McCormack Encore Delights Audiences Amid Social Belles
John McCormack and accompanist Eawin Schneider inspire a brief stay with a concert that drew praise for artistry and crowd rapport. Social events followed the performance with teas, dinners, and receptions hosted by Mrs. Keith Logan Bullitt, Mr. and Mrs. Frederic Struve, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McCormack
McCormack
John
Thore
Eawin Schneider
Keith Logan Bullitt
Frederic Struve
Prolific social announcements include weddings and births
Betty Brainerd notes the birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Ben IL Moore. Engagements include Annie Theodora Cole to Jane Laurence Ham of Kent with a June wedding planned. Marie Erwin of Hollywood to August Clark Kristoferson of Seattle announced with June 28 wedding at Mrs Goodpasture’s home amid family attendance. Also reported are birth of a daughter May 21 to Mr and Mrs Clarence Gill Thomas and a number of club and social event notices including a Venezia Valley themed Lotus Club party May 31 at the Shrine auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthew Cole
Annie Theodora
Jane Laurence Ham
Kent
Seattle
East
Los Angeles
Nashville
Tenn
Hollywood
Marie Erwin
August Clark Kristoferson
Alexander Rogers Erwin
South
Clarence Gill Thomas
Gladys Cox
Dr Walter Moore Heads to New York for Month Abroad
Personal note states Dr Walter Moore left Saturday for a month long trip to New York. During his absence Mrs Moore and the small baby will live at Sainta Rent Me. Mrs John Ryan and three children plan to move to Hertford on Lake Washington this Saturday for the summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Moore
New York
Mrs. Moore
Emall Baby
Sainta
John Ryan
Hertford
Lake Washington
James B. Shailenberger
MR. A. Ballinger
Washington, D. C
Jean and Polly Find Peace After War Turmoil
Jean Thiebaut and his dog Polly, born in a war torn land, have found safety in calm times. Jean, now 23, recalls his father killed in battle and his mother lost to a bomb in Rheims. Polly, a Red Cross dog, is cared for at a Galveston home as Dr. Heard promotes women’s hospitals abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Thiebaut
Poily
Jean
Rheims
Chalone
Red Cross
Dear Minx Grey Advice Column From World War II Era
A reader asks which fiancé to choose between a younger man at home and a veteran in France. Another asks which continent holds the world's highest and lowest points. A census note compares male female ratios. A final letter describes a troubled marriage and counsel to wait for maturity before marrying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Grey
France
Minx Grey
C. Oo. M
Asia
Mount Everest
India
Dead Sea
Palestine
Mamma’s Wishes and a Wife’s Infidelity Court Tale
A man recalls a marriage begun under his mother in law’s influence and a wife’s infidelity. After years of misery he ends the affair, later winning her back, only to be haunted by betrayal. The ad mentions Boldt's French Party locations in Uptown and Downtown addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamma
Delaty
Stomach Pains and Dizziness Corrected by Pink Pills
Mr Frank Willett of Topeka Kansas describes severe stomach pain dizziness and fatigue that improved after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. He reports restored appetite better color and no more cold extremities following treatment. Pills sold by druggists or Dr Williams Medicine Co and a free booklet offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Willett
Harrison Street
Topeka
Kansas
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Miss Theodora Cole Bride To Be In Kitchen Shower
A kitchen shower was held Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Gallinger on 4419 44th Ave in honor of Miss Theodora Cole who is to marry in June. An informal hop followed at Washington Pi Tau Upsilon. The patronesses were Mrs. Margaret Richey and Miss May Philips. The Society of Composers announces its final concert Friday June 13 in the Seattle Fine Arts rooms featuring Katherine Glen Mrs Lane Sammers Mr Walter G Reynolds Silvio Risegari and artist Romeyn Jansen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Haight
Agnes Inglis
Miss Starr
Helen Starr
Queen Anne Hill
Georgia Lear
Randolph Peary Scudder
George B. Lear
W. H. Haineworth
Hawley Laffitte
William Hainsworth, Jr
Theodora Cole
Gallinger
44Th Ave
Washington Pi Tau Upsilon Fraternity
New Washington Hotel
Margaret Richey
May Philips
Society of Composers
Seattle Fine Arts Society
Katherine Glen
Lane Sammers
Walter G. Reynolds
Silvio Risegari
Romeyn Jansen
Violinist Miss Eleanor Mehmert At White Elephant Shop
Miss Eleanor Mehmert a pretty and talented violinist will be heard in selections at the White Elephant Shop Wednesday noon. She will be accompanied by her mother Mrs H A Mehmert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Elephant Shop
Eleanor Mehmert
H. A. Mehmert
Transports Arrive Today Include Prinz Frederick Wilhelm
Transports due in today include the Prinz Frederick Wilhelm with 242nd field artillery 342nd machine gun battalion and 14th field signal battalion of the 89th division. Europa carries the 309th machine gun battalion 78th division and the first army headquarters troop.Roma debarks 505th engineer service battalion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prinz Frederick Wilhelm
Europa
Roma
Government Whisky Spilled Into Seattle Sewer
Federal Judge B. Cushman ordered the disposal of 250 quarts of liquor seized from shipments from Japan and the East. Market value of the booze was about $7,000 as it flowed into the Seattle sewer Monday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cushman
Seattle
Japan
Ballard Veteran Elmer Smith Receives Discharge at Camp Lewis
Elmer Smith of Ballard, formerly with hospital unit No. 50 in France, was discharged from service at Camp Lewis recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Smith
Ballard
France
Camp Lewis
Lessons of Marriage and the Sum Is Love and Sacrifice
A narrator recalls a strained marriage with Bob after a war injury. She reflects on female endurance, domestic compromise, and the need to sacrifice her own will to restore happiness at home. The piece ends with a promise of continued reflection.
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Bob
Wednesday club notices and events in Seattle area
Acacia Club of the YWCA meets at 1 o clock for current events and Bible study with an executive board meeting. Women of Mooseheart Legion gather at 2 p.m. at Moone Temple. East Union Club meets at Mrs J Clark home 2311 KB Twenty third Ave at 1 o clock. Wisconsin Goldenrod Club hosts lunch at 12 30 with Mrs Challis 5665 11th Ave N E. May Day Fair at 2 in First Presbyterian church Sunday school room with musical program hosts and officers. Woodcraft Totem Club boards party at Wing's Cafeteria 8 30 p.m. Mrs Elizabeth Bagley and Mrs Sarah Marquet in charge. Lorraine Social Club meets at Mrs Catherine Lohndorf 211 24th Ave at 2 p.m. All Eastern Stars invited take Yester way car. Kappa Alpha Theta Seattle alumnae luncheon 12 30 and business meeting at Mia St H Evans 1305 EB 63rd. Seattle Day Nursery officers elected at 10 30 a.m. Erickson Room YWCA. Ballard Ladies Aid meets at 2 30 at Mrs A McMillan 2041 W 64th Ave with Mrs G Granger assisting at 1 p.m. Kensington Club at Mrs Edward Clarke 2023 Bolyston Ave N at 1. AU W W entertains with Peg O My Heart program Wednesday night benefiting Seattle Lodge No 7 Degree of Honor Ad U W. Louise Jeanette Studley to perform with figure drill before curtain at Unitarian Church. Program includes baritone solo readings solos and a mid program play. Committee led by Mrs Thomas Cranney. Altruistic Club notes Revenge is the doubtful pleasure of a weak mind.
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AO. UU. W
Peg O' My Heart
Louise Jeanette Studley
Seattle Lodge
No. 7
Unitarian Church
Thomas Ferguson
Tiz-A Joy For Sore Tired Feet Foot Remedy Ad
A vintage ad promotes Tiz for aching burned puffed feet and corns. It claims quick relief drawing out poison exudations, fitting smaller shoes, and lasting comfort with a 20 cent box and money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eatonic
Beatonic
Dear Miss Grey and the Lovers Dilemma
The writer discusses love versus practicality, defending love over pure material motives and urging marriage for love while recounting a personal tale of marrying for family approval and later losing a passionate relationship. The letter also includes a reply to a reader calling herself Merle and a Tama woman’s tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Grey
Merle
Tama
Cal-o-cide Promises Quick Relief for Sweaty Feet
An old advertisement touts Cal-o-cide as a remedy for excessive foot perspiration and related foot problems. It claims quick, significant results, noting soldiers and millions used it over ten years. Each 25 cent package allegedly relieves tenderness and removes corns with included plasters.
Beauty Hint for Hair Care and Frugal Shampoo Use
A vintage advertisement promotes a cheap shampoo mix using Canthrax dissolved in hot water to create a full cup of cleansing liquid. It claims easy application to all hair, dissolves impurities, soothes the scalp, and removes dandruff while leaving hair with luster and softness.
Dear Mies Grey: Advice on marriage and truth
A father writes to Merle about choosing marriage over parental pressure. He urges honest talk with her mother, lovelust, and warns that marrying without love leads to misery, possible divorce, and lasting scars. He argues a true partner will accept her feelings and adjust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies Grey
Merle
Mamma
Miss Grey
Acid Stomach Disease Causes Widespread Suffering
A vivid warning describes acid stomach as the unseen culprit behind indigestion tiredness and tooth enamel decay. It claims nine of ten cases arise from acid stomach and links it to poor digestion souring bowels weakened blood and systemic poisoning.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mrs. Merrill
Joshua Green
R. D. Merrill
W. B. Perkins
Women’s University Club
Woman's University Club
Edward Whitney
J. Russell Hodge
J. A. Pease
Red Cross Jumble Shop
Thurza Cawsey
Lenora Friedland
Betty Brainerd
Ben Il, Moore
Entre Nous Club
Entre Nous
Thurreday
Shrine
New Masonic Temple
University
Elmer Quinn
Justin Haynes
George Rogge
Lloyd Baird
Ray Guton
Charles Frankland
Richard Munson
Richard Feek
Roscoe Torrance
Clair McCabe
Lotus Club
Venetian Valley
Shrine Auditorium
Charlies Thorndyke
Byron G. Ives
Reynold Fredlund
Wilfred K. Harmon
William B. Swenson
Charles William Guerin
Philip K. Erickson
Polly
Jane Perkins
Miss Ransom
Miss Iiridge
Piedmont
Cal
Wil
Capt
Mrs. Eberts
Victoria
Mr. J. Austin Haskell
San Francisco
Archibald Clark
B. I. Harley
Mra. Scott C. Bone
Mr. Bone
Mildred Bone
Mr. H. C. Pigott
Newton Foster
Walter Foster
Helen
San Fra
Willard Walters
Walter Scott Fitz
Henry Carstens
Cragmore
San Diego
J. N. Jackson
Alice Jackson
Santa Clara
John Jackson
Santa Clara College
del Monte
Santa Crd
Clare FE. Farnsworth
Thayet
Charles Hamilton
California
Aiso, Oe
Mr. Marion Cummings
P. N. Haynes
Mrs. Haynes
Hotel Sorrento
Cynthia Grey
Feus
Ether
United States
Ore and
Enick
U. S
Boldt
Dowy Town
Williams
United
Uttle
Cluibyz
Acacia Club
Roomen
Mooseheart Legion
Moone Temple
East Union Club
Mra. J. Clark
Alpha St
Twenty-third Ave
Wisconsin Goldenrod Club
Mra. KE
First Presbyterian Church
General Aid Society
Woodcraft Totem Club
Wing
Elizabeth Bagley
Sarah Marquet
Lorraine Social Club
Catherine Lohndorf
Kappa Alpha Theta
Mia
St. H. Evans
Seattle Day Nursery
Seattle Day Nursery Association
Erickson Room
Ballard Ladies’ Aid Ladies’ Aid Society
Ballard Presbyterian Church
Mra
Ada Fen Hagan
Alllaon St
Kensington
Zora Kensington Club
Edward Clarke
Bolystonav. N
Thomas M. Cranney
Gus Barg
Ernest Frank
Mixa Grey
Altho
Anon
Wegner Optical
D. R. B. Wegner
Mera Anterarall Optometrist
Union Street
2Nd
3Rd Aves
Atonic
Ohio
Denti! Frese
Enneaite
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