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* *;T SOCIETY EVENTS i OF INTEREST TO WOMEN Mrs. Larry B. Diilai& Society Editpr. Telephone 154 t O04 Ht cXliLBD MEETING Ui OF D. A. R. At the called meeting of D. A. R last Thursday afternoon, the chapter unanimously elected Miss Annie, B Adair as its sponse* in the Stone Mountain Memorial Coin contest. All D. A. R. ladies are asked to buy their coins from Miss Adair, who is a mem ber of Muagrove’s Mill Chapter. o SANDERS-ASHTON ANNOUNCEMENTS The 1 following announcement has been received by friends in Clinton: Mr. and Mrs. James I. Sanders announce the marriage of their daughter Lois Vivian to Mr. James M. Ashton, 2nd on Thursday, October 29th, 1925 New York l \ BRIDGE CLUB i HONORED On Thursday morning Mrs. Pringle Copeland, was a gracious hostess to the Bridge Club. After a number of rounds the hostess assisted by Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Jr., Mrs. Carl Robinson, Mrs. D. R. Nimocks and Mrs. William Bailey Owens served an attractive salad Course with hot tea. Those pres ent were:, Mesdames Jodie Chandler, D. R. Nimocks, Carl Robinson, W. J. Bailey, J. F. Jacobs, Sr., J. F. Jacobs, Jr., Rufus Sqdler, John Little, Reese Young, Clair Hays, Miss Cole of New York, Mrs. William Bailey Owens, Mrs. Barnie Parrott and Miss Clara Duckett. celebration for the children of f the rlnh th- TiL l Mr. and Mrs. J. the club, the hostess assisted by Mrs. T. H. Witherspoon, Mrs. George Young and Miss Myra Lea man, served a de lightful salad course with hot tea. Those present werb: Mesdames R. F. Adair, V. P. Adair, P. S. BaUey, T. L. W. Bailey, J. W. Dillard, L. B. Dil lard, G. H. Ellis, J. W. Finney, J. Hunter, R. E. Jones, J. T. little. A. V. Martin, John Spratt, H. E. Stur geon, J. Lee Young. Mrs. G. W. B. Smith and Mrs. Robbie Glenn were visitors. BIRTHDAY >ARTY On Thursday afternoon little Louise Coe celebrated her fourth birthday with a lovely party. Mrs. T. P. P. Carson, Misses Rachel O’Daniel and Ethel Killen assisted with the enter tainment. The prettily decorated cake evoked much admiration. Many >at tractive gifts were showered on the guest of honor. Tempting refresh ments were served and bags of can dies given as souvenirs. Those pres ent were: Mary Frances Workman, Muriel Robinson, Elizabeth and Kath ryn Graham, Betty Hunter, Mary Jaqp Sturgeon, Lelita Jones, Billy Hoy, RECEPTION FOR MRS. HOLLINGSWORTH On. Friday afternoon* November 6, Mrs. Clyde Lankford and Mrs. Sallie Johnson honored their cousin,' Mrs. Gus Hollingsworth, a recent bride, with a beautiful tea at their home on Florida street. The hoxhe was most attractive in its decorations of au tumn leaves, ferns, and fall roses, while shaded lights and gleaming can dles cast a soft glow over the whole scene. Autumn’s colors prevailed in hall and parlor, while the dining room was especially beautiful with Its bri dal decorations of white and green and roses in pastel shades. Suspended above the beautifully appointed tab les was a bride’s bouquet of white roses, valley lilies, ferns and airy tulle. The centerpiece was a silver basket filled with gorgeous white chrysanthemums, suspended by silver candlesticks containing white tapers, with clusters of valley lilies and ferns, tied with bows of tulle. Receiving at the front door were Mrs. John W. Finney and Mrs. Joe Leake; while Mrs. Pringle Copeland, Mrs. William Bailey Owens and Mrs. R. W. Wade entertained the. guests and introduced them to the receiving line, which was composed of Mrs. Clyde Lankford, Mrs. Gus Hollings- bride, was gowned in peach _ _ amt wore A corsage of ophelia roses. Wie groom’s mother, Mrs. J. H. Pitts, was handsomely gowned in a black beaded dress. V' Immediately ^fter the ceremony a reception was held. Mrs. Virginia Magness and Miss Gladys Carson greeted the guests at the front door, Misses Margaret Nash, Alice Crutch field and Ellen Fain introduced the guests to the receiving line, which was composed of Mr. and Mrs. E. D. H. Pitts, Jr., and tion to all. I wns, was a guest and called upon for Jh. by th. diet ladies, consisted of the following J highest terms of Clinton hospitality tempting menu: ■'MaSa '' Kin w$rth, Mrs. Sallie Johnson, Mrs. J. B. Hollingsworth of Union, Mrs. Harold Flanagan, Mrs. J. C. Drummond of Fountain Inn, Mrs. Otis Suber of Whitmire, Mrs. Davis .Holland and Mrs. Cashion. Inviting guests to din-J ing table were Mrs. Will Robinson and Mrs. R. ,W. Johnson. Seated at the dining table pouring tea Were Mrs. J. F. Jacobs, Jr., and Mrs. P. B. Adair. Entertaining in this room were Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Pitts, Sr., Miss Elisabeth Byers and David Pitts, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Byers, Misees Mar tha and Sarah Pitts and Kenneth By ers. Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Bowen and Miss Elizabeth Byers invited the guests into the dining room, which was beautifully arranged, a color mo tif of white and green being used The center decoration on the table was a silver bowl of brides’ roses and ferns. Silver candelbra held white candles, • and streamers of white tulle which fell from the chandelier were caught at the comers of the tablwwith graceful fonds of fern. Misses Eliza beth Ellerhe, Elenor Jeffries, Dorothy Hutto. Marion Green, Elisabeth Dou glas, Sara Bell, Jane Woodruff and Mrs. Edward McMillan served cream and cake while Misses Virginia Mag : ness and Ann Connolly served minis Mr. and Mrs. Walter Routh and Mrs Deadwyler asked the guests from-the dining room into the hall where Dr. end Mrs. James Childs and Mrs. John Carson • invited them into the gift room. The bride’s book was preside^ over by Misses Gladys Carson, Mary Louise Dargan and Elizabeth Carr, while Mr. and Mrs. James Fain, jftiss- ei Mary Willard and Rowena Morgan bade the guests adieu. The bride and groom left for a wedding trip immediately after the reception. The bride’s going-away costum^ was an ensemble of blue and gjay.—From Sunday’s Spartan- pbeeKieML ’ -• ^ - Bol?by and Agatha Jones, Ruth Esther j^Mrs. Mae Leaman and Mrs. Roy Pitts x tt i- r i i , . * * * v » Fant, Hugh Jacobs, Mildred Whitten, George Stanton, Virginia Sadler, El liott and Louise Jacobs, Inez Young, and Frank Railey. _ _ o \ BAZAAR FRIDAY * AND SATURDAY The Bazaar to be held by the Wom an’s Hospital Association Friday and Saturday at the Masonic Temple bids fair to be a popular affair. This is “Home-Coming Day’’ and it is hoped that all the visitors will call and get u good old-time bazaar turkey dinner. Dinners will be served both days arid oyster supper Friday night, at popu lar prices. In addition to the committees al ready published the following com mittee has been appointed for secur ing, making and selling candy: Misses Tuck, Richardson, and Parks, with the high school girls of the city schools. These young ladies have kindly con sented to assist in the good work. Don’t forget the dates: Friday and Saturday, November 13th and 14th, and the place: Masonic Temple, up stairs. i while a salad course composed of chicken salad, sandwiches, saltines and cheese wafers with Russian tea was served by Misses Marie Adair, Ruth Crawford, Elizabeth Copeland and Mrs. Henry Hearn. The attractive favors were gold hearts tied with white ribbon, and these were pinned on by Misses Fay and Helen Adair. The delicious refreshments were under the skilled supervision of Mesdames J. M. Pitts, W. M. McMillah, and Lorena Adair, while Miss Clara Duck* ett supervised the decorations. Out of town guests attending wera^ Mrs. J. B. Hollingsworth of Union, Mrs. J. C. Drummond of Fountain Inn, Mrs. Rosa Bishop of Cross Keys and Mte. Will Whitmire of Cross Keys. Mrs. Lankford wore a handsome gown of black velvet, while the guest COMMERCIAL CLUB AT FESTAL BOARD “The night shall be filled with glad ness And the cares that infest the day, Shall fold their tents like the Arabs, And silently steal away.” This was the spirit that permeated the seventh annual banquet of the Commercial Club held Tuesday even-^ ing in the club rooms in the Masonic Temple and presided over by Presi dent W. A. Moorhead. ‘ • It was “Ladies’ Night”, an occa sion that is looked forward to from November to November and always enjoyed as one of the community’s outstanding social functions. Each member of the club was accompanied by his wife or invited friends, to add their grace and beauty to the scene. Covers were laid for 185. The ban quet hall was beautifully decorated with red, white and blue in evidence on all sides, commemorating Armistice Day. The tables were attractively ar ranged and covered with autumn flow ers, presenting a scene of unusual beauty, along-with the patriotic place cards and the little miniature flags that were in evidence. The setting was one of beauty, tyid the menu fur nished by the ladies of the North Broad Street Methodist church was a bountiful spread consisting of numer ous good things to eat and prepared and served in excellent style that brought forth the warmest commenda tion of their untiring efforts to make of the event a wonderful success. There was a delightful program of Grape Fruit Roast Turkey Carolina Rice Giblet Gravy Virginia Cured Ham Spiced Dressing Cheese Apples Cranberries Hot Rolls Coffee Chicken Salad Lettuce Tomato Aspic Saltines Saratoga Chips Mayonnaise Olives Cream - Fruit Cake Punch Aftel thp sweets of the menu had been reached, order was rapped for by the president and the evening’s pro gram entered upon. The Rev. L. E. Wiggins, pastor of | the North Broad Street Methodist ! church, responded .to the first toast He spoke of His pleasure in having recently been returned to Climon by the Conference and told of his love for the town and the pride with which he always* talks about it and Clinton people wherever he goes. He treated his audience to a number of clever after-dinner stories and was well re ceived. Dr. D. M. Douglas, president of the Presbyterian College, followed with one of ids characterisitc talks inter spersed with several good “jokes” for which he is noted. Seriously speaking, Dr. Douglas praised 7 the club for its work sinse its organization and (Sited it as one of the community’s con- strudttve forces. He spoke of the value cf cooperation in a community and showed the great good and advantages to be derived when the people are united and alLWorking together with one end in view. The Hon. J. J. McSwain of Green ville, Congressman from the Fourth district, was the nerft speaker. He told of his first ...visits, to Clinton’ and 'he pleasant memories 'formed and hat still exist. He said that now is the time for the peopld to take cheer and he strong, adding that prosperity must be based on permanent, sub stantial facts and that this section has wonderful opportunities confronting it. He said that conditions of the country as a whole, are gbod with the outlook now brighter than it has been in the past six years. He said that the prosperity of the country as a nation is United with the world, that v/orld conditions are constantly im- provingtand that the conclusion han been reached that there shall be Peace. In closing he said that the people must come with greater strength into this great day and go forward with their work with confi dence in the future, Clinton at all times carving her share she so richly end marvelously deserves. The Hon. F. P. McGowan of Lau- tfcrjns of Clinton hospitality and the wonderful progress being made by the community, stressing particularly the development of the Calhoun highway through this sec tion. Attractive program folders were ar ranged at each plate, giving the list of members, together with the direct ors and committees. The occasion wafr pronounced by all at one of the { most enjoyable social /unctions ever attended in Clinton. District Governor Fays Official H *° C*»b and Makes The Clinton Chronicle—“The Paper Everybody Reada”—$1.50 Year. Fred Kant of Asheville, governor of the thirty-eighth district of Rotary International, was the guest of the Clinton Rotary club at its _ regular luncheon last Thursday. Mr. Kent was here on an official visit to the local club and was accorded a most cordial welcome by the members. He gave a highly interesting address on the aims and ideals of Rotary and was heard with genuine interest by the Clinton Rotes. Keeping Pace With South Carolina telephone construction program now In progress in the States of Ala bama, Florida, Georgia and the Caro-* iinas is the largest ever undertaken by the Southern Bell Company. The addi tions and replacements this year will cost $13,320,700. More than $770,400 will be expended in South Carolina this year for new telephone buildings, equipment, plant and replace ments. - The enormous sums of money required to meet this deve opment is largely new "capital, which must be furnished by. invest ors who have faith iu the future of this State, or borrowed in the money markets. While this work is In progress your serv ice continued day. ahd night at a higher standard of efficiency and in greater volume than ever before. Our success depends in a large measure upon your continued co-operation, which encourages the telephone workers to strive to serve you better. MORGAN B. 8PEIR, Carolina* Manager , “Bell System•• * SOUTHERN BELL TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY One Policy, One Syttem, Universal Service of honor was becomingly attired in a j Rlus * c furnished by a mixed,male quar HALLOWE’EN PARTY One of the most enjoyable affairs { of the season was the Hallowe’en party given by Miss Clarice Dillard, the teacher of O’dell school. On Sat urday afternoon, she most, delightfully entertained her pupils at her home from two till four o’clock. Upon the arrival of the small guests they were met at the door by the hostess who ushered them into the darkened living room which was beautifully decorated with autumn leaves, black cats, owls, jack-’o-lantems and a huge witch, which stood in one corner. A wood fire burned brightly in the open fire place. After a bit the guests cracked nuts and made candy. Then ensued a period of games, which were “Simon Says,” “Birds Fly,” “Cross Questions,” .“Magic Carpet” and relay races.. Af ter the games were over the guests seated themselves arpund the fire while the gallant little knights toast ed marshmallows over the glowing coals and served the blushing little lassies. Music was rendered by the Victrola until the departure of the guests. o ... beautiful creation of tan brocaded vel vet-chiffon in biege color, with trim mings and under tunic of self-color beaded georgette. Mrs. Hollings v orth, formerly Mfes Rachel McCrat k- in of Newberry, is already .well known here, where she has made many friends who heartily jyelcome her to Clinton. ' t t MRS. HUGH SIMPSON ENTERTAINS MOTHER’S CLUB Mrs. Hugh Simpson was a pleasant hostess to The Mothers’ Club on Thursday afternoon at the regular November meeting. Roll call was an swered with the name of a ^former governor and “The State Government” discussenl. “Our State Officials: Election and Duties”, Mfs. John Spratt. “Compare South Carolina Educa tionally With Other States,” Mrs. Geo. H. ElMs. -> Discussion: “Why South Carolina is So Low in Literacy,” Mra. A. V. Mar- tin, r / "’ After a business hour when plans were discussed relative to thq Christ- BYERS-PITTS WEDDING AT SPARTANBURG One of the lovliest weddings of the fall was that of Miss Esther Kather ine Byers and John Henderson Pitts, Jr., of Clinton, which took place Sat urday evening at 8 o’clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Byers on Advent street. The home was beauti fully decorated, the white and green color scheme being used throughout. The ceremony was performed in the living room, before an improvised al tar, Dr. Mark L. Carlisle officiating. The altar was banked with ferns and large baskets of white chrysanthe mums, on each side pedestals entwin ed with smilax held silver candelbra Before the ceremony a musical pro gram was given. Thurston Deadwyle^j sang “Gray Days,” Miss Mary Sloan then sang “I Love Thee,” which was followed by a violin solo, Kreisleis’ “Old Refrain”, by Vernon Taunee. Mrs: C. C. Pearce of Shelby, N. C., sang “All For You,” - Mr. Deadwyler then sang “Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charmc,” after which Miss Sara Routh played the wedding.march from Lohegrin. Dur- ii.g the ceremony Listz’s'“’Dreams of love’ ’waa-beautifully rendered. > Miss Elizabeth Byers, as maid of honor.and the bride’s only attendant, was gowmed in a blue chiffon, bouf fant style and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The groom entered with bu brother, David Pitts of Clinton. The bride entered with her father, E. D. Byers, by whom she was given in marriage. She was . becomingly gowned in a beautiful white beaded satin, a bandeau of ontage blossoms f held her veil,of brides illusion. The bride’s bouquet was of brides’ roses and swansonia in shower effect. -Mrs. E. D. Byers, the mother of the tet that made a decided hit. Inter spersed with witty and thoughtful speeches, and a general spirit of jolli fication and good fellowship, the pro gram progressed until a late hour, pronounced by all at its conclusion as up to the high standard always main tained on such occasions. The guests upon arriving were '{-greeted by the officers and after a short social period in the ladies club room, the procession was formed and marched into the lovely dining hall while the orchestra composed of Dr. | E. Mood Smith, Dr. Felder Smith ana Miss Leonelle Smith, furnished in spiring music that enlivened the as semblage and proved one of the even ing’s most attractive features. The invocation was offered by Dr. D. J. Woods. W. A. Moorhead, president of the club, presided, and expressed the club’s pleasure in having the ladies pres'ent I 1 0 P. 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