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Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
SUSSEX THEATRE NOTES

Romance and drama within hospi-
tai walls comes to the Sussex The
atre screen on Monday and Tuesday,
March q and 2S. in -Four Girls IN
White" Florence Rice and Alan
Marshall are the principal protagon-
lists of the new film, which also fea-
lures Una Merkel. Ann Rutherford
and Mary Howard, also in the cast
are Jessie Ralph, Kent Taylor and
last but not least Buddy" Ebsen.
-Four Girls in White" is the story
of four girls who enter upon nurs-
ing with different purposes, only to
find that service to humanity trans
cends any selfish purpose.
-Four Girls in White" is a great
compliment to the ladies in uniform
to the thousands of girls who have
given-of love-of seryice-of hero
ism-the screen pays exciting trib-
ute.
When they take your pulse they
capture your heart as well. Every
man falls in love with a nurse some
time.
Be sure to see -Four Girls in
White" at the Sussex Theatre
Georgetown, Monday and Tuesday
March q and 2S.
One of the greatest pictures yet
released. and lauded by newspapers
and critics alike, is "Gunga Din
with Joan Fontaine, Cary Grant
Douglas Fairbanks. Jr., and Victor
McLaglen, which will play a two
day engagement. Thursday and Fri
day. March % and "a at the Sussex
Theatre, Georgetown.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
HENL0PEN POST NO. )
WILL PRESENT PLAY

Henlopen Post No. 5. American
Legion, will present THE Jinx," a
three act farce comedy. in the Lewes
High School auditorium on Friday
evening. March 81 at 8 o'clock. How
ard Foster, chairman of entertain
ment. wishes to state that tickets are
now on sale by all legion members.
Miss Anna Beebe "a member of the
Ladies Auxiliary of the legion, and a
member of the faculty of the Lewes
School. wishes to say that THE
Jinx' will be one of the most out
standing plays produced in Lewes
this year
The cast is composed of last
years graduates, under the name Of
the Henlopen Players.
As you remember. last years class
under the leadership of Miss Beebe,
displayed talent that far excelled the
average student
So We are urging each and every
one to help the Henlopen Post No. 5
and all these willing workers who
are giving their valuable time and
effort so that we may carry on the
wonderful work and relief, also child
welfare work as we have done in
the past. The cast is as follows:
Harlow Piper, Charles Richards.
Selma Piper, Geraldine Britting-
ham.
Harriet Piper. Dolores Pierce.
Gladys Joy. Threasa Breeders.
Lester Grant. Howard Steelman.
Stella Vane, Edna Moore.
Lulu Lester, Jane Brewer.
Myra Clifton. Dorothy Hudson.
Violet Rose. Ida Thompson.
Lancelot Hay. William Lekites.
Norman Devine, William Jefferson.
Crystal Joy. Catherine Lodge.
Duncan Baldwin, Charles Lowe.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
DIR. HERSON ADDRESSES
CENTURY CLUB ON IRELAND

On Wednesday of last week the
Georgetown New Century Club had
a real treat at the meeting when Dr..
Herson of Milford, entertained the
members with an interesting talk on
ireland. He also told a number of
Irish jokes as only an Irishman can
tell them. George Justin. instructor
at the Georgetown High School, sang
two solos, "Duna" and Danny
Boy" The entire club sang Believe
Me If All Those Endearing Young
Charms"
Mrs. Robert Short had charge of
the program. Mrs. John Williams
had an interesting display of Euro
pean lace and other hand work, in
the Art Corner.
There will be fashion show at
the club house on Wednesday. March
30 at 2:30 o'clock p. m. Admission,
35c. Mrs. Howard Ennis, chairman.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
UNIVERSITY NOTES

The annual agricultural club ban
quet will be held by the Aggies of
the University of Delaware, Satur-
day, April s lat six o'clock in Old
College. Wayne Darrow, chief of the
contact section of the Division of
Information of the Agricultural Ad-
justment Administration will be the
principal speaker. Other entertain
ment will supplement Mr.. Darrow's
talk announces Ed. Schabinger of
FELTON,. president of the club.
Mr.. Schabinger states that fathers
of students enrolled in the School OF
Agriculture, friends and alumni are
invited and urged to attend this an
nual affair. They are invited to
come and spend the day visiting with
their sons, the agricultural staff, the
laboratories and other points of in
terest on the campus. A baseball
game between Delaware and Penn
A. c. will attract those who like
sports, states Ed.
The climax of the days program
will be reached with the annual ban
QuGls dl MnlGA w AllldAlA L Midi q
senior Aggie from Lewes will pre-
side as toastmaster.
Mr.. Schabinger urges that those
planning to attend the banquet send
their reservations in by April to
Samuel Armour, treasurer of the
club. Box 800, University of Della
ware. so that proper preparations
may be made.
Gerald P. Doherty. graduate man
ager of athletics at the University
of Delaware and coach of baseball
squad with his baseball squad will
spend all of next week playing col
lege teams in Virginia. Delaware has
prospects of another fast team and
this trip will give DOgerty chance
to Judge some of the new material.
About Is players will be taken on
the trip. The first game will be
Monday, March 81, with Bridgewater
College and games will follow dur
ing the week with Lynchburg Col
lege, Hampden-Sydney, Medical Col
lege of Virginia and two games with
AlC III ok nOAAAN
baseball game will be played in
Newark. April 8, with Penn A. c. of
Philadelphia.
The annual interscholastic field
and track meet will be held on Fra
zer Field, University of Delaware,
on Saturday. May 6. This meet
brings to the University for compe-
titioE some of the best athletes in
the high schools of the State.
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University of Delaware students
and faculty members will have a va
cation all of next week. The spring
vacation will start at 1880 o'clock,
Saturday of this week and end Mon
day, April g. This will give all of
the 900 students an opportunity to
spend the spring vacation at their
homes.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
HIGHWAY BOARD
TO ISSUE BONDS
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Mill Creek Petition


The commission received petition
from residents of Mill Creek Hun
dred, north of Newark. asking the
road from Milford X-Roads to Corner
Ketch, closed last year. be reopened.
The road crosses the property of S.
Hallock dupont. Among the signers
were forTner-Judge Hugh NJ. Morris.
J. Thompson Brown, DR.. c. NJ. A.
Stine.
The commission granted permis-
sion to the New Castle County Levy
Court to lay sewers along the Gov
ernor Printz boulevard.
Approval was given by the COZ l.
mission to the suggestion of AttJ.-
Gen. James R. Morford that state
police receive no witness fees when
they appear as witnesses while on
duty during court session.
Against Lighting Bill
The commission notified the Leg
islature it disapproves a bill which
would have the State Highway De-
partment pay expenses for rural
lighting. The cost for this lighting.
now done by special taxes under di-
Iection of the Levy Court. is S16,-
900 year, and commission members
said taking of this money from high
way funds would curtail road work.
The commission announced ten
tative plans for the formal fag-rais-
ing at Fort Christina State Park.
March 90 Mrs. Peter Nygard. Will
mington. will raise the Swedish flag,
and Mrs Richard C. McMullen the
United States flag.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
MRS.L. M. TAYLOR.
CLUB SPEAKER.
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N~~N-~~~- 1890
That patriotism and Americanism
were the best "isms' to know at the
present time. Democracy, said Mrs.
Taylor, must be upheld, intense
work must be done for the youth of
today, legislative measures studied,
and coordinated work done by mem-
bers of clubs. Members greatly ap-
preciated the message that Mrs. Tay-
Ior brought them. Mrs. Edward Hur-
ley and Mrs. Walter K. Barrett play
ed "Rapsodie Mignon" as a piano
duet. The club chorus sang ''Whith-
er" and by the Bend Of the River"
During the luncheon on Monday an
angel food cake was chanced off.
The money made went to the team Of
which Mrs. John w. Burris is the
chairman. Mrs. Raymond Masten
was the lucky winner of the cake.
The object of art for the day was a
vase of tulips and pussy willows,
arranged by Mrs. Raymond Bennett.
Next week will be Library and Liter
ature Day. Miss Edith Simpson, the
chairman. has arranged for Mrs.
Royden Hammond, State director of
libraries, to be the speaker. Mrs.
Charles Prettyman will review the
libraries of Milford. The object of
art for the day will be portrait of
Mrs. Mollie Brown, whose private IL
brary formed the nucleus of the
present town library. Mrs. Walter X.
Barrett and Mrs. Jack Waples,
chairmen of two teams in the club,
are arranging a luncheon which will
be given at the home of Mrs. J.
Lynn Pratt, chairman of ways and
means. on April IL. The luncheon
will be followed by cards. This af-
fair may be attended by anyone, but
the tickets are limited. so the ones
buying early will not be disappOint-
ed. April II is the date.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
REESE THEATRE NOTES
"YOu Can't Cheat An Honest Man"
And "Paris Honeymoon" Coming

With the closing week of the 25th
anniversary month, it certainly looks
as if the Reese Theatre is going to
top any program so far presented.
Such stars as W. c. Fields, Charlie
Mccarthy, Edgar Bergan, Pat o.
Brien, Joan Blondell, Bing Crosby
and Franciska Gaal will appear in
the various hits scheduled for show
ing.
Undoubtedly, one of the biggest
weekend shows ever presented by
this popular theatre is listed for
showing this Saturday, March 25.
Two of the most outstanding pic
lures of the year will be- presented,
the first being wings of the Navy
with George Brent and Olivia De-
Havilland. The second attraction is
Burn EN- Up O'Connor" with Dem
mis- O'Keefe and Cecilia Parker.
On Monday and Tuesday, March
p and 2S, the much laughed about
hit, You Can't Cheat An Honest
Man." featuring w. C. Fields, Char
lie Mccarthy and Edgar Bergen, sur
rounded by bevy of stars. Laughs
and more laughs is the order of the
day in this hilarious fun fest where
W. c. Fields and Charlie Mccarthy
renew their radio feud. 1t is grand
and glorious entertainment when
Fields and Mccarthy go into action.
Pat O'Brien and Joan BlondelI ap-
pear in the latest Warner hit "Off
the Record" on Wednesday, March
90. Bob Baker, Universal's new wes-
tern star is featured in "The Outlaw
the second picture.
Everybody is always glad to hear
and see Bing Crosby. With the new
Bing Crosby picture. Paris Honey
moon," considered the tops in enter
lower Delaware and Mary
land fans are assured of a rare
treat. Franciska Gaal, Akin Tamil
off, Edward Everett Horton and
Shirley Ross complete the support
ing cast in this most unusual hit.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
NAVY RECRUITER AT
MILFORD POST OFFICE

Chief Maehinist's Mate L. A. Steul-
let, reeruiter, U. S. Navy will be at
the Milford post Office from 10 a. m.
to 3 p. m. on Thursday. April 6. for
the purpose of accepting applications
for enlistment and giving informa-
tion regarding the opportunities of
fered by a naval enlistment. Here
after, Chief Steullet will be at the
post Office on the first Thursday of
each month. To young men of good
character between the ages of II
and 25 years, the Navy offers the
opportunity. for advancement and
success. One Of fifty-five different
trades may be learned through a ma
val enlistment Over five thousand
young men graduated from the
Nayy's trade schools during the past
year. See your Navy recrulter for
full particulars.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
Friendship Class Notes

Mrs. John Purnell will entertain
the members of the Friendship Bible
Glass at her home on North Walnut
street. Tuesday evening, March 2S,
at 1880 O'Clock.
This party will be in the form Of
hat social. Everybody is requested
to bring an old hat to be sold, also
bring one pound Of sugar and one
lemon.
Chinese checkers will be at your
disposal. Lots of fun is being plan
ned for you, so please be present.
Friday evening, April Ia, the class
will serve another of their famous
covered dish suppers in the Sunday
school room. Your cooperation will
be appreciated.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
PERSONALS

Mrs. Hoey Farrow and Mrs. Jen-
ME Short visited the International
Flower Show in New York last Sat
urday.
Mrs. Ida Riley, of Wilmington, ar
rived on Friday to be the guest OF
her niece, Mrs. F. Burgette Short for
several days.
Mrs. Foster Causey, who was the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. William p.
Richards last week, returned to her
home in Washington on Friday.
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DR.. Frank Herson left on Tuesday
to attend the last annual conference
of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
which is being held in Wilmington
at the Asbury Church this week.
Mrs. L. Mulford Taylor, of VIII
mington, State president of the Fed
Grated Clubs, was the overnight
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. G. Marshall
Townsend on Monday.
Bob Neuman. of Washington, d. c.
a student at the University of North
Carolina, at Chapel Hill, spent the
weekend with Wilmer Landlord
3rd. They left for school Sunday af-
ternOOn.
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Mrs. S. NJ. Truitt will return home
tomorrow after spending several
days in Wilmington and attending
the Flower Show in Philadelphia.
She will be accompanied by her
daughter. Mrs. J. G Hamilton.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
Thirty Years Ago
Taken from the 1909 Files of
the Milford Chronicle

Carl Pleasanton who has been ill
with typhoi fever for two or three
months, is convalescing.
o.
Mr.. and Mrs. Isaac Woodrow, Mrs.
Fannie Joseph and John Palmer
spent Conference Week as the
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. G. w. JOS
eph.
United States Marshal William R.
Finn last Monday sold the sloop
Kensington, which was seized some
time ago at Frederick on libel pre-
ferred by Thomas Windsmore of
Philadelphia, to recover for supplies
furnished and money advanced the
owners. Mr.. Windsmore was the
only bidder and secured the sloop
for SIS.
Mrs. George H. Baynum, who has
been in a Philadelphia hospital for
two or three weeks past, is very
much improved at this time and is
expected to return home in a few
days.
Mrs. F. T. Harrington, Jr., and
children, Masters Henry and Freder-
ick, visited her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Walter S. Camper, of near Bow
ers on Sunday last. They gave her a
basket of oysters in which she found
precious pearl.
On Thursday, March IS, Governor
Simeon S. Pennewill appointed Fred
erick Walls of Georgetown, State
Detective to succeed James L. How
kins of Wilmington, whose term ex-
pired on the 18th. Mr.. Walls is
well-known Republican of SUSSEX
county, having been superintendent
of the almshouse for nine years anG
is county committeeman from his
district. He is middle-aged man
The appointment is for four years
at an annual salary of $1,000.
William R. Lord, who many of us
remember as. most successful .tea75
cher of thirty years ago, will lee
ture upon The Ministry of Birds"
on the evening of April in the Cen
,tury Club Building. The lecture is
highly commended as charming and
delightful, beautifully illustrated
with stereopticon views. Mr.. Lord is
an experienced lecturer and he i
held in such affectionate remem-
brance by his old boys and girls that
he will doubtless be greeted with an
appreciative and enthusiastic audi
ence. While in Milford, Mr.. Lord will
remain with DR.. and Mrs. John S.
Prettyman. They invite, and will
welcome to their home, on
Thursday evening, April 1, in a most
informal way, all of "The old boys
and girls" and friends of Mr.. Lord.
who desire to call.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
Milford Grange News

We were fortunate to have with
us last Saturday evening Edwin Bar
ry of the State Game and Fish Com
mission. who showed us pictures of
wild life in the state. and told us of
its conservation. He showed the
release of quail. and rabbits, the
stocking of lakes and ponds with
fish and gave much information on
game laws and kindred topics. Mr.
Barry is preparing additional reels.
end promises at some future date to
be with us.
Next Saturday evening the open
meeting will be in charge of several
nearby All clubs and their leaders.
Short plays will be presented, as we'll
as other items, and refreshments
will be served. Come at s O'Clock,
and enjoy the evening with us.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence B. Down
ing were in Philadelphia last Fri
day.
Isabel Lankford was the weekend
guest of Nancy Ann and Carolyn
Bordner at their home in Salisbury.
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Mrs. A. E. Num- is in West Grove.
Pa, where she is visiting her
daughter, Mrs. NJ. G. Brosius for a
short time.
Miss Sally Anne Short, of George
town, was the guest of her grandma
ther, Mrs. F. Burgette Short, for the
past weekend.
Mrs. Raymond Bennett has re-
turned to Milford after spending n
week in Boston. attending the Eas-
tern Musical Education Conference.
Mr.. and Mrs. Burton Walls are re-
ceiving congratulations upon the ar
rival of a seven pound daughter,
Sarah Carolyn, born March 10 in the
Milford Memorial Hospital. Baby and
mother are doing fine.
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Ensign Henry Sipple is spending
two weeks with his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. William V. Sipple. having ar
rived on Monday. Ensign Sipple left
his ship. Memphis" at Norfolk and
will return to it at Newport News,
Va. He will go to the New York
Worlds Fair before returning to the
West Coast.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
High School Assembly

At the regular weekly assembly of
the high school students, the first
act Of the senior play AUNT Tilly
Goes to Town" was given. Amusing
situations caused much merriment
among the pupils. The play will be
given in its entirety on Wednesday
and Thursday of next week. Ethel
May Warren, senior. has the role
OF Aunt Tilly. The program, arrang-
ed by Miss Hastings and the senior
class was as follows:
Hymn, "Hark, the Vesper Hymn is
Stealing"
Bible reading, Psalm 1O1, by Lucy
Rumpstich.
Lords prayer.
Patriotic song, "The Star Spang-
led Banner" :.
Flag salute, led by Richard
James.
one scene from the Senior play.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCHES

Reality" will be the subject in all
Christian Science Churches on SUM
day, March 26.
Golden Text: Philippians as.
Whatsoever things are true, whatso-
ever things are honest, whatsoever
things are just. whatsoever things
are pure, whatsoever things are
lovely. whatsoever things are ol
good report, if there be any virtue
and If there be any praise think on
these things.
A Bible citation from the lesson
sermon: Job 22:21. Acquaint now
thyself with Him (GodD. and be at
peace: thereby good shall come unto
thee.
Correlative from the textbook
Science and Health with Key to the
Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy;
Unless the harmony and immortal
ity of man are becoming more ap-
parent, we are not gaining the true
idea of God; and the body Will re-
fleet what governs IT,
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
BURBANK CHAPTER ATTENDS
TRIANGULAR MEETING

The Vocational Agriculture Boys
of Greenwood School attended the
annual inter-chapter meeting of the
Greenwood. Bridgeville and Seaford
chapters of F. F. A. 1t was held in
the Seaford School on Monday night.
The seventy-five boys attending en-
gagged in various athletic games.
The presidents of the visiting
chapters were invited to say a few
words. There followed a volley-ball
tournament. basketball game. and
other activities. A spirit of good
feeling and sportsmanship prevail
ed througout. Refreshments were
served in the cafeteria.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
Tall CedGrs Notes

Penn Forest. No. 81, T. C. L., of
Chester, Pa, has invited the men,
bers of Evergreen Forest, No. 40, of
Kent and Sussex counties, to attend
their third ceremonial of the year,
in the Masonic Temple. Chester, Pa,
on March 20.
The honor guest of the evening
will be Paul Pearson, Supreme Tall
Cedar of the U. S. A. A banquet will
be held early in the evening in his
honor.
This is another big Tall Cedar af-
fair that will attract members of the
fraternity from all parts of the east.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
4-H CLUB NOTES
Geargetown Ever Ready Club

AtNA y Ahb
The monthly meeting of the
Ever Ready All Club met at the
home of Georgette Kiamie. on Satur-
day, March IS.
The meeting was called to order
by the president. Coda Rogers, and
the minutes of the previous meeting
read by the secretary, Mildred Smith.
The roll was called with all mem
bers present and all having their
sewing.
The club planned to sell soup on
Saturday. March %. to raise money
TO send several members to the
Short Course in June.
Games were played and refresh
ments of cocoa and cookies served
by the hostess.
Just Us 4.H Club
The meeting of the Just Us Club
of near Milford, was held at the
home of the Murphy's on Wednes-
day. March s. There were several
members absent. The secretary, WV
ian Sacker, called the roll. Each
member answered the roll call with
the name of tree. They also told
what this tree was used for.
All the members who were pres
ent made a pudding. We were also
served other refreshments. 1t was
decided that all members should
make pies and sell them. 1t was also
decided that we should meet Satur-
day, March 25, and make soup. This
is to get moneyto send girls to the
Short Course. The next meeting will
be held at the home of Ada Frances
Thomas.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24

Dover Day" will be observed on
Saturday, May 6.
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Harry Vinyard has been reappoint-
ed constable for Milford Hundred.
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The card party which was schedul-
ed for Friday, March 81, by Ionic
Council No. 13, has been postponed
until later. Date will be announced.
The Woman's Home Missionary
Society will meet in the Sunday
school room of the Avenue NJ. E..
Church, Tuesday afternoon, March
%, at 2:30.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
THY BROTHERS KEEPER

Works progress Administration
appears to have successfully walked
into permanent position. whereas
the President who started it said
that it would be used temporarily.
The system stands-with this Con-
gress. The method of Federal Ad-
ministration also remains unchang-
ed In the end Congress seems GER
tain TO turn in another "check for
human needs"
Social Security in all its phases
for babies. hired girls. the unenl-
ployed, sick and disabled, hospitali-
zation. pension systems, and for re-
tirement plans. 1t costs money to be
our brothers keeper.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
J. S. COOPER APPOINTED
TO u. =. REVENUE POST

Appointment of Jesse S. Cooper of
Dover to the new position in Della
ware of chief of the field division of
the U. S. Bureau of Internal Reve-
nue., District of Delaware. has been
made by Collector James II. Latchum
of this district. Mr.. Cooper former
ly was deputy state auditor. The
position of assistant to the collector.
held by the late John W. Arthurs.
has not been filled.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
D. V. ANDERSON PROMOTED

The U. S. Senate has approved pro-
motion of Daniel V. Anderson. oil
Dover. vice-consul at Bombay from
unclassified to class VIII rating in
the foreign service. The highest
rank in the classified foreign service
in class l, with an annual salary OF
1000 to $4,000. The lowest in class
VIII with salary ranging from $500
to $4,000. Mr.. Anderson is son of
the late James Hall Anderson, for
merly of Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
CHECKER PARTY

Benjamin B. Vinyard of Milford,
was host Tuesday evening to a group
of checker playing champions, from
Harrington, Georgetown and Milford.
The visitors played several series of
games, closing the tournament with
straight up play. d. Downs of
Georgetown was high man. The gen.
ial host served delicious refresh
ments.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24
DOVER CONCERT
ASSN. CLOSES DRIVE
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The Cooperative Concert Associa-
tion brought three attractions this
past season: James Melton, tenor;
the IOnian Singers, male quartet,
and Garcia Goya, dancer, who will
make her debut in Africa soon with
the newly-esta ablished Cooperative
bureau
The success of the organization
can be attributed to those both in
and out of Dover who gave their
time and interest during the cam
paign, and the executive committee
wishes to thank those who are max
ing it possible for Dover to enjoy an
other series of good music.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-24

Mrs. John II. Gillespie enter
tanned at the Walton Tea Room
in compliment to Mrs. Foster
Causey of Washington on Thurs
day of last week. Guests were
invited for luncheon which was
followed by Chinese checkers at
her apartment at The Towers.
Besides the guest of honor were
Mrs. Clyde Nelson, Mrs. Herman
Johnson. Mrs. J. Lynn Pratt.
Mrs. William p. Richards. Mrs.
Harry Brakeley and Miss Eliza
beth Collins.