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TAGE TWELVE MEDFORD MAIL TRIP.UNE. MEDFORD. OREGON, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1939. SANTA'S VISIT TO Gifts of Warm Clothing, Candy And Fruit Distri buted Many Groups Aid. Through the generosity of the Groceteria Super Food Markets, Santa Claus has visited the homes of 350 underprivileged children of Jackson county with needed gifts of warm, comfort able clothing and wholesome bags of candy and fruit. Santa has been making the rounds of homes all week and today his pleasant task was almost completed. Just a few homes remained for visits from the jolly, kind-hearted old gen tleman from the North Pole. And Just how happy have the children been made by this con crete manifestation of the true Christmas spirit, only those who have assisted in preparing and distributing the packages really know. Only they know who have come in direct contact with -the children and have seen their eyes brighten in happy astonishment, have seen them literally Jump into the air with unrestrained Joy to realize that, after all, a true Christmas spirit does still prevail in the world. Child Appreciative ' It is only persons like Miss Lillian Roberts, secretary of the Hod Cross, who can appreciate fully what new, warm clothing means to underprivileged chil dren. From one little girl who received a Groceteria Christmas package, Miss Roberts received scribbled note of appreciation and enclosed with the note, to express her appreciation con cretely, was a small Christmas token. "I Just wanted you to have something for Christmas from me," the little girl wrote. That is the kind of response that inspires welfare workers. Miss Roberts indicated. Not the gift, which was negligible, but the purpose behind it, the in tention to show appreciation. Then there were two mother less boys who, despite numer ous obstacles, have held stead fastly to their purpose of ac quiring an education, at least as far as the public school sys tem will permit. One of the impediments faced by the boys has been lack of clothing but now they are all right in that respect. Through the Groceteria gift plan, they have received complete outfits. Children receiving the Christ mas gifts have ranged in age from one to 18 years but most of them have been of school age. They have been outfitted "from the- skin out," as stated In a report received by William A. Gates, head of the Groceteria firm. The articles have includ ed underwear, many pairs of shoes, stockings, cord trousers and scads of sweat shirts and plaid shirts. The plaid shirts and cartoon sweatshirts have gone over big among the youngsters. Red Cross Aids The list of needy children was prepared and the distribution directed by the Red Cross with the cooperation of various other organizations. All the gifts were wrapped in Christmas paper so as to provide the gala Yulctide atmosphere. The packages were wrapped at the Red Cross office by mem bers of the American Legion auxiliary under the chairman ship of Mrs. Nettie Ellcnburg. Those who did the wrapping, which required more than a week, were Mrs. Frank Martin, Mrs. O. L. (Cap) Overmycr, Mrs. C. E. Kunz, Mrs. Werner Pundt, Mrs. Tim Dailey, Mrs. Al Piche and Mrs. Fay Flynn. Others assisting in the work Columbus Survivors Reach New York on U. S. Cruiser rtfoJlX CtL m '5 s- , f r - ( mmieMimmm&iUULA. ., . .... , ... ' . . . ,i E T Elvin M. Jackson Committed To State Hospital While .Enroute From Portland. the Indian had been drinking, Judge Johnson waited until the next morning In hope that the man's actions might change when effects of the fire water had entirely worn off. They changed, but only for the worse. Confined in coun ty Jail cell, the Indian kept other inmates awake all night with his wailing fear of the people "chasing" him. "They have shot my mother, father and brother. Did you hear the ihoti?" Police Chief Ben Grayblll wld he asked when the police chief visited him Thursday. The Indian's clothes were drenched with perspiration. Jackson told physicians that he has a wife and four children in Ashland, where he worked as a carpenter, having come originally from Klamath coun ty. He was en route home from Portland to Ashland, and had $12.50 in his pocket. Survivors of the sunken German liner Columbus are shown lining the rail of the rescuing U. S. cruiser Tuscaloosa as the warship steamed up New York harbor. The 579 Germans, with the status of "castaways" were expected to be allowed the freedom of the United States for 60 days. have been Mrs. Blanche Frlsbie, supervisor of county nurses and these members of her staff: Miss Mary Ellen Bell, Miss Helen Parrish, Miss Florence Weisscr, Mrs. Henry PadKham and Miss Elizabeth McGalliurd. Mrs. Una B. Inch, supervisor of county schools, school teach crs and members of the Jack son county public welfare com mission also have assisted. Mr. Gntes expressed his ap' preciatlon of the help of all the workers and said the pleasure his firm experienced in provid ing Christmas happiness for tin- dcrpriviligcd children was im measurably increased by the de votion and humanitarian spirit of all who have helped carry out the company's plan. Celebes Shakes Batavia, Java, Dec. 22. C) Strong earthquake shocks today wrecked 108 houses and de molished a bridge in the pro vince of Menado, in the north ern part of Celebes Island. Sev ern! nprsnns were ininred slieht- ly. The shocks occurred about 5 a.m. (about 4:30 p.m. EST Thursdoy). Honor Belated Kansas City, Mo. (U.R) Mrs. John E. Higdon, will be made a member of the Phi Beta Kappa chapter of DePauw University 4-t years after her graduation. When she was graduated, wom en were not admitted to that scholastic fraternity. Expert Gunner Montgomery, Ala. (U.R) Gov. Frank M. Dixon of Alabama is an ardent hunter. When the gov ernor can't get away to bag doves, quail, ducks or squirrels, he goes over to the army's tac tical school at Maxwell Field here and shoots at skects. Children Get Thrill London (U.R) When not "standing to" In the studios, B.B.C. radio actors and actresses are amusing and entertaining evocuated children in the coun try. Between engagements the stars are billeted in the same houses as the children. Six-Leaf Clover Memphis, Tenn. (U.R) Cham pion four-leaf clover finder is the claim of J. P. Winfleld. He has been hunting multi-lent clovers since he was a child. This season he has found 780 four and five leafers, and In his life's hunt, he has found one six-leaf clover. About 20 tons of water arc absorbed from the ground through the roots of a mature hardwood tree during the spring, summer and early fall. Attractive 1940 CALENDARS GET YOURS WHILE THEY LAST o COMPLIMENTS OF CONGER FUNERAL PARLORS FULL GOSPEL TO STAGE PAGEANT The Bible School of the Full Gospel Church will present It's Christmas program, Sunday at 7:30 p.m. A pageant, "White Gifts for The King," will be given. It is based on the old legend of the King of' Cathay, who, on his birthday, received only gifts of white from his loyal Subjects. This is typical of the fact that the King of Kings wants only gifts of - white, lives that are clean, pure and holy. First scene shows the King of Cathay receiving gifts. Scene two shows a throne room all in white, with a large star over the throne, and a large white cross and an angel, standing on each side. Decorations will be in white nnd silver. At this time each class of the Bible school will present their gifts to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords by laying them at the foot of the cross. At the close of the program, the gifts will be taken to those in need. Those attending who wish to help make Christmas a little happier and brighter for needy families, may do so, by bringing gifts of. food, clothing, toys, games, books, etc. A white bar rel will be in the vestibule of the church where gifts may be placed on entering. An invisible choir of eight voices will furnish the musical numbers of the program. The public is cordially invited. m. A short cantata, "The Story of Bethlehem," by Spence, will be given by the vested choir of 25 voices. Mrs. Ethel Cornstcad will be at the console of the electric organz. Elsie Carlcton Strang is director of the chorus. There will be a short sermon by the pastor, Rev. Fred M. Weatherford, and singing of carols by the congregation. At 9:45 a. m., the Sundny school program, including mu sic, recitations, dramatization, etc., will be given. At 10:45 a. m., the choir will be heard and the pastor will deliver a sermon, "Christ In Exhaltation." The public is cordially in vited. There will be no admis sion charge. Births Born to Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Unruh of Route 4 a girl weigh ing six pounds and 15 ounces in the Stanley nursing hopie early Thursday morning, December 21. Defer Power Decision. Tacoma, Wash., Dec. 21. (VP) A decision on whether Tacoma's municlpally-owned power com pany should be expanded or if it should eventually be tied in with the Bonneville system was deferred today by the city coun cil pending conferences with Bonneville officials regarding possible purchase of government power. Christmas Cantata At First Methodist Church Sunday Eve. A Christmas cantata, "His Natal Day," will be given Sun dny at 8 p. m. in the Flist Methodist church, corner Laurel nnd Mnln streets. The entire evening service will be given over to music with solos and ducts by members of the choir ns well as full choral numbers. The chorus choir is under di rection of Elsie Carleton Strang. Doris Condit Lantz, pipe organ ist, will give solo numbers as well as accompany the singers. The public is invited. There will be no admission charge but a silver offering will be taken to be used by the choir In purchase of new music. Vesper Service 5 p. m. Sunday At Nazarene Church A Christmas vesper service will be held at the Church of the Naznrcnc Sundny at 5 p. K'fV" WASHINGTON ' In the center ol social and diplomatic aflalrs-this distin guished hotel caters to guests who demand the best in service . . . comfort . . . cuisine. NO TIPPING AUOWIO - a unique feature ol The Dodge I SINGH Z. ftOUtlFhw. I k D.fMon ol KA81 f. Alton I I. Harmon Hogtnbucfcl. Mgf. J mmkm Weather Northern California: Increas ing cloudines with light rain on extreme north coast tonight and in north portion Saturday; warmer in extreme north por tion tonight: light northerly wind off coast becoming moder ate southerly above San Francisco. Frontage 3 Inches St. Louis (U.R) Deputy asses sors hnve found 12 lots with 3- inch frontages recorded on the city plntbooks. Each had been assessed at $20 but no record of tax payment could be found. PLUMBER CITED By STATE BOARD ON PERMIT LACK W. B. Crause, charged with engaging in the plumbing busi ness without first applying to the State Board of Health, en tered a plea of not guilty in justice court yesterday after noon. Justice Coleman set Jan uary 31 as date of the trial and in the meantime released Crause on his own recognizance. The complaint, signed by a state agent, alleges that last July Crause installed certain plumbing fixtures in a house near Jacksonville, without the required papers. Edward C. Blackwell of Ash land, 22, charged with petty lar ceny, entered a plea of guilty and was granted a six months' suspended sentence. The youth was charged with attempting to tamper with the auto of Homer Marx, when same was parked near the Marx residence. It was the first offense for Blackwell. The court urged the youth, in granting a suspended sentence, to try and procure work and help his mother. Floyd Burnett of Talent, charged with reckless driving, entered a plea of guilty, and the court deferred sentence until next Thursday. Burnett was charged with running into a drinking fountain in Talent and sicleswiping lawn shrubbery. George J. Mead, charged with operating an auto without an operator's license, was assessed $2.50 and costs. Buys Marshfield Hotel Marshfield, Ore., Dec. 22. (?) The four-story Marshfield Hotel was purchased yesterday by J. L. Culbcrtson, formerly a hotel owner at Silverton, Eu gene and Seaside. Ho reportedly paid a Portland mortgage com pany $20,000 for the property GooflTaste iua 3ift Grants Pass, Dec. 22. (Spl) After having run terror- j stricken to the city police sta tion with the tale that a lady 1 bus passenger had tried to cut out his heart, Elvin M. Jack son, 30-year old Indian from j Ashland, was examined and I found insane Wednesday, and papers committing him to the ! state hospital were signed ' Thursday by Judge W. A. John- i son. ! Dr. S. B. Osgood and Dr. W. A. Moser agreed that Jackson was insane, but inasmuch as Christmas Greetings "SAY IT WITH FLOWERS" CHOICE SELECTION of Poinsettias, Cyclamen, etc. Also Choice Selection of Cut Flowers AT Judge's Medford Green House 1005 East Main Street Phone 374 No store in town, buy at the Greenhouse "We Give S. ic H. Green Stamps" MP 1 Last Call on GIFT ROBES A' rur iviuuier, wiie, uibiei ui uwccuiccui Botany Flannels A Botany All Wool Flannel Robe is one of the best Christmas Gifts we know of and here they are ready for last minute shop pers. All the best shades in Dorn upper and wrap-around styles sized for Women and Misses. Two Price Groups $5 $79.8 MANN'S SECOND FLOOR CUW TOYS GREATLY REDUCED WIND-UP TRAINS Genuine "Hafner" stream lined Union Pacific wind-up trains on sale for only $1.98. A regular $2.50 5-piece train with lots of track and a cross-over. The com plete set now $98 Saturday Only! AH Discontinued Patterns in Genuine Quaker Lace Cloths GREATLY REDUCED Home Foundry Casting Sets Boys and Girls alike will spend many happy hours this Winter with these new metal casting sets. An educational toy that makes plaques, pictures and other art metal objects. On sale now in the Toy Shop. $1.00 Sets 79c $3.00 Sets $2.69 55c Sets for 39c $2.00 Sets $1.79 Dolls Half Price and Less! we suggest early shopping on these Half Price and Less than Half Price Dolls. A group in vari ous sizes, styles and shapes some slightly soiled, but all perfect in quality, guaranteed to please any little girl on earth. Your choice ! rn do no LAST CALL ON GIFT Hosiery GIFT TIES SPECIALLY PRICED Last call on Gift Neckwear for Menl 200 beautiful Cheney.. Wilson Bros., and Fashion-Craft Ties in glorious new patterns and rich shades. A regular SI. 00 pure silk hand-made tie for only Here's another group of hand tailored ties for men who want the best In neckwear. Our regular $1.50 Imported velours In rich Winter shades for lust $1.00. a saving of 50e on every tie. 79c Si 00 MEN'S SECTION MAIN FLOOR THE CHRISTMAS STORE If in doubt give Hosiery, the always welcome gift. Here are lovely 2 and 3-thread chiffons by Rollins, Holeproof, Van. Raalte and Mann's. All siiet. Buy a pair or box of three for Her Christmas. Open Tonight and Saturday Night Until 8:30
