Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989, December 16, 1916, Image 3

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Newspaper Page Text.... . " y PAGE THREW MEDFORD MAIL TRIBUNE, MEDFORD, OKFlOX, SATURDAY, DKCKMF.KR Ifi, lOlfi Tlie one bin social event of tlie hol-M A number of high school students lay season will occur Christmas and members of the local alumni light, w hen the alumni annual Christ-1 gathered at Hrown's Friday night and uas ball takes place at the Katator- I participated in n novelty candy dance urn. A!tlioiif.'li over a week will lapse before Christinas, every one is Honking forward to this notable affair Mitli no end ill' anticipation. The nl- iiiuiii are striving diligently to pre uire lor the comfort and pleasure of the many guests who will attend. No plains will be spared to assure the j-ompletc succes sof this big annual I'Vcnt. The large hall will be eoui- iiletelv transformed by a beautiful ind uninue scheme of decoration, Vvhich will carry out the holiday nt liiospheie in every detail. A large or chestra will supply the latest in live ly dance music for a diversified pro gram of twenty dances. Clever pro grams, novel effects, an excellent floor and plenty of punch will com bine in showing the guests a royal Time. The invitation committee will Jinvo the invitations ready for mail jug the first of the week. All alumni i-ollege and high school students and ii limited number of outsiders will bo invited. j The Roosevelt I'arent-Teacher cir cle met Friday afternoon. The chil dren of Miss Do Yore's room sang wo songs and Jlnrvel Williams of the mirth grade played u violin solo, as nmg numbers. Mr. llillis ad- ilressod the circle, the subject being: ''Saving Time and Testing for Kf- 11 wo IP ting tl'iciency." He spoke of time saved to I the child by the system of promotion whereby u child may be advanced ns rapidly us his mental' capacity will warrant; also of the saving of time 'by the diminution of subject matter which hears no vital import to the fu ture life of the' child, and of the broader treatment of texts whereby the aim of study is not what is it? 'hut what ol it? Following this, the j method of testing and keeping track of the progress of the work was out-' Mined. Graphs of the tests in arith- . luetic and spelling based on the Itus iscll 1 Sage ..i'liinulution tests were tslinwn and the progress in efficiency proved gratifying to the parents. Mrs-. Heme entertained with two readings, lind an article by Mrs. Stoner, read tiy Jirs. Wince, closed the program. The Alpha Delta class of the Chris tian church met with Mrs. G. II.' AVest at her home on West Second street Thursday afternoon. The host ess' rooms were very prettily deeornt- il with Cliristnins greenery, hollv and mistletoe. A number of selec tions on u Victrolu was very much enjoyed. Mrs. West was assisted in erving bv Mrs. lien Garnett, Mrs. 'Jonas Wold and Mrs. 13. L. Vnn Oil ier. The January meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. E. E. Ends, -ti South Ornn&8 street, at which time an interesting program will be given. The rnrent-Teaclicr circle of the ; Washington school held their regular December meeting at the school building Friday afternoon, with about forty present. The subject for the afternoon was "Keligion and Moral ity in the Public Schools." Very in teresting papers and talks were given on the subject by Dr. J. Lawrence Hill, Professor Cramer and Hcv. Caislens. In the absence of Mis. Meal's, the president, Mrs. Iloos pre sided over the meeting. nt which I.ulher Deuel und Leon Speck were hosts. The novelty ef fect came in the manner of distribu tion of a number of large boxes of candy and a Christinas stick weigh ing twelve pounds. On the 'dance floor were painted a number of cir cles, each bearing a number. When the whistle was blown each lady oc cupied a circle, the wheel bearing corresponding numbers was given a whirl and the bolder of the luckv number received as prize a box of candy. This affair was the first of a series of novelty dances to be given by high school students und alumni during the holiday sejisoa The regular monthly meeting of the members of the Drama league was held last evening nt the public library. Stephen Phillips' "Paola nnd Frances" was read by S. V. Beckwith. The play is a charming romantic tale of love and honor, told in most beautiful phrasing.' Mr. Heck wi.ti possesses a pleasing, sym pathetic voice and showed a keen an preciation of the dramatic feeling of the play. His splendid interpretation held the fascinated attention of the audience from the first word to the very last. Those, who were not thero missed one of the finest readings that lias ever been given iu Medford, Teh High School iivlc will bave fit Parciit-Teachcr A meeting of the alumni was held ut the Hotel. Medford Monduy even ing for. the purpose- . of . discussing and making readv for the annual Christmas. t was decided, to stage the affair on Christmas night, De cember 23, which falls on Monday The large hall of the Nntatormni has been engaged fof the 'affair and no details will be overlooked in an en deavor to make riiis affair the. crown ing success of the social season. -The invitation lists Wvo been carefully gone over, and .will bo ready for , mnilj- mg by the- first- lif the week. The reguluf business 'meeting of the Eastern Star was held Wednes day evening at the Masonic hall. Dur ing the business sessiou the following otlicers .were elected: Mrs. O'Brian worthy matron; Mrs. 0. C. Boggs, as sociate matron; J. A. Perry, .worthy patron; Mrs. Ben Garnett, conduc tress; Mrs. 1?. W. Stearns, associate conductress; Mrs. Witte,. secretary Mrs. Strang, treasurer. After the business meeting a social time was enjoyed, refreshments being served by the committee in charge An informal social gathering will be held at the St. Mark's lin-ll this evening at 8:30. All members and friends of the Episuopal church are invited to be present to meet Rev Walter T. Sumner, bishop of Oregon who is in Medford for the dedication services of the new St. Mark's church. A verv pleasant affnir was bold at the L. 0. 0. M. hall Tuesday night Ashland and Medford lodges holding joint initiation. The hall was prct tily decorated, adding much to the occasion. Light lunch was served nnd dancing was enjoved by all ' Charles S. Kewhall cutertaiucd at dinner Friday evening at his rnnch home. The following guests were in- vitod: M!r. and Mrs1. Lincoln M. Friday evening a very interesting time was bad by the Epwortb league at the Methodist church. As a result of a membership contest the whites, under the uble direction of Dean Car der, gave u very enjoyable program, which consisted of: Tableau, "Events in American History"; solo, "Xep tune," Dean Carder, in costume; banjo duet, Bliss Heine und Nolo Lindey; solo,. Eunice Brandon; ukc lelc duet, Misses Eilene French and Norma Hnrbcc; recitation, "The Pho nograph," Glenn Conwell; song, "0, Dear Me," Uy octette; address, Dr. Rollins. After the program various games were player and refreshments served in the social hall. The plans for a municipal Christ mas tree were completed Thursduy evening when the committee in charge met nt the Hotel Mcdtord. lt'was decided to have the tree Saturday night, December 23: A large tree will be placed on the luwn ot the lib rary park und will be decorated and illuminated. The high school band will play nnd the school children will sing Christmas carols under the di rection of . Miss French. Tuesday will bo tag day and ladies will can vass for free-will offerings to pay for a treat which will bo given the hildrcn. 'Stephen F. Smith and Miss Chris tina L. lloefft of Eglc Point, were united in inrringe ill the Presbyterian church of this city Saturday even ing, December !), at 8 o'clock, the Rev. A. Hogg otticiating, using the bcau tifnl nnd impressive ceremony of the Presbyterian church. The wedding was private and only a few friends of the happy young couple witnessed the ceremony. V w The Epwortb league of the Meth odist church held their regular bus iness meeting ut the church Tuesday evening. Miss Edna Gore was elect ed second vice-president, ns Miss Annie Butemnn, the second vice president, resigned. Hereafter a so cial will be held in connection with the business meeting the second Tuesday, in every month. The Wednesday Bridge club met! with Miss Helen Dalit Wednesday afternoon. ' . . ". Miss Gladys Nalwick leaves this evening for un extended trip in the east. ' "' 4- DRAMA LEAGUE NOTES The Missionary society of . the Presbyterian church was pleased to accept the hospitality of Mrs. (1. (I. Gould last Tuesday afternoon. Mr.. F. S. Carpenter had charge of the dcvotioiials. The program, which proved .especially instructive and in teresting, was presented, by Mrs. Tor- ncy.' :.'' W V 9 The Pnrent Teacher Circle of the Lincoln school' will hold their regular: monthly business meeting at the school building next Friday afternoon! ot 3j30. A special Christmas pro-: gram will be given iiT the different rooms nnd the meeting will follow the programs. A large attendance of the parents is desired. Mrs. Eva Morton has been at Ash land the forepart of the week visiting relatives and calling on old-time friends. ' Mr. and Mrs. H. U. Lumsden enter tained the Monday Evening club at their home last Monday evening. Mrs. Edwin Januey was hostess, to the Girls' Bridgo club at her home Thursday afternoon. The W. C. T. U. met in regular ses sion nt the public library Thursday afternoon. Jnp Andrews is in Ohio, where he was called on account of illness. Mrs. D. W. Luko entertained the Monday club Monday afternoon. Volumes XIX and XX of the Dratuu League Series of Plays havo been added to tho Drama league shelf in the public library. Volunio XIX is "Miil'vnluqua," by Brothers (juinter ro, translated from the Spanish by J. S. ' FasRett. The brothers are chroniclers of the life of Andulusin. "The- details lire of uniinpeachiihle veracity, it is all palpably real." Theso plays' have been translated into ! maiiy languages, but this is tho first time they have been given to thoi English reading public. Volume XX, Washington Square Plays, contains "The Clod," by E. L. Beach, Jr.; "Helma'nnd Husband," by "Philip Moellcr; "Overtones," by Alice Oerstenberg; "Eugenically Speaking,' by Edward Goodman, American. ' New members are coming into the league every day. Membership iu tho league entails no burdens or obliga tions unless tlie member is willing to tnko pint. Every member is invited to assist in tho programs, but is at perfect liberty to decline. The busi ness of tlie eaguc is conducted by the executive board and board of directors and the work by committees appointed. Members receive ' the "Drama League Monthly," ... a , live magazine Tilled with current news nnd timely articles pertaining to the 1 rntiin. .... The moutbly meetings for the members' arc well attended; showing the interest taken in the reading of plays. In a place where legitimate drama comes so seldom, this fills a definite need. ' Every drama deals with some phase of life, tho one thing that in tercstB people more thnn anything else. Gossip is a jwrvcrtcd form of this interest which ' is' universally condemned.1 Why not indulge' this tendency legitimately by reading and discussing good plays? : '' ' Neighborhood circles or groups of six congenial friends may meet one, afternoon a iweek, read a play and then discuss it over the cup of ufter noon tea, spending the nftcrnoon both pleasnriibly and profitably. The. inevitable faney Work Will, of course, be in evidence, I -' ' The Wednesday afternoon circle of the Drama-league met with Mrs.'Geo, B. Dean, rending one of BjornsenV plays-V ...... Tho Colony club has taken up a course in drama this winter. ' ' HOLLAND CAFE Sunday Dinner -RELISH. Dlil Plcklos : Ripe Olives - ' -- - ' ' " SOUP ' ' . Chicken Gumbo with Okra." a fish , Fillet Sole, Tartare Sauce. ' ; '' '' ROAST Young Turkey. Sage Dressing with Cranberry Sauce. Prime Ribs of Beef au Jub. : ' VEGETABLES. Steamed Potato Mashed Potato Fresh Spinach. , , SALAD. ' Crab Salad. ' DKSBKRTS. Kuglish Plum Pudding Pumpkin Pie Mince Pie Apple Pio Sunshine Cako. DRINKS - Cottee Tea Milk IOc 40c candy for sale Friday afternoon, De comber -2, in the high school build ing. The candy will In; made bv the domestic science department and the proceeds will be used to help buy uni- liforms for the high school band. An excellent program will be given at ;1 :30 by tlic'pupils, orchestra and band. Those who have heard the hand play feel deeply interested in lliis work and it is hoK-d that all par ents and friends of the school mav hopcind generously. Two very enjoyable musicales were (liven rriduy evening, und Saturday afternoon by pupils of Fred Alton llaight in the chapel of the Presby terian church. Miss Bess Bryan, Ed ward Charles l out and Bliss Heine H-Mvl.cd in the musicals. ' Mrs. C. R. Welsh and daughter. Mis Mildred, of Oakland, Cal., are csli home-made Corimiek, Mrs. Patterson, Miss Hub bard, Leonard Carpenter, Alfred Car penter, Mr. and Mrs Walter Bownc. The Lady Elks will hold n luncheon and card party on December 29 nt the Elks temple at 1 :3(J o'clock. All Lady Elks are urged to be present. Those wishing to attend please notify Mrs. Ous Newbury or Mrs. Jonas Wold by December 22. . Mrs. S. C. Hnninker has returned to Ashland after visiiing her friend. Mrs. Eva Morton, of Phoenix. She expects to leave soon for her home at Blv, Ore. The Christian Endeavor society of the Presbyterian church will give social in the church this evening. A Inrge crowd and a good time is an ticipated. t Mr. nnd Mrs. Glenn Conwell were (ending the holidays w ith Mr. and dinner guests of the Misses Zora and Mrs! S. . Ilnllis i Mr. and Mrs. .1. P. Mhurchill and I'ercy W. Churchill of Vreka, Cal., have been spending die week here the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Walthier. Mrs. O. C. Bimgs entertained La jiSaneiii club tin-, ntteraoon at her ionic on South Outline .street. I erna Onttm Thursday evening at I their home on South Laurel street. The Junior Shakespeare club met with Miss Catherine Deuel Wednes day evening. Mrs. L. A. King spent Sunday in Ashland with her daughter, Mrs. D. M. Walt, II' X A fife) itmi&a Wj! Jtlilkr lircs "Miller" Geared to the Road Tires Try a "Miller" this time; as good as they look Rrthorte Rrnc W k. Illllllil 1.1 II1IM. t-J Riverside Garage Splendid Xmas Gifts Direct rrom Our Workshop. Dont aend Your Xmas Urders Away. Buy At Home We show hero but u very few piooes of our work, which make excellent Xmas gifts. They are usetul, praetieul. A piece ot turniture is always acceptable, iney are exeeptionalilv well made ami finished. v ' f j J 3 sizca $3.00 $3.25 1.00 M No. 300... Smoking Cabinet or Fern Stand Price $11.30 11" aquare, ouo drawer .tfrinwwM " 'v:-,;'--u. Tnblo, No, 104 20x30.... Xo. 103, 1513.... No. 100, 12x12.... fcd No. 203 Sew Inff Cabinet 10x10, lias two drawers and roomy lower compartment. Price S3.30. IBS u No. 200. I mbreUa Rack Price $3.00. . ' - ' Mjijlaino Rack No. 308 23" wide 30" hisli Price $3.83 . .. Oh ' P i ; for liookiiuk Candlo-sllcks, Genuine Sialiogany JVIce $1.00 Eachl' '. '.'?.''; No. 211 20 liuJie mIouk- 2 drawers. 1'rleo $2.73. . Made in Fir, Oak, Mnliogiiuy nnd California Itedwood. No. 207 ; Pedestal 30" liigli,'. $3.00 An excellent fern Stand. I ttZ.. - - " o. 103 : Footstool - Priro $1.73 . They have the popular three-eoat dull sh. We would he pleased to have you call and see them. We make anything in woodwork line, from a candlestick to complete sets of Furniture, Store Fix-; The above pieces and others are in stock finish the tures. Millwork, etc., and in any wood desired. Wo also refinish fine old MnlioRany nnd Walnut Furniture. . : ,,'- .; The Pacific Cedar Chest The One Ideal Christmas Gift : Tim, vnnv urif'o rlniirrhrpf frionrl nv Rwcfithcfivt. n "Pacific." Cedar Ohest for Christs- mas. It is a purchase you will never regret, as every woman wants one and wili take pride m owning. . . 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Tlio calilnet u-ork is lii'st-class in every client and each ono has a beautilnl ilull finish. Tlicir many uses, their beauty., and our low., fnctory-to-hoine prices (about half that of eastern liuiiiufacturci-s) coiniuend.tliem to a place in every home. Pacific Codar Clwst No. 80 I3!z10!4xl0. Price $8.30 Pacific Cedar Chest No. 34 20v2.ixl0. Price $12.00 , "Pacific" Cedar Chest ?' No. 37 (Now design, a beauty. Has . two roomy drawers, handy, i tiractlcal. handsome. ' f -.. bengtu 4 ( v.". wiam --. 4 20 'A. heliihth 19 A. Iilce $13.00. "Pacific" Cedar Chest No. 82 length in Vi", width 23", heightli ISM". Very roomy, well bill It nd rc-ry moderately priced. Price $10.00 We haw manv designs and sizes in stock, prices from $8.50 to $29.00. Sold on time payments if you wish. We have sold nearly a thousand of our "Pacific" Cedar V'hests. Order vonrs now for Christmas delivery. Catalogue on request. Pacific Furniture and Fixture Co. "3-"7""y 51 - -