The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1902-05-10
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Mrs. Henry C. wallace was elected by
vote that was almost unanimous as
president of the Ladies Literary club
at its annual meeting yesterday after
noon. The election was without Incl
dent. Less than One-third Of the mem
bers Of the club We're present, and the
voting was merely a routine matter.
Owing to the absence from the city Of
one of the candidates for the presi-
dency, the vote for her was very light
and an overwhelming majority showed
in favor Of Mrs. Wallace.
Mrs. Wallace. the incoming president.
Is woman of great deal Of club ex-
perience, and comes TO the chair wen
qualified 10 take charge of the largest
Woman's organization in the state
While more noted in the club for her
literary than for her business ability,
she VIII doubtless manage its affairs
with wisdom and judgment.
Mrs. Wallace is one OF the charter
members Of the club, having Joined it
while still very young girl, and she
Is remembered by the old members as
little Margaret Ellis" The Ladies
Literary club is to be congratulated on
its wise choice.
The other officers elected were: Vice
president, Mrs. II. w. Brown; second
vice president, Mrs. ]. H. Brown; re-
cording secretary. Mrs. A. J. Gorham:
corresponding secretary, Mrs. Edward
Merrill; treasurer. Mrs +. Il. Critch-
low; librarian, Miss NJ. n. Yardley:
critic, Mrs. William Igleheart; histo-
rian, Mrs. w. G.. Jennings; directors,
Mrs. W. r. Hutchinson. Mrs. C. w.
Meyer and Mrs. J. F. Cowan.
HE TnnOrfg of tho III fnrafaf ~ Hpaf.s
were read. showing the work OF the
past year. The report OF the treasurer
was especially gratifying, as showing
the satisfactory condition Of The
club. In connection with her report Of
the years work. Mrs. Jennings made
a very able, though brief, speech as the
retiring president.
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Mrs. Edwin F. Holmes was the host
ess at a most charmingly arranged tea
yesterday afternoon from till 6
O'Clock, in honor Of Senator Kearns
The ladies arrived at o'clock, and at
$3.50 the gentlemen came in. A delight
tul afternoon was spent IN a thoroughly
informal manner. Mrs. Holmes was
assisted By Mrs. Jay T. Harris.
Today viii be visitors day at the
Country club. and the approaching and
putting contest Will take place at 4
O'Clock. Tea will be served at the same
hour, Mrs. Edwin +. Holmes presiding
as hostess. A number of the members
have invited their friends to go out,
and the prospect is that a delightful
day will be spent there. The membe
seem to appreciate the privilege Of in
wiling limited number Of friends, who,
while residents Of the city, are not
members OF the club. Music VIII be
furnished during the afternoon, 50 that
those who are not active IN the game
viii still be furnished entertainment.
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A special meeting of all reception
committees from the various clubs Of
the city is called for this afternoon at
2 o'clock at the club house. It is es-
pecially urged that all be present to
rake preparations for entertaining the
new president Of the general federation.
Mrs. Denison, who. ii is expected, viii
accompany the New York delegation.
Mrs. William Reid entertained about
a score Of her friends at a luncheon
yesterday afternoon at her home.
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Mrs. c. Stanley Price gave. a very
prettily arranged buffet luncheon yes
terday afternoon.
Mrs. Charles Brink entertained at
cards again yesterday afternoon.
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Mrs. n. Z. Colburn. the mother Of
Mrs. Plummer. has recently arrived
from New York, and VIII spend the
summer in the city.
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At the class in domestic science this
morning. a special lesson on the buy
ing Of meats will be given. The cook
irg lesson viii include fish, tough meat,
and all the uses Of baking powder.
Mrs. G. c. Nicholl of Des Moines. Ia.
Is in the city, the guest Of her sister,
Mrs. +. ". Price.
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The ladies of ST. Paurs Guild Will
hold a cake sale at Walkers store this
morning at 20 O'Clock.
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The rummage sale TO be given by the
/ ladies Of Unity Circle this morning viii
/ be held at st. Marks school house. in
stead Of on State street.
Mrs c. H. jenkins viii entertain at
q luncheon today.
Miss Mercy Tuckett was the recipient
of very pleasant surprise party. ten
dered her last night al the home Of her
aunt, Mrs. Lille T. Freeze, at SIS East
Second South street.