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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1924
Page
3
Miss Katherine Jane Kennedy wed Rob ert Glenn Dickson at 11 30 this morning in a living room ceremony officiated by Rev A J Randles. The couple plans a ten day motor trip before settling in McDonald Pennsylvania.
About 250 members of the Reformed Presbyterian church and Sunday school attended the annual picnic at the New Castle Fairgrounds. Children’s races games and entertainments filled the afternoon until six with a picnic dinner served. Mrs. R. I. Orr chaired the event and John Riley Jr directed the sports.
Members of the Young Ladies Missionary Society of the Reformed Presbyterian church enjoyed a Japanese tea party at Miss Betty Gray’s Tay lor street home. Games music and papers on Japanese customs preceded dainty refreshments and decorative elements with fans lanterns carnations and chrysanthemums. Guests included Mrs. Charles Hollis Mrs. Roy Patterson and several Misses from the society with Margaret Graham and Thelma White as special guests. The next meeting is at Mrs. Roy Patterson’s John street home.
Miss Margaret Wiggins prepares to return home to Pittsburgh after a long stay with relatives. The King Herald Girls of First Methodist Episcopal church hosted a farewell gathering on Friday with seventeen guests including Jane Rex of Pittsburgh Betty Kile and Evelyn Gerald of Akron. A bank offering benefited the Girls School at Rangoon Burma.
Mrs Philip Levine and her daughter Joldie of Winter Avenue have returned from Pittsburgh after attending the wedding of Miss Frieda Azen and Frank Jaffie held Thursday evening at six o'clock.
Those wanting scalp care or to replenish Scalp Pack stock must act within the coming week before Mrs. E. C. Shurlock Hair Shoppe closes until September 1 Local 11.
About 103 members and guests attended an open meeting and entertainment of the Service Star Legion in the city building. The program featured color-bearing by five points of the star and cross, performances by the Campbell sisters, Gladys Hollis, Thelma Greer, Helen Allen, and a playlet titled The Tooneville Sewing Society. An informal social period followed with refreshments.
Mrs Laura Russell hosted a 1 pm luncheon for the Y M W class of Wesley M E church at her English avenue home. Ten guests were seated with a gas colored flower basket as center. Officers elected: President Edward Foster, vice president Ted Palmer, secretary Ray Shaffer, treasurer Clyde Emery, Bible study Morgan Shumway, reporter John Wylie, social committee Marie Wheale Laura Russell and Charles Byers. Morgan Shumway received a plant for her prior year service. A basket picnic is planned for July 11 at Roy Shaffer’s home in Covert Station.
Mr. and Mrs. William Selby, married last Saturday, returned from New York and reside at 505 Bell Avenue. Mrs. J. C. Biggs hosted a surprise shower for the couple with 35 guests, music, games, a floor lamp as a gift, and provisions in pink and white.
Mrs Edwin Stevens and Mr and Mrs Basil Stevens of New York City, well known locally, were among prominent attendees noted in the social column.
The wedding of Miss Eleanor Margaret Green daughter of the late Dr and Mrs James O Green and H R H Prince Viggo Christian Adolph George of Denmark took place Tuesday afternoon at Calvary Presbyterian church. Miss Emily Stevens daughter of Mrs Edwin Stevens of Castle Point Hoboken served as brides attendant.
David Thompson hosted a Pulaski district Young People’s council Jinx party at his home near New Wilmington. One hundred and ten guests attended with county officers and guests including John Turner Russell McClelland Earl Dufford Katherine Brothers Letitia Brown Norman Mortensen Agnes Howell and Ruth Sample. The program featured New Bedford orchestra selections violin solo Isabel Wallace vocal solo Daniel Thompson quartet numbers C L Carlisle E F Munn Cecil and Russell Bailey humorous acts. An informal social period followed with refreshments and the evening closed with the friendship circle. The committee in charge was Martha Dixon C L Carlisle and Pauline Heasley.
Miss Frances Sweet celebrated her thirteenth birthday at home on Warren avenue Friday evening. She hosted a set of school friends with games music and dancing. Carnations decorated the party with pink and white menu colors. Assistants were Mrs. J Ss Sweet and Miss Verdetta Sweet. Gifts were plentiful. Attendees included Lucille Covert Laura Glover Vivian Martin Alice Newdorfer Delores Eckles Virginia McKee Martha McKee Gwendolyn Williams Robert McKee Donald Mines Billy McKee Donald Baker and Bobby McKee.
Courtesy to Mrs. H. H. Tesmer of Pittsburgh visitors organized a dinner party Friday evening at the Colonial Hotel. An elaborate menu was served at 7 o'clock with a spring floral table decor. After dinner, guests enjoyed amusements at Cascade Park.
Mrs Albert Walker hosted the 1923 Cosy Club gathering at Smithfield street on Friday evening with Miss Helen Kimmel as guest. Mrs Arthur Barnsley helped serve refreshments. Husbands planned to attend a moonlight supper at the park on Friday evening July 11.
Mrs. David Benney of East Reynolds street hosted a Friday gathering of F. M. N. Club members. Guests enjoyed sewing and music, with refreshments served by Mrs. Charles Henry and Mrs. Earl Hiler. A tureen dinner is planned for Tuesday June 17 at the Park, with Mrs. Evan Lewis to host in two weeks.
Miss Margaret Wright of Winter Avenue will travel Sunday to Ligonier Pennsylvania to attend the wedding of Miss Betty Hamill and Edward McDowell scheduled for Wednesday at high noon.
Mrs T J Hamilton and her daughter Lauramae of Phoenix Arizona are visiting Miss Laura Marquis on Wallace Avenue and Mrs Charles Greer on North Jefferson Street during a local social visit.
Employees of R T Withers Sons Co and friends held a surprise party for Mr and Mrs Frank Crabb of Moose Jaw at 905 North Mercer Street. The event featured music cards and dancing with gifts including an aluminum shower and silverware. Lunch served by Mrs Ellison and assistants.
Temple Club officers hosted a party at F. M. Houk's home on Friday evening to celebrate his birthday anniversary. Thirty five attendees were present including Miss Gladys Bowen from Monongahela. Mrs Houk served refreshments with help from Mrs McMillin and Mrs J Staley.
Breakfast gathering at 8 30 Friday hosted by Mrs J R Cooper on Englewood Avenue included members and guests Mrs Reed Jamestown N Y Mrs Powell West Middlesex and Mrs McKee. Officers elected President Mrs George Eckles Vice President Mrs Frank Fischer Secretary Mrs Wilson Eckles Treasurer Mrs W P Felch. Next meeting set for four weeks when Mrs Harry Urmson on Berger Place will entertain.
Miss Florence Levine, bride-elect, was honored at a miscellaneous shower hosted by Miss Hilda Grossman on South Jefferson Street. Prizes went to Miss Reba Frank and Miss Esther Levine. Miss Levine set June 26 for her marriage to Leonard Groden. refreshments in pink and white followed, served by Miss Yetta Rosenblum.
Rev. and Mrs. W. T. McConnell of Boyden Iowa conclude a visit with daughter Mrs. Ww. J. Mitchell Wildwood avenue. They attend grandson Dale Mitchell’s Westminster College graduation. Dr. McConnell, a Westminster alumnus for 53 years, enjoys returning to his alma mater. Mrs. Mitchell will join her parents in Pittsburgh soon then return to Iowa.
Leo J Miller of Monroe street will receive a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering at De Paul University's commencement on Wednesday evening June 18 He is a 1921 graduate of the local high school Mr and Mrs Fred Miller Dorothy and Fred Jr left this morning to attend the ceremony.
Magnolia Temple No 17 has postponed its annual sermon from Sunday June 15 to a later date to be announced.
Mrs R T Mitchell of New Wilmington road entertained a group of friends in a social gathering at her home. Hostess served refreshments and guests enjoyed conversation in a cordial setting.
Mrs O H Mitchell of State College and Mrs J C Moore were special guests at a Kensington Friday gathering. Social chat and Kensington activities filled the afternoon, with lunch served by Miss Mary McBride and Miss Betty Mitchell. Mrs George Moser of New Wilmington Road will host in two weeks.
Members of the Buter Girls club were entertained at a tureen luncheon hosted by Mrs C L Sipe on Warren avenue. Garden flowers graced the centerpiece with assistance from Mrs Charles Morgan. Kensington and music followed after lunch. A park picnic was planned for two weeks hence.
Mrs. Marie Scungio hosted fifty two youngsters on Friday afternoon in East Sutton street to celebrate Filomena Scungio's sixth birthday. Games music and refreshments followed with help from Miss Mellie Scungio Mrs. Maciarielli and Mrs. J. W. Barnes. A large birthday cake topped the table.
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Michael of Scott street entertained the A. I. U. in their home on Thursday evening. Baskets of cut flowers adorned the rooms. Cards and music provided entertainment, with refreshments served by Mrs. Edna Sutton, Miss Gladys McCann, Miss Ella McCann, and Mrs. O'Brien.
Members of the F. L. C. club will be guests of Mrs. Anna Glover for a breakfast Tuesday morning at the park, moving from the usual Monday evening meeting.
The Federation of Women's Club holds its regular meeting Tuesday at 2 o'clock in the YWCA parlors with members advised to attend.
Mrs. J. C. Martin of Arlington Avenue will host the L. A. B. Club members Monday evening.
Personal mentions Budd F Langdon of Mercer visits Friday. Mr and Mrs R M Thompson of East Washington street spend Friday in Pittsburgh. R L Turner of 510 West Washington street leaves tonight for Chicago for a visit. Mr and Mrs James H Stone of Blackwood apartments spend the weekend at Niagara Falls. Miss Lillian Swanson of 516 Galbreath avenue leaves June 16 for Seattle where she will spend the summer and return via the Canadian Rockies.
The June gathering of the Mothers Circle at the First Methodist Episcopal Church was held Friday afternoon at Mrs. H. A. Ellis home on North Jefferson. Twenty six members and three guests attended. refreshments were served by four hostesses. Florence Ellis and Charlotte Bartlett provided piano solos. Plans were made for a tureen dinner on Friday June 27 at Mrs. J. E. Davis’s home.
Section B of the Y. S. B. C. met Thursday evening at Mrs Criswell's Randolph Street home for social chat and needlework. They planned a tree reunion dinner at Cascade Park Tuesday. In two weeks the next meeting will be at Mrs. Moore's Beckford Street home.
Section A of the Y. S. B. C. met Thursday at Beckford Street residence of Mrs. Williams with twelve guests. Mrs. Langlands led devotionals and after business a social program followed. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess with Mrs. Arthur Minnick assisting. In two weeks the group will meet with Mrs. J. A. Cox on Beckford Street.
Rachel Rebecca Lodge No 40 degree team will meet Tuesday evening at 7 30 o clock at the home of Mrs Gehrken 1041 Beckford Street.
Mrs L C Huston elected president of United Workers Bible class at First Baptist Sunday School with H E Martin as teacher. Other officers named include Mrs R H Huffman, Mrs D R Klingensmith, Vera Williams, W C McCalmont, Mrs John McIntosh. Picnic plans at Cascade Park. Triangle Missionary Society at Central Christian Church elected officers led by Margaret Cowmeadow with Irene Parks and Shirley Holbrook. Jubilee offering planned and a picnic at Miss Helen Hackett’s home. Mrs Anna Kildoo leads society with Miss Anna Phelps assisting.
Misses Elsie and Jean Brandon of South Bay street entertained the G. F. G. class of the Third United Presbyterian church in their home Friday evening. Fifteen guests attended. after a brief business meeting a social period followed and lunch was served by the hostess with help from Miss Angle Colnot.
Work progresses on a vast harbor facility in Calcutta involving a total excavation of 40 million cubic feet. The project aims to create the largest dock in the world, signaling a significant expansion of port capacity and maritime infrastructure.
Dr. McBride from the Anti Saloon League will discuss prohibition and law enforcement Sunday evening June 15 at 7 45 in the Reformed Presbyterian church. The event marks Anti Saloon League day with McBride among its leading workers. Rev E A Crooks will report on the Synod meeting at Winona Lake at 11 o clock Sunday morning.
Owen Fox the Scout Commissioner praised Volant Boy Scout Troop in Lawrence County Council after sixteen scouts passed tenderfoot tests at a Volant meeting. Plans were laid for several outings and attendance was strong.
Tonight is the last chance to see Scaramouche starring Ramon Navarro Alice Terry and Lewis Stone at the Penn Theatre after a week long run. The film claims to be among the greatest and features notable Plastigrams and settings.
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