The Coconino sun., 1917-12-21
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but the faithful ones toiled on regard less of their absent co-workers. Last Tuesday was most interesting ses- sion, for the chairman had received a letter from headquarters of the Pa cific Division and besides the usual stereotyped form of acknowledgment there was footnote saying, "Let me compliment you on this work" This alone is sufficient to arouse enthus- iasm and renewed efforts on the part of the workers. Mrs. Porter was kind enough, also, to make list of the ar ticles sent out. The total amounts to 16,151 articles, which include 1894 hospital linens, 9,91S surgical gauge, 2,137 muslin surgicals, 1,104 operating room linens, BIO comfort bags and 1S1 knitted articles. While these in- clude only what has been sent, there yet remains great deal ready for shipment.
 Ever grateful for favors Mrs. Por- ter conceived the delightful idea of perpetrating surprise last Tuesday afternoon and in a neat little speech, outlining the chief requisite of sol dier-implicit obedience-she succeed ed in having the ladies lay aside their sewing at 3:S0 at which hour, preced- ed by musical program, rendered charmingly by Misses Metcalf and Sweeting, she served an appetizing lunch, which called forth many words of genuine praise.
 The teams are busy this week with the Red Cross membership drive. The insignia of an all-American family is being displayed in many a window.
 The ladies are having no difficulty in having old members renew and at the same time securing new ones. On the 24th each Red Cross household is asked to burn a candle that the great Red Cross may show to the world its mission of mercy.
 The Red Cross seals have been splendidly taken up, which is another evidence of the earnestness on the part of the American public to help win the war.
 Woman's Club Meets
 On last Saturday at 2:30 the meet ing of the Woman's Club for Decem- Der was called to order by first vice president, Mrs. Wm. Babbitt. The opening musical number, America, was followed by minutes and reports from various committees. The club financially stands s54.63 to the good, while the Library reports a balance of S251.87.
 The general consensus of opinion was to the effect that the club contin- ue it's monthly business meeting but eliminate its program. Mrs. Slipher was unanimously elected to fill the vacancy of president and quite gra- ciously accepted.
 These business sessions will be held at o'clock on the second Saturday of each month at the home of Mrs. Grif- fin. After few minor matters of business the club adjourned until its January meeting.
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 Coach Thorpe Banquets Warriors.
 Last Friday evening the victorious Normal school football squad had a taste of something more than victory MT. Thorpe, their coach, felt that lau- rels and letters do very we'll while enthusiasm runs high, but after the noise of victory should come a more enduring reward and with this in mind the boys were invited as guests of Mir. and Mrs. Thorpe to wonder ful dinner which only after an inter- val of few days, were they able to tell about.
 Seated at the table, suggestive in every detail of football and the Nor nal, were Joe Hanley, George Smith, John Kennedy, Gaston Aubineau, Pratt Udall, John Conrard, Price Brinkerhoff, Neal Phelps, Charles Pierce, Paul Richards, Franklin Wal ker, Raymond Ross, Ralph Cameron, Merwin Parks, and Pat Boyce. After dinner came the awarding of letters and the election of captain for the coming season.
 Neal Phillips accepted the honor in a neat speech and the remainder of the evening was given over to thorough enjoyment.
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 Birthday Surprise.
 Mrs. Anderson succeeded in plan ming a neat little surprise last Thurs day night, the occasion being the birthday anniversary of her husband
 When MT. Anderson returned from town he found his friends more than ready to give him a royal reception.