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rOUK MEDFORD MAIL TKTBUNZ Rundar. August 10, 1844 Society Medford Unit 15 Legion Auxiliary Receives Trophy Special recognition was given Medford unit No. is, American Legion Auxiliary, at the recent itate convention held in Port land for outstanding activities this past year. The unit wa an nounced as winner of the Mar jorle Bonncy trophy in recogni tion of war service activities, was given a national citation for membership achievements and also was cited for the fashion in which the national program was carried out. At reviewed by Mrs. H. L. Alford, retiring president, the unit participated this past year in the national campaign to sell ctamps and bonds 'or the Shangri-la, navy carrier, aided with raising a fund to buy cigarettes tor servicemen, staged a drive for used phonograph records and assisted recruiters in the campaign to enlist women in the Women's Army Corps. The Mar- Jorie Bonney trophy ill given each year by Mrs. Bonney Grants Pass, a former district vice-president. At the convention Gladys Lemmons, Pendleton, was named president. Dorothy Templar, Klamath Falls, was named vice president; Mae Whitcomb, Port land, secretary; Josephine Kane Dundee, treasurer, and Glenda Wilie, Marshfleld, district presi dent. Mildred Harmsen of Ash- dand was appointed chairman of the child welfare commission. Ruth Parker, president of the Medford unit, Ruth Freed, first vice-president, Nettie Ellenburg treasurer, Gladys York, secre tary, attended the convention as delegates. 1 Mrs. John Young Is Hostess For Tea at Outpost Mrs. John R. Young was hos- tcss yesterday afternoon for a tea, given at the Officers' Out post. The affair was given for the wives of a number of of ficers who are leaving this week end or In the near future due to army transfers. : The tea table was arranged in the upstairs lounge and was cen tered with a flat bowl of vari colored gladioli. Large bouquets of these same flowers were also used about the lounge. Pouring were Mrs. John W. Horslcy and Mrs. Charles H. Smith. -k Kycs will follow yon when you wear this Bclib in Brooks original two-piece tlrrss of supct oft Shetland wool. The flaroj skirt with front kirk pleat and form filled cardigan jacket will add prace to any figure. Self liinding pipes edge of jacket. May he worn with or without blouse. Conies In gorgeous shades. Sues 9 to 17. $12.95 BURELSON'S Ladies1 Ready-To-Wear Medford Center Bldg. and Clubs Announce Troth Of Miss Malone To Sgt. Bergold The engagement of Miss Bev erly Malone to Sgt. Ted Bergold was announced last week dur Ig the Wednesday evening dance at the MurKade. Miss Malone is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John C. Malone, Coleman Creek road, and the sergeant's parents are Mr. and Mrs. F .B. Bergold of Alameda, Calif. No date for the wedding has been set. Miss Malone has been a mem ber of the MurKettcs, organiza tion of junior hostesses for the MarKadc, for many months. Fol lowing the announcement of the betrothal, Miss Betty McKenzie, also a MarKette, sang two favor ite songs of the newly engaged couple. Sgt. Bergold was stationed at Camp White with the Western Personnel Reassignment Center headquarters until this week and has now gone to Santa Bar bara. Miss Malone is a student nt Medford senior high school and will continue her course when school opens this fall. Mrs. Ericsson Hostess Monday At Bridge Party Mrs. Arthur J. Ericcson enter tnlned a group of officers' wives Monday. Luncheon was served at the Officers' Outpost and was followed by bridge at Mrs. Eric sson's home, 106 Ashland ave nue. Fourteen guests were In vited for the luncheon and card games. This morning Col. and Mrs. Ericsson left for Ogden, Utah, where the officer will be sta tioned In the future. The Eric ssons have resided In Medford since last April, tho colonel hav ing been in chnrgo of the Ger man prisoners-of-war camp at Camp White. He has been re placed by Lt. Col. Lou J. Farber. Miss Mary Hayes Home On Vacation Home for a vacation after a year's teaching In St. Louis, Mo., is Miss Mary Hayes, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. James C. Hayes, East Main street. Miss Hayes is on the faculty of the George Worren Brown deportment of social work at Washington un. verslty and left for Oregon aft er summer session at the univer sity was completed. Sho will be here until the latter part of next month. Also here at present is Mrs. William Ehrman, the former Dorothy Hayes, who is divldlna her time between here and the home of her husband's parents In Portland while the captain is overseas. This week Dr. Haves. Miss Alary and Mrs. Ehrman will take a vacation at a neor-by resort in the hills, and plan to do considerable riding. Miss Jean Walters, a Htiest of Miss Virginia Hayes for the past several weeks, Is leaving today for her home In Everett, Wash. Both Miss Wallers and Miss Hayes are members of the Alpha Phi chapter at the Unl- verslty of Oregon. it i j BURELSON'S LADIES' READY-TO-WEAR MEDFORD CENTER BUILDING Mulroney-Andrews Rites Of Interest To Valley Friends Friends of Captain George E. Andrews will be interested In the news of his wedding, the bride being Miss Margaret Donohue Mulroney, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Mulroney of Missoula, Mont. Captain An drews and his parents, Mrs. George Andrews and the late Mr. Andrews, resided here for many years and are widely re membered in the valley. The ceremony took place July 8 at the home of the bride's par ents in Missoula, with 125 friends and relatives present for the service. Attending the bride were her sister, Miss Dorothy Ann Mulroney of Washington, D. C, Miss Mary Virginia Brown, also of Woshington, and Miss Patricia Sullivan of Pass-1 aic, N. J. Best man for Captain An drews was Lt. William Carriero of Teaneck, N. J. Reading the service was the Very Rev. Father D. P. Meade. Captain and Mrs. Andrews left after the ceremony for Chi cago and Kansas City, Mo., the captain now being stationed at Kansas City. Captain Andrews, with the army air corps, has been In the service for several years and is a veteran of the NorthAfrican and Italian cam paigns. The bride, whose grandfather was D. J. Donohue, pioneer Mis soula merchant, attended Na tional Park College In Washing ton, D. C, and graduated from Skldmore at Saratoga Springs. N. Y. Captain Andrews attend ed Medford senior high school but completed his high school and college educations in New York, accompanying his mother east about 10 years ago follow ing the death of Mr. Andrews. After completing college Cap tain Andrews joined the staff of Radio City in New York and from time to time sang on pro grams broadcast nation-wide from the radio center. The An drews are remembered by many here for their outstanding musi cal ability and their wide inter est In musical activities of many sorts. Captain Andrews' aunt, 'Mrs. William T. Andrews, and his cousin, Mrs. A. Conro Fiero, live here at 537 West Tench street, and another cousin, Mrs. James Stevens, resides In Ashland. Carpenters Hosts At Dinner Party Saturday Evening An outdoor dinner party giv en last evening by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred S. V. Carpenter at their home, To'psldes, was in observ ance of the birthday anni versary of Gain Robinson. About 30 friends of Mr. Robin son were invited for the dinner. Out-of-town guests at the din ner were Mr. and Mrs. H. I. Markham of Chicago who are In Medford to visit their daugh ter, Mrs. Walter Graff. Chicago Couple Here To Visit Daughter Mr. and Mrs. H. I. Markham of Chicago have been guests in Medford of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Graff, 2510 Lyman avenue. Mr. Markham Is leaving today to return east, while Mrs. Mark ham will remain for a longer stay. "SOMSTHINO SPECIAL" fa fi fc Mod '") A uilorcd two-piece vtrion of chirm . . . and s good buy for Niece minJ.-J Juniors. Ot Burma Twill, in Wool nJ Spun Rayon. Bii:e, Golden Honey, California Sky Blue. Sizes 11 to 15. m.9s ' i ' '" ' 1 "''iiV i Mrs. L. H. Smith of Central Point, 89 years of age, was hap py last week to have with her for a family reunion all of her tons and daughters. This was the first time In 39 years thai lhe entire family had been to gether. (Picture courtesy of Central Point American.) Family Gathering Held Last Week In Central Point Central Point A family re union was held here last week with thejsons and daughters of Mrs. L. H. Smith together with their mother for the first time in 39 years. Here for the happy reunion were Mrs. J. S. Sanders of Sandborn, la., N. R, Smith of Whittier, Calif., Mrs. Winifred Bateman of Pomona, Calif., and Cliff Smith of Central Point. Mrs. Smith, widely known in this district, celebrated her 89th birthday last March 4. In spite of her advanced years, Mrs. Smith leads an active life. Many of her articles have been pub lished, she interests herself with reading and one of her hobbies Is answering quizzes. Long walks ore also a form of recrea tion. Business Women Picnic Is Held Thursday Evening A picnic and outdoor party was enjoyed by members of the Medford Business and Profes sional Women's club and a group of guests Thursday evening. The affair was held at the children's park near Bear Creek bridge. The committee in charge, Mrs Eve Prentice and Mrs. Katherine Lorison provided traditional picnic menu Items Including hotdogs, hamburgers and ice cream cones. During the evening a group of Mrs. Prentice's accyr- cllon pupils entertained, the youngsters wearing cowboy cos tumes. Guests were Mrs. Hal Carver, Mrs. Richard Payne, Mrs. Helen Wooten, Mrs. L. G. Gilman, Mrs. Effic W. Adams, Mrs. W. A. Arn old, Mrs. Ivah Murray and Miss Lorraine Woodburn. Next meeting of the group will be Sept. 21, and theme of the meeting will be "Can Hap pen." 1 W.R.C. Meeting Held At Church Chester A. Arthur unit of the Women's Relief Corps met In Mother Littrell's room at the Presbyterian church Thursday at 1 p.m. for a potluck luncheon. Follownig the luncheon, several visitors at the meeting gave in teresting talks on early history of the W.R.C., and Mrs. Belle Llttrcll was given a handker chief shower, it being her birth doy. Present were the hostess, Mrs. Llttrell, and Mesdames Teletha Plckcl, Leila Remington, Nettie Grover, Millie Tucker. Marie ! Degcrnes, Alice Withcrill, Cath I erine Peterson, Freda Lawrence, j Etta Purkeypilc. and Mabel j Reinklng, members. Visitors J were the Mesdames Bertha Nice wood, Helen Tumy, Minnie Bryant, and Anita Lawrence Elva Peterson and Cherie Hib bard. Picnic Supper Held By Lodge Canton Siskiyou No. 16 and j the auxiliary enjoyed a picnic supper Friday evening at the home of Miss Annie Bateman, 719 Bennett avenue. Following the picnic, members of the Can ton went to Jacksonville to at tend the celebration of the Jack sonville Odd Fellows lodge on the 84th anniversary of installa tion. Members of tho auxiliary remained and held a short busi ness meeting, followed by games of ehink-er-checks. Plans were made for the next meeting of the groups to be held Sept. 17 at the I.O.O.F. hall. Mrs. Mario Hansen, president of the auxiliary, was presented a birthday rake during the eve ning. Mrs. Klla Could and Mrs. Ethel Pease were chairman in charge of the picnic supper. Guests were Mrs. Klla Rogers and Mrs. Julia Gregory. Fur Remodeling and Repairing Rtllnlng. Cleaning and Glaung Franc! Dallatra Ph. 2528 Woodrow and Crater Lake D.A.R. Announces Library Building Is Newest Project Plans for the construction of permanent libraries at selected government hospitals throughout the country were announced this week by the national society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the announcement being made in Oregon by the state regent, Mrs. Bert B Lowry, Medford. Twelve of the libraries ore contemploted and funds for six are Already on hand in the society's war service fund, ac cording to Mrs. Julius Y. Tal madgc, Athens. Ga., president general of the Daughters. For the past few years the or ganization's main war project has been provision of equipment for the blood donor service of the American Red Cross. It is now pointed out that sufficient equipment of this type is on hand and the society will turn Its efforts to the new library project. Explaining the project. Mrs. Lowry Ftates that the libraries will be under the care of the army library service, which will maintain the staffs. The build ing will conform to the architec ture of each local hospital and will consist of two large reading rooms, space for the librarian and a small reception hall. The 12 hospitals selected for the libraries are permanent in na ture, it is stated. I The Daughters will continue to give blood for nlasma use Mrs. Lowry states, this being a continuing project of the group as long as it is needed. Other projects are in the formative stage and will be announced be fore long by state and national officers. David Holmes Host At Dinner Party Saturday Evening Among social events of the last week was a dinner given by David Holmes at his home, 1327 Reddy avenue, last evenine. As sisting Mr. Holmes was his daughter, Miss Nanette Holmes, who is spending several weeks here before going r.outh to school this fall. Thirtv-five ffuests were invited for the evening. pj Fitted Fashions In Coats HERE'S A CHIC COAT ON THE CASUAL SIDE that comblnea charm with aervica. All wool Suede, expertly tailored. Easy rag Ian sleeves, platter site buttona. alendor belted waistlina. made for diitinction . . . and you've . tha choice of rich Autumn ahades. Dress Or Tailored Suits ALL WOOL SHETLAND In a pano rama of Autumn colon ... Adroit ly cut to alim tha waiit, and give a clean cut tailored Una . . . accantad only by unusual squara buttona. A brilliant choice for atreet, business, achool, travel and undercoat waar all through the Winter. $2295 M. M. Holloway Family Holds Open House Thursday Evening Mr. and Mrs. William A. Hoi- loway, Sr., held open house Thursday night in honar of their son, Lt. (Jg William A. Hollo- woy, Jr., and Mrs. Holloway, who arrived several days ago from the North Island naval base at San Diego. The trip north was made at this time be cause the senior Holloways with their two daughters, Miss Mary Holloway and Mrs. William C, Broumley, were leaving today for Phoenix, Ariz., where the family will reside in the future. Members of the Holloway family and a few close friends were invited for the open house, The Holloways, residents here for many years and widely known, have been the Incentive for a great many farewell par ties In recent weeks. The family address in Phoenix will be 2137 East Van Buren street. SCU WheClub Luncheon Meeting Is Held Thursday Thirty members of the SCU Officers' Wives club met at the Officers' Outpost Thursday after noon' for luncheon, followed by a business meeting, card games and other entertainment. Hos tesses were Mrs. Ray Althouse and Mrs. Walter J. Bryant. At the business meeting, pre sided over by Mrs. John W. Horsley, Mrs. Bryant was elect ed secretary of the group and Mrs. William K. Ostler was elect ed treasurer. Mrs. LeRoy P. Hartley was recreation chairman for the af ternoon and Mrs. Nelson B. Childers assisted her. Luncheon chairman was Mrs. Virgil M. Lancaster and assisting her was Mrs. William D. Davidson. Mrs. George D. Kittredge was reser vations chairman. 1 Mrs. Clare Returns From Tacoma Visit Mrs. Royal Clare and two children returned Wednesday morning from Tacoma where they spent the past few weeks with Mrs. Clare's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Thompson. The Clares reside at 21 South Wash ington avenue. STRAIGHT LINES are SMART LINES in COATS and SUITS if-' J I ' V V Chesterfield Or Box Coats SIMPLE STITCHING AND A WELL TURNED SEAM adds loads of style to this simple ALL WOOL COVERT. A auperlatiTe casual to top your Fall suit, aweater or your prettiest drass-up frock. Ultra smart in tha new aoft Gray, and rtt to good looking In tha new Dear, Green. Blue or Black. Finished through out In typical Mary-Lane manner. $3295 to ADVERTISED IN GLAMOUR Department PAY LESS AND Afternoon Parly Given Wednesday For Mrs. Herron Fidelity Circle of the Wom en's Society of Christian Serv ice and the Women's Bible Class of the Methodist church Joined In giving a very enjoyable party in the church parlors Wednes day afternoon which honored Mrs. Mable Herron. Mrs. Her ron, who has been an active member of both organizations for 17 years and who has been generous with both the use of her home on North Holly street for meetings and with her time leaves soon on an extended trip A musical program was given by Mrs. W. H. Hill. Mrs. Jessie Beery, representing the Fidelity Circle, presented Mrs. Herron a beautifully decorated basket filled- with handkerchiefs and greeting cards and Dr. Susie V. Standard, for the Bible Class, presented the guest of honor with a box of candy and a book for her trip. Various members of the groups expressed their appreciation of Mrs. Herron's generous cooperation through the past years. Refreshments were served by a committee from both groups. About 50 were present for the affair.- Mrs. F. S. Brandon Is president of Fidelity Circle and Mrs. Robert Taylor is teacher of the Bible Class. Mrs. Herron will visit Seattle, Scott City, Kan., and Los An geles, while away. Miss Handy Bride Of Lieut. Kelsch In Portland Rites Of interest to Medford friends is news of the marriage of Miss Frankie Handy to Lt. George E. Kelsch which was solemnized Saturday evening, July 22, at the post chapel in Portland. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Handy of 610 Benson street, and the groom's parents are Lt. Col. and Mrs. George E. Kelsch of San Francisco. Lt. and Mrs. Kelsch are re siding in Portland for the pres ent, the officer being stationed at the Portland army air base. Mrs..Keisch is a former student of Medford senior high school. ALL SHETLAND xyHB' Ird I iT0P J J and MADEMOISELLE DRESS BETTER Posse and Troop Breakfast Party Scheduled Today Breakfast at Prescott Park atop of Roxy Anne mountain will be enjoyed this morning by members of the Jackson Coun ty Sherifl's Posse and the auxil iary, the Ladies Mounted Troop. The group planned to ride out, leaving town at eight o'clock. The ride and breakfast was ar ranged by a committee com posed of Frank Cullen, Harry Furch and Harry Barneburg, the latter two being delegated to prepare breakfast at the park. About 50 riders are expected. Eugene Thomas is the newly elected captain of the posse. Tuesday evening of last week members of the Mounted Troop followed the scheduled ride with a dinner at the home of Mrs. Homer A. Marx on King's Highway. Mrs. Marx was assist ed by Mrs. Sarah Ellis and about 24 enjoyed the affair. The ride which preceded the dinner was on the bridle paths of the Harry Young place in the Griffin Creek district. Club Announces Potluck Dinner Adarel O.E.S. Social club will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Carlon, Agate street just off King's Highway, the evening o August 22 for a pot luck dinner. Husbands are invit ed to the dinner, which is sched uled for 6:30 o'clock. In charge of the affair Is a committee composed of Mrs. Frank Boothby, Mrs. Alice Cop pin, Mrs. Ed. Pease and Mrs. H. M. Olson. The committee asks that those attending bring their own service. HARMONY BEAUTY SHOP FLUHRER BLDG. OPENS MONDAY After Complete REMODELING WOOL Fleece O Suede Crepe Covert Store f 'f : ! 1
