Evening Star Newspaper, January 11, 1925, Page 47

NEWS OF THE CLUBS (Continued from Tenth Page.) Mrs. Arthur Gordon, the club's repre- wontative on the hoard of directors ©r the District of Columbia Federa- tion of Women's Clubs. ‘The Dames of the Loyal Legion met mt the Federation of Woman's Club \Wednesday afternoon. Chairmen of the several committees gave reports ot charity work done during the holi- days. Plans were formed for the an- nual memorial Lincoln breakfast, which is to be held at ‘the Willard Hotel February 12. Tentative plans were made for the meeting of the national soclety in this city in April. As You Like It Club of Germantown, Md—Mrs. R. L. Waters entertained the club members, with their hus- bands, December New Year reso- Jutions furnished topic for roll «call responses The president the presided over a short business session, Mrs. Houck Zave a reading. After several selec- tions of music, all were invited to the dining room, where refreshments were served by the hostess. Woman's Club of Bethesda—Dr. Clyde W. Warburton, director of ex- having an afternoon, an evening and & luncheon meeting in alternation the next meeting will be held in the afternoon. Abraham Lincoln Cirele No. 3, Ladies of the G. A. R., held its first meeting of the new year Monday at 1228 Fair- mont street with President Beatrice E. Deeds (re-elected) in the chair. The business session was oalled to order at §:30 pm. Reports from of- ficers on the work of their respective cffices were read. The circle adopted a resolution to observe Thrift week. Communications from members out of the city were read, among them a Christmas card from W. S. Clark, general chairman of Forget Me Not drive, which was read by the secre- tary. District of Columbia Chapter, Daugh- ters of Founders and Patriots of Ameriea, held its January mesting at the home of Mrs. Leon H. Herbert, 3120 Sixteenth street. The president, Mrs. Francis A. St. Clair, presided. Reports of officers and committees were given. The death was an- nounced of a member, Mrs. Delia Goodrich _Dier, on December 23, at Le Mars, Towa. Mrs. Bedwood Vande- grift read a family paper on the Van Nostrand family, tracing the line from beat, but the large attendance evidenced che genuine interest felt by members in the club's activitles. . Excellent reports were given by the chairmen of different comumittees of thel rwork of the past month. The philanthropic committee, With Mrs. Urtey chalrman, reported that it had made, filed and distributed 90 Christmas stockings; dressed 27 dolls, filled a basket with a generous Christ- mas dinner for a poor ¢amily of eight members, besides the usual donation of clothing which this committes makes during the year. The corresponding secretary read many letters of thanks from various charitable assoctations for contributions given by the club, Mrs. “Tincher, past president of the club, gave a report as delegate to the Federation of Women's Clul also an- nounced that the president of the fed- erated clubs of the District, Mrs. Vir- ginfa White Epeel, would receive on January 14, from 5 to 7, at her resi- dence, 1775 N street. A most cordial in- vitation was extended by Mrs. Speel to the club members to come and meet Mrs. Sherman, national federation presi- dent, at that time. Amendments to the by-laws were act- ed upon and several new members signed the constitution. The hospitality committee served the refreshments, and the club joined in singing community songs. The annual New Year reception was a delightful affair, and Joppa Temple, the scene of the activities, presented & gala aspect. Despite the inclement weather nearly 200 members and guests structive thought and interest to the more remote teachers and pupils. The various committees of the Fed- eration are actively at work in their respective flalds. Interesting as well as Informative reports may, therefore be expected at the Midwinter meeting of the executive board, whioh is to be held January 23 at the home of Mrs. Bugene E. Stevens, Williams lane, Chevy Chase, Md. Many clubs are participating in one way or another in the soclial service work, especially by increasing their gitts of money for the maintenance of the-league. Mrs. Howard Griffith of Silver Spring has accepted the chairmanship of the committes on county institu- tions, thus filling the vacancy caused by the unavoidable and much re- gretted resignation of Mrs. James P. Gott of Rockville. The entire body of the Federation are rejoicing over the continued im- provement in the health of Mrs. James H. Jones, the last ex-president of the federation, and all hope for her early complete recovery. P. E. 0.—The monthly luncheon will be held tomorrow, 12:30 p.m., at Women's Federation Tea House, 1739 N street. The local Chapter, Associate Alum- nae of Hunter College will meet to- morrow at 2:30 p.m., at the home of Mrs. Léurence Hoenigsberger, 3749 McKinley street, Chevy Chase. Grad- uates of Hunter College are cordially invited to attend. District League of Women Voters.— D. A. R. ACTIVITIES Abigail Hartman Rice Chapter met Monday evening in a large gathering at the home of Mrs. Jasper M. Beall, regent of the chapter, 1433 Spring road. Miss Virginia Amberg, Mrs. W. A. Morrison, Miss Jeanne Muller, Mrs. Brook Setzer, Mrs. Josephine Straub, Miss Mary Sprigman and Mrs. M. X. Sullivan were unanimously accepted as members. Mrs. Beall introduced the guest of honor of the evening, Mrs. Joseph Henry Wheat, State his- torian, who gave a short talk re- garding the many opportunities af- forded the historian of each chapter to do that work which will most stimulate the life of a chapter. Subsequent to this a number of the members presented their guests as prospective members, all of whom the chapter members were pleased to have with them. Reports of committees were accepted. Deep consideration was given to the memorial to be dedi- cated in honor of one of the former regents of the chapter, Mrs. Bertrand Ewell Trenis, in connection with the resolution written In memory of her sterling work for the chapter. Mrs Clayton E. Emig, in giving her re- port, read a number of gratifying let- ters recelved from non - resident members. Mrs. Frank Morrison, chairman of ways and means, gave her {temization of the financial suc- 4:30 to 7:30, in honor of the out-of- town guests in the Capltal City for the holiday season. The feature of entertainment for the evening was &! game clever and unique, for which prizes were given to the two high- est competitors. Refreshments were served, and so another enjoyable club evening for the members of Abigail Hartman Rice was brought to a close. Maj. L'Enfant Chapter met Wednes- day evening with Miss Agnes Tan- sill, 1603 K street, the assisting host- esses being Miss Clara L. Willard and Miss Nita Stellwag. Mrs. Noble Newport Potts, the re- gent, presided, and the chapter noted with appreciation the presence of the vice regent, Miss Stellwag, and the corresponding secretary, Mrs. Law- rence Darnell, who have been absent on account of illness, The regent announced that dele- gates to the next Continental Con- gress will be elected at the next meet- ing. A card of thanks for timely as- sistance was read from the general chairman of the District of Colum- bia Disabled Army Veterans of th: World War. On motion by the reg trar, the regent, Mrs. Potts, was ap- pointed to represent the chapter at a dinner to be given the retiring French Arbassador. and Mrs. Cora Bailey, Mre. James H. Mackey and Mrs. G, Preston Shealey. Following a soclal hour the meet- ing adjourned to meet the first Friday in February at the home of Miss Helen Harman and Mrs. J. H. Mackey. Capitol Soclety.—The December meeting of the junior division of Capi- tol Boclety, Children of the American Revolution, was held at 1320 Rhode Island avenue, the home of the presi- dent, Mrs. Henry Fenno Sawtelle, with a full attendance of members and several applicants for member- ship. The meeting was called to order by the junior president, Miss Mary Isobel Howard, ond from the reports of the other officers and committeeg, the so- clety was found to be dolng good in charitable and patroitic work and steadily growing in size and usefulness. In a short address the first vice president, Robert Lane Mickey, asked all members to make u point of let- ting the hostess know a few days be- fore each meeting if they expected to be present, and they were reminded of the fact that the local membership in Capitol Soclety is limited on ac- count of all monthly meetings being held in private homes, and asked to see that any friends wishing to join the junior or senior division of Capi- tol Society send names to Mrs. Saw telle at once in order to avoid disap- pointment A request was made by Mrs. Saw- telle for donations of sewing, knitting and embroldery materials, needles and wool, cloth for patching, clothing of all kinds, dolls, books, toys, pencils. colored crayons, etc., to fill boxes to be sent from Capitol Society to Ellis Island for use of immigrants and to the mountain children of Kentuck Little Helene Affleck, a member 1i ing in Thrifton Village, Va., has besn espectally active in this line of work and has given most generously of her dolls, games and toys to be sent to more needy children A standing vote of thanks was given to Mrs. Percy M. Bailey for her gift of a die of C. A. R. insignia to be used on stationery for Captiol Soclety also to Mrs. James Mooney for a large number of picture postals to be seat to Children’s Hospital. Miss Tibbetts of Danbury, Conn., a visiting member of the Daughters of 1812, gave a graphic story of how they celebrated Constitution day in one of the old homesteads of Danbury, built in 1830. Her associate, Mrs. Abbott, followed with & bit of colonial history, after which a rising vote of thanks was given the speakers for their notable contribution to the in- terest and enjoyment of the occaslon. tensfon work for the Department of Agriculture, will be the speaker at tho meeting of the Woman's of Bethesda Tuesday, 2 pm., a vesidence of Mrs. James Kirkpatrick Dr. Warburton will e a talk on - Work of th Department of \g ro of Interest to Women.” Mrs. Archibald A. Small, president of the Montgomery County ederation of Women's Club; 1 receive with president of the club, Mrs. Henry Karr, d the hostesses for the v at an inforn reception to be precec masting. Kirkpatrick will be isted by Mrs. Edwin H 1d the members of the hom committee the first settlers who came to this country from the Netherlands in 1609 and settled in New Amsterdam, now New York, down to the present day. Miss Elnora Zimmerman played in- strumental solos. A social hour with refreshments followed. were present. Mrs. Horace J. Phelps, president of the club, cordially welcomed the guests, who later were presented to the reception committee. Dancing and cards were en- Jjoyed. The music furnished by the “Melody Makers” proved most enticing to the dancers. Dainty . refreshments were served from the charmingly decorated tables. The hospitality committee, under the direction of its chairman, Mrs. Waite, had the affair in charge, and to it is due in a large measure the success of this tenth annual New Year recep- tion of the club. Dr. E. Gil-Borgas, assistant director of the Pan-American Union and for- mer minister of foreign affairs of Venezuela, will address the league, Wednesday at 4:45 p.m., on the sub- ject of “The Diplomacy of Latin ‘America,” at 1301 F street. This is the third lecture in a series of lec- tures arranged by the committee on international co-operation of the league. Mrs. Albert H. Putney, chair- man will introduce the speaker. cess of the recent ball given under the auspioes of the chapter at Rau- scher’s, which was enthusiastically accepted by all present. The names of alternates to the delegate, Mrs Frank Morrison, duly elected to rep- resent the chapter at tne D. A. R Congress convening in April, were submitted and favorably, voted upon. After the business of the meeting was covered social intercourse ensued, during which time many references were made to the successful and en- tertaining tea dance given December 29 at the Woman's City Club from F. W. C.—The department of Bible literature of the Federation of Women's Clubs met Wednesday at the home of the chairman, Mrs. W. H. Howard, to organize a Federation Bible Club. Fach club was repre- sented on the committee and a plan of work discussed. A program com- mittee was appointed. It was de- cided not only to have the study by the members but to have some promi- nent speaker each time, also a question box The first meeting will be held at the Hotel Roosevelt, January 22, 11 am. Refreshments were hostess was assisted b Perkins and Mrs. G " Col. John Donelson Chapter was en- tertained at its January meeting by s treasurer, Miss Ina B. Jordan, and secretary, Miss Louise A. Curtis; The regent, Miss Eunice W. Wright, presided. Reports of the officers were most gratifying, especially that of the ireasurer, who reported a substantl; Tllfl(llllon to the chapter's working ‘und. Among {important announcements made by the regent was the Chapter House benefit, to be held at the Ward- man Park Hotel on the evening of January 19. All of the chapter's members were urged to take at lea one ticket and the request was grant- ed by those present. Sums of money were voted to & number of D. A. R. activities. The Caroline ~Scott Harrison memorial, student loan fund, the Juvenile Pro- tective Association, the liguidetion and endowment fund, the Pine Moun tain School in Kentucky and the Lincoln Memorial University. An additional amount was given to the library at Memorial Continental Hall and a first contribution made to the refurnishing of the District room in the Continental Hall. A contribution was made to the restoration of the interior of Ken- more, and money voted to be applied to special field work in Americaniza- jr. president; Mrs. A. E.|tion in this city. vice president; Mrs. George| The election of alternates to the McCellan, treasurer; Miss Sabra Ann|Continental Congress resulted as fol- Fralick, corresponding secretary; Dr.|lows: Mrs. L. A. Proctor, Miss Helen Mildred Dickerson McCallip, recording | Harman, Miss Louise A. Curtis: secretary, and Mrs. W. J. Ransdell, [Ina B. Jordan Mrs. George Donnell, ahnctlior Miss Ada Glassie, Mrs. D. W. Glaasie The Argyle Club will meet at the home of Mrs. Norton Little tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. The afternoon will be devoted to current events. every Tuesday evening at 7:30 at the Park View School. The first half o the evening will be devoted to publi speaking, the latter to dramatics. Mr: Bess Pierce will conduct both classes and plans are on foot for a play tc be given. A motion was carrled to the effect that the club be responsible for §1¢ worth of tickets for the civic pageant to be given in the Spring on conditior that other organizations of the com- munity decide to do likewise The president, Mrs. Perkins, an- nounced that all members are invited to attend a tea to be given by Mrs Ellis Logan, January 12 at her resi- dence, 1253 Irying str from 3 to 6 Park View Woman's Olub.—The music and dramatic committees were in charge of the program glven at the - meeting Tuesday evening. Two vocal solos, “The Water's of the Min- netonka” and {The Star,” were sung by Miss Clara Stack, with Miss Ethel Colborn at the plano. Miss Colborn then gave a rendition of Chopin's “Revolutionary Etude," followed by a lighter selection. Miss Alice Lang- don's monologue, entitled “The Pud- ding.” provoked laughter and ap- plause, and was followed by a recita- tion, “"The Itallan“Dialect.” During the business meeting Mrs. McMaugh, philanthropic chairman, gave an account of the work accom- plished by her committee during Christmas time. Mrs. Dalwick, literary chalrman and delegate to the federation, made a re- port, and announced that the meeting of her committee has been postponed until January 16 at § p.m. In the absence of Mrs. Hardebeck, Mrs. Duffy made a report of the work being done by the basketry and needlework committees. The lunch- eon, which precedes the meeting ot these committees, will be held at the home of Mrs. Dufty, Junuary 15 Miss Burklin, community secretary, announced the formation of a dra- matic class in connection with the public-speaking class, which is held Washington Wellesley Club—The annual Cl luncheon of b was held January 2 at the ) al Club of the A. A. U. W. X ate Estey opened the meeting that followed icheon by urging club members to co-operats in the money- aising plans suggested by the en- terprise committee and introduced Miss Dorothy Arnold of the class of 19 who described the present equipment of the botany department Miss Louise McDowell, professor of physies, th al sp. of the afternoon, described leading of the Autu ession at ollege, including the “Wellesley night” celebration in October,” where some college traditions ex- plained by alumnae of various col- ege generutions. Prof. McDowell spoke of the advantages of the new Wellesley Club in Boston., where ndergraduates can spend the night nder college sup ion, and also cussed certain academic and campus _changes. Mrs. Gerrit S. Miller read an orig- inal poem on pres. AMrs. Samuel Herrick A. A. U. W. “open” day alumnae might joi Club at a rate muc usual club dues. Following Women's Community Clab of Belts- ville met with Mrs. H. N. Matthews Monday, nine members present, with Mrs. H. T. Converse, vice president, in the chair. After the business meeting Mrs. Matthews, in addition to her own waluable collection, displayed an inter- esting exhibit of antiques and curios loaned for the meeting. Mrs. Brandon and Mrs, Morton, members of current events committee, read papers. Refresh- ments were served by Mrs. Matthews, assisted by Mrs. Convers ing February the Government farm. The Montgomery County Federation of Women's Clubs.—Following a brief pause in club activities during the hajidays, the Federation is resuming its work of various kinds in the county. The president, Mrs. Archie bald Small of Silver Spring in her vis- its to the local clubs, is asking the la- dies to think especially of the one and two room schools which seem to be in greatest need of help from the clubs. She is emphasizing the value of State assisted libraries and the im- portance of bringing the &chools up to standard. The clubs already en- gaged in this kind of work, not only give of their material help, but what is far more important, of their con- served. The rs. Edmond L. Peckham. Aloysius Clul he euchre card party held at the clubrooms Monday was a success. The dance given at the City Club recently was attended by many of the members Tha membership drive inaugurated by the club officials netted 122 new members during the month of De- cember. Initlation of those members was held Wednesday, followed by an oyster roast A banquet was given in Gonzaga Hall Thursday in honor of the Rev. Edward J. Sweene 8. J. former moderator of the Al ius Club and who is now doing missionar: The Alovsius Club's play Million,” will be given in Hall January 26, 27 and 28, p.m. Benefit performances given t following week. Brandon. at MOTHER! Fletcher’s Castoria is a pleasant, harmless sub- stitute for Castor Oil, Paregoric, Teething Drops and Soothing Syrups, prepared for Infants in arms and Children all ages. Association officers was clubhouse, Alumnae election of AU Michigan The annual held Monday at A 1634 1 street The business meeting was followed by a dinner for the members and guests. Mr. Bibbons, president of the Michigan men's organization, talked on “What 1s Nearest the Hearts of the Michigan Alumni." The new officers are w It has been in use for more than 30 years to safely relieve Constipation Wind Colic To Sweeten Stomach Flatulence Diarrhea Regulate Bowels Aids in the assimilation of Food, promoting Cheerfulness, Rest and Natural Sleep without Opiates Bt 5Tl To avoid imitations always look for the signature of Proven directions on each package. Physicians everywhere recommend it. Mrs. Herman will The Petworth Woman's Club met Monday evening, with the president, Mre. H. J. Phelps, presiding. Weather conditions were not of the present pl AN SN NN NN D N DA ) &) ) S ) D JANUARY SALE NN L Of Big Importance Tomorrow! And Now—Women’s $110 to $145 Winter Coats In the Fine Kashmana, $69 .50 Jammuna, Cuir de Laine and Kashmirdown, at only The Furs— Used on collars, cuffs, bor- ders or panels. Natural Wolf—Black Lynx —Beige, Penny and Black Skunk—Jap Mink and Sable Squirrel. Used on collars and cuffs. Fisher Fitch—Beaver— Black Lynx and Jap Mink. The Colors— Bilnek Himokt Saadle Cranberry Bl Rosewood Cinnabar 4 ¢ s 80 Exquisite Coats—with furs of great- est beauty at this sensationally low price! This ended this coat maker’s season! He had just made up these coats in the styles he knew people were calling for most, using up all he had of these fine materials! And He Sold Them to Us for About the Cost of the Furs. Thus you profit through his desire to do us a favor and we know that every one who secures one of these coats will remember us favorably, as we shall re- member the manufacturer for years! ry coat beautifully tai- Pictud- Tored and silk lined. $145.00 Coat of penny brown Jam- muna, straight-line style with sur- plice shawl collar reaching hem of coat, and cuffs of sable squir- rel. §69.50. (HANDMADE) the Parisian maker and in turn sold to We do not wish to say too much about them, for we know at Crepe de Chine Flat Crepe Lizard Green Blue Peach Black Georgee Crepe Dress, narrew hip ties, side drapes and beltless effects. $55 to $85 Pari Evening and Dinner Styles Because of late delivery an importer : $ .50 us these fresh, new Paris frocks at an 39 astonishingly low price! this price these dresses will sell quickly! Geo In a color range including Mandarin Navy White Gold, silver, crystal and pearl beading and silk embroiderie There is a choice of surplice, coat and straightline models—round and V beaded in crystal and contrasting Choosé Early! white beads. Round meck and W 's D Saction.Second Floor Beaded Dresses was able to make an adjustment with Sizes from 36 to 42—Ready for Sale Tomorrow at 9:15! rgette Crepe Crepe Romaine Lipatick Red Jade Black Pictured: necks, shoulder straps and cap sleeves, which can be adjusted. There are sleoveless modol. $39.50. These are the kind of coats you have been asking for— at the price you have wanted to pay! Sale Tomorrow—Women’s Coat Shop—Second Floor New! In the Great January Sales! Fine Capeskin Gloves Regularly $3.00—at $1 .95 If vou want gloves of unparalleled wearing qualities—buy Cape- skin. Excellent driving gloves as well as for general wear. These gloves are made in slip-on models with strap wrist In tan and brown. S$SL95 pair. Important—Tomorrow Silk Nightgowns, $3.95 When have you ever seen Such exquisite gowns at this low price? Of pleated crepe de chine, trimmed with filet and val laces or embroidered net and filet inserts. Bateau and strap models. In flesh, orchid, light blue, nile, peach and white. Crepe de Chine Chemise, $2.95 Heavy quality Crepe de Chine Chemise, trimmed with filet lace or tailored styles with hemstitched yokes. Self straps. In flesh, peach, orchid and nile. —at $1.69—umi _at $2.69—Iumes Envelope Chemise, of fine nain- Envelope Chemise, scalloped and sopk, hand-scalloped and hand- hand - embroidered vyokes; in solid and eyelet wor! Round, embroidered yokes; elaborately square or V neck gowns, chemise worked in hose and vine pat- terns; solld, evelet or eoloda with strap or built-up shoul- See Them Tomorrow at Our Scarf Section (ders. Regularly. §2.00. work. Regularly 33 and 4. 2 Underwear Section—Third Floer Printed Silk Scarfs New—and—Beautiful Satin Quilted Robes Special $15.75 quite like a Satin Quilted Robe. Interlined with finest quality lamb’s weol and seco silk lining. Collar and pockets trimmed with Roman stripe braid. Set-in sleeves. In orchid, copen and turquoise. $15.75. Satin Breakfast Coats, Lovely Satin Breakfast Coats, $7'5° trimmed with self ruching and a side-tic fastening. In light blue, peach, orchid, rose and copen. $7.50. Printings gayer than ever—colorings more lovely—silk most beautiful and deeply fringed— $4.95 — $6.50 — $7.50 Choose from Radium silks, printed crepe de chines and new silk voiles with satin stripes—twisted silk fringe—gorgeous combi- nations of Black Rust Centemeri Kid Gloves, 2-clasp models, black, white and colors. Pair ... Novelty Capeskin Gloves 52_95 Charming models for street and dress wear. Some are slip-on, others with novelty cuffs. Some gray mocha strap-wrist models in this group at $2.95 a pair. Blae Red . Henna Green 2-clasp French P. K. Kid and Suede Gloves that regularly sell Tan at $3.25 and $3.50, In Bandalette and Elsinore styles. Exceptfon- al valyes during our January Sales. Negligee Section—Third Floer