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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1940
Page
5
Society items must reach the Journal-World before 11 30 o clock on the day of publication by writing or phoning in details to ensure timely inclusion.
Friday events include P E O Chapter AZ luncheon and bridge at Evans Hearth with Mrs R M Fitzpatrick, Chapter EA luncheon with Mrs Hovey Hanna and Mrs R A Schwegler, and Chapter CW with Mrs George Kirchhoff and Miss Ruth Kenney. Past Nobie Grands of the Rebekahs hold a Christmas party at Odd Fellows hall. Saturday features Pi Beta Phi Alumnae luncheon at Mrs F H Smithmeyer’s home, Y W C A advisory board tea at Henley House, Frances Mee dance at the Colonial, and more club gatherings with Mrs Arthur Peck and others.
An outstanding social weekend features the ROTC military ball from 9 to 12 in the Memorial Union ballroom with students and townspeople attending. Scabbard and Blade will host a pre-dance dinner in the Kansan room, while other clubs host teas and luncheons.
Chapters host Christmas party plans with chaperons listed and home decorations described. Royal Neighbors elect officers for next year and schedule a state convention in April at Emporia. Birth announcements include a son for the Seigles in Topeka and a daughter for the Hasell Institute couple. AKPsi pledges Bruce Johnson and John Cramer.
Lisle Eby made a business trip to Salina and Concordia yesterday accompanied by Carl Vetter. Mr and Mrs A F Carter recently married, guests of Mrs S D Bishop, leave this morning for their new home in Carlsbad New Mexico. Mrs Carter formerly Miss Patti Bishop of Beverly Hills. Cal graduated in 1938 from the University of Kansas.
Members of Kappa Alpha Theta are noted. Dr. C F Nelson heads to Belleville for a joint Republic and Cloud County medical society meeting tonight. Mrs. John G Scherer returns from New York visit with relatives. Mrs. F H Smithmeyer and family visit Joplin. Mr. Smithmeyer travels in Kansas City. Mrs. Joseph Littau from New York City visits her hometown parents. F W Schaffert and son plan a Sunday visit to Toneka with friends. Bus parade advisory urges riding to avoid traffic. Rapid Transit Co. notes.
Vintage style waste baskets feature metal and fiber construction with pastel antique finishes. Hand painted floral designs and scenic prints add decorative charm.
The listing describes mirrors available in frames and plate glass. It notes clear surfaces, various shapes and sizes, and higher prices for plate glass options.
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