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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1932
Page
7
Thomasville report details a Wednesday bridge gathering at Forsyth street hosted by Mrs Alvah Boyles with two tables of play, top score to Mrs R K Farrington and second to Mrs Vernon Snider, plus refreshments for a host of guests.
The Randolph Chapter U D C met at Mrs. Underwood’s home with Mrs. Hammond presiding. Secretary Hedrick resigned. Mrs. Underwood installed as secretary. Reports from state and national officers, dues paid, Colonial tea planned, and laments on General Lee Maury and Stonewall Jackson.
The Randolph Chapter U D C met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. Underwood home with Mrs. W A Underwood and Mrs J O Redding attending. Mrs W C Hammond president chaired the business session. Mrs E L Hedrick resigned as secretary and Mrs W A Underwood was installed in the post.
A home gathering on Griffith street celebrated Bobbie Rae’s fourth birthday. Guests included Mary Lynn Petree, Anna Carolyn Petree, Miriam Thomas, Clyde Thomas, Billy Thomas Lloyd, and others. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. Gilbert Petree, Mrs. W. B. Slayton, and Miss Pauline Bailey. The honoree received several gifts from his friends.
State and national officers reports were heard and dues paid at the meeting. Plans were made for the Colonial tea to be hosted by Mrs William C Hammer in February. Readers spoke on General Lee and Matthew Fountain Maury. Stonewall Jackson songs were sung.
On Wednesday and Thursday afternoons Mesdames Mattie Bennett Henry Ingram and Jack Faust entertained at two card parties at the Ashlyn Hotel Parlors. A large number of tables were used and guests enjoyed a social afternoon.
Sweet Secrets formed for both parties and the rooms were decorated with a pretty arrangement of potted plants and cut flowers. On Wednesday afternoon the bridge high score prize, a metal boudoir lamp, went to Mrs. George Sumner while high score in rock was awarded to Mrs. J. T. Ingram. This award was a sewing box. To Mrs. Helen Smith Moore, of Greensboro, house guest of Mrs. B. C. Smith was presented a box of handkerchiefs. Mesdames Jess Garner and Clarence Lovett assisted the hostesses in serving an elaborate plate of refreshments followed by sweets and coffee. The second party on Thursday with eight tables of bridge and one of rock, was equally as charming as the first. Assisting the hostesses in Irving and placing the guests at the card tables was Mrs. John Ingram. Mesdames Irving Frye, I. C. Moser, Ed Steere, J. Lewallen and Miss Anna Glades Ingram assisted in serving after the cards were laid aside. High score prize in bridge, a novelty bracelet, went to Miss Bera Scarboro, while Mrs. F. G. Newsom made top score in rock and be given a potted plant. Mrs. L. T Terrell, of Richmond, house guest of Mrs. O. L. Presnell, was given an attractive make-up box. Coming in for refreshments after the games were Mesdames W. H. Mor ing, S. B. Stedman, T.A. Burns, Miss Julia Thorns, and Mrs. Dave Weatherly, of Franklinville. Elaborate and tasty refreshments were also served at this party which concluded two of the most delight-
Paris society figures like the Marquise de Cassa Maury and Princess Ludovisi stress personal style over trend. They favor color harmony, thoughtful makeup, and coordinated accessories. Coiffure and hats are decisive, with emphasis on a natural finish and a flattering silhouette.
The Friday afternoon club gathered with Mrs. W. L. Lambeth on Sunset Avenue for a full attendance event. Members and guests heard stories including Water Never Hurt a Man read by Mrs. I. C. Moser and Hedonist read by Mrs. Jess Garner, with current events discussed and tea served.
Hollywood actress Pauline Frederick has raised prize hens as a profitable hobby. She counts more than a thousand birds on her small ranch that began with a few blue ribbon Plymouth Rocks. The flock funds the ranch and she plans to exhibit them at eastern shows.
In Knoxville Tennessee observers feared a car fire as dense smoke streamed from J O Chamberlains vehicle. He explained the smoke came from burning sulfur used to kill a large rat inside the car.
A historical note credits France with inventing a method to produce plate glass in 1691, marking a landmark in glassmaking. The record highlights the era’s technical innovation and national contribution to industry.
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