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Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Minviue

The Ladies Aid of the M. E. Churci
will give a chicken supper on Satur
day evening, March 29th, in Churcl
Hall. Everybody invited to come anC
enjoy good supper.
Rev. P. H. Cave of Washington, D.
c., preached an eloquent sermon to
his audience on Sunday evening.
The Green Tea given by the Ladies
Aid at the hcme of Mrs. G. H. Town
send was a success both socially and
financially as over $4,000 was real
ized; a large crowd being present.
The towns of BishopVille, Md, WyOm-
ing, Selbyville, FrankfOrd, Dagsboro,
ROXana and Ocean View were well
represented. Miss Nellie Ringler of
Bishopville, Nd, gave two fine reci-
tatiOns entitled "Mazie of the Movies"
and "The Irish Pig" Several Irish
songs were well rendered by Mr.. No
BILE and Mr.. Wiley. Our pastor, Rev.
G. w. Hastings, by request of the hos
tess, gave us a little history of st.
Patrick. Mrs. Townsend then brought
in miniature Blarney stone for who
ever wished to try to kiss it blind
folded.
Blarney Castle so celebrated in r.
ish song was built in the fifteenth cen
tury. There they say is the famous
stone who has not heard of
It's magic power. The hostess, Mrs. !
served delicious refresh
ments.
Mrs. Matte Townsend Of Wyoming
s visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. H.
Dukes.
Clinton Evans is very sick at this
writing.
Paul West who for some weeks has
een in Dover for surgical treatment,
pent the weekend with his mother.
Millville Council No. 81, Jr. o. U.
|. NJ, of this place, will give an oys-
er supper and ice cream social on ,
thursday night, March 9th. Each
lember will be granted an extra plate
)r his wife or friend.
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Houston

The Ladies Aid met at the parson
age on Thursday night, March 13tl
and the following officers were elect
ed for the coming year: President
Mrs. B. S. ManlOVe; vice president
Mrs. Howard ThistlewOod; secretary
Mrs. VIM. Chism; assistant secretary
Mrs. Ralph Butler; treasurer, Mrs
David Vinyard.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Passwaters of
Chester spent the weekend with
their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Edward
Passwaters.
Miss Mildred Griffith of Milford
spent Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Eu-
gene Sharp.
Mrs. Everett Manlove and son of
Milford spent Thursday of last week
with Mrs. Merrill ThistlewoOd
The young ladies Sunday school
class met at the home of their teach
er, Mrs. VIM. Biggs, on Friday night
and after the Sunday school lesson
had been discussed a very good time
was spent socially, playing games and
listening to the radio.
Miss Eleanor Simpson and Miss Ell
va Marvel are detained from school
on account of chicken pox and Paul
Inc johnson with pink eye.
The Parent-Teacher Association of
Houston will meet next Monday ev-
ening in the primary school building.
This will be a get together meeting.
Positively every member is urged to
come out and have a good sociable |
time. The old folks will spell. The
pupils will entertain with arithmetic
and geography. Light refreshments
will be served to all. 1t is to be a rally |
day. Remember that the entire mem |
bership of 2SO are invited. No business
just good time. Come out and be
Jolly.
Our 7th and 9Th grades have Just
secured some valuable and interest
ing geographical literature from Aus
tralia, Honolulu and Sweden. Our
boys and girls are after knowledge
and do not care how far they have to
90 to get it.
Our school library has 1872 books
now. Have you given yours?
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21

STATEMENT of the ownership management
circulation etc require by the Act of Congress
Of August a. 1872 of MILFORD CHRONICLE pub.
lished weekly at Milford. elaware for March,
1924.
STATE OF D LAwARE,
! COUNTY OF SsEX I IS.
Before me, a NtIry Public in and for the
| State and county aforesaid. personally appeared
9: Marshall Townsend Secretary. of Milford
Chronicle Publishing Co.. who. having been duly
sworn according to law. deposes and saws that he
is Secretary of the MILFORD CHRONICLE. and
that the following is. to the best of his knowl-
edge and belief. true statement of the oyvnersbn
management, ETC., of the aforesaid publication for
the date shown in the above captioD re0uired nv
the Act of August "a. 1912, embodied in section AS
Postal Laws and Regulations. to wit:
!. That the names and addresses of the pub-
ayers are:
Publisher, Milford Chronicle Publishing Com
pany, Milford Delaware.
Editor. Theodore Townsend. Milford. Delaware
managing Editor George Marshall Townsend
Milford, Delaware.
Business Manager, Thomas C. Reynolds. and G.
Marshall Townsend Milford. Delaware.
2. That the owners are:
Theodore Townsend, Milford, Delaware Is West
Second Street.
George Marshall Townsend Milford Delaware,
4OS Lake View Avenue
Thomas C. Reynolds Milford Delaware 9O1
South Walnut Street.
Mrs. Pauline Townsend Hanley. Milford Della
ware, Is West Second Street.
8. That the known bondholders nnort0aOees
and other security holders, holding 1 per cent or
more Of total amount of bonds, mortgages, or other
securities are: None.
4 That the two paragraphs next above giving |
the names OF the owners, stO :kholders and se- |
curlty holders if any, contain only the list of
stockholders and security holders as they appear
upon the books Of the company but also in cases
where the stockholder or security holder appears
upon the books of the company as trustee or in
any other fduciary relation, the name of the per-
son or corporation for whom such trustee is act
ng is given; also that the said two paragraphs
contain statements embracing affiant's full kHovl-
edge and belief to the circumstances an con-
1ltlons under which stockholders and security
holders who do not appear upon the books of the
company as trustees, hold stock and securities in a
capacity other than that of bona fide owner and
his affant has no reason to believe that any other
person association corporation has any interest
rect or indirect in the said stock, bonds or other
ecurities than as stated by him.
D. That the average number of copies of each
9sue Of this publication sold distributed hrou
ne mails or otherwise to paid subscribers during
he six months preceding the date shown above is
500 weekly. G. MARSHALL TowNsFNJD.
Sworn to and subscribed
lSEALJ before me this 18th day
of March. 1924
EDWARD V. HENDERSON, Notary Public
MY commission expires January 18th 1921
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21

STATEMENT of the ownership. management
circulation etc require by the Act of Congress
lished weekly at Milford. elaware, for March.
1924.
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Frederick

The steamer F'rederica has been re-
painted and left Monday for Philadel-
phia.
The high school girls and boys
basket ball teams went to Dover Sat
urday night to witness the games and
also dined at Cooks. They had a very
pleasant time.
The annual meeting of the Dover
District of the WOman's Home Mis-
sionary Society of the Methodist Epis-
copal Church of the Wilmington Con-
ference will be held in Laurel, April
9Th. Mrs. 1. w. Belts, president of the
district will preside. The program
will appear later.
Mr.. and Mrs. Sharp Wilson enter
tanned at two very delightful card par
ties on last Friday and Saturday ev-
enings. On Friday evening progress
sive finch was played and prizes were
won by Mrs. Helen Nichols and Mrs.
Asa Rogers. On Saturday evening at
the pinOcle party the prizes were
awarded to Mrs. Burton Hendricks
and Reynolds Rogers. The decorations |
were in keeping with st. Patrick's
Day and quite attractive. Delicious
refreshments were served. About fifty
guests were present.
Thomas Spurry has been on the
sick list but is able to be out again.
Miss Wilhelmina Turner is slowly
recovering from a severe illness at the
home of her sister, Mrs. Hoey Gross.
Mrs. Helen Nichols and little daugh-
ter and Mrs. Johnson were Millville
visitors last week.
Mrs. H. F. Mitten is spending sew
eral days in Philadelphia this week.
Mrs. 1. W. Belts who has been con-
fined to her home for a week is able {
to be out again. 6
Leslie Stevenson who has been in s
poor health for some time is now con- /
fined to his bed.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar Harrington and E
family of Clayton were guests of Mrs. = =
Mary Kelley last Sunday. a
Mrs. Maggie Richards of near town t
has been visiting Mrs. Josephine Car 4
ey. e
Mr.. and Mrs. William Mitten and
son Billy and Mrs. John Hawkins of n
Dover were guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Il
Laura Stevenson on Sunday. ot
Capt. and Mrs. Albert Palmer have fC
been visiting relatives in Lincoln. h,
Mrs. Florence Parker is visiting her pt
sister, Mrs. Harry Harrington. di
Owing to a conflict of dates in en-
scheduled to take place
n the town hall the entertainment to
oe given by Caesar Rodney High
School on the 21st has been post
loned until further notice.
Mrs. Charles Listers property on
David street is being improved by the
painters.
The girls of the home. economics
lass have given some very delightful IN in
uncheons at the high school the past
week. to
J. A. Gray, our representative, is re- re-
uilding an immense garage on David eie
treet along the du POnt Boulevard. D.
is in an excellent location for bus IN, IN
less and we wish him success in his ma
ew enterprise. hol
DR.. and Mrs. Bradley Grier Of -
were guests of Mr.. and The
Irs. R. J. Russell this week. DR.. tio
rier will remodel the Davis proper ope
and make a handsome comfortable sSa sI,a
yelling there. eac
80 tiv,
Life Insurance. Chas. J. Holzmuel- ;,1 G5'C I
r, Milford. f29-St the
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Glendale

Mr.. and Mrs. Robt. A. Warren of
Ellendale, wish to announce the en-
gagement of the daughter, Miss Flor
ence V. c. Warren, to Mr.. William
Willets, Jr., of Allentown, Pa.
Ellendale: Sunday school 10;
preaching Il; Epworth League, Hazel
Derrickson, leader, 7; preaching 1880.
New Market: Sunday school 10 a. m.
Union: Sunday school II a. m.
McCollys': Sunday school 2; preach
ing p. m.
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed proposals will be received by the
state Highway Department, at its ofFice.
Dover. Delaware, until O'Clock P. M
March 70, 1924 and at that place and
time publicly opened, for the constrI1e-
tion of State Aid Highways, involving the
following approximate quantities:
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21

How nice it would be if an indus
trious Greek could make shoes shine
as he makes an apple shine!
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Contract cN16
Bear.Chrlstlana 2.1s Miles

5000 Gu. Yds. Excavation
$500 Gu. Yds. Borrow
$500 Gu. Yds Cement Concrete
Pavement
OR $500 Gu. Yds. Stag Cement Concrete
Pavement
60 CIoes A
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21

under
1000 So. Yds. Glass A Concrete Gut
ter
1000 Lin. Ft. Wire Cable Guard Rail
$500 Lin. Ft. Wood Shoulder Curb
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Contract cK-21

Clayton Smyrna O.s36 Miles
1000 Gu. Yds. Excavation
200 Gu. Yds. Borrow
l'675 Gu. Yds. Cement Concrete
Pavement
OR 1875 Gu. Yds Stag Cement Concrete
Pavement
4.425 Lin. Ft. Center Longitudinal
Joint
go Gu. Yds. Glass A Concrete
$500 Lbs. Reinforcement
14O Lin. Ft. Is in. r. c. Pine
450 Lin. tt. Wire Cable Guard Rail
5OO Lin. Ft. Wood Shoulder Curb
Performance Of contract abau oou,-
mence within ten (1O) days after execu-
Clon OF the contract and be comDlefeA
during 1924 as specified.
monthly payments will be made for 30
ner cent n the construction completed
Bidders must submit proposals. upon
forms provided by the Department.
Each proposal must be ACCOMPANIED by |
I surety bond, certified check, or money |
@ tne amount OF at least ten (lO) per |
+ 'SShtuIn OF the total amount Of the propos-
The envelope containing the proposaI
must be marked Proposal for the Com
'truction of State Aid Highway Contract
The Contract will be awarded or reject.
q within twenty 600 days from the date
4 opening proposals.
The right is reserved to reject any or
II bids.
Detailed plans may be seen and index
lans and specifications may be obtained
pom deposit OF ten dollars $4,000 which
mount will be refunded upon return Of
lans and specifications in good condition
t the office Of
STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT.
29-4t
Milford chronicle., 1924-03-21
Contract CN17

Contract CN17
Basin corner-New Castle 1.eo Miles
10000 Gu. Yds. Excavation
1,500 Gu. Yds. Borrow
100 Tons Broken Stone Base
Course
$500 Gu. Yds. Stone Cement Con-
crete Pavement
DR. $500 Gu. Yds. Stag Cement Concrete
Pavement
60 Gu. Yds Glass A Concrete
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
FOUNDATIONS BEGUN
FOR DOME OF SHRINE
Four Supports Will Have Combined
Weight-Carrying Capacity
of 14,0c0, 900 Pounds. >
COSTS OF PARTS ESTIMATED
pilgrimages From Distant Cities to
Immaculate Conception Edifce.

Work has begun on the founda-
lions for the dome Of thes Shrine
OF the Immaculate Conception the
100000 ediflce being built at the
Catholic University.
Four foundations are being laid
TO support the dome and will have
@ combined fweight-sust tanning ca
pacity Of. 14,oo9,e0o. pounds. About
Zoo tons OF steel will be used in the
construction of the dome and each
Foundation will be made OF reinforced
concrete ,sixty-two feet square and
1ine and half feet thick.
On the construction of the crypt
alone $4,000 has. been spent, this
ssnm eeins raised by contributions.
he ftemtzed cost of the various
parts of the shrine for which gifts
have been invited is as follows:
There VIII be 10000 square feet of
marble wainscoting: 10000 square
teet OF Guastavino ceiling, 1000 square
seet OF marble flooriRg; four small
Formosa columns, at $3.50 each; fif-
teen stained glass windows at $500
each. fifty marble columns, each one
complete with hase, carved capital,
sornice and setting. at S1.75o each
hfteen marble affairs, at $4,000 each;
eight marble columns, eacte one COM
piete with base. carved capital cor
nice and setting, ut $1,000 each; two
marble vestibuies, at $4,000 each; If
eeen apSe Chapels, at $4,000 each and
three large apScs. In each apse will
be five complete chapels, at $4,000
each.
The National shrine of the Immac-
ulate' Conception is attracting pill
arrived from Boston, Mass, and from
Brooklyn, y. Y.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
G. w. u. CAMPAIGNERS
HEADED FOR MILLION
Solicitors Working Hard as They
Start Down Home
stretch.
LOOK TO SATURDAY
TO SATURDAY
Chicago to Set Definite Goal and
Other Cities Promise Help.

Local campaign workers for the
million dollar endowment fund for
the George Washington University are
looking forward to Saturday. when
the final report luncheon will be held
at 1890 o'clock at the New Willard
Hotel.
AT that time complete reports of the
results In the National Capital will
be available, along with reports OF
subscriptions obtained in other large
cities of the country. New York, Chi
cago and other great municipalities
are now busy, and great things are
expected Of them.
William Mather Lewis, president of
the university, addressed the alumni
of Chicago and vicinity at the Uni
versity Club OF Chicago last night. II
Is expected that the Chicago group
will set a definite goal similar to the
action taken by the New York Alumni
last week, when they agreed to seek
total of 100000 as their share In
the drive.
Maryland Reports Coming.
Following the announcement Satur-
day of the total of over si45.oo0 al.
ready raised 10y the Washingt on
teams, organizations in other cities
began their concentrated work yes
terday to bring the fund total close
to the million dollar mark.
A report from the Baltimore section
under the leadership of Judge IIar-
vey c. Birkel, received last night
indicates that a majority OF the
Maryland subscriptions will be in the
hands of tho committee here in time
for the next report meeting or
Saturday. Favorable reports have
heen received from the New England
division. Virginia and West Virginia
and the far southern and far western
sectors.
In a letter received today accepting
the divisional leadership of the state
of Iowa, III. c. Churchman, former
student at the university and now
a Des Moines attorney, said:
Il accept the challenge to secure
for Washington a greater George
Washington University. I think tina,
it is lifting and I hope that it may
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26

prove to be a propitious sign that
this reply goes forward to you on tho
anniversary Of him whom our uni
versity seeks ever to exait and honor"
Mr.. Churchman indicated that tho
spirit and loyalty OF alumni In other
cities would carry the campaign for
ward with the same impetus that has
accompanied the progress here.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Book Borrowers Arrested.

Delinquent book borrowers at public
libraries who refuse TO heed notices
and return owed due books, are like
w to BE- arrested and either fined or
Imprisoned 1t the action recently pur-
sued in Seattle. Wash, becomes popu-
Tar. The Seattle Public Library
caused forty-siS delinquent book Dor.
rowers to he arrested upon warrants
made possible under state regulations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Up in the
Wear.Ever Kitchen

new brides and house
wives long skilled in the
art are learning new hints
as to culinary economy.
Mrs. P. Calker Of the
Wear-Ever Company can
show you any number of
new uses for Wear-Ever
Aluminium cooking uten-
sis. See her cook a
whole meal in a Wear
Ever Roaster-that in it
self is worth a visit. Don't
hesitate to ask questions.
She will gladly, welcome
inquiries.
SIXTH FLOOR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
COIOrtuL CretOnnes

herald the season with
new bird, flower and con-
yentiona1 motifs, simply
a1ane with color. Yards
and yards and yards of
them in such enticing
combinations you yearn
to set about making new
draperies the instant you
behold them. Yard, 2Sc,
38c and SOC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26

this time to the tie and
with Cavalier Cuffs to
match. One Of the newer
collar and cuff sets that
boasts a four-in-har1d tie
as part of it. Fashioned Of
heavy linen bound in blue
or brown organdie, with
vari-colored stripes for
effective trimming, $i.W.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Bank in New Mexico Closed.

CLAYTON, N. NJ, February 26.-The
First National Bank at Clayton closed
yesterday. \ notice said the directors
had decided to 'liquidate the bank"
The bank has a capital of 100000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Sen,i-CircuIar Wells

just big enough to
drape over the brim Of
the small c1oche or tur-
ban. Sometimes they
droop over the brim, just
shading the eyes, and are
equally smart worn mask
like just to the tip of the
nose. Stunning patterns
in staple colors and COM
binations, sec.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Stylish Stout
BrassiereS
79c

The long, comfort
able brassieres tn a t
come down we'll over
the corset and never
ride up"
Made of well-wear-
ing broche with elastic
inserts and fastening in
back or front, as you
wish. Sizes So to 81.
THIRD FLOOR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Harmless Laxative for the
Liver and Bowels

Feel fine! No gripping or incon.
venience follows a gentle liver and
bowel cleansing with "Cascarets."
Sick Headache, Biliousness, Gases, In
digestion. and all such distress gone
by morning. For Men. Women and
Children-lOc boxes. also 25 and So
sizes. env drro store
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
The Ne,uest
Ideas
r. BY JANE STUART

NesU Cloves
-gauntlets of course, but
modified in true spirit Of
the vogue for tailored
accessories. Of softest
French kid, with severely
tailored cuff, piped in con-
trasting color and fin-
.ished with one pearl
clasp. All the best
Spring shades to choose
from, $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26
Again Fashion Favors
Smart Fur Scarfs

Luxuriant, full animal
scarfs, or the equally chic
fur chokers, whichever you
prefer. Attractive Spring
colorings, too.
Opossum (Blue Shade),
$5.95.
Tiberteen in new shades.
SOS.
Double Mink Chokers,
SOS.
Opossum Large AnirnaD,
$500.
Squirrel Double Animal),
$500.
Dark Squirrel Choker,
$o.75.
Natural Fitch & Animal),
$500.
Foxes in newer shades.
$500.
Stone Marten q Animal),
SECOND FLOOR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1924-02-26

SMART costume SttpS
sleek and finely tai
lored, a firm ally Of the
favored tube silhouette.
Without doubt, the ideal
foundation for the tailored
street -frock or suit.
Faa shio n G d of finest
radium in black, navy,
gray, tan, cocoa, flesh
and white, S5.95.
Evening star., 1924-04-15

There's no trick
in selling a man a
suit.
The thing is to
have him send
home the one that
looks best on him.
SO that he'll like
it when it gets
there. AS well as
his wife.
That's part of
our service. In
telligent, interest
ed statesmen to
help you select.
So you will get
what you like and
come back for
more. Whether
you select a $S5
or an $S5 suit, we
try to- get your
point of view.
Evening star., 1924-04-15

Illustrated BY one of art staff from stock rs
of the s45 quality group; size 81 regular; in eaU steel
blue gray Note: 2-bntton, easyftng coat aCelI rounded
corners the long roll and notch lapel 1009o correct
Trousers hang straight Developed III all the seasons
Ne1Uest patterns. SIS.
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MRS. HUDSON HOSTESS
TO FORTY-TWO CLUB

One of the prettiest parties of
this week was that at whicr Mrs.
T. G. Hudson was hostess at her
home on Taylor street, having as
her guests the members of her forty
two club and a few additional
friends to fill vacancies.
Mrs. Hudson's home was unusual
" attractive on this occasion With
vases of lovely daffodils, and hya-
cinths, and handsome basket filled
with pink and white carnations was
placed on the table in the living
room.
Late in the afternoon, delicious
salad course with an ice and hot
coffee was served.
Mrs. Hudson was assisted in en-
pertaining by Mrs. r. P. Moore.
The guest list included Mrs. EN-
met Bolton, Mrs. K. L. McMath, Mrs.
c. c. Hawkins, Mrs. Arthur Ry-
lander, Mrs. Charles Ansley. Mrs.
c. NJ Williams, Mrs. G. R. EEis,
Mrs. W. S. Ivey Mrs. G. f. Buchan-
an, Mrs. Grey Tillman, Mrs. John
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1 Goolsby, and Mrs. Laura Bagley.
MRS. MAsHBURN HOSTESS
AT LOVELY PARTIES

Friday, at her home. on Lee street
Mrs. II. b Mashburn was hostess At
two lovely parties, entertaining in
the morning and again in the after
noon at forty-two
The living room, dining room and
wide reception hall wher the guests
were entertained were atractively
decorated with lovely buttercups,
narcissi, and hyacinths in baskets
and vases, and bright blooming
plants added an attractive note Of
.color to the scene.
A group of charming Montezuma
matrons among Mrs. Mashburn's
guests at the morning party. These
We're Mrs. Horace Parker, Mrs.
Langdom Cheeves, Mrs. Larry Chas-
tain, and Mrs.. B. r. Adams.
Mrs. Mashburn's guest list for the
afternoon included the members of
her forty-two club which comprises
Mrs. am Heys, Mrs. Frank Turwn,
Mrs. Joe Bryan, Mrs, Mrs. L. w.
Brown, Mrs. H. B. Mashburn, Mrs.
Mrs. w. NJ. Humber, Mrs. Lee 'Coun-
Lee Hansford, Mrs. Fank Sheffield,
ell, Mrs. Herschel Smith, Mrs.
Howell Elan, Mrs. J. T. Warren,