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The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Mrs. Gam Club Guest

Mrs. Edward Everett Gam.
sister of former Vice President
Curtis, will be the guest Of honor
at O meeting of the Political
Study Club, Saturday, February
16, at 2:30 p. m, in the Wash
tngton Club.
Mrs. Tilman Bacon Parks,
chairman of the program COM
mittee, has arranged an inter
esting afternoon to entertain
the club members. The musical
program will be in charge of
Mrs. Flora McGill Keefer and
will include James d'Valse
Mann, well known tenor.
Mrs. Lloyd A. Morrison, chair"
man of the hospitality commit
tee, will have at the tea tables
Mrs. j. Roland Kinzer, Mrs. Vir'
ginia White Speel, Mrs. John w.
Bennett. and Mrs. Harry Clay
Ransley.
Mrs. James A. Councillor win
act as escort to Mrs. Gam for
the afternoon.
At the recent meeting of the
executive board of the Political
Study Club, Mrs. Frank M.
.Shortall, president. announced
that the membership of tn e
club, which is limited to 400,
had been filled by the election
of the following members:
Mrs. Lily r. Hunt, Mrs. Alice
Weaver Newhard. Mrs. Anna c.
Ray, Mrs. D. j. Donovan, Mrs.
H. Page Irving, Mrs. John Mock,
Miss Grace Dawson, Mrs. w.
L. Hill, Mrs. John w. Maher
and Mrs. Guy Mason.
Mrs. Wintemute w. Sloan,
chairman of the membership
committee, has been appointed
chairman of the committee
which will arrange for the an,
nual breakfast of the club at
the Mayflower Hotel on May Is.
Mrs. Shortall announces her
thanks to Mrs. G. Gordon
Asher, chairman Of the sick com.
mittee, for her untiring work in
the interest Of the sick mem.
bers Of the club.
Zionists Plan Lunch
TO raise funds for the He.
brew Technical Home for Girls
in Jerusalem, O. luncheon will
be given under the auspices of
- the Women Zionist Wizrachi of
Washington, Tuesday, February
IL, at 1890 p. M, at the jew
1Sh Community Center.
Elaborate preparations have
been made for the luncheon
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
BIRTH CONTROL
BILL TOPIC Of
.CLUBWOMEN
BY MARY PADGETT

Mrs. Harvey w. Wiley, presi-
dent Of the District of Columbia
Federation Of Women's Clubs,
has called a special meeting Of
the federation's executive board
February IL at II q. m. in the
Roosevelt Hotel.
This meeting is for the pur-
pose Of considering three major
controversial matterS-national
representation for the District Of
Columbia, birth control bills and
the proposed equal rights amend
ment TO the Constitution. Reso.
1utions indorsing these move
ments will be drawn up and
voted upon and referred to the
General Federation Of Women's
Clubs.
DR.. Bessie L. Moses, Of Johns
Hopkins University, will speak at
the meeting. Luncheon will
follow.
Miss Hazel Brown Piers, well
known concert and radio pianist,
will be presented on the fedora
tion's weekly radio program to-
morrow at 1:15 p. m, over Sta"
ton WRC. Miss Piers will give
a Crimean sketch by Serge
BortkiewicZ.
Tedda Graft, dramatic reader
from Northwestern University
school of speech, who recently
came to Washington, will also
be on the program. Mrs. Edgar
b. Merritt, local director to the
General Federation and a mem
ber Of the radio committee of the
d. c. Federation, will present the
or&Aat0 fn fHaA 20 dio audience
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Treaty Exempts
US. Naturalized

A treaty Of naturalization be
tween the United States and AL
bania, was ratified by the Senate
yesterday. The treaty exempts
naturalized American citizens born
of Albanian parentage from mill.
tary service while in Albania. The
Senate also ratified a convention
between the United States and
Sweden exempting American ma
tionals residing in Sweden from
military obligations.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07

under the Craftsmanship of Mrs.
Max Cayton, with the assist
ance Of Mrs. j. WeitE, Mrs.
Fannie Alpher, Mrs. D. Mar
golies, Mrs. D. Danzis, Mrs. M.
Goldman, Mrs. e. Stolar, Mrs.
H. Ehrlich and Mrs. M. S.
Wecksler.
Mrs. A. Shapiro, Of New
York, the national president of
the organization, will address
the gathering. other speakers
will be Judge Nathan Cayton
and Mrs. Fannie Aipher, the
local president.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Feb, 18th Last Day For
Permanent Specials

Now, gals, if you'll just go
to THE MAXINE MAX BEAUTY
SALON, 3rd floor at 1929 F.
ST. Opposite Fox Theater) and
make an appointment with Mr..
Swope for a hair cut and Miss
Julia McGrady for a perma.
nent, I'll bet my bottom dollar
you'll have the loveliest coiffure
you've ever had. Until the
18th MAXINE MAX offers $40
permanents for $500 and $3.50
permanentS for $500. These
include a reconditioning treat
ment free of charge. # you
need but a few curls you may
get 5 for $1.00. Don't delay!
Take advantage Of this special!
Try The MAXINE MAX SALON
for a delightful shampoo and
artistic finger wave. You'll be
pleased, I'm sure.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Briqhtenina the Eveninq

brtghrenIng the EOe1rng
Ask me where I would like
best of all to dine tonight. {.
and I would say CLUB HA-
BANA, 1118 CONN. AVE. Here
is a spot which has chic and
popularity. It serves a dinner,
that for fine quality, could not
be better. CLUB HABANA'S
pride is in a personalized, deft
and attentive service-and in
the excellence of food and
drinks. This, supplemented by
the charming South American
atmosphere, boasting twinkling
stars, moving clouds and sway.
ing palm trees, makes a setting
you'll be bound to enjoy. Moe
Baer and his orchestra supply
enhancing dance music which
you'll say, is "the best in town"
E. and you'll also be delighted
with the unique entertainment.
Try CLUB HABANA for Satur.
day luncheon dances. Prices
range from Csc up.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Air Travel Cheaper
Here Than Abroad

Lower fares and faster speeds
are the advantages American air.
plane travellers have over the air
passengers Of foreign countries,
according to a survey made by
the United Air Lines. Foreign
travellers pay an average of eight
and a half cents mile while the
average rate in the United States
is six cents a mile.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
.Healers' License
Bill Is Approved

A bill providing for issuance of
a license to DR.. Chester c. Gross
to practice the healing art in
Washington was approved yester.
day by the House District Com.
mittee. Favorable action on the
bill was recommended by the
local health office.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
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Patricia { Spinning
What q Scoopl

For you women who adore
lovely lingerie I have "big"
news! PATRICIA SPINNING
has opened her new shop on
CONN. AVE. and L ST, (2nd
floor at 1881 l.. Here she will
make for you. or teach you to
make. exquisite handmade, or
machine-made hand finished
step-ins, gowns, teddies, slips
or anything your heart desires.
Miss Spinning has originated
marvellous patterns, new and
different, that assure a real
for1n-fitting completed garment.
Even though you've never
sewn before, you can make the
things you want in this helpful
sewing center, for you'll have
expert supervision. A complete
line of fabrics and laces will be
carried. All pure dye silks, minus
loading and rayon. Watch my
column next week for her at
tractive price list. Drop in!
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Serving "Cuisine Inter-
nationaLe''

HARVEY'S FAMOUS RES
TAURANT, 1107 CONN. AVE,
has been famous for notable
dinners and distinguished diners
since 1858. This far-famed epi.
curean rendezvous caters to
those who are really particular
in their selections of foods.
Excellent tasty dishes prepared
with only the finest products
and combined to make Savory
flavors, are always found on
the extensive menus at HAIR
VEY'S. # you crave a relaxing
spot to dine at noon-time, and
a delicious, nouriShing meal,
try one of HARVEY'S special
75c luncheons.
Copyright, 1S34
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Failures Slightly
Higher Last Week

A minor rise in the number Of
business failures occurred in the
United States for the week ended
January 81, Dun & Bradstreet re-
ported today. The total was 1853.
against 259 the week preceding
and 274 two weeks ago. A year
ago. the number was 3O5,
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Hats Made to Order

The capable artist at LEES
SMART HAT SHOP, 716 14TH
ST, can take a shapeless foun.
dation, put it on your head and,
right before your very eyes
create the chicest, most devas-
tating bit of millinery ever imag-
ined! He has many models
from which you may select. j..
or he can work from a picture
or. even an idea Of your very
own. Price $500 up. Hats Of
yesterday"-redesigned into '1ast
word" creations. From $2.00 up.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07

States to return to their native
countries at Government expense
was offered in the House today by
Representative Dickstein Cd of
New York. He said thousands of
aliens are on relief rolls, and have
expressed a desire to 60 home.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
GEM TO PRESIDENT

President Roosevelt will receive
a diamond lapel button designed
for members of the bar, Mon
day. The button win be presented
by Angel r. Correa and John Paul
Ernest, WaShington attorneys.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Miss Lottie at O'Brien's
Has Scored Again!

Never have I seen such an
array of new millinery as at
THE OBRIEN HAT SHOP,
1885 G ST. Miss Lottie presents
an important collection. con.
fident that you'll find this
years versions Of the classic
spring hat fashion more varied,
more universally becoming, than
any you've ever seen. They all
have a feminine grace and sup
plenesS to them. Crowns fit
Snugly to the back of the head,
brimS may ripple up Or swoop
or soar, as fancy dictates. The
bonnets are new and different
they're young, and you'll see,
how desirable. Trimmings may
be crisply tailored or COM
pletely romantic and frilly.
Fabrics, Dresden straWS, nue..
onions and Port Bonheurs. all
the wanted materials. . "A varied
collection from $500 to $l2.00.
You must drop in.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
A Popular Knitting
Rendezvous

One Of the "chummiest," cozi.
est places in town is Dorothy
Colhoun's KNITTING NOOK,
900 18TH ST. Here you may
receive expert instructions, in
all kinds Of knitting free Of
charge. You will find stunning
models from which to select
your spring knit garments and
a host of lovely yarns at most
reasonable prices. Why, I am
told one may knit a dress as
cheaply as 5000. When you
go into THE KNITTING NOOK,
ask them to show you the beau.
tiful, new Zigora yarn. It's a
tweed angora and is simply
divine for making finger-tip
jackets for sports or evening
wear, or may be used for trim
mings and accessories. Comes
in all spring shades. You1l
like THE KNITTING NOOK.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
ADVERTIsEMENT
MI Pan &xpx;n4 RymM

No matter how familiar gals be with the Washington
life nosng about these places and I've incorporated into this
Of the speciality be found Whether it's
beauty particular type sports dress dainty lingerie
hat dining shop you'll find among those my column
You patronze any of them with in their
integrity, for they up plane martness upon
which this column itself operate you you'll
the air is far from bamy it's the sniff the pale
sunshine and go forth admire each other plain language
4" tits time doll up for spring.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Spring Frocks in Color
full Array

Do you go flowery when spring
springs on the scene? Or do
you prefer corkscrew patterns
against vivid backgrounds, or
little geometrics remindful Of
"his" English foulard ties? One
way or It other, you'll find the
print Of your choice at FLOYD
WILLIAMS (6th floor at 1406
G ST) where all that is chic in
dresses finds its way. You will
adore the smart plain silks and
crepeS, with new conceits and
color combinations. All FLOYD
WILLIAMS frocks, you know,
are one-of-a-kind, hand picked
models that you'll not find else.
where for the prices of $7.95
to $14.50. Hurry in and you
won't search further.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
All Smart WASHINGTON

All Smart Washington
=. is hurrying into KALEIDo-
SCOPE, 2601 CONN. AVE, to
see if everything's "just what
it's cracked up to be-. and
sho' 'nough, the reports are all
favorable. The clever unique
atmosphere, unmatched by any
in the city, has won favor with
pleasure-seekers desiring the
new and different. KALEIDO.
SCOPE is a dining and win
ing" spot, open from 5 p. m.
It'll 3 a. m. During the cocktail
hour you'll be served most de.
liciously concocted drinks. for
dinner you'll enjoy an excellent
meal for 75c and $1.00. then
during the evening, or after
theater or a dance. you may
partake of a supper snack" and
sip a drink for a very reason.
able cost. No cover charge at
any time. Music from 8 til 2.
Bet you'll love it.!
Don't despair! Honestly.
spring is just around the
corner. Well. I'D rather haze
it a fetO degrees bslouO zero
than I0I in the shade. When
/ meet you here next Thurs
day, I'll rOager the Snot1 and
ice s0iH be all gone. Want to
bet?
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
WIN N.K0W
Congratulations Are
in Order

This is the Chinese New Year
and I want to congratulate the
management of THE WUN
KOW RESTAURANT, 815 18TH
ST, and wish them a gay, JOY
Gus holiday. Due to hilarious
festivities The WUN KOW is
stocked to the brim with Chinese
delicacies, so If you have any
idea of entertaining, now Is the
time to reserve your party room
and make your plans, for you'll
be sure of having unique and
delicious Cantonese Native Style
food. Don't forget their native
style" dinners are $1.O0. and,
boy, are they swell! Phone
Met. 8727.
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Alien Return Bill
Offered in House
ADVERTIsEME EMIT

A bin which would permit all
aliens residing in the United
The Washington times., 1935-02-07
Discovered! A Healthful As
Well As Appetizing Food
at OLMSTEDS

wen as APPSGtZGHy EOO0
I'm always scouting about for
information. and believe me,
one is never too old to learn.
AS much as I've always thought
Holsters a treat and a rare deli.
cacy, I had no idea they were
so full of healthful ingredients,
and such an aid to body-build.
ing. THE OLMSTED GRILL.
1886 G. ST, received the follow
ing information from the u. S.
Bureau of Fisheries: For bal.
anced Meals, eat Fish and Shell
Fish. They contain Protein,
Minerals, Vitamins and Fats"
Order the fine OCEAN-CLEAR
Holsters, served exclusively at
OIMSTED'S. They always come
right out Of the Clean-Clear-
Cold, uncontaminated North At
lanfiC Ocean.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
o. E. S. Hold Meeting

The W. G. Matron, Jennie r Ed
wards, called the 1st o. E. S. Board
meeting of Amaranthus Grand
Chapter, Sunday afternoon, Oct. s,
al the residence of the 1st W. G..
Trustee, Pearl M. Fletcher. Attend
ing the session were: W. G. Deputy,
Ella Hunter; w. G. Assor, Matron
Hattie B. Knight, P. w. G. Matron,
M. B. Ransome. w. G. Secy., M. B.
Evans and Grand Master, Edward
r. Fletcher. From Lincoln, P. G. M.
and second w. G. Trustee, M. H.
johnson, and NJ. Galbreath, w. G..
Treasurer.
The board were guests at a de-
lightfully appointed s o'clock dinner
at the beautiful residence Of Mr.. and
Mrs. I. S. Mcpherson, 1712 N. % St.,
Sunday night. The W. G. Matron,
W. G. Treasurer and w. G. Trustee,
left the city Tuesday morning for
Lincoln.
All W. Grand officers, but six,
were present, making their first Of
ficial appearance of the year.
To the strains Of a spirited o. E. S.
grand march by the w. G. Musical
Directories, Eva DeLoach, the entire
company, headed by w. G. Matron,
moved to the beautiful festive
board, the Grand Officers table adj
journed with old point and Venetian
lace held five lighted candles tied
with five ~vari-colored silken ribbons
which led to one large candle stick
and there centered around a silver
five-point star holding the vari-col-
ored cluster of ribbons. The five
yoint vase star in the center of the
square interspersed with ivory clad
figures, gave a special significance
to the guests, which was greatly ad-
mired and clearly understood by all.
Dainty refreshments were served
to the joyful company under the
direction Of w. G. Assor, Matron
Hattie B. Knight.
On Monday evening, October 7th,
the o. E S. get together meeting of
the 6 Omaha Chapters with, the W.
G. Matron, Jennie r. Edwards, Lin
coin, Nebraska, was a splendid sue
cess, despite the inclernent weather,
between rs and 80 members were
present. The w. G. Matron gave a
4O-minute practical talk, which COW
cred various interesting phases Of
o. E S. work; the innovation of the
evening was the new o. E. S. choir
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
HOustOn's Cash Market
Offers Good Service
And Fine Groceries

Houston's Cash Market, 2114 N.
oath street, is nov ready to serve
its many friends and patrons with a
complete line Of fancy and staple
groceries. According to Mr.. l. B.
Houston, who recently purchased the
whole interest in the store, there is
no fresher or purer line of foods in
the city. The prices are among the
lowest and the service is ~unexceIed.
Already the store has added an
other helper and as trade demands
are increased the staff will be n
larged with Negro workers. The
support of this store means the add
ing to the race more purchasing
power and ~lessening the hold Of
other elements over our group in
Omaha
Mrs. Houston is always on hand
at the store to give the personal
service so necessary for the welfare
of the public. Free Delivery and
quick too is another feature Of the
store. Pay this store a visit when
it's groceries that you need. When
you make out your list this weekend
include Houston's Market in your
budget.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
Salem Extends Call
To Rev. BilbreW

It is reported that the Salem Bap-
list church has extended a call as
pastor to the Rev. DR.. R. H. Bill
brew, Of Dallas, Texas, and that DIR.
Bilbrew has wired his acceptance of
the call.
This viii leave only one outstand-
ing Omaha church without a pastor,
and it is to be hoped that they will
follow the lead of Salem church and
call q qualified churchman and min
lister, such as DR.. Bilbrew is known
to be, IS their pastor.
Texas is noted for the eminently
qualified clergymen who have come
into the north, north east, and north
west from there, to serve with honor
and distinction in p~astorates.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
Omahan WEEDS
MinnesOtan

Miss Selah Fulson, 707 Eighth
avenue No, Minneapolis, Mime
sofa, became the bride of John
Beasley Of Omaha, on October LIST,
at the home Of the brides parents.
Rev. @. T. Stewart performed
the ceremony. Following the wed
ding a beautiful reception was
given, attended by about 80
friends Of the happy couple. Chas.
Beasley, uncle of the bridegroom,
was best man, and Mrs. Marjorie
Beasley acted as bridesmaid.
The couple Will make a trip
to Chicago and Omaha for a
honeymoon trip, and will return
to Minnesota to make their home.
Nh. John Beasley is the son Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Beasley.
5104 N. 1t7h, this city.
Omaha anxiously await the ar
rival of the newlyweds.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19

making its initial appearance an d
the presentation Of the music, set to
the original song, "Amaraanthus"
written by J. r Edwards in 1928.
The new music was a hit and found
instant favor and adoption The main
theme Of the evening was the start
of a membership drive in the jurisdic-
ton beginning October 7th, dispen-
sations are granted, and the drive is
on! "a prize to the winning Chapter
will be awarded at next communica-
ton in June, which will be cele-
brated at the 18th anniversary OF
Amaranthus Grand Chapter.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
EXPIRES

Mrs. Mary Obanion, IS, mother
of Mrs. Amanda Offutt Of Omaha
and Mrs. Alice Grammer of chi
cago, passed away September 80,
at 3 a. M, at Tasting, Nebraska,
and was buried October 3rd from
the Myers Funeral Home with
Rev. L. P. Bryant officiating. In
terment was in Prospect Hill
cemetery.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
BOARD LIQUOR
STORE OFFERS LOW
PRICES ON LIQUORS.

Readers of the Guide are invited
to visit the Pine Board Liquor Store,
102 South 18th, where the finest as
sortment of liquors and wines may
be found Their slogan "We VIII
Not Be Undersold" means what it
says and their prices are always the
cheapest, regardless. Any brand
of liquor or wine is found here along
with other fine drinks. Weekly spe-
Gals are announced each week.
Watch the Guide for these specials.
The phone number is WE. 2222-
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19

Mrs. Hiram r. Greenfield has
returned home from Chicago,
having spent a delightful ten
days as the guest of Mrs. Nellie
Moten and Elder Lucy Smith.
Many social courtesies were ex-
tended her by old friends who
were amazed at the decided re
covery Mrs. Greenfield has made
from her severe illness Of over
two years.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
LINCOLN NEWS
Colonel Willard Woods The Or
ban League Secretary Cham
pioned The Negro Division of
the Nhnr+ Drive In Lincoln

p1oned The Negro DIVISION OF
the Chest Drive in Lincoln.
The Lincoln Community Chest
marked another successful drive
this year. The division B. to which
belonged the Negro workers Mill
ard Woods, Colonel, and Rev. O.
j. Burckhardt, Captain was the
first division to reach its goal. The
Lincoln Chest Drive out of the
400 cities was the first to 60 over
the top with a sum of six figures.
Colonel Woods and Captain
Burckhardt were elated over the
splendid work done by their
Lieutenants and c0workers know
ing the difficult problems they
had to contend with this year In
making the drive.
Nh. Trago McWilliams Sr., and
Mrs. Maude johnson were Cap
tain Burckhardt s first choice as
Lieutenants, but Mr.. McWilliams
business made such a demand on
his time, that he was not able to
fill the position Jas Lieutenant,
but Mrs. Maude johnson who
don't know what defeat means
led off with her usual skill and
tack and starred. Mrs. Mamie
Griffin well known In church and
race work throughout the city and
state made a fine showing though
she worked under some handicap
as a Lieutenant, and then our old
friend Geo. B. Evans who was
never known to say no, In doing
anything to promote the interest
of his race made a splendid Lieu
tenant, Mrs. Catherine Robinson
was also chosen as a Lieutenant,
and part of the time she was
otherwise engaged but her hus-
band James proved to be a valu-
able substitute in her absence.
an dbetween the two, real work
was done. Mrs. Ollie Brewer who
Is a willing little worker accent
ed the position as Lieutenant and
gave to the work what time she
could which was highly appreciat-
ed, by both Colonel and Captain.
Time will not permit us to tell
the great work done by the Lieu
tenants helpers among the fore
most being Mrs. Pearl Chrisman.
that sweet singer Of Israel. Mrs.
Sarah Walker Mrs. Elizabeth.
Woods, Mrs. Ida Hassel, MI. Ken
meth Smith Mrs. Ernsteen Woods,
Mr.. Burt Newton Miss Olga Har-
ris, Miss Teresa Crews, Mrs. Flor
ence Chairman, Mrs. Florence
BlOoah, Mrs. Bassila Bell. These
workers were all faithful, and
did not only work, but gave Of
their own money to make the
drive a success. The success Of
the Community Chest drive this
year viii doubtless mean much to
the Negro population of Lincoln.
Through the skill and diplomacy
and racial interest of Willard
Woods, who has the confidence
and respect of the ones who are
IN a position to say how much Of
this money shall go to the differ
ent institutions meet their needs.
Mr.. Woods the efficient secretary
of the Urban League is acquainted
with real need of his race group
and never grows tired Of making
the same plain to those who r in
position to render aid to the
help Of the race.
This report is made by Captain
Burckhardt. N..a
EXPIRES
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19
G. 3
OP0LITAN SPIRIT
UAL CHURCH
1878 n. oath st.

Rev. r. W. johnson Pastor
The pastor preached a very in
~teresting sermon from St. John,
4th Chapter, 10th verse. Everyone
enjoyed the service. The Metropol-
itan Spiritual church No. 2 opened
its meeting last night in South
Omaha, 2413 Q st. Everybody wei
come.
Mrs. Georgia Peoples, Reporter.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19

Omaha's most prominent cos
metolOgist, Mrs. Alyce Wilson,
2529 Decatur street, recently re-
turned from Chicago, with newer
and better ideas on the new per-
sonality finger wave and the GRO
quinole MARCEL.
The Omaha guide., 1935-10-19

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