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Newspaper
Dispatch Democrat
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1919
Page
1
Social and club notes discuss erecting a community house memorial for soldiers and sailors of the Great War. Plans include a hearth, social hall, swimming pool, and kitchen space to spur unity, with emphasis on combating apathy through communal activities.
Miss Evelyn Redemeyer hosted a Saturday evening gathering at her East Perkins home. Guests included Evelyn Redemeyer Lurline Jamison Hilda Banker Stella Sandelin Lempi Sandelin Rowena Owsley Margaret Cunningham Ira Ruddick Vivian Green Bernice Collins George Boring Clarence Wegener Newell Rea Willard Broaddus Joe Anker Robert Steiert Lloyd Davidson and Raymond Milne for dancing music and late refreshments.
A pro gram committee meeting of the Ladies Missionary Society of the M. and Church South became a warm birthday gathering for Mrs. M. C. Duncan known as Grandmother Duncan by many in Ukiah. Attendees brought gifts and well wishes and enjoyed cake and coffee after plans and greetings.
Social event for men features Assemblyman Charles Kasch as speaker at the Cecilier Hotel dining room. Also notes Saturday Afternoon Club program at Mrs S J Rea’s home with songs, dramatic reading, vocal solo, and a humor segment led by Mrs J L Brown.
The ladies of St John’s M and E church hosted a Tuesday tea for Mrs J A Montgomery before her move from Ukiah. A brief program and refreshments followed in the church parlors on South Oak Street as officers praised her.
Ukiah welcomed notable guests from New York this week. Bishop Leonard of New York, national president of the Epworth League of the Methodist church, and Dr. Gutherte, national secretary, attended and were received with honor.
Cornelia Rebekah lodge held its first gathering since the ban on public events, closing its lodge year with twelfth month reports. A February 10 social includes a public officer installation with invitations for members, plus social diversions. Dr Mariana Bertola was elected president of the San Francisco District California Federation of Women's Clubs, succeeding the late Mrs Frank Fredericks. Dr Bertola has led child welfare efforts district wide.
The public resumes hope as Victory theatre announces reopening tomorrow evening after weeks of silence. The long suffering patrons anticipate life and light returning to the playhouse amid renewed cheer and merriment.
About sixty residents on Gobbi Boule vard joined a Monday evening event to honor Charlies Dawe and Nathan Hatfield, recently discharged from service. The small hall, Ukiah's first community center, hosted games, singing and elaborate refreshments as neighbors plan future winter gatherings.
The Epworth League of St John’s church held a Tuesday evening reception to honor Pauli Lamparti, Charles Dawe, and Harold Thompson, all former members who recently returned from war. Music, games and a light supper followed a pleasant hour of fellowship.
Attorney and Mrs Nuckolls are on the road to recovery after a severe influenza attack complicated by pneumonia. For a time their condition was critical. Mrs Nuckolls is remembered as Miss Anna Banks. Their home at 348 Walnut Avenue San Francisco has long hosted Ukiah visitors.
Mrs L EB Bassford and Miss Lorrain Bassford of Berkeley arrive in Ukiah for an extended visit with sisters Mrs L J Brown and Mrs G W Stout.
Dr Stout, a San Rafael visitor, attended the surgeons meeting of the C. N. W. railway in San Rafael last Saturday evening. He traveled home with Dr Taylor and the two doctors then went on to Willits where they performed a surgical operation on Sunday.
The approaching marriage of Miss Vera La Porte and Mr. Ernest Rud dick is the all absorbing topic among friends. February 12 is the date and the ceremony will be quiet with only relatives present. The couple will reside at the Horace McKeon ranch the bridegroom bought recently, now being prepared for occupancy.
The community extends loving sympathy to Mrs. C. A. Bernhard as she remains critically ill. Loyal friends note her kind nature and the many ties she has formed during her residence here. Latest sickroom reports offer encouragement.
The Ladies Missionary Society of the M. E. Church, South met in the church parlors for a midwinter gathering led by new president Mrs. C. R. Thomas. The decor featured ferns and narcissus, with readings by Mrs. J. R. Moore, music by Miss Catherine Thomas, piano by Francesa Joseph, and a tribute by Mrs. W. D. L. Held to the retiring officer.
Mrs. Elmer Berry of Willits was a guest in EB Duncan's home last week. During her visit she underwent a tonsil operation at Langland Hospital and afterwards stayed several days at the Duncan residence to recuperate.
After weeks of low mood, social plans for young people in the gay community are underway. The text notes many events and gatherings as life returns to normal, with youth not yet fully out of school taking part in early plans and activities.
The president Mrs Lucy Cleland announced a special feature honoring three Pioneer members for their birthdays. A decorated table of honor held a lighted cake. Honorees were Mrs Duncan, Mrs Shattuck and Mrs Z J Fine. Sixty attendees enjoyed cakes and coffee, compliments to officers for a delightful afternoon.
Prolific Chico grower Harry Fraser predicts hop prices will hit 50 to 75 cents per pound this season, a peak not seen since the 1890s, with 1919 prices expected to set records. Fraser cites 25 cents per pound for 1917 hops and large foreign demand from Hingland, South America, and France, while the coast’s output may cap at about 100,000 pounds this year. English buyers contract 30 to 60 bales annually from Washington and Oregon at 25 cents per pound.
Notice to Odd Fellows Ukiah Lodge No 174 1 0 C FB to hold installation next Tuesday at 7 30 PM All members urged to attend visiting brothers invited Refreshments after ceremonies Noble Grand M Iversen and Secretary Chris Burns sign. R C Burger listed as notable Yorkville resident in town last week.
A humanitarian drive begins next Monday to aid Armenian victims of war. A New York committee has purchased a flour cargo valued at 1,406,000 dollars now en route. Local Ukiah sites will accept donations at designated business houses announced later.
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church announces Sunday morning services all invited to attend. Arthur Tibbitts, a local mail carrier, returns to duties after a hard bout with flu earlier in the week. Sam Williams, recently back from Blind Slough Oregon, visited Calpella Wednesday with Ed Gschwend.
Miss Irma Jenkins of San Francisco visits Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Brown this week. She is described as a niece of Mr. Brown, indicating family ties as the note’s main detail.
Andrew McKay, a well known rancher, is able to be about again after a severe attack of influenza. The many friends of the popular figure will be glad to learn of his improvement in health.
Notice requests all lenders of bedding or articles to the Red Cross hospital and patients with unreturned clothing to claim items at Home Service headquarters in Davis garage by January 22. Unclaimed items will be disposed of after the deadline. signed by the Chairman of Home Service.
Now is the time to order fruit trees from Cox Hardware Co offering a full line of fruit trees and shrubbery from the Silva Bergtholdt nurseries. Reliable quality and variety advertised for customers.
Marion Todd Proprietor in Ukiah California markets Anywhere Any Time jitney service with two cars capable of taking 15 adult passengers. The firm promotes picnic party outings as a specialty and lists Marion Todd as proprietor in local advertising.
In Mendocino County California the Superior Court sets February 8 1919 at 9:00 AM in the court House for proving the will of Henry Owens deceased and for hearing John Cunningham's petition for Letters Testamentary. Hale Prather Clerk Deputy M A Carpenter. T J Weldon attorney for petitioner dated January 28 1919.
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