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A WEEKLY NEWSPAPER FOR ALL THE PEOPLE
THE HOUSTON INFORMER, SATURDAY, MAY IS, 1934
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NENRTIRC RICHMOND IITIAHnh..- restl.1.ltnsises-.ssusmee. the affair. After various games, the hostess I VUTU
COLORADO SCHULENBURG • ONthrough-=================================== .) served a delicious menu. Mrs. V. E. Mitchell
By IRENE BLAYLOCK __By BILVA MATTHEWS. . out the any * Mt Carmel, re spirit ren INFORMER AGENTS NOTICE HHI entertained Prof: Bereticld and Mrs. Ceoreie „NEW HOPE BA
COLORADO Sunday school on time with
Mr. Tony Jones presiding. At 11 o'clock, the
pastor, Rev. 8. Y. Nixon gave out some whole-
some information on health. At 8 p. m., we
reassembled for a lay sermon preached by
Bro. Gus Walton. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 was
lively. The supremacy class was group num-
ber four. Good attendance. For the night
service the pastor preached out of his soul
from the subject, “The Mighty Driver in
Israel." The Rev. Nixson is the man for
ML Zion. The amount raised Sunday was
862.80. Ths Brothers Uplift met Thursday
evening, May 10, at Mt. Zion. Prof. L. D.
Glover, principal of Washington High School,
and Rev. P. R. Taylor, the pastor of Paine
Chapel C. M. E. Church, made their depar-
ture for BL Louis, Mo., to attend the Gen-
eral Conference. Visitors are always wel-
come to Mt. Zion. Buy The Informer and
you are building and supporting the best
Negro paper of the south.
SCHULENBURG.—All Sunday schools were
well attended. Being regular pastorial day
at the M. E. Church, Rev. Bryant was at his
post. Mrs. Irons Singletary, accompanied by
J. C. Phillips, her mother and little son.
visited Houston. Prof. Williams visited Miss
Beatrice Davta. The Mothers' Day program
under the diraction of Mrs. N. A. Bibs was
well carried out and enjoyed by all. Mrs.
D. C. Carroll and little daughter visited her
husband. Ray Scallion has returned home.
Mrs. Henry from Hixton visited Mrs. M. A
Scallion. Shelvan Mason visited his sister.
Mrs. Adams, accompanied by Mrs. Phillips.
Margaret Jackson visited Prairie View, L:
B. Kinchion, Jr., grand deputy, visited K. of
P. Lodge.
COLUMBUS
By M. L. TOLIVER
COLUMBUS.—Mrs. Fannie Ray, daughter,
son-in-law and friends of Houston, were visi-
tors May 11. Theodors Taylor and Eugene
Brooks. Houston, stopped in Columbus en-
route to Schulenburg and Gonsales, May 12.
Miss Carrie Mae Mosbey, registered nurse
of Prairie View, was a Mothers’ Day, visitor
here. Mrs. Sunbeam Williams, daughter and
friend of Houston, were week endvisitors “’
Mis. Ida Mitchell and relatives. Woodie Al-
lay, who ia attending school nt Houston, was
a week end visitor of his parents, Mr. and
Mrs. Andrew Alley. Mr. and Mrs. Sam HUl,
Eagle Lake, were visitors at 8L Paul Sunday.
Lesley Junious and friends of Houston, were
Sunday visitors. “ Mrs. M. D. Mosely worship-
pod with us at 8L Paul, also Mra. Nettie
Hanner of Houston. Mrs. Ardalia Byars and
grand daughter, Hourton. are hers visiting
parents, Mr. and Mis. Charles Phillips. Miss
Norva Ray Hill, who has been visittag at
San Antonio, was a Mothers’ Day visitor.
Miss Nannie Mae Mathews of Hosston, was a
weak end visitor of Columbus.
GRAPELAND
By MRS. D. REAVERS
GRAPELAND.—8L John’s weekly news.
Sunday school well attended last Sunday. Su-
perintendent Robertson was at his poet. The
teacher of Class A was absent. The C. A.
C. held regular meeting nt 2:80 with I. P.
Potts presiding. Mrs. Irene Burton of Pales-
time, Mrs. D. Boavers and Mrs. Bertha Bur-
ton all motored to Crockett last Friday even-
ing. Mrs. M. A. Young left last Thursday
for Trinity to visit her son. Wade Burrell
and expects to visit her brother, Frank Me
Kelvy of Houston, before returning home.
Bick list: LeeRoy Coleman, Mra, Georgia Bur.
ton. Mrs. Mary Jane Johnson. Aunt Miner-
va Smith was called to Houston to attend
the bedside of her son, John Smith, who is
reported in a serious, condition.
FORT WORTH
By G. T. WILLIS
Fort Worth.—The ML Pisgah , Baptist
Church entered into another day of sorrow
from the passing of Mrs. Tennie High, a
most loyal and consistent member whondes
parted this life May 1. end was funeralized
by her pastor. Dr. S. R. Prince, at 3:30 from
th, Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. She left a
husband, Wm. High, sisters, brothers, and a
host of relatives and friends to mourn her
demise. Sunday school was opened at 9:16
by Supt. Davis and an attendance of 390 was
on hand. All superintendents and teachers
were at their posts. Close work was gone
into after the opening exercise and the re-
view by the pastor was indeed inspirational
and helpful. A solemnised devotion led by
the choirs gave a very sad aspect to the
morning service with respect to our depart
ad sister, Mrs. Tennie High. B. Y. P. U.
opened on time. Vice President, Mrs. Ida
Matthews presiding. After a few formal re-
marks by the president. Group 2, under the
direction of Brother F. L. Denman, captain,
rendered an excellent program from the sub-
ject, "Christ Must Reign In Our Friend-
ship.” Night services began immediately on
adjournment of B. Y. P. U., with Deacons
Moore and Keesee conducting devotionals.
high. At 11 o'clock, the pastor, Rev. E. H.
Branch, preached a wonderful sermon, sub-
ject “Love in Tears.” At 2:80, the baptism
sermon was preached by Rev. L. C. Cunning-
ham, subject, “Baptism a Figure. We then
marched from the chruch to the Brazos River
and eight put on Christ by baptism. . A mul-
titude witnessed this affair. At 8 o'clock, the
pastor, Rev. E. H. Branch preached a soul
stirring sermon and the right hand of fel-
lowship was given and the Lord's Supper ad-
ministered. The meeting for second Mt. Car-
mel closed Thursday night and 20 members
were added to the church. The meeting was
conducted by the pastor, Rev. L. C. Cunning-
ham. Mrs. Addis Tisdale and daughter from
Chicago, are visiting her brother, Rev. A P
Johnson. Miss Hortense Davis spent the day
Sunday with Miss M. Pross. Mrs. H.
Branch from Rosenberg was the guest of
Miss Arizona Fleming Sunday. Miss Emma
„ Bradford of Austin, spent the week end In
W Richmond with Mise Marthie Wilson. Rev.
and Mrs. George Normal of Houston, were
the guests of their son and daughter, Mr. and
Mrs. 8. W. Normal.
Due to the recent large number of
BUutpe received, we will not be able
to accept any more stamps and, there-
fore, ask that all agents send money
orders.
LIBERTY
By MRS. M. E. BALDWIN
PALESTINE
By C. L. REDUS
PALESTINE.—Mrs. Mildred Queen of San
Antonio is visiting Mrs. T. L. Chester. Nolan
Bailey and Robert Taylor of Dallas spent
Mothers Day with relatives. Mrs. Lillie Hallo-
way served a Mother’s Day dinner for twelve
Sunday evening. Mrs. T. L. Chester served
a Mother’s Day dinner and had sixteen others
as guests. The YWA of West Union Baptist
Church rendered a Mother’s Day program,
after which they sponsored a banquet. LW-
eoln High School was the scene of a very
colorful banquet Thursday night. This We
the annual junior and senior banquet which
was one of the greatest in history. Mr
I Anna Ramsey and grandchildren of Kingsville
are visiting the former’s daughter, Mrs. Mc-
Kinney and Mrs. Jacobs of South street. Sick
list: Mrs. Virginia Stanley, Frank, Adair,
Mrs. Roberta Potts, Mrs. Sadie. Pearl Jack:
son and Walter Yeager. Mbs Espinola Ad-
ams surprised Joe Andy with a birthday par-
ty Wednesday night Willie Warner, Olevia
Wagner, and Carlee, their son, visited in Cor-
sicana Sunday accompanied by Mice Rhota
1 Wagner, Mrs. Julia Jackson and daughters.
LIBERTY.—The Trinity Valley Baptist
Sunday school met at the usual hour and was
well attended. At 11 o'clock, the pastor.
Rev. G. B. Holdman, preached a baptism ser-
mon. It seems that everybody was filled with
the holy spirit even in praise services. Rev.
H. B. Bennett of Houston, conducted an 8-
day revival for Pastor Holdman and 86 were
added to the church. Out of thb number, 6
took membership with ML Rose Church, and
one for Pleasant Hill Church. One of the
greatest baptisings in the history of Liberty
was held Sunday at 8 o'clock, when Pastor
Holdman baptised 28 candidates. Tbs crowd
was one of the largest gatherings for the oc-
casion ever seen. At 5 o'clock the candidatee
were fellowshipped out on the church lawn,
which was indeed s beautiful sight. The town
was over-flowed with visitors from Houston,
Beaumont, Lakeland, Moss Bluff, Dayton,
Wallisville, Anahuac, and Hull, to witness the
baptizing. Night service ran high, the pas-
tor delivered another wonderful message. Af-
ter which the Lord Supper was given to the
Christian family. The finance raised during
the revival was $68.20. The amount raised
Sunday waa $36.50. We invite these visitors
to come and worship with us again.
DeWALT
By M. L. BROWN
DEWALT.—Sunday school was well attend-
ed at the Mt. Olive Church with superinten- '
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DEVERS
• By MRS. ADA McFARLAND
BRENHAM
BRENHAM.—Died Tuesday, May 8, Mrs.
Louvenia Walker, one of Brenham's pioneer
citizens who had lived here ebout 60 years, waener, mars. Junm Jucneou -nu ----------,
During that time, she made warm friends in Relen and Willie. The citizens league of the
both races. She was one of those old time e is planning a lively 19th of June cele-
Christian characters that was ever, ready to Dration." The students of South Union Bible
help falling humanity and to the sick and dis- Training Course were given examinations by
tressed end was always ready with Christian their instructors Friday night and creditable
advtoe. She was a memberof several, lodeet, marks were made. Mrs. Beatrice Butler, the
Rev. 8. W. Ellis, assisted by Rev. J. LBue former Miss Bernice Blake, is in the city
pastor of ML Zion M. E. Church, delivered I “siting relatives, accompanied by her hus-
the funeral oration. She leaves to mourn her band, Matsie Butler. They are now residing
loss one daughter, Mrs. Willie Calhoon An I in Carthage. Waldo Green and O. T. Govan
several grand children and numerous other were visitors in Austin Sunday. The Usher
relatives. Interment was in Waterousvine | Board of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church will
Cemetery. J. W. Hunt, Dallas, stopped off give a foot choosing party May 29. The
here Saturday to visit relatives enroute from Junior Mission of Pilgrim Rest Church con-
his Houston home. Larkin McGregor is ducted a program Sunday morning. Mrs. T.
fined to bed. A party consisting of Dan HE L Chester entertained the Arabian High
ris, N. H. Hutchinson and E. J. Moore went club. Prof. and Mrs. E. F. Green attended
to Somerville Sunday to attend the annual county-wide school activity at Mary Alton
Thanksgiving exercise of the Odd Fellows and p-May evening, Mrs. J. A. Conner passed
Ruthites. They met at Smith a Chapel A through the elty enroute to Henderson Friday.
E. Church where they had a religious enet Mothers Day was well observed at SL Paul
cise in connection with their official program. I E. Church at 11 o’clock. The pastor gave
Mr. Hutchinson was speaker of the oeea message that brought teara to many eyes
Sunday was a high day in Brenham “street at 3 o’clock. The Junior choir rendered a
Ruthites and Odd Fellows at Main | splendid program, and 8 o'clock, the senior
choir rendered another program which was
dent C. M. Browning presiding. The BYPU
rendered a Mother’s Day program. St. John
Church, Rev. R. E. Edwards, pastor, in sav-
ing quite a number of souls for Chriet in
their revival meeting. The baptizing haa been
planned for the first Sunday in June. St.
John School completed its work Thursday
when Miss Lula Belle Warren accompanied
her six graduates to the graduation program
at Rosenberg. Graduates are: Robert Dade, Jr.,
Thelma Johnson, Rosa Jones, Earl Moses,
Bernice Warren, and Freddie Woods. Mrs.
V. Scoby has spent a week in Houston visit-
ing her brother.
Devers.—Sunday school opened at the usual
hour with the assistant superintendent. Dea-
con W. M. Stephens, presiding, in the al
sence of Superintendent Tom Lewis. AL I nuwnve maw Vue • ----- - ------
teachers were at their poets of duty. The II Baptist Church where a gospel, sermon WA
o’clock service was conducted by Rev. J. preached by Rev. R. L iliam-ante the crowning feature of the day.
Phontno of Beaumont, preaching a powerful Tommie Hubert and Mrs. Kennard _
sermon subject, "Dry Bones." B. Y. P. U. successfully handled the official program. AMo
opened ’ promptly at 5 p. m. by President H. Mrs. Viola Nathan Smith of Houston, form- CAMDEN
andPsong service was had by the erly of Brenham, to here visiting with rela- By MISS FREDDIE ROBINSON
Choir. 7:s0 p.m., the pastor came forth tives. She to dividing her star "ihseuntina CAMDEN.—Church services were well at
with another burning message. Miss A. M. Mrs. Ellen McGregor. Miss Inez irldry haa tended at all churches Sunday. Pastor D. A.
Gaskin to still on the sick list. Mrs. B. Hay-Mrs. Alberta Johnson M beauty culture Rev. Parker preached for the mlaaion sisters at
nes, L. Jonea, H. Green, L. Lovie and Miss gone to Houston to study beau ,fom Chilton, New Olive Church Sunday. He left Monday
G. Thompkins motored to Daisette Sunday to R. K Williams returner Dona of the for Bishop College, where he haa enrolled as
attend church services. Mrs. E. Burley spent where he attended the er Association of Mis. « student of religion. Rev. L. E. Mollett
the past week in Beaumont visiting her moth-1 dand Hone and Western Association ci — | ...... **- * 4 * € „_
HARRISBURG
By Looter Hogan
HARRISBURG.—Sunday school at all
churches was well attended with the superin-
tendent and teachers at their posts. The 11
o'clock service at Pleasant Hill was preached
by the pastor, Rev. J. 0. Anderson. The choir
had a. wonderful Mothers day program and
everyone that appeared on program did well.
Miss Louie Green spent Sunday evening with
Miss Audrey Hogan. The art and extension
club met at the home of Mrs. L. Hogan
Thursday evening. A delicious menu was serv-
ed. The May Fate at the Harrisburg Colored
School was well attended by all parents. Mrs.
A. B. Scholars is still on the sick list and
is now confined at the Hermann hospital.
Jeff Thomas, a well known citizen of Harris-
burg, was shot Thursday evening. At the time
of this writing, he was resting poorly. In-
former is only 6c. So get one.
BAYTOWN
er.
A B__ana Western Association of Mis- 1» Student OI reunion. zwv. 4A e ELE
Good Hope and Churches District Grand was at his best at Lilly Island Church Sun-
sionary ,.Benit. Che sha Mro." Ewing pass- day and Sunday night. Mrs. Ruth Griggs
Master Jas TETE Saturday enroute to and Miss A. P. Shields, instructors nt Mary
ed through Brenham antares. He stopped Allan College, and Dewitt Kitehen and Dar-
Austin where he Glance at his once happy nell Johnson, members of the senior class at
long enough to Mary Allen College, were dinner guests of
boyhood home. I Prof. and Mrs. Ed Robinson Sunday. Mrs.
Ee Bessie Bowman was called to her home in
WILLIS Louisiana owing to the serious illness of her
By IRA B. SCOTT 1 mother. Will Smith of Beaumont, spent the
WILLIS.—Services were high at M- E. week end in Camden visiting his sister, Mrs.
Church Sunday. Rev. Phelps was at his Lela Durden. Misses Eddie end Freddie
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NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. J.
H. Hardeman, pastor.—Pastor Hardeman and
church report a wonderful service all day
Sunday. The Sunday school began at 9:80
with superintendent H. Y. Hunt at his pest.
Number present, 210; collection $6.76. At 11
o’clock a. m. Rev. J. H. Harrington of Aus-
tin, preached a wonderful sermon to a large
ousurun, ... ... ------ ...... ----------- ------congregation. Sunday night another good sett
S. L. Gathings was hostess to a luncheon last mon was preached by the pastor. The Boell
Saturday honoring Prof, and Mrs. Long, who of Loyalty was also closed Sunday night. The
are teachers of Samuel Huston Extension Senior Choir rendered music for both ser-
school in the city. Mrs. P. O. Pleasant and vices. Brother J. Bowden goto the co-opera-
daughter accompanied by Mrs. Williams and tion of anil fall support from all members.
Miss McGriff visited her mother during the Slater M. Mitchell, a very efficient musician
weekend. Mrs. M. E. Sweeney was pleasant- is the senior choir's organist. Last Sunday,
ly suprised by her friends who gave her a col-I April 29, was Missionary Day at the church,
lection of pot plants. Miss 8. B. Forrow was Both junior and senior Missionary Societies
delightfully surprised to have Mrs. 8. A. were well represented. The Junior Mission
Pleasants and daughter, Mrs. Williams and raised 816.29. President 8. J.ackson. The
Miss McGriff visit while her entertainment Senior Mission retoed $40.00. President, Sis-
for J. H. Adams, Jr., and the graduating ter M. 0. Reeves. The YWA to yet busy. It
class was in progress. invites you to a very impressive Mother’s
-------------------------- Day program Sunday night. May 18. The
ANAL YWA wishes to thank the New Hope mem-
NORMANGEE bership and friends for their support during
By PERRY JOHNSON its first annual affair.
NORMANGEE.-Services at Chapel Hill 000
Baptist Church were good Rev. W. M. CARTER’S CHAPEL C. M. E. CHUROH,
Fennel was at his best at day services andRev. A. A. Brown, pastor.—Sunday school was
night. Sunday school1was well attended, good. Brother H. Cildersleeves was at his
Visitors present included Prof. CM»‘ Hum. post and everything was carried out in order,
ber and Rev. Smith of Mexia. Mrs Emily Mrs. M. J. Brown still leads. Rev. Jones
Brown died April 30., She was a loval moth: preached at 11:30 a. m. The pastor at night,
er and devoted Christian, a member of Chapel sermons seemed please the audience.
HUi Baptist Church. She was the wife of. The choir was at its bent." Brother 3. B. Kel
R. B. Brown, and had 14 children, 47 grand lum is carrying the league banner high,
children, end 28 greet grand children. She Among the visitors Sunday were Dr. Stew,
is survived by 8 children, 47 grand children, ard and family, Dr. Gibson and family,
and 28 greet grand children, two brothers, Welch, Brother James E. Newman, Mrs. Kate
and a host of other relatives and friends. Evans, Augusta Martin and many others.
Rev. W. M. Fennell had charge of the fu-You will always find a welcome at Carter’s
neral. Save Be for. The Informer. Super-Chop, rho court of chlanthes entertained
intendent B. F. Mott to still on the sick list. I - - - -
The reporter also to 111.
Smith with a luncheon in her home Satur-
day noon. Mrs. Willie Ford has returned
from a two weeks visit to Dallas. Mr. Smith
of Yoakum is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Leon
Brookins. Mrs. M. L. Odum visited her sla-
ter in Goliad last week-end. Mrs. Pleasants
accompanied by her mother and others spent
Saturday in Port Lavaca with relatives. Mrs.
of officers at their posts. At 11:30 a. m. the
newly elected pastor of Knox Chapel, Rev.
D. T. Thurman of Shreveport, La., preached
a soul stirring sermon. All were made to
rejoice out of their souls. At 2:80 p. m.,
quite a few motored to Pineland to witness
Rev. Allen's second anniversary which was
enjoyed by all who went Rev. J. H. Harris,
the bUnd preacher of Beaumont, closed out
last Monday night an eight-day meeting. The
meeting was a success both spiritually and
financially. He was given quite a number of
presents. Mrs. Rosie Bell returned home af-
ter a Ave weeks’ visit in Monroe, La. She
was accompanied back by her daughter. Miss
Katie Wade, P. Jererson, B. Thomas, Mr.
and Mrs. Hamilton, M. E. Bell, R. Henning-
and wife to Pineland last Wednesday night
ton and others accompanied Rev. B. Blunt
where he preached a soul stirring sermon.
Elbert Ship motored to Beaumont Saturday.
He was accompanied by Miss E. Brister, Fe
loneza Limbrick, T. J. Nelson and S. Lee. D.
Hinson and Miss Willie Connie were quietly
married Saturday night at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. Noah Adams. Little Marsene Brown
By ROBERT LAWRENCE
BAYTOWN.—Antioch Baptist Church en-
joyed a nice Mother's Day program and the
missionary from the young men's association
paid the Sunday school a visit. Miss Mamie
Hidkens of Houston is visiting her grand-
mother. She b enjoying herself by getting a
sun tan separating some gram from cotton.
Mt. Rose Baptist Church looks forward to
the day of the Congress In June in hopes it
will be a great meeting. Superintendent R. L.
Lawrence of Antioch Baptist Church says,
don't forget the symposium of Juns 9.". Lit-
tie Esta Lee Lawrence is still on the sick
list. Her teacher and schoolmates paid her
a visit and gave her a beautiful bouquet of
flowers, fruits, and cakes. Those present were
Mrs. Archia, teacher, Richie Dell, Ernest, Jr.,
-____________Hettle Burton, Bennie Mac Ponder and Bea-
an, Carrie Smith and C. L. Henderson were trice Turner. •
is on the lick list.
Mrs. L. B. Brown of Los Angeles, Calif., at
the home of Mrs. Elvira Hall. Invited guests
included, Mrs. Cora Clay, Victoria Joseph,
Niagara Chaympson, Ida Monroe, E. Green,
A. Booker, Birdie Bradley and Rev. / 4
GIDDINGS sudt freon and ,w.
GIDDINGS—Mother’s Day was well rever- ABooken Birdie eredlex MA
enced hers Sunday. Splendid programs were Brown. This entertainment could not e
held at St. Paul, Johnson Chapel and Short-
er. Chapel. Rev. Washington was at his post
of duty. Rev. Evans at Shorters Chapel.
Quite a number of town people attended the
educational sermon at Mt. Olive Community
Sunday evening. Miss Vivian Swain, teacher
in Elgin High School, returned home this
week, after having closed a successful school
year. Word was received thta week from J.
S. Hickey that he ,b improving in the gov-
ernment hospital at Tuskegee, Ala. Main is
needed very much in thta section. 5 cents
will let you read The Informer every week.
been surpassed and rarely equalled. Mack
Hannah carried Rev. T. 8. Pryor and wife.
Rev. A. A. Brown and wife on a fishing tour
and may hall hunt. This is just like Mr.
Hannah, always having time to make it pleas-
ant for his friends. Mrs. L. Victor and L.
Dorsey furnished flowers for the church Sun-
day. Mrs. Laura Brown, the pastor’s mother,
returned from Sealy and Sunnyside, her home
last Friday and reports having enjoyed her
self to the highest—Alfreds Victor, “N*
CORPUS CHRISTI
By Walter Leroy Leathers
BAY CITY
By CHARLEY LUCAS, Jr.
BAY CITY.—The lawn party which was
CORPUS CHRISTI—The Guadalupe quar-
tette from Guadalupe College, Seguin, ac-
companied by Prof. Lockett, president, enter-
tained a large audience assembled at the
First Congregational church Friday night. A
series of spirituals and an assortment of
others were sung. This quartet has gained
quite a reputation. Solomon M. Colm High
School entertained the superintendent and
the school board with a dinner Friday night.
The talks made by the superintendent and
members of the board were very encouraging.
The choral club sang several numbers. Ths
baccalaureate sermon will be preached Sun-
day, May 20, by Rev. F. D. Davis, in ths
■ first ef a series of programs of the school
closing will be staged the 18th Inst. This
program will be sponsored by Mrs. M. M.
Ayers, Mrs. C. H. Roe and Miss O. A. Bu-
chanan.
HEARNE
TEXAS CITY
By ELMER M. SANDERS
TEXAS CITY—Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fuller
made a business trip to Bay City last Thurs-
day. Rev. E. 0. Gibbs was present Sunday
and preached morning and night. A finam;
cial drive was conducted by the members of______,________-
Galilee M. E. Church last week. The mem- Church Sunday. Rev. Phelps was at his Lela Durden. Misses Eddie and Freddie
here of First Baptist had charge Monday best preaching about mother. Supday school Robinson were in Leggett Friday for- the
night. Rev. J. M. McCloud preached Thurs-attended st all churches Sunday, school closing. Mmes. Johnnie Rose McCow-
day nighL Barbour’s Chapel in charge. Miss 1 Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Bell, Miss Lewis an, Carrie Smith and C. L. Henderson were
Josephine Jones at New Orleans, is visiting ' company were visiting their old home Livingston visitors Monday. Miss Willie Mae
Miss Bullah Richardson. Mr. and Mrs. Chas here The mothers day program was well at- Gueary and Dottie Freeman were married
Moore, Mrs. Evans Brooks Wells and little a at the Baptist church Sunday. Little Saturday night. N. C. Bowman, J. H. Jef-
Ruth Fay spent Friday in Houston visiting Pearlie Mae Franklin sang “Sunbeams” ferson and M. L. Williams, who are working
relatives. P. H. Hill of Austin, grand mas- dinved by Ira Scott. Andrew Barnes is in at Voth, Texas, spent the week end in Cam-
ter of the A. F. and A. M., and Mrs. H. Z. I the lead in the fisherman contest. ML Zion 1 den visiting home folk. Sick list: Mrs. Lela
Atkins, grand matron of the Eastern Stars 1 1 Church School opened at the usual Davis, Little Leon Jones, Dorris Jefferson
visited the lodge here Thursday nighL Mel-hour Miss Wilson Mitchell at the piano. The land Bernice Barnes.
vin Stevenson, George Austin, Ed Jennings, lesson was reviewed by Rev. A. Young and —-------------
C. Simpson, Mack Anderson returned from prayer services wert conducted by Mrs. Char- MARLIN
Beaumont where they have been for several with associated pastor at his | MAA ...„..,---.—,---_------
weeks working. The Sunshine Band of First I let " j L Young spoke from the theme MARLIN—Mrs. A. E. 8. Johnson presented B centerpiece. The dinner was composed of
Baptist Church rendered a very splendid pro-Ponken ley Behola Thy Son.” Mrs. Annie a recital Friday, May 11, at the M. E. Church -
gram Tuesday evening at the white Central Youne sang a solo. Also Miss Annie Young 1 at 8:80 p. m. The decorations were very
M. E. Church South. The program was con-ana" Wilson Mitchell. Mrs. Fay Nelson is unique. Those appearing were Alton Scott,
ducted by the matron, Mrs. E. Anderson. Visiting. Sick: Mrs. Diana Campbell. Deaths: Samuel Radio, Waits Firma, Payne I aunita
The following appeared on program: Essie Charlie Henderson, Anthony Washington, the Gerald, Miss Irene B. Jonea Delores
Bell Williams, opening address; instrumental brother of C. Carter. Marguerite Keene ox Felder, Miss Mattle
Hall, Willetta Brooks; vo- _ Jordan, Mrs. U. P. Dorsey, Mrs. I. W. F.
cal solo Dorothy Rice; paper, Mamie Weav- SANMLIN Huff, Lena Lee Wooten, Minnie Ola Winn,
er- declamation Lewis Gardner, Jr., dia-1 FRANKLINMary Frances Nelson,. Mildred Earl Carrol
Maria Lewis, Dorothy M. Johnson, FRANKLIN.—Rev. H. R. Johnson came out and Alsenia Washington. Rev. L. R. Lock-
Every Easton, Andred Easton. on the scene with N. N. Hope on Sunday ridge gave remarks to the class. The annual
• ______ and preached two inspiring sermons. The recital was enjoyed by all. Seth Stamps of
alarm T A E audience was graced with quite a few mem- Chicago was in the city this week visiting his
EAGLE LAKEbers from the neighboring church. They all father, P. A. Stamps. Miss Verna Shipp waa
By MRS. K. B. JOHNSON enjoyed a mother’s day program rendered by home for the week end from Paul Quinn Col-
Eagle Lake. Sunday school was well at- the children and sponsored by Mrs. Goldielege. She also brought Miss Clay, her class-
tended at all churches. At 11 a.m. services Riley. After the 11 o’clock sermon, Rev. 1 mate at Paul Quinn home with her for the
were conducted at ML Olive. The pastor, Johnson motored to Franklin Grove to ser- week end. Mr. and Mrs. Hall and their
me W L Green, preached a wonderful ser- vices. He was accompanied by Misses Jessie daughter, little Mary Joe, motored to Austin
mon At 8:30 P-m., Mothers’ Day program at Odeli, Leota and Laughn Blocker. Mrs. Leone to see their sister. Miss Ilah Faithful.
Friendship Baptist Church was well attend- Gunter had an her week and guest, Mre. An- . ---------------
On Friday nighL Rev. E. G. Gibbs of I nie Jackson of Narmongee. Robert Harris 1 ANGLETON
Houston, and W. L. Johnsen motored to suffered a broken leg last Friday while play- 20 4-Rlom
Glen Flora where Rev. Gibbs delivered an ing baseball at Chapel HUl. He is reported Br FRANK DAVENPORT
for the school. Henry Joshua ofdoing nicely. Marques and Jewett baseball ANGLETON.—Mrs. Ella Barnes and Mr.
Houston and company were seen passing on teams motored here Sunday and matched and Mrs. Herman Barnes had as their guests
their way to Altair to spend Mothers’ Day games with Franklin White Sox; scores 5-5. for the week end, Mrs. Martha Glyn of Hous-
with mis mother and friends. Mrs. *1 -----* * "-dr a- TortL: _ _ ... --------44
BEEVILLE
By MISS GRACIE BELL RUPE
BEEVILLE.—Miss Nazrine Rupe, better
known as Boots and her buddies, entertained
Tuesday night with 28 guests present at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Rupe. Mr. and
Mrs. Allen Rupe entertained the senior class
and teachers with a dinner which was beau-
tifully arranged, with Queen Anna’s lace as
three courses. The junior and senior recep-
tion was held at the school auditorium which
was made up of dressing room, sitting room,
dining room, which was very beautifully dec-
orated in the class colors, blue and silver. “
Miss L. M. Davis is a visitor of Mr. and 7.
Mrs. W. M. Davis. Mother Vera Kennedy
and L. A. Scott of Victoria, Miss Florine
Hines and Torn Holland of Edna were visi-
tors of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Rupe.
WHARTON
WHARTON.—Pursuant to the call of Pref.
N. N. Tarver, county agent, a number of
the alumni and students of Prairie View
College assembled at the Wharton County
Training School Saturday morning and af-
fected a Prairie View alumni and students
club with officers as follows; N. N. Tarver,
president: E. A. Greer, vice president; Mrs.
Inez S. Mackey, secretary; Mrs. Mildred
Money, assistant secretary; Mrs. B. L. An-
derson, treasurer: Mrs. C. N. Golden, pianist;
Mrs. T. B. Morris, chorister, and J. H.
Speaker, reporter. About twenty-one teachers
had their names enrolled. Next meeting will
be Saturday, May 19, at the same place. A
great religious revival at Mt. Silla Baptist
Church, Rev. A. C. Combe, pastor, haa just
closed with 18 new recruits and 7 deserters.
The 18 were baptized Sunday with about 200
present to witneaa the happy occaaion. Rev.
S. L. White of Glen Flora, aided by the pan-
tor, conducted the revival. Monday night,
after the installation of officers, chicken,
cake and ice cream were served grstia. Miss
B. B. Sterne, who has been teacher in the
Sorrell •School for approximately 40 years,
was stricken last Thursday night by paralysis
and b now in a critical condition. Sutfday
was a great day at Mother Zion Baptist
Church. Rev. Bell baptised about 21 in the
Colorado River Sunday morning. Funerals
handled by Daniel Golden, Undertakert Mar-
tin Fisher, died May 6; Lee Jones, died May
given by W. W. Smith, Jr., was very suc-
cessful. Despite the rainy weather, many
were present but due to the fact that part
of the party had to be held in the house, it
will be repeated May 84 at the home of W.
W. Smith, Sr. Delcerie to resting fine after
breaking her leg. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hen-
derson motored here to bring Rev. C. H.
Brown, who preached a wonderful sermon. !»•
eluding all classes of Mother Zion Baptist S.
S., more than 10 certificates were awarded
those that were promoted to a higher class. •
Services were well attended at Tyre Chapel A.
M. E. Church. Sunday school was attended
likewise. Banner clam was Clam 2. Mrs. L
A. Matthews is on the sick list Rev. 8. J.
Matthews to conducting a series of meetings
in Matagorda for 10 nights. Tyrse Chapel to
on ths upward marsh. Little Inett Pettit of
Kendleton, to visiting relatives. Rev. and
Mrs. Matthews, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Fuller
of Texas City, who made a business trip to
ths city May 10, met many friends and rela-
tives. Mrs. 8. E. Holland, a niece, Mrs. Ber.
the Phillips, Mrs. Evelyn Young, and little
Rebecca Les Jackson made a flying trip to
Edna Monday on business. Messrs. Isiah and
Isaac Clark of Goose Creek and Mrs. Roadie
Byrd of Gate Prairie were guests of rela-
tives, Mrs. Amy Clay and children. Before
a and enthusiastic uuwa May 11, the
eager and determined girls of Hilliard High
defeated the scrappy ladies team of ths P.T.
A., 20-11. Quite a pitching performance “MS
staged between Mrs. Alma Olark, Mien Woold
ridge, Eaton and Roberts. The fleet Mrs.
Pearl Wooks and Mrs. Olark puzzled the
school girls quite often with their clever base
running. The catching of Mrs. Luvella
Mills and the batting of Mrs. Susie Adams
were beautiful to behold. The other i out-
By MRS. I. N. TAYLOR
HEARNE,—Mr. and Mrs. 1. A. Reese of
. Prairie View, on their way to Waco to spend
the week end, stopped in the city to get their
mother, Mrs. M. A. Dixon, to accompany
them. Mrs. M. A. Boyd Kimbrough, was dep-
utized to speak to the Odd Follows and „,_ „„. —,------
, Household of Ruth at Rockdale Sunday. She a large and enthusiastic crowd
• was accompanied by T. O. Ricks and Mbs
Helen Williams. Mbs Gertie McGowen haa
returned from Galveston where she visited
her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Bud May-
nard. w. D. Dunn, student of P. Q. College,
spent this week end with parents, Mr. and
Mrs Leonard Dunn. Ulysses Gray, a young
minister of the M. E. Church, who b taking
his high school in D. D. 8., spent a few
days at home with parents last week. Ladies--------------— ,--7 _
Aid ef M. B. Church entertained with a lawn standing players of P.-T. A. were first base,
party Friday at the home of Rev. and Mrs. -1 * *5---
Sneed. Radio music and games were the
amusements. Rev. B. M. Moss preached a
wonderful Mother’s day sermon at 11 a. m.
Sunday, Mrs. L. J. Bradford and Mrs. Moss
conducted an excellent program Sunday night.
Mr.
CALL
CALL.—The Fifth Sunday Board of the
Sabine Valley Association of Newton County
was held at Call. The Mission Society ren-
dered a program Saturday night with Mrs.
Carrie Lee Thompson and R. O. Adams in
charge. After the program the pastor made
some encouraging remarks. Sunday was a
high day. The singing choir from Shanki-
ville sang for the service. Sunday evening
dinner was spread on the church ground, a
large number attending. Money raised $20.28.
Two weeks revival was held at Antioch Bap-
tist Church and four souls were added. Sun-
day was a high day. After the preaching 7
with his mother and friends. Mrs. Beatrice ire. Erma Tyler left Tuesday for Fort ton. Ward’s Chapel M. E. Church celebrated persons weredbaptise A57 % kA aS
Ray, who has been in Sanderson for some Worth where she will join her husband, L. Mothers Day praying and preaching and number attend thes-ddine elders Sue
time is here with her mother on account of J. 1- Mie Mecile Demnnev is home after fe--*---ILE2------fallow * Mr. cer and Mice Neble Spike at Angoch HAU
iness. Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Black of Browns-
ville are the proud parents of a baby girl.
The lesson taught at Mt. Olive by Prof. E.
H. Henry was a masterpiece, subject, “Un-
fitness for Service."
Worth where she will join her husband, L.Mothers Day praying and preaching and
J. Tyler. Mise Marjie Dempsey is home after Sunday night’s program was ss follows: Mrs. s the weddins services began
a successful school term at Calvert, The Rob: A. J. Mills, mistress of ceremonies. Selection ChurehtuAdt: s.for
ertaon Brothers quartet of the Mt. Pleasant by the choir; paper by Mre. Ezella Jackson,
Community will sing at 8. X. Hope, May 20. I subject, “Mother’s Day.” Solo, Robert Frank-
--------------------------- lin, paper by Mrs. Nancy Fisher, of Houston,
SOMERVILLE subject, “A record.” Solo, Mrs. Martha Glyn,
5U-A of Houston, and a soul stirring sermon by
A Lets report the pastor, Rev. T' M. Stewart. All Sunday
SOMERVILLE.-—All Sunday choole Schools were well attended with superinten-
By MISS MOZELL BOLAND good attendance Sunday. The 7th gradeerad, dents and teachers present.
CORRIGAN.—Rev. Molett waa at his port nation exercise was quite a success Friday
Sunday. The Church of God in Christ to still nighL Rev. Goins made some encouraging re
carrying on its meeting. The baccalaureate marks to the class. Little Mise Hattie Mae
sermon was delivered by Rev. W. W. Johns- Dotson is valedictorian of the class, Mrs. A.
O Livingston. The graduation exercise for 1 M. Wilson, teacher. Many friends were pless-
the Allen High School was held Monday even- ad to have Rev. R. H.Howard in the city
ing. After the baccalaureate sermon, the Saturday and Sunday. The baccalaureate ser-
class of 1984 motored to Houston. Miss T. mon was wonderfully preached Sunday at
Pemilton of Houston, daughter of Rev. 0. H. Smith Chapel AME church. The seniors were
pemilton, has been elected assistant teacher beautiful in their cape and gowns. The odd
no the next school term. Fellows and Ruths had their annual Thanks-
for the next senoo: term. giving program Sunday. Mr. Moore and Dan
-------------------------------=-==== Harris of Brenham were visitors, also N. P.
______________________________Hutchinson, who made a fine talk. Miss B.
E. and Miss Thelma Lott, Ollivet, Doris Mae
- I McGowan spent Sunday in Washington Coun-
ty. Mrs. R. A. Hunt left Sunday night for
California to attend the funeral of her ne-
phew, O. C. HunL
eer and Miss Rebie Spike at Antioch Baptist
Mrs. Gertrude Wysingle of Houston is here
visiting friends and relatives. Miss Odessa
Davis and Frankie Davis of Oakdale are here
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS.—Sunday school was
very good last Sunday with ona new pupil
added Mr. J. E. Rhodes went to Springhill
Sunday school which is doing fins. Tuesday
was a high day at Springhill Baptist Church.
Rev. N. P. Johnson, pastor, was successful
in rabing hb money to help build a platform
across the church. Quite a number of the
brothers were present, with their tools to
help work. The sisters brought their lunches
at 12:80 to the church and served ice cream
and cake. All had a nice time working and
eating at the church. Mr. Henry Thomas who
has been confined to hb home for several
weeks seems to be somewhat improved. Mr.
John Booker motored to Jasper Saturday.
Mrs. Bertha Cooper entertained her three
daughters, Mattie, I. D. and Merry Lee with
a birthday party last Sunday afternoon. The
party was well attended and enjoyed by
all. Prof. E. R. Loe b visising his wife in
Bishop College this week. Spring Hill school
closed last Friday and Saturday nights.
visiting their sister.
CORRIGAN
HEMPHILL
HEMPHILL.—Sunday school opened at 9:45
a. m. with Supt. O. T. Simmons and hb staff
CUERO
CUERO.—Miss 8. B. Farrow was the
charming hostess to a partar honoring the
senior class and faculty Thursday, May 11, at
her home, 509 Bruce street. The recaption
room was decorated with the class colors and
KELTYS
KELTYS.—A play was staged Saturday
night at ML Calvary Baptist Church entitled,
"Wanted a Mother." The Diboll and Trinity
female quartets rendered music. Sunday was
a very high day beginning with Sunday
school and followed by 11 o’clock service. A
Mother's day program was rendered Sunday
evening with a number of out of town guests
present. Mr. and Mrs. Troy of Longview were
visitors of their mother and friends. Mr. and
Mra. Landers Hilburn, Mrs. Hensley and
daughter. Miss Julia V. of Marshall spent the
week end with Mr. and Mrs. Denby. Little
Misses Marie and Marjorie Jingles and the
Stewarts were the guests of relatives. Mrs.
Virginia Balls of Trinity was the week end
guest of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Riles.
CORSICANA
CORSICANA.—The Junior Fleu DeLis Club
met at the community center with Miss Mo-
zelle Jones as hostess. Plane were made for
the future. After the business session, ice
cream was served and meeting adjourned.
Mrs. Hawkins is art instructor, Miss Lucille
Burton, president; Cathryn Priest, secretary:
and Mozelle Jones, chaplain and reporter.
The Girle Readiness Club held their annual
mother-daughter banquet Friday evening, May
11. Many mothers were present. The program
consisted of the processional: a play, “King
Lear”: mothers coronation, Ernestine Daye;
solo, Mother Macrree, Zenobia Harris. Synop-
sis of the play by President Hattie Lowe.
During Hiss Daye’s speech, she crowned the
oldest mother in the audience. Hiss Days
was awarded the prise by Prof. J. N. Nelum,
English department, for having the highest
number of mothers present. She in turn pre-
sented it to her mother, Mrs. Maud Daye. Ice
cream and cake were served after the pro-
gram. An amplifier was used to advantage so
man Locket, Bessie Cox, Lucile Johnson and
Florence Johnson, while Berniece Barnes, Ro-
sa Austin and Lucile Stephney starred for
the girls. This was a great game despite the
fact that the P.-T. A. was minus several
players, viz. Mrs. Sallie Holland, Ferniel.
Grace Holland, and Naomi Bouldin. That
was a red hot game, and the spectators seem-
ed to have enjoyed it. But the ladies kept
Umpire Clark between the “devil and the
deep blue sea" on decisions.
I thst all might hear the program. Hattie Lowe
is president and Mrs. H. B. Brashear, spon-
sor.
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By 0. K. PARKER
CAMERON. Sunday school opened at 9 :30 |
Sunday with Supt Aycock in charge. A
splendid lesson was had with 80 or 90 pres-
ent Mr. Clay was present and made some
timely remarks after which the Star Light |
Band under the leadership of Mrs. Golie
Hoyle came forward with a splendid program
of duets, solos, recitations, declamations, and
tries. Pastor Humber was in Calvert with
hie church and all present left in smiles re-
joicing over the program rendered by the
children. Slater Hoyle gave prizes to the
ones raising the highest amount Little Miss
Talley won first prise, little Miss Thigpen and
Miss Talley, second prize. Mrs. P. K. was
called to Los Angeles, Cal., to the bedside of
her mother, Mrs. Sheppard, who died several
days after she arrived.
TEXARKANA
TEXARKANA.—Mrs. Lucite Atkins was
hostess to the Smart Set Social and Art Club
Thursday afternoon at 2:80 at her home,
1329 Pine Street The club met in business
session and B. C. P. Alexander presided.
Plans were completed for the club a mid-
spring style show, which will beld May 16.
A committee was appointed on arrangements
for the club’s annual picnic on June let
Mrs. M. E. Aiken is chairman; Mrs. C. P.
Alexander, president; Mrs. Mary E. Dixon,
secretary, and Mrs. Willie Jones Williams,
reporter.
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By MISS RUTHIE MAE HICKS
JEFFERSON.— Rev. G. H. Adams of Jeff-
erson, Texas was happily married to Mrs.
Lottie Mitchell of Bivins April 9, Rev. A. F.
Salters officiating. Mrs. Ada Scott of Jeff-
erson died in the hospital at Texarkana May
10. Funeral services were held at St. Paul
M. E. Church, Rev. Caraway officiating.
Omaha First Baptist Church, Rev. H. R.
High, pastor, was called to attend the fune-
ral of Miss Anna Mae Brister, who died
May 11. May 18, Sunday school opened at
9:80, Superintendent Alfred Strickland at his
poet. Classes were arranged and taught by
the teachers. Ths collection was good and 8
visitors were present. At 11:80, devotionals
were led by Buster Brown after which a pro-
gram was rendered honoring mothers, which
was highly landed by all. Rev. W. M. War-
ran preached a soul stirring sermon. The
house was filled to capacity, offering $17.50.
BYPU at 8 p. m. The YWA met with Miss
Minnie B. Hughes, chairman, and collection
from all sources was $20.60.
KENDLETON.—Mothers Day services were
high at the various churches. At 8 o’clock.
Oak Hill Baptist Church had a fine Mothers
Day program sponsored by Mis. L. A. Pink
with Mrs. Indiana King, mistress of cere-
montea. Mrs. Mahala Claiborne, who died in
Dallas, waa brought hero for buriel May 11,
Rev. L. Neal officiating. The revival meet-
ing of Oak HU1 Baptist Church, conducted by
Rev. White of Houston, is a real success and
several are waiting baptism, Mrs., Susan
Tarver, who died May 18, will be buried
May 16. All the farmers are rejoicing over
a good rain that fell here last week.
---1 4)
HEMPSTEAD
HEMPSTEAD.—The new pastor was wel-
comed by a good congregation. He delivered
a wonderful sermonette, subject, "Mother."
A great many Prairie View people were over
in the morning service and a short program
waa also rendered. Sunday night was given
over to a splendid Mothers Day program,
conducted by Miss Wells, after which the
pastor preached a abort sermon.
000
By MISS P. L. KILPATRICK
HEMPSTEAD.—Mothers Day services Sune
day at Bethlehem M. E. Church were well at
tended and enjoyed by all present. The
Hempstead Mate quartet honored Mothers Day
service with a lovely selection entitled "My
Mothers Prayer” just before the sermon. Im-
mediately after the beautiful aermon on moth-
er by Rev. Jackson. Misses P. L and M. E.
KUpatrick delighted the audience with a duet
"That Wonderful Mother of Mine.” A pro-
gram in honor of mother was rendered Sun-
day night. Rev. Jackson, ear pastor, left
Monday morning to attend the Rural School
at Wiley College. We were glad to see our
pastor’s wife out again after having been
confined to the home for several weeks on ad-
count of sickness. Warren Freeman, Mr. and
Mrs. Boulden of Houston, spent Mother’s Day
with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Free-
man. E. L. Watson visited his mother here
Sunday.
FIDELITY
By AUSTIN RICHMOND, JR.
FIDELITY-Jerusalem Baptist B. 8. open-
ed at 8:80 with Supt. A R. Richmond and
teachers at their post. Attendance was good.
Each teacher had burning messages to Im-
part to their classes. Review period was used
by the pastor. Much enthusiasm was mani-
fested. Faithful Workers class still retains
the banner. 11 o’clock service began on time.
Our pastor preached a splendid sermon. Sub-
ject, “Mother’s Cars." A splendid program
was rendered at 8:00 D. m. by Home Mis-
sion Sisters. Jerusalem Senior and Junior
quartet were present and rendered some soul
stirring selections as usual. Night service was
well attended. The pastor preached out of his
soul. Subject: "Behold My Mother.” Mrs. Le-
nora May of Austin and Mbs Katherine Col-
man of Houston were visiting their sister,
Mrs. 0. C. Richmond, Mrs. Roberta Kelley
and Mr. McKinley Richmond were happly
united Thursday night, May 10, at the home
of Rev. U. D. Dodd.
FLATONIA
By ALYCE HOWARD r
FLATONIA.—A lovely surprise in the form
of a delicious dinner was tendered Mrs. Hen-
ry Lafond by her children Sunday. A beau-
tiful Mothers Day spirit. Mmes. Cass Tay-
lor and Lonnie Houston entertained a party
of Houstonites Friday night with a “cream”
party. The guests were Mrs. F. A. Ray and
daughter, Miss Ruth, C. L Smith, A. Alton,
L. Vickers of Houston, and O. Williamson of
St. Louis, Mo. Thta party was in attendance
to the closing exercise of the primary depart-
ment, Mrs. C. L. Smith, teacher. L. B. Kin-
chion, Jr., was with local Prihiana the past
weekend. Mmes. Dora Davis, Nettie Davis,
and Mr. and Mrs. B. Brownlow attended the
funeral of Baby Wand Davis at Yoakum
Thursday. Mrs. S. 0. Collins, Mbs Ocilee
Bratcher and little Ernest Winkfield, Jr., are
guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Bratcher. Mr.
Viola Menefee has returned to San Antonio
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