The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1918-06-27

the production and distribution Of
food supplies, connecting population
and shipping centers with surrounding
agricultural areas
Reception to Mr.. and Mrs. Cravens.
The big reception held at the arm
DRY last Tuesday evening for Mr.. and
Mrs. Clifton Cravens was altogether
an enjoyable affair except for the fact
that it was a farewell reception. The
number in attendance and the many
sentiments expressed tes-
titled to the nature Of the loss the
community is sustaining in the re-
poval Of Mr.. and Mrs. Cravens from
our midst.
All the arrangements for the affair
were in the hands Of different COM
mittees and everything was splendidly
planned and carried out.
The armory was most tastefully
decorated for the occasion, and while
in the decorations the ever present
war spirit was dominant, still there
was a clever intermingling of flowers
and Of the Princeton high school col
sors, which latter was in respect for the
Almmnf society, of which Mr.. Cravens
has long been one Of the moving
spirits. :i Is. & :s7 z s
Mr.. Mcmillan, as master Of cere-
monies, performed his duties in his
usual able way.
The opening number on the pro-
gram, a.song entitled, s'The Awakening
of Spring by the ever popular trio
composed Of Mesdames Mcmillan, C..
Fl. Nelson and Geo. Ross, was so well
given that they were required to re-
spond to an encore, which they did by
singing, The Marching Song Of Amer
ica."
81 Nh. Garrison, whose splendid voice is
always an addition to any program,
sang, "Bluebirdo and ..Play Make Be-
lieve."
Mr.. Mcmillan, in behalf of the gen
eral public, then spoke a few we'll
chosen words Of appreciation and re-
gret to Mr.. and Mrs. Cravens appre-
citation Of what they had meant to
Princeton and Of regret that Prince
ton was about to lose them. He
touched on all the different activities
that Mr.. Cravens has been at different
times identified with-and they are
many ranging from his whole-heart-
ed and self-sacrifcing work for the
Red Cross to those Of purely sports.
He spoke Of Mr.. Cravens' unbounded
cheerfulness in accepteing any duty
that ever presented itself and of his
faithfulness in the performance of
anything he ever undertook. And to
Mrs. Cravens he gave generous share
Of the praise, saying that no man.
could have "put through" what Mr..
Cravens has had he not had the solid
backing of fine wife. Mr.. Mcmillan
closed his remarks with the presenta-
ton of handsome box Of silverthe
gift of the many friends Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Cravens.
Mr.. Cravens showed that his feelings
were deeply touched in his reply to the
speech and in his acceptance of the gift.
Mr.. Mcmillan surprised number of
the men present by calling on them
Tor impromptu speeches.
All were caught off guard but re-
sponded nobly to the test, each speak
ing some words of praise for "Cliff,"
as Mr.. Cravens is Familiarity known.
4 The informal program was closed
by the delightful singing Of, "Good-
bye, Ny Friends, Goodbye" and Fare
we'll to Thee" by Mrs. Serenus Skahen.
81 While pleasant social time was
enjoyed by all present, delicious re-
freshments were served, after which
the floor was cleared for dancing,
which continued into the night Frappe
was served during the dancing.
Mr.. Cravens, after being with the
First National bank here for fifteen
years, goes to be the assistant cashier
in bank at Bemidji, where there are
fine opportunities for promotion,
which we hope will come soon to him.
The best wishes Of the whole COM
munity go with Mr.. and Mrs. Cravens
to their new home.
], Draft Age to Remain Unchanged.
According to late advices from
Washington the draft age limits will