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Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
OIL ID f A SHION ED
HANDIWORK SHOWN
AT SIL We r TEA

Romance and memories of bygone
days were conjured up for guests
who attended the Silver Tea and ex-
libition of old-fashioned counter
panes and eoverlets sponsored by
the Guild of the Presbyterian church
at the home of Mrs. \. NJ. Williams
The affair proved a delightful in
novation in the usual form of en-
tertainment. and was decided sue
cess.
Specimens of fine handieraft. the
majority of which were over 100
wears old, We're attractively dis
played. Pieces handed down from
one generation to another, many of
them originally made in the far
cast and some on the other side of
the Atlantic Were shown. Variety
was added to the display by a col
lection of old table silver, daguer-
rotypes, fine old books. old imported
china and documents placed in one
corner attracted a good share of at
tention.
That such number OF antique
pieces should be available in a com
munity as Young as this proved a
surprise to many of those present.
Interesting histories of the arti-
dies were given on most of the pieces
some of these notes showing that
articles were made from thread spun
and cloth weven at home. Quaint
and beautiful designs and cOlors
made the display gay and novel.
Among those exhibiting fine old
pieces, many Of which were family
heirloOms, were Mesdames L. c.
House, W. W. Apple, Warren Cur
rier, Elmed \. Todd, Harry ".
Horton, Howard P. Never, Ella
Garren. F. b. Ferris, y. A. Contos,
+. ID. Jacobs, \. L. Lackey, \. c.
Hurlburt, c. ". Maitland, l.. p.
Sargent, \. NJ. Williams, Harold \.
Burnham, ". J. Clements, H. {.
Coe, Miss Florence Yarnell and
others.
A sampler, paisley shawls and a
dirk carried in the civil war brought
back vivid bits Of history to all who
saw them.
Tea was served by a group Of
Guild members throughout the after
noon. Those in charge Of the event
were Mrs. Ella Garrcn, Mrs. \. l..
Lackev, Mrs. F. B. Ferris, Miss
Agnes Crasford and Mrs. Williams.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
Much Fertilizer
Brought In State
During Past Year

Over five million dollars worth
of commercial fertilizers was pur-
chased by California growers in
1927-a buying program that was
followed by rejoicing, for these dol
lars yielded food and health to the
plants, according to Gerson D. Ben
der of the state department of agri-
culture, division of chemistry. Half
Of this amount was spent during
the first three months of the year; ;
and half of the year s tonnage con-
sisted of mixed goods.
The division of chemistry, will
soon publish new bulletin on com
mercial fertilizers and other soil am
cndments used in California. Copies
of Especial Publication c. F.'' can
be obtained from Gersop d. Ben
der, 7S4 South Central ave-, Los
angeles. There is no charge.
Aided by the division of chemistry
inspection force hundreds of grow
ers make it practice to have the
department analyze their CONNER
cial fertilizers Immediately upon de-
livery. All these analyses are in the
bulletin, together with the manufact-
urer's name, guarantee and past
record. While an analysis does not
entirely reveal the fertilizer s fit
ness, it does show whether or not the
purchaser is getting the plant food
he contracted to buy.
Progressive fertilizer manufactur-
crs are striving to assist their Gus
toners in several ways. They sup
Ply a dollars worth of plant food
and service for each dollar received
1 hey keep in touch with the latest
Developments in commercial product
ion of new and better forms of
fertilizers, for the economy of
client; and they also keep posted on
the progress of soil Improvement in
vestigation, such as the University
IF California is conducting, the bet
ter to help maintain the fertility of
that client s soil. 1t is an advantage
to the grower, and a credit to the
industry to have such manufacture
ers in California.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
Methodist Episcopal

DR.. J. Lewis Gillies, one of the
prominent preachers of the Meth
odist church and at present pastor
of the First Methodist Church of
Riverside, will occupy the pulpit
Sunday morning. The morning $
special music will consist of the
following numbers: Prelude, elm
promptu' (Schubert) by Mrs. J. ID.
Foss, anthem, "Leavc Me Not ~
lone,' Lorenz); contrslto solo Use,
lected) by Mrs. d. B. Roberts and
Offertory, "In Dreamland" (Ver-
ner) by Mrs. J. d. Foss.
In the evening the pastor will
preach on "Abyaham Lincoln. -
Mrs. Ruth Teeple Reid will render
as Prelude "To The Rising Sun, +"
(Toriussenl and as offertory, "Sou-
venir' (Devaux).
The fifth of the series of short
addresses to the young people of
the Sunday School will be given by
s. q: MeGrory. His subject will be
Seouting's Contribution to Life. -
. phe young people Of the Epworth
League will have as the special
speaker 1in the course on Missions
Being given Sunday i..c3hnings at
$3.50 O'Clock, Rev. Luis TIRE. pastor
of the Mexican Methodist Mission
of Calexieo. Preliminary to this
meeting they will gather at the par
sonage at 5:45 O'Clock for time
of sociabilitv. Light refreshments
will be served.
The monthly potluck supper will
be held on Thursday at $3.50 p. IN.
County missionary societies of the
Methodist churches will meet for
an all-day meeting at the church.
Pot luck luncheon at noon. Cnnfer-
ence officers will be the speakers.
All ladies of the community are in,
vited.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
MasOns To Hold
Annual Meeting

Officers and members of Impe-
rial Lodge No 800, F. and A. NJ,
are making arrangements for the
seventeenth annual get-together for
Imperial Valley and visiting Masons
to be held at Imperial, Washing
tons birthday, February %. Heads
of committees are working at top
speed to get entertainers dc luxe
for all parts of the program.
Detailed plans have not been com
pleted but it has been decided that
there will be sport program, din
ncr between and 6 p. m, and an
evening meeting at the Imperial
theater when prominent Mason
from Los Angeles will deliver an
address.
All Master Masons are urged to
attend in honoring the birthday of
Washington, one of the most color
full figures in recent Masonic his
tory.
Those who will attend are asked
to notify candy" Preblc, head of
the refreshment committee, as
soon as possible, in order that he
may make necessary arrangements.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
IMITATION HELD
AT NJ EE TING OF
SIGNAL CHAPTER

More than 60 members of the
Eastern Star gathered last evening
for the regular meeting of Signal
Chapter No. 276. The degrees of
the order were conferred on a num-
Der of candidates, one of whom was
initiated for Gate City Chapter No.
II of Denison, Texas.
Amang the visiting members were
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Bradford of Cal
exicO; Misses Geneyra Collin of Del
avan, Wisconsin and Julia Persin-
ger of Canton Chapter, Canton
Kansas; Mesdames Mary Mathews
of Aloha Chapter, Seattle, C. s.
Palmer of Euclid Chapter, Ontario,
David Creighton of Manzanita chap
ter, Morgan Hill, Calf, d. L. Zinn
of Canton Chapter, Kansas; William
Ceilings of Las Cruces, New Mexico,
Helma Smith of Golden Rule Chap
ter of Imperial, Florence Miller of
Daylight Chapter, Chicago; and Eu-
gene Deyo.
During the evening Eugene Deyo,
past patron of Hawaii Chapter No,
l, Hilo, Hawaii, told very interest
ingly of the reception of the most
worthy matrons of the general
grand chapter whenever they pay
their official visits to the islands,
Hawaii being under the direct jur
isdiction of the general grand chap
ter. Especially interesting was the
description which Mr.. Deyo gave of
the preparation and serving of the
native foods for the distinguished
visitors.
At the close of the evening
partners were found for the pleas
ant half-ho spent in the banquet
room where Mrs. j. W. Glasgow and
the following committee graciouslv
served dainty refreshments: Mes
danes T. C. Lanier. w. S. Sylvester,
Theresa Brooks, Minnie Ellis, Wal
ter L. Palmer. Frank Oswalt, ]. d.
McCary and Misses Frances North
and Lillian Holiday.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
WATERMAN COUNTRY
HOME IS SCENE OF
ENJOYABLE PARTY

Alice and Alta Waterman enter
tanned the members of Mrs. l.. II.
Grassland q Sunday School class of
the First Baptist church at a merry
Valentine party at their country
home last evening. Music and games
were the diversions of the evening
Refreshments were served buffet
style.
Those enjoying the affair were
Louise Ashley, Renada Bettis, Bar
bara Cannon, Leota Doud, Eloise
Dockery, Louise Dockery, Ella Mae
Fewell, Nellie Leah Harris, Lucille
Harrison, Barbara Hurst, Maxine
Morgan, Carol Terrell, Iris Mae
Tonev, Opal Crawford, Violet Cole,
Lucy Fay, Denham and the two
hostesses, members of the class, Mrs
L. H. Grassland, Rev. and Mrs. C.
+. Flanagan, Marion Flanagan and
Mrs. John F. Waterman.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
W.C.T.U. MEMBERS
HOLD SUCCESSFUL
ALL-DAY MEETING

At the home of Mrs. A. L. Pyle,
members of the w. c. T. [. held a
successful and well attended all
day program yesterday. \ pot luck
luncheon was served at noon and IN
the afternoon business session and
program were held, with Mrs. Sarah
STACK presiding.
Mrs. W. f. Hancock was in charge
of the devotions. G. S. Nagaw gave
the prayer, and Mrs. Charlotte
Sumner was at the piano. Roll call
was answered with scripture read
ings, among those responding being
several new members who have join
ed at the last few meetings.
Miss Sarah Reed, representing the
Council of Women for Home Mis-
sions. gave an interesting talk on
Our Foreign Neighbors, in which
she told Of her work here. She also
announced the world day of PRAYER,
which viii be observed here on Feb
ruary "a with an all day program
at the State Street Christian church.
Mrs. Mary c. Strickler pleased the
society with a reading. a parliamen-
tary drill was held under the direct
len of Miss Jane Royce. Committee
reports were made.
It was announced that Mrs. Eva
G. Wheeler and Mrs. Hattie {.
Young, who respectively occupy the
offices of president and secretary
of the California w. c. t. t., will
be here to speak at public meet
ing, to be held at the State Street
Of February 26.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
McCABE DANCE IS
DECIDED SUCCESS

Fl Centre was well represented
at the dance held at the McCaDe
school last night, which proved to
be both Il social and financial sue
cess. The affair was sponsoredsby
members of the troop committee for
Boy Scout Troop %. Festoons of
hearts hanging from the lights and
other reminders of the valentine
season made the hall attractive.
A number of prizes were given
away to lucky winners. Good mus
ic and refreshments served by the
members of Troop 25 added to the
pleasure of those present. Proceeds
from the dance will go toward
building a hut for the troop. The
event was the third annual dance of
Troop %, of which J. Z. Brock IS
scoutmastcr.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
First Baptist

Illustrated by the Albatross, -
and the giant monoplane g visit to
the valley, 'The Life with Wings, -
will be the sermon subject of Rev.
c. Z. Flanagan at the evening serv-
ice at 7:30. The big sing at the
opening of the service will be led
by Frederic Rapson. The choir will
furnish special music and a great
service is planned.
"Growing Great Characters' will
be the subject of the Lincoln s
birthday sermon at the morning
service at II a. m. The hand of
church fellowship will be extended
to new members and the Lord s
Supper observed at the close of this
service.
The Sunday school meets at 9:45
with classes for all ages, with r.
M. Armstrong as superintendent.
The Men s class meeting in the lob
by of the Country Club is growing
fast and cordially invites men not
meeting elsewhere to enter the class.
Further contest announcements will
be made by the superintendent Sun
day.
The B. Y. p. U. with its fine
meeting for young people meets at
$3.50 p. m.
The midweek service on Wednes-
day evening at 1880 with Bible les
sons from the gospel of John.
Choir rehearsal under the direc-
tion of Frederic Rapson, with Miss
Margaret Collins pianist, on Friday
evening, Z p. m.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
Boy Scout Quota
For Ell Centre
Nearly Complete

Col. Charles L. Philips was elect
cd a vice president of the Imperial
Yuma Boy Scout Council and chair.
man of the Ell Centre district at a
meeting of the Ell Centre District
Committee of the Boy Scouts of
America, held late Thursday after
noon at the Chamber of Commerce.
Col. Phillips was elected to take the
place. of W. W. MeEuen, who is
unable to serve in that capacity.
:. \. Watson, chairman of the
recent finance campaign, announced
that $4,000 of the $2500 goal had
been raised. and that next Tuesday
morning the solicitors will be ask
ed to meet at the Bank of Italy to
complete the work. The total of
$4,000 already raised is the largest
amount ever obtained in FL Centre
in a single days solicitation by
Boy Scout workers, and is consid-
cred particularly good as most of
the solicitors devoted the morning
only to the campaign. 1t is ex-
pected that the remaining amount
will be raised without difficulty.
John Stewart Ross and Dr. Nor
man f. Dupont were elected mem
bers of the Fl Centre district COM
mittee, and Ralph Reynolds was
elected chairman of the Ell Centre
Court of Honor.
Those present at the meeting in
Guided Harry A. Skinner, Col.
Charles L. Phillips, Rev. W. c.
Chcvcrton, c. l.. Collins, w. B.
Vaudeville, Charles L. Pitzer,
Ralph Reynolds, Neil Hickcox, w.
f. Hancock, j. w. Cass, j. d. Foss,
w. \. Payne, r. P. Moore and S.
l.. McCrory.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
SOCIETY AND CLUB NEWS
SOCIAL BREVITIES

At her home on Euclid avenue,
Miss Violet Maddux gave a surprise
birthday party on Thursday even
ing, complimentary to Joe Thomp-
son. Valentine decorations were
prettily used, and Bunixo was the
diversion of the evening. Refresh
ments were served by the hostess,
following the games.
Those present included Miss
Mortie Wade, Miss Irmarie King,
Miss jean Stewart, Mr.. and Mrs. 7.
7. Likkins, Mrs. Ed Miner, Mrs.
Grace Salley, Joe Thompson, Harold
Gillett Glen Miner, Guy Scott,
John Angel, Mr.. Maddux and the
hostess, Miss Maddux.
Mrs. Allen p. Nuffer entertained
the members of the Friday Bridge
Club for luncheon at her home
yesterday. Decorations in pastel
shades were used, sweet peas car
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
First Presbyterian

Services at the Presbyterian
church tomorrow will open with
Sunday school at 9:45, followed by
church service at II O'Clock at
which Edward Law will preach the
morning sermon. A solo, "Cross
and Crown" (Dana) will be sung
by Mrs. John T. Rice.
The Ladies Guild will meet Tues
day afternoon at 2:30 O'Clock at
the home of Mrs. Edwin o. Carter,
47S Sandalwood drive.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
JUNIOR COLLEGE
PLAY PLEASES
LARGE GROVE
Will Be Repeated Tonight
at High School Auditor
ium.

! Full of laughs and entertainment
! from start to finish, "The Patsy
the Junior College play, pleased an
interested audience last night in the
high school auditorium, and will be
repeated again tonight.
''The Patsy a three-act play
by Barry Conner. took the place of
the annual Junior College Frolic.
1t is the story of an American fam
lily, the mother and older daughter
of which strive for social eminence.
Patricia, the young daughter, de-
cides that her sister has held the
center of the stage for long enough
and that it is her turn for a share
of popularity. Her attempts to be
brilliant and interesting fail where
her family are concerned and her
caprices shock and falsely humiliate
Nom and "Grace.' "Pop'
thinks that Patricia is not treated
fairly and resolves "that it will be
different from now on The play
ends happily for all with Grace and
Patsy both engaged to the right
men, and Pop no longer the chen
pecked' husband.
Howard Kennedy as "Pop' scor-
ed the biggest hit of the evening,
expertly lending touches of real
comedy, interspersed with pathos.
His change from the happy go-lucky
husband to the serious and fair
minded father, was very cleverly
done.
Allora Gallaher in the role of
"Patsy,' was excellent, and. her
amusing escapades kept the audi
ence continually laughing Her
bright spirits and trying to do the
sportsmanlike thing won admir-
alton.
Other Characters Good .
Winifred House, as Grace, the
spoiled young debutante, stormed
through one scene after another. a
fraid that her social success was be-
ing ruined because of Patsy. Mar
tina Rverson, ably portrayed the
part of Nom, which was probably
one of the most difficult in the
play.
Leroy Rumsey, in the role of Tony
Anderson, was very good. and his
scenes with Patsy in which he tries
to show her how to interest the man
she wants. not knowing that it is
he, are highly amusing. Roy But
Ter took the role of Billy Caldwell,
Grace's fiancc.
Pauline Allen. as "Sadie Buchan-
an Hugh Hart, in the role of
+" Francis Patrick 'Flaherty,' and
Ira Huffman as "Trip Bustv' com
plete the east. The production went |
very smoothly and special mention !
is due to Miss Irene Brooks whose |
excellent direction was responsible /
for the success of the play.
The business staff of the play in
cluded Grace johnson, J. s. Cook, !
John Eckert. Keith Stuart, Lucille |
Wells, and Chester Collins. Mrs. |
T. T. Ray and S. f. Allen had /
charge of the arrangement of seen
cry, and the orchestra especially |
procured for the occasion was very
good.
Appreciation is extended to the
advertisers, business firms, and all
others who helped in the production
Of 1.-The Patsy"
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11

! rying out the pretty effect. Those
seated at the prettily appointed
table were Mesdames James w.
Glassford, F. r. c. Fenton, Don c.
Bitter, Howard P. Meyer, C. Z,
Conant, r. B. Whitelaw, Dorsey
Whitelaw and the hostess.
Prizes were won by Mrs. Never,
first and Mrs. Nuffer, second, in
the bridge contest.
At her country home west of the
city, Mrs. O. J. Bradshaw presided
al an attractive bridge luncheon,
given yesterday for members of the
Round Table. Red sweet peas cen
tered the table, at which places
were laid for Mrs. Earle G. Davis
and Mrs. F. H. McTver. guests of the
club, and Mesdames John Stewart
Ross, Will S. Fawcctt, Robert W.
Campbell, Roy f. Breedlove, ]. r.
Fahs and the hostess.
Mrs Fawcett was the winner of the
high score prize at bridge.
The History Section of the
Woman s Ten Thousand Club will
meet on Monday afternoon at 2:30,
Mrs. D. B. Roberts presenting the
program, which will be on "Man-
churia.' Mrs. O. J. Bradshaw will
be hostess at her home west of the
city on the San Diego highway. Any
members wishing transportation
should communicate with the sect
ion s chairman, Mrs. W., w. Apple.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
NAZARENE CHURCH

Revival services open tomorrow
at the Nazercnc church, with Rev.
|. c. Mathis, well known pastor, in
charge of the services. Miss Ruta
Lanier, who was soloist at the re-
vival services held here last year,
will be choir leader and soloist.
y Friends and church members arc
invited to attend these services
each evening at 7:15, at the church
edifice, 8th and Orange streets.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
THEATERS

Old Time Movie program will be
cnc of the features that opens a
three davs run at the Valley Theater
tomorrow afternoon. Special arrange
rlents have been hade to bring back
to the movie fans of FL Centre mem
cries of how movies were projected
on the screen 20 years ago. The
main feature will be the current re-
lease Beau Sabrucr the answer to
Beau Geste.
One of the big points of Beau
Sabreur,' is the fact that the com
cdv clement has not been lost, some
thing rare in productions Of this
magnitude. Comedy plays a vital
part in the Paramount picture and
i; is injected in several sequences.
Beau Sabreur' is a mclodrama
Of the Foreign Legion from the pen
OF =. G. Wren, author of Beau
ecste.' 1t has been made into a
spectacular production by Para
mount. With a cast of screen stars,
this attraction promises to exceed
the success of its companion.
While the main work falls upon
Gary Cooper, playing the title role,
the comedy end has been turned over
to pair Of able actors-NOah Bee.
rs and Roscoe karns. During the ear
ly scenes of the story, Beery is a
hated desert terror, fearless tribes
man, and Harms is his grand vizier,
until it is learned that they are for
mer soldiers, desertcrs from the SER
vice. This gives not only a unique,
but a perfect bit of comedy to the
tale of Beau Sabreur - John Wat
tiers directed.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
EXCHANGE WELCOMES PROBE
BY United Press Leased Wire

NEW YORK, Feb. 11.-The New
York cotton exchange passed a re-
solution welcoming any government
investigation into trading on the
exchange, as recently proposed in
congress.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11

changes from one character to an
other keeps the audience guessing as
to the outcome. The supporting cast
is exceptionally good mad includes
Natalie Joyce, Lawford Davidson,
Billy Bletchcr and Harry Cording.
Gene Forde directed the production.
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES


Streets
Soul
School, $3.50 o'clock Morning
Wednesday Evening Testimonial Meeting
Reading Rehkopf Building
r. M.
All Welcome to tie Services Beading
Imperial Valley press., 1928-02-11

Daredevil s Reward" Fox
Films production starring Tom Mix,
which comes to the Palace theater
today is a story of a Texas Ranger
who kept peace with six shooter
and whose business was bagging
bad men.
Action is the keynote Of the story
and Mix, with the aid of Tony,
brings to the screen one of his best
fighting pictures. The manner in
which Tom transports Tony around,
concealed in a huge truck, is one
of the humorous highlights Of the
picture.
The rapid manner in which Tom
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! looking very lovely despite no at
tempt to do so.
Her thin black dress enhanced the
rose-tinged whitenesS of her skin
and brought out the undertone of
gold in her hair.
Virginia was aware that Mrs.
Farley was taking her measure,
weighing her appearance, even as
the latter made some sympathetic
remark about her loss. Why should
any woman be particularly interest
ed in her appearance, Virginia Won
dered?
Besides, she was a trif1e disturbed.
Mrs. Farleys manner appeared
friendly, but Virginia was not OBJ
fuse, and she sensed hidden ami
mostly behind the soft hand pat and
oW-pitched words.
Clarissa was watching with poorly
concealed interest the effect Vir-
ginia's beauty was having upon the
older woman. She seemed satisfied
with what she saw. At any rate
her lips curled slowly in a smile of
triumph.
And when Mr.. Dean came for
ward and placed an arm in fatherly
attitude across her shoulders Vir-
GINA was certain she detected dis
approval in the slight lift of Mrs.
F'arley's eyebrows.
At the table there was a moment
that threatened to become uncom-
Portable before Mrs. Farley turned
it off with a hollow little laugh.
She had gone to a place beside
Dean, with the manner of one &C
customed to sitting there, and stood
watching for her chair to be pulled
back for her.
Clarissa floated up and said easily,
"Oh, my dear, would you mind sit
ting over there beside Russell? You
know so much psychology. He's
dying to discuss the OedipuS Com
pick with YOU"
Russell was heard family to gasp
and mutter something dark and dis
NAL.
Frederick Dean started slightly
and Virginia stared at Clarissa in
amazement, but sensing that it was
asking Mrs. Farley to take another
place so that she, Virginia, could
have the place of honor.
Slight as the incident was 1t
seemed to hold them all in a spell
of awkwardness for no one could
mistake the flash of real anger that
fared in Mrs. Farley's countenance.
Carissa waited, with an insolent air
of satisfaction, against which Mrs.
Farley was helpless.
Virginia was just going to say
she'd like to sit by Russell herself
when Mrs. Farley broke the tension
with a laugh and moved away from
the place that she knew Clarissa
meant for Virginia.