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arEDFORfl MATL TRTBTJNE. MEDFORD, OREGON". SUNDAY.; MAT 13, 1934. 4,.."a,a.. Society and Club Events Reviewed for Week Edited by Eva Nealon Hamilton FftOE TWO Mercer-Greenleaf Wedding at Yuma Is Announced Here Announcement hM been Issued of the marriage April 38. In Yuma, Arte., of Mlas Jane Mercer, aaugnier 01 ri, O. Mercer Mlaktmln of Loe Angeles and tee Orcenleaf, on of Mr. and Mra. W. Ij. Qreenleaf, who reside on the Old Stage road near MedJord. Mra. Oreenleaf waa a popular atu- dent at Oregon State college, where ahe majored In dramatlca. She waa affiliated with Kappa Alpha, Theta sorority on the campus, since neing graduated from eohool, Mrs. Oreen leaf has played a number of part In motion pictures for Warner Brothers atudlo. A graduate of Medford high school and the engineering school at Oregon State, college,- where he belonged to Delta. UdsIIoii fraternity. Mr. oreeiv leaf la now an Inspector with the Metropolitan . Water department. Sine going to Los Angeles, Mr, Oreenleaf haa taken a prominent cart In nolo activities. They plan to make their home at Morengo Valley Inn, a resort near Mr. Orecnleaf'a work. Elect Mrs. Swartz Leader in District The twelfth annual convention of District No. 4, Pythian Sisters waa held in Roseburg, May o. The afternoon session waa held In the K. of p. hall with all temples represented and vlsltora from Van couver, Wash., and Bend, pacific .Temple No, 49 of Bandon waa taken into District No. 4. Mamie Bennett of Bend, grand chief of Oregon, Mabel Roberta, past supreme representative, and Ella O. Wortman, senior supreme represen tative of Medford, were present and were given grand honors, also beauti ful coraagea. Officers elected for the coming year were: District deputy grand ohlef, Adelaide Swarte, Medford; senior, Neva Wlmer, drante Fasa; Junior, Gertrude Jones, Oranta Paas; man ager, Anna Jaqua, Medford; secretary, Lillian Moffatt; treasurer. Fay Mc Queen, Oranta Paas; protector, Austla Barneburg, Medford; guard, Eletae Haamuaeon, Bandon. The beautiful and Impressive me morial services were conducted by Thermoplae Temple No. 37, Oranta Pass. The officers and staff of Talisman Temple 40. Medford, exemplified the ladles' Initiation In a moat creditable manner and Were highly praised by the grand chief. The 1936 convention will be held In Medford. Mother's Club M Plana Card Party ' Mother's Club of the Sacred Heart church will have a card party on Wednesday evening at eight o'clock, It haa been announced, Dessert Bridge Enjoyed by Club ' Mliui Helen Noyes, Mrs. Rena Collie and Mrs. D. D. Huntress were hos tesses Friday night at the letter's home at a party for members of their bridge club. Dessert bridge wsa en Joyed with three tables In play. Prises at carda were awarded Misses Bernlce 0111 and Ellcabeth Wateon and Mra. Orvllle Shores. MIm Durr to linlerlaln Travel Study Club The Travel Study olub will meet Monday afternoon at two o'clock with Mlsa Elizabeth Burr on Orchard Horn drive. Mrs. J. O. Orey will present the paper on "Religion and Art", and Mra. N. O. Chaney will give the book review. Those desiring transportation are asked to coll Mra, .. Walter Prater Brown, 1173-J.. Plans of Chorus Are Progressing : - , The chorus, which will sing at the religious servlcea opening the Oregon Diamond Jubilee, In three weeks, has already started rehearsals, aa has the band, r , It la hoped that all singers In the county,1 whether members of church choirs or not, will offer their service for this chorus, Elsie Carteton Strang, organizer,' said yesteday, ' Rehearsals are being held In sev eral widely separated placea, so that alngera may participate without going a great distance. Information con cerning these rehearsals may be ob tained from Mra. Strang by telephon ing 1288-1,. Jamea Stevens will- direct the chorus at the fair grounds the eve nlng of June 8, and F. Wilson Wslt will direct the bsnd. Epivorth League Names New Officers At the meeting Monday evening of the Epworth League of the First Methodist church. Marvin Burk was elected president for the coming year. Miss 1 Joyce Bsnlsh, president during the past year, was In charge of the meeting. ' The nominating committee, MM Banton. Jesn Ollllngs, Rev. Joseph Knott. Lester Faye and Olaf Sever son, presented names of candidates, and other nominations were . made from the floor. . Others elected were; Helen Power, first vice president; Frances Combe, second- vice president; Eleanor Pot fenbarger, third vice president; Olaf Severson, fourth Vic president! And rew Beverson, ' secretary; . Dwlght Short, treasurer! John Koppen. song leader, and Miss Bnnlsh, ptsnlst. Installation, aa planned, will tAe place Sunday morning. May 37, with Reverend Kootta officiating. DR. R. P. COLEMAN Chiropractic and Phjilotherapy Oregon Met nt 364 California Uremic 3019 14 Vears in Mrdford, 0r. In Recital f . f .'..J t?f ' It , If J I i " " ' ' ' - Jane Tliacher An outstanding artist of the Pa cific coast, Jane Thacher, professor of piano at the University of Oregon, will be In Medford on Friday, May 18, to appear In recital at the Bald win Piano shop, 318 West Main street, It was announced yesterday. Thla will be Mrs. ' Thacher's first presentation for musical circles and It la expected that many Interested persona from all parts of the valley will be In attendance. Mra. Thacher Is widely known for her artistic pre sentations, and her recital April 38 at the school of music auditorium on the university campus In Eugene waa highly acclaimed In press notices. Mrs. Thacher, who has been with the university school of music for many yeara, was a pupil of Lechetlfc sky when studying In Vienna. Her husband, Goodwin Thacher of the university, Is well known for his short story writing. Series of Parties Announces Wedding Of Miss Brittisan A series of parties was given dur ing the past two woeks. at which the marriage of Mis Mnrgaret Brit tisan to W. L. Stutaford, an event of February 34, waa, announced to frtenda and relatives of the couple. Laat Monday Mra. Stutaford enter tained at a 4:30 o'clock tea, to which ten guests wore invited. Each was preaented ft corstago or lorgot-mo-nots, sunburst roses and aweet alya sum, by little Shirley Ann Poster. The announcement were given out by Ronald Brittisan, small brother of Mrs. Stuf iford. Twelve guests were Invited for luncheon the pre coding Tuesday and Wednesday, and each of the gueatt received a lovely corsage, and an announcement of the wedding. On Tuesday the prise during the after noon went to Mra. Cornatead, and on Wednesday, to Mrs. P. L. Spencer Mra. Stutaford, assisted by Mian Eva Zler of Walla Walla, entertained at brMge on Wednesday evening, ten gueat being invited. First prlae went to Mra. RInabarger and consolation to Mra. L. T. Brittisan of Central Point. Sixteen guests were Invited for bridge Friday afternoon to Mrs. 8tu ta ford's home, and the announce ment of" the marriage waa made at the party. Mrs. Cieor was given first prlte and Mrs. Grcevea of General Point waa given the consolation prise. Snapdragons, rosea and pinks were used In decorating the rooms. . Mr. and Mra. Stutaford are making their home in Medford, where Mr. Stutaford Is employed. M Miss Ruth I.uV Entertains for Class , Miss Ruth Luy entertained Friday evening at her studio for members of her ballroom dancing class. MIm I. tin tin I .mice In Han Francisco . Word has been received in Medford by Mlas Ruth Luy that her former student, MIm Zoe Dell Lantls, la now dancing at the Klt-Kat club In Snn Francisco In special features. V Mlsa Lantls studied with MIm Luy for ceveral years, and for the past two yeara has been assisting the local In structor with her classes for young children. . Mrs. Train Hoste. At Mother's Pay Party Mrs. Herbert Craln entertained with a Mother's day party Thursday after noon at her home on Mistletoe street honovlng her mother, Mrs. E. A, Mey ers of Portland, and her mother-in-Inw. Mrs. John W. Moore of Wilder, Idaho. The rooms were tastefully, decorat ed with snapdragons. Iris and colum bine. Games and a short program were enjoyed by the ladles, after which the honor guests were pre sented lovely gifts. Those present were: Mrs. W. C. Dfgerness, Mrs, Sayl Burres, Mrs. Ora Butrea, Mrs. Jack Mosd. Mrs. Claude j Ollstrap, Mrs. Will McGowan, Mrs. I Larry Juniper, Mrs. George Blgler, Mrs. Roy Ouycr. Mra. Meyers, Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Craln. A Bulova Watch For Graduation Will Pleas Any Boy or Oirl Crater Lake Guild Hears Program of Music Monday Eve In keeping with National Music week, the program presented Monday evening at the Crater Lake Qui Id meeting waa entirely devoted to music. The meeting was held at the' home of Mrs. Lawrence Pennington on the Jacksonville highway. Mrs. Jamea W, Qrlgsby and . Mrs. Gerald Barr sang a duet, "The Garden- of Prayer," after which little Mlsa Alice Brill, accompanied by Mrs. Brill, played two violin solos, selec tions from "The Bohemian Girl" and "Moto Perpetuo." Miss Betty Jane Pennington gave "Manhattan Seronade" aa a piano solo, and Miss Margaret Pennington sang "Riptide" and "This Little Pig gle Went to Market." "Impromptu", in 0 Sharp Minor, by Chopin, and Percy Granger's ar rangement of "Londonderry Airs" were played at the piano by Miss Imogene Wallace. Mrs. Walter Frazer Brown gave paper on music. She was assisted by Mrtj, Darrel Huson, who sang ballads to illustrate types of music, using "Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes" "Steal Away" and "A Home on the Range." ' Also as a part of this feature, Mrs. Huson conducted a singing school with the negro spiritual, "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot", being used. The "school" closed, with "The Star. Span gled Banner." Mrs. Esther Merrltt Sanderson sang "God Touched the Rose" and "Sweet est Story Ever Told." Two piano solos "La Campanella". by Liszt, and "Fourth Mazurka" by Godard were played by Cyril Sander. Refreshments were served by the hostesses. Mrs. Everett Faber, Mrs. Emily Dynan and Mrs. Cool. Lady Elks to Meet At Temple Tuesday Lady Elks will meet at the Elks Temple Tuesday afternoon for bridge, pool and bowling. Mra. Harry Barne burg will be hostess for the after noon, . Plan Swimming Parties This Week Groups of students at the Junior high school have planned swimming parties for this week. The Civics club and the ninth grade will have party on Friday. Also this week the cast of the operetta, "Crocodile Island", will have a party. 1 Flower Shower -Honors Mrs. Baker A surprise flowor shower, honoring the birthday of Mrs. S. I. Baker, pio neer of Jackson county, was given Friday afternoon by Mesdames Ches ter Baker, W. R. Bullock and Harry Baker, at the latter's home. The rooms- were decorated with lovely spring flowers and the honor guest was the recipient of many bou quets and potted plants. The afternoon wsa pleasantly apent In conversation during which - the honor guest related many Interesting stories of early days. Refreshments were served, ' including a birthday cako lighted with many candles. Guests for the afternoon were Mrs. S. I. Baker, Mrs. I. N. MrCollom, Mra. G. W. Oliver, Mrs. R. I. Foray the, Mrs. A. Pederson, Mrs C. Knudsen, Bernlce-Baker, and the hostesses ; Triangle Members Entertain Mathers The Triangle club of the First Christian church held Its program for; the mothers, Tuesday, in the recreation hnll of the church. The regular business meeting waa held during which officers for the coming year were elected. They were: Mildred Buckles, re-elected president; vice-president, Dick Frsley; secretary, lone Kindred and treasurer, Neal Curry. The group leaders are: Price Shafer, Bruce Ruff and Dorothy Buchter. Mrs, Marsh Is the advisor for the society. Three special numbers were given, a violin solo, "In the Garden," by Bruce Ruff, accompanied by Elsie Penwell; a vocal solo entitled "Dear Uttls Mother of Mine," by Morguor It Luman, and a piano solo, "An' dantlno" in D Flat, by Mildred Buckles. After the business meeting the president turned the meeting over to Dick Fraley s group. Several members gave talks: "Have Missions Failed.' by Mildred Buckles; "The Require ments of a Good Missionary," by Larry Grantham, and "Educatton," by Price Shafer. The scripture was read by Dorothy Buchter. The chair waa then turned back to the presi dent, who asked for speeches from several of the guests. Many mothers were present and each was given a corsage as ahe en tered the door. Disappointment was expressed that Mrs. F. J. Wllmot, district secretary tor the missionary societies, could not be present. After the meeting refreshment were served. Fountain Lunches Gardner Drugs 1 Virginia Frederick Will Wed in June Mr. and. Mrs. D. O. Frederick of this city announce the . engagement of their daughter. Miss Virginia, to Noel Kellogg, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Kellogg of Medford. The wedding date haa been set for June 10. Mother's Day Tea Is Event of Friday Sunny Bisters Circle of the Pres byterian church entertained Friday afternoon in the church parlors with a Mother's day tea, and a delight ful program, In charge of Mrs. J. H. Cochran. The hymn, "Sweet - By and By," was sung by all present, with Mrs. Maurlne Duncan accompanying. De votions were given by Mrs. N. C. Howard. Mrs. R. C. Mulholland, ac companied by Mrs. Duncan and Mrs. C. I. Drummond playing the violin, sang "Thoughts of Home" and "My Little Nigger Baby." Mrs. I.: E. Schuler's reading "The Wills" by Barrie was greatly enjoyed by those In attendance. Mrs. Drum mond played two violin solos, with accompaniment by Mrs. Duncan. They were "The Wild Rose" and "The Song My Mother Taught Me.", Mary Louise McElhose, at the piano, delighted the audience with "The Donnybrook Fair," and an encore number. Aa the guests arrived, they were each 'presented a rose lri memory of mother. The rooms were gay with spring flowers', arranged by Mrs. G. Q. D'Alblnl, Mra.Mark Wright, Mrs. Louis Brown, Mrs. George West and Mrs. Ralph Sweeney. Presiding at the two beautifully decorated tea tables were Mra. N. C. Howard and Mrs. P. S. Carpenter. , Lady Kl anions Finn , Luncheon Meet hip Mra. - R. G. Fowler will ,be hostess tomorrow to Lady Klwanlans, at her home on King's highway for a lunch eon meeting. Assisting her will be Mrs. E, A. Faber, Mrs. F. C. Dlllnrd, Mrs. Jack' Port and Mrs. Maxwell Pelrce. , Klamath Falls Shrlner Plan Vance for Thursday . An Invitation haa been extended to all Shrlners In southern- Oregon to attend the Informal dance Thursday evening. May 17 at the Wlllard hotel In Klamath Falls, being given by the ! Shrlners In that city. ' I A colorful event la being planned, and it Is expected a large number will attend from this district. ' Dted Lighten Her Kitchen "T'S no fun mer months . . You Miss Roseberry Is Bride on Thursday of Mr. Fitzsimmon At a ceremony performedsj Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the home of her parents.. Mlas Lorraine Rose berry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tho mas Roseberry was wed to H. P. Flte slmmon of Medford, eon of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Fitzsimmon of West Branch, Iowa; with Rev. W. R. Balrd, pastor of the First Christian church officiating. The bride was attired in a travel ing suit of turquoise blue, with white accessories, while her attendant. Miss Lyla Young wore a suit of a tan shade. Clarence Smith attended the groom. Following the ceremony, a recep tion was held for the wedding guests, Including relatives and a few friends. The table was decorated in pink and white, and baskets of flowers were arranged about the rooms. . Mr. and Mrs. Fitzsimmon, who are now on a wedding trip to the coast, plan to make their home in Medford. Nevita Chapter -Meeting Wednesday Nevita Chapter, Past Matrons, will meet at two o'clock Wednesday after- noon, with Mrs. Ernest Scott at her home In Central Point. Assisting her as hostess will be Mrs. E. O. Faber, . ' -Mrs. Knox Hostess To Baptist Ladles The Ladles' Auxiliary of the First Baptist church held a combined busi ness and missionary meeting at the home of Mrs. L. J. Knox on Portland avenue Tuesday afternoon. The meeting was called to order by the president. Mrs. Joseph Lester, and all joined In singing "Take Time To Be Holy". Mrs.- Lester read a portion of the fourth chapter of James, followed with prayers by Mrs. Borrett and Mrs.- Fowler. Reports were given on the association meet ing which was held In Ashland May 1 and 2. Prayers were then given by Mrs. Stickland and Mrs. Howell. The following program was In the charge Of the missionary, chairman, Mrs. R. Li Hague; "Japanese Work. In Seattle," by Mra. J. L. Ely; "Missionary Work in Sacramento", by Mrs. W. D. Roberts: "Inter-racial Evangelization" by "Mrs.' W. L. Jones; "Mothers and Children of Other Lands' by Mrs. L.' J. Knox. Roll call was answered by a verse of scripture or a current event from missioned Closing prayer was by Mrs. Howell. ' The social committee for the after noon consisted, of Mesdames Ander son, Alvord, Brock, and Bowling. , DAY FLUHRER'S baking bread during the long, . . . why not make a rule Imer months . . . Why not make a rule on I , ; . N , - 1 vk ( , ! .1 I Mother's Day and put an end to homo baking ' . f fil m , . - . . , 's V I Mother's Day and put an end to homo baking will find it more economical in long run to got the "Spun Bread" habit . . . and every member of the family will thoroughly enjoy the rich flavor of this sensational new bread. Frances Mullen, Pianist, With Gleemen s Concert There will be a real treat in store for Medford and valley music lovers tomorrow night, when Frances Mul len, pianist, sits down to the keys at the concert at the high school audi torium, appearing with the Medford Gleemen and Dorothy Wagner, dan cer. For Miss Mullen, the critics recite, has- unusually fine planlstlc gifts, developed by the finest teachers In America and later by several years study In Europe. And has since her return to the states, won high favor with the musical public by her nu merous appearances with prominent clubs, colleges and other organiza tions. She plays with a brilliance born of natural ability, directed by the mast- l-ers In the paths that music lovers prefer, those who have heard her, claim, advising southern Oregonlans to go and listen. Three years with the Metropolitan opera ballet, three years In musical comedy, , a tour of Spain and Portu gal, a coast to coast tour with the Michlo Ito company also make up an adequately tempting recommen dation for Dorothy Wagner, In addition to all this the Glee men have prepared an entirely new Luncheon Today In Honor Mrs Herman Mrs. C. N. Black la entertaining at luncheon today for a group of friends at the Black lodge on Rogue river, honoring her aon-ln-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Her man of SsnFranclsco who have been the guests of Captain and Mrs. Black during tbe past week. Mr. and Mrs. Herman plan to leave Monday for their home In Snn. Fran cisco. Invite Mother To L. T. L. Program The members of the L. T. L. under the direction of Mrs. Guy Cox, will entertain their mothers, Monday afternoon, May 11 at four o'clock at the Girls' Community club rooms on North Bartlett street. A program of music, games, and a playlet will be given. Refreshments will be served. This is a group of twenty girls ages ten to fourteen who- meet twice monthly, for tbe study of scientific temperance.. Drudeem sum on the program to whet the local appetite for. music and the- male voices are described as "at their best for the spring concert." James Stevens, di rector, has said sot which Is proof enough for most folk. Mrs. Fairchild Is Honored at Bridge Mrs. T. E. Knackstedt entertained Wednesday with three tables of bridge in fconor of "her mother, airs. Ben H. Fairchild of Yreka, Calif., who has been visiting her for the past two weeks. Prizes were won by Miss Mary Jackson and Mrs. Harry RInabarger. The guests were! Mrs. Ralph Jones, Mrs. Raymond Refer, Mrs. RInabarger Mrs. Hugh Ford,' Mrs. Poster Cone, Mrs. Jack Simpson, Mrs. L. C. Taylor, Mrs. Nick. Kime,- Miss Jackson, Miss Mildred Anne Willette and Mrs. Pair child. 1 study club To Conduct Election on Wednesday - Annual election of the Wednesday Study club will be held this week, when the group meets at the Wo men's club rooms In the city hall, at one o'clock for a covered dish luncheon. Each member Is requested to bring her own service. Members are asked to bring a list of the best books read by them dur-1 lng the past year. Start Now Academy Students Please Audience in Colorful Operetta A melodious and tuneful operetta with unusually fine chorus work for finale, waa enjoyed by Medford folk, who gathered at St. Mary's academy Tuesday evening for presentation of The Mysterious Master, which also represented a tremendous amount of fine work on the part of student and faculty. Intermissions in the production were filled with music by Elaine Bro phy, at the harp, and Esther Alexan der, at the violin, the latter acconv pan led by Oracle Lou Ivanhoe, at th piano. In the cast, which Inspired enthu siastic applause from the audience were: The Master Paul Sakraldsi The Housekeeper Jeanne RanCoura The Butler. ...... Jack Marshall The Gardener. Warren Loffer The Coachman. ... John Estea The Cook Cecil BlaylocH Rastus, Valet to the Master... John Apptegata Maids Ophelia Gertrude Louis Cornel la,. ...... ...Gerald 1 ne Wl Ik In son Adelta ...... Jean Barnura Decorators Pierre ...MacDonald Devaney Jacques Chester Login Jeanne Thomas Da 11 aire Detectives Sleuth Ferret Gumshoe m Pirate Jo...... Norman Moty Joseph Denman Frederick Kempke Elsie Oliver Pirate Mo Lucille Estei Gardeners Sydney Brown, France Glnet, Betty Hunter, Lucille Estea, Margaret Wolgamott, Emma Phlppa, Tessle .O'Connor, Antoinette Konop, Virginia. Glnet, Margaret Dugan, Em ma Jean Houston, Josephine Hunter, Charity Hart, Mary Sakralda, An nette Konop, Frank Grltsch, Georgsi Gltzen, James Bobbett and Robert Kempke; - Maids Katherine Oliver, Mary Dallalre, Leona White, Margaret, Mary Konop, Mary Elizabeth Roddy, Jenes Jensen, Madelyn Schade, Betty Grace Robblns, Verna Loffer, Malsl Shelley, Margaret Moran, Gall Ran ney, Alicia Ruhl, Kathleen Jay. Mr. Allison Honored At Birthday Party Mrs. John Allison entertained Fri day evening at her home east of Medford, honoring . her husband's birthday. Sixteen friends were In vited for the evening. The rooms were decorated with roses in honor of the occasion. Refreshments were served by the hostess. To - Enjoy
