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Another charming hospitality honoring Mrs. Beulah Eidman of Anconn, Panama and sister, Mrs. L. L. Chipman of Longview, Wash. guests of their sisters, Mrs. C. A. Erickson and Mrs. Z. W. DeLano was the afternoon bridge given by Mrs. E. O. Hutcheson and Mrs. F. A. Verser at the home of the latter, New Year's Day at two-thirty o'clock. A graceful arrangement of red roses mingled with fern was featured throughout the home. Silver and red predominating in the attractive bridge tallies and score pads. High score for the contract games was won by Mrs. Leland Winston who received a double deck of attractive cards. The honorees were also presented double decks. The delicious refreshments consisted of frozen fruit salad, Chinese Chewes, wafers, pickles and coffee. Exquisite Maderia cloths covered each table and centerpieces were of compotes filled with salted nuts. The guests attending this lovely affair were Mrs. Leland Winston, Mrs. H. S. Mosley, Mrs. G. W. Davis, Mrs. Deckart Cates, Mrs. Bryan Simons, Mrs. Arthur Harris, Mrs. J. Upson of Houston, guest of her daughter, Mrs. A. D. Magruder, Miss Gladys Taylor, Miss Lucille Harrison, Miss Iris Darby and the honorees. Additional guests coming in for tea were Mrs. Z. W. DeLano, Mrs. J. A. Williams, Mrs. Sul Ross Harrington, Mrs. A. D. Magruder and Mrs. W. F. Tetts. Mrs. C. A. Erickson assisted the hostesses in serving.
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Mrs. Beulah Eidman of AnConn, Panama and sister, Mrs. L. L. Chipman of Longview, Wash., guests of their sisters, Mrs. C. A. Erickson and Mrs. Z. W. Delano were complimented Saturday afternoon, Dec. 30, 1933, at two-thirty o'clock with three tables of bridge given by Mrs. H. S. Mosley and Mrs. J. W. Ingram at the home of the former. Throughout the home red blossoms were beautifully arranged and the attractive bridge accessories featured a color theme of red and __ . Mrs. Bryan Simons held high score at the close of the contract games and received a unique double candleholder. The honorees were presented boxes of exquisite linen handkerchiefs. Dainty refreshments of YumYum salad, toasted cheese and open-faced sandwiches with coffee were served on the individual tables which were covered with handsome Maderia cloths. The guests enjoying this gracious hospitality were Mrs. A. S. Morton, Mrs. Bryan Simons, Mrs. Jim C. Lewis, Mrs. S. S. Taylor, Mrs. F. A. Verser, Mrs. Deckart Cates, Mrs. Hubert Gusman, Mrs. Vance Porter, Mrs. E. O. Hutcheson, Mrs. C. A. Erickson and the honorees. Guests coming in later were Mrs. Z. W. DeLano and Mrs. W. F. Tetts.
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Mrs. William Ehlert entertained Friday afternoon from three ‘till five with a birthday party honoring her daughter, Margaret and her son, William Jr., whose birthdays occur in January. The home was artistically decorated with numerous lovely sweet peas, larkspur, and Radiance roses. The young honorees were presented with many gifts and after opening them, games and contests provided the delightful entertainment for the afternoon. Later they were escorted to the dining room where the chosen blossoms were arranged, the table covered with a handsome linen cloth held as the centerpiece a bowl of pink sweet peas. Two beautiful birthday cakes iced in green and adorned with lighted tiny pink tapers were at either end of the board. One held seven tapers and the other eight. Dainty candies reflecting the chosen color theme of green and pink were placed on the table and attractive favors of miniature dolls were given the girls and vari-colored balloons to the boys. Each being wrapped in pink and green cellophane. Delicious hot chocolate with whipped cream and cake was served. The young guests attending this enjoyable hospitality were Anna Lee Verser, Mary Nell Verser, Virginia Mosley, Martha Louise Verser, Cleo Blaylock, Georginna Barnett, Burnidette Haines, June Gibson, Jewel Mae Wright, Genevieve Ehlert, Vance Porter, Bobby Barnett, Clinton Joe Bass, James Brady, Harry Brady, Joe Brady, Wilbur Wright, A. J. Ehlert, Roy Dolan Jr., and Guendell Dolan.
Mrs. Ehlert was
assisted in serving by Mesdames H. A. Verser, George Haines,
Crawford Barnett, Ed Wright, Dave Robinson, A. B. Ehlert, Ed Gibson
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Miss Isabelle Horn was complimented on her sixteenth birthday, Friday evening, Jan. 26, 1934, with a surprise dinner of distinctive appointment, given by her mother, Mrs. Jim Horn, Miss Sarah Robertson and Miss Evelyn Reimer at the honoree’s home at seven-thirty o’clock. The individual tables placed in the reception room at which the guests were seated, had as a background of numerous lovely gold calendulas artistically arranged with fern. Each table covered with a handsome Madeira cloth was centered with a black vase of gorgeous Narcissi. Attractive place cards featured a color theme of yellow and blue. The dinner consisted of tuna salad, potato chips, olives, pickles, Marguerites, and punch. Compotes of dainty candies adorned each table. Mr. Merton Smith in his usual suave manner acted as toastmaster, seated at the honoree’s table. He introduced Miss Joan Horn who delightfully entertained the guests with a tap dance. Delicious Devil’s food cake with hot chocolate and whipped cream was then served buffet style in the dining room where the lace-laid table was centered with the beautiful white birthday cake adorned with sixteen tiny tapers gleaming in rosebud holders. Following the dinner, dancing was enjoyed with splendid music being given by Manuel and Mis Midnight Ramblers.
The personnel of
guests enjoying this affair was Misses Loyce Steves, Jessie Irene
Freeman, Catherine Long, Melody and Joan Horn and Messrs. Merton
Smith, Jack Young, Charles Cobb, James Cadenhead, C. B. Robertson,
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On Wednesday afternoon at three o’clock the Priscillas were delightfully entertained at the lovely home of Mrs. W. F. Tetts. Numerous sweet peas were beautifully arranged throughout and small bouquets of the blossoms were placed on each guest’s refreshment plate. The afternoon was spent in sewing, and later delicious refreshments of creamed chicken in patties, buttered tea biscuits, tomato jelly salad, olives and hot coffee were served to the following members and guests: Mrs. E. O. Hutcheson, Mrs. H. S. Mosley, Mrs. G. D. Everett, Mrs. A. D. Hensley, Mrs. S. J. Styles, Mrs. Jim C. Sisk, Mrs. G. A. Moore, Mrs. Henry Rugeley, Mrs. Annie Sanborn, Mrs. F. A. Verser, Mrs. C. A. Erickson, Mrs. Pat Thompson, Mrs. Amos Lee. Guests of the afternoon were Mrs. Z. W. DeLano, Mrs. Mary L. Capps, Mrs. Carey Smith Sr., Mrs. E. G. Cooke and Mrs. Ed Harris.
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On Friday evening at seven-thirty o’clock, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Curry delightfully entertained at their lovely country home in Chalmers with a charmingly appointed supper, followed by dancing. The table covered with a handsome linen cloth was centered with a bowl of lovely red sweet peas and fern. Places were laid for twenty-five couples, forming a personnel of fifty guests. The delicious supper consisted of barbecued pork, potato salad, home-canned corn, pickles, candied sweet potatoes, fruit salad, Admiration coffee made and served by Mr. Guy Davis, famed-coffee maker, cocoanut, chocolate and mince-meat pies. Following this sumptuous repast, dancing was enjoyed with splendid music being rendered by Messrs. Johnnie and Herbert Rice, local string ensemble. The personnel of this gracious hospitality was Mr. and Mrs. H. Joble of Lane City, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Freeman and daughter, Miss Willie Lou Freeman of Sargent, Mr. and Mrs. Filmore Harper, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Fartheree, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Bond, Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Potter, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Smith and daughter, Miss Faye Smith, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Lowe, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Norris, Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Ziegenhals, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Tabb, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Silberisen, Dr. and Mrs. H. E. Gaedecke, Miss Marie Skidmore, Mr. Roland Teal, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Young, Dr. and Mrs. B. L. Livengood, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fields, Mrs. Mae Brunner, Mr. Albert Oertling, Mr. Bruce Hutcheson, Mr. A. S. Collins, Mr. Knave and Mr. Geoffrey Curry.
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Thursday, February 8, 1934 |
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Mrs. Wm. Ehlert entertained at her home, her mother, Mrs. A. Meschkat and mother-in-law, Mrs. J. A. Ehlert with a surprise birthday party. The living room was artistically decorated with lovely ferns and beganio. After all the guests arrived Mrs. Crawford Barnett played several piano solos. Mrs. Doyle recited and played the piano. Miss Ruth Eissrich of Houston also played and sang. Then a group of five children sang “Happy Birthday to You Dear Grandma.” Everyone then went into the dining room where refreshments consisting of home made cake, hot coffee and hot chocolate was served. Immediately after the most lovely presents were opened all to the surprise of Mrs. A. Meschkat and Mrs. J. A. Ehlert. In the center of the table was a lovely white birthday cake trimmed in pink sweet peas presented to Mrs. Meschkat by her son from Houston. Home made candy was enjoyed by all. Those enjoying this lovely hospitality were Mrs. W. R. Horn Jr., Mrs. Kent, Mrs. C. C. Barnett, Mrs. Joe Freeman, Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. John Head, Mrs. Moll, Mrs. P. Koertzchmire, Mrs. Ed Gibson, Mrs. Ed Wright, Mrs. Geo. Haines, Miss Ruth Eissrich of Houston and the honorees.
Mrs. William Ehlert was assisted in serving by Mrs. David Robinson and Miss
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A lovely affair of the week was the afternoon bridge given by Mrs. Robert Baker on Friday at three o’clock. The home reflected the Valentine theme with numerous red carnations and red Radiance roses mingled with fern, beautifully arranged throughout. Clever bridge accessories further carried out the chosen idea. Four tables formed the personnel. After the usual games of contract high score was won by Mrs. Hal Steel who received a handsome Mederia luncheon cloth and second high by Mrs. Leland Winston who was presented a unique Pyro coaster and doily set. Low score being awarded Mrs. Jack Young an attractive box of Valentine mints. On daintily appointed trays, centered with heart-shaped red lace doilies on which were placed silver compotes of Valentine mints, delicious refreshments of red jellied apples stuffed with Philadelphia cream cheese and nuts, cheese straws, heart-shaped cookies and hot tea were served. The guests attending this enjoyable affair were Mrs. Carl Bachman, Mrs. A. S. Collins, Miss Shirley Carter, Mrs. J. S. Mansfield, Mrs. H. S. Mosley, Mrs. Grover Moore, Mrs. F. Norton, Mrs. Paul Palmer, Mrs. Herman Scott, Mrs. Hal Steel, Mrs. Bryan Simons, Mrs. S. S. Taylor, Mrs. Claude Towles, Mrs. Leland Winston, Mrs. A. H. Wadsworth, Mrs. Young and Mrs. Oscar George of El Campo. The hostess was graciously assisted by Miss Virginia Taulbee.
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Mrs. Conrad Anderson entertained with a delightful party honoring her son Justice, on this fifth birthday, Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 12, 1934 from four ‘till five-thirty o’clock. After opening the many lovely gifts games and contests were played with Mrs. B. E. Sailor cleverly supervising the fun. Later in the afternoon the little guests were invited into the dining room where the dining table covered with an exquisite cloth over pink satin was centered with the beautiful angel food cake iced in pink and white and adorned with tiny rosebuds with five tapers gleaming in matching holders. An added touch of artistry was the small circus made of animal crackers standing on large oatmeal cookies, surrounding the cake. Ice cream cones in miniature rose baskets resembling Colonial bouquets were served with the delicious cake. The group of young guests enjoying this hospitality were Bobbie Lee Breeden, Leland Williams, Cleo Blaylock, Jack Huebner, Henry Carrington, Jr., Jackie Ward, Evelyn Lowe, Travis Harrison, Marilyn Ward, Jimmy Yancey, Marshall Yancey, Mary Joe Novosad, Ralph Davidson, Brooks Doughtie, Alice Lowe, Billie Einkauf, Georgianna Barnett, Williard Stanford, Clara Louise LeTulle, Molly Evelyn Fox, Christine Erickson, Wilma Anderson, David Hinton and Annie Lee Verser. The hostess was assisted in serving by Mrs. J. D. Yancey and Mrs. D. O. Ward and Misses Mary Jean Coleman, Louis Amos, Annie Ella Sloan and Norma Lowe.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, February 22, 1934 |
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Mrs. Mart McKelvy delightfully entertained on Tuesday afternoon, February 13 in honor of the seventh birthday of her son, George R. McKelvy, from four ‘till six o’clock at her home. Games and contests provided enjoyable entertainment for the afternoon and later delicious hot chocolate and cake were served. Valentine cookies and candies artistically decorated each plate. The beautiful white birthday cake adorned with seven tiny red tapers gleaming in rosebud holders centered the refreshment table which was covered with a lovely linen cloth. The young honoree received many gifts. The young guests attending this gracious hospitality were Ellen McGlauflin and Nevis Joy Gerald of Gulf; June Gibson, Ellen and Eddie Lee Pool, Billie Brown and Billie Jo Clark. The mothers also attending were Mrs. Jim McGlauflin and Mrs. H. M. Gerald of Gulf, Mrs. W. D. Mayer, Mrs. Ed Gibson, Mrs. P. E. Kretzschmeir, Mrs. Pool, Mrs. Laura Brown and Mrs. J. W. McKelvy, grandmother of the honored guest.
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Another delightful affair given for the benefit of the undernourished children was the dance at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Norris at Chalmers on Thursday evening. During the evening the splendid music was rendered by Johnnie Rice and Bruce Luna, local string ensemble who graciously donated their services for this great cause. A beautiful Angel Food cake presented by Mrs. W. T. Lowe was won by Mr. W. R. Horn Jr., who auctioned it to the highest bidder, Mr. Grover Horn. At intermission delicious sandwiches, cakes and coffee were served. Proceeds of the cause amounted to thirty-five dollars.
Those attending
were Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Curry, Mr. and
Mrs. C. C. Corley, Mr. and Mrs. Grover Horn, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Silberisen, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Horn Jr., Mr. and Mrs. W. H.
Morehead, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph White, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Hutcheson,
Mr. and Mrs. Randolph Cox, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Ziegenhals, Mr. and
Mrs. Harry Norris, Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Potter, Mrs. Victor Mock, Mr.
and Mrs. E. E. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Guy
Davis, Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Lowe, Mr. and
Mrs. Bob Fartheree, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Tabb and Mr. and Mrs. Jack
Young, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hurley, Dr. and Mrs. B. L. Livengood, Mrs.
Dora Dienst, Miss Alice Blair, Mr. W. D. Rondthaler, Mr. Jack
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A charming affair of the week was the seated coffee given by Mrs. A. S. Collins at her home on Avenue G, Wednesday morning from ten ‘till eleven o’clock in compliment to the hostesses of the numerous affairs given for the benefit of the undernourished children. The lace-laid table reflected a spring theme being centered with a bowl of yellow daffodils with fern guarded at either side with tall white tapers gleaming in silver holders. The dainty refreshments further accentuated the chosen motif, consisting of yellow, green and white flower-shaped sandwiches, sandtarts and macaroons, mints and coffee. Mrs. Dora Dienst presided at the service. Places were marked by original place cards which set forth a characteristic of the person designated. The personnel of this gracious affair was Mrs. S. B. Oliver, Mrs. Filmore Harper, Mrs. J. D. Tabb, Mrs. Jim Norris, Mrs. Paul Palmer, Mrs. Sul Ross Harrington, Mrs. F. A. Hurley, Mrs. S. S. Taylor, Mrs. F. Norton, Mrs. Oscar Ziegenhals, Mrs. Dora Dienst, Mrs. Grover Horn, Mrs. F. A. Verser, Mrs. H. A. Verser and Miss Callie Metzer.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, April 12, 1934 |
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A charming affair of Friday, April sixth was the seated tea given by Mrs. Henry Rugeley at her lovely home honoring Mrs. Annie Sanborn on her seventieth birthday, from three-thirty ‘till five-thirty o’clock. Receiving with Mrs. Rugeley were Mrs. Ruby Hawkins, Mrs. Raleigh Sanborn, Mrs. James B. Hawkins of Matagorda, daughters-in-law of the honoree. Mrs. Sanborn and her daughter, Mrs. S. S. Taylor, Little Misses Marthella Steves of Austin and Diane Duson of El Campo, great-granddaughters also received. A profusion of spring blossoms was featured throughout, the reception hall being artistically decorated with calendulas and locust blossoms, the library arranged with calendulas while the living room held sweet peas and lavender beauganvillea. In the dining room where the handsome lace-laid table held as the centerpiece the beautiful white three tier birthday cake embossed with yellow roses with green foliage, bearing the inscription “Annie, 1864-1934,” the blossoms of calendulas and Queen Anne’s lace decorated the room. Soft glow of yellow tapers illuminated the scene with the tapers guarding the centerpiece. Mrs. Donald Duson of El Campo granddaughter of the honoree presided at the tea and coffee service. Mrs. Bert Steves of Austin and Miss Anadora Hawkins, granddaughters cut the birthday cake and served the tea dainties which reflected the chosen theme of yellow and white. The beautiful gifts were placed on the library table which was covered with exquisite linen cloth having a centerpiece of calendulas. After refreshments the gifts were opened. The personnel of guests attending this lovely affair was Mesdames S. S. Taylor, E. J. Kilbride, Z. W. DeLano, V. H. Doubek, A. Harris, G. D. Everett, Mary L. Capps, S. J. Styles, Jane Sargent, James W. Rugeley, Jesse Matthews, Claude Towles, J. C. Lewis, Esker McDonald, Elizabeth Hawkins, Rowland Rugeley, Tenie Gibson, R. C. Millican, M. Millican, Ellen Gregory, J. C. Carrington, James Hawkins of Matagorda, E. H. Highley, R. A. Kleska, Ruby Hawkins, W. W. Duson and D. M. Duson and daughter Diane of El Campo; Raleigh Sanborn and guest, Frank Aken of Houston; Bert Steves and daughter, Marthella of Austin, S. R. Sholars, Annie Rugeley and the Misses Anadora Hawkins of Matagorda, Janie Hawkins of this city and Miss Margaret of Van Vleck, Mrs. P. G. Huston, Mrs. E. E. Scott and Mrs. P. E. Engle.
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Thursday, April 12, 1934 |
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An enjoyable affair of the weekend was the family reunion of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Williams of Palacios, which was held in Corpus Christi at one of the North Beach cottages, Sunday. The party remained for the day, having dinner and supper served and enjoying swimming and other modes of entertainment while there. Those attending from Palacios were Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Williams, Mr. Walter Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Huddleston and family and his mother, Mrs. J. Huddleston; from Bay City were Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Williams and her niece, Billy Jean Boney and Mrs. Annie Williams Maynard; from Kingsville were Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Walker, Miss Evelyn Walker, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. White, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Huddleston and daughter Nancy and from San Antonio were Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Newton and family and Mr. Ted Lewis.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, May 10, 1934 |
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In honor of Lois’ eighth birthday on Thursday afternoon, May 3, a few of her schoolmates came to her home and all played various games until four o’clock and at this time she opened her presents after which home made strawberry ice cream and angel food and four colored cake was served to the following: Ada Smith, Mildred Boyd, Burdedette Haines, Neva Legg, Laura Jean Lee, Fred Jr. Mielsch, John Paul Mielsch, Frank Jr. Craft and two sisters, Kristine, Betty Lou Erixon and brother Harold Jr. Erixon. Ladies assisting Mrs. H. Erixon were Miss Emma Lou Pier, Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Fred Mielsch. All departed wishing Lois many more happy birthdays.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, May 10, 1934 |
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Miss Martha Jane DeLano, president of the Bay City Girl Reserves entertained the Council at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Z. W. DeLano, on Friday evening with a beautifully appointed supper. Throughout the home lovely seasonal blossoms wee artistically arranged with the handsome table appointments reflecting a theme of blue and white, the colors of the Girl Reserves. A silver bowl of blue larkspur mingled with Queen Ann’s lace centered the table, guarded at either side by snowy tapers gleaming in silver candelabra, with tiny blue cellophane bows attached. The delicious supper consisted of tomato juice cocktail, pressed chicken, Boston Baked beans, deviled eggs, sandwiches, potato chips, relishes, apple pie topped with whipped cream and iced tea. The personnel of the Council included Misses Helen Margaret Loos, Virginia Taulbee, Mary Anna Morton, Edna Wood, Frances Baker, Hollis Bailey, Lucille Huebner, Marion Lloyd and the president. Following the supper an informal dance was given by Miss Helen Margaret Loos on the terrace of the lovely home of her parents, Dr. and Mrs. H. H. Loos. Enjoyable music being furnished by Mrs. E. H. Highley at the piano. Later in the evening delicious vanilla and strawberry ice cream was served to the members of the Council and their escorts, Messrs. John S. Neary, Ashley Etie, Seldon Broughton, Oscar Ziegenhals, George Richard Keene, C. C. Cates, Charles Cobb, Lewis Matchett, Victor LeTulle and Frank Montague. Miss Dorothy Loos assisted her sister throughout the evening. After this gracious hospitality the party attended the Midnight showing at the Franklin Theater.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, May 10, 1934 |
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In the late hours of Saturday afternoon, Miss Isabell Horn charmingly entertained with a lovely garden party honoring the members of the ’34 graduating class of the Bay City High School. Numerous potted ferns banked on the porch formed the background of the improvised stage further adorned with bamboo, larkspur, Queen Anne’s lace and Dorothy Perkins’ roses trailing on the arbor at either end. Enjoyable music was furnished during the hours by the Royal Texans’ Orchestra, seated on the stage and who opened the delightful program with a selection “Chinatown.” Miss Horn presented those taking part in the program, Miss Mary Anna Morton who gave a clever reading, Miss Susan Marie Winston and little Misses Frances Davis, Betty Jean Smith, Joyce Pegram, Joan Horn and Ann Cobb presented in splendid tap dances and songs. Albert Wadsworth accompanied at the piano by his mother, Mrs. A. H. Wadsworth, rendered two beautiful solos. Blackfaced comedians were C. B. Robertson, Charles Cobb and Jack Young with Jack DeCoux as interlocutor who added more merriment to this unusual program. Another outstanding number was a comedy skit presented by Rinehart Mansfield and Victor LeTulle, Mrs. Leland Winston accompanied the tap dancers at the piano. Following the program dainty refreshments were served from the handsome lace covered table placed at the end of the garden. The exquisite punch bowl centered the board which reflected a color theme of white and yellow. Miss Horn wearing a stunning green chiffon frock with corsage of pink roses presided at the punch bowl. Attractive shaped sandwiches, Angel Food squares and assorted nut cookies were served with the fruit punch. Dancing was later enjoyed with the Royal Texans again rendering excellent music. The rooms were beautifully decorated with Queen Anne’s lace, Dorothy Perkins roses and ferns. The personnel of this lovely party was Misses Marion Lloyd, Allie Jay Sisk, Mary James Sisk, Martha Jane DeLano, Frances Baker, Edna Wood, Elizabeth Parker, Erna Kuesel, Pearl Anderson, Jane Vandiver, Juanita Nance, Helen Cates, Lucille Carr, Jessie Irene Freeman, Mary Anna Morton, Virginia LeTulle, Virginia Mansfield, Melody Horn, Beth Anderson, Mira Nell Senouh, Jeanne LeTulle, Geraldine Livengood, Virginia Taulbee and Messrs. Albert Wadsworth, Tom Anderson, Ashley Etie, George Richers Keene, Ted Maynard, Bobbie Wilkerson, Billie Penny, James Rainer, Frank Lewis, Jack Young, C. B. Robertson, Charles Cobb, Jacque DeCoux, C. C. Cates, Lewis Matchett, John S. Neary, Oscar Ziegenhals, Merton Smith, Lloyd Urban, George Shoultz, Fritz Landrum, Billie Moore, Victor LeTulle, Rinehart Mansfield, Jimmy Horn, Gerald Livengood, Jack Powers, Bruce Freeman, Ewing Cartwright, O. R. Hagaman and Norris Bowie. Mrs. A. H. Wadsworth, Mrs. Weldon Smith, Mrs. L. Winston and Miss Jean Steele also attended. Mrs. Horn assisted her daughter.
The Matagorda County
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Thursday, May 24, 1934 |
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The sunset ballroom of the Bay-Tex Hotel was the scene of a gala affair on Friday evening, May 18 at eight o’clock, when the members of the Junior class were hosts at the annual Junior-Senior banquet. The guests were greeted by Mr. E. O. Hutcheson, superintendent; C. C. Cates, president of junior class; Mrs. M. J. Early, junior sponsor; Tom Anderson, president of senior class, and Mrs. Bretch Taulbee, senior sponsor. The hall was attractively decorated depicting a color theme of blue, pink, the colors being prevalent in every detail. Girls from the Freshman and Sophomore classes dressed in dainty blue and pink frocks assisted in serving. The banquet tables covered with white linen and were graced with numerous crystal bowls of old-fashioned flowers in the chosen colors. Covers were laid for 125 guests, the places being marked with dainty cards. Favors at each plate were tiny dolls with school books. Music during the banquet hour was furnished by the Midnight Ramblers. A cleverly arranged program was presented with C. C. Cates acting as master of ceremonies. Mr. E. O. Hutcheson, as speaker of the evening, was introduced by the toastmaster, and addressed the seniors and others present on the subject of “Handicaps.” He, in his individual manner, impressed upon those present that “handicaps are inevitable to greatness,” citing as examples the mannanimity of Stephen Goethel, David Lloyd George, Booker T. Washington and othes. He closed his talk with the thought, “After the battle comes the song of the victor.” Miss Virginia Wilkerson, in her very charming manner sang Joyce Kilmer’s “Trees” and Walter Donaldson’s, “A Thousand Good Nights.” Three other very entertaining features of the evening which brought forth much laughter from the listeners were a one-act play entitled “A Rainbow of Husbands”. Impersonation of Sid Grouch Marx, and the Funeral of the Seniors of 1934. This entertainment was furnished by members of the Junior class. The personnel of this annual festivity were Seniors: Billie Ham, Fred Johnson, George Richard Keene, Edward Lewis, Gerald Livengood, Victor LeTulle, Norris Pier, Travis Stell, Albert Wadsworth, Bob Wilkinson, Pearl Anderson, Marguerite Alexander, Bernice Wainner, Martha Jane DeLano, Helen Greenberg, Rose Ellen Hanson, Lubia Kadebsky, Erna Kuesel, Dorothy Little, Geraldine Livengood, Anita Nance, Dot Newburn, Audrey Pope, Myra Nell Sirmons, Tressie Sutton, Juanita Keever, Cletis O’Rear, Bell Donnefield, Beth Anderson, Tom Anderson, Ted Doubek, Bruce Freeman, O. R. Hagaman, Lewis Matchett, president of Freshman class. Juniors: Sammie Lee Baker, Seldon Broughton, Harry Ellis, Presley Graham, Roy Guest, Edward Guest, Henry Hughes, Herman Luna, Mac Martin, Kermit Meyer, Billie Moore, Marvin Smith, Pete Heckendorn, Sallie Bell, Elizabeth Everett, Gladys Farthing, Lena Mae Farthing, Marguerite Fisher, Louise Hale, Maggie McKelvy, Genevieve Richers, Nellie Stell, Nora White, Jane Vandiver, Clara Froberg, Alene Jackson, R. C. Bergland, Melvin Blum, James Cadenhead, C. C. Cates, Mason Curtis, J. B. Eastman, Dick Harrison, Clyde Estlinbaum, Percy Harrison, William Holub, Raymon Johnson, Nini Landrum, Clifford Lee, John Neary, Ewing Martin, Rinehart Mansfield, Ben Powell, James Rainer, Geroge Schultz, Lloyd Urban, Oscar Ziegenhals, Hollice Bailey, Frances Baker, Della Delk, Frankie Gibson, Marie Hatchett, Lucille Huebner, Helen Margaret Loos, Marjorie Peters, Evelyn Rimmer, Virginia Taulbee, Edna Wood. Board Members: Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Matchett, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Wadsworth Sr., Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Lloyd, Mr. and Mrs. Vance Porter.
Teachers Mr. and
Mrs. E. O. Hutcheson, Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Posey, Mr. and Mrs. M. J.
Early, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Ingram, Mr. and Mrs. Bretch Taulbee, Mrs.
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Over 300 former citizens of Indianola and their descendants held their fifth annual reunion Sunday at Magnolia Beach, near the site of old Indianola. The village was destroyed by storm in 1886, but the survivors view the remaining landmarks on annual pilgrimages. President M. M. McFarland of Austin announced that the association hopes to build a state part at Indianola, and introduced D. E. Colp of San Antonio, chairman of the state park board. Mr. Colp outlined the workings of the emergency conservation fund with respect to federal aid to state parks, and said that Indianola probably will be designated as a state park. The executive committee of the Indianola Association is making efforts in that direction. Resolutions honoring the memories of members who have died since the last meeting were read. Port Lavaca was selected as the next meeting place. Officers were re-elected as follows: Mr. McFarland, president; S. G. Reed, Houston, and Charles Tips, Sequin, vice presidents; Joe Sheppard, Cuero, secretary; Fred Muegge, Cuero, treasurer; Walter Reiffert, Cuero, H. E. Moore, Wharton and Alex Coutret, Itasca, executive board.
Some of those
attending from Bay City were Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Reynolds, Mr. and
Mrs. R. A. Kleska and Mrs. E. M. Williamson, Mr. and Mrs. H. K.
Ogden, Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Taulbee, Mr. and Mrs. George E. Serrill,
Mesdames Kate Moore, George Fullingim, Vera Clements, Mrs. Evan
Watkins and Mr. Bully Watkins, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Moore and others
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Miss Elizabeth Matchett and Philip Parker, members of the ’34 graduating class of Jefferson Davis School were complimented at a wiener roast, Friday evening from 6 ‘till 9 o’clock given by their mothers Mrs. Lewis Matchett and Mrs. Herbert Parker, at the home of the latter. The beautiful lawn was illuminated with numerous lights and at one end wieners were roasted and served with delicious potato salad, stuffed eggs, pickles, olives, pork and beans, finger rolls and lemonade. Games and contents were later enjoyed after which strawberry mousse and ice box cookies were served. Those attending this enjoyable hospitality were Waldina Arlett, Margaret Joe Cartwright, Joan Wolfforth, Billie Bell, Maybell Anderson, Allie Jay Sisk, Genevieve Verser, Edna Anderson, Hazel Wolfforth, Mary Alice Horn, Dick Bachman, Sheppard Graham, Carl Anderson, Roy Lee Anderson, Truett Rainer, Elbert Doughtie, Teddy Sloan, Vernon Harrison, E.J. Peters, Jr., Dewey Cadenhead, Bryan Baker and the honored guests. The hostesses were assisted in serving by Miss Elizabeth Parker and Miss Mary Anne Davant.
The Daily Tribune, Saturday, May 26, 1934
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A very enjoyable affair of the past week-end was the reunion of the members of the LeTulle family held at the LeTulle Park in Bay City, Sunday from eleven o’clock ‘till four, June 3, 1934. A delicious dinner was served consisting of barbecued veal, chicken, pork and fish, tomatoes, potato salad, relishes, iced tea, coffee, soda water, ice cream and cake at a long table laid for one hundred guests. The members attending this delightful affair from Bay City were Mr. V. L. LeTulle, Mr. and Mrs. John Louis LeTulle, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. LeTulle and family, Burton, Hattie Lee, Ida May, Juanita and Louie, Misses Mignon, Jeanne and Virginia LeTulle and brother Victor, Mr. and Mrs. Sam LeTulle and children Sam Jr. and Clara Louise, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rugeley and son Henry Jr., Messrs. L. M. and Henry LeTulle, Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Everett and children Dudley Jr., Jimmie Fred and Elizabeth. Out of town members were Mrs. W. C. Sewell of Luling, Mrs. Kate Taylor of San Antonio, Mrs. Cora Rudicil and Mrs. Lena Kirr of Columbus, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Shaver and daughter, Jane of Weimar; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Towel of Eagle Lake, Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Bass, daughter and son, Sing and Billy; Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Grubbs and son Charles Jr., Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Ferguson and sons Billy and Rugeley, Mrs. Suvie Steart and son Mortimer Stewart, all of Houston. Friends attending from out of town were Mrs. H. F. Aldice, Miss Mary Kent Pennington and Miss Betty Hays all of Houston; Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Clements, daughter and son, Betty Dick and Thurman of Wharton and Mr. G. R. Pickard of Skidmore. From Bay City were Mr. and Mrs. Paul Palmer, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Esker McDonald, Mrs. Daisy Tennis, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Bell and daughters, Ethel, Sally and Billy, Messrs. A. S. Collins, R. Q. Pegram, Frank Vaughn, Stant Hightower, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Vaughn and daughter Ella Frances.
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Milam Davis and his mother, Mrs. G. W. Davis entertained at the Bay-Tex Friday evening at nine o’clock with a smartly appointed dinner dance honoring his cousin, Miss Pauline Tucker of Livingston who leaves soon to enter the University of Texas. Receiving with Mr. Davis were Miss Tucker beautifully gowned in black satin trimmed with sequins and her corsage was of sweetheart roses; Miss Catherine Elsbury of Angleton lovely in Eleanor blue crepe; Miss Doris Garrison of Angleton attired in a handsome white metallic gown and Messrs. Allen Taylor and Cleveland Davis also of Angleton. Wall vases of Devil’s ivy and baskets of roses lent a soft background to the dining room where the guests were seated at individual tables which were covered with exquisite linen cloths and attractively appointed to reflect a chosen theme of yellow and white. Tall yellow and white tapers centering unique vases of yellow dwarf zinnias on each table furnished illumination for the dinner. Sprays of feathery fern surrounded the centerpieces. Attractive place cards depict the theme of the affair. Favors for the young men were gay colored caps and the young ladies were presented pretty corsages of tiny pink ivory fans with sweetheart roses fastened to each with yellow ribbon. Rolls of serpentine were at each plate. The delicious course served consisted of grape fruit cocktail and butter wafers, cottage cheese salad with while wheat sticks, creamed chicken with mushrooms, baked potato, green asparagus with Hollandize sauce, cheese apple, clover leaf rolls, iced tea, pickles and olives, buttercup parfait with embossed squares. Compotes of toasted nut and yellow and white mints were placed on each table. Following the dinner dancing was held in the huge ballroom which was also decorated in the chosen colors of yellow and white. Shades of Denison paper in these colors covered the domelights which cast a lovely glow on the group enjoying the strains of the Royal Texans’ Orchestra.
The personnel of
this smart affair was Helen Cates, Kermit Meyers, Jeanne Poole, Jay
Serrill, Jessie Poole, Tommi Stevens, Doris Taylor, Jack Powers,
Virginia LeTulle, Jacque DeCoux, Loree Price of Gulf, Albert
Wadsworth, Billie Moore, Frances Baker, George Richard Keene,
Lucille Carr, Duncan Corbett, Virginia Taulbee, Beadle Moore,
Virginia Mansfield, Victor Wood, Mary Jean Cobb, Rinehart Mansfield,
Kitty King Corbett, Frank Hurley, Mary Vest, Robert Lee Sisk, Judith
Gaedcke, Monte Loving and Ashley Etie. Out of town guests were
Catherine Elsbury, Cleveland Davis, Doris Garrison, Allen Taylor,
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Mrs. Herman Scott charmingly entertained with four tables of bridge Thursday afternoon at three-thirty o‘-clock complimenting her house guest, Mrs. Ovid Horne of Sealy. The rooms were artistically decorated with beautifully arranged vases of orange marigolds, zinnias and cosmos with lace fern. The Hallowe'en color scheme was carried out on the tallies, and other bridge accessories. The honoree was presented with a dainty ash tray and cigarette holder and was also awarded the prize for high cut which was a deck of Congress cards. Mrs. Victor Collins was presented with triple silver and black vanity for holding the highest score. Mrs. Ernest Plant held second high and received a manicuring set in an ebony box. At the conclusion of the games beautiful Madeira cloths were placed upon tables with small vases of orange zinnias in the center. Delicious refreshments consisting of spook salad, cakes, potato chips, olives, wafers, chocolate candy and orange punch were served to the following guests: Mrs. Ovid Horne, honoree; Mrs. Ernest Plant, Mrs. D. H. Heiman, Mrs. Paul Palmer, Mrs. F. S. Taylor, Mrs. Herbert Gusman, Mrs. Spence Clements, Mrs. Victor Collins, Mrs. James Scott, Miss Laverne Cobb, Mrs. Eddie Willenberg, Mrs. Mickey Hart, Mrs. Jack Erwin, Mrs. John I. Cadenhead, Mrs. Jack Parks and Mrs. Paul Langham. Mrs. Allen Stinnett and Mrs. P. G. Huston were tea guests.
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Mr. and Mrs. Paul Langham delightfully entertained the Night Bridge Club Thursday evening at 8:30 o'-clock. Queen’s Wreath artistically arranged, was featured in the living room where tables were placed for playing. High scores at the close of the contract games was held by Mrs. Mickey Hart and Mr. James Scott. On handsomely appointed trays centered with vases of sweetheart roses delicious refreshments consisting of molded fruit salad, egg sandwiches, olives, cocoanut cake and grape juice punch was served to the following club members: Mr. and Mrs. James Scott, Mr. and Mrs. Collie Bruno, Mr. and Mrs. P. R. Hamill, Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Hart, Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Taylor, Mrs. Jack Wood and the host and hostess.
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The young people’s department in our church had a
hobo party Monday night, Oct. 8 and did they have fun? Left the
church at seven o'clock and hoboed at Mrs. Sailor's, Mrs. Woods,
Mrs. Lewis’, Mrs. Fields, Mrs. Bell's. The coffee man's house, Mrs.
Sisk's, Mrs. Breeden’s and several other places including Mrs.
McGlaun's. Got several potatoes, can of corn, can of tomatoes, an
onion, Everybody had several cups of it—several glasses of grapejuice, several cookies and several apples, not to mention sandwiches, marshmallows and coffee.
The poor bums then feeling greatly refreshed
washed their own dishes; cups, glasses and spoons and went out on
the back steps of the church (still bums, no can go on front steps)
and had a grand time. Since the crowd, after the "golosh” felt very
comfortable sitting they let Hobo Fred Fri- The hobos left soon after this and each seemed to have fond hopes of finding a nice warm bed to spend the night in. Those present were: Ethel Bell, Pearl Anderson, Vadis Jeter, Eileen Munson, Nellie Stell, Leola Jeter, Mary Lee Gray, Lucille Huebner, Mary Elizabeth Cash, Anita Nance, Lucille Lee; Messrs James Rainey, Charles Stell, Fred Friday, Travis Stell, Arel Shivers, Horace McRee, Raymond Guynn and Clay Meyers.
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Miss Irby Marie Stinnett, who will leave the last of the week for an extended visit with her brother, Dr. Edwin Stinnett in Port Arthur, was honored by the Duce Contract Bridge Club with a surprise dinner party Monday evening at six o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. DeLano on Sixth Street. Throughout the house, artistic arrangements of marigolds and cosmos were featured in carrying out the decorations of Hallowe'en. Miss Stinnett received many lovely handkerchiefs that the club members presented to her. On a beautiful appointed table centered with four orange lighted tapers and a bowl of marigolds on a large reflector a delicious dinner consisting of cocktail, individual pineapple and cheese salad, fried chicken, creamed potatoes, creamed peas in patties, chicken pie, cream gravy, olives, mints, hot rolls and pumpkin pie with whipped cream were served. The personnel of this enjoyable affair included: Misses Jessie and Jean Poole, Miss Evelyn McNabb, Miss Mary Jean Cobb, Miss Mary Vest, Miss Doris Taylor, Mrs. Billy Stinnett, Mrs. Glen McClain, Miss Martha Jane DeLano and the honoree, Miss Irby Marie Stinnett. Mrs. Z. W. DeLano assisted with the hostess duties.
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A group of Mrs. A. A. Fryou's friends surprised her with a birthday party Thursday evening. The crowd gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Haley and then went to the Fryou home. Games, contests and forty-two were played and then lovely refreshments carrying out the Hallowe'en color scheme and consisting of orange punch, and devil's food cake were served. A birthday cake centered the table where many lovely gifts were placed. Those present at this enjoyable affair were Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Taulbee, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Haley, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Yancey, Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Yancey, Mr. and Mrs. Don Ramer, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Franz, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Clark, Miss Ivy Savage, Miss Fay Golightly, Miss Mary Earle Underwood and Mr. and Mrs. Fryou.
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Miss Irby Marie Stinnett charmingly entertained the Duce Club Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Stinnett on Avenue F. Beautiful arrangements of cosmos and radiant pink rosebuds were featured in the living room where tables were placed for playing contract bridge. Mrs. Billy Stinnett had the highest score for games and Miss Jean Poole had the second highest. On daintily appointed trays delicious refreshments consisting of tuna salad, waffle potato chips, wafers, sandwiches and iced tea were served to the following members and guests: Misses Mary Jean Cobb, Jessie and Jean Poole, Evelyn McNabb, Martha. Jane DeLano, Mary Vest, Margaret Carr and Mrs. Billy Stinnett. Tea guests were Miss Doris Taylor and Miss Janie Hudgins.
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Misses Lois Rumley, Lanell Curtis, Helen Margaret and Dorothy Loos entertained with a Hallowe'en party at the old bottling works Saturday night from 7 till 10 o'clock. The Hallowe'en color scheme was carried out in the decorations of moss, cornstalk, pumpkins, black cats, witches and colored lights. Many games were played and several contests. Earl Rainer won the prize for the boys and Mary Ann Davant for the girls. Refreshments of soda water, cookies, candy and nuts were served to the jolly crowd of young folks. Those attending were Mary Anna Morton, Mary James Sisk, Mary Ann Davant, Caroline Janes of Rosenberg, Patsy Matthews, Henrietta Greenberg, Janice Yeager, Zilla Nugent, Melody Horn, Billie Bell, Martha Jane Barnett, Allie Jay Sisk, Lois Rumley, Lanell Curtis, Helen Margaret and Dorothy Loos, Ercelle Sweeny, Frank Lewis, Jack DeCoux, Merton Smith, Mason Curtis, Frank Montague, Shelton Breeden, Earl Rainer, Laddie Lowe, John Cadenhead, Leo Landrum, Talbot Williams, Morton Curtis and Jack Young. Also Mrs. V. Rumley, Mrs. E. Mallick and Mrs. D. M. Curtis.
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On Wednesday evening, October 31 the time when all witches and goblins foregather for a festival spree, the Loyal Boosters Class of the First Christian Church met with Mr. and Mrs. George Clark at their lovely country home. Here amid the soft glow of lanterns and campfires dotted about the lawn the jolly group, forty-nine strong, made merry until late hours. A terrifying old witch greeted each arrival with her cane tapping along the walk, and many other ghosts and goblins were there to add to the eerie effects of the party. A huge stick of candy was awarded Messrs. A. A. Fryou and Leroy Franz, as a prize for the cleverest costumes. The group was there told that all must pass through the room of transfiguration which proved to be a place where all those not in costume were painted in weird designs. Then followed a march out where a ghost met and showed us parts of a dead man. His eyes which were big grapes, his brain a dish of oysters, etc. To console them for their grisly experience, a big pot of fresh roasted peanuts and popcorn waited just around the turn. Many other happy games were enjoyed and as a climax to the evening the old witch, seated in her tent told the fortunes for each one. The crowd then formed in line to pass by a pot of gold suspended from a tripod where each made a silver contribution. The refreshments consisted of hot coffee, cocoa and doughnuts were served on the lawn hobo style. The many expressions of appreciation were tendered Mr. and Mrs. Clarke for their wonderful hospitality and to the entertainment committee for a very delightful evening.
Daily Tribune, November 1, 1934 |
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The intermediate union met at the church for a treasure hunt. A note was found high above the steps which bore the following message:
"If you wish no time to waste, The mad rush was on and another note was found which read thus:
From here go over in Rainer's back lot, The garden was well dug up before the treasure was revealed. This package had the following directions:
Do not break my seal, but take me along This proved to be a well hidden treasure, and a lot of hard ground was turned over before it was located. On this we read:
Here you have found a treasure rare In the excitement to get to Shelton's one car backed into a ditch and had to be pulled out. This gave some a head start and they found the treasure, and hid it again. When it was finally discovered we found this verse:
Your treasures increase, now tie up your shoe When we arrived we were told that the buried treasure was on a vacant lot across the street. After a long search and much spading it was located, and on it was these final instructions:
The best treasure of all you have found, It was then nine o'clock and the hour of waiting was spent on the lighted lawn playing games such as ghosts and goblins, murder, bobbing for apples and a spooky visit to the hall of horrors. Here we signed away all our mortal rights with a finger print of our own blood. Then we were conducted to a table by a ghastly ghost, to feel the parts of the body of her poor departed friend. Our fortunes were produced on blank slips of paper by the magic ghost. Two other ghosts were present rattling chains, moaning and sticking fingers. At the stroke of ten the treasures were unwrapped and proved to be an abundance of weiners, buns, pickles, mustard and marshmallows. Each one had brought a wire coat hanger and these were straightened out to make roasting forks, so we soon were feeding our faces, We departed about 10:30 p.m. rather tired but full and happy and thankful to the Campbell's for letting us meet on their lawn. Those present were Billie Bell, Mary James Sisk, Mildred and Elva Minton, Eleanor Davidson, Ella Parr, Eunice Shivers, Gera Lee Davidson, Kathryn Sue Campbell, Shelton Breeden, Earl and Truett Rainer, Lindsay Laxton, Junior Anderson, Donald Sailor, Laddie Lowe and Judson. Also the spooks, Mrs. Breeden, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. "Lowe, Mrs. Rainer and our leader, Mrs. Sailor.
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Mrs. John Runkle entertained the boys Sunday School class in the Methodist Church, of which she is teacher, one night last week. The occasion was also in celebration of the birthday of her sons, James and Leonard. Hallowe'en decorations and favors were used and games and contests carried out the theme. Two beautiful birthday cakes bearing the allotted number of candles were brought in, cut by the honorees and served to their guests with other refreshments. Only members of the class were invited to partake of this most delightful hospitality.
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The members of the Junior Sunday school class of the Christian Church gave a Hallowe'en party Wednesday night Oct. 3 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Clark, who live ten miles out on the West Columbia road. The guests who were nearly all masked were highly entertained. throughout the evening by Mr. Fryou Mr. Rimmer, Mr. George Clark and Mrs. J. Clark who were responsible for the fun. The well-kept grounds were gaily decorated with many interesting sights to keep the guests busy. There were fortune tellers, witches and various games, one of the most amusing being the pillow contest, There were many unique costumes among which were Mr. Fryou and Mr. Clark dressed as Abie and Sammie, Mrs. R. Sisk as a Jananese girl and the best of all was Mrs. Burnet Yancy as a witch. Popcorn and toasted peanuts were served in large bowls.--A member.
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Miss Della Delk and Miss Kathryn Gibson entertained a group of young people with a Hallowe'en party, Wednesday night, Oct 31, at the home of the former. Games of different kinds were enjoyed by everyone and later in the evening delicious refreshments of fruit punch and cake were served. Those who enjoyed the occasion were Misses Nellie Harrison, Ruby and Clara O'Briant, Marjorie Brannon, Shirley Keener, Dorothy Baker, Gladys Farthing, Marguerite Fisher, Cecelia, Johnnie Mary and Clara Nolan, Lois Rooth, Mrs. Bennett. Mrs. O'Briant, and Mrs. Delk; Messrs. Herman Luna, Alton Calloway, Garfield Calloway, Sonny Baker, Albert Torrence and the out of town guests were Miss Nellie Dunbar of Newgulf, Mr. Herbert Mason Schmidt of LaGrange, Lloyd Yeamans of Matagorda, Charles Harrison of Matagorda, O'Dell Morris of Boling, Tom Davidek of Boling and Jerry Davidek of Boling.
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A party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Smith on the night of Oct. 31. Mrs. Hones, dressed as a spook, met the guests at the door with a clammy handshake. Fortunes were told and many games were played. Refreshments were served later in the evening. The guests were Mary Alice Osborne, Oleta Culbertson, Alice Rodgers, Mable Chapman, Helen Marie Sweeny, Sarah Kogutt, Hattie Fay Smith, Joseph Molan, Travis O'Rear, Donald Reddock, Harlan Bass, Frank Osborne, Keith Curtis, Morton Curtis and Raymond Fields.
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Mrs. J. C. Wilkerson entertained at a dinner party of dainty appointment on Thursday night of last week in compliment to her son, Charles Wilkerson, who was celebrating his birthday on that date. A tempting turkey menu was served from the artistically laid table which was centered by a huge tiered birthday cake topped with lighted candles. Bowls filled with asters in orchid tints provided floral decoration for the rooms. Guests for the occasion included Mr. and Mrs. J. V. Suggs and Miss Katherine Suggs of Houston and Misses Jane Paxson and Louise Bryant. Mrs. Wilkerson was assisted in the serving and entertaining duties by her daughters, Misses Ruby and Elizabeth Wilkerson.—Wharton Spectator.
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Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Horn charmingly entertained their little daughter, Joan, with a hayride Wednesday evening. The truck was well decorated for the event with skulls and hay. After riding down many dark roads and by the cemetery and hearing ghost stories from Mrs. J. H. Horn, who was dressed as an old Negro mammy, they returned to have a wiener roast in the yard. Among those enjoying this delightful affair were Frances Davis, Ann Cobb, Marian Clements, Katherine Davant, Joyce Pegram, Eileen Bussel, Margaret Alice and Aubin Cox, Martha Dickey, Betty Baty of Newgulf, Mary Jean Coleman, Hattie Faye and Ida Mae Coleman, Eugene and Billy Brown, Jack Fields, Bobby Curtis, Melvin Epstein, Micky Ingram and Budley Evans.
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Mrs. H. B. Matthes and Mrs. Albert White entertained October 31 with a Hallowe'en party. As the group gathered they were given noisemakers and paper hats. The noise became so great that the hostesses suggested that the crowd had better go to the barn. The barn was a hallway decorated with hay, cornstalks, scarecrows and Hallowe'en colors. Here many games were played. Some of them were pinning the eye on a Jack-o-lantern, shadow pictures, cross questions and crooked answers, throwing darts at apples, passing the nickel and telling a Hallowe'en story in which each person was named for a Hallowe'en object. Refreshments consisted of coffee, cheese sandwiches, olives, jack-o-lantern apple salad and pumpkin pie. The guests included Misses and Mesdames Grace Walker, Esther Beard, Omie Semple, Vada Walker, Lucille Jackson, Irene Williams, Olla Mae Seilte, Juanita Webb, Madge Thorp, Mary Jean Braden, C. E. Vawter, John Lovelady. Della Braden and Esther Walker and Messrs. Lorraine Rhodes, Paul Wheeler, Paul Braden, Arthur Matthes, Albert White, Will Shuey, C. E. Vawter, R. E. Black, Fred Kana, John Lovelady, Lee Pierce, Bert Logan, Robert Thorp and Charlie Newman.
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Miss Della Delk and Miss Kathryn Gibson entertained a group of young people with a Hallowe’en party, Wednesday night, Oct. 31, at the home of the former. Games of different kinds were enjoyed by everyone and later in the evening delicious refreshments of fruit punch and cake were served. Those who enjoyed the occasion were Misses Nellie Harrison, Ruby and Clara O’Briant, Marjorie Brannon, Shirley Keener, Dorothy Baker, Gladys Farthing, Marguerite Fisher, Cecelia, Johnnie Mary and Clara Nolan, Lois Rooth, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. O’Briant, and Mrs. Delk; Messrs. Herman Luna, Alton Calloway, Garfield Calloway, Sonny Baker, Albert Torrence and the out of town guests were Miss Nellie Dunbar of Newgulf, Mr. Herbert Mason Schmidt of LaGrange, Lloyd Yeamans of Matagorda, Charles Harrison of Matagorda, O’Dell Morris of Boling, Tom Davidek of Boling and Jerry Davidek of Boling.
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Mrs. W. M. Loving entertained on Wednesday evening at her home with a party honoring Mr. Loving on his birthday. An arrangement of yellow chrysanthemums was featured throughout the home. The dining table held as a centerpiece a pyramid of fruit on a beautiful reflector and each individual table a large yellow chrysanthemum. The refreshments were served buffet style and consisted of chop suey, rice, potato salad, baked beans, pickles, relishes, wafers and coffee. Those enjoying this lovely party were Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Huston, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Williams, Dr. and Mrs. E. E. Scott, Mr. and Mrs, George Reed, Mr. and Mrs. R. Q. Pegram, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Stinnett. Miss Mayme Seery, Mr. Collins Welch, Mrs. Victor Mock, Mrs. Mae Brunner, Mr. A. T. Oertling, Mr. Eddie Badouh, Miss Vera Saxenmeyer, Mrs. Hairston and Mrs. J. McCullinham of Houston and Mr. Monte Loving.
Daily Tribune, November 30, 1934 |
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Little Miss Dorothy Fay Thompson was entertained by her mother, Mrs. W. W. Thompson, assisted by Mrs. Floyd Sutton on her tenth birthday on Thursday afternoon from four o'clock till six o'clock. The party started with "Grunt Pig Grunt." The next game was "Ringing the Ring." Each child was blindfolded and tried to "Ring the Ring," which was lots of fun. The prize was won by Marienne Clements, next, sides were chosen for the "Bean Race" which everyone enjoyed. The fourth game was the "Shoe Race" the prize for this game was won by Marienne Clements also. "Magic Music" was a very amusing game. "Roping the Indian" was a hard contest and no one won this prize. But Bobby Curtis won this prize in the “Newspaper Race.” The last game was the “Barnyard Yell” and the prize was won by little Miss Betty McGuirt. After the games the children followed Dorothy Fay into the dining room where the tiny turkey place card found their places with the favors. The room was beautifully decorated in pink and green. The yellow centerpiece on each table was a miniature flower pot filled with yellow chrysanthemums. The pink and green cake was decorated with ten pink candles and served with pink and green ice cream. After wishing Dorothy Fay a happy birthday the little guests departed for home. The following were present; Bobby Curtis, Wilma Jean Nixon, Betty and Pat McGuirt, Dudley Everett, Ann Cobb, Marienne Clements, Dorothy Lee Cartwright, Jack Fields, Walton Porter and the hostess, Dorothy Fay Thompson.
Daily Tribune, November 30, 1934 |
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The Athena Club held one of its quarterly socials, Monday evening, at the Library. Everyone came with the Christmas spirit, and on entering was greeted with a room decorated with the beautiful holly, youpon, and a lighted tree. Carefully placed around the tree was a gift for each member of the club. Contract bridge furnished diversion for the evening and after several games each was presented her gift, also refreshments of chicken salad sandwiches, olives, date loaf topped with whipped cream and coffee, which Christmas carried out the Christmas theme. The committee in charge of this pleasant affair, was: Miss Claire Hansen, Miss Claire Partain, Mrs. C. Luther, Mrs. R. Williams and Mrs. Melba Sullivan.--Reporter.
Palacios Beacon, December 20, 1934 |
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One of the gayest affairs of the holiday season was the dinner-dance given at seven o'clock last Wednesday night, by Miss Muta Serrill and Mrs. Guy Smith, at the Community House in Gulf, for the Gulf Sulphur Company officials and their wives. Miss Serrill was lovely in a princess gown of sky-blue crepe with beaded bodice. Mrs. Smith chose a becoming blue crepe dress with a lapel effect embroidered in pearls, Mrs. Jim Maberly, who assisted the hostesses, wore dark green satin, form-fitting with a large ruffle at the neck-line. The hall was artistically arranged around a large symmetrical fir tree hung with silver and blue twinkling lights, which held the center of the room. The place cards and table decorations carried out the Christmas theme. Between courses the guests were entertained with a program arranged by Mrs. George Serrill and Mrs. E. H. Highley of Bay City. The program consisted of the following: a soprano solo, "I Saw Stars," by Miss Evelyn McNabb; a twin piano number, "Dizzy Fingers," by Mrs. Highley and Mrs. Serrill; a baritone solo, "Out in the Cold Again." by Mr. Brian Baker; "Sympathy." by a trio composed of Miss McNabb, Mrs. Highley and Miss Virginia Mansfield, accompanied by Mrs. Serrill at the piano; a violin solo, "Estrallita." by Mrs. Serrill: a contralto solo. "Night and Day." by Miss Mansfield: a duet "Love in Bloom" by Miss McNabb and Mr. Baker. At the conclusion of the banquet the hall was cleared and dancing was enjoyed until a late hour. An orchestra from Bay City composed of Mrs. Serrill, Mr. and Mrs. Highley, Mr. Shivers, Mr. Merton Smith, Mr. Baker and Mr. Glenn Ellis, furnished the music for this occasion. About sixty people from Gulf, Matagorda. Newgulf and Bay City were guests at this affair.
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Mrs. Orie Couvillion charmingly entertained with a lovely tea honoring Mrs. Frank McMahon on her birthday Friday afternoon at 3 pm, at her home on Fifth Street, The home was decorated to carry out the Christmas colors, The center- piece on the dining table was a beautiful birthday cake with tiny pink tapers. Mrs. McClure won first prize for the guessing contest and Mrs. Phillip Johnson won first for the add contest. The dime in the cake was found by Miss Frances McMahon, thimble by Mrs. Houston Bickham and Mrs. Couvillion the ring which she presented to Miss Gene Bickham. The afternoon passed off beautifully while a salad course with tea was served to the following: Mrs. Houston Bickham, Mrs. R. C. Millican, Mrs. Mack Brown, Mrs. Marshall McClure, Mrs. J. D. Yancey, Mrs. F. H. McMahon, Mrs. Frank Carr, Mr. S. P. Johnson, Mrs. B. L. Bicham Mrs. B. O'Connell, Mrs. L. A. Bickham, Mrs. J. E. Brown, Mrs. R. E. Bittner, Elizabeth McMahon, Mrs. L. L. Bickham, Mrs. W. C. Sansing, Mrs. Tom Ewing, Mrs. Ed O'Connell, Minnie Moberly, Francis McMahon, Mrs. Phillip Johnson, Mrs. W. T. Orrell, Mrs. Fred S. Robbins, Wilmoth McMahon, Mrs. Thos. H. Lewis, Mrs. D. A. Einkauf, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Couvillion, Mrs, Evaline Marshall.
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Miss Laverne Cobb whose approaching marriage to Edgar Coale of this city, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Coale of Houston, was recently announced, was the honoree at a charming bridge and surprise miscellaneous shower given by Miss Constance Langham and Miss Laverne Secrest at the home of the latter, Saturday, December 15, 1934, at eight forty-five o'clock. The Christmas theme was beautifully reflected in the numerous poinsettias and greens which adorned the rooms where six tables were placed for playing. The artistic bridge accessories further accentuated the chosen colors of red and green. Under the elaborately trimmed Christmas tree placed in one corner of the reception room, the many handsome gifts were arranged. A Yuletide message to the bride-elect announced the lovely surprise. At the conclusion of the bridge games high score an attractive cake plate was won by Miss Helen Wood and low was awarded Mrs. Hugh Strickland, a set of black and white custard cups, which they graciously gave to the honoree. The hostesses presented Miss Cobb with a handsome black and white porcelain Drip-O-Later. The gifts were attractively wrapped in green and red cellophane. On daintily laid trays, the delicious refreshments consisting of tuna salad
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The members of the Faculty Club enjoyed their annual Christmas party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. D. Brown, last Thursday night. The Christmas atmosphere prevailed thru-out the evening. The home was very beautiful with its decoration of yaupon and moss. After a number of games and contests that were played in touch with the season, everyone became very much excited over the ringing of bells. Santa Claus arrived in person and gladdened the "childish" hearts of each member of the faculty with a toy. Anita Carol, the most fortunate little girl of all, was very much delighted with the big doll which Santa Claus gave to her. After the distribution of gifts the guests were asked to go to the tree and receive another gift, which proved to be a real stocking containing candy, nuts and crickets. Anyone passing would surely know it was a sign of rain if they heard all those crickets chirping. The guests were then invited into the dining room to receive plates of delicious salad and cocoa, then to go around the table, which was literally groaning under the weight of sweetmeats, candies and sandwiches, and help themselves. The committee in charge of this most enjoyable entertainment was Mr. and Mrs. Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Mercer.--Reporter.
Matagorda County Tribune, December 20,
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Mrs. Jim Sisk entertained the T. E. L. Sunday School Class Monday afternoon from four to six o'clock, complimenting the teachers of the class of the First Baptist Church, Mrs. E. E. Wood and Mrs. L. E. McDonald with a handkerchief shower. These two have served this class faithfully for several years as teachers and assistants and the membership showed their appreciation in this way. The lovely home was decorated in true Christmas style, the spirit of Christmas predominating throughout. A "nutty" contest was offered for entertainment. Mrs. Wood and Mrs. McDonald winning the prizes. We aren't saying they were the "nuttiest" which was large, beautifully wrapped packages containing a lovely assortment of handkerchiefs. Mrs. McDonald was given the privilege of opening hers first, and one by one each handkerchief was opened and passed around for each to admire. Lovely refreshments of hot chocolate with marshmallows and delicious rolled and open faced sandwiches were served to the following guests and members: Miss Elizabeth Cash, Mrs. Wm. Cash, Mrs. E. F. McDonald, Mrs. R. S. Davidson, Mrs. B. F. Curry, Mrs. J. R. Page, Mrs. P. S. Lewis, Mrs. F. A. Hurley, Mrs. R. L. McLaughlin, Mrs. C. R. Anderson, W. Minton, Mrs. F. Norton, Mrs. Kingsy, Mrs. H. A. Blaylock, Mrs. C. W. Dickey, Mrs. Ed C. Anderson, Mrs. J. E. Coleman and the honorees.--Class Reporter.
Matagorda County Tribune,
December 20, 1934 |
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The Christmas party of the Wednesday Club held at Graycourt, was a most delightful affair. Twenty-five members were there to enjoy the festive occasion, with its beautiful tree laden with gifts and the splendid program. The original story of the Christmas Time, by Mrs. Gray, was exceptionally fine. Singing of Christmas Carols was enjoyed by all. During the social hour the committee in charge served delicious plum pudding with whipped cream sauce and coffee. A business session preceded the program when the nominating committee made a report and officers for 1935-36 were elected as follows: President, Mrs. R. L. Price; Vice President, Mrs. G. H. Faubion; Secretary, Mrs. C. L. Haynes; treasurer, Mrs. T. R. Brandon. The Charity Committee will look after some Christmas baskets for the needy.
Palacios Beacon,
December 20, 1934 |
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Mrs. Claud Towles entertained with a Christmas dance for her daughter, Sally Penny Friday evening from 7:30 to 10 o'clock. The house and porch were decorated with autumn leaves, Christmas decorations. Refreshments of chicken salad and pimiento cheese sandwiches, assorted cookies, fruit punch and candies were served from a table covered with an Italian cut work cloth, with green candles in silver holders and favors for the girls and boys wrapped in red cellophane. The guests present were Barbara Ray Hamill, Billy Jean Boney, Bobby Porter, Susie Marie Winston, Martha Rugeley, Marian Bruce, Auburn and Margaret Alice Cox, Robert Winston, Bob Pegram, Elbert Doughtie, Bowie Pier, Gene Parker, Kenneth Etie, Van Shaw Taylor. The hostess was assisted by Messrs. Roland Rugeley, Leland Winston and Mrs. Jesse Matthews.
Daily Tribune, December 22, 1934 |
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The Night Bridge Club was entertained last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Hart. The home was beautifully adorned with seasonal colors and poinsettias in floor baskets added to the festive scheme. A large Christmas tree furthered the Santa Claus party. Tallies and play accessories featured the chosen motif, which was furthered by the individual trays which were also beautifully arranged for the theme. Delicious Welsh rarebit, sandwiches of bread and butter, fruit cake and hot chocolate was served. Prizes of high went to Mr. Collie Bruno and Miss Gladys Taylor. Cut prizes, skyrockets, went to Mr. Paul Langham, Mrs. Carey Smith and Mr. Collie Bruno. Members of the club and guests were Mr. and Mrs. H. P. McGuirt, Mr. and Mrs. Collie Bruno, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Langham, Mr. and Mrs. Carey Smith Jr., Misses Gladys Taylor, Anna Lu Gartrell and Mr. James Castleton.
Daily Tribune, December 22, 1934 |
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Miss Helen Wood was hostess at a charming bridge party Thursday evening at eight o'clock complimenting Miss Laverne Cobb and Edgar Coale whose wedding December 27, 1934, has been announced. An arrangement of Yuletide greens and autumn leaves formed a colorful background for the seven tables of players. The attractive bridge accessories reflected the Christmas colors of red and silver. At the conclusion of the bridge games Miss Laverne Secrest with high score received a set of individual trays and K. D. Horton with high for the men was awarded a set of cocktail glasses. The gifts were graciously presented to the honorees who also received from the hostess a handsome sandwich plate. The gifts artistically wrapped in Christmas cellophane were of Chromium ware. On daintily appointed trays a delicious fruit salad resembling holly wreaths, with wafers and coffee was served to the following personnel of guests, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Braden of Blessing, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Thompson of El Campo, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thorp of Blessing, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ingram, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Hensley, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Strickland, Misses Mary Jean Cobb, Laverne Secrest, Beatrice Poole, Beulah Erickson, Jean Steele, and Messrs. Arthur Collins, Kenneth D. Horton, Eddie Badouh, Vic Wood, Charles Amos, R. M. Priesmeyer, Wilbur Wood, Maner Stafford and Miss Nannie Brooks Stafford of Wharton house guest of Miss Wood, Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Cobb, parents of the bride-elect and the honorees.
Daily Tribune,
December 24, 1934 |
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Mr. and Mrs. Pete Graff entertained with a dinner honoring Mrs. Mary DeLano at their home Sunday evening near Blessing. The home was beautifully decorated with an arrangement of autumn leaves and flowers. The centerpiece on the table was a lovely bowl filled with fruit and autumn leaves. The dinner consisted of baked turkey and dressing, fried chicken, chicken salad, creamed potatoes, creamed corn, peas, celery, pickles, combination salad, cream gravy, apple pie, Lady Baltimore cake and whipped cream and coffee. After dinner Mrs. DeLano was presented with many lovely and useful gifts from her many friends. Those enjoying this lovely affair were Mr. and Mrs. Howard Johnson and son Virgil, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Matthes, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Watkins of Bay City, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Hudson, Mr. J. S. Mansfield and son and Mr. Ludolph Heiligbrodt from Bay City; Miss Lucille White, Mrs. W. L. Bradford and son Lonn, Mr. John Horn from Bay City, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Sisson of Palacios and Mr. Lesley Adams.
Daily Tribune, December 26, 1934 |
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One of the most beautiful events of the season was the tea and shower in honor of Miss Bell, of the faculty of the Bay View schools, Collegeport, upon her resignation as teacher of English in the high school, where for the fourth consecutive year Miss Bell has been a most successful teacher, member of the social activities, including church, school, community and as the greatly loved leader of the Girl Reserves since their organization. The hostesses were Misses Chapman, Harris, Mansfield, Parker and Mrs. Elliott Curtis with Mrs. Burton D. Hurd whose home was the scene of the party and well adapted for the elaborate decorations which carried the Yuletide suggestions throughout spacious rooms. Wreaths hung from many windows and doors, the reception hall was profuse in its garlands of graceful Christmas greens, candles and tapers of red reflecting, the same glow that rose from the fire place with is huge Yule-log burning joyfully. The hostesses met the incoming guests who eagerly awaited the coming event, which soon appeared in the person of Santa Claus, himself, bells, pack well filled, book and pencil in hand, in search of "Good little boys and girls." Moving among the many guests Santa wrote names, received requests for gifts, some of which he bestowed immediately, as he said, in order to "save time." His amazement at the great number of "girls" and not one boy caused him to go on a search from room to room and returning with Miss Bell whom he led directly under the mistletoe! Before the merriment had subsided at Santa's bold venture, he asked, the honoree to have a cup of tea and' the dining room doors slid back, revealing a perfect riot of color in the table with its centerpiece a snow bound mirrored lake holding a table tree flanked with tall red tapers, banks of autumn leaves, yupon and trailing Spanish moss while at the farther end of the room stood a tree reaching from floor to ceiling and all laden with gifts, large and small. Here Santa Claus (Mr. Elliott Curtis,) principal of the grade school, presented the "whole tree" to the honoree, Miss Bell, whose surprise and emotions were allayed by the first presentation of a beautiful gift from her own Girl Reserves, who held the privilege of serving dainty refreshments. The many guests remained until darkness closed, so long did it take for the viewing of the beautiful and numerous gifts whose response could be little more than a trembling smile and a word of regret and love for those whom she had known so long and served to faithfully, but whom she is leaving for a time.
Daily Tribune, December 27, 1934 |
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Mr. and Mrs. Pete Graff, of north of town, entertained with a bounteous birthday dinner on last Sunday, honoring the latter's sister, Mrs. Mary Delano. The home was attractive in decorations of holly and other Christmas greens, and the long dining table carried out the theme, graced with a beautiful center piece made of fruit and gorgeously colored oak leaves. The menu prepared and served by Mrs. Graff, who is an expert in the culinary art, consisted of roast turkey and dressing, fried chicken, potatoes, chicken and combination salads, creamed potatoes, creamed peas and creamed corn, hot rolls, cranberry sauce, plain pickles, bread and butter pickles, apple pie with whipped cream, Lady Baltimore cake and coffee. The personnel of the party besides. the honoree was Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Sisson, Palacios, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Matthes, Blessing; Mrs. Bradford and son, Bill, Wadsworth; Mr. and Mrs. Jack Watkins, Mr. Mansfield, son, Mack, John Horn and Mr. Ludolph Heiligbrodt, of Bay City, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Johnson and son, of Louisiana, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hutson, daughter, Elsie, Leslie Adams and Bay White.
Palacios Beacon, December 27, 1934 |
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The Wayside Club met Wednesday afternoon of last week at the home of Mrs. J. J. Barr with Mrs. J. F. McGlothlin and Mrs. B. H. Oakley, hostesses. Twenty members and four visitors were present. An interesting Christmas program under the leadership of Mrs. Abel Pierce followed the business, Christmas songs and a duet by Mrs. Tanner and Mrs. McGlothlin were sung. Bags of candy were distributed to the little folks and the “grown ups” drew a small gift from the Christmas box. Very delicious refreshments suggestive of the [season] were served by the hostesses.
Palacios Beacon, December 27, 1934 |
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Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Loving charmingly entertained with a lovely party at their home on West Sixth Street Wednesday evening. The home was artistically decorated with the seasonal flowers and shrubs of poinsettias, yupon and autumn leaves. The shaded lights were of green and red and added much to the beauty of the decorations. The centerpiece on the dining room table was a large Christmas basket of holly and flowers and at each end tall red tapers gleaming in ebony candle sticks. The Christmas tree beautifully decorated was near the front window of the spacious living room. Santa Claus (Mr. A. E. Stinnett) made his appearance about ten o'clock. Each guest was presented a novelty gift from the tree. Refreshments of fruit punch, cakes, candies and nuts were served throughout the evening to the following: Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Maynard from Matagorda, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. Q. Pegram, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Hurley, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Stinnett, Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Huston, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Clark from San Antonio, Mrs. Laura Emell from Houston, Mr. Julian Inglehart, Mrs. Mildred Burkhart, Mr. Henry LeTulle, Mr. W. C. Welch, Miss Mayme Seery, Mr. A. T. Oertling, Mrs. Mae Brunner, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Dickey and Dr. and Mrs. E. E. Scott.
Daily Tribune,
December 28, 1934 |
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The pre-holiday dance given by and Mrs. J. A. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. Q. Pegram Saturday evening, Dec. 22 at the Bay Tex Hotel was an event of wide social interest. Colors suggesting the approaching holiday season were featured in the decorations throughout the ballroom. Lovely autumn leaves and evergreens were used at vantage points lending color to the beautifully decorated ceiling lamps. Mrs. Vance Foster of Austin, Misses Carmen Boney and Mary Vest, beautifully gowned served fruit punch throughout the evening. At midnight a buffet supper was served from a beautifully appointed board which carried out the Christmas theme in the Christmas colors, using the tall red tapers in silver holders and a profusion of autumn leaves and flowers to complete a lovely Yuletide picture. The menu consisted of chicken salad, cheese wafers, olives, individual Christmas cakes embossed with green leaves and red berries, hot coffee and cake. Music was furnished by Mrs. Highley's six-piece orchestra, which was delightfully enjoyed by all. Favors of gay-colored hats and horns were added to the merriment of the guests. A personnel of 150 from Bay City. Wharton. Rockport, Waco and Houston enjoyed the dancing until a late hour.
Daily Tribune, December 28, 1934 |
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Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Williams entertained with a beautifully appointed buffet supper preceding the BayTex dance, Saturday evening, Dec. 22. Out of town guests enjoying this lovely affair were Mr. and Mrs. Earl Reeves of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Martin of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Shimville of Waco, Mr. Raymond Deutsch of Waco. Other guests were Mr. and Mrs. R. Q. Pegram, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fields and Miss Carmen Boney. Mrs. Williams was assisted in serving by Mrs. Sallie Williamson.
Daily Tribune, December 28, 1934 |
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