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Back Stairs: White House Social Season Washington (U.R) Back stairs at the White House: The revival of the custom of a White House social season stirs up a lot of memories, to say nothing of a lot of social strategy on the part of Washington host esses. The ladies of the social set would happily give up their last Dior gowns to be invited to one of the White House dinners, but then they'd probably run right out and bir replacements. Social seasons of the past have produced tragedies, banner head lines, thousands of sore feet and much joy for some. Tragedy: A handsome young military attache of a foreign em bassy was banished from his post and sent home in disgrace be cause of what happened at a White House reception some years back. His spurs caught in the flimsy folds of the evening gown of a cabinet wife in the reception line and as he walked away, he unwittingly tore away a considerable portion of her costume. Embarrassment: The panties of a distinguished Washington lady came unanchored and dropped to the floor of the state- H. G. Horn Named Heart Fund Chairman Portland H. G. (Bud) Horn, Portland, state manager of the Business Men's Assurance com pany, has been named chairman of the Oregon Heart association's 1957 Heart Fund campaign next month, Dr. Herbert Griswold, OHA president, has announced. The month-long campaign pro vides funds to finance heart disease research, professional public education and community service. Horn has been active in var ious civic and church activities, and was director of the Mult nomah county United Fund. He was chairman of Oregon's first Heart Fund campaign in 1952, is chairman of the board of trustees of Westminister Presby terian church in Portland and is a national trustee of the Allergy Foundation of America. Thursday, January 10, 1957 MEDrORD (OREGON) MAIL TRIBUNE XLZTEtt ly main hall of the White House as she was proceeding in full dig nity toward the East Room for an after-dinner musicale. She realized she'd lost something, but didn't dare attempt a re trieve. An alert member of the house staff spotted the panties resting on the red carpet and quickly jammed them in his pocket. Banner headlines: When the Franklin D. Roosevelts decided to serve beer at a reception shortly after repeal, temperance organizations howled in protest. But this did not deter the first family. Mrs. Roosevelt probably did more to warm up the archaic old mansion than any first lady in many years. She set the more dignified Washingtonians on their ears one night by leading a conga line and well. not considered the height of fashion to drive one's own car to a social affair at the executive mansion. A doorman directs one's chauffeur where to park, or one may have his "man" re turn at a specified time usually about 11 o'clock for the dinners, later for the receptions. Taxis are quite acceptable, but many prefer to lay out 518 plus tip for the use of liveried chauf feur and freshly polished Cadil lac for three hours. President and Mrs. Eisenhower held no social season in the 1955 56 winter because of his health. But he must feel in top condition now since the White House has announced an active schedule of receptions and dinners extending into early March. Although the dinners and re ceptions ostensibly are wily for official figures in the govern ment or the diplomatic corps, the Eisenhowers always include a few personal friends in each af fair. These are the most treas ured invitations in Washington and the gall of some people in attempting to get on an invita tion list never fails to amaze some of the case-hardened per sonnel of the White House social office. The inauguration has helped the sale of formal clothing lo cally, but the social season will help even more. AH of the White House affairs are strictly formal white tie and tails for the men, long evening dresses for the women. There'll be a scattering of hih silk hats, but mostly black hom burgs which the President helped popularize at his first inaugura tion. The homburg fits in much better with the current fashion of low-slung automobiles. Limousine hire will pick up substantially on the nights of White House parties because it is Clark Buys Interest In Tire Service Firm Charles Furnas, former mayor of Medford, has sold his interest in the Medford Tire Service Inc., 123 South Riverside ave., to Bill Clark, formerly of the Good year Tire company, Portland, and Jim Shoemaker, a partner with Furnas until the sale last July it has been announced. Furnas founded the business in 1918. It was originally named the Medford Service station at Main st. and Riverside ave. In 1953 the business changed names and moved to its present loca tion. Furnas was appointed mayor of Medford in September, 1937, after Mayor George Porter re signed. Furnas was mayor until December, 1940. He previously was a councilman. The business was incorporated in 1949. Clark is president of the corporation and Shoemaker is secretary-treasurer. They are co-owners. Fred Purdin, who joined Fur nas in 1924 as office manager and bookkeeper, will continue in that capacity under the new owners. A GOOD PASS Lewiston, Me. (U.R) Jo seph A. Carrier, 72, who was groundskeeper for Bates College trams for 40 years before his re cent retirement, received ""just the advance Christmas gift" he wanted a lifetime pass to all Bates' athletic events. Use Tribune Want Ads vEDFOR" ft ana Use Weisfield's Liberal Simplified Credit No Money Down You Set Your Own Terms V" Jxjf ladies' wedding band set in a 14- 5 Karat gold mounting. 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This is all good quality, seasonable merchandise at tremendous savings for you. You will want to shop every aisle, and every table this week-end at your Friendly Big Y for sure . . . some quantities are limited so hurry in to your One Stop Shoppina center for yours share of honest to goodness bargainsl BEAUTIFUL BIRD GAGE and STAND This is an outstanding value. These stand 44" tall. Wrought iron base with brass cage which has 12" diameter. Regularly sells for 15.95. Hurry! $9.99 THRIFT DEPT. MEN'S WARM INSULATED SOX Cold weather calls for warm footwear' and warm sock protection. These era ideal. Made to give lots of rugged serv ice. Sizes from 5 to 12. $1.98 SHOE DEPT. BEAUTIFUL IMPORTED CERAMICS i There are values in this 9 roue to 1.98. Lovely cups and saucers, spice sets, and clever figurines. Ideal gift item at a low price. 88 THRIFT DEPT. GIRLS BETTER POPLIN BLOUSES There are some broadcloths in the group, also. This is a real dollar stretch er . . sizes 3 te 14. Some styles at 1.39. $1.00 MEZZANINE GIRLS PLASTIC RAIN GOATS There are odd sizes here but if yours is here this is a bargain. Values to 2.98. Out they go at one low, low price. A real budget stretcher for you! $1.00 MEZZANINE ALL-METAL TV STANDS These have the caster wheels for easily moving from one room to another. Ad justable side brackets permit use with ny size TV set. An 8.95 value! $4.79 THRIFT DEPT. GIRLS POPLIN SLIM JIMS These are available in either printed or solid color poplin. A good looking style in long-wearing poplin. Sizes from 3 to 6X. $1.79 MEZZANINE LARGE SIZE HAND WARMERS These are a guaranteed 4.95 value! What a time ly, worth-while savings this is for you. The quan tity is limited so you better hurry. Enjoy those outdoor sports with one of these rugged, practical hand warmers. l l I SPORTING GtD I 1 I I i L BOYS HEAVY DUTY ENGINEER BOOTS These are an ever-popular style with the young fellows. Logger heel in sizes 3 to 6. A wonderful savings for you at this budget price. $7.95 SHOE DEPT. 1.95 SPORTING GOODS MEN'S GENUINE LEATHER BELTS Don't let this bargain price tag fool you! This is a good quality belt and they were made to sell for 2.50. The Big Y bought too many so out they go at a fraction of their value. A super blockbuster special: 66 THRIFT DEPT. GIRL'S TWILL PEDAL PUSHERS Here is a value you will want to take advantage of for sure! Long-wearing, good looking material in a choice of Red, Navy, or White Twill. Sixes from 3 to 6X. Step up to the Mezzanine this week-end and saVel 51.00 MEZZANINE P I CHILDREN'S RUBBER FOOTWEAR Here is a timely savings ... lots of sloppy, rainy weather ahead. There are values to 4.95 in this group. All have been reduced to one low, budget stretcher price. Hurry to the shoe dept. for this special! 52.99 SHOE DEPT. ALL-PURPOSE PLASTIC COVER 9x12 Ft. 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A regular 1.98 value. 99 MEZZANINE MEN'S BETTER INSULATED BOOTS This is a repeat of a former special. Large assort ment of styles. Most of the group have soft, oil tanned leather. A real money saver for you at the regular selling price of 16.95. You save at the BIG Y! $10.88 SHOE DEPT. J MEN'S CUSHION FOOT WORK SOX Here is a sock that is made for wear and comfort. Double strength toot with elastic top. At this low. low price you will want to stock up. In white and colors of khaki and blue. A regular 49c seller. 33 THRIFT DEPT. SIZE 81x108 WHITE SHEETS Slightly irregular quality but the minute imperfections aren't even noticeable! Help yourself to your share of savings now. A regular 2.49 value. $1.99 THRIFT DEPT. GIRLS COLORFUL PEDAL PUSHERS Another outstanding savings for ''you. In Red, Navy or White Twill. Good style and long-wearing material. Sixes from 7 to 14. $1.39 MEZZANINE 6 ONLY SLEEPING BAGS These are the better quality bags of warm, durable Darren. Regularly priced at 29.95, you save substantially but hurry . . . 6 only. $19.95 SPORTING GOODS GIRLS CLEVER SLIM JIMS This is a very popular style. In various colors and in prints. The material is poplin for long wear. Sixes 7 te 14. $1.98 MEZZANINE WOMEN'S FLANNEL GOWNS -PAJAMAS These are sanforized and the colors are fast to washing. Good looking styles in lovely colors. Sizes 32 to 46. These are a 3.79 value. You save! $2.79 MEZZANINE MEN'S HANDSOME DRESS OXFORDS These are available in either plain or crepe soles. Several styles from which to choose. Values here to 10.95. Real savings on this reduction. $6.99 SHOE DEPT. WOMEN'S COLORED LEATHER MOCASSINS Not a complete range of sixes fn all colors but if your site is here you save! A regular 1.49 value. Soft, supple leather . . good colors. 99 THRIFT DEPT. BOYS LIGHTWEIGHT 6-Inch SHOE These are oil-tanned for protection against wet weather. Crepe sole. Also available in 8" Boot at same price. Sizes lVz f 6. Save now! $7.95 SHOE DEPT. ALWAYS A BETTER BUY AT YOUR FRIENDLY BIG Yl
