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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1944

Page

6

W O T Hosts Current Events at Mrs Millis Meeting

Mrs H A Millis welcomed members for an afternoon of current events and floral autumn chrysanthemums. Guests, including Miss Mary Alexander and Mrss H M Armentrout Joseph D Cox and C F Tomlinson, enjoyed tea and urged clothing donations for Greek Relief at designated collection points.

Millis Mary Alexander I. Irving Paylor Mesdames H. M. Armentrout Joseph D. Cox Carter Eee C. M. Hauser W. C. Tdol W. C. Jones A. S. Parker R. K. Stewart C. F. Tomlinson

Local College Girls Elected To Who's Who

Misses Ann Cee Joe In am Helen Pierce Ava Neil Tay Dina Taylor were among High Point College seniors chosen for Who's Who among American Universities and Colleges 194-194 edition. Others include John Carter Talmadge Cole Nancy Isenhour Marguerite Koontz and Damaris Taussig. Selection rests on character leadership and future usefulness. a coveted campus honor.

Ann Cee Joe Inam Helen Pierce Ava Neil Tay Dina Taylor High Point College John Carter Yadkinville Talmadge Cole Asheboro Nancy Isenhour New London Marguerite Koontz Lexington Damaris Taussig Tuckahoe N. Y

Miss Jessie Frazier Weds Pierce Reeves In Washington

Miss Jessie C. Frazier and Chief Petty Officer Pierce E. Reeves married at Mount Vernon Methodist church in Washington with a double ring ceremony. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Frazier, wore an orchid dress. attendants included Isabel Edmunds of Lynchburg. Reeves is a Michigan State College graduate stationed at the Naval Research Laboratory. the couple plans a wedding trip to the Pocono mountains and will reside at 206 Elmira St. S.W. in Washington.

W. J. Frazier Montheu Avenue Washington, D. C Jessie C. Frazier Pierce E. Reeves Midland Mich Washington Navy Mount Vernon Methodist Church John W. Austin Isabel Edmunds Lynchburg Earl Frazier High Point N. C. State College James Fisher Aberdeen Proving Grounds Ralph Brook St. Louis Gardenias High Point High School Coker College Hartsville S. C The Welfare and Recreation Association O Inter-American Affairs City Pett Reeves Midland, Mich Michigan State College Naval Research Laboratory Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania Elmira Street S.W

Garden Clubs Plan Christmas Tea in High Point

The High Point Council of Garden Clubs met at the YWCA to set plans for a silver tea at the Adams Memorial building in early December. Mrs. J. F. Hayden presided. Members discussed supporting Tryon Palace restoration and funding the North Carolina Gardener. The council will staff downtown booths for the December War Loan Drive.

High Point Burlington Tryon Palace North Carolina Gardener State Garden Club Organization Garden Club Council Burbank V. D. Sale, Jr Garden Study Joe Walser, Jr

Local Women Hear Miss Judy At Winston-Salem Lunch

Miss Judy, field representative for the Community Chests and Councils, spoke on trends in Volunteer Offices and postwar volunteer opportunities. Guests included Miss Alice Caldwell and Mrs. Ruth Neve. luncheon at the Robert E. Lee Hotel.

Ruth Neve Alice Caldwell Winston-Salem Mary Judy July High Point C.D.V.O Atlanta National Organization Junior League of America Miss Judy Robert E. Lee Hotel Caldwell Neve United War Chest

Contract Bridge finesse saves slam in tough break

South, dealer, with North, both vulnerable, navigates a bad break after a three notrump bid. He missteps, contemplates a grand slam, but masterfully uses a trump and ruffs to build a slim path to success. East's accurate defense narrows the risk, yet careful timing secures a small slam in clubs and eventual control.

North South West East Declarer

Green Street Baptist class to meet Thursday night

The T E L class of Green Street Baptist will hold its monthly meeting at the church Thursday evening at 7 30 according to an announcement.

T.E.L Green Street Baptist

Rebekahs Plan Benefit Party in Goldsboro

The Magdalene Rebekah Lodge announces a bingo party Thursday at 7 30 pm with a quilt sale to raise funds for the Goldsboro home. Proceeds go to the lodge’s charity and the public is invited to attend.

Magdalene Rebekah Lodge Goldsboro Rebekahs

Local Pastor O J Jones Patient at Guilford Sanatorium

Reverend O J Jones of Madison and former pastor of Jamestown Methodist Church is listed as a patient at Guilford County Sanatorium undergoing treatment.

O. J. Jones Madison Jamestown Methodist Church Guilford County Sanatorium

Mothers Prayer Band Meet Tomorrow at Mrs Cheves Home

The Mothers Prayer Band will assemble Thursday afternoon at two o'clock at 631 Willowbrook Street. Mrs J Q Cheves hosts the meeting with Mrs C A Carson leading.

Mothers Prayer Band J. Q. Cheves Willowbrook Street C. A. Carson

Portis Couple Welcome Son Louis Cleo

Mr and Mrs John Allen Portis 1225 Redding Street announce the birth of a son Louis Cleo on November 6 at the Washington Street Unit of High Point Memorial Hospital. Elizabeth Devers aged 113 recalls Civil War era memories and jokes about eight marriages she outlived.

John Allen Portis Redding Street Louis Cleo Washington Street High Point Memorial Hospital Elizabeth Devers Georgia Gen. Sherman

Emma Blair PTA reviews education goals and festival plans

The Emma Blair Parent-Teacher Association met to discuss Education Week activities at the school. Dr. P. E. Lindley spoke on education's purpose, emphasizing efficiency and personal growth. Members reported a 436 strong drive with top prizes awarded. Fall Festival set for November 17 and banner honors noted.

Emma Blair P. E. Lindley High Point College Stanton Sherrod Margaret Gilmore Beeson Brame Mrs. McNeill Gladys N.clinard Barbara Dillon Nancy Bright Betty Floyd Richardson Wardell

Oak Hill PTA hears talk on improving schools for tomorrow

Mrs. J. B. Dobson president of the High Point Council of Parents and Teachers spoke to the Oak Hill Parent-Teacher Association on improving schools for tomorrow. She urged continuing education for returning service members, compulsory attendance, and well paid teachers with ample school funding.

J. B. Dobson High Point Council of Parents and Teachers Oak Hill Parent-Teacher Association

Ladies Bridge Winners Named At Emerywood Country Club

At Emerywood Country Club the North-South winners were Mesdames Hal Davis and J T Ryan with top duplicate scores. East-West high scorers were Mesdames C Beaver and R B Terry, and contract top pair were Mesdames Lovelace and Gamble. Runner-up pairs were Reid McNamara with Laurance Ingram and Farrell Gray with O C Durland. A luncheon followed hosted by Mrs Valette Harris.

Emerywood Country Club Hal Davis J. T. Ryan C. 5. Beaver R. B. Terry Eas West James B. Lovelace B. Gamble Mesdames Harold McKee J. S. Welborn J. W. Thompson Reid McNamara D. C. Durland Farrell Gray W. P. Hazelwood Valerie J. Harris C. T. Ingram F. T. Withite J. T. Weaver L. W. Flythe R. D. Tillson Laurance Ingram Beaver Charles Risch John S. Pickett Paul W. Casey James Roscoe P. Y. Adams W. E. Mitchell Morris Jo.s Jack Thomas Ed Mendenhall E. B. Gamble John Russell Charles Lucas Phillip Davis Valette J. Harris

Weekly Community Calendar Highlights Local Clubs and USO Events

The Wednesday through Sunday schedule lists the Woman's Club at the YWCA with speaker Mrs Best of Raleigh, a tea at Mrs Rothrock's home, Beta Pi Club at Mrs Cottam's, Tea and Topics at Mrs Clayton's, Emerywood Family Night Dinner, Friday Music Study Club Civil War program, Emerywood Duplicate Club, USO dance at the YMCA, and a Sunday buffet supper for service men at the YWCA with USO cooperation.

Woman's Club YWCA WW. T. Best Raleigh R. T. Cottam Parkway W. L. Jackson Forest Hill Drive Emerywood YMCA USO

School program features play and classes win attendance

Welling of the high school music faculty staged an entertaining program. Miss Canady's sixth graders presented the play And The Stars Heard. Afterward parents visited classrooms and Miss Hall's third grade led in attendance. In a separate note, only five percent of the Filipinos are employed in industry centered near Manila.

Welling Miss Canady Miss Hall Manila

Easy to sew pattern 4700 for girls sizes six to fourteen

This newspaper snippet promotes pattern 4700 praised as simple enough for a schoolgirl to sew. It lists sizes 6 8 10 12 and 14 and gives fabric yardages for 54 and 39 inch widths. It requests twenty cents in coins plus a self addressed envelope. It directs readers to The Enterprise Pattern Dept. at 234 West.

Joo Enterprise Pattern Dept West

Co-Operette Club Social at Mrs Garner Home

The Co-Operette Club gathered at 433 West Lexington Avenue yesterday with new member Mrs. K G Kennedy welcomed. President H D Minnis led business, planning another Afghan for Red Cross and a Christmas party at Mrs J S Hopkins home, plus a social hour after.

N. L. Garner Lexington Avenue Co-Operette Club K. G. Kennedy H. D. Minnis Red Cross Camp and Hospital Committee Julian S. Hopins J. 8S. Hopkins E. E. Younts L. H. Zimmereman

Anne Adams Fall and Winter Pattern Book Offer

Advertisement offers pattern book titled Anne Adams Fall and Winter with a list of sizes names and addresses requested. It promotes plain printing of size name address and style number and asks readers to send fifteen cents for the pattern book including a free pattern and muff bag printed on the page.

17Th St New York Anne Adams

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W.O.T H. A. Millis H. Albion Millis W.O.T. Club North Main Street Lydia Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkham Siuuno Elwood Hotel Tee Hie Ery Maurice Beauty Shopper Security Bank Transylvania Rome Miss Frazier Cpo Reeves Council of Garden Clubs Furbge Royale A Hass National Dairy Products Corporation UNF Joan Davis Jack Maley NBC Red Net Rebekahs Plan Benefit Party PTA Dr. Lindley PTA Council Carolyn Ballow Emile Serposs L. O. Watson E. M. Shipman Johnson Street School Parent-Teacher Association Bryand Sa Vaporus Eckerd’s de Mans Philippines Islands Bean's Shoe Shop South Main Street Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co Milwaukee Samuel Hyman, Jeweler Samuel Hyman Gillon London Christopher Wren Wren Enove Oxford University 2. Paul's Cathedral Charles I Lok England Christopher Eveland Southern Souther
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