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PIflE WO MEDFOTtD MAIL TRTBTJNT!, BEDFORD, OREGON, SUNDAY, DECEiFBER 18, 1032. Society and Club Events Reviewed for Week Edited by Eoa Nealon Yuletide Plans Bring Lull in Other Interests On. wee from today Medford folk will gather at their favorite lire Idea here and elaewhere to abandon all worries and aurrender to a spirit of good cheer In an atmophero of greena. tinsel and holly, pervaded by the fragrance of flra. For with the alnglng of carols and aacred hymna and the giving and receiving which go with the Yulet'de. aoclety , will respond again to the old, old wish for a "merry Christmas." Plana for the holiday have oon. umeii the time of most people dur lng the put week. ,ew m"" parties however, have been held, Mrs. H. Van Hoevenburg being among those entertaining. 8he Invited to her home to dinner Prtday evening Mr. and Mra. Jack Morrill, Mr. and Mrs. Oaln Robinson and Mr. and Mra. Alfred 8. V. carpenter. Tiie Donald 8. Clarke have already joined the colony aoulhbond for Christmas, leaving Friday by motor with their daughter Nancy to spend Christmas in Santa Barbara. They wlU probably remain In Cal'fornla for a month or alx weeks. The F. Corning Kenlya will leave thla week for Ross. Call!, to be gueats of relatives over Christmas Students are arriving each day from colleges and universities to spend holiday vacations here and & many parties for tneir pieaaur. ... inumi more ,M1.. ... activity in society for the coming week. Mrs. E. MTWilson Elected Worthy Matron, O. E. S. ' Mra. . M. Wilson la the new 'worthy merton of Reamee chapter, p. S. and will head actlvltlea of the chapter for the coming year, suc ceeding Mra. Cornelia Barnes, presid ing worthy matron.. Other officers elected last week by the local chapter are: 0. B- Oatea, worthy patron; Mra. Cries. Gilbert, associate matron; Dr. Tj. L. Banders, associate patron; Mrs. Harry Nordwlck. conductress; Mrs. Brneat Smith, associate conductress; Mra. George Alden, secretary; Mra. John Butler, treasurer. KuehnleHome Scene of Guild Party Monday i The Crater Lake Guild held Ita ChrUtmsa meeting at the home of Mra. L. F. Kuehnle on Monday eve ring. Bach member brought a "White Chrlstmaa" gift and put It on the tree. Mrs. B. N. Warner led a special ly nice devotional service using the ChrUtmsa message as her theme. The program consisted of vocal aolos by uiu Mftnrnrflt Arnold. "Awav In a Manger" and "Sltent Night"; and two piano solos by Mra. H. B. Man. The group greatly enjqyed "Going to the Boo.". The prise In thla feature at traction was won by Mrs. Hugglna. Delicious refreshments were aerved by the hostess. Centner Home Will Be Scene Of Club Party The Oregon Stat College club la among organisations which will ob serve Chrlstmaa thla week. The club will meet Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mra. L. a. Centner on North Orange at 8 o'clock. Each member la asked to bring a gift for the tree. Hosts and hostesses for the occa sion will be Mr. and Mra. Leland MentzeiyMr. and Mrs. Klein Fennell and Mr. and Mrs. B. R. Finch. St. Mark's Sunday School to Observe Christmas Friday Much Interest lu Chrlstmaa plana Is prevalent thla week In all clrclea and the Sunday achool of St. Mark'a Episcopal church la among those which will entertain with Christmas tree and entertainment. Friday, De cember 38, haa been announced aa date for the affair and a program of carola and tableaux, appropriate to the holy Chrlstmaatlde, will be presented. Parents are Invited and In ac cordance with a custom of many yeara, each pupil la asked to bring a gift for the Chrlstmaa tree to be distributed to the needy during the holidays. Porters to flare Guests for llolldayas Mra. Alvln Jones and eon Cralgh ton Jones, and alster Mtas Cralgh ton, are expected thla week from Gervata to spend the Chrlstmaa holt daya with Mrs. Jonea' daughter, Mra. Jack Porter. Mlaa Cralghton la known through out the state for her success as a flower culturlst and the gardens at the Jonea country home li among the ahow places of the Salem dis trict, i Miss ttnider " Home trom bcnooi Mlaa Mary Snider arrived home Friday evening to spend the Chrlst maa vacation with her mother, Mrs. nauu Diuucr, Rnq Dromer, tfnnn. m)m j oniaer is a student at the University of Oregon. Mln Butler Arrives Todav MM Arllene Butler wilt arrive In! Medford thla morning from Longvlew. ' Washington, to spend the Christmas holidays at the home of her parents, j Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Butler, at 919 But ! Main street. Mlaa Butler Is an In- atructor in the Longvlew high achool. j fegret of Honor Te Have Party I The Degree of Honor will meet for ! a Christmas party December 31 in I Labor hall at 8 orlork. A large at- I tendance and a Jolly evening are ' anticipated, I Back From Europe r Mrs. Helen Willi Moody, queen of the tennis court, arrived In New York after a long etay In Europe, (Associated Press Photo) Misses Boyle Ask Friends to Home For Sunday Event M1M8 Margaret and Gertrude Boyle wlU entertain tftls evening with a party for the pleiuiure of the younger set and have invited for the occasion: Misses Anna Mae Pu son, Margnret Warner, Barbara Wall, Doris Pat ton, Helen Patton, Jean Quisenberry, Ruby Stone, Helen Mo Alllnter, Tens Merrill, Lou In Blrod. Alice Prock, Put Cnrlon, Htlon Hol brook, Marjory Paley, Sussette 8tn nett, Mollle Brown, Barbara Schmidt, Marguerite Boyle, Jean Hamilton and Ocrtrude Boyle, and Messrs. Max Car ter, Tommy Fuson, Dick Sleight, Tommy White, Connie Latham. Noel Benson, Bmll Mohr, Oeorge Ander son, Bob Prentice, Dick eieeter, Joe Pierce, Dick Brown, Phil Qulsenberry. Oene Prock, Bill Oummlngs, Bob Ml nesr, Bob Hlnmnn, Luclen Clement, Dave Lowry and Enrl Llttrell. - Just Polks Circle Greeti finnta Clans A Jolly Christmas party was en Joyed by members of the Just Polks ourcle Thursday, when they met at tho home or Mrs. Wm, Holloway, There were 35 present and an ex change of gifts, carried on. furnished much enjoyment. Buffet luncheon was w rve4 at an attractively arrang ed table. Hostesses were Mesdames Hollowsy,; Trill. Olson and Van der Mark. "Mr.X" Invites You To See The Old Watches Now" On Display at Larry Schade'i Compete (hem with the new walrhrj of today Deautlful new slender Baguetlra for (lie ladles Smart shapes In Men's TTatchee, OUR SELECTION INCLUDES Elgin Tavannos Illinois Larry Schade "Your Favorite Jeweler" Since 1918 Next To Craterian. Since 1918 Program Given at Valley School Is Praised By Many A lovely program, expressive of the true spirit of Christmas, was pre seated at the Vslley school Friday, marking the close of the term for the holiday season. A large and ap preclattve audience attended the Chrlstmaa observance and the mem bers were loud In their praise of the outstanding achievement of the chll dren In which was evidenced the same unusually fine training which has continued during the past sev earl years to bring a superb produe tlon for each Chrlstmaatlde. The Prtday entertainment, arrang- ed and directed by the teachers of the achool, Included two plays and numerous musical numbers which re vived In all present a love for the holiest holiday of all. The "Toy Shop," presented by the younger children of the school, de veloped the Santa Claus Idea, and 'The Children's Shepherd," present ed by the older children, brought out the religious feeling of Christmas In a sincere and Impressive spirit. In the "Toy Shop." all children appeared as dolls. Wheldon Blddle played the role of the abop keeper; Polly Scherer, the lady shopper; Paul Johnsen, Santa Claus; Susan Vilas, Spanish doll; Patsy GeBauer, French doll: Barbara Jean Schuler, Ameri can doll; Betsy Scherer and Billy Patton, Dutch dolls; Gilbert Tumy and Harriet Hart, "Raggedy Ann and Andy"; Patricia Farrell, German doll; Peggy Scherer, Russian doll; Harlow Carpenter, Koweglan doll, and Ruth Joh risen, English doll. Between the two plays the older girls sang carols. In the group were Nsncy Day, Margaret Scherer, Alicia Ruhl, Nancy Clark and Jeanne Sa lads. In "The Children's Shepherd." the Boy David was played by Betty 8a-lade;- the star by Julie Carpenter; Mary, by Nancy Clark; Joseph, by Billy Scherer, and the three shep herds by Deborah Tumy. Wheldon Blddle and Charity Hart. The three kings of the Orient were Nancy Day, Jeanne Salade and Alicia Ruhl. The play was announced by Martha Scherer and Francis We Ills acted as stage manager. Nancy Day and: Jeanne Salade slpo sans Christmas songs behind the scenes, which added much beauty to the production. meaner Class to Have Chrlstmaa Party The Gleaner class of the First Bap tist church rvlll hold a Christmas party at the home of Drs. Carlow, 26 Laurel street, this week. Each mem ber Is asked to bring a covered dish and service for herself and family, also a small inexpensive gift with name enclosed for the Christmas tree. There will be a basket to receive the gifts, after the fun la over. y program and games will be enjoyed Immediately after the luncheon. All Gleaners and families are Invited. ' - Miss Houston Home From southern School Miss Gwendolyn Houston returned yesterday from the University of California, to spend the holidays with hrsr parents, Mr. and Mrs. WlU Hous ton at their ranch home near Gold Hill. ' Home for Holiday With Parents Glenn Slmklns, second year student at Oregon State college arrived Friday evening to spend the holidays with his parents, Dr. and Mrs. O. R. Slm klns. Thr'i smartness beauty in every one of these distinc tive timepieces at extremely moderate prices. From $24.75 upwards! Hamilton Waltham Bulov Miss Patton Honor Guest at Dancing Following Return Complimenting Miss Helen Patton. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton Patton, who returned yesterday from Anna Head school, members of the younger set entertained with a no host dsnclng party last night follow ing the basket ball game. Those enjoying the evening were Misses Margaret Warner, Gertrude Boyle, Marguerite Boyle, Alice Prock, Doris Patton, Helen Patton. Molly Brown and Anna Mae Puson, and Messrs. Tom Puson, Earl Llttrell. Lu clan Clement, Wilton White, Tom White, Conway Latham, Bob Mlnear and Georga Andrews. Gleemen Please Ashland Folk and Local Followers Singing their way Into the hearts of all. who heard them. Just as they thrilled a Medford audience a short time sgo with their spirited presen tation of their first formal concert, members of the Medford Gleemen added a very fine contribution to the opening program of the Llthla theater In Ashland Friday night. Directed by James Stevens, who tunes his very soul to the music, bringing from the singers the best they have to give, and thanking them with his ever present smile, the singers won cheer after cheer from the Ashland audienoe, which was dotted with Medford faces. Many of those who heard the Gleemen here motored to the neighboring city for the second appearance of the chorus. Sebastian Apollo, organist, pianist snd composer, accompanied the Gleemen at the piano as at the concert here, to which he added a number of solos, which were received with hearty applu "The Bella or St. Mary's.'1 one of the most en thusiastically received numbers here and at Ashland, was sung with the piano Innovation of chimes, arranged by Mr. Apollo. And the feature number by Fletcher Pish proved as popular In Ashland as here, winning a rood laugh from the Llthla city. Following reports of the success of the Ashland appearance, Medford music lovers were again yesterday clamoring for another local concert and much was said In various circles of Christmas carols. The opinion seems to be general in music groups that Christmas carols, sung by the : Gleemen with James Stevens direct ing and arousing In all that love of music, which Is contagious when he Is on the stage, would do a very great deal toward abolishing the gray days and reviving a real old fash ioned Christmas spirit. Presbyterian Mission Group to Meet The Women'sv Missionary society of the Presbyterian church will meet with Mrs. Iverson at her home on Summit and Fourth streets Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mrs. Reming ton will lead the devotlonals and Mra. Albert will give the current events. A review of the work will also be car ried on. BEGINS Your Credit Is Good At This Store Prince Auto Electrio and Wrecking Co. Tit, IS piste, soar I yr. Si.so Rr-rha. one, oar make tso Generators SI and ap ItH N. Rlterstde. Phone SJJ-H jl Select ( ' g Tour Doll 1 ' i rrom a t ine Selection e College Dance Promised for' Holidays Here Christmas plans for homecoming students are already taking a promi nent location on the social calendar here and among the largest events will be the Oregon State College dance, date of which has not been announced. Dances are being spon sored by the student body through out this state and California to pro vide entertainment for students, alumni and high school folk. Elmer Buckhorn, student body president selected an outstanding Oregon State student from each town to act as chairman of the local func tion and the committee for, and date of. the Medford event, will be an nounced In the near future. - Miss Walker Heads Plans for Holiday Party of B. and P. W. Thursday night members of the Business and Professional Women's club will hold their annual Christmas party. The new club rooms In the city hall will be the scene of this year's event and the party will be In charge of Miss Winifred Walker. In preparation for the affair Miss Walker has called a meeting of the committee for today. One feature of the party, which promises to be very Impressive, will be presentation of the new emblem ceremony. Children's Party Tomorrow Afternoon All mem' irs of the cradle roll and beginner' departments of the Meth odist Episcopal Sunday school are Invited to the party tomorrow after noon from 2 to 4 o'clock in the church parlors. Gifts will be ex changed by the children, and each of the mothers la requested to bring 10 cents toward refreshments. Those wishing additional Informa tion are requested to call Mrs. Harold Warren, 1394-X. Auxiliary to Plan For Community Tree An important meeting of the Aux iliary to the Veterans of Foregn Wars will be held at the armory Monday evening, December 19, at which time final plana will be made for Vie Christmas party given by the veterans and auxiliary for all kiddles of the community of 10 years and younger. All members are urged to be pres ent. Lutheran Ladles' Aid Pjnns Christmas Party lav Ltuwieran jjaaiea nm win mccv In the church parlors, Oakdale at Fourth, Thursday, December 22nd, for a no host Chrlstmaa party. Mrs. C. C. Greaves Is in charge of dec orations and Mrs. Herrlod Is program chairman. Each member Is requested to be present and bring a guest. A happy time la assured. Homer Piatt Arrives This Week Homer Piatt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hal Piatt, who la a junior In Stan ford university, will arrlvo this week to spend the holidays In Medford. 1 MONDAY MORNING Given Away To Every Person Making a Purchase in Our Store (Not Including Our Toy Dept.) Over 100 Dolls In This Lot So BUY AT ONCE Ore and Bullion Purchased WILD B ERG BROS. SMHLT1NG REPINING CO. Otoi 74 Mark Sc,Sin Fnnoaco PUati South 5n Fri Mrs. Hon Named Alpha Delta Head Officers for the coming year were elected Friday evening at the annual Chrlstmaa party of the Alpha Delta clasa of the First Christian church, with Mrs,. C. M. Hon being named president, Mra. David Hood, vice president; Mra. R. I. Ray, secretary treasurer; Mro. Maybelle Church, teacher; and Mra. P. C. Latham, sub stitute teacher. Membera of the class had as guests, their husbands, and during the eve ning gilts were distributed from the Chrlstmaa tree. Games and readings were Included on the program and carols were sung by the group. A chill aupper was enjoyed at the close of the evening. During the business session, gifts of food were considered for the bas kets to be distributed Chrlstmaa for the needy. Presbyterian Sunday School Plans Program The Chrlstmaa entertainment of the Presbyterian Sunday school will be held Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock and Santa Claus la expected to arrive at an early hour In the person of C. E. Oatea. A candy treat and a short program will be Included In the evenlng'e schedule. "The Manger" will be presented by Mrs. W. J. Howell's group, and the primary department, under direction of Mrs. Fredericks Glascock, will give a num ber of songs and recitations. The Junior class, with Miss Eliza beth Burr aa director, wlU present "Why the Chimes Rang. The In termediate department will entertain with a surprise number and la di rected by Mrs. Frank R. Hagerty. "White Chrlstmaa" will be observed following the program and each per son Is asked to bring something In non-perishable food for the needy. Mrs. Roberts, Vloatess To IMptlat Auxiliary Mrs. W. D. Roberts was hostess to the ladles auxiliary of the First Bap tist church December 16. the presi dent, Mrs, F. O. Stlnson presiding. The program opened with "Joy to the World." and davotionala were led by Mrs. P. H. Dally, who read the Christ mas story by Luke. Mrs. Lois Young of Central Point also entertained with a solo and was later Introduced, with Miss Gentsvleve Brown by Mrs. N. A. Mead and gave two readings. Miss Brown played two piano solos and Mrs. Young entertained with two vocal solos. The committee presented the guests with a Christmas gift and Mra. Young and Miss Brown entertained with a vocal duet at the close of the meet ing. Auxiliary Culls Special Meeting The Ladles' Auxiliary to Crater Lake Aerlo No. 2093. Fraternal Order or Eagle are calling a special meeting of members at their hall. Sunday, De. ccmber 18th at one o'clock. On Mon day evening at 7:30 there will be a rehearsal for the Chrlstmaa program and on Wednesday evening at 7:30 a dress rehearsal will be held. All members of the auxiliary are urged t? be present at each and every one of these meetings. FREE FREE A Fine Big DOLL Values to S2.25 Or a 30-Inch TRAIN I Severin Battery Service Medford Made Batteries e-volt, lj-plate, 1 year fneran tee. tSAO Re-nound Armatures $1 op Rerharee 30c. Oar Make t5e lv;t N, interfile Phone 390 Mrs. Wahl Honors Mother at Dinner Party on Tuesday Mra. Fred E. Wahl was hostess at dinner Tuesday, at her home honor ing the birthday of her mother, Mrs. L. E. Roe, and the blrthdaya of Rev. W. R. Batrd. Mra. Sam Krause and Mra. W. P. Andrews. Twenty-three gueata were Invited for the occasion and were seated at two tables. A large birthday ' cake, decorated with red and green candlea added much to the attractiveness of the tablea. Partners were chosen for dinner by little lyrics, and following dinner, games were enjoyed and readlnga by Rev. Balrd added much to the enter tainment. Splendid Program At St. Mary's Set For Tuesday Eve. A delightful Chrlstmaa program, which will make all believe "There la a Santa Claus," la promised for Tuesday evening, December 20, at St. Mary's academy, where the atudenfe will observe the holiday. The pro gram win open at 8:15 o'clock and all fiends of the achool are extended a cordial Invitation to attend. For the past several days the stu dents have been busily preparing cos tumes for the operetta and play to be presented and all the glitter and color of the Yul.tide season will predominate In the decorations and special events of the evening. A quaint and fantastic operetta, "In Quest of Santa Claus." will be presented by the grade pupils. The first scene will open with a naughty little girl in search of the Jolly old fellow wandering through a land of rabbits, anowflakea and brownies. Each one fthe asks to take her to Santa Claus, but all refuse because she has "been bad." Journeying further Into the forest she meets sunbeams, soldiers and dolls and they, too, refuse to show her the way. Finally, after a stop at the Wongaloo'a home, the happy ending comes with all characters gathered around Santa, Claus. A play, "Th Cherry Bougft," also appropriate to the season, will, be presented by the high achool stu dents. It Is based on a favorite le gend and laid under eastern skies In the land of Palestine and numer ous Biblical charactera are Introduc ed. Patronize homo Industry. Buy Whltelaw's Chocolates. Keep that money at home. Gifts to Wear Will Please "Her" If They Come From Silk Pajamas Beautiful lace trimmed and tailored French finest silk crepe pajamas. Xinas special, - $2.95 and $3.95 Bias Slips iauorea ana lace inmmca Special Satin Bias Slips Lace trimmed and tailored. peach, pink. Christmas Silk Gown; Give 1 Wearable (lifts VA Dainty tailored or lace trimmed styles in (tj an white, pink, 101 S. Central Local Team Feted At Turkey Dinner ' Wednesday Evening Mr. and Mrs. Darwin K. Burgher and Mr. and Mra. Ed Klrtley with th Medford Tigers were the guests Wed nesday evening, Dec. 14 of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Bennett and Mr. and Mra. Carl Flchtner at the lattert home, 913 8. Holly, where a turkey dinner was seTved at a large banquet table, where covera were placed for thirty guests. The Tiger predominated In decorations and the school colors of black and gold were used. Coach Burgher gave a very Inspira tional talk to the boys and expressed his appreciation to the hostesses. Mr. Klrtley also expressed his apprecia tion and each boy responded with a few words telling how he enjoyed working for his coaches and achool, some saying how they regretted not-" coming back next year. The boys expressed their apprecia tion of the dinner by giving a yell and singing a number of their school songs. Mrs. Burgher and Mra. Klrtley gave short talka and the hostesses were also called on. Clyde Flchtner, captain of the team thla season, act ed as toastmacter. Loleta and Edward Bennett. Grace Osgood and Elizabeth Dally assisted In the preparatlona. Through the kindness of KMED the Victory song was played and dedica ted to the Tigers during dinner. Daughters Union Veterans Observe Birthday at Tent At the regular meeting of the a. Daughtera of Union Veterans, Friday evening the tent observed the birth day of the organization. The first tent was In Washington. D. C, 47 years Bgo and waa called "Mrs. Wm. McKinley" In recognition of President McKlnley's assistance. The tent In Medford was organized Dec. 3, 1023. It was named for Etta Duell Hubba who had been a nurse In the Civil war. She was mother of A. W. Hubbs of North Central. Mrs. Guyer and Mrs. Rogers made birthday cakes and with Miss Cox acted as hostesses. Wenonah Club " Uns Card Tarty The Wenonah club held Its regular monthly card party at the home of Huldah Thurman Thursday after noon. There were four tablea of bridge and winning scores were held by Esther Dooms and Sarah Tolls. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Fidelia Piatt Dance Sets Beautiful new silk dance sets. Novelty styles in lace trims. Xmas special, $1.95 and $2.95 HOSIERY Gotham Gold Stripe Hosiery Every girl and woman appreciates hosiery for Xmas. Sheer chiffon, srirlce weight In new colors, sizes 8'4 to ln'4. Xmas special 75c $1 $1.35 $1.65 Gotham Adjustable Silk Stockings r.lTe a pair of these lorely silk Rtocklnss. They fit every lensth of If. New fall and winter colors, slies S'l, to I0J4. Special $1 $1.35 $1.65 98 sups, unnstmas Colors flesh, special $.98 $1.95 to tea rose. Christmas special tpOeeVeJ Phone 28
