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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1927

Page

14

Southampton Society Eyes Private Beach Plan and Gatekeeping

The article describes Southampton social climbers intent on creating a private Bailey's Beach style enclave to segregate newcomers. It notes old guards resisting invasions by the nouveaux riches, secrecy around plans, and anticipated strict membership, with many disappointed applicants expected as the list is heavily blue-penciled. It contrasts with Bar Harbor access and poses questions about social advancement through exclusive norms.

Southampton Bres Satlal Wall Bailey's Beach Aquidnec Isis Resort Smthamptones Bath and Tennis Club Bath Tam Bar Harbor Maina

Mrs England Continued From Page One

Names listed include Rontcher Bre W H Cox Mrs W F Matheney Mrs G C Rowan Mrs L C Jones Mrs T Newcomer Mrs A C Cary Mrs R Woodall and others, suggesting a society or club roster ongoing from page one.

Luncheon Guests Named in Social Update

The list of attendees includes Mrs. Lou Davideon Mrs. James Davidson Mrs. James Jenkins Mrs. Sidney Shirkey Mrs. F. R. Hickman Mr. T. BE Courtney and Mrs. E. H. Shouk along with Mrs. Joseph Norton Luncheon guests were Mrs. Willard Freudenberger Mrs. W. T. Eisensmith Mrs. Richard Higgins Mrs. R. Startzman Mrs. P. A. Simpson Mrs. Bonner Hill and Mrs. Ell Mason.

Kanawha Players Preview Oney Wealthy Aunt Visit

In a scene continued from page one the wealthy aunt Mrs Burke-Smith arrives with her business manager Mr Howland and witnesses the Schultzes troubles with little help. Mrs Burke-Smith is to be played by Mrs John A Thayer and Mr Howland by Mr Francis Pritchard, both with prior stage credits.

Mrs. Burke-Smith Mr. Howland Schultzes

Miss Powell Weds In Charleston Society Ring

Miss Powell marries in Charleston with a reception among the younger set. The groom is son of Dr and Mrs L V Shawver of Nuttallburg. The Shawvers’ daughter resides in Charleston and Mr Shawver has worked with Frigidaire for three years. They reside at 1542 Quarrier Street.

L. V. Shawver Nuttalburg Fordson Coil Company Shawver Charleston Frigidaire Company Quarrier Street

Engagement and social events highlighted at Capitol Inn party

The report notes an afternoon bridge party hosted by Mrs. E J Caffman at Capitol Inn with many guests listed, and announces the engagement of Miss Frances Lewis to Mr. Frank F Hyre. Attendees include Frances Lewis and Frances Agner plus many others, with luncheon guests and a Charleston area social entourage. Dr George T Sharp of Washington spent time in Staunton and Charleston events are mentioned.

Frances Lewis Mary Johnson Bre Joan Agsten Gladys Mankin Mim Mary Haley Wil- Mare Hert Margaret Clark Cali Foard Mary Brorton Alvin Snyder, Jr Dorothy Higgins Staunton Misa Marjorie Mower George T. Sharp Washington, D. C

Charleston notices and social calendar update

Charleston society scene reports visits, travel and events including guests in Kanawha Street and Lexington alumnae finals. Church classes and women’s groups meet while Dr Shepherd pursues Vienna study. Births, showers, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and club picnics fill month of June in local scene.

Local social notes mark a late yesterday supper gathering

Mrs Mercy and a long list of names attended a ceremony and buffet supper yesterday. Mrs Ewald of Ctpets visited her son and daughters in law Mr and Mrs George H Ewald at their home on Franklin Avenue.

Willan Mortis Chapter The Daughters of the American Revolution B. H Pratt-on-Kanawha Catholic Daughters of America Huntington M.C. Courtary St. Clairtvillg Ohio Henry Hoffman Qgumberland Maryland Msc’ Q.mercy Mira Jobit Crowley James Callahan Prantea MecAndrews Mi Malone 2Mima Simms Catherine Guthrie Laura’ Coyla Elis’ Kelly Rose Badaro Walt Fitz Ewald Ctpets Oia George H. Ewald Franklin Avenue

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