The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1922-05-17
DIALs NEWS

Dials, May 15.-The spring rally of
the Womap's Missionary society for
Greenyille district was held at this
place on Saturday, May 9th. The
meeting proved very inspiring one.
Both Mrs. Bourne OF Greenwood and
Mrs. Charles Of Connestee were pres
ent and gave detailed and interesting
accounts Of the work being done by
1.-THE different societies Of the district.
|Twenty-one delegates from the adult
and young peoples societies answ cred
to roll call and gave reports which
show that tho w. M. s. Of the upper
south Carolina Conference is doing a
wonderful work. Many visitors were
also present The day was an ideal
one with just a hint Of summer waited
on the perfume Of the hower-laden air.
making the picnic dinner served on a
long table under the spreading trees
one of added enjoyment. The "bill of
fare" included all manner OF good
things, even to ice tea ad hot coffee.
AT o'clock the meeting came to a
close with the understanding that the
fall meeting would be at 'Easley.
Miss Emma Harris has returned
from a brief visit with relatives in
Laurens.
Miss Matte Simmons, and Mrs.
Geoffreys Of Greenville motored
Uhrough and spent the weekend with
Mrs. ii. Y. Simmons and family.
Miss Dewey Armstrong had as her
attractive weekend guest Miss ,Jen-
ME Watkins, Of Greenville
| DR.. Marvin Harris, Of Greenwood, is
On visit OF few days with his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. D. D. Harris.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. Y. Gillespie, OF the
mountain city" returned to their
home Monday after enjoying the week
end with their mother, Mrs. Mary Cur
Try.
Mr. and Mrs. j. S. Phillips, Of Salu-
! da, N. c., were the welcome guests Of
home folks here during the weekend.
Prof G. Il. Brooks returned to Green
vile Monday, having spent the week
end with relatives here and in Gray
Court.
Miss lilly Thomason spent Friday
and Saturday in Laurens attending the
teachers examination.
The quarterly meeting for this cir
cult convened at Dials Saturday, May
18th. Presiding Elder James Stead
man, Of Greenville, was present and
pReached glowing sermon that
proved an inspiration to all.
A splendid picnic dinner was served
on the grounds.
The financial report was exceeding
ly good showing that the charge is
growing.
On Sunday morning at. II o'clock
the congregation again had the priyi-
lege of hearing Mr.. Steadman. His
discourse was timely and an eloquent
tribute to mother" and the home.
its being Mothers Day
and not detracting one iota from the
mother-love which the day commem-
Grated, Mr. Steadman yet paid glow
ing tribute to 'iDad" the unsung hero.
Mr.. Tillman Bolt, OF Hickory Tav-
ern, spent the weekend in our midst
being the guest Of his uncle, d. d.
Brownlee.
The school at this place completed
most successful term Friday. The
teachers and pupils enjoyed picnic
at the shoals. "A delightful picnic
lunch with iced drinks were served
while swimming was enjoyed by those
who felt inclined.
The school this session has proven
banner one, under the tutelage Of
Miss Cecil Owings and Mrs. Cleon Will
Ills (nee Alva IStoddarO. The school
has cotinued to grow and accomplish
Worthwhile things. That the pupils
appreciated the efforts Of their teach
er was shown by the nice gift present
ed to Miss Owings by the pupils or her
room.
A number Of prizes were given. Miss
Flora Graydon received the handsome
medal. and Miss Nell Harris came next
with highest average and was pre-
sented with a splendid prize. Leitha
Graydon, Mary Abercrombie and Helen
Harris also received prizes.
The many friends Of Mrs. J. Alvin
Curry are prevailing on her to make
the race for a seat in the general as
sembly. with the entrance OF women
into politics there Is no doubt nut