26 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1917
Page
1
Notices and ads from Dermott and surrounding towns advertise Good Luck items at The Novelty and Orr Hardware Co. promotions for crepe de chine underwear, coal, screen doors, lumbers, liver pills, freezers, mops, and household goods, with personal visits and local events including dances, cantatas, and upcoming sales.
The Southeast Arkansas Literary and Athletic Association held its ninth annual meet in Dermott last Friday attracting visitors from Dumas Crossett Parkdale Monticello and nearby towns despite a night rainstorm. Trains from several cities ferried crowds to events at the school house Hotel Dermott Auditorium and Athletic Park with prizes awarded in multiple categories and Monticello winning the general athlete cup.
Patria a romantic serial of patriotism and romance, featuring Mrs Vernon Castle and Milton Sills in the first episode Laat of the Fighting Channings. Patria Channing, heiress to millions and a major munition plant, fights to save America as Baron Huroki schemes. Captain Parr of the Secret Service tracks the plot in Newport party scenes. Admission 10c and 15c. Major ranges sold.
The Presbyterian choir led by Carl Helmstetter and with singers from other city churches presented Gabriel's cantata The Conqueror before a full house last Sunday. The Methodist service was canceled, drawing attendees from Baptists as well. The church was decoratively arranged and the musical program held full audience attention with praise and strong chorus work.
Sunday School attendance was 132 with five new members added last week. League attendance Sunday was 4s. Sunday morning service for children was well attended. The church enjoyed the musical program at the Presbyterian Church Sunday evening, with our service called in for the occasion.
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