Rocky Ford enterprise., 1912-01-05
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IN THE SOCIETY WORLD
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z. T. Roberts and Miss Howell received
on New Years afternoon with Mrs. A. S.
johnson from o'clock till 6. and fully 100
people called during the afternoon to
nav their respects and exchange New
Years greeting.
Toward o'clock number Of gentlemen
called and found out that New Years
reception was mighty pleasant thing to
attend and next year it is expected many
more may be charged with the same
offense.
Mesdames Johnson. G. W. Lewis and
Roberts looked after the guests as they
arrived. Mrs. D. w. Lewis presided at
the attractive little tea table in the din
ing room with Mrs. Joehnok. Miss Smay-
field and Christine johnson assisting.
while Miss Howell with her sweet and
dainty manner was to be found every
where making the guests feel at ease and
contributing to their comfort and pleas
ure in many ways.
An enthusiastic crowd was always to
be found in the parlor. where Miss otwell
had charge, and in fact every room in
that large residence was filed to over
flowing during the entire three hours.
The rooms were gayly decorated in red
and green. Poinsetta and red carnations
were the cut flowers while evergreens
and holly were used in profusion. In
addition there were numbers of blooming
pot ted plants and ferns. When the
charming ladies' issue invitations to a
function the CUES is are always sure OF a
delightful time. no matter what the
amusement may be. and Monday after
noon was no exception to the rule. There
were many handsome costumes to be
seen, too many to make individual note.
Misses Nelly and Johanna Potvliet
were the charming hostesses at Dutch
evening given to twelve Of their young
friends last Friday evening. and by all
reports it was one Of the most enjoyable
of the yuetide parties. As the young
people arrived Mrs. Potvliet made the
suggestion that they should each imag-
inc themselves in Holland for the festivi-
ties were to be conducted as nearly as
possible as they were in Holland. First
tea and chocolates were served in the
most beautiful china brought from
abroad. afterwards progressive ga mes
were played and Miss Johanna favored
the guests with delightful music. Then
the chief attraction was announced-th
Dutch dinner. The place cards were
veritable words Of art being dainty little
cards with Dutch figures painted on them
by DR.. Potvliet himself. We can't begin
to tell what was served for our reporter
had mslaid her Dutch vocabulary, but as
one young lady aptly put it 81 didn't know
what was eating but it tasted mighty
good. The Holland cake called Christmas
wreath" and ice cream ended the dinner.
Every boy and girl who was there con-
sidered themselves fortunate in having
an opportunity to attend such an elegant
and unique function. Maude Monkman
won the prize in the progressive games
and is now the proud possessor of a
framed hand painted panel picture. the
work of DR.. Potvliet.
Mrs. C. W. Fenlsson entertained a
number Of the Baptist young people last
Friday evening at her home. The
Agogas and Amomas were out in good
number. The young ladies met early for
business meeting in which officers were
elected for the new year. The young
men came later. After playing number
of interesting games in which was found
out the most popular. most oonoeited and
homlest Of the party, most delicious
refreshments were served. such as only
Grandma Fenlason can prepare. All
present voted Grandma the best hostess
of the closing year.
Mrs. Frank Green delightfully."- enter
tanned her Sunday school class on Thurs
day evening. The affair was sort Of a
birthday party in honor Of Miss Alice
Babcook. Progressive turnover was
played and dainty three course lunch
con was served. The young ladies
report spending an enjoyable evening.
Mrs. D. L. Joehnek delightfully."- enter
tanned at o'clock dinner Monday even
ing in honor Of Mrs. z. T, Roberts. who
is here visiting for few weeks, Covers
were laid for eight.
Mrs. S. W. Sinsheimer of Swink and
Mrs. J. F. Kearns of La Junta were
amongst the out-of-town guests at the
Tuxedo club dance last Friday night.
Mre w Grean entartained a num-