The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1907-02-16


Erickson and Mrs Jacob Kiefer re-
ceived their friends from Q to o'clock
at the Masonic parlors in Moorhead
1t was a happy gathering of friends,
and everyone was impressed by the
Wh0lesouled and genuine hospitality
which prevailed during the afternoon.
Sixteen tables of whist were played
and the contest was as good -natured
as it was spirited. Refreshments were
served, TO which ample justice was ac-
corded. The prizes were choice and
handsome and were presented to Mrs.
Howard Moody and Mrs. George Shelf
field.
900
An enjoyable event of the week was
the card party given Thursday after
noon by Miss Dagny Nelson at the
home of her parents. Mr.. and Mrs
George r. Nelson, $40 Eighth street
south. Five tables were in use by the
contestants at the fascinating game
of 800" and the prizes were as dainty
as they we're useful, and were won by
Miss Grace Perley and Miss Mar
garet Mitchell Choice refreshments
were served at 8 ssIS O'clock.
Fully 300 people attended the free
concert given in the musical depart
ment at the Luger Furniture Co, Sat-
urday afternoon. A selection of late
red seal records was made to be re-
produced on the Victor Victrola, and
the audience seeming unwilling to
leave, the machine was kept at work
for two hours. Provision had been
made for about 100 guests but ar
ranOnrnpnfc uara 1nada yyhprohU ,tts
could be seated and the concert was
a decided success and much enjoyed.
Those who attended were loud in their
praise of the concert and hope another
will be announced for the near future.
900
E. j. Johnson, who left last fall for
Kamsack, Saskatchewan, where he is
now engaged in the real estate busi-
ness, spent Sunday in this city renew
ing old acquaintances. In spite of the
severe weather experienced of late Mr.
Johnson is enthusiastic over his new
home.
Mrs. ]. J. Herlick of Omemee is the
guest of her sister, Mrs. p. H. Buch-
holz.
Miss Agnes Curtis of st. Thomas is
the guest of the Misses Tilden, S14
First avenue north.
900
Tuesday evening the members of
the Yeomen lodge extended delight
full courtesy to their many friends by
entertaining them at dancing party
at Prizes hail. Rupert's orchestra fur
nished excellent music. and the occa-
sion was one of unusual enjoyment.
900
Dean Burleson, who has been spend
ing several days in this cityleft Mon
day. returning to New York, where
he is serving as secretary of the
Episcopal board of missions.
900
r. M. Pollock left Saturday for a
two weeks trip to the east, in the
course of which he will visit Washing.
ton, Philadelphia, New York and other
cities.
Hon. Martin Hector was down to the
bank Tuesday the first time in three
weeks, having been laid up by the grip.
cD%S@
E. ]. Weiser has gone to Decorah.
Ia, where he will spend few days
visiting his mother.
i
Friday afternoon Mrs j. P. Hardy
entertained the South Side Six Hundred
Euchre club. In the card war Mrs.
f. L. Whiting and Mrs. Whittlesley
won the prizes.
Miss Ida Baker, instructor in the
English department at the high school,
has been called to the bedside of her
father, who is critically i'll at Wood
vile, o.
Mrs. T. Twichell returned Wednes-
day from two-weeks' visit at Bis.
marck During her visit in that city
she was the honor guest at number
Of social functions given by Mrs
Burke.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wallace Grosvenor of
Casselton were Fargo visitors Mon
day. They are planning to spend the
remainder of the winter in Florida
90
Mr.. and Mrs. j. G. Burr entertained
few friends informally at dinner
Sunday evening at their home. 217
Fifth street north. The house through
out was attractive in simple but ef-
fective floral decorations, with vines
prettily festooned and flowers disposed
here and there in bouquets After
partaking of a six-course dinner the
guests repaired to the parlor, where
La pleasant hour was spent in social
chat. Mrs. James Woods of Rugby
was the honor guest
900
Charles Lavelle, the well known
Grafton machinery dealer is spending
a few days in Fargo renewing old ac-
quaintances and looking after some
business matters. Mr.. Layelle former
ly resided here and has many friends
in this city.
Miss Blanche True entertained
pleasantly Monday afternoon at the
home of her mother. $50 Seventh
street south, number OF young ladies
who spent the afternoon with their
fancy work and at the same time
enjoyed the charming hospitality of
their hostess. Fragrant blossoms
adorned the rooms and at s o'clock tea
was served.
Miss Emily May was the hostess
Saturday at luncheon at her home,
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