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BEDFORD MAIL TRIBUNE, MEDFOU1), OREGOX. MONDAY. APRIL 11. 1032. PAGE TITREE OLD GOLD QUERY NEW YORK, April llv (Spl.) A nation-wide cash prize contest, ex pected to surpass In Interest all pre vious "battles of the century," will shortly be announced In this news paper. The contest will be conduct ed along the following lines: For the best answers to the ques tion: "What makes the Old Gold Cigarette so popular?' a total of 137, 500.00 will be distributed In cash prizes. Anyone can enter the con test, according to P. Lorlllard com pany, makers of Old Oolds; and every entrant will have an equal opportun ity to win the grand prize of $20, 000.00, or arty of the 106 remaining prizes, which range from $5,000 to $100. The Judges of the contest will be: Anne Morgan, the distinguished social welfare worker, and daughter of the late J. Plerpont Morgan; Irvln 8. Cobb .eminent author and one of the most famous of American short story writers; and Grantland Rice, leading authority on sports. The contest announcements will be carried In the advertising columns of dally newspapers -from coast to coast. Extra mall clerks and a large secretarial staff have been engaged to handle the entries as they come to New York contest headquarters from all parts of the country. The contest marks the opening of an In tensive nation-wide advertising cam paign to familiarize smokers with Old Gold's natural tobacco flavor. First official announcement of the contest Is made today. It will be fol lowed by other announcements dur ing the life of the contest, which will run until May 15th. The winners of "Old Gold's Not a Cough In a Carload Contest" will be announced about July 1st, In order to give the judges and their staffs time to read every submission care fully, no matter how large the entry list. Society and Clubs Edited by Eva Nealon PHOENIX, April 11. (Spl.) Fu neral services for Wm. Rlssue were held at the Presbyterian church here Thursday, with Interment in the Phoenix cemetery beside his wife and three children. Rev. Bennett of Medford preached the services and A. H. Hearn, John Roberta, Lloyd Oolver, Sam Edwards, Bill Wright and Bert Stancllffe acted as pallbearers. Wm. Rlssue was well known by many of the older residents of Phoe nix and valley. As a young man, he came to this valley from California, and 'was raised by Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Wiley at their home on Antelope. After marriage to Miss Arle Williams, he and wife made their home in Phoenix and vicinity, living part of the time on a place near the home owned by Mr. Lamport, on the high way north of Phoenix. For the past 20 years he had made his home tn California. He leaves three daughters and one son, all resi dents of California, all but one of whom were here for the funeral. E CLAI rmic m nior" MILO IU MRIOL LOS ANGELES, April II. (AP) The hour of 3 p. m., passed today without the predicted return of life to the form of John David Guelph of Windsor, claimant to the throne of Brlt4n, declared dead b doctors and undertake but believed to be In a of suspended animation by his family and friends. Filipino Students Travel MANILA. (AP) A shipload of stu dents from the University of the Philippines has completed a 15-day tour of the principal agricultural and commercial sections, studying the natural resources of the Islands. Aged Egptlan Bereft BENI SOUEF, Egypt. ( AP) Ismail Youssel, who claims to be 106 years old, was bereft recently of part of the joys of living when he oat bis last tooth. Now on Display! The New Crosley Electric Refrigerator $119.50 Miss Brannan Finds Old Friend in Medford A pleasant feature of her stay In Medford over the wee k -e no , M Iss Eleanor Doddridge Brannan. associate secretary of the National Council for Prevention of War, stated yesterday, was her reunion with an old friend, Mrs. Frank C. Do rem us, whom she knew 20 years ago in New York. Miss Brannan was distributing pamphlets to her audience at the First Chris tian church Saturday afternoon, when she suddenly came face to face with Mrs. Do rem us, for the first time since their parting In the eastern city. Following her address In Ashland yesterday. Miss Brannan left for the north. She will continue to Portland, stopping In all cities between here and there to deliver lectures. Loral Musicians Entertain at Lecture The large and enthusiastic crowd which attended the lecture of Miss Eleanor Doddridge Brannan at the Christian church Saturday afternoon also enjoyed a lovely progrsm of music, played by two local artists, Mrs. H. E. Marsh and Mrs. H. O. Purucker. They played in duet Men delssohn's Midsummer Night's Dream, arranged by Sidney Smith; and The Bolero, a Spanish dance by Mosv- kowskl. - Elect Miss Snider Member of Honorary Among the ten women on the Uni versity of Oregon campus pledged to membership In Phi Chi Theta, na tional commerce fraternity for wom en, was Miss ' Mary Snider of Med ford. daughter of Mrs. M. Snider. Announcement In the Oregon Em erald, school dally, said formal pledg Ing will take place at a luncheon Wednesday noon. Party of Local Folk Motor to Weed, Cal. Mrs. Wm. Nlkalos and Mrs. Vera Van Dyke spent the week end In Weed, Cal., as guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Broad. They were Joined In the northern California town yester day by Messrs. Van Dyke and Nikalos and Mr. and Mrs. Everett Brayton and Miss Jean Dungey, with whom they motored back to Medford. Mulrheads Return From Portland Visit Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Mulrhead have returned from Portland, where they have been for several weeks. 5 cu. ft. size DENISON Radio Shop 402 E. Main Phone 1520 Mrs. Br Ice Compliments Local Pare nt -Teacher Units Mrs. W. T. Brlce, state president of the Oregon Congress of parents end Teachers, was the main speaker at the April County Council meeting held In this city Saturday. Mrs. Brlce complimented the units in this county on the splendid work done in carrying out the alms and purposes of the national organization. Mrs. Susanne Homes Carter also spoke briefly of her contact with parent-teacher assolatlons and stated that she found the members most helpful In the school activities and welfare work. Mrs. Mabel Mack, home demonstra tion agent, spoke of the study groups formed throughout the county un der the supervision of Mrs. Sarah Prentice of Oregon State college. Mrs. T. P. Tollefson, state vice- president from southern Oregon, told of her visits to many of the units and asked that they feel free to call on her for any assistance she may be able to give. The following enjoyable musical program was given: A violin ensemble of fourteen stu dents from the Institute of Musical education, under the direction of Mr. Levy, played "Patriotic Airs," ''Soror ity Waltz" and Spanish serenade, "Don Juan, 'with Mrs. Levy at the piano. Joyce Banish and Dorothy Gore gave a Russian dance, June Doris a negro clog; Margaret Chllders gave two piano numbers. "Racokzy" and "Rain." Aileen Guy, Mary Roseberry. Doris Rose, La Murle Beck, Grace and Jane Osgood, the girl's sextet from the high school, sang "Songs My Mother Taught Me" and "This False Report," Miss Baldwin accompanying. Mrs. H. E. Harding presided In the absence of Mrs. V. O. N. Smith. The by-laws were amended to have four meetings yearly, namely, October, De oember, February and April. The county wark will be under the able leadership of the lollowlng newly elected officers: Mrs. H. E. Harding, president; Mrs. J. H. Har ker, vice-president; Mrs. O. E. Hoo ver, secretary, and Mrs. Ed Vincent, treasurer; Mrs. V. O. N. Smith and Mrs. G. A. Briscoe, directors. A luncheon was served by Medford council with Mrs H. D. Parvell as general chairman. Bible Class Meets Tuesday Evening The Men's and Women's Bible class will meet at the Y. W. O. A. Tuesday evening. April 12, at 7:30 a'clock. The Passover In Exodus, chapter 12, will be studied, linking up the meaning it has for us today. This Is the out standing chapter of all Exodus, the instructor describes It. and all per sons Interested are Invited to attend. Mrs. E. N. Warner conducts the class. f Garden Club Members Enjoy Book Review A book of much Interest to all flower fanciers was reviewed by Mrs. C. C. Darby at the last meeting of the Medford. Garden club, according to talk In social groups today, who are anxious to start planning their out door living rooms. The boor, writ ten by Ramsey and Lawrence, dealt with the latter subject. The first step necessary In the de velopment of an outdoor living room, Mrs. Darby told her" eager listeners. Is a survey of property and bound-1 aries. une snouia nave a meniai pic ture of the room to be realized bc fort starting work, she pointed out In accordance with the book. The two greatest essentials she listed as llvablllty and privacy. . An interesting comparison of out door and Indoor living room, drawn in the book, was repeated by Mrs. Darby. The walls of the room are matched In the great outdoors by trees and shrubs; the pictures on the walls by the flowers, the heart of the garden. An attractive entrance Is as necessary to the outdoor as the In door living room, Mrs. Darby Inform ed the club members, and beyond the entrance must be an object of attraction, which will draw all guests into the outdoor living room. Many Medford flower , lovers are planning to convert their backyards Into the garden advocated In the Ramsey and Lawrence book, and others have already developed sim ilar outdoor retreats. Plans for a plant sale to be held Friday and Saturday of this week were also made at the Garden club meeting. Mrs. L. Bundy was named chairman of the sale and the place for holding It will be announced soon. Bridge Benefit to Draw Large Crowd Tuesday The Oregon State college club la anticipating a large crowd for the benefit card party to be held at the Senior high school tomorrow evening to raise funds to finance the trip of the local high school band to Oor- vallls for participation tn the state contest. Contract and auction bridge will be played and numerous parties are reported In formation for the evening, Playing will begin at 7:45 o'clock. Table reservations may be made by telephoning Mrs. Chas Glenn Smith at 201-R. On the committees for the evening are Mrs. Smith, Mrs. L- L. Sanders. Mrs. Harold Relchstetn, Miss Kathryn Sweeney, Mrs. Chester Hubbard, Mrs. C. D. Thompson, Mrs. Robert Fowler and Leland Mentzer. Many Churrh Groups To Meet Tuesday One of the most festive meetings tn church circles scheduled for to morrow, according to plans announc ed, la the birthday luncheon planned by the Women's Home Missionary so ciety of the First M. E. church, to be held at the home of Mrs. E. C. Kop pen, on North Oakdale. Each mem ber Is asked to bring a guest and a penny for each year of her ane. The study period will be led by Mrs. Carl Grant. The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Bap tist church will also meet tomorrow, at the home of Mrs. Harry Rlna- barger, 841 East Ninth street, to be the scene of the session. Officers for th year will be elected. Mrs. L. D. Hodgklns will be hostess to Merit circle of the Presbyterian church at her home on Taylor street at 2:30 o'clock, and the East Side circle will meet with Mrs. Charles Gates on Queen Anne for luncheon Music Teachers Meet At Gore Home Tonight Mrs. E. E. Gore will be hostess to members of the Jackson County Music Teachers association at her home on Geneva street this evening. A program has been arranged and plans for observance here of national music week will be discussed. - ... r h r y sa n t h e ni u m CI rele To Hold Initiation Initiation will be held this evening air the meeting of Chrysanthemum circle No. 84. Neighbors of Woodcraft, and a godo attendance Is requested by the committee. TO THE LOWEST FARES Greater Oregon. Woiiwn Meet Tomorrow at Hotel The Medford branch of the Wom en's Oreater Oregon association will meet at the Hotel Medford tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock for regular session. Locally manufactured products will be described by an Interesting speak er. AU women of the valley are in rtied to the meeting and urged to participate In plans to promote south ern Oregon products. C. E. Rally Tomorrow Tomorrow evening a pre-con vent ion Christian Endeavor rally will be con ducted at the Presbyterian church, with a pot -luck supper at 0:30 o'clock. The finals for the poster contest In this district will be held, with regis tration fee being given as the prize. The state convention Is scheduled In Portland, from April 24 to 27. Taylor Visit In Medford Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Taylor of Port land were In Medford yesterday, vis iting A. 8. Rosen bail m and other friends. Mr. Taylor la general pas. senger agent for the Southern Pft. clflc company, with headquarters In Portland. Phoenix Extension Unit Feasts Upon 12-Pound Prize Ham PHOENIX, April 11. (Spl.) Phoe nix extension unit met at the Grange hall last week with 23 ladles present Mrs. Mabel Mack, home demonstra tion agent, was present lylth. helpful suggestions. The final lesson on vegetable cook ery was conducted by Mesdames Flor ence Drake and Mildred Ward, who prepared several very appetizing veg etable dixies, which wero enjoyed during the lunch hour. The 12- pound ham promised to the club se curing the most labels of home prod ucts and won by the Phoenix ladies, was prepared and served at dinner. Individual prizes for labels were awarded as follows: Flr.it prize. Mrs. Florence Drake, who had 220 labels; second prize, Mrs. Enid Caster, 1:10. and third prize to a lady of the Applegate club, who ran a close race to Mrs. Carter. Next meeting of the club will be April 15. In Memorium Miss Pankhurst to Speak at Christian Church on April 14 (Contributed.) Christabel Pankhurst. noted peron sge of Ixjndon, England, will speak at the Presbyterian church, Thurs day, April 14, both afternoon and evening. The afternoon Is especially for women, but all are welcome. Miss Pankhurst has a logical, sane, helpful and 'hopeful message no one can afford to miss. The unusual in terest shown concerning her visit among us throughout all the Rogue River valley Is warranted by the prominence of herself and family throughout all Europe, which gives her a pro stipe and standing that few speakers have. Gandhi Qntttt Gmtt's Milk AHMED ABAB. India. (AP) Ma hat ma Gandhi no longer drinks goafs milk, said his 00-year-old wife, when she came here after a visit to him in Poona Jail Just before she was herself again imprisoned. All cars washed or greased 75c. P. O. Super Service Station. In affectionate remembrance of August H. Sunder man, who passed away April 9. 1931, Sadly missed. Not How did he die? But How did he live? Not What did he gain? But What did he give? Thoae are the units to measure the worth Of a man. as a man. regardless of birth. Not What was his station? But He hart a heart; And Was ever ready to play his Goss given part. He was ever ready with a word of good cheer, To bring back a smile and banish a tear. Not What was his church? Nor What was his creed? But He hart befriended those really In need, Not What did the sketch in the newspaper say, But How did we miss him when he passed away? Phoenix Grange Meets Tuesday PHOENIX. April 11. (Spl.) Regu lar meeting of the Phoenix Grange will be held at the Grange hall Tues day night at 8 o'clock. An Interest ing and entertaining program will be given. All members are urged to be present. Refreshments will be served at the close of the Grange meeting. The Peas- Port rat of distinction leys, opp Holly theater. ,..a nd TASTE BETTER loo! 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