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South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CLUB DEPARTMENTS IN
BI-M0NTHlY MEETING

Ernest w. Young, architect of
south Bend. discussed the art of
home building at the regular meet
ing of the art department OF the
Woman's club Monday afternoon
Mr.. Young explained the means
which may be employed 10 give
taste and individuality 10 the home.
He showed several illustrations of
modern homes i'm which the new
ideas of home building are exem-
pIifed.
At the meeting of the home econ
onic's department held Monday
evening. Miss Margaret Parker of
the Epworth hospital. South Bend,
gave the third and last of her Sc
ries of talks on home nursing. sac
discussed the methods used in treat
ing simple accidents and ailments.
Both departments will meet again
Nov -
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
Of RED
CROSS IN MEETING
Reports Show Splendid Condi-
ton of the Local
Chapter.

At meeting of the local Red
Cross chapter held Monday even
ing at the Hotel Mishawaka. il was
voted 10 adopt the new constitution
as formulated by the national head
quarters of the society. According
10 the rules of the new constitu-
ton the executive committee viii
be composed of IL persons and will
have power to select the officers of
the chapter for the ensuing year
for which purpose a meeting will
be held next week at the hotel.
The acting executive was reelected
for the coming season.
Reports read by the treasurer
showed that the financial conditions
Of the chapter in the best condi-
ton. Great praise is due the loyal
efforts Of -Mishawaka women who
have labOred so tirelessly in the
efforts of this splendid organization
II is due TO their splendid work
that the local chapter has been
placed among the leading aux
iliaries of the country.
Although the apportionment of
garments required OF Mishawaka by
the government was 1000 garments,
this allotment has been greatly ex-
ceeded, and already there have been
sent to headquarters 1,102 knitted
garments, including sweaters. socks.
wristlets and bed garments which
have been sent to our boys at the
front More than $4,000 have baep
spent for yarn and other supplies
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

who has been in the past three
weeks. shows some improvement
Mrs @. Koontz has returned from
a visit at Walkerton and North Jud-
son, Ind.
Mr.. and Mrs Francis Mcdonald
OF L.oEansport. who have been visit
ing relatives and friends here the
past two weeks. left Tuesday for
Jacksonville. Fla 20 spend the win
ter with their son. r. A Mcdonald
and family Their daughter. Miss
bessie Mcdonald will visit in South
Bend and Chicago until after
Thanksgiving before leaving for
Florida.
class meeting of the Free Metho-
dist church Will be held Thursday
evening at the church. Mr. Lena
Nikard. leader.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
MAN HAS
THREE SONS IN ARMY

George Ganser, SOS f. Fourth St,
received a letter from his son, ST.
mon. yesterday, notifying him that
he had enlisted in the 35th Co..
1s6th depot brigade. and was now
stationed at Camp Lewis, Wash. He
left Mishawaka about a year ago.
This is the third son OF Mr.. Ganser
70 enlist since war was declared.
Bernard. who enlisted in April, is
now in France. while George, jr.,
who left with the contingent Of May
10. is a member OF Co. F. 4sth in
fantrv. stationed at Camp Merritt.
y. ]. He was recently appointed
corporal.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
SEARCH FOR SWINDLERS
OF BANK PRESIDENT
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CHICAGO. Oct. 30.-Private de-
tectives and the police today are
engaged in a search for confidence
men" who are alleged TO have
swindled J. b. Tierney, vice presi-
dent OF the First National bank OF
AnsIey. Neb. out of $4,000 and a
bank official near Bloomington. III.
out Of $4,000 by means Of fake
stock deals. The name of the
Bloomington banker is withheld.
Charles r. Worden. president OF
the First Hamilton National bank Of
Fort Wayne. Ind, has identified by
means of pictures in the rogues gal
Iery here. Joseph Well and Frank
Tarbeaux as the men who swindled
him out of $4,000. Both We'll and
Tarbeaux are said TO be we'll known
confidence men.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
RIVER PARK

Mrs. Fred Kroner was pleasantly
surprised Monday afternoon by the
members of the Birthday club.
when they gathered at her home 10
help celebrate her birthday ami
cially and luncheon was served.
The River Park Red Cross auxil-
larry no. ~ had splendid success
with their pastry sale held at the
old Cormican shoe shop. Eleven
dollars was taken in which was
clear profit as everything was do
mated.
The ladies Of the auxiliary wish
to thank the River Park ladies for
their generous response for dona-
tons. also for the use of the build
ing. Mrs. Charles Clark and Mrs.
Russell Hubbard had charge of the
sale and Mrs. Charles Thomas was
cashier.
a meeting of the River Park
Franchise league was hello Monday
evening at the home Of Mrs Charles
Gent, S. Seventh st. A committee
Of ladies from the league will at
=
Mishawaka Friday to sew and knit.
The next meeting will be held with
Mrs. Earl Camp, y. Sixth ST.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clyde Roderick, s.
Tenth ST, entertained with a family
dinner OF % covers. The out of
town guests were Mr. and Mrs.
Charles Inland, Misses Bessie and
Mabel Hiland and Ralph and Burl
Hiland of Rochester. Ind. After the
dinner a program of victrola music
was enjoyed, also a number Of vocal
and instrumental selections by the
guests.
Mrs. G. +. Wright was hostess at
g o'clock dinner Monday in honor Of
Miss Margaret Manard of Chicago.
The guests mum bered IA Mrs.
Russell roses were used in the dec
orations.
Prayer meeting OF the NJ. E.
church will be held Wednesday
evening at o'clock. Rev. J. \
Lord will have charge of the meet
ing.
Mrs. Fred Kroner will be hostess
to the r. P. F.. club Friday after
noon.
The Blue Bird club will meet Fri
day afternoon with Mrs. d. Myers
Eighth ST
Miss Mary Read has returned
from a visit with Miss Jennie Frager
and Miss Mary Miller at Goshen.
Mr.. and Mrs A. r. Seymore. S.
Eighth St. have left for Gary TO re
side.
Mrs A. NJ Cornlican. Smith st.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
GIVEN FAREWELL SURPRISE.

Mrs r. 7. O. Wilder. S3l r. Thlrd
st. was delightfully."- surprised Mon
dav afternoon by the Ladies Aid So
cietv Of the German Lutheran
church. The affair was in the ma
ture OF a farewell. as Mrs. Wilder
will leave shortly for Flint Mich.
where the family will reside. Mrs.
George Motifs made the presenta-
ton speech which accompanied a
beautiful gift. Following luncheon,
The afternoon was spent with social
diversions. Patriotic songs were
sung. out OF town guests were Mrs,
Herbert Kruger and son Of South
Bend.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
Two DRUNks ARRAIGNEp.

Charles Kirkwood, who was ar
rested Monday night after he had
created considerable annoyance at
the political rally at the Century
theater, was fined $40 and costs in
the city court Tuesday morning for
and carrying concealed
weapons.
Robert Patten also arrested Mon
day night by officer Jarrett for
was given a fine of 81
and costs, which was suspended on
good behavior.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
HALLOWEEN PARTY

Miss Catherine Stanley, residing
south of the city. entertained u
couples at a Halloween party Mon
day night. The guests came attired
in various costumes. The favor OF
the evening was awarded Ia Miss
Kelline Margery OF Chicago. who is
spending a few weeks at the Stanley
home. Contests were enjoyed. The
decorations were cOrnstalks, pump
kins and witches. Refreshments
were served
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
4 CORRECTION.

In connection with the article in
reference 10 the shortage Of pennies
which appeared in Mondays News
Times il was inadvertently stated
that Fred y. Smith was cashier Of
the Mishawaka Trust and Savings
Co. This was a mistake. Mr.. Smith
is cashier of the First National and
First Trust and Savings co.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CHILDREN MISS WEDDING
OF MILLIONAIRE FATHER

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NEW YORK. Oct 30-The chill
dreu OF Thomas Fortune Ryan. the
New York millionaire. who became
a widower oct L. refused today 20
comment on Mr Eyans wedding
Monday 20 Mrs. Cornelius O.. CuyIer.
wealthy New York widow
The children OF the bride and
BRIDEGROOM were not present az the
wedding which took place a Char
lottesville Va.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CHRISTIAN CHURCH SOCIAL.

About so members of the mems
and women's class OF the First
Christian church enjoyed a Halo
ween program in the entertainment
parlors OF the church last night.
Various games were indulged in.
followed by refreshments. Refer
ence was made 10 the excellent
work OF the Bible school and plsns
laid for an aggressive campaign this
fall and winter.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CELEBRATION BIG AFFAIR.

Great preparations are being
made for the odd Dress party ar
the Miami Country club or Halo
ween. All members VIII come at
tired in some unusual garb and
some will come masked as well
Homemade pumpkin pie dough
nuts. sweet cider and the usual Hal
loween viands Will help 10 make the
evening a pleasant one.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
POLICE LIEUTENANT is
KILLED BY TRAIN BANDITS
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CHICAGO oct 3O-Shot viii q
attempting 10 arrest bandits whom
M surprised footing freight cars,
Lieut.. Patrick LAWN. 81 the special
police. is dead here today The ban
dts escaped but the police. not sat-
ished with the story told rs Dennis
Anderson, q watchman and will
liam Perkins. a truck driver. are
holding them
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
HOSPITAL NOTES.

Kenneth MCMillen, 1905 y. Sarah
St. was operated on Tuesday morn
ing at St. Joseph's hospital for the
removal OF his tonsils.
Marion Kelly, POI Wenger St,
submitted 10 an operation Tuesday
at the hospital for the same cause.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
LINCOLN THEATER TODAY.

Bessie Barriscale in Borrowed
Plumage" viii appear at the Lin
coin theater tonight. This picture is
a romantic comedy drama which is
TO be the browning achievement of
Miss Barriscale's screen career
Thursday, William S. Hart will
appear in "Hell's" Hinges" at the
Lincoln.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
REWARD FOR CAPTURE OF
BIGEL0W'S ASSAILANTS

NEW YORK. oct. 30-Frederic
II. Robertson. publisher Of a med
ical paper. today offered a reward
Of $1,000 for the apprehension and
conviction OF any or the men who
kidnapped and horsewhipped Herbert
;. BigelOw. pastor Of the Peoples
church az Cincinnati. .. he said
his offer was Inspired by a love Of
justice.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
FREE LESSONS TO BE GIVEN

Miss Josephine Andrews, librar-
ian, announces that a course of 10
lessons in food conservation will be
afforded any woman signing the
government food conservation cards
at the public library. The lessons
are prepared in pamphlet form and
a copy will be presented to each
woman signing
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
NUSHAWAKA PERSONALS

Rev. r. F. Parker has as his
guests for the day DR.. r. J. Wade
and DR.. r. II. Morrison Of Elkhart.
Charles w. Bingham left Tuesday
morning for Seattle Wash. on bus
mess. He will be gone about a
week.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CHnRTS To MEET.

The ladies' chorus OF the Woman's
club will meet this evening at the
library building at 1880 o'clock.
Prof. II ". owens will direct. All
members are desired 10 be present
and 20 come prepared 10 purchase
their music
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
CALLED TO IAAKEvTILE.

Miss Alpha Balsley was called 10
I-akeville. Ind, Tuesday on account
of the critical condition OF her
father. Albert Balsley. Mr.. Balsley
has been i'll for some time and little
hopes are entertained for his re-
COvery.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
SPEAK IN ELKHART.

Rev. b Earle Parker and G. A.
Studley were in Elkhart Monday
evening where they spoke at a sun
day school conference and banquet
in the interest of the partnership
plan in Sunday school work.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
RAISE MACHINIsrs. pay

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LAFAYETTE. Ind. oct sO.-AU
machinists in the Monon railroad
shops here have been granted an in
crease i'm pay of three cents an hour
The increase becomes eTctiv Nav
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
VISITING IN KENTUCKY.

Mr.. and Mrs. Robert +. Maverick.
:. Union St. have gone TO Louisville,
Ky, 10 spend a few weeks with rela-
tives While in Kentucky they Will
also visit at Newport, Covington and
Fort Thomas.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
Mishawaka Lodge. $50. r & A. VI

Called Meeting. Wednesday even
ing Work in the f. 9. degree.
Daniel f. Day. w. NJ. z. s Ander-
son. Sec'y. --Advt
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
TO GIVE DANCE.

A Halloween dance Will be given
Wednesday evening at Winey's hall
by memb ers of the North Side club.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
WITNESSES TELL
OF MEAN s DEALS
Brokers and Bankers Appear
Before Grand Jury As
States Evidence.
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CONCORD. y. g.. oct so. -
What CASTOR e Means did with the
fortune Of Mrs. Maude A. King. the
woman he is alleged 10 have muir
dered here Aug. %. is being told 10
Cabarrus county grand jury today.
a group OF some 10 Chicago
brokers, lawyers, bankers and insur-
ance dealers were today called and
viii appear before the grand jury
and tell what they know of Means
business relations with the wealthy
Chicago lumber kings widow IL
is understood here that the states
purpose in producing this evidence
is 10 establish motive for the
crime.
Had Squandcred Money.
II is generally believed here that
acting as confidential agent for
Mrs King, had squandered and lost
her fortune and feared that she
would soon ask for an accounting.
At any rate il is a certain fact Means
has never made an accounting OF
the estate OF Mrs. King. claiming he
cannot do so until he has in his
possession papers which were seized
from his apartments in New York
by detectives.
Counsel for the defense are anx-
ious TO have a rapid trial for Means
finds confinement irksOme and
wearing upon his nerves. Atty. Gen.
Manning Of North Carolina, is here
from Raleigh today and will assist
Solicitor Clement in the prosecu-
ton.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

save coal and add 10 your comfort
this winter ~ installing our storm
sash and doors now. Lowe Lum Der
Co Adv.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

rooms. bath, pantry and large
cellar. hot water heat hardwood
hoors newly decorated throughout.
'utbuilding for garage or storage.
Favorable location in east end park
district Rental $50 per month.
owner viii sell on favorable terms.
Inquire ~ Real Estate Department.
hIishavaka Trust and Savings Go.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

WANTED-Young ladies for gener-
al office work. also typists. Apply
at once office Nishawaka Wooden
Mfg CO.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

Don't say you saw Il In the
newspaper. Say News Times
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
MISHA w AKA
WANT ADS

1VANTED-Au experienced maid
for general house ork Address
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

WANTED-Positiou as housekeeper
bs woman with one child. Al
dress aI6 T.. Eleventh So
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

FOR SALE Year old Irish setter.
Phone II. 422 or Bell 242.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

FOR SALE-oue tady pulling ma
chine one popcorn shelter Rea-
=caable price cali at once. los L.
hishawaka ar. Home phone $50
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

WANTED-Good. plain woman cook
for North Side restaurant. Apply
81 person.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

LOST-Pocketbook containing mon
ey from Beuhler Bros. market
to street car station or ON south
side car. Reward Call Home
phone SIS. 81
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

Trading with advertisers
means more for less cash.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30

FOR SALE-Modern seven room
house One-half block on Lincoln
wsy ". Bargain II taken az once.
Bel phoa~ aGs.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
cal Issue OF Campaign.

add further answer TO the attempt
ed iusuIt 20 me
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-10-30
W. p. O'Nein Talks.

Former Lieut.-Gov. William Z.
O'Neiu was then introduced by
Chairman Duncan Campbell M-
O'\eiu declared that he would not
be taking an active interest IN To-
cal politics except for the misrep-
reservations and insinuauons made
against him and the administration
under which he was city attorney
by Mayor Gaylor in his speech last
Thursday night.
Il believe II Is necessary for me
to do SO. Mr. C'Seill said. because
OF the fact that thu local aitv hall
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
WINTER PROGRAM OF
MIDDLETOWN CLUB WOMEN

Special 10 THE EVENING JOURNAL.
MnDDLETOwN. Del, Dec. 2s-The
calendar for the New Century Club
for the months of January and Fcbru-
ary follows:
January mo meeting.
January s-Executivd board meeting
> o'clock; business meeting, 2.3O
o'clock.
January i5-Mrs. G. Lindsay Cochran
cheirman Lecture, the Rev. j. NJ
Eckard.
January 22-Nlrs. James L. Warren,
chairman Mrs. Rosa, Prison Reform
January 20-Nlusical. Miss Frances
Watkins at the home Of Mrs. J. l..
Shephe d.
February 5-Executive board meet
ing, 2.30 o'clock Business meeting,
3O current events.
February PMS. F. y. Watkins,
chairman Historical sketch. "Old 30
hemia Manor
February l9-Nliss Helen f. Brady,
chairman. To be announced.
February 26-Alrs. Clarence +. Pool,
chairman. Music. NJ s. Leland Pleas
anton An exhibition Of ilags used in
our country since the landing Of Co
lumhus, Mrs. r. H. Moon
Mr.. and Mrs. William T. COnnellee
announced The engagement Of their
daughter, Miss Laura Connellee, 10 Cap
tain John L. Pitts, 3i9th Infantry, L..
s. r., at a knitting party given by Mrs.
Connellee, at her home on Green street
on Thursday afternoon.
The members Of Queen Esther Erclc
viii give an entertainment at the par
sOnage this evening"
The Sunday schools Of Forest Pres
bylerlan Church and Bethesda NJ. q.
Church gave their annual treat 10 the
primary department on Thursday even
ing
A five hundred card and finch party
viii be given at the Century Club on
New Years eve, for the benefit of the
club No prizes viii be awarded
John Heldmyer, Jr, has sold for j,
4 p. Ngire Hhe Clayton farm Of 2iO
acres. at Cecilon, Md and the Jacob
Poor farm OF 800 acres. near Earlvillo
Md, also the George c. De Nalingel
farm 10 Or. ID. w. Lewis; two small
farms near Earlville to Lewis. Mr.
/ Heldmyer has sold the James d. Davis
Jr, farm, near sassafras, TO Joseph
/ WoOleyhan.
Mr.. and Mrs. Theodore Whitlock en-
teriained over Christmas Mr. and Mrs
Enrique Alontes de Oca and little
daughter of Philadelphia; Mr.. and Mrs
Allen Evans aud little son, OF Tr0inor
Pa: Theodore and Bruce Whitlock, of
Wilmington
Mr. and Mrs. John Grassland and chill
dren. OF Clayton; Ringgold Richards
of Wilmington, and Frank Richards. OF
Philadelphia. spent Christmas with
their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. George
Richards.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward 5. Jones enter
tanned their children over Christmas
Day
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
AHFR RFCIlIFNT.

Donald Brian is to pay us a visit at
the Playhouse the week Of January q
In Victor Herbert's latest success, Her
REGIMENT" This new musical delight
comes direct from the knickerbocker
Theatre. New York. Although as might
be inferred from its rather martial
title, Her Regiment" IS not a war
PLAY. II concerns the love affairs Of a
charming girl. who while visiting
America learns new ideas about mar
riage, and, who refuses on her return
to France 70 marry the elderly officer
that her parents select for her, when she
Insists upon marrying handsome
Young soldier who is her own choice.
il there is any conflict at all it happens
between her friend, the handsome sol
dier and the elderly colonel Donald
Brian, Of course. is the soldier lover,
while Audrey Maple, Frank Moulan.
Josie Intropidi. Paulina French, Hugh
Chilvers, Bradford kirkbride. Cissie
sevell, Norma Brown and Fred Manatl
Will appear in principal roles Included
in this list is a large and pretty chorus
OF youthful girls.
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
Attractions at the Theatres
mss LArRrTTE TANIOR.

Miss Laurctto Taylor will add still
another role to the repertoire that she
is developing for herself in Happiness, "
g comedy. In which she viii be seen
at The Playhouse tonight and tomor-
row afternoon and night Like ell the
other plays in which Miss TAYLOR has
appeared recently, Happiness is by j..
Hartley Manners, her husband. Its CEN
tral figure is a little dressmakers ap-
prentice, who is able. despite her pow
erty, to show some Of the wealthy pa
irons OF her employer how to get the
most out Of life. The role is a blend
Of humor and pathos, and it should suit
Miss Taylor precisely. In the presen-
tation Of the play she will have the as
sistance Of O. f. Heggie. j NJ. kerri-
gan. Lynn Forianne. Violet kemble
Cooper, Catherine Proctor and Herbert
nrucc
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
R abroad STOCKS AGAIN
SHOW MARKET ADVANCE
By The United Press

By The United Press.
NEW NORK, Dec. 2e.-Rails again
dominated the stock market today
WIN the rall Dads OF the country
to 80 under Government control, at
noon, the high prices reached by the
~~""s yesie day were increas-
ed fraciionally at the opening. The
s--. b.. ..,-. $50 was strong
New York Central opened at nv, up
I from yesterdays close. Union Pacific
was up 3h at liih. United states
Steel was up Z on first sales.
Other prices were as follows:
B. and o. 52h. up 4 Reading 72H
up IS; Southern Railway 24l, up M f;
Great Northern Ss%, up q.
Enthusiasm ran wild during the flrst
half hour All rails were up. some
above Thursdays high Equipments
were strong.
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
AT THE GARRICK.

Louise Dresser and Walter PerciNal
Broadway stars, who are at The Gar
rick Theatre this week, are making a
big hit in their act Saturday After
noon" which Is by Mrs. Walter Per-
ciyal. Il is really a one-act play, which
calls for very clever acting, with a bit
Of drama, a bit Of comedy and a lot Of
real action Miss Dresser and Mr.. Per
ciVal are considered top notchers, and
that reputation is fully maintained In
this act which is one OF the real feat
ures Of the holiday bill. The stage set
ting is elaborate and appropriate.
Evening journal., 1917-12-28
GRACE GEORGE.

It is felt that Wilmington has been
particularly fortunate in haVing Sc
cured Miss Grace George for weeks
oneaeement at The Playhouse, begin
ming with performance at iiaD
O'Clock on New Years Eve. She Will
appear each evening, with matinees on
New Years Day. Wednesday, and >aiur-
day
It is particularly graiifying 20 Tho
PLAYHOUSE management 70 secure Miss
George because this will De the nrst
time in nearly two years that she has
appeared outside her own theatre iu
New York City. 80 actress is more
popular IN Wilmington shan Miss
GeOrgc, and no actress deserves popu-
iarify more. yhe play which has
been selected for Miss George this
time is ~The Indestruciibie wife. By
Frederick and FAME Hstt0n. The couple
which wrote Upstairs and Down. ana
a number OF the present day successes.
The company is one of the best eNel
placed in similar production and In
oludes a number OF the best known peo-
ple in the profession. A delightful fea-
iure Of the production viii be a large
symphony orchestra, that VIII play the
oN erture and will also play between
lhe acts.