Wednesday for Des Moines, la.
Dancing.
Mrs. Nina Larowe will form new class.
Apply quickly if you desire to Join.
Dancing Parsons Hall.
Monday night class postponed
this
weeK to unursaay, March 3.
Facial massage and manicuring; par
lors -19-50-56 Lewis building. Park and Mor
rison street. The complexion, hair and
scaip treated scientifically. Facial blem
ishes and superfluous hair removed. Phone
Miss IC A. Loughlin, Mrs. B. B.
Saylor.
Full dress suits to rent. vLIon Cloth
ing Co., 168 Third street.
OREGON.
Astoria.
Dr. Byron E. Miller, of Portland, spent
weanesday in the city.
Frank H. Simonds, of Blaine. Wash.,
spent the week in the city.
William M. La Force, of Portland, spent
part or tne week in this city.
J. H. Hubbard and Mrs. Hubbard, of
Portland, visited inVAstorla this week.
Mrs, Herbert Judge, of Portland, Is vis
iting Miss Han let Tallant In this city.
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Tallant have re
turned from a pleasure trip to Portland.
air. ana Mrs. F. A. Rosenkraus, of
Canby, Or., are visiting Mrs. C. R. Morse.
Miss Christine Barth visited relatives
ana menus in Astoria the first of the
week.
uunjan A McLean has returned to
Portland alter a short stay with relatives
in this city.
Mrs. Arthur A. Finch entertained the
young ladier of the Thursday Afternoon
uiud tnis veek.
The members of the reading club were
entertained by Miss Emma Warren on
Monday evening.
W.i F. McGregor and family have re
turned from California, where they have
been spending the Winter.
The wardroom officers of the revenue
cutter Commodore Perry entertained
about 40 of their friends at dinner on
Monday evening, in honor of Washing
ton's birthday.
The ladies of the First Presbyterian
Church gave a reception on Thursday
evening, in honor of Rev; Mr. Brown
and his wife. A large number of people
were present, and" a , pleasant evening
was spent.
Tho members of the Chafing Dish Club
gave a progressive dinner on Monday
evening, in honor of Washington's birth
day, that was attended, by all the mem
bers. After the last course, which was
served by Miss Nan Reid and Miss Reba
Hpbson at Miss Hobson's. home, the com
pany adjourned to Hanthorn's Hall.
where the remainder oT tho evenlnir was
spent in dancing.
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Pendleton.
Mr. and Sirs. W. F. Matlock havo re
turned from a visit in Portland. V
Clifton B. Johnson, who has been fto!-
Ing relatives here, has gone to Salt Lake,
wnerc nc expects to remain.
The Christian Endeavor Socletv closed
an enoyable and profitable meeting In this
city on Tuesday. About 150 delegates were
present.
Miss Nellie Cameron has returned from
Portland, where she-has been visiting her
miner, jar. a. cameron, who Is in the
hospital there.
Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Judd and son. Hen
ry, returned Wednesday from an extended
visit to relatives In Hartford. Conn., and
Portsmouth, N. H.
Miss Eva Froome and Miss Elizabeth
Mline, of Hlllsboro, passed Monday In
Weston, visiting Professor and Mrs. R,
C. French, of the Weston Normal school.
Mrs. H. F. Johnson gave an afternoon
of pleasure on Saturday to a few ladies In
honor of her mother. Mrs. Susan Welch.
the day being the anniversary of her
birth.
E. H. Clarke has returned from a visit
of some weeks to his daughter. Miss
Estelle Clarke, In Stockton, Cal., and his
son. Fred H. Clarke, and nephew, H. O.
Raynor.
The pupils of the seventh grade of theKcIsco.
Pudiic scnooi gave a colonial party on
Washington's birthday that was largely
attended and highly enjoyed. Those pres
ent-wore colonial costumes.
Mrs. R. G. Thompson and daughters.
Misses Ida. Harrlette and Edna, have re
turned from the East, where they have
been for four and a half months, most
of the time being passed In New York
City. They also -visited the other large
cities ana returned home via Texas.
where they visited relatives.
Dallas.
Mrs. F. H. Conkey, of Independence, a
former resident of Dallas, Is visiting
friends and relatives here.
An enjoyable reception was given to
State Organizer George K. Rogers by the
Woodmen and their wives on last Wednes-J
day evening at Woodmen hall. A lunch
was served after an address by Mr. Rog
ers. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gerllnger, Jr., ar
rived In Dallas on last Tuesday evening,
from their wedding trip through Califor
nia and have taken rooms at the resi
dence of D. P. Stouffer until they can
arrange their own -home.
One of the most pleasant social events of
the year was the birthday party given by
Mrs. G. W. Holllster and Mrs. T. A.
Dunn. In honor of Rev. James Moore. A.
W. Dunn, G. W. Holllster and T. A
Dunn on Washington's birthday. The
Dunn home was beautifully decorated for
the occasion. Flinch was the game of
the evening, and a delicious lunch was
served.
A flinch party was given by Mr. and
Mrs. F. R. Rich last Friday eveninrr in
honor of their son Clarence King, of Port
land. Dainty refreshments were served.
The guests were Mr. and Mrs. George
Scott. Misses Lulu Dempsey, Edna Scott,
Ola Grant, Maude Robertson. Ora Linten,
Ethel Poling. Noda Scott. Birdie Coulter.
Ada Osfield; Messrs. Claud Lynch. Rod
ney Coulter, Clarence King, Lott Brown,
Chesley Embree, Lief Flnsetle and Lau
rence Aldrich.
The Dalles.
Mrs. R, D. Slnnott, of Portland, spent
Sunday in this city, the guest of relatives.
Mrs. Walter Smith, formerly Miss Nettle
Fredden. of this city. Is the guest of her
mother, Mrs. Louis Rorden. -
Mrs. II. A Hogue, of Portland, returned
to her home on Wednesday, after a
month's stay with friends In this city.
At the meeting of the Sores Is on Tues
day afternoon, patriotic subjects were the
themes of the three papers read by Mrs.
S. L. Brooks, Mrs. Wv S. Myers and Mrs!
W. Lord, the leader for the afternoon be-
Rheumati
The "PLAGUE of OLD AGE
Nearly every old person is troubled more or less with Rheuma
tism, -and the fewest number escape its tortures. Many are bent and
deformed and physically disabled by tie awful misery and 'suffering
inflicted npon them by this fearful scourge. "While the young, vig
orous and strong are not always exempt, it seems that the old are
the chief sufferers from Rheumatism, that it is a disease peculiar to
old people and the plague of old age.
One may be born with a strong predisposition or tendency to
Rheumatism; it may run in your family; father or mother may
transmit it to their children; but while the blood flows pure and
strong through the veins and all the vital powers are in perfect con
dition, Rheumatism rarely develops; but as we pass the meridian of
life the digestion becomes impaired, liver and bowels slugferish. and
the system clogged with poisonous matter; then the blood becomes polluted and tainted,
too acid and sour, grumbling pains and frequent aches are felt in the muscles and joints,
and before you realize it Rheumatism has you in its clutches. The disease may settle in
the large muscles of the back, neck or thigh, the joints of the legs and arms, fingers and
toes, or it may confine itself to no particular spot, the pains darting from one muscle to
another, striking one joint to-day and another the next, with redoubled fury. It is an
msiaious, sneaiang aisease.
be constant or occasional; but
the same causes, and comes from the same
fountain source a too-acid blood and general
disordered condition of the system.
The pains and aches, throbbing muscles and
swollen joints, are helped, by the application of
plasters and the use of liniments and salves ; but
these things do. not reach the hot, feverish blood
nor touch the real cause of the disease, and for
this reason only partial relief comes from their
use. The treatment should be both internal and
external. The riotous, acid blood mus be puri
fied and brought back to a healthy, normal con
dition, the accumulation of poisonous matter in
the svstem checked, and vip-or and strenorth
restored to the sluggish, torpid organs ; and while 803 East Greeabrier St .
S. S. S. is doing this the simple home remedies, liniments and lotions, rubbing and blister
ing, may be applied for the temporary relief they afford to the aching muscles and joints
S. S. S. is & blood purifier and tonic combined j it makes the polluted blood rich and
strong; it builds up the general health, improves the appetite and digestion, strengthens
greater than ever in its history. S. S. S. for the blood is guaranteed purely vegetable
If you have Rheumatism, a fair trial will convince you of its power over this painful dis
ease, and you may yet spend a painless, healthy old age. Write us about your case, and our
physicians will advise you without charge. We have a special book on Rheumatism which
is mailed free to all wishing it. THE SWIFT SPECIFIC COMPANY, ATLANTA. GA
Ing Mrs. J. B. Crossen. A drill on parlia
mentary law was led by Mrs. N. Wheald
ont after which several musical selections
were enjoyed.
Mrs. Leon Dawson and Mrs. H. Borst
wlck. of Portland, formerly Misses Cora
and Pearl Joles, of this city, spent a few
days in The Talles the guests of their
mother, Mrs. I. P. Joles.
The Research Club held Its bimonthly
meeting on Tuesday. In keeping with the
occasion the decorations were of flags and
National colors draped about a large pic
ture of George Washington. The next
meeting will be held on March 7, when
music will be discussed.
On Monday night Wasco Lodge, No. 15,
A. F. & A M., gave a reception to the
members and families, including several
visitors from outside cities. The lodge
hall was beautifully decorated with bunt
ing and flags, flowers and plants, a large
picture of Washington being conspicuously
set under a canopy of flags and flowers
at one end of the hall. Several musical
numbers were rendered by BIrgfeld's or
chestra. An elaborate supper was served
at which Dr. O. D. Doane spoke on behalf
of Wasco Lodge, and Mrs. W. S. Myers
for Columbia Chapter, O. E. S. Dancing
was commenced soon after supper, card
tables being placed at convenient nooks.
About 150 guests enjoyed the hospitality
of the lodge.
Oregon City.
Miss Helen Daulton is the guest of
friends at Salem.
Miss Bertha Goldsmith has returned
from an extended visit tn s.in Pron
Miss Millie Kruse has returned to
Salem after a visit to Oregon City
friends.
Mrs. C E. Brey and Mrs. H. V. Bean
have returned to Seattle after visiting
Mrs. J. E. Hedges.
Mr. and Mrs. Julius Alexander, of Or
oville, Cal., were this week the guests
of Mrs. F. F. White.
Mrs. L. L. Porter, accompanied by her
mother, Mrs. J. A Spangler, of Corval
lis, have, gone to Oakland. CaL, for a
visit. '
Mrs. C G. Miller entertained the
members of the Derthlck Club Wednes
day afternoon. In honor of her sister,
Mrs. J. M. Lawrence, of Bend.'
E. C Greenman and Miss May Curl,
both of this city, were married at the
Congregational manse Wednesday
evening. February 24, Rev. E.-S. Bol
linger officiating. They will be at home
in this city after March 10. ' .
Medford.
Wlll Merriman. of Portland, spett
Thursday here, visiting relatives, on his
way home from Los Angeles.
Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Karnes returned
Monday from their wedding trip In San
Francisco and other California points.
The members of the Eastern Star Lodge
and a number of Invited guests were en
tertained Wednesday evening with a mu
sical and literary programme, consisting
of a vocal solo by Miss Elfert, and instru
mental solo by Mrs. Warren Bodge. In
strumental solo by Miss Mabel Jones, and
recitation by Holbrook Wlthington. Vari
ous games were played. In one of which
Mr. E. W. Warner won first prize, a fine
leather-covered book of poems. Mrs. C.
R. Welch won the consolation prize a
pair of spectacles. After the entertain
ment, delicious refreshments were served.
The committee In charge was Mr. and
Mrs. W. H. McGowan, Mrs. Orr, Miss
Gertie Weeks, and Mrs. Fred Weeks.
LaGrande.
Mrs. N. Moll tor entertained the ladles
of the Kaffee Klatsch at her home Friday
afternoon.
Mrs. F. E. Moore entertained the High
Five Club Saturday afternoon la honor
of her sister, Mrs. Jerome Eubanks of
Kansas City, Mo. '
Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Sargent entertained
a small party of friends at progressive
whist Wednesday evening. The parlor
and dining-room were" beautifully decor
ated and refreshments were served.
A number of the young people of the
Mormon Church presented a little Play
x.ou may oe up to-aay ana in bed to-morrow; the pains may
for all that Rieumatism in its various forms is produced bv
me nervesana restores tne disordered system to a healthy
state. It is composed exclusively of roots and herbs, and
does not contain a single mineral ingredient or strong
drug of any description. S. S. S. has been in use for
many years, and has been tested in thousands of cases of
Rheumatism, and the best proof of its merit is the fact
that the sales are larger to-dav than ever and the demand
at the meeting-house Saturday evening
entitled "Phyllis." It was well gotten up
and much enjoyed.
Mesdames G. A Molden and Clara T.
Knott entertained the members of the
Whist Club at the home of the former
Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Jerome D.
Eubanks won first and Mrs. M. L. Causey
second prize.
The members of the Neighborhood Club
met in the ladles' parlors at the Commer
cial Club Tuesday afternoon. The day's
programme was under the direction of
Miss Margaret Anson, her subject being
"American Artr"
The La Grande Lodge of Elks gave its
annual ball at the Commercial Club Mon
day evening and the banquet was given
at the Elks Hall. It was one of the most
successful balls given by this popular
lodge In this city. The hall was beauti
fully decorated in the lodge colors and
the costumes were beautiful. The ban
quet was one of the most elaborate af
fairs ever spread in La Grande.
Eugene.
Miss Harriet Warfield has gone to Mon
mouth, I1L, where she will visit relatives.
Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hales and children
are enjoying a Winter outing at Newport.
Tho Ladies Lewis and Clark Club held
a meeting Thursday afternoon at the home
of Mrs. George T. Hall.
A delegation of the Ladles- of the Mac
cabees went to Cottage Grove Tuesday to
take part in" a special meeting of the
lodge.
An enjoyable dancing party was given
Saturday evening by the Students" Amuse
ment Club, which was well attended by
University and High School students.
Monday afternoon and evening, Mrs. H.
A. Schwering and Mrs. W. H. Alexander
entertained a large number of their
friends, making a Joint event. Progress
ive whist was played, followed by re
freshments. Wednesday afternoon Mrs. A. E. Wheel
er and Mrs. A LIvermore entertained a
large number of their lady friends at the
home of the former. A unique method of
diversion was adopted in a sort of de
scriptive contest. Refreshments were
served.
Chlco.
After a musical programme an elegant
dinner was served. The couple received
many costly presents.
They are the parents of five children.
all of whom were present at the dinner.
The children are: Giles Daugherty, Chlco;
James Daugherty. at home; Mrs. Minnie
.e.vu, jujciju uiucies JJaugnerty, Eu
reka; Daisy Daugherty and Joseph Danirh
erty. Six grandchildren and the mother
TIMELY CALLING
How the Pastor Saved a Life.
A man near Fort Gay, w. Vo.. made an
enure taiiure in getting strength fm
the kind of food he ate and not knowing
that the trouble was with the food kept
uu juaiuf uciMui uuui me aoctors gave
him up to die.
It was supposed to be consumption
because he was wasting away steadily
and slowly dying. His minister called
from time to time and one day brought
along a package of Grape-Nuts thinking
from what he knew of the famous food
that perhaps it might help him. The sick
man took to It at once and from that
day began to get well. In writing he says:
"I walked to town today, three miles.
Have gained over 40 pounds in about two
months and my neighbors don't know
what to say. I frequently am told it was
as If I am raised from the dead. Every
body here knows of my case, you can "tell
people to write to the Postmaster or Rev.
L. D. Bryan. I will make a sworn state
ment that Grape-Nuts saved my life."
Name given by Postum Co., Battle Creek.
, Mich. .
This is another illustration that where
all other food fails one can be brought
back to health and strength on Grape
Nuts. "There's a reason,"
Look In each package for the famous
little book, "The Road to Wcllvillo," J
produced by
OIT AND ON FOB TE2T YEARS.
Mt. Vernon, Ohio, May 25, 1903. '
Last January I was severely troubled with Rheu
matism. I had it In my arms, shoulders, knaes, legs
and ankles, and one that has ever had Rheumatism
knows how excruciating the pain is and how it inter
feres with one at work. I was truly in bad shape,
having been bothered with this trouble, off and on,
for ten years. A looal physician advised me to use
S. S. S. I did so. After taking two bottles I noticed
that the soreness and pain was greatly Teduced. I
continued the medicine, and after taking six bottles I
was thoroughly cured, all pain, soreness and inflam
mation gone. I unhesitatingly recommend it to all
rheumatic sufferers. J. L. AGNEW.
of the bride, the only living grandparent,
Mrs. Louisa Doak, and other relatives,
were present.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Daugherty
celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary
at their home Wednesday, February -17,
The bridegroom of 40 years was bornIn
Pike County, Missouri, and when a small
boy moved to Pike County, Illinois, and
resided there until 14 years old. He came
across the plains in 1S52 to Oregon. At
the age of 26 he was married. February
17, 1S64, to Jane K. McDaniel, who was
born In Scott County, Illinois, and had
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