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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1937

Page

14

Raleigh Bride Honored With Bridge Party Here

Mrs. Glenn Smith hosted a Friday bridge party at 1315 Greenway Drive to honor her Raleigh guest Mrs. J B E Davis Jr formerly Rebecca Kearns of High Point. Five tables played in a spring floral setting with Miss Mary Idol winning high and Mrs. S L Calvert Jr second. Crystal and monogrammed towels plus festive refreshments completed the afternoon for guests and honorees.

Glenn Smith Greenway Drive J. BE. B. Davis, Jr Raleigh Davis Rebecca Kearns High Point Ome Mary Reid Ido 8. L. Calvert, Jr Crystal J. E. B. Davis, Jr

Junior Music Clubs Elimination Contest in North Carolina

About 200 young musicians from the North Carolina Junior Federation Music Clubs gather in Winston-Salem March 20 for Piedmont District elimination contests at Reynolds Auditorium. Winners advance to Greensboro April 8 then to Atlanta for Southeast and Indianapolis national events. District chairman is Mrs. Co W Key. clubs from six cities are listed with counselors and sponsors.

North Carolina Greensboro College Greensboro Atlanta United States Indianapolis Ind Co. W. Key of Mebane Piedmont District High Point Mozart Music Samuel Hyman Sidney Gayle Robert Bain Etude Mae Kirkman Winston - Salem Dorming Studio Audrey LeGrand Beatey Maybelle Beatey Gladys W. Spivey E. M. Sp J. Norman Wills MacDowell Clyde Kearns Graham C. F. Heath Reidsville Orpheus Music Club P. D. Rudd

Bobby Joe Alexander Celebrates Sixth Birthday

Mrs J T Alexander hosted a Thursday birthday party at her Farlow street home for her son Bobby Joe Alexander turning six. Miss Elaine Kirkman led games while pink and green decorations framed a centerpiece birthday cake with pink roses and green candles.

Nellie Smart Weds Joseph Joyce In Archdale Home

Mrs. Frank Allen announces the marriage of her foster daughter Nellie Smart to Mr. Joseph Joyce. The vows were spoken by Pastor Clara Cox at the Allen home at 6 15 oclock Saturday evening. The couple will visit relatives in South Carolina before residing with Mrs. Allen. Joyce is in business in Archdale.

Frank Allen Archdale Road Nellie Smart Joseph Joyce Clara Cox Springfield Church Allen Home Joyce South Carolina Allen Archdale

Graduate Nurses To Meet On Wednesday

The High Point Graduate Nurses club will hold its regular meeting Wednesday afternoon from three to four o clock at the Brentwood school. All members are urged to be present at this meeting.

High Point Graduate Nurses Club Brentwood School

Local residents report hospital recoveries and visits

Mrs. Lillie Causey improves after surgery at Guilford General Hospital and may receive visitors. Relatives, including Mrs. B. D. Hutchens and L. D. Corns, traveled to comfort Mrs. S. J. Corns near Stuart Virginia, who is critically ill. Several guests arrive for weekend at Flora MacDonald College event.

Lillie Causey Thissell Street Guilford General Hospital

Miss Betty to Abeis Initiated Into Duke Sorority This Week

Durham March 6 Sigma Delta chapter of Kappa Delta concluded its silver jubilee by hosting alumni from across the state. Charter members attended as guests and pledges were initiated including Betty Jo Abels of High Point and several others from North Carolina and nearby states.

Durham Sigma Delta Kappa Delta Sorority Ite Kappa Delta National Organization Betty Jo Abels High Point Evelyn Marianna Nicholson Statesville Sueculo Burgess Summitt, N. J Nancy Laprade

Service League Announces Tuesday Meeting At Emerywood

The Junior Service League holds its annual meeting Tuesday at Emerywood Country Club with a 9:00 board session and a 9:45 active members call meeting before the 10:00 regular session. President Mia Forrest Murray will preside.

Junior Service League Emerywood Country Club Mia Forrest Murray

Mrs C M Hoover Hosts Thomasville UDC Meeting

Mrs Charles M Hoover graciously hosted the March meeting of the Brierfield chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy at her Sal em street home. Mrs James B E Lambeth presided and devotional led by Mrs J A Palmer focused on Lee s Christian Life.

Thomasville Charles M. Hoover Brierfield United Daughters of the Confederacy Salem Street James BE. Lambeth J. A. Palmer Lee Lambeth Charles M. Carpenter R. B. Carpenter Mesdames Palmer Minnie Atkins-Edwards F. I. Alexander C. L. Harris J. R Blair John R. Myers R. L. Welch Luther Conrad A. J. Heilig Mise Beulah File

Mrs Lyles Hosts Thursday Bridge Club at Salem Street

Mrs George W Lyles entertained the Thursday bridge club Friday afternoon at her Salem street home. Two tables played in the living room with high score a jelly jar won by Mrs Walter Rapp and second prize a tray cover to Mrs Carson Cox. Mrs Robert Jones received a handkerchief as a recent bride gift. A three course repast followed in the dining room with a centerpiece of mixed flowers. The St Patrick theme was carried out and guests included Mrs Cox Mrs Hawthorne Mrs Rapp Mr Rapp Charles Phillips Robert Jones John Myers and Miss Mamie Harris.

George W. Lyles Thursday Salem Street Walter Rapp Carson Cox Robert Jones Lyles St. Patrick

Miss Mary Buchanan Visits East Main Street Guests

Miss Mary Buchanan of High Point is spending the weekend here as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Mock on East Main Street.

Mary Buchanan High Point Bill Mock East Main Street

March PTA Meeting at Main Street School

The Main Street school Parent-Teacher Association held its March meeting at the school to discuss upcoming events and activities. Members planned fundraisers and classroom programs while noting volunteer needs.

The Main Street School Parent- Teacher Association

Legion Auxiliary Meeting Held At Murphy Home

The American Legion Auxiliary met at Mrs. R. P. Murphy's home with Miss Mamie Harris presiding. Fifteen members attended as Miss Harris urged attendance at the Salisbury officers meeting March 21 22 with national officers present. Clyde Tesh spoke briefly and little Ann Murphy gave a recitation before refreshments.

American Legion Auxiliary R. P. Murphy Mamie Harris C. M. Tomlinson Miss Harris Salisbury Clyde Tesh The Legion Little Ann Murphy

Y W A Meeting At First Baptist Welcomes New Members

The Y W A of First Baptist Church met with Miss Ruby Connell on Montleu avenue. Miss Gladys Williams led the program on The Land of Guitars and Romance. Assistants included Mrs. Joe Lassiter Mrs. Hal He Ritchie Miss Nell Bray and Frankie Harrelson. New members welcomed were Miss Doris Clemmons Miss Bernice Gregg Miss Rachel Bruton and Mrs. Lois Pierce.

The First Baptist Church Ruby Connell Montleu Avenue Gladys Williams Joe Lassiter Hal He Ritchie Nell Bray Frankie Harrelson Doris Clemmons Bernice Gregg Rachel Bruton Lois Pierce

Parent Teacher Association Meet At Ada Blair School

The Ada Blair school PTA met March 4 in the school auditorium with President Mrs. F L Hedrick presiding. Rev Hoy L Fesperman spoke on The Family. Miss Vera Smith and Mr Vance Smith sang. Pauline Hicks's second grade won the attendance banner. The fourth child study group will be held with this meeting.

Parent-Teacher Association Ada Blair School F. L. Hedrick Hoy L. Fesperman First Evangelical and Reformed Church Carl Kreerns Vera Smith Vance Smith Pauline Hick

Dr L R Zimmerman Addresses Oak View PTA

Dr L R Zimmerman spoke at Oak View Parent Teacher Association about health focusing on child dental care. He urged regular dentist exams, proper diet, gum exercise, and daily brushing. New officers were elected for next year with C T Yarber president and E C Blair treasurer.

Oak View Parent-Teacher Association Vernie Sue Williams A. L. Falk L. R. Zimmerman Betty Jackie Conrad Frank Thacker C. T. Yarber Guy Conrad Blanche Owen Daisy Osborne EB. C. Blair I. L. Siske Sr

Geddie to Speak at Joint P T Meeting Here

Dr. Kenneth B. Geddie will discuss Venereal Diseases at a joint Ray Street and Elm Street Parent Teacher Association meeting. The event Tuesday at seven oclock in the Ray Street auditorium features music by Mrs. Harry Brockmann Norman Fidler and Dan Smith. Adults only. non patrons welcome.

Kenneth B. Geddie Ray and Elm Street Ray Street Muasic Harry Brockmann Norman Fidler Dan Smith

Brentwood Group To Meet Tuesday

The Brentwood Parent-Teacher Association executive board and all grade representatives will meet in the Brentwood School Library Tuesday afternoon at 8 oclock. Mrs J S Forward urges full attendance. Oak View Child Study Group Meets Tuesday Evening at 8 in the school auditorium. The subject is Wise Use Of Leisure Time by Mr H M Hendricks.

The Brentwood Parent-Teacher Association Brentwood Mra. J Forward Oak View H. M. Hendricks

Mrs. Ralph Snyder Hosts Bridge Party for Mrs. Davis

Mrs. Ralph Snyder of 1315 Greenwood Drive entertained at a bridge party in honor of Raleigh bride Mrs. J. E. B. Davis Jr. After bridge, pink rose ice cream molds and white rose decorated cakes were served. Mrs. Davis received a silver server. high score went to Mrs. Glenn Smith, who also won a blue Wedgewood ash tray as the draw prize. Guests included Mesdames J. E. Davis Jr W F Freeman Charles Risch Glenn Smith D A Raleigh Peyton Moffitt Curtis Smithfield.

Ralph Snyder Greenwood Drive J. E. B. Davis, Jr Raleigh Davis, S Jr Congress Glenn Smith Mesdames J. E. Davis, Jr W. F. Freeman Charles Risch D. A. Raleigh Peyton Moffitt Curtis Smithfield

Rook Club Feted At Randleman Spring Party

Miss Mary Swaim entertained Rook Club members at her Main Street home in Randleman. Pussy willows and amarillas created a spring setting for three tables of rock. High score prize went to Mrs. John Council and guest prize to Miss Maud Fox.

Joe Newlin J. C. Fox E. Bunting N. N. Newlin John Fox J. T. Council Milliard Allred Epsie Woolen Rosa Belle Woolen Claud Fox Maud Maud Fox

Foxes Attend Coltrane Funeral at Center Church

Mr and Mrs John Fox attended the funeral of Mr David Eugene Coltrane at Center church on Tuesday afternoon. Mr Wayne Huddleson of Hermon Tenn is visiting his sister Mrs Mode Abstain.

John Fox David Eugene Coltrane Center Church Mr. Wayne Huddleson Hermon, Tenn Mrs. Mode

Birthday party honors Barbara Anne Snider at home

Barbara Anne Snider celebrated her fourth birthday Wednesday at her parents Mr and Mrs Wavely Snider home. Ten children attended the party and played games. After contests the group gathered for cake and gifts.

Barbara Anne Snider Wavely Snider Littl

Old Maids Convention Set in Worthville School

An Old Maids convention will be held Saturday night March 6 at 8 o clock in the Worthville school auditorium. It is sponsored by the Elvado Philathea class of the Methodist Protestant church and promises much fun. Bring the family. Mr and Mrs Fred Richardson spent the weekend in Worthville visiting Mr and Mrs Doom Dennis.

Worthville Elvado Philathea Methodist Protestant Church Mrs Fred Richardson Doom Dennis

Worthville Trio Guests With Miss Maseal Swaim

Miss Dorothy Julian, Ruby Alice Julian and Jessie Dennis of Worthville spent Sunday with Miss Maseal Swaim.

Dorothy Julian Ruby Alice Julian Jessie Dennis Worthville Maseal Swaim

Eastern Stars Will Elect New Officers

The High Point chapter number 106 Order of the Eastern Star will hold its regular meeting Tuesday evening at the Masonic Temple on North Main Street. The feature of the business session will be the election of new officers and every member is urged to attend.

High Point Order of the Weastern Star Masonic Temple North Main Street

Fashion Show by Wesley Memorial Circle Tuesday at 3:30

Wesley Memorial Circle four hosts a fashion show at the Sheraton ballroom Tuesday at 3 30 pm featuring spring styles modeled by local women and children. Four merchants back the event with music by local musicians. Proceeds support the circle charity fund. Co chairs include Mrs Geddie Strickland and Mrs I T Mann with other volunteers listed.

Circle Four Wesley Memorial Church Sheraton Hotel Jane Hess Weaver Gilbert Clinard Jake Froelick R. T Geddie Strickland I. T. Mann Oscar Kearns C. Layton Edith Moore Sherrod

Y W C A Board Sets Thursday Meeting At Hut

The Board of Directors of the Young Women's Christian Association will gather Thursday evening at 7 30 for the regular March meeting. Executive secretary Miss Nelle Ansley announced the plan yesterday.

Young Women’s Christian Association Nelle Ansley

Mrs J H Womble To Entertain Household Arts Club

Mrs J H Womble will entertain members of the Household Arts club at the bi weekly meeting on Thursday afternoon March 11 at two thirty oclock. The gathering will be hosted by Mrs Earl Womble at Arbordale drive.

J. H. Womble Household Arta Club Earl Womble Arbordale Drive

Orphanage Conference Set For Tri-State Workers

Winston-Salem hosts the annual Tri-state Conference of Orphanage Workers April 2022 with delegates from the Carolinas and Georgia.

Winston-Salem Methodist Children’s Home Carolinas Georgia

Brentwood P T A Plans March Meeting

The Brentwood P T A will hold its March meeting at the school Thursday night at 7 30. Grade representatives will present a program on character education through social studies and other activities in the regular school program. A brief business meeting will be led by president Mrs J S Forward and all patrons are invited.

Brentwood Parent-Teacher Association J. S. Forward

Village Excursions Spread Across Samoan Isles

In the Samoan islands whole villages frequently depart on long excursion visits to neighboring islands up to 60 miles away. The trips commonly extend for about six months.

France Recognizes United States in 1778 Treaty Moment

France became the first nation to acknowledge the United States as an independent nation on February 6, 1778, marking a pivotal diplomatic milestone and alliance between Paris and Philadelphia.

France United States of America

Mrs. Kelly Honors Daughter Berta Lou Birthday Party

Mrs J Kelly hosted a birthday party at her home for her daughter Berta Lou Kelly marking her eighth birthday. Faye Barges and Frank Hearn won games and contests as guests enjoyed refreshments and received gifts. ANNOUNCE BIRTH OF A DAUGHTER Julia Hstelle Adams born March 6 at 216 Mangum Avenue to Mr and Mrs BE Adams.

Berta Lou Kelly J. ©. Kelly Faye Barges Frank Hearn Little Wee BE. H. Adams Julia Hstelle Mangum Avenue

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