Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1901-11-14
SOUTH eide NEWS.
[From Tuesdays Dnllv.]

[From Tuesdays Dnlly.J
I w. K. Williamson, 610 Chester ave-
nue., departed today for Oklahoma
where he expects to spe1 dthe winter
for the benefit of his health.
Mrs. Sue Yam, who resides south
of town, was given pleasant surprise
at her home Saturday evening by a
crowd of her neighbors and friends
The occasion was unknown to her
and the gathering of her friends was
marked social event to her The
evening was spent in having an old
time taffy pull, which was more than
enjoyed. The hostess served dainty
refreshments. At a late hour the
geusts departed for their homes de
clarlng their hostess a royal enter.
tainer, and that the event would long
be remembered by them.
[From Wednesdays Dalyl
Mrs. G. o. Porter is quite i'll at her
home on North Moore street.
Everyone should wear chest pro
tector &c one at Mynard's, 531
Church street
John Chapman aud Miss Maggie
Caughlan were married this afternoon
at 8 O'Clock at the residence of Faith.
er OFarrell .aI
You will find what you are look,
ing for in high top shoes and over
shoes in mems, women's and children's
and always for less money at Church's
South Side snoe store.
A surprise party was given Mrs. w.
II. Campbell Monday evening at her
home, 40 South Moore street. by a
crowd of her friends. The occasion
was in honor of her birthday anniver>
sary.
Mrs. /, d, Mowery of Asbury ave
nue., had the misfortune Sunday after
noon to sprain her ankle. She was
Waking across the room, when her
ankle turned, and caused a sprained
foot. Dr. L. ]. Baker was called and
made Mrs. Mowery as comfortable as
possible.
A most brilliant and successful at
fair was the informal reception given
by Mrs. Charlotte Findlay last even
ing, at her home, on North Moore
street, in honor of her son, Douglass,
who was united in marriage to Miss
Gladys Overman Monday evening The
interior of the house was decorated
with potted plants ard flowers, lastly
arranged and made most pleasing
effect. The evening was spent in con-
graduating the bride and groom, mu-
sic and social conversation. Ice cream
and cake were served. Carnations
were given as fayors. There were
only relatives and intimate friends of
the contracting parties present. Those
present were Mr.. and Mrs Fred Park
er, of Battle Creek, Michigan; Mr.. and
Mrs. Edwards, Mr.. and Mrs. j. Hahn,
Mrs. Charlotte Findlay and family,
Misses Minnie Ray, Maggie Ehrman,
and Bass.
Frederick Metzger was sitting in
his cozy home three miles north of
town, yesterday morning, when at
about II o'clock, rap came at the
front door. Opening it hastily Mr..
Metzger beheld a throng that COM
p!etely puzzled him at first but when
he remembered that it was just sixty
two years ago that he first opened his
eyes to the light of day. he guessed
the mission. The surprise was got
ten up by his children, who presented
him with a beautiful rocker. A sump.
tUous dinner was served. to which all
did ample justice to. When the hour
came for separation, all declared they
had spent an enjoyable day, and all
wished Mr.. Metzeer many more hap
Ply birthdays. Those present were:
Mr.. and Mrs. William Metzger, Mes
danes Lizzie Flemming an children,
Ed Campbell and baby, Miss Carrie
Metzger, Messrs. Harry, Edward and
Bert Metzger