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I i ll FOUIT THE CORSICANA DAILY SUN, MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 1931. BIBS. S. 0. BAGBY EDITOB.

umans imiBiB'IIMIIIIBlM of Silver Wedding Anniversary Former Corsicanan (From Augusta Chronicle) MILLEN, Dec. and Mrs. Ben A. Neal were at homo on Friday evening to a host of their friends in honor of their 25th wedding anniversary. The Neal home was beautifully decorated for the occasion, every detail suggesting the nuptial.

In the Jiving room, the receiving party was grouped before a back ground of ferns and smilax, flanked on either side with white pedestal candelabra holding white burning tapers. The chandelier, above was draped in white tulle, sprigs of fern and 'showered with llllies of the valley. White carnations, silver artamesla and candclebra hanked the mantel. A frieze of smilax completed the setting. In this pretty effect, the bride of 25 years, reecived her guests, In flesh satin frock made with exterme low neck line, close fitting bodice and long flared Bklrt.

Her "flowers were a corsage of pink sweet peas and gardenias. Little Miss Pansy Neal and her little brother, Master Dennis, received with their parents Their attractive little costumes, fashioned alike of brother and sister design were of green and white voile. Receiving in the entrance hall Mrs. F. S.

Boyer, wearing a becoming model of black satin and Mrs. W. M. Corbett powder blue chiffon and lace, Miss Nita Cox presided over the brides book. Miss Cox's costume was a girlish model of black lace and georgette.

Mrs. C. Thompson, frocked in a pretty model of plnK taffeta, made bouffant, and Mrs. Dean Brinson, whose costume was of orchid flat crepe and velvet presented the guests to the receiving line. In the dining room, in which the color note of pink was developed were-Mrs.

D. W. Harrison and Mrs. J. A.

Dixson, Mrs. Q. A. Mulkey, Mrs. Chappie Chandler and Mrs.

Lloyd Walker presided at the coffee-urn. table was covered with a lace cloth, over pink, and had for its central decoration a silver basket filled with, pink carnations. Pink tapers in silver holders with compotes of mints the same shade. Salted the sllve rbonbon dishes completed the table arrangement. Showers of pink tulle extended from the shaded lights above the table to the opposite corners.

Pink candles banked in artemesia and smilax shed a softening glow over the other furnishings in the dining room. A pretty ice course, with pink wedding bells in brick cream and cakes embossed in pink roses on a background of white was served. The beautiful selection of gifts presented to this popular couple 1 were displayed in the sitting rom. Their beautiy bespoke the esteem In which Mr. and Mrs.

Neal are held In their adopted home. They came to MilTen several years ago from Bay Minette, having lived prior to that time in the North, and Middle West, they have been identified with every worthwhile institution in Millen. Mrs. neal has taken a prominent-part in the social and club life of the town, serving for a term as president of the Woman's Club, and Mr Neal, through his editorial columns of the Millen News has been a factor in the progress of Millen and Jenkins county. Mr.

Neal is a native Georgian, his former home being In Wilkea county. Mrs. Neal was originally from Corsicana, Texas, where their wedding ceremony was performed 25 years ago. This lovely reception was one of the most, delightful affairs on the social 'calendar of Millen dur- ine the holidays. As has been mentioned before in regard to the above wedding anniversary.

Mrs Neal, formerly Miss Ruth Harris of this city, has many friends, who will read with, interest the account of the celebration of this silver wedding anniversary. ELEVENTH AVENUE BAPTISTS SHOWING GREAIERJPIEST A Sunday school attendance oi 161, lacking only nine reaching its record attendance, and the largest congregation in recent times at the preaching hour, were the results of the efforts of Eleventh Avenue Baptist church as it went into the first Sunday of the New Year. At the 11 o'clock service extra chairs were placed in the aisles to accommodate the crowd. A special feature of the morning service were the honors paid by the church to a large number "of elderly people who came by special invitation. The pastor expressed to them the exceptional honor they conferred on the church by their presence, the congregation joining him In the Chautaqua salute given in homage of their great contribution to the happiness and elevation of the world.

i Pastor Luper, speaking on the subject, ''The Blessings of a Life in God's Service," pointed to the no- 4 We example of these elderly peo- pie with their ripened years. Rev, Luper said in part: "At least three cardinal facts constitute a life in God's service; a personal acceptance of God in Christ as Saviour and Lord; conscious daily fellowship with God through the reading of the and the indwelling holy Spirit, and service rendered to God in the performance of our duty to our fellowman. "Such a life," said Rev. Luper, "is blessed with a far-reaching influence that in its widening sweep touches millions of souls and reaches eternity itself. The enrichment of character through association with the greatest personality in the universe also awaits those who live with God.

Furth- ermore'they enjoy the consolation of a sympathetic, divine fellowship and the protection of an all powerful Helper." The presence of Mrs. V. H. McMillan, 605 S. Eighteenth street, over her 91st year, who with the vigor of a person of 65 'years'of age, still governs her own household, especially appre- MODES OF THE MOMENT MENUS FOR THE DAY By MRS.

ALEXANDER GEORGE A WINTER LUNCHEON MENU. Cream of Asparagus Soup Cheesed Wafers Chicken and Mushroom Souffle Bittered Peas Hot Rolls Currant Jelly Peach Salad Salted Wafers Orange Sherbet Cocoanut Squares Coffee Cream of Asparagus Soup Serving 8 2 cups diced canned asparagus, 4 cups water, 2 slices onions, 4 celery leaves, 1 teaspoon salt, 4 tablespoons butter, 6" tablespoons flour 5 cups milk, 1-2 cup whipped cream, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley. Mix the asparagus, water, onions, celery and salt. Cook slowly in a covered pan 20 minutes. Masn well.

Melt the butter and add the flour. Blend and add the milk and the asparagus mixture. Cook 4 minutes. Serve in hot cups and with the whipped cream and sprinkle with the parsley. thicken and Mushroom Souffle.

1-2 cup chicken fat or butter, 2-3 cup flour, 1 1-2. teaspoons salt, 1-4 teaspoon paprika, 4 teaspoon- Euls celery salt, 3 cups milk, 3 egg yolks, 2 cups diced cooked chicken, 1 cup cboked mushrooms', 3 tablespoons chopped- pimentos, 2 egg whites beaten. Melt fat and add the flour. Blend we)l and add seasonings and milk. Cook until very thick sauce forms.

Stir constantly. Adc eg yolks and beat 2 minutes Fold 'in rest of Ingredients. Poui Into a battered mold. Set in a pan of hot water and bake for 35 minutes in a moderately alow oven. Unmold carefully and serve.

Cocoamit Squares. 1-2 cup fat, 1 cup sugar, 2 egg yolks, 2-3 cup milk, 1-8 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1-2 teaspoon lemon extract, 2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 egsr whites beaten. Cream the fat and add the sugar. Add the egg yolks, milk, salt, extracts, flour and baking powder. Beat 3 minutes.

Fold in the egg whites and pour into a shallow greased pan. Bake 25 minutes In moderate oven. in squares and frost on all sides. Mr. and Mrs.

Ross Button spent oday In Dallas, gping up in their car for a day of pleasure. Mr. and Mrs. Finis Farr returned Friday from Sherman and Dallas where they spent the holidays with relatives. Mr.

and Mrs. E. O. Smith, P. Russell Smith and Miss Ruth Green spent New Year's day in Fort Worth.

Mrs. Lota Reeves Jackson and Miss Christine Church spent New Year's Day and Friday in Dallas as guests of Mrs. Doak Roberts. Miss Narrette Slater of Fort Worth ancf Waco, has been a visitor in the home of Mr. and Mrs, Hoffmeister since last Tuesday.

Miss Slater plans to stay at least another week. Miss Helen Ward of Mexia was the house guest the past week of Miss Sybil Carter. Miss Ward has returned to Westminster college, Tehuacana, where she Is a student this year. Mrs. R.

L. Sims and daughter Miss Linda Sims, returned Saturday from Dallas. They went up in their car Friday for Ella Ruth Sims, who spent the week in Dallas with relatives and friends. Miss Marie Waltman, who has been In the Navarro Clinic several weeks following an operation was able to be taken home lasl Thursday, and is getting well fast, which, is good news to her many friends. Mr.

and Mrs. George Reid and family of Austln.were visitors here on New Year's day. vlsltec In the home of Mr. and Mrs. M.

Hoffmeister, and Mr. and Mrs MUSIC TEACHERS MEET. TEAGUE, Jan. Bt-Stone Music Teachers, consisting of Freestone and Limestone counties, met Saturday afternoon at the First Methodist church in Mexia. A number of Teague teachers attended.

This organization is pursuing a course of study which leads to an associate degree with the Texas State Music Teachers Association. elated. Also Mr. Hooks, resident of South Thirtieth street, dressed in Confederate uniform, now In his 85th year, brought the congregation to tears as he sang with iti old-time melody, the song: "The Eden of Love." The church quartet also sang. Quality and Price merchandise purchased from us is of the best quality we can buy and the price Is always right.

When you have repair work done see that you get best material as It is cheaper after all. Tell us your troubles. TAYLOB ELECTRIC fO, "We Know How." W. C. Rhoads.

Mr. Reid was 'ormerly with Rhoads Bros. Jewelry store here. Mr Mrs. Clarke Burr came in Sunday night from Terrell where Mrs.

Burr and daughter, Miss Catherine Burr spent the Christmas holidays with relatives Miss Burr has returned to the College of Industrial Arts at Denton to resume her studies. Russell Sam Haslam, Manuel Gotlieb, Alvin Miller, and Henry L. Graves, left last night for College Station to resume their studies in A. and M. college, after spending the Christmas and New Year holidays with I their respective families.

Ray Floyd, formerly of Dallas, but now of Brownwood stopped over in Corsicana from Thursday until Saturday morning, on his return to Wesley College, Greenville, after spending the holidays with his parents. He was the guest Familiar Faces in Society Pages Dallas Sunday Newspapers The Dallas Morning News and the Dallas Times-Herald carried pictures', in the society sections of the following people, well known Corslcanans and what was said about each one, which will be of Interest to their friends here: Mrs. A. V. Lane.

Mrs. A. V. Lane Is genial chairman for the annual luncheon which John Cavet Chapter, United State Daughters of 1812, will give Friday at the Y. W.

C. A. In observance of the anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. Mrs. Lane organized the Dallas chapter which was named for one of her ancestors.

She is a former state regent and has also served the national organization of the Daughters of 1812 in official capacity." Mrs. Lane, the sister of Mrs. J. E. Whlteselle of this city, has visited here quite often and has many Corsicana friends and acquaintances.

Ruth Crass. Ruth CrosBf has returned to her native Texas to work an another novel, her publishers, Longmans, Green announce. She expects to spend least two months in Tyler. Her most recent book, "Enchantment," was published about a year Mrs. Ralph Klnsloe.

In a group picture in the DaJ- las News of some of the members of St. Matthews Woman's League who are active in the philanthropic work of the league this winter was Mrs, Ralph Klnsloe, a former Corsicanan. Miss Joe Jarrell. Miss Joe Jarrell, teacher of music in the Lagow school of Dallas, was pictured in the Dallas News as organizer and guardian of a new Camp Fire Girls group in the Lagow school, the group taking the name of Hiawatha. Miss Jarroll was formerly supervisor of music in the Corsicana schools.

Christmas Reunion Celebrated By Old Mississippi Family On Christmas Day the "sons, daughters, grandi'ons and granddaughters of Mrs. W. E. Bancroft of Powell gathered at the home of her eldest son, O. L.

Bancroft, to honor her with the first assemblage of this family of Mississippi origin, in approximately 15'years, during which time the husband and a daughter, Mrs. John Garner of Traxler, have passed away. The reunion consisted of four sons, two daughters, 11 grandsons and tvff) granddaughters. Those present at the holiday occasion were: Mrs. W.

E. Bancroft Mr. and Mrs. O. L.

Bancroft and son, Mr. and Mrs. J. Bancroft-and family, all of Powell; Mr. and Mrs.

C. A. Bancroft and family of Roane, M. E. Bancroft of Forest; Mr.

and Mrs. Geo. Knapp and son Mobile, and Mr. and Mrs. A.

J. Harris and family of Streotman. Immediately following the Christmas holiday's, Mrs. Bancroft returned with her' daughter, Mrs. Knapp to Mobile, where she will make her home.

She has formerly been residing with her son, O. L. Bancroft at Powell. DALLAS WOMAN- INJURED Mrs. Joe C.

Joyce of Dallas was slightly injured' about 5 o'clock Sunday afternoon when the car in which she and Mr. Joyce were driving collided with another car driven by S. H. Burnett. Mrs.

Joyce was taken to the Navarro Clinic where her injuries were found to be only slight, and given medical attention. Both cars were badly damaged. MAKE THIS MODEL AT HOME PATTERN 2079 The CnrslcaJuT'Dally Snn ISc 2079 First Grandchild In Ira Boltz Home Born Last Friday Mrs. Ira Boltz returned, Saturday from Ennis where she had been with her daughter, Mrs. R.

A. Porter and her little daughter, Barbara Ann, who made her ar rival at 5:25 m. on Friday. January 2. This little lady received a hearty welcome upon her arrival as she is the-first grandchild on both sides of the family, her paternal grandparents being Mr.

and Mrs. W. Porter of Dallas. Mrs. Porter will be remembered as Miss Marie Boltz, a former very popular Corsicana girl.

She and her husband have a host of Corsicana friends who join in extending hearty congratulations. Modern Wall Paper Will chase out the gloom from your rooms. Our wall paper wll make your rooms cheerful, bright lighter. Come see our now designs. A.

W. LEVERMAN A SON. By ANNE ADAMS Jumper frocks have taken the fashion world by storm, for adults and youngsters alike, because of their chic and their practicability. One may have any number of blouses in different colors and fabrics, giving the effect of a new dress with each change. The model sketched adds smartness with pointed front and back yokes from which inverted pleats fall in graceful manner.

Pattern 2079 is serviceable made of pique, llnene, shantung, kasha, jersey, challls, wool crdpe, etc. i The blouse is delightful of cotton broadcloth, dimity, lawn or crepe de chine. Color combinations of brown and beige, brown and turquoise, green and egg-shell, navy blue and pink are extremely youthful and smart. May be obtained, only in sizes 6, 8, 10 and 12. Size 6 requires 21-8 yards of 39-inch dress fabric and 11-4 yards of 36-inch blouse fabric.

No dressmaking experience Is necessary to make this model with our pattern. Yardage for very size, and simple, exact Instructions are given. Send FIFTEEN CENTS (ISc) in coins carefully wrapped, or stamps, 'or each pattern. Be sure to write plainly your NAME, ADDRESS, STYLE NUMBER and SIZE wanted. SEND FOR OUR WINTER FASHION BOOK, containing exquisite models for adults and children and an excellent assortment of transfer patterns and stamped novelties that make delightful and inexpensive GUSTS.

Price FIFTEEN CENTS, Book with pattern, 25 cents. Address all mail and Sun Pattern Department, 248 West 17tJi Street, New York City. Vacation Dinner Feature of Christmas Holidays A pretty -dinner, party given by Miss 'Annette Overman' at her home on Mills' drive on Saturday afternoon, was a closing social feature of the vacation period, given the schools-for the Christmas and New Year season, the following girls of the high school having had a happy time together in Informal dances, dinners, bridge and theater parties: Misses Overman, Arabella Jester, Sarah McCammon, Frances Kelly, Helen Holmes, May Flo Mason and Dorothy Woodrow. At 7 o'clock a three course dinner was served, with covers laid the seven, at a table, daintily appointed in red and green, with red carnations and as the center decoration. After dinner bridge an ddanc- ing were enjoyed.

Sun want ads orlne results. Filosofy fir Faith ttiirrrnrn. King Gntt Brltiln rjjhti mervta. When you find your husband has a checkered career tell him his move. Stop! Stop! Why not stop with us for high quality gas.

Reasonably priced groceries "and guaranteed yard eggs. We give Green Stamps. BUCKHORN SERVICE STATION Phone 1672. -847 S. 15th St.

RESIDENCE: 6M w. 5th Are. Phone 236A Shop Phone B1L H.R. C. Bridge Club Elected Officers At Meeting on Saturday The H.

R. C. Bridge club, which was organized last week at the home of Miss Hazel Perktnson, met Saturday afternoon at the home of and Mrs. Lewis Tldd with their daughter, Miss Edeina Tidd as hostesses. As this was the first- regular meting off leers'Air the year were elected as follow: President, Miss Perkinson; vice president, Miss Maurite Henderson; secretary, Miss Juanita Hagle; treasurer, Miss Edeina Tidd, and reporter, Miss Vernon Noble.

Honor guest on this occasion was Mrs. Jimmle Lorimer of Kansas City, who as Miss Estelle Walker was formerly one of this group of girls. Miss Ruth Matthews was a substitute player in the bridgel game that followed the session. A pink and green color scheme prevailed in the decorations of the home, and in the game accessories for the three tables. The club high score favor was won by Miss Ferklnson.

After the game, Miss Tldd assisted by her mother, served a delectable sandwich course with hot chocolate and cake. Next Saturday the club will have as hostess, Rea. Insurance Of All Kinds. W. L.

THOMPSON. Phone 294. Care Church TMiddleton, First Natl Bank Bldg. Eggs! Eggs! Make your hens produce while eggs are high. Green's Poultry Tonic (manufactured In Corsi- cann) Is sold and guaranteed by your dealer.

Sun want ads bring results. SHOP See the New 1931 Dodge Brothers cars in our show rooms at six o'clock this evening. JACKSON BROTHERS. How To Bathe Baby Many babies develop a fear of the bath because they are not of Miss Jean Delahay while in the started In right. It is well to lay city.

Mrs. Harry Williams left this morning for Dallas to join Mrs. M. T. Lively for a motor trip to Houston, where the two will be guests of Mr.

and Mrs. C. W. Redmon. Before returning they will visit Mrs.

sister-in- law, Mrs. E. M. Pollard and family of Beaumont. Miss Sybil Carter left Sunday on her return to C.

I. Denton, to resume her studies after spending the Christmas and New Year holiday season with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. W.

Carter. She stopped in Dallas for the day wfth her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Sam W. Fulton, Jr.

DIAZ QFFICIAL DIES LAREDO, Jan. Akegaria, 70, once member of the cabinet of the late President Porfirlo Diaz of Mexico, died here yesterday. He had lived in Laredo since leaving Mexico when Diaz was overthrown. ECONOMIZE Have your shoes rebuilt. Theft use two money you save on other things.

Best of repair work, reasonable prices. UBERTJT SHOE SHOP. West 5th Avenue. Send It to the Laundry We never freeze up. Prices guaranteed equal to your wash woman.

Phone 234 and 236. SPECIAL PERMANENT WAVE $5.00 Guaranteed. SILVEY BEAUTY SHOP. thoo. 1193.

B09 Sri Are. a bath towel in the bottom of the tub and put a small amount of water in first, so as not to frighten the baby. If baby is plunged immediately into a tub of water, it becomes startled and may never enjoy a tub bath; whereas if the water Is added gradually, the baby's attention in the meantime being attracted to something else, he soon learns to enjoy the morning dip. After, drying Baby thoroughly always 'dust a good baby powder in the creases and folds of the skin, under the arms and around the buttocks. A highly perfumed powder or "rough" powder should not be used.

The finer the powder, the better. Probably the best for the purpose Is McKesson's Baby Powder. It contains a very fine and high-grade talc with other refreshing and soothing Ingredients. It is a' real medicinal entirely different from any other. It absorbs moisture, prevents friction, chafing, "urine- burn" and redness and keeps baby's skin In that smooth, white state that betokens wholesomeness and It is deodorizing to the point where it keeps baby smelling sweet and fresh without the use of a perfume that has no relation to' baby innocence.

All McKesson Service Druggists and other independent drug stores sell and guarantee McKesson's Baby Powder. A McKesson and Robblns' product. Use Resinol ror That Annoying Rash Its soothing medication stops itching almost soreness and starts healing at for the tenderest, most irritated and economical to use. All druggists sell Resinol Ointment. Try it! For free sample, write Retlaol, Dipt.

55, Baltimore, Md. ra. E. J. Jeffers A permanent professional cor- setierre, representing the Spl- rella Corset Also the Better Health Magnetic Coll.

Ring 65 for a demonstration of either. LA MODE Bargains for All Smoke Sale Now In Progress -9 HAIR CUTS during the winter months from 7:30 a. m. till noon, hair cuts 40c; neck clips 20c. Afternoon hair cuts are regular prices.

BARD'S BEAUTY SHOP Phone 1427 Beaton Hotel Bldg. STYLES FOR. WOMEN New Spring Dresses, Let your new dress be one of the new spring styles, and let It come from The Brooks Shop. So many new styles are here awaiting yoTir early visit stud selection- Beautiful prints, smart and distinctive in every way. Solid shades in flat crepe, or chiffon, and every dreM an outstanding value.

Be sure you see these new dresses, you will be pleasantly, surprised to see such lovely styles, and such values AT away the lines and wrinkles, pat away the double chins! Pat your way to perfection with the vibrant little Dorothy Gray Patter. One, two, three! One, two, three! The brisk, rhythmic patting stimulates a rapid, healthy circulation, making the muscles firm, keeping the clear and bright And it's all so quick, so easy I The Dorothy Gray Pat. ter does its work deftly and well. It costs only $2.50. You will find all the famous Dorothy Gray at our Toilet Goods Department.

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