New Britain herald., 1925-04-02
Mrs. Johnson Funeral


 officiating. lnterment was in West cemetery, Plalnyille.
 Mrs. Ward Honorcd
 The Ladies' Aid society of the Baptist church met at the home of Mrs. Irving T. Tyler on Park street yesterday afternoon. After the rou- tine business was transacted a so- cial hour was held in honor of Mrs. J, G. Ward, whose birthday was yes- terday.
 The hostess. on behalf of the so- cicty, presented Mrs. Ward with a pot of hyacinths. A birthday cake with candles and other decorations made by Mrs. C.'J. Morse, was the special feature of the party.
 A color scheme of pink was beau tifully carried out. A dainty lunch was served by Mrs. Tyler, assisted by Mrs. Richard Sedegren.
 "April Fooi' Party
 Mrs, Fred Abell's class, "The Jol- ly Bunch" of the Congregational church, were the guests of their teacher at an April Fool" party at the Y. M. c. A. hall last evening. About 30 guests were present. Mrs. Abell gave the party to the mem bers of the class as a token of ap- preciation of their efforts In so suc- cessfully staging the play. Alicia Perks Up," March 6. The hall was very prettily decorated and refresh- ments were served. Dancing was enjoyed until later hour.
 The play will be repeated by the members of the class Tuesday eve ming in the Community theater for the benefit of the Plainville Y. NJ. C. A. The characters will be as fol- lows; Randall .Holbrook, Viola Spencer; Alicia Holbrook, Elsie Evans; Perry, Clara Strung; Reba Goldstein, Rachael Smith; James Acton, Lucille Ryder; Madame Jeune-Touiours, Gladys Stillman; Annette, Elsie Hale; Patrice, Rena korner; Mrs. Wickham, Sadie Oken- quist; Mrs. Van Buren, Nellie Bux- by; Margaret Muldoon, Rachael Smith; Policeman Brown, Faith Strong.
 Members of the class are very anxious to get big audience at their performance so that the funds of the Y. NJ. c. A. will be swelled very greatly.
 Easter Bazaar Opens
 The PlainvlIle Woman's clubs Easter bazaar for the benefit of the building fund of the public library opened this afternoon. Many fancy articles and considerable amount of food was on sale. A white ele- phant table occupied a conspicuous position in the Grange hall, where the bazaar Is being held, and was the scene of much interest There was canvassing on a 17-piece filet luncheon set, an embroidered bed spread, a knitted bead bag and a dressed doll.
 This evening the entertainment will be provided by "Le- Roi," a pop uar and elusive magician of Meri- den.
 Tomorrow afternoon at o'clock the bazaar will open again for a continuation of the sale. Tomorrow evening, the closing night, there will be dancing.
 C. of C. Annual Meeting
 The annual meeting of the Plain- vile Chamber of Commerce will be held tonight in the rooms on Pierce street. Much business of impor- tance, including the election of off, cers for the ensuing year, will be transacted and therefore the attend ance of every business man and merchant of Plainville is urged.
 Selectman Returns
 First Selectman William Johnson has returned to his home on Union- vile avenue after spending several months in Florida.
 Warden Sells Dogs
 Dog Warden Marnio has sold two dogs which he found strolling around the streets of the town. They were placed in the dog pound when they were apprehended several days ago and through his own eff forts and those of Miss Morgan, the town clerk, homes were found for them. One of the dogs was brown and black and the other was brown and white. Nobody has claimed the one which was found Tuesday by Warden Marine and he is still re- clining in the dog pound.
 Catholic Services
 First Friday devotions will be held at the Church of Our Lady of Mercy tomorrow morning at 5:S0 o'clock, with distribution of com munion at o'clock. Tomorrow evening there will be services, con- sisting of Stations of the Cross and benediction, at 7:30 o'clock.
 Holy Name Meeting
 The Holy Name society Of the Church of Our Lady of Mercy will meet this evening in the Legion rooms at o'clock,
 Masquerade Social
 4 masquerade social will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will liam O'Neil, 35 Pearl street. Satur- day evening. April II.
 Plainvillc Items
 The midweek prayer meeting will be held at the Baptist church this evening at 7:45 o'clock.
 There will be evening prayer and litany at the Church Of Our Savior this evening at 7;20 o'clock.
 Alfred P. Mclean and Franklin P. Frisbie have been called for jury duty on the civil side of the Superior Court.