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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1916
Page
2
A Brooklyn Eagle tale about an elderly blacksmith who moves to Chicago with his wealthy son, sinks into idleness on bounty, and ends his life. The piece argues idleness harms both rich and poor and must be learned in youth.
Mrs Frederick G Hodgson entertained several ladies at an afternoon tea, inviting her mother Mrs J Sloat Fassett of Elmira New York. Tea was served from a table handsome in its appointments with a central decorative feature.
The ceremony at Christ Church united Miss Lila Marguerite Claghorn and Mr. Robert John Gilchrist in a simple, dignified wedding. Attended by matron of honor Mrs. Walter S. Blun and ushers, the couple left for a wedding trip to Florida and Cuba after the service.
Miss Louise Broyles and Miss Harriet Smith of Memphis were guests of Miss Isoline Campbell in Atlanta. Social notes cover Lucy Cobb Institute alumni gatherings in Jacksonville honoring Ruth Rutherford, with flowers and autos, plus theater party at the Vaudette hosted by Mrs. Bessie Stanley Wood. Mentions of Dr. I. H. Goss’s improving health, various visits, and Dancing classes led by Miss Lucy Fleming.
The Children of the Confederacy will meet with Mrs J L Sexton at 598 Prince Avenue this afternoon at 4 o clock. Mrs Grawford asks that each member be present. Miss Arkwright hosted a luncheon Thursday at Pine Bloom in Druid Mills for Miss Anita Rivers of New York and other guests.
A good watch stands as the ideal present for a man entering business life. It promises lasting value, aids punctuality in engagements, and serves as a constant reminder of discipline and reliability. Our splendid display features timepieces that suit this thoughtful gesture.
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