Corsicana Daily Sun from Corsicana, Texas • Page 2

Schools at War Program Popular Throughout State Modes Of The Moment Dorothv Roe A special "Schools at War" Program is now being Inaugurated in the public schools of Texas, upon request of the Treasury Department of the U. S. government The program has been outlined by the S. Office of Education and i' being administered through the Treasury Department The purpose of the program is to get a report on what the schools ere doing in connection with war activity and to stimulate increased purchase of stamps by the school children, these stamps to be bought systematically and converted into bonds, Right now each echool in the state is preparing a scrap book to be sent to Austin for a state-wide exhibit on February 22nd. The scrap book reports on all the school's war-time activity.

Each participating school receive a certificate of merit from the Treasury Department. At the time of the exhibit, a trophy (an original brick from Independence Hall in Phila delphla. enshrined in a glass replica of the Hall) will be presented as an sward to the children of the state in recognition of their services. Much interest is being manifest in the Schools at War flag. This is the regular Minuteman flag with the colors reversed showing the Minuteman and thirteen stars blue, on a field of white.

It will be awarded to any school when ninety per cent of the pupils school are buying stamps regularly each month. At least one stamp of any denomination must be purchased by at least ninety per cent ot the students. When the principal of the school has made proper certification of this fact to the War Savings Office in Austin his school is entitled to purchase and fly the flag. The objective of Mrs. J.

W. Walker, Texas Director Schools At War, War Savings Staff, is to have the Schools at War flag flying from every oublic school campus in the state. Dr. Rebecca Smith I Navarro Countlans Attend Red Cross MENUS By MRS. ALEXANDER GEORGE Diamond Wedding in Waco Navarro coutny was represented at the regional war fund meeting in Wacu on Friday, by Mrs, It- B.

Mitchell, executive secretary of the Navarro county chapter; Mrs. A- B. Horn, surglcai dressings and residential chairman for war fund campaign, Wallie Bevy, county wai fund campaign chairman, and Dairell Mabiy, Kerens Red Cross representative More than Red Cros.s repre.sentatives from 35 counties were present for registration at the Raleigh Hotel at 9:30 Tlic invocation was given by Chaplain Leslie Rogers from Blackland Field, and A. M. Goldstein and Mayor Herbert Johnson of the host chapter brought grct- ing Miss Esther Roettingcr, genera! field representative of the area office, St.

Louis, gave an inspiring talk on "Texas Under the Red Cross in which she enumerated the many past accomplishments of Texas, and predicted similar ones for the future. Private Edward L. Murphy of the Waco army flying school, spoke on "Red Cross Service to Breakfast Grapefruit Juica Cooked Wheat Cereal Cream Kidney Stew Hot Rice Buttered Whole Wheat Toast Dinner Diced Biult Cocktail Baked Chicken Savory Stufflng Mashed Sweet Potatoes Buttered Kale or Broccoli Biscuits Honey Mincemeat Tarts Tea Supper Toa.sted Cheese Sandwlehea Fruit Cookies Apples Bridge Party Compliments Bride By And Bride-Elect iPopular Couple Complimenting Mias Elizabeth Believing th.at sixty years of Beavers, bride-elect of Aviation iravel down life's happy but oft- rrntphfipid hazardous highway are de- cadet John Hendtix Crutchfield, celebration and con- and Mrs. Frederick Diesteihorst, iratulation, members of Episcopal a recent bride, Mrs. Bertha Far- societies and friends call- mer King entertained with a home of Rev.

and Mrs. bridge party at her home on jj j-jug throughout the day West Seventh avenue on Wednes- evening on Friday to join them day evening. in observance of their diamond Pink and white spirng blossoms anniversary. The home were used in decorative details i a bowed of floral felicitations, Kidney Stew Maryland 3 beef kidneys 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons butter or margrarins teaspoon paprika minced onions Speck celery salt 4 tablespoons flour 3 cups water 3 cups boiled rice, seasoned Split kidneys with sharp knife. Discard skin, core and tough membrane.

Soak an hour in salted water. Drain. Brown in butter, heated in frying pan. Add seasonings and flour. Mix and add water.

Simoaer 10 minutes. Stir often. Serve over hot rice. of the home. The lace-laid refreshment table was centered with a trio of hearts, fashioned of vivid red carnations, encircled with frilly paper lace, and flanked by gleaming red tapers in crystal holders.

Assisting in serving were Misses Caroline Stover and Billie Park, who, with the hostess and were wearing miniature Valentine corsages of red carnations. among which the celebrants received their fellow-townsmen. Mrs. F.llis was gracious and' charming navy blue sheer with corsage of gardenias, and Rev. Ellis, Rector Emeritus of St.

Episcopal church, was cordial in clerical attire with white carnation button- niere. Friends learned that Rev. and Mrs. Ellis were married at Alpena, Michigan, in 1883, and that they Mincemeat Tarts the Armed and Trumafi H. Solverud, regional director of chapter service, Midwestern area Loui.s, discu.ssed "Advancing on the Red Cross in which he many suggestions concerning the coming war fund campaign.

"No Greater Glory, a Red news reel, was shown and James Feusor, vice chairman-at-large, American National Red Cross, reviewed the history of the organiza- Ition in an interesting presentation the concluding 12:15 luncheon essirn. (4 cup shortening (lard. If teaspoon sugar can get It) 4 tablespoons tH cups flour Iced water teaspoon salt Birthday Party For Lee School At Kinsloe House Next Wednesday On Wednesday afternoon at 3 February 17, the Twentieth Century Club will present Dr. Rebecca Smith in a lecture at Kinsloe House, the subject of her presentation having been announced as "Books Are Weapons This literary treat will compliment the membership of Kinsloe House, associated organizations and friends of the hostess club. As head of the department of literature at Texas Chri.stian University in Fort Worth, Dr.

Smith well known to appreciative audiences in Corsicana and over the state. As editor of "Books and Branding in the Texas magazine, "The Texas she has contributed regional material, as well as other Wluable material to the reading public. Her articles also appeared in many other periodicals. Dr Smith is loved and admired for her winning oral style, her sparkling good humor, and her high scholarship. A penwomen of distinction.

Dr. Smith has enriched her literary art through travel, lectures, and teaching experience. Having been presented previously in Corsicana by the Nevin Club, and the Twentieth Century Club, as well as by the Texas Federation of at the time of role as hostess city to Third District. Dr. Smith needs no introduction to local audiences.

Those fortunate enough to have heard this gifted speaker on those occasions, are expressing delight in eager anticipation of "Books Are Weapons." which will pe discussed next Wednesday afternoon at Kinsloe House. Since a record attendance Is expected, the Twentieth Centurv Club is urging guests to be seated en time, as the lecture is scheduled to begin promptly at 3 i. SET E'OR the SOUTH are these radiant young wives, arilvlng for a visit at a Florida Army camp. One wears a classic suit of tan covert by Cohama, the other sun-maker shaniussa fig-ieaf print tn green and white. Held on Friday Cut the shortening into dry ingredients.

When the blend resembles a coarse meal slowly add water until stiff dough forms. Exact amount of water cannot always be determined so add carefully. Take up dough in hands and press together quickly. Chill if time allows. Then roll out until thin on floured board.

Cut out 2 inch circles with cooky cutter or paper pattern. Place a teaspoon of prepared mincemeat on half of each circle. Quickly moisten edges of the circles with water and fold over. Press edges together, prick tops times with fork. Bake 15 minutes in moderately hot oven (375).

An appetizing plate spent 25 years of this time ni of sandwiches, cookie.s, salted nuts Corsicana. A souvenir of and sweetheart candie.s were serv- occasion was the lovely poem writ- ed to the following guests: Mes-! ten by Mrs. Ellis titled, "Reminis- dames Edward Kilgore, Virgii cences of Journey Together." Mather, Ed Graham, Johnny B. Members of St. Guild of Smith, H.

R. Allen, J. A. Briet- the Episcopal Church sent a beau- haupt, and Misses Gertrude tjful white wedding cake, w'hich Patrick, Kathleen Goode, Roslyn wreathed with white sweet Daiches, Tula and Stella Johnap- peas and feathery fern, and after elus, Martha Ann Waddell, Jose-, being cut by the was phine Borsellino, Jeannette Puri- served with other tea dainties foy, Dorothy Dell Rea, Jane Pear- from a table adorned with white son and members of the house- stock and glowing white tapers, party. Assisting in hostess duties for The were presented the informal occasion, were Mrs gifts of crystal by the hostess.

Wilbur Wright, president of the Attractive Dance Invitations From Aviation CaiJets be music and danclng- A formal affair To honor the Army Cadets of the Air. boys may forget Their hours of flight At half past eight Next Saturday night. the town Country Club The orchestra will play To bid farewell To those going With this clever poem inside, attractive red and white Valentina invitations were sent to Corsicana girls for the farewell dance of the Corsicana Field class of 43-F. The class of 43-G is sponsoring the dance, with Lt. Frank Sheggrud, commandant of cadets, in charge.

It will be Saturday evening, Feb. 13, from 8:30 to 12:30, at the Corsicana Country Club. Busses going to the dance will leave from, and come back to, the Hospitality Center on Beaton street. Have sometning you don't need? Try a Want Ad and convert It nto cash. Just 181.

Texas History Writing Contest For Young Peopl( Wom.an’8 Auxiliary: Mrs. Chas. Highnote, treasurer of the Auxiliary and other members of the various church organizations. Celebrated Golden Wedding- Anniversary Mr. and Mrs.

J. Anderson of celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on J.inuary 28, according to a clipping from the Phoenix paper received here by relativ'es. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson were married in Corsicana.

Mrs. Anderson, the former Miss Ada Reed, was born in Memphis, and Mr. Anderson was born in Lexington, Both are 7l ars of age having been born in he same year, 1872. They moved to Phoenix in 1920 and for some time Mr. Anderson has been deputy sheriff of Mari- ccpa coiintyi 4 Immediate relative.s living here are Ike Reed, brother of Mrs.

Anderson, Mrs. Dora Caskey and Mrs, Daisy Donoho, sisters of Mr. Anderson and Gus and Neely Anderson, brofher.s of Mr. Anderson. Dancing Class Enjovs Social Hour Members of the Junior Ballroom Dancing Class of the Mabel Bonner Studio enjoyed a social interlude on Friday afternoon at 5 with Joan Jster, Marjor.c Worsham, Ned 08 se and Ann Kenner as hostesses.

Mesdames Beauford Jester, Jerry Worsham. Felix DeLafosse and Billie Kenner attended the lesson and served cookies, popcorn balls, Valentine candies and bottled drinks. Called to Service. WACO, Feb. -George Nokes, son of Mr.

and Mrs, G. O. Nokes of Corsicana, is one of the Army Air Corps Reserves that have hern called from the campus of Baylor University, where he was a junior A 1940 graduate of Mildred High School, Nokes is a law major at Baylor. Each room contributed to the birthday party-program In celebration of the sixteenth birthday of Robert Ijce school, Friday afternoon, in assembly. The first grade, under the lead- shlp of Miss Blanche Castles, said Valentine verses.

Valentine songs were.sung by the second grade, iss Rachael Welch, teacher. The third and fourth grades, under Miss Elizabeth guidance, sang Valentine konge, and made a wish Cor the school. Fifth grade students sang a song for the famous birthdavs in Feb -1 ruary with Miss Sarah Beth Knox leading. The closing song by thu: grade was an original composition,) "Sweet for Robert E. I sixteenth birthday, by Miss Knox.

The sixth grade, Miss Sara Holman, teacher, gave a patriotic play, "Toni Ijcarns to Love the A Birthday cake lighted by candles for all the great men of our nation, with rhyming couplets, for each candle, written by Robert I Whitehead, was given by students in the seventh grade. Miss Ell Louise Mathis is leader. Thev also said poems by other students of that grade, Nancy Mize and Jim my Copeland. The program closed with the school song, compased by Three Girls Honored At Birthday KERENS, Feb. Roy Johnson entertained at her home Tuesday afternoon with a party honoring her daughter, Martha, and Joan Black and Dlannr Coates, whose birthdays were day.

Indoor games Including "fruit "Going to New and "I furnisheo amusement for the youngsters Pink and white birthday cakes were served with punch to Joan Teetz, Velma Mae Marshall. ma K. Seale, Mary and Martha Clayton, Linda McCown and the monorees. The Texas State Historical Association has announced a first prize of $25 and a trip to Austin with all expenses paid for the winner of the 1943 Texas History Writing Contest. Seven other prizes are also offered.

Contest entries may deal with any topic in Texas history, but contestants are urged to work on some subject related to their community or local history. Papers may deal with cattle, oil military, economics, political, or biographical subjects. Professor J. Frank Doble will serve as chairman of he Committee. "Any boy or girl In Texas under twenty-one years of age may become eligible for competition," stated H.

Bailey Carroll, editor of Methodist Young People Entertained Young people of the First Methodist church were entertained Friday evening with a party given by the Rev. and Mrs. Erwin P. Bohmfalk, in the church parsonage. Thirty-two guests of high school and college age enjoyed progressive table games and group singing.

A valentine motif was carried out in the decorations of hearts. Refreshments of cocoa and cookies were served by Mrs. Bohmn- falk and Mrs. Winnie Lee Rankin, director of youth work, who assisted with the party. Turkish Baths "The Junior the mag- Restore health and vigor to that body.

If you have been sick, build strength through the Turkish bath Miss Margaret Roderick, former music teacher of that school. Parent Teacher association members served Iced cup cakes and punch. Mrs, Rufus Shell was chairman of the refreshment committee, and mothers from the different class looms provided and served the cakes. Besides celebrating their school birthday, students of Robert E. Lee began their scrap drive Friday azlne of the association which is written almost exclusively by young Texans.

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As there is no true substitute for quality, there can be no substitute for patriotism. Each of us must contribute, as his conscious dictates, to the all-encompassing, all demanding war effort of our country. There can bo no shirkers, there can be no This Is our country's war and each of our citizens must contribute his the front or in the shop, to the drive to victory. We've long been contributing our talepts In prescription work to the people of this community. The result is our enviable reputation for dependability.

Your physician will vouch for our prescription service! I Dawson Girls 4-H Club Met Thursday The 4-H club girls of Dawson met Feb. in the home-making room of the public school, with President Sue Potts in charge. Minutes and roll were read by Betty Rae Willis. Miss Vera Sneed and Miss Davenport spoke to the club members. Mrs.

Waller, superintendent of Dawson school, visited the meeting. Meeting At Kinsloe House The directors of Kinsloe House will meet in regular session on Wednesday morning at II o'clock according to announcement by Mrs. Christopher J. Knox, presi- dnt. All directors are urged to ha present.

on Sea Flight FAIRFIELD, Feb. Mrs, Felton B. Lancaster has received a report from Rep. L. A.

Johnson, that Capt. Felton B. Lancaster, who has been reported missing since July 18. was lost on a flight between Africa and Brazil, and relatives here presume he was in flight to Brazil as letters written by him 17 in Africa were received, Mr. Johnsons information is that search was made for the missing plane until January ri.OWKRR FOB V.AI.E.NTINE.S Remember the Day FEBRUARY 14th.

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