Mt. Vernon Register-News from Mt Vernon, Illinois • Page 2

THE REGISTER-NEWS MT. VERNON, ILLINOIS IP mm ERSONAL Utt. OM Kennedy, who hw been seriously ill confined to her home, 102 north 13th some Improvement, Oecir Gentles of Bluford was a Mt Vernon business visitor yes- Bob Reynolds, who ifrsta- ttoned at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, Is spending a 30-day leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Reynolds of the Waltonvllle Road.

Robert Becker Is in Springfield today transacting business. Mrs. K. M. Rodenbush of Wal- tonvllle was a visitor In Mt, Ver.

non yesterday. Lee Bond of Iplx spent Wednesday In this city. Mr. and Mrs. H.

E. Krisman of St, Louis, spent today in Mt. Vernon transacting buslnesa with the QIft Chest Jewelers Lewis, spent today in Carbondale on business. and Mrs. A.

E. Prennan of Iija were visitors in this city Wed- negHay. Williamson of Wayne CUy spent yesterday in Mt. Mrs- Harry C. Glbbs of Dahleren was a Mt.

Vernon visitor Wednesday. Ross Partridge. 12-year old son of the Rev. and Mrs. Ross Partridge, underwent an operation yesterday at the Children's Hospital in St.

Louis. Hisi condition is" Slowly Improving. Joe Slivka spent today in St. Mo. Marilyn Agnes Elliott, daughter of Mrs.

Marie T. Elliott of- McLeansboro will arrive home foivthe Christmas holidays. She is a- at Stephens College, Columbia, where the Christ mas vacation started today. i'Mrs, C. C.

Merchant has return ed from Holywood where she spent the past several weeks with her brother, Peter Politer, the disc jockey and his wife, the former Beryl Davis, popular singer, and their infant son; Mrs. Merchant was met in Albuquerque, New Mexico by Mr, and Mrs. Potter. (Mr. and Mrs.

Nelson Keen of Kftenes were Mt. Vernon business visitors this morning. iMrs. Howard Clifton, Mrs. Wel- dofli McCoy, Mrs.

Lester Shell, Mjs. Mrs. Mrs. John Mitchell and Mrs. Roy Shepherd, members of the AMVET Auxiliary, visited at Hospital last evening.

those from Mt. Vernon attending the dinner meeting of thfr-Central Southern Association Underwriters in Salem last evening were Mr. and Mrs. James Kbeningsmark, Mr. and Mrs.

Law- Sanders. Mr. and Mrs. Ced- JfClarke, Ralph Kaufman. tV and Mrs.

A. Paul Fellinger, and Mrs. Norman Clark, Mrs. 9t Henneberry, Bill Thompson, Mias Carol Dillingham and Mr. and Mrs.

C. J. Thompson. Maude Garrison of was a Mt. Vernon business visitor today.

SR C. Buntin and James Buntin ofjiBenton were Mt. Vernon business visitors today. O. C.

Hagebush of Ashley Wednesday in this city. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Osborn of BlUford were Mt. Vernon visitors tojflky.

Ivan Pepple of Bluford was a visitor in this city Wednesday. Mrs. Maude Place of Walton- viye was a Mt Vernon business visitor today. Ti H. Brisby of Wayne City transacted business in this city yesterday.

ewriter Is Put in Evidence In Trial of Hiss SOCIETY McLeansboro Couple Married 68 Years Have Open House Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Waller T. Barr will celebrate their 58tli wedding anniversary Saturday, December 24, at their home, 505 north Pearl street, McLeansboro, 111. They will have open house Saturday afternoon from one until four o'clock, during which time their friends are invited to visit with them.

Mr. and Mrs. BBIT have spent the 58 years of married life on the farm where they raised ten children. Their children are Mrs. Harry Cross and Mrs.

Joe Cross of East St. Louis, 111., Ottie Barr of Fairfield, Wesley Barr of Murphysboro, Mrs, Alva Dale. Mrs. Earl Jenkins, Mrs. Edgar Tennison of Mt.

Vernon, and Rosier Barr, Virgil Barr and Mrs. Gene Irvin. Mr. Barr is 81 years of age and Mrs. Barr is 77.

They have 24 grandchildren and ten grandchildren. Honored At Dinner The telephone operators and guests held a Christmas dinner and gift exchange at the American Cafe last evening. The occasion was honoring Miss Elaine White, who is resigning as Union Steward to accept a position with the commercial department in the local telephone company office. The group enjoyed music and dancing around a huge lighted Christmas tree. By AisoalatMl NEW YORK, Dec.

battered old typewriter that became a key exhibit in Alger Hiss' first perjury trial was put in evidence by the defense today in second trial. The government claims Hiss, formerly a high State Department official, copied official secret documents on this machine and turned' them over to a pre-war Soviet spy. ring. Hiss denies doing any such thing. At the first trial last summer, jurors revealed that they tested the typewriter repeatedly in their hours of deliberation that ended disagreement.

A Washington, D. truckman testified today that he sold the ancient typewriter to one of Hiss' lawyers for $15 early this year. Earlier, Boston lawyer John Hall testified that Hiss was employed by his firm from 1930 to and had an excellent reputation for loyalty, integrity and truthfulness. Hall is senior member of the Cho'ate, Hall and Stewart law firm. An earlier witness, who once liVed next door to Hiss, said he never saw Whittaker Chambers anywhere in the neighborhood.

Chambers is Hiss' chief accuser. He says Hiss gave him the papers for-ttransmittal to Soviet spies Postpone Class Social The social of the Friendship Bible Class of the First Presby terian church, which was to have been held Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Charles Nation. been postponed until January. First Methodist Choir The First Methodist Choir will rehearse tonight at 7:30 o'clock.

Have Christmas Social The Dorcas Class of the Logan Street Baptist church met at the church Tuesday evening for the Christmas social. The meeting was. opened with the members singing "0 Come All Ye Falthul" followed with a prayer by Mrs. Walter Bertram. Mrs.

Ota Duncan gave the de votional Mrs. Geneva Elder, Mrs. Frank McGath and Mrs. Walter Bertram presented several trio numbers. A gift exchange was held around a lighted tree.

Refresh ments were served by the hostesses, Mrs. Curran Parr, Miss Elder and Mrs. Ralph Taylor. Camp Ground Unit The regular monthly meeting and Christmas social of the Camp Ground Unit of the Home Bureau was held Tuesday, December 13 at the home of Mrs. Clarence Bennett.

There were 16 members pesent Mrs. Marie Faulkner was welcom ed as a new member and Mrs Louise Stevens was a guest. Mrs. Ray Smart gave the lesson and the election of officers for the coming year was held. Officers are: chairman, Mrs.

Owen Donham; vice chairman, Mrs. Pearl Smith; secretary-treasurer, Mrs. W. A. Purcell: recreation leader, Mrs.

J. C. Williams; health. Miss Ruth King; 4-H sponsor. Miss Juanita Bennett; reporter, Mrs.

Lee Scott. Mrs. Edith Bailey was in charge of the social hour. Games were won by Mrs. Fay Gowler.

Mrs. Pearl Smith, Mrs. Owen Donham and Miss Juanita The January meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Pearl Smith. Rebekah Lodge Meeting The Grace A.

Henry Rebekah Lodge No. 292, met in regular session Monday evening for a potluck supper. After the supper the group enjoyed a Christmas gift exchange. During a business session Louise Sneddon was elected Noble Grand. Other officers elected for the year were Cleo Sandusky, vice grand; Florence Bayer, secretary: Vena Dethrow, financial secretary; Dana Atkinson, treasurer.

Retiring Noble Grand was Delia Mae Artis, W. W. Club Meeting Members of the W. Club were Grace CI ay ton at her home on the Fairfield Road. The home was beautifully decorated for the Christmas season.

A business meeting was held and new officers elected for the coming ear werei president, Merle Ruddick: and secretary treasurer, Grace Clayton. Mystery pals were revealed arid gift exchange was held. The emainder of the evening was spent in playing games. Prises were won by Edna Patterson, Roxie Williams, Mabel Elliott and Ora Keef. Miss Aline Williams was corned as a new member.

Guests were Ora Keef and Louella Sanders. Mrs. Clayton served refreshments at the close of the evening. The next meeting will be held January at the home of Mrs, Lena Collins in the form of a luck supper. Day Unit The Rome Day Unit of the Home Bureau met Tuesday afternoon, December 13 at the home of Mrs.

Howard Copple. There were 18 members and one guest present for the lesson given by the Home Adviser, Miss Anna Betty Huck. Officers for the coming year were elected during the business meeting. A Christmas gift exchange was held and miniature Christmas trees were exhibited. The January meeting will be at the home of Mrs.

Forest Stewart. Presbyterian Choir The adult Presbyterian Choir will not rehearse tonight. Rehearsal will be. held at seven o'clock Friday night. Please be present and on time.

AMVET Auxiliary Members of the AMVET Auxiliary made the regular monthly visit to the Marion Veteran's Hospital last evening. The group entertained the veterans with games and gave cigarettes. The annual Christmas party will be held at the hospital December 20. All Auxiliary members desiring to attend are asked to contact Mrs. Howard Clifton, hospital chairman.

LOCAL COUPLE MARRIED oris HOSPITAL NOTK Good Samaritan Admitted: Mrs. Pauline Tucker. Clea Jones; Mrs. Gussie Johnson of 'iBluford. Discharged: Wayne Cox of Fajxfield; Edward S.

Everett of City; infant Jimmi Nash Jelferson Memorial Admitted: George Kernodle; RiMard Hawkins; George How- Discharged: Gene Etiene 9f Life Underwriter! Have Dinner At Southern Gardens The Central Southern Association of Life Underwriters held the annual Christmas dinner and ladies' night at Southern Gardens, Salem, last evening. The room was beautifully decorated in keeping with the Yuletide season. Dinner was served to approximately 75 members and guests. Cedric Clarke, of Mt. Vernon, president of the Association, conducted the meeting and the evening was spent socially.

Bill Bailey of Mt. Vernon acted as master of ceremonies and presented a trio Sharon Buckham, Phyllis Clarke and Lois Lee Rucker, who gave several selections. They were accompanied by Mrs. O. P.

Gilbert at the piano. Joan Henneberry gave a baLet, toe and tap dance. She was accompanied by her mother, Mrs. J. Henneberry.

Irl Farlow of McLeansboro rendered a vocal solo. He was accompanied by Mrs. Gilbert. A quiz program, also a "Beat the Music" contest was held. Guests were present from Salem, Mt.

Vernon, Centralia, McLeansboro and several other neighboring towns. Prior to the dinner the group sang "God Bless MR. AND MRS. Photo) THOMAS J. AYDT Hint Britain Has Made Atom Bomb Aydt-Glatz Miss Gertrude Glatz, daughter of Joe Glatz of the Ashley Road recently became the bride of Thomas, J.

Aydt, son of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Aydt of 416 South Fifteenth Street. The Impressive double ring ceremony was performed in St.

Mary's church at 9 a. m. Saturday, November 26, by the Rev. Father James Burke. The bride wore a wedding gown of white satin, fashioned with full 1 lines and ending in a long train, Her veil was fastened onto a tiara of seed pearls and she carried an', old-fashioned nosegay of white' rosebuds and fern tied with white satin ribbons and streamers.

Her attepdants were her sister, Miss Lorene Glatz and Miss Lorene Aydt, cousin of the groom. Mt. V. Actor Is Praised by London Critic Wright King, young Mt. Vernon actor who appeared In the hit play, "A Streetcar Named Desire," has received praise in a column in the London Times by Harold Hobson, one of the world's leading authorities on the theatre.

Wright, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. J. King of 2016 Logan street, graduated from Mt, Vernon high school with the class of 1941 and spent three years in the U.

S. Navy. He is 26 years of age. He played the part of a young newspaper collector in the play in Chicago, with a road troupe and as a member of the New York cast. He is now studying in Now York for a part in a play which opens early in 1950.

The London critic, In his column of October 16, wrote that King gave the part "an enchanting shyness" in tne New York play, while another actor, In the London version, "Is merely embarrassed and the scene is stioilt." He wrote, "That sad and tender little scene in the second act, when the young newspaper collector calls on Blanche, and for a moment her heart is touched by the recollection of a cleaner scene singularly beautiful In New York (as played by Wright King) goes for nothing. The actor is a brother of Eddie King of the Mt. Vernon high school state championship basketball team, WM. E. ECCLES DIES AT AGE 74 William E.

Eccles, died at 10:10 p. m. Wednesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Gladys Huff, 1716 Jefferson Avenue. His death occurred nine days after he observed his 74th birthday.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 p. m. at Myers Chapel, with the Rev. Bird Green officiating. Burial will be in Thomason cemetery in Wayne county.

The body will remain at Myers Chapel, where friends may call at any time after 10 a. m. Friday. Mr. Eccles was born December 5, 1875 in Wayne county, the son of John and Lucinda (Tisdel) Eccles.

He was married to Vicena McCoy, who preceded him in death. Surviving are three daughters Mrs. Dena Phelps, Mrs. Maud Hunt and Mrs. Gladys Huff, all of Mt.

Vernon. 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1949 LITHUANIAN GIRL IS STUDENT AT MT. VERNON HIGH SCHOOL 1 Aldona Bielskls of'Lithuania is a now student at Mt. Vernon township high school.

The youngest student and her family recently came to America from Germany, where they had resided after being forced to leave their native country alter nor father talked against Communism and feared deportntion to Siberia. The family now resides on a farm at The young Lithuanian girl, who confided that "schools are much easier in America than in Europe," Is taking five subjects as a freshman. Because of the difference between European and American schools, she will soon he given tests to determine just exncUy what grade she will be in at tha local school. She speaks Lithuanian, Polish and Gorman fluently, understands Russian and gels along very well with English. She enjoyed watching her first game of basketball here, but was more impressed by the sales of ice cream at the game.

She thought It strange that people ata Ice cream during the winter. The Biclskis arrived In America about throe months ago. Mrs, Blolski is employed at Good Samaritan Hospital and Mr. Blelskl work? on the farm. The vacuum bottle was Invented by Sir James Dewar about 1892.

Airport News Program Rehearsals Rehearsals of the children of the Central Church of Christ for the Christmas play will be held at the church on Friday and Saturday. AH children not in school will practice Friday at 4 p. m. The entire cast will practice Saturday at 1:30 p. m.

Bethel P. T. A. The Bethel Parent-Teacher As sociation will have the regular monthly meeting Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock. A Christmas program will be given by seventh and eighth grade students.

Royal Neighbors Meet Fern Leaf Camp No. 694. Royal Neighbors of America will meet Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock in the Odd Fellows. Temple on north Tenth street. This will be Past Oracle night and a Christmas party will be held with a program.

Members are urged to attend and are asked to bring a twenty-five cent gift for exchange. Visiting Neighbors are welcome. Bednasek Enters Not Guilty Plea By AMOIIIU Prtu IOWA CITY. Dec. 15.

Robert E. Bednasek today pleaded innocent to a charge of first degree murder in the slaying of pretty coed Margaret Anne Jackson. He appeared in justice court and waived to the grand jury after withdrawing a request for a preliminary hearing. Justice of Peace C. J.

Hutchinson ordered him held without bond. Earlier this week Bednasek's attorney had requested a preliminary hearing on Dec. 21. The attorney. Clair Hamilton, has said he is convinced Bednasek "did not murder" the 20-year-old University of Iowa senior, found strangled early Sunday in a men's rooming house known as the "Empty Arms." The next grand jury is scheduled to meet Jan.

3. No indication has been given by the state as to whether a special grand jury session might be called. By AisociaUd Prett LONDON, Dec. Daily Mirror gave its readers the impression today that Britain has white i produced an atomic bomb. The mass circulation tabloid said in an unattributed.

undated article by its atomic affairs writer, Ronald Bedford: "Britain's atomic weapon, which Thev wore identical gowns of apple scientists have been develop- green satin. Their flowers wore in for more than two years will deep pink carnations fashioned af- i not tried out at the forthcoming ter the bride's bouquet. Pete Aydt of Centralia. cousin of best man and Karl: 1 was confirmation from Glatz, brother of the bride served other source of the inference as groomsman. The groom and Britain already has an atomic his attendants had white carnation wea or Donald Ray Aydt, nephew of the groom, and Paul Glatz.

cousin of the bride, served as altar boys. A wedding luncheon was served to 80 guests at the home of the bride's father after the ceremony. The bride's table was decorated with tapers lighting the tost of bombs." American super-atom Annual Elks Dinner The annual Christmas turkey dinner for Elks and wives will be held this evening at the Elks home. Serving will start at 5 o'clock. Mrs.

Isom Yates Dies in Belle Rive Mrs. Isom Yates died a m. today at her home in Belle Rive. Funeral arrangements were in complete. The body was taken to the Grigg Funeral Home in DaWgren.

It will be removed to the family home in Belle Rive, where friends may call at any time after 10 a. m. Friday. BIRTHS John Hunt and A. D.

McGuire of St. Louis, flew here today. W. C. Onnybecker of the Civil Aeronautics Authority, East St.

Louis, 111., flew to the local field today. NOTICE If you have Christmas Cards to address, or extra typing of any kind to be done, call after 8:00 P. M. for pick-up and delivery service. Xmas Gift 8 A son was born yesterday morning to Mr.

and Mrs. John E. Upchurch at Eldorado. Kansas. He large weighed six pounds and 15 ounces three-tier wedding cake, which was i and has been named Larry Doug- topped with a tiny replica of a i las.

Both are former residents of Mt. Vernon and the mother is the former Dorothy Gene Scott. Mr. and Mrs. John R.

Mitchell of Carmi are the parents of a five pound, five ounce daughter born r- u-ii A al 8:29 a. today at Jefferson at the K. of C. Hall during the Meniorial Hospital She has not bride and groom. White streamers were interlaced above the table with white wedding bells tied on the ends.

A reception and dance was held HII'IIIUI 1(11 I IUJUUUI oiiu lias UUl ends and 'hoen named. Mrs. Mitchell is the Tatives of the couple. ormer Donna Jean Holm of thlg Mrs. Aydt is employed bv the city International Shoe and Sir.

and Mrs. Evan LeMay of Aydt is employed by the Auto-Lite Welkins are the parents of a Co. They are at home to their i daughter born at m. Wed- friends at 2413Vfe Perkins Ave- i nesday at Jefferson Memorial Hos- nue, Mt. Vernon.

Bel-re emerging for their short two or three weeks of life as bugs, June bugs spend three years under the ground as grubs. pital. She weighed seven pounds, ten ounces and has been named Laura Joyce. SALE I Save Money on high grade Shoes and Clothing FOR EVERY MEMBER OF THE FAMILY! COME SEE THE MANY BARGAINS! COME SEE ME AND AVOID THE CROWDS! LUSTIGS IS 707 SOUTH 10th ST. NOTICE Eagles Meeting Tonight 8 pm.

Main Mt. Vernon One Mile Out on Waltonvllle Road MARISY, CORPS LEAGUE Tpbe Jefferson County Detachment of the Marine Corps-League tonight at 8 o'clock in Home. members arf urged to attend- Meeting fa- ClliUes will be discussed. 1 ROBERT T. Commindant.

See Laird's Selection Of FINE XMAS GIFTS Nationally Advertised DIAMONDS ELGIN HAMILTON GRUEN BULOVA WATCHES Guaranteed Repair Service Have It Laid Away or Charge It! LAIRD JEWELERS 1001 Broadway Hey Kids! PICTURE SHOW AT GRANADA THEATRE SATURDAY, DEC. 17th, 10 A. M. Sponsored by AMVETS One can of Food from your Mother's pantry is your admission. Tex Ritter in "HEADED FOR THE RIO GRANDE" Laurel and Hardy Comedy Also Two Cartoons lllil LAST SHOW OF THE SEASON TONIGHT maiiHi MILUND-DIETRICH Due to the extreme cold weather the Drive-In Theatre will be closed after tonight.

THANK AND ALL! The Management of the DRIVE-IN THEATRE takes this means of THANKING the PATRONS for the splendid support and attendance this first season. We pledge ourselves to bring you finest in entertainment when we RE-OPEN APRIL 1, 1950 IP Li wm mm mat wm mm SATURDAY MIDNITE SHOW DOORS OPEN AT 11:00 STARTS 11:80 THEY TAKE "PLEASURE" WHERE THEY FIND IT NO MATTER WHAT THE RISK! LONELY! NEGLECTED! HUNGRY FOR LOVE! FORGOTTEN WOMEN MOMOORAM HCTUM I Elyse KNOX Edward N0RR1S Robert SHAYNE With TtadoralyntH V.rfo AAH lorn NMI Hail SPECIAL ADDED ATTRACTIONS Claude Thornhlll and Orchestra Woody Herman and Orchestra Not Recommended for Children! ONLY ADULT Tickets Will Be Sold! FOX THEATRES CONTINUOUS DAILY FROM 2:00 T. M. TODAY THRU SATURDAY GRANADA 2 Smash Hits! TAMIR0FF MARIE WINDSOR lohn Lllel Added: "Bad 01' Putty-Cat" and Late Fox STARTS TODAY HGVI or BIG STADIUM FOR ONE BIG WEEK! WHEN THEY MET ALL THE RULES WENT OUT THE WINDOW! STEWART JACK and THE 10S ANGEIES RAMS by lOMtT SPAKS Dlcd.d by JACQUES TOURNEU8 Ploy fey CJwrki Leon Knoll Short Subject PLUS Sport Short Late World News TODAY THRU SATURDAY PLAZA TWO FIRST RUN HITS! 2nd Hit Full of Laffs LEO CORCEY mad THE BOWERY BOYS.