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/ • h Thursday, November 20, 1952 THE CLINTON CHRONICLE Page Thre# The WOMAN’S PAGE Society Events, Club and Church News of Interest telephone 74 or 495 Birthday Party For Gwen Hitt Gwin Hitt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hitt, was honored on her tenth birthday Saturday after noon. 1 About ten little friends joined her for a theatre panty. Afterwards, they accompanied her home and were served mints, homemade ice cream and the decorated birthday cake. Small hats were given as favors. Each guest remembered Gwin with a gift. exerted a greater influence than LoV0ly Tea Honors any other one. religious sect, an ^ »v/p ' c 1 being pacifists they were impartial JYIlSS oUHierei in the last war, ministering to both sides. George Fox was the theo logian who founded the Quakers | Mrs. J. J. Cornwall. Every mem-j of Love,” with Mrs. Ray Anderson, ber is asked to bring a box gift Miss Ruth Bailey, Mrs. Bluff wrapped and there will be a prize 5 lakely and Mrs ’ Cal(lwe11 Hen ' group, spoke of the improvements made at the college and the broad service it is rendering in the edu cational field. A member of the Converse Music ; faculty, Mrs. Coren Johnsted, ofi Oslo, Norway, in nature costume! played on the piano a number of Norwegian Folk songs by Grieg. | Adorning the T-shaped table was an oblong arrangement of fruit, in terspersed with ribbons in the Con verse colors, purple and gold. Chrysanthemums arranged in the colors were on the piano. Long Branch Club Has Meet The Long Branch Demonstration club met at the school house Mon day afternoon, with the meeting be ing called to order by the president, Mrs. Claude Madden. The devotional was given by Mrs. L. B. Sumeral, which was followed by prayer. The roll was called and minutes read by the Secretray, Mrs. J. M. Cunningham. Mrs.' Lois Cox gave a paper on the “yellow jas mine”, the state flower. Mrs. Joe Poole, one of the local leaders, gave a demonstration on “Improving Your Health, Weight and Personal ity.” ^ Cards concerning this year’s work were filled out by members. Refreshments were served by the hostesses, Mrs. Joe Poole, Mrs. Ellen Poole and Mrs. Robert Elmore. Century Club Studies "Quakers" Mrs. C. Bynum Betts was host ess on Tuesday afternoon to mem bers of the Century club at her home on East Walnut street. Contmuing a study of religious groups in the United states, Mrs. George Bellingrath gave an inter esting program on the “Quakers.” greetings. Dr. Edward M. Gwath- She stated there are 160,000 Quak- mey, president, who addressed the'ers in the United States and they and William Penn is one of the fa mous early Quakers who was re sponsible for*.the Philadelphia set tlement. There are four divisions of the Quaker church. Bond-Ulmer Rites Announced Honoring Miss Betty Jean Sum-,, ,, ... erel, December bride-elect, a lovely for the most attractive package, tea was given from four until five- thirty Friday afternoon at the J. C. Thomas home. Hostesses were Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. W. A. Moorhead, Mrs. R. P. Wilder, Mrs. Julian Bolick and Mrs. Caldwell Henderson. Miss Maud Sumerel and Miss Ag nes Davis greeted the guests and Mrs. Thomas presented them to the t receiving line which was composed Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bond of this j of Mrs. Moorhead, the honoree, her city announce the marriage of their mother, Mrs. S. W. Sumerel and Mrs. Regular Meeting Of Church Women The regular monthly meeting of the Women-of-the-Church was held on Monday afternoon at the First Presbyterian church. Mrs. Robert S. Owens, president, presided. Mrs. W. C. Baldwin led the worship service which was fol lowed by a business session. The afternoon’s program was a talk by Mrs. Frank Kellars on John J. Eagen. Mr. Eagen, whom Mrs. Kellers knew when she was a girl, was a prominent business man of Atlanta, Ga., who dedicated his life and wealth to God’s work. ~ ~— Converse Luncheon At Hotel Here A luncheon district meeting of alumnae of Converse college, Spar tanburg was held here last Thurs day in the ballroom of Hotel Mary Musgrove. Cities represented in the district included Clinton, Lau rens, Greenwood, Abbeville, New berry, Ninety Six, and Ware Shoals. Attending from Converse college were Miss Mary Wilson Gee, Dean Emeritus and Miss Mary Kilgore, alumnae secretary who brought daughter, Roberta Ann, to Dewey Hobson Ulmer of Savannah, Ga. The rites were performed Sunday, No- Miss Mary Lou Simpson, Laurens florist, will be the guest speaker. The Sunbonnet Club will meet Monday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the home of Mrs. M. L. Robertson. Miss Caribel Ham spoke to all the Garden clubs on landscaping Saturday afternoon at Providence derson taking part. Mrs. Moorhead and Mrs. S. W. Sumerel reported on the associational meeting held recently at Cross Hill. The following new officers were installed at a recent meeting: •. President—Mrs. J. H. Darr. 1st Vice-President — Miss Ruth Bailey. Wilder. Mrs. Leila N. Johnson and Mrs vember 16 Judge” J 1 fn "h C ' X ' Per inv “t?, th ' guesU ‘ nto Woman's MTs.onar/'s^'ety ”of ihe HewWte Wasl^ LaTrens 8 : were M^ SXk Baptsit church war held on Mr. and Mra. Ulmer will make | Z M ” R.Tlr'u “ck.'m"! W “ Monday a '“ r " 00 " *' U ' PaU "- their home in Savannah, Ga., where; Anderson, Mrs. A. K. Dill, Mrs the groom is employed. Methodist W. S. C. S. In Monthly Meet George H. Ellis and Miss Ruth Bailey poured hot punch during the tea hours. Assisting in serving fancy j sandwiches, assorted dainties and ‘decorated cakes, carrying out the The Woman’s Society of Christian wedding, motif, were Kay Thomas, Service met Monday afternoon at!Julie Bolick, and Dell Wilder. A Broad Street Methodist church with j green and white bridal motif pre- Mrs. L. S. Reddeck, vice president in; vailed in the dining room appoint- charge. ' ! ments. A silver candelabra holding Mrs. Hugh Simpson gave the de- [ lighted white tapers and decorated votional with the theme, “Pilgrims i w ith fern and flowers centered the school. The program was sponsor-! <2 nd Vke-President—Mrs. J. K. ed by the Carolina Wren club. I Lawton. ... J7Z * ' , Young People's Director — Mrs. Baptist Women Lynn Cooper. Nrrmrik Of fir-ore; 1 Secretary—Mrs. R. H. McGee. iN r in ® '^ I “ CerS . : Treasurer—‘Mrs. Guy Tumblin. The November meeting of the Mission Study Chairman— Mrs. Harwood Nelson. Stewardship Chairman — Mrs. Joe Leake. son circle in charge of the pro gram. Mrs. W. A. Moorhead, program chairman, presented the program on “An Awakened Nigeria Learns 1 Community Mission Chairman— Mrs. Clarke Johnson. Literature Chairman — Mrs. R. M. League. (Continued on page two) of Light.” During the business session Mrs. . .. - i Murphy Timmerman reviewed the 'hOf nthemums and greenery were | “Goal of The Woman’s Society of so use • * Christian Service” for the year. Throughout the receiving rooms Mrs. V. S. Harwell gave an inter- floral adornmen? featured red and; esting ..report. of Jhe .recent—Bible chrysanthemvuns and. otheri- ~ study class. i arrangements blended from yellow to bronze The meeting was closed with sen tence prayers. Miss Sumerel was presented a cor- >. * * sage to wear for the occasion. A F iftlo T-TrrQ number of the bride-elect’s friends Lilt life? LKjy iiClo anc j relatives from Belton were in- Birthday Party vited t0 cal1 during the afternoon. Mrs. Edgar Lee Benjamin gave a Frank Fowler bade the guests party on Monday afternoon, at the goodbye. ^ home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. ^ ^ ‘ T. P. Owens, in honor of her little CjTarden OlUDS fourth^birthday 0 was celebra “ n8 hls Will Meet Monday The lovely d^ made it possible for ! C1 f ara ^ cket J Garde # n the twenty-five little guests to en-1 . mee * at ** h o™ ° Mrs ' joy outdoor games and contests. 1 £ovembe^°2r r y aftern0 ° n A birthday cake with four lighted ^ Y r elk)w Jasmine Garden candles, miniature Indian and cow- club wiU meet Mondayt Nov 2 4. boy decorations, placed upon a re- at 3 :30 with Mrs T c John fleeter made a colorful western au- Sr co-hostesses will be Mrs. W. tumn scene. Ice cream, cookies, j c Sheal nd Mrs Edward c candy, potato chips and punch were i be |j ser\ed. §0,^ Carolina Wren club The little honoree received many will meet at the Baptist church gifts and souvenirs of the occasion Monday at 2 o’clock All members were berets for the girls and whistles are as k ed to bring their own mate _ tea table which was overlaid with a lace cover. Arrangements of white' Cauls fhat Sag 'Especially fm Yea.' Choose from our wide selec tion of Christmas sentiments. Have them personalized with your own name. Order now toavoid disap- tpointment. .. BOXED CARDS One design or assorted Chronicle Pub. Co. Stationery Department for the boys. Bridge Clubs Parties This Week Mra*- B, G. iSmith -entertained guests for Jour^ tables of bridge on Wednesday af ternoon of the past week at the home of the former. Lavender, pink and yellow chry santhemums were artistically ar rayed in the living room and the dining room the floral arrangements were in yellow. Nuts, candies and punch were en joyed during the games and after cards a salad course^ Russian tea and cookies were served. Mrs. Francis Blalock, Mrs. Roy Gasque and Mrs. Wilmot Shealy were winners of the score prizes for 1 : the progressions. rials to begin Christmas arrange ments. The Green Garden club will! meet Monday _ at 4 o'clock with Thoughts for Thanksgiving.,. Now thot Thanksgiving is about here, you will want to look your best on this holiday. L.~B. * DILLARD is prepared as never before to sup ply you with quality merchandise for Men and Boys. • HATS • SUITS • SHIRTS • TOPCOATS • SPORT COATS • PANTS • SWEATERS • JACKETS 1 • SHOES Also a complete line of Furnishings and Work Clothing. Rubber Boots, Overshoes and Rain Coats. YOU CANT BEAT VALUES L B. DILLARD "The One-Price Store" % £ Price Sale ...ON... A dessert bridge was given Thurs day afternoon by Mrs. Caldwell Henderson for members of her card club. Two tables were laid for refresh ments and when the guests assem bled a sweet course was served. Club score award went to Mrs. Norman Sloan. White and maroon chrysanthe mums made a pretty background for the tables. - ! ♦> it Savings Accounts 3%—DIVIDEND—3% We invite savings account* from the people of Clinton and vicinity. You will like our friendly and efficient ser vice, and you wiH receive your dividend promptly eack January 1st and July 1st Any amount —- from $1 up — opens an account. Each account is insured up to $10,000 by the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation. Two people may have up to $30,000 fully insured. Accounts by mail promptly acknowledged. , Chartered and Supervised by the United States Government Laurens Federal Savings & Loan Association Telephone 22271 LAURENS’ LARGEST SAVINGS INSTITUTION 104 West Main Street Laurens, S. C. Mrs. Thornwell Dunlap entertain ed members of her bridge club on Thursday for a number of afternoon games. Two tables were in play with Mrs. J. B. Hart making top sepre. When | cards were laid aside, a salad course, 1 coffee, sweets and nuts were en- ! joyed. Seasonal arrangements fea turing berries and greenery adorned ! the card rooms. Auxiliaries Meet At iNew Legion Hut The afternoon group of the Ameri can Legion auxiliary held their meeting on Monday at the new Leg ion hut. Mrs. Edward Campbell presented the program on Americanism. Fol lowing the business session a social hour was enjoyed during which the hostesses, Mrs. George W. Bailey, Mrs. Jack Anderson, and Mrs. Ry- land F. Sumerel served banana ■bread, Russian tea, and nuts. Later they hung new drapes which the group had made for the building. The evening group also met at the hut, at which time they heard a report by Mrs. R. P. Chapman of the fall rally held in Columbia Oc tober 31,-November 1. Miss Florrie Burdette discussed “Americanism.'’ During a business session the group voted to have a coffee hour at the Veterans hospital in Columbia w'hen a satisfactory date could be established. Refreshments were served by the hostesses Mrs. Edgar Taylor, Jr., and Mrs. Talmadge Sim mons. Chrysanthemums were prettily ar ranged in the meeting rooms for the occasion. The two groups will meet jointly for the Christinas party. Dresses -Coats Suits Sale Starts Thursday, Nov. 20th. Through Saturday 22nd. Doors Open at 9:00 O’clock Thursday Morning Come in and see for your self. We will gladly help you. Real Bargauns as Always! SKIRTS REDUCED. -- - HATS - V2-PRICE 1 ■ a a a a \t •# a a § a is I a I a a a 1! a % a n a *• mm a a a I a i; § I NO CHARGES - NO APPROVALS LADIES’ READY-TO-WEAR SHOPPE a a a a a M a : ELLA ADAIR :: PHONE 129 aaaaaa