The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1913-10-06
STATE EVENTS

Mrs. John M. Disher and sister,
Mrs. Fred Westlein of Grand Forks,
gave a daintily appointed bridge
luncheon Saturday afternoon at the
home of Mrs. Disher on North Third
street, in honor of Mrs. James N.
Murray, who will leave soon for her
future home in Salem, Ore. Luncheon
was served at 1 o'clock and the ap-
pointments were in pink and white
and covers were laid for ten guests.
Following the service of the repast
bridge was the diversion and hand
some favors were awarded to Mrs.
Murray and Mrs. J. E, Sheehy, who
held the high scores.
Mrs. G.. M. Williamson Of Grand
Forks, was hostess Saturday, when
she entertained the members of the
Beta Gamma Psi sorority and their
pledges at a handsomely appointed
dinner, at her home on Belmont "
nue.. The sorority colors of gold and
white were carried out in all of the
appointments, the tables were arrang-
ed in the diningroom, and yellow
candles with shades in the prevailing
color were used. A delicious dinner
was served in courses at 6 o'clock, and
Mrs. Williamson was assisted by Mrs.
Vernon P. Squires. The guests re-
manned for the evening and the hours
were spent in visiting.
Mrs. T. J. Cassidy and Mrs. Peter
Morgan Of Grand Forks, were among
the hostesses of Saturday, when they
entertained a company of thirty ladies
at one Of the Altar SOCIETY parties.
They received their guests at the
home of Mrs. Cassidy on Cottonwood
street. Sewing and visiting were the
pastimes and musical selections were
rendered by Miss Lillian st. Lawrence
The afternoon was concluded with the
service Of a dainty repast and the
hostesses were assisted in serving by
Misses Sadie and Mamie Morgan,
Rose and Hazel Cassidy.
Lisbon Gazette: Saturday after
DOR Miss Mary st. j.. Jones enter
tanned at a 5 o'clock tea In honor of
Mrs. G.. r. Davies of Grand Forks.
Covers were laid for eight, the table
being adorned with place cards bear
ing an autumn design, a centerpiece
of golden glow n trailing vines set
upon a large circular dolly embroid-
cred in yellow and hearted pansy
blossoms scattered over the table
cover. The repast was served by Mrs.
William M. JONES' Sr., and Miss Inez.
Shortly after tea the guests repaired
to the armory to hear the speeches of
Governor Hanna and Mrs. Shepard.
Last Saturday evening the young
men of Sayre hall, Grand Forks,
entertained the young ladies Of
Larimore hall at an informal
reception. This is an annual event
in university circles, but this year the
young men rather outdid themselves
in hospitality. The rooms on the first
and second floors were thrown open
t o the guests. Mrs. O. Kirlin, the
matron of the hall, was ably assisted
in receiving by the young men. After
a pleasant hour Of getting acquainted
with the new people and renewing ac-
quaintances with the former residents
Of both halls, a very enjoyable pro-
gramme was presented.
DR.. Z. p. Robertson gave a humor-
ous talk on College Life, mentioning
the generous gift Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Sayre. This was responded to by
Howard CASTOR of Sayre hall, who
gave q view Of the family life of
Sayre.:& He spoke of the friendships
formed in the atmosphere Of kindness
that pervades the life of Sayre hall,
closing his remarks by quoting from
Samuel Walter Foss' poem, The
House by the Side of the Road. Mrs.
r. Robertson also made a few re-
marks, WHICH were appreciated by the
young people. Cuy1er Anderson and
Miss Irene Cox favored the gathering
with several solos.
The programme was followed by a.
Conversational. For this novel fea-