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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1917
Page
2
Conducted by Mrb. Alice Adams. The Easter lily poem celebrates the resurrection, linking lilies to Easter joy and life. A second piece narrates the distant isle Heart's Content as a hopeful voyage for troubled souls, then details the Bradberry Owen wedding and social notices including Easter events, luncheons, and club calendars across the community.
A wrist watch is described as the most convenient practical way to carry time while also serving as a stylish jewelry piece. Notes on gold and gold filled options, hand engraving or plain designs, popular octagon shape, small size, and very reasonable price.
Local notices detail the W. C. A Extension Club meeting at Miss Annie Epps home on Oconee Street tonight to hear a Red Cross talk. The Precious Shop opens with items for Red Cross work. Emmanuel Church Women’s Auxiliary plans a mission box and second hand clothing drive while a Druid Hills party hosts a large guest list. Chapter F meets this afternoon. several Athens residents visit and recover from illnesses as social events and weddings are announced in nearby papers.
Miss Mozelle Scudder hosts an afternoon tea from 5 to 7 honoring Mrs. William Bradshaw of Paducah Kentucky and Mrs. Hugh Harden of Forsyth. Numerous local guests and auxiliary meeting notices fill an Athens social and civic update.
Miss Ellen Mell's group will meet this morning at 11 at her Hill Street home. Mrs Harnest Michaels group meets at Harmony Club Thursday at 4 o'clock. Mrs B L Griggs group will meet.
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