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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1926 THE CLINTON CHRONICLE, CLINTON, S. C. ; SOCIETY fm ,'- jf- w Of INTEREST TO WOMEN Mrs. Larry B. Dillard, Society Editor. Telephone 154 ** BRIGHTEN UP THE CORNER WHERE YOU ARE irreli ng when What’s the use of qua: life is so darn short, What’s the use of scowling when yotf can smile as well as hot, What’s the use of nagging when it only makes you mad, What’s the use of unpleasantness *rhen it only leaves you sad. What’s the use of living if you don’t make living pay, What’s the use of wasting happiness day by day. What’s the use of eating if you don’t enjoy your food, What’s the use of talking if you’re in an ugly mood. Why not look around you and see what life can give. Why not spread some happiness and really, really Hve, Why not make the most of what you have and what you are, Why not brighten up a bit the corner where you are. state regent; Mrs. J. D. Watts, regent; Mrs. Paul Earl of Starr, re gent and also retiring state vice re gent, and Other chapter officers: Mrs. W. J. Bailey, Mrs. W. B. Owens, Mrs. P. S. Bailey and Mrs. D. J. Woods. Entertaining in the living room were Mesdames W B. Farr, H. D. Henry, J. H. Witherspoon and Will Robinson. Mrs. E. E. Stanton and Miss Dorcas Mason were in the library in charge of an exhibit of unusual merit, con sisting of Indian scalps, miniature cannons and balls, original flag, the famous hatchet, and the veiy cherry tree, strange to say, laden with, fruit. A program appropriate for the oc casion was also much enjoyed. Miss Margaret Copeland, in quite a pleas ing manner read an extract from “The Courtship of Miles Standish.*’ Mrs. William Jacobs, whose very name is suggestive of a musical treat, sang in mellow tone, “Love’s Old Sweet Song.” Miss Florence Bailey display ed marked talent in reading “Flag of My Land.’’ Mesdames Barnie Parrott and Carl B°bmson delighted the guests with a piano duet. High school girls, Emmiq Little, Ethel Killen, Fay Adair, Jeanette Crawford, Willie Rudd Fuller, Jahella Boland, and Louise Sparks danced the Minuet, played by Grace League, as a closing number. “Way Down Upon the Swanee River” was sung as. a quartette. Mrs. Bar nie Parrott was the efficiept chair man of the musical program. The dames heard clearly the call, “Come Trip It As You Go On the Light Fan tastic Toe,” and a Virginia reel was enjoyed by those im costume. The entire Jacobs’ home was in patriotic attire and many flags and natural colors lent a touch. From a beautifully appointed table Mrs. J. H. Young and Mrs. W. H. Shands poured given by Miss Helen Bailey. One T 0 "* 6 - Washington’s favorite desert, table was arranged for bridge and one *x>>le<l custard with whipped cream, MRS. PRINGLE COPELAND HOSTESS TO TUESDAY CLUB Mrs. Pringle Copeland was a pleas ant hostess at a called tneeting of the Tuesday club. A business meeting was held and three new members were elected: Mesdames Raymond Pitts, Chris Adair, and Carl Robinson. Dainty refreshments wepe served and those present were: Mesdames Wil liam Bailey Owens, Roger Coe, Hubert Pitts, and Miss Nancy Owens. o MISS HELEN BAILEY HONORS MRS. TATE On Friday afternoon, Mrs. George* Tate, of Chr *lotte, was an attractive honor guest at a lovely little party for rook. Miss Bailey served a dainty | Pound cake, were served by the salad course. The guests of the af- h»gh school girls. Mrs. Jodie Chand ler and Mrs. C. J. Killen entertained the guests. Delegations from Laurens and New berry were guests of Miss Duckett, and all guests present enjoyed very much the afternoon of unusual inter est. KIWANIS LADIES NIGHT BRILLIANT AFFAIR On Friday night Kiwanis joviality reached its zenith when the local ternoon included: Mrs. George Tate, Mrs. Rufus Sadler, Mrs. Reese Young, Mrs. Guy Pitts, Mrs. D. W. A. Neville, and Misses Nancy Owens and Essie Young. o MISS ELIZABETH YOUNG HONORS MISS B. COPELAND The central figure of social func tions for the past several weeks has been Miss B. Copeland, and on Wed nesday afternoon she was honored with «lovely bridge party by Miss Elizabeth club celebrated the second mid- Young, whe is to be one of her at-1 winter “Ladies Night,” A bountiful feast was served at the Hotel Clin ton and on every hand there is an echo and re-echo of praise for the genial hotel mother, Mrs. A. T. Wil son In a spirited manner all Members opened the meeting with the singing of “America.” Mr. John Spratt, with out warning, began a discourse on “Great Men,” beginning with Adam and mentioning briefly a few ’’’high lights of history and finally narrow ing himself to “The Kiwanis Great Men.” Above all the past and pres ent though stood a greater and he prevailed upon Rev. Edward Long to introduce very formally the “Culi nary Grater.” Mr. R. E. Ferguson began display ing several different colored cards and when asked the meaning explained that he had always had a mania for collecting good stories and jokes and those suitable for Sunday school teachers he wrote on white cards; those for stenographers, on green; those for business men, on yellow: and those on red—well—well, and his tongue suffered a paralytic stroke. 'His jokes were apt to classification and provoked a mad applause. At this point pandemonium reigned, and the president, Mr. W. W. Harris, was forced to rise and call for order, but to no avail. Some of the guests thought the waiters had struck; some that the cats and dogs were fight ; ng over the turkey carcasses^ possibly the hotel was afire, and afloat were many wild rumors and speculations. Finally the president, quite embar rassed and in dire desperation, ap pointed Mr. Ferguson to make an in vestigation. He forthwith assured the guests that there was really no need of alarm—’twas only*a session , of the city council! Several new members have been in vited to join the Kiwanis provided they could stand a creditable mental test. Dr. Spencer, with an original and clever cross-word puzzle, put them through the rub. The first question, naming the* best town in the state, caused some discussion. guessed Clinton except Mr. “Joanna” Moorhead, who thought Goldville could just* as easily be spelled “Gold- vil.” In addition to a mental quiz, it also had another feature for the presi dent’s wedding date was announced with a letter beginning with “n” and ending with “r.” The expect ant and fairer sex were all at tention! Alas, they groaned, “0! sad and bitter fate,” when “n-e-v-e-r” was spelled in bold, but sure letters. *— The dock race—while akin to that of the tortoise, finally did explode, and Mrs. A. E. Spencer was the lucky one to be presented with a pretty vase as a souvenir of the Kiwanis Ladie? Night of February 2Cth. Dr. Dudley Jones was the speaker if the evening and selected as bis sub- jset, “Tha Ladles,” which, he Lorn. tendants. Score cards were quite ap propriate for the approaching nuptial and the bride’s place was marked with a cupid. Five tables wers arranged for bridge and one for rook, and at the conclusion of the games Miss Young presented a dainty atomizer to Miss Copeland, and Mrs. Young also presented her with her wedding invi tation attractively framed. Mrs. J. D. Cosby assisted Mrs. Young in > ;iving a delectable salad course, followed by coffee and fruit cake. The guests of the afternoon included: Misses B. Copeland, Mary Henry, Annie E*. Hat ton, Annie B. Adair, Melenee Thorn- ley, Marie Cosby, Myra Leaman, Helen Bailey, Florie McGill, Elizabeth Trib ble, Clara Duckett, Frances O’Daniel, Nan Copeland, Essie Young, Mes dames Pringle Copeland, Barnie Par rott, Christopher Adair, Carl Robin son, R. W. Wade, J. F. Jacobs, Sr., Reese Young, John T. Young, George Copeland. Mrs. Arthur Copeland and Miss Mary Ruth Copeland called for the social hour following the playing of the games. MISS DUCKETT ENTERTAIN^ WITH COLONIAL TEA Clouds—heavy clouds, threatening clouds, a whirlwind—a tornado, and in truth, a “social storm,” broke with all its fury at 3:30 on Thursday after noon when Miss Clara E. Duckett honored the Musgrove Mill Chapter, Henry Laurens and Jasper Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revo lution with a cloudburst of success, an unique entertainments “Society birds” of Clinton, with their new plu mage and ensembles have had a good time for the past week tripping to and fro, but on Thursday afternoon they were reminded that there was also a past glory. Powdered hair, patches, hoops, bustles,’ elegance and prace came into their own and claimed full sway. Prominent among these colonial figures was Mrs. W. B. Farr, with coquettish curls and wearing a handsome black taffeta with matching cape belonging to her grandmother. Mrs. P. S. Bailey wore one of her handsome trousseau dress es with bustle effect and with twelve yards of material in the skirt. Mrs. J. B. Townsend, of Anderson, was also another unique figure, wearing an elegant old gown with quite an inter esting history. In fact, for the first time in the history of the local chap ter has a real Colonial Tea been a feature of entertainment,* and the re gent is receiving a shower of thanks for her cleverness. Those dispensing cordiality were^ Mesdames J. A. Chandler, and J. w7 Finney, receiving at the door, and Mesdames J. F. Jacobs, Sr., J. F. Jacobs, Jr., and J. B. Townsend, re- eeiving in the hall, and introducing to the receiving line composed of Miss Clara Duckett, regent; Mrs. J. H. Hunjt, tegent, also— sscoad vice every* angle carefully evaded. He brought as his message—the exhaust* ion of mental resources and that now the only source of realism is brain-power. Mr. C. J. Killen, Misses Caroline Dugan and Benet Godfrey were the musicians of the evening, and the young ladies were unanimously receiv ed as members of the club. With the singing of “Auld Lang Syne,” all partook heartily of the “Cup of Kindness.” o COPELAND-PAYNE NUPTIALS Beauty and simplicity'characterised the lovely home wedding on last even ing when Miss B. Copeland became the bride of Mr. Horace Dorn Payne, of Lakeland, Fla. Prior to the cere mony, with Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Jr., kt the piano, Miss Maude Ellis of Colum bia, sang “At Dawning” and Mr. Joe Wilson, “0 Promise Me.” Before a bank of palms, ferns, and ivy twined lattice work, and a pier mirror as a background, reflecting the beauty of the setting, the bridal party stood. Graduated pedestals bearing cathedral candles, and lights shaded with wedding bells, cast soft glow. ■ First to eqter were Miss Nan Cope land, wearing a beautiful orchid geor gette over pink, and Miss Elizabeth Young, wearing a lovely silver lace creation over pink, carrying baskets of sweet peas, which they placed upon the first pedestal, adding thereby just a touch -of color to the bridal green and white. The groomsmen, Mr. Joe Wilson of Arcadia, Fla., and Mr. Len nox of Plant City, Fla., followed. The maids of honor, Misses Ethel and Ellen Copeland, twin sisters of the bride, wearing orchid and green geor gette with silver trimmings, entered with armful bouquets of pinll Kilar- ney roses. Three dainty tots with airy frocks of green and orchid geor gette entered. Little Alleyne Payne, niece of the groom, and Louise Jacobs, niece of the bride, scattered petals from dainty baskets filled with sweetheart roses. Little Eliott Jacobs carried the ring'in the heart of a rose. The bride, in an exquisite wedding gown of georgette with heavily bead ed trimmings, of duchess satin and veil, worn cap fashion with coronet of pearls, fell over a train of real lace, descended the long stair way and was met by the groom. Her ornament was a platinum pin, the gift of the groom. Together they entered and in an impressive manner Rev. J. F. Jacobs officiated. Immediately following the ceremony a lovely reception was held and Mr. and Mrs. George A. Copeland, Mr. and Mrs. Mott Payne and Mrs. George Calvin received with the wedding party. Mrd. Copeland, mother of the bride, wore a handsome black bead ed crepe. Mrs. Payne, mother of the groom, w^s handsome in a gown of wder blue chiffon with crystal PACSB three many of the guests, the revealing of which caused much amusement. The guests of the evening Ware: Mrs. Mott Payne, Mrs. Paul Calvin, Mr. Mott Payne, Jr., Misses Ethel and Ellen Copeland, Marie Cosby, Maude Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Copeland, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Sr., Miss Clara Duckett, Dr. and Mrs. Jack H. Young, and J. C. Cornwall. o ——. MISS COSBY ENTERTAINS On last Wednesday evening Misf Marie Cosby entertained at a. four course dinner in honor of Miss B. Copeland. AH was lovely in every detalf and the dinner was*followed by an evening of bridge. The guests were: Misses B. Copeland, Nan Cope land and Elizabeth Young. powdei beads, and Mrs. Calvin, sister of the groom, donned a gown of French mode. The hall and dining room were in accord with the ceremony room, while the front parlor and gift room were in a setting of yellow and white, ac centuated by masses of jonquils. All decorations were arranged by Mrs. Jack Young and Miss Clara Duckett. Those assisting in entertaining were: Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Pringle Copeland, Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Copeland, Mr. and Mrs. Waters Ferguson, Mesdames William Bailey Owens, E. G. Fuller, J. I. Copeland, W. B. Farr, James R. Copeland, W. P. Jacobs, Misses Clara Duckett, Katherine Day, Julia Fergu son, Mary Philson, Emily Kirkland, Katherine McSwain, Lucy and Alden Bailey, Marion Copeland, and Elise Henry. Presiding over the register were Misses Mary Henry and Marie Cosby. A delectable salad course and coffee were served to about three hundred guests. The bride is the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George A. Copeland and is a young woman of rare charm and personality. She was graduated last summer from Chicora and was voted the most popular girl of her class. Mr. Payne is a graduate of Clemson and is now located in Florida where he is in real estate business. After a wedding trip Mr. and Mrs. Payne will be at home in Lakeland, Fla. The out-of-town guests were: blr. and Mrs. Mott Payne, Mrs. Paul Cal vin, Mr. Mott Payne, Jr., of Lake land, Fla.; Mr. Joe Wilson, of Arca dia, Fla.; Mr. Lennox Morgan, of Plant City, Fla.; Mrs. P. B. Kinard, Mr. Calvin Kinard, and Mr. Quincy Kinard, of Epworth, S. C.; Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Swan, Misses Anna Sloan and Emmie Sullivan, of Ninety-Six, S. C.; Mr. M. C Dendy, Mr. R. G. Matheson, Misess Sybil Burdette and Emmie Pitts, of Columbia; Miss Re becca Adams, Mrs. Thomas Barksdale and Miss Martha Barksdale, of Lau rens. SUNDAY SCHOOL . CLASS ENTERTAINED On Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Davidson, the Young Men’s Sunday School class of the Methodist church enjoyed quite a feast prepared by their mothers. Washington colors and decorations were in much evidence, and Mr. El liott Hall, teacher of the class, acted as toastmaster. The program was as follows: Invocation, Mr. R. W. Wade, y “Purpose of Sunday School/’ Mr. Wade. . “To the Mothers,” Elliott. Hall. “To the Ladies,” Carlisle Smith. “George Washington,” A. W. Blum- berg. After the feast quite a number of young ladies furnished music. The following were present: Misses Ellen Copeland, Blanche Brooks, Willie Putnam, Mabel Aired, Elise Henry, Sarah Knox, Kate Robinson, Eliza beth Zeigler, Christine Peake, Cleon Pitts, Isabel! Witherspoon, Elizabeth Adair, Lurea Moore; Ansel Bennett, Shirley Timmons, Carlisle Smith, Odys McIntosh, Clifton Adair, John Wallace Copeland, Joe Blumberg, A. W. Blumberg, Robert Boland, Edward Ray, B. Davidson, George Moore, Fant Thomley, T. C. Robinson, James Car ter, J. W. Milam, Elliott Hall, Mrs. L. E. Wiggins, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Wade. Greenville, spent Sunday in the city with My. and Mrs. J. 0. Barnett. Messrs. A. T. and Jack Wilson spent the week-end in Charlotte with Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Gray. Mr. Collie Anderson, of Lexington, N. C., spent several days recently in the city on business. _ Mr. and Mrs. K. B. Brownlee and family, of Gray Court, spent Sunday with Mr. and. Mrs. W. D. Hollis. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Langston, of Barksdale, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Putnam on Tuesday. .Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Russell, Mr. R. D. Russell and Misses Laura and Mary Benjamin spent Sunday in Spartanburg. Mr. and Mrs. John Hunt and and little son, of Greenville, spent Sunday with Miss Mary Norman. Dr. and Mrs. A. E. Spencer, Mrs. A. V. Martin and Mrs. J. A. Bailey spent Wednesday in Greenville. Mr. Samuel Littlejohn 4? Clemson College, was the guest' of dr. and Mrs. G. W. B. Smith for several days the past week., Messrs. J. M.’ Pitts and Hubert Pitts are spending-a few 4«ys in At lanta on business. * Mrs. B; O. Whitten, Mrs. George Davis and Miss Dorcas Mason spent Tuesday in Seneca bn account of the serious illness of Mrs. John Ballen- ger. INSIST ON SQUIRES’ HOUSEHOLD remedies AND YOU WILL GET THE BEST DRUGS MADE. Sadler-Owens Pharmacy At Union Station Telephone 400 o • ♦ ♦ PERSONAL MENTION * e» ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Miss Emma Hipp visited her sister, Mrs. Oswald Copeland, in Newberry Monday. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Adair spent Tuesday in Seneca, where they visit ed Mrs. John Ballenger. Mr. Frank Boozer spent Sunday jp Newberry with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Gillespie, of The Purest Is Always The Best You will get more food in a loaf of Clinton-Maid Bread for 10c than any other food you can buy. Our Cakes are better—we are/using Fresh Country Eggs and Pure Creamery Butter. EAT CUNTON-MAID BREAD GET IT AT YOUtt GROCER *, J Clinton Bakery agilllllllUIII I The New Fabrics For Spring j Are Especially Beautiful I WEDDING PARTY’ HONORED All pre-nuptial social interest of the Copeland-Payne wedding party culminated on Tuesday evening when Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Jacobs and Mr. and Mrs. Pringle Copeland entertained after the rehearsal. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Pringle Copeland was a scene of rare loveliness. * You sang with Wordsworth of the daffodils: “Ten thousand saw I at a glance.” For an hour tfie guests enjoyed musical numbers afforded by Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Jr., Miss Ellen Copeland, Miss Maude Ellis and Mr.. Joe Wil son. A five-cobrse dinner was served and the bride’s table was markedly sn enormous and heavily ieed wed ding take soae bail fife the destiny 'ef All Silks, All Wools, Silk and Wool mixed and Cot ton fabrics are here in am ple array to allow choos ing just the materials you* want for your summer wardrobe. Many are shown i n single dress lengths, so come soon while assortments are complete. It Costs But Little To Be Well Dressed That is, it will cost you little, if you come here to buy your outfit. But neither style nor quality have been * sacrificed for price as an inspection of our offerings will prove. Farmers Mercantile Co. “HOUSE OF BETTER VALUES” Nunn Bush Oxfords Stetson Hats V V ft mm