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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1921
Page
2
William Lamar of Washpeton and Lyle Harrie of the Dagmar attend a Yuletide party hosted by Mrs. J. Scott Bower in Gettysburg. Numerous guests from Hagerstown, Williamsport, and nearby towns are listed, with visits to relatives and holiday entertaining across Broadway and Hamilton Hotel.
A fragmented text discusses marital strain and gender roles. A harassed husband seeks wage control and shelter via a supposed gadget system while criticizing a wife perceived as indulgent and indolent. A lament on modernization and independence contrasts with older domestic virtues.
Miss Clemence Dane is cited for a daily $1000 take as her new stage hit about William Shakespeare stirs London debate. The article notes Alan Jachinye pretends success, while critics dislike Dane’s novel attempts and public curiosity grows around her earnings and the play’s fame. Local society mentions visitors and events at various homes and churches amid a jumble of names and places.
The final entertainment at the Community and Neighborhood Tree program in Washington Square features band selections and quartet singing. The public is invited to participate in carols and enjoy the municipal pageant with a festive program including Joy to the World and O Come All Ye Faithful.
A lively theatre piece review recounts a night at Nixon's Academy with Walter Artz and Blanche Ring. The writer praises the ensemble as a well oiled unit, notes vivid stagecraft and the Broadway Whirl's energetic uproar, while recalling pre war diva charm and the Webster White Way fusion on stage.
Frank Leiter headed the Rotarians Boys Work Committee for a banquet at the Chamber of Commerce Auditorium. He planned and executed the event with support from fellow Rotarians, delivering a lively springtime gathering for local boys and community members.
Members of Potomay Lodge Knights of Pythias Wilfainsport held a meeting to arrange the annual banquet and entertainment set for January 17. A follow up meeting is planned for tomorrow at 7.30 at the lodge hall with Indies expected to attend. Invitations issued for Dorothy Byron and Dr William Preston Lane Jr wedding on January 17 at St Johns Episcopal Church with reception at 405 Potomac Avenue later that day.
A community sing is scheduled for Sunday afternoon at 4 o clock at the Y M C A. Conducted by the Reformed Church choir and directed by C B Heard a pleasing musical program has been arranged. The public is invited with no charge for tickets or admission.
A county notice lists marriage licenses issued to several pairs including George E Cooper and Mary Elva Longpecker of the city and Ray Lester Smjtt and Lothie May Sipe of York. Also named are Jared Clifford Williams and Penne H Pix of Merceraburg, Harmon and Samantha Fenstemacher of Will Mamepart, Pa, Samuel S Myers and Ciara Jane Card of Barrisborg.
A fragmented 1920s style feature discusses style harmony and dress, noting the relation of every clothing part to the ensemble and promising guidance on color and material balance despite garbled OCR. References to fashion advice, attire, and general aesthetics appear alongside imperfect lines about modern dress trends.
Berlin police announced a travel alert urging many foreigners to depart the city. The notice lists American citizens among those asked to leave as officials explain Berlin faces overcrowding and security concerns.
A fragmented text outlines social rules for invitations and greetings, emphasizing proper decorum. It mentions planning an afternoon or evening event with a theater party, dining, and engraved invitations. Details on handshakes, family closeness, and attire hint at etiquette culture.
Wellington Ohio December 30 Wy International Newsy reports an autographed quilt by Legion Auxiliary members to support a memorial fund. The fundraiser aims to fund a monument honoring local veterans of all wars.
A 1931 NRA Service recipe segment offers festive desserts for large crowds. Recipes include a plum pudding, fried pancake batter variations, a frozen pudding with rich vanilla cream, and a New Year Delight with grape juice custard and gelatine. Also listed are a chocolate sauce served over vanilla cream, marshmallow dessert, and nutty fruit compotes, with detailed steps and ingredients.
Christine week brings a flurry of events at the Woman's Club with Tuesday and Saturday teas. Mire Willum Foust Duvall coordinates entertainments as the clubhouse shows festive wreaths and holly. Guests from autotown and Hayorn town attend teas and cards, with plans for a final party amid bright decor.
A lively social at Worhonay hosted by Mrs Stover featured a festive decor with mistletoe and evergreen. Guests included Sylvia Stover, several Philadelphia visitors, and many local names, with piano music and late hour refreshments.
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