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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1920
Page
2
In Anaconda the Lenten season begins as belated parties fill the days before fasting. A bach elors dance at the Montana hotel returns a favor to matrons and bachelor girls, with Valentine decorations, red lights and cupids, music, and dancing lasting into the early hours.
Mrs Norman Streit leaves for Butte after a delightful visit with old-time friends. While here she stayed with the Jordans and was guest of honor at several social events hosted by Mrs W H Dorchester. Jean MacRae hosted a Valentine color themed afternoon for Streit and others with red carnations and rosy lighting.
Mr and Mrs T F Riley hosted an old fashioned Irish party Tuesday evening in honor of Mrs Metluire and her family. The event featured music and singing as guests enjoyed the celebratory atmosphere.
Late night entertainment included elaborate quadrille dances with a festive lunch hosted by the hostess. Attendees listed include Mrs McGuire and family, Mr and Mrs Marron, Mr and Mrs Dahl, Mr and Mrs Corrigan, Mr and Mrs Gill, Mrs McNamara, Kathleen McNamara, Anna Walsh, Marie Sullivan, Genevieve and Gerald Gano, Francis Riley, Pat Murray, Joe McCabe, Bernard Riley, Barney McGuire, Thomas McGuire and Jean Riley.
Miss Helen Wien wed Carl L. Meigs on Valentine day in the Durston block apartments. Rev. Charles Wolfe performed the ceremony for the daughter of Mrs. R. B. Sebastian. The couple plans a short state trip and will reside at the Durston apartments in Anaconda after returning.
The Woman's club music department hosted an organ recital by Mrs. W W Jamesson in the Presbyterian church. The event drew praise as the year's most interesting musical occasion with flawless organ performance and graceful songs by Mrs. John Sugrue and Miss Molly Hogan assisting.
Miss May Russell entertained Friday night in honor of Mrs. Joseph V. Tescher who will depart Tuesday for California. Guests included Mrs. Tescher, Mrs. J. H. Gee, Mrs. Patsy Finnegan, Mrs. Edward C. Johnson, Mrs. J. L. Patterson, Mrs. Nora Bryan and the Misses Helena Gleeson, Margaret Coucher, Irene Kennedy, Sabina Murray and Mary Papez.
Mrs. P. M. Halloran acted as hostess Tuesday afternoon hosting her club at the Montana hotel. A delicious luncheon was served to members of the club and guests Mesdames L. G. Smith V. J. Applegate and L. V. Bender. Following the luncheon instead of the
Mrs. J. H. Alexander hosted a Monday gathering for Mrs. C. G. Rochon of Erskine Alberta who is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Waterbury. The afternoon featured girlhood memories and abundant flowers.
The Frances E Willard memorial services were held last Tuesday afternoon in the Baptist church parlors under the Mothers department of the Christian Temperance Union. Mrs Yough Gilchrist chaired the event which drew a good attendance and added six new members. Mrs A A Layton led a white ribbon recruit service with eight children consecrated by their mothers to temperance and purity. Layton spoke on child welfare while Gilchrist read a paper on Frances J Willard and recited one of her poems. Refreshments followed.
The Ladies Aid of the Presbyterian church met in church parlors on Thursday afternoon. Hostesses included Mesdames KH M Clark J Thomas H D Grant JC A Jemmon Padrick Crabtree Halferdahl and Miss Anna Ferrin. Officers elected were President Mrs Co L Witter Vice President Mrs Mary Quay Secretary re elected Mrs E J Heagy and Treasurer re elected Mrs L D McPherson. The program featured a piano solo by Margaret Erickson and a vocal solo by Miss Deam.
Mrs Layton gave an interesting talk on the new era movement. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess.
The Epworth League of the Methodist Church held its monthly meeting last Tuesday evening at the Sigler home on Spruce Street. Guests included Alice Sheehan Alicia Sigler Mary James Rev Co F Wolfe and Albert Lenhart. A social hour with games and music followed the business session and refreshments were served.
The Methodist church held an open meeting in the church parlors on Thursday evening. After the business meeting, a program featured singing, violin and piano solos, vocal solos and a trio performance, with Mrs. Oscar Johnson and others among the performers. Refreshments were served to over one hundred guests. Hostesses were Mrs. F. Cc. Dayton, Mrs. Sarah Rooney and Mrs. Charles F. Wolfe.
Tuesday evening hosts Mrs H. Carter and Mrs William Keig welcomed guests at a West Sixth Street home shower for Mrs Gordon Sewell. Red and white carnation decorations framed a pleasant evening as attendees, including numerous named guests, celebrated the honoree.
Mrs Fred Conger hosted her L D A club last Friday with sewing and music followed by refreshments. Attendees included Mesdames F J Sharkey M A Quay James Morrs E M Goodwin S N Parrott Arthur Davis C Irwin G W Sparrow W H Holly and the hostess.
Ruth McCaskill hosted a Valentine party Tuesday evening for a group of playmates. The children played various games and enjoyed dainty refreshments suited to the day. Invitees included Mabel Sparrow Ruth Sparrow Stella Bennett Lilly Bennett Bobby Bennett Kiva Bennett Margaret Fox Harriet Fox Lawrence Fox Lucille Brekke Edward Kretzer.
Members of the W. W. W. club entertained their husbands and friends at a Friday evening dancing party at Dewey hall. About 30 guests enjoyed a delightful program of dances followed by a tempting supper.
Mrs. L. D. MacPherson entertained her sewing club last week in a charming setting with valentine decorations. The afternoon featured card games sewing and refreshments for club members and guests Mesdames L. J. Coleman Brundage C. G. Rochon E. B. Heagy W. A. Law and Harry Neal.
The W A of A N M E will meet next Thursday at Mrs R W Handley 620 West Fifth Street. All members are urged to attend as officers will be elected.
Anaconda Epworth League chapter of the Methodist church met at Miss Aleda Sigler 608 Spruce street on Tuesday evening. Guessing contests and games provided entertainment and dainty refreshments were served.
On Saturday afternoon in the Montana hotel dining room guests enjoyed a festive meal with flags in national colors. Out-of-town attendees included Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Strasburger, both of Butte, who are noted as the state regent.
The Arts and Crafts department meets Monday at 3 30 pm. Mrs E I Larsson and Mrs R W Handley lead the program focusing on Japanese prints.
Gertrude Mc Ethinnie entertained 16 members of her Sunday school class Friday evening. Refreshments were served at a late hour.
Mrs H C Gardiner returned last Sunday from Victor Montana where she visited her sister for a few days. Mrs Barker and her daughter Kathleen of Clarksdale Arizona are in the city with relatives before returning home for the funeral of Mrs Norman Barker. Miss Lydia Jacobi visited old-time friends from Butte. George Chapman of New York arrived on a business trip and will see old friends. Miss Geraldine Long stayed in Butte with her sister Mrs James Black. Bert Dorland returned for a visit with his parents after a Nicaragua voyage. Dr and Mrs Turton and Dr and Mrs Brandt attended a dental supplies exhibit in Butte. Mrs H C Gardiner and others were guests at the Home club Kuncheon in Butte. Mrs H D Grant and Miss Essie Grant attended Murray's hospital graduation in Butte. Mr and Mrs Milton Reid and Mr and Mrs C P Jordan of Butte attended Mrs Norman Barker's funeral. Miss Fay Collins and Miss Maribel Spelman came from Missoula to spend the weekend at their home.
Mrs. Thomas Brennan of Butte returns home after a week at the Spelmans with her grand daughter Dorothy Spelman. The brief visit included a short stay at the Spelmans home.
Mr and Mrs F W Foote hosted a dinner Thursday at their West Sixth Street home. Eight guests attended including Mr and Mrs W E Mears, Fred Amthor, and Ewald Iwen.
Mrs. W. J. Applegate entertained the Friday Bridge club at her Brentwood apartments last week. Three tables were in play and refreshments followed. Guests included Mesdames L. Sylvester W. W. Jameson BE. R. Crutcher and Van Gundy.
The ladies of the Presbyterian Missionary Society will meet Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. Bett Asbury's home 809 West Seventh Street. A large attendance is desired for officer elections other business a program and charity refreshments follow.
Deer Lodge on February 21 featured a lively program at the Woman's Club House with Mrs. W. H. Christian hosting. Members heard talks on the Italian School of Painting, the Sistine Madonna, and YWCA wartime work, followed by a music study of French opera and social gatherings hosted by club members across the week. Tone reflects local civic culture with emphasis on arts, education, and community events.
Prominent printer ad touts Diamond Dyes to revitalize wool silk linen cotton and mixed fabrics with guaranteed perfect results. It promises easy overcolor dyeing for house dresses ginghams aprons blouses stockings skirts sweaters and draperies. The Tyrection Book included in package explains dye steps and a Diamond Dye Color Card helps match materials.
Milwaukee and eastern electric officials attended a banquet at Hotel Deer Lodge to discuss new motors from General Electric and Westinghouse. Irene Allison Walters married Oliver Louis Cummings of Spokane in a small ceremony at the Walters home, with reception and a North Coast Limited honeymoon plan.
Actress Alice L. Owen Files for divorce from Harry Owen a Gary Indiana hide dealer claiming he slept with a stocking over his head to preserve pompadour splendor and objecting to his use of excellent cologne in the marriage dispute.
An advertisement touts a home made cough syrup using 2½ ounces of Pinex in a pint sugar syrup or alternatives like molasses or honey. It claims rapid relief for chest colds bronchitis and other ailments and offers a money back guarantee.
Grandmother’s hair kept dark and glossy with a Sage Tea and Sulphur brew. The Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound is praised by a downtown druggist for natural color restoration and easy use.
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