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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1934
Page
3
Society page covers May 2 party hosted by Dobra Knight, plus McQuain Hedrick nuptials in Waynesburg and annual St Joseph St Marys reunion plans. Also lists Hotel Grafton entertainment, Beulah Rebekah pageant, Protective Home Circle meeting, and community notices on dances, luncheons, and church events with multiple local residents and organizations.
At a business gathering in Pruntytown officers were chosen for 1934-35 with Hilda Mahaney as president and Georganna Bennett as secretary. Pledges listed include Ruth Gerkins and Juanita Neythouse among many others. Klaude Spaur and Barbara Cather named sponsors. Lady Aid at Methodist church met with nine members and three visitors.
Miss Mildred McKeen of Grafton and Mr Arthur Smith of Pittsburgh wed in Washington PA on March 31 1934. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs A McKeen, a Grafton High School 1926 graduate, teacher in Galloway, and social figure. He is son of Mr and Mrs Alexander Smith, a Duquesne University graduate, now in Pittsburgh photography work. They reside at 63 Summerles Ave East End Pittsburgh. Local notes cover Woodman Circle and Baltimore and Ohio Veterans meetings with plans and social events.
Street is very ill and confined to his home. Friends wish for a speedy recovery. Miss Emma Faust and Mrs. James Whalen attended the funeral of Anna Rush in Clarksburg. W.S. Wilmoth of West Main called in Graf ton. J. W. Squires of Route 1 visited. Mrs. C. E. Hostler returned after visiting Miss Alda Sober. H. K. Debendorfer of Wheeling district was in Graf ton visiting friends. Thomas Brand, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Brand, entered Mt. Clemens Mich sanitarium for inflammatory rheumatism. He is the Preston county golf club champion. Mrs. G. Thomas Vante was a caller in Clarksburg. Miss Nella Hawker, Ellis Wiles and Pete Trickett of Tunnelton were in Philippi. Mrs. Ellis Wiles accompanied home, recently a patient at Myer's Clinic Hospital. Miss Mildred Williams returned home to Love Avenue from Parkersburg where she worked for the Income department. Paul Newton of Knottsville Pike visiting relatives in Graf ton. Mr. Newton is in Atlantic City N J. Now and Then Club of Wickwire held a meeting at Mrs. A. N. Allender’s home on Country Club Road. A noon dinner was served, then quilting. Next meeting at Mrs. Lydia Coburn’s home on May 10. Attending: Mrs. George Kiger, Mrs. Lydia Coburn, Mrs. Boyd Setler and daughter Rosemary, Mrs. Gibson Hayhurst, Mrs. J. B. Robinson, Mrs. J. D. Kuhn, Mrs. M. F. Abel and hostess Mrs. A. N. Allender.
Grace Moore the screen and operatic actress discusses her health routine. She notes avoiding excess sugar and starch, eating well but sparingly, and relying on daily exercise including golf swimming and long walks to maintain vitality and color.
Navy treble dress combines light blue with navy for a fresh summer look. Navy taffeta collar and cuffs in pale blue, three quarter sleeves with bell shapes, inverted front pleats, and pin tuck bust lines. Brimmed navy Shantung hat with silver anchor ornament. straw hats remain popular though with smoother weaves.
MELLO GLO is a new face powder claiming to protect skin from exposure and retain youth. A French-made process is said to extend wear, smooth application, and minimize pores with a special tint. It promises no flaking or irritation and is offered as non tan. Priced at 5c and 1$. Ww.
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