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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1913
Page
2
The page presents a Henry Van Dyke poem about music and sea imagery and a daily thought on life and faith. It also lists several social events including Halloween party at Mrs Vaughan's on Oct 31 and a luncheon for Mrs Davison, plus social teas and a twilight recital at Lucy Cobb.
Noon on October 31 the program by Miss Desha and Miss Willis includes musical pieces by Susan Scudder Dot Haselton Mubbally Morton Brown and others. The Home Workers of Tabernacle meet at 4 PM at the church. Drama League aims to improve public taste and support worthy attractions.
An Athens Public notice promotes R. Brandt Optical Department promising expert know how and appealing to customers with the idea that good looking glasses are fitted there by a preferred shop and staff. The ad emphasizes the shop as the place to get glasses and highlights a favorable impression of staff and products.
R Brandt The Jeweler and Optician Insurance Building presents a strong show praised by an appreciative audience. Drama League members meet backstage with performers for a brief reception and shop talk on dramatics. Membership and dues are urged to support upcoming season activities. Mrs C B Griffith urges participation and outlines future plans.
A Halloween party is planned for Friday afternoon at College Avenue School. The event is one of several campus celebrations noted in local notices and promises to be a family friendly gathering with games and treats.
Invitations to the November 25 ceremony in the White House for Mrs Jessie Woodrow Wilson and Francis K Sayre are expected this week. About seven to eight hundred guests will be invited, with Miss Margaret Wilson as maid of honor and Miss Eleanor Wilson among bridesmaids. The bridal party will wear pink gowns, while arrangements include homeward plans post marriage.
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