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SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 1942 SUM Wm oMfo&rt SOCIETY Plymouth Charity Event Attracts Large Attendance Local Club Scene Os Gay Event By GLADYS MILLS The Plymou.h Charity commiltee Chib 666 last Thursday night, was • financial success, although many advance paid admissions were rained it. It was a very bad night for folk to wend their ways pleasure ward. Those who were gonial crowd, and much fun was had by all. Need we repeat here that the charming atmosphere at Club 666 :$ highly conducive to a g )od time, and that the new floor •now there is very, very smooth? Among the table sponsors were Mr. and Mrs. El wood Garvin. Mrs. Esther Dade, Miss M. White, Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Marlowe, Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Edwards. Dr. and Mrs. Gilbert Edwards, Julian Holder. Miss Edlcc Webster, Hortensc Lee. Marshall Williams, Miss Everson. Ruth E. Webb. Joseph Trent, Dr and Mrs. J. B. Goggins, Miss Hcrtha Priest, Mr. Thurlow Fitzpatrick. Miss Roberta McGuire. Commis sioner and Mrs. Petry Fisher, Atty. and Mrs. Edward Turner, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Grccniagc, Mr. and Mrs. Mose Walker. Dr. and Mrs. A. E. Thomas. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Thomas. Lyda Gary. Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Ford Odley. Dr. and Mrs. C. E. Whitby. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Johnson. Mrs. Sue Black. Mrs. Nina Sears. Clifford Van Hargis. Mr. and Mrs. John Wesley Barber. Members of the committee will prepare a complete list of contri butions to be published at a later Wiremen In Fun fest Here • Associated Electricians held a gala party last week at popular Three 666 club where there was, in? time. f h S ica.-on's highlights as the banquet I *pon>orcd by the wiremen was called to order as refreshments! were served as hilarity became the ' goal of those present. A chicken dinner with all the | trimmings and champagne de ls.‘ed the many friends and guests j of he Associated Electricians while they viewed the entertaining floor-1 snow and danced to the music of' Lanky Bowman's band. Among those present at the gala j party honoring inspector and Mrs. t H. L..vc were: Carl Ra'ddcu. Miss E’mina Gibson. Mr. and Mrs. Henry j Gregory. Mr. and Mrs. W. Simons. Mr and Mrs. Brady Moss, Mr. and) Mr-. Charles Reeves.Tlr.''and Mrs., T E Jackson. Mr. and Mrs. Charles I Block. Mr. and Mrs. H M Brown.: M and Mrs. J. L. Bcrnedy. Mr. and j Mr>. Glen Cochrane. Mr. and Mrs. F. > aid F. Jones and others. 1 w * lii jitiL I Mrs. Lincoln Wall is shown cutting her cake, at the wedding reception, which followed her mar riage to Mr. Wall last Sunday at St. John C M C. church. Mrs. Wall is the former Miss Elizabeth Mrs. M. Moon Surprised At Natal Party By GLADYS MILLS Mrs. Mamie Moon, of Garfield avenue was pleasantly surprised with a birthday party in her honor, which was given for her by her husband. James Moon. The party was held lact Sunday evening. For the occasion the house was beautifully decorated w-ith huge containers of pink peonies: in the dining room, the table was artis tically decorated, and a large birth day cake made the centerpiece. Bridge and dancing were the in teresting features of entertainment, in addition to a delicious dinner Among those who attended the affair, bringing scores of lovely gifts for the honoree. were. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Thompson. Mrs. Li ona Diggs. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pitt?. Mr. and Mrs. W M Grey. Miss Con stance Reynolds. Mr. Avery. Wil- I bam Malone. Mr. and Mrs Chester Faster, from Pontiac. Mich.; Mr. I and Mrs. Elmer Roach. Mr. and Mrs.' I Joel Marshall. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin I Jackson. Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Sulli j The guests were reluctant to leave the gala affair, and many of them remained until the wee small hours lof the morning, making of Mrs. | Moon's natal day celebration a truly j ! memorable occasion. Mrs. E. C. Pollard Is J Feted On Birthday I WINFIELD. Ga— A most dclight jful occasion of Sunday. June 7. was |a surprise birthday dinner given ,n I honor of Mrs! E. C. Pollard on i seventy-second birthday by her children at the home of her son. Ip G Pollard. j The dinner was served in the yard under the shade trees and the j table was centered by a beautiful two-tiered birthday cake. The j honoree received many lovely To Be More Beautiful ... VISIT ADDIE’S BEAUTY SHOP at 967 ERSKINE STREET Free Scalp Treatment WITH EVERY SHAMPOO IF YOU HAVE FALLING HAIR EXPERIENCED OPERATORS TO SERVE YOU ADDIE TUCKER. Proprietress For Appointments Call Ca. 5036 DAVID STROTHER’S - REFRIGERATION ...SERVICE... Domestic & Commercial LICENSED BONDED 941 ALGER AVE. Tr. 2-1031 Tr. 2-9509 LI IROQUOIS CLUB ESTABLISHED 1901 CHAS S. SIMPSON. Prop.—FRED BURNELL. Mgr. 1905 St. Antoine Street - Clifford 1431 KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY (Benefit of Scholardship Fund) 'THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE ■T"' ’X RELIABLE INDEPENDENT WEEKLY CHESEBORO-WALL NUPTIAL PARTY Lucretia Cheseboro. Left to right are Bunnie Freeman. Frankie Walker, Melvoir Cheseboro, Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln Wall. Mr Albert McSwain, Mr. Fred Tyler, Mr. George Cheseboro and Mr. Talbert Collins. MARRIAGE ANNOUNCED Ik-. L W The marriage of Mis- Janey King to Mr. John P. Massey Jr., was revealed this week. The couple both of whom were students at the time, were married in Ohio, last fall. Mrs. Massey is the daughter of Reverend and Mrs. William King of Vincwood avenue. She is a June graduate of Wayne university. Mr. Massey rs a June graduate ‘of D.I.T. and former student of Michigan State college. Style With Pin Money By THELMA LEE FOR FORMAL GARDEN WEDDING We huo forgotten «.'! about this on us Tnere were s.x somewhat ; MISS LEE Can you help me'’ 1 am going to get marred next , month and 1 thought of hav.ng it in our flower garden, as it .» so I beautiful I am no: quite sure »- to what I should wear and w ill you place Is -.heir any charge- for your I services" If so ju.-t tr.ai; me the b II -Mix PH THE BRIDE WEARS he trad - sorie* as for formal daytime wed- | ivory or a scry delicate snadr With long sleeves, gloves are not, I The ve.l may be l..ng or fingertip and may be rr.ade of modern n.a- ; terial or old lace which s of.cn • fam ly heirloom. The bnoe may carry ether usual bt.cal Bouquet or a white prayer bonk. THE BRIDESMAIDS g. a r.« h. t gioves may be worn, but w in long sieves gloves ate unnceea ary Here large garden hats are often 1 worn. Bouquets of garden flowers are more fitting for the setting THE GROOM WEARS a cutaway coa: with white linen wa.«t co.-t and •gray striped trousers The gloves should be white, four-.n-hand tie shoes and socks black Alt bou tonnieres are white. th« be<t mans differ.r.g from the-groom.and those of the ushers differ.nj? from the best man. I have fiv*l format •• FOR A FORMA! OAR* j DEN WEDDING. Should you like to know about AN INFORMAL GARDEN WEDDING T will he glad to h< p% u -HAPPINESS TO YOU. HAVE I BEEN OF ANY HELP TO you? Address your questions to The'.-, ma Lee. Fashion Editor, Michigan MOONLIGHT CRUISE AND DANCE On BIG STEAMER - Put-In-Bay CLUBS and Other Briefs BROWN MODELS On Sunday. June 7, the Brown Models entertained with a sport dance at the beautiful Tropical Gardens. Jimmy Davenport and his orchastra furnished music for the affair. A gala time was had by all. The event proved to be quite a success and the Brown Models wish to thank their friends and members of various clubs for mak ing it so. The club held its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. Cas sye Rankins. Thursday evening. After the regular business session, the hostess served a delicious salad course. A gay social hour followed, after which the club adjourned to meet at the home of Mrs. Leila Radchffe. Rose Densiey, reporter. WHOOPEE GIRLS The Whoopef Girls had a call meeting at the home of Mrs. Hattie Mae Salters. 1353 East Forest street. The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Alberta Brown Prayer was led by Mrs. Grace Ivory. Roll was called. Those absent were Miss Sallie Coleman and Mias Ruth Goodwin. Old and new business was called for. Dues were paid. The Whoopee Girls gave their par ty Saturday, June 13. The girls wish to thank all the clubs that helped make their affair a huge success. Ruby Gilbreath, reporter. NINE OF HEART BRIDGE Members of the club met at the home of Mrs. Helen Green. 5373 Scottcn. The meeting was opened. All members were present. After the meeting and business, a lovely luncheon was served by the hos tess. The president. Mrs. Helen Green and Mrs. Lillian Mclitor will be in Lansing, Mich., to attend the Elks’ convention. The next meet ing will be at the home of Mrs. Lillian Mileton, 597 Holbrook. Hel en Green, president; Irene Vincent, reporter. CLUB TRECF. Members of the club met on Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Hattie Fuller, 440 East Ferry ave nue. The meeting was opened a? usual with the club aong. calling of the roll and the collection of | dues. Officers for the ensuing year were installed by Mrs. Rosa Gragg, president of the Detroit Association of Women's clubs. After the in stallation of officers and other bus iness. bridge was played with priz es going to the following ladies: Mrs. lantha Smith, first; Mrs. Clif ford Reid, second: Mrs. Ida Strong. booby and Mrs. Ro«a Gragg, guest. Other guests included Mis Frank lin. Mrs. Elliot and Mrs. Hill. . After a delicious repast, the meeting adjourned lo meet Wed nesday. June 24 at the home of Mrs. lantha Smith. 424 Alger ave nue. Mrs. Clifford Reid, president;! Mrs. Tillie Huggins, scribe. ROY ALETTES BRIDGE I Members met at the home of, Mrs. Wilma Jones, the club's secre tary. A lovely luncheon was served. Arrangement? were made for en ji iinining their g'ie« tc a rockt-a4 party which the club is giving at the 666 dub on Wednesday. June 17. Mrs. Ethel Jones, the club trea surer, who is touring the South on her vacation, hopes to be with the members for the dub party Bridge prizes were awarded as follows: Mrs. Mamie Pippens. first prize; Mrs. Florence Matthews. .«ee«*d; Mrs. Marie Icsom. consolation. Mrs. Edna Norris, reporter. , Chronicle. * * * WHERE TO BUY WHAT YOU WANT A s' PIN MONEY PRIC ES (.rand *>rrare Bar-B-Que old fii>h..uied pit Bar-B-Que Pork * .-hoj'.dcrs. beef. veal, chicken and j latr.b. Refresh yourself with beer I and vine Open at 5 p m..' to 3 I 299 East Palnrtrr avenue. Call Ma ! THE HOBBY SHOP-we make . . kitchen curtaina . . . pot* j judders applique . crocheted ! ‘and rmbroidety work ncat.y done I | cock;.. : napkin*. perfume flower j ' ket- every article handmade or 1 Hand Pa mod. For your next g.ft P. /<• Visit THE HOPiBY SHOP. Trinity 1,-4292. ■ ap e CRESCENDO SOCIAL i For the first time since the club , was organized, the regular meet-1 ing was postponed for the month j of May. But the month of June | jfmds those who were ill up and i able to ho around The meeting was j j held at the home of the president. I Mr. McCary whose wife has boon Ull, but feels somewhat better. Mrs | Cannon, another member who has ! been ill. was out also for the first j held and plans for the future were laid. CLl'B OF THOUGHT ! Members met last Thursday at the home of Mrs B. Batie, 3337 , Preston street. All members were J present with the exception of Mrs. |F, Alien. A drl.ghtful luncheon was I served by the hostess followed by I discussions of businevs. Next aes- Last Call for These Bargains! ICE BOXES useoi . . . $9.95 ONLY A FEW LEFT HURRY Reclaimed GAS STOVES 56.95 SOME look (Jp! ¥ PPIC 2331 GRATIOT AVE. MkiMmiMli tSP open EVENINGS siona will be with Mrs. Thelma Bell. 665 Palmer street. Mrs. B. Ogletree. scribe. MON CHU EIGHT BRIDGE The regular meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Helen Jeffer son. Plars were made fo' a defense tea to be given at the Brewster center. June 25. After the business meeting, a lively social hour was enjoyed by the girls with a delici ous luncheon served by the charm- The next meeting will be held with Mr* Tcressa Jones. Mrs. Irma Tulloch. president; Mildred Scott, reporter. ROYAL PALM Club convened in its regular weekly session at the home of Mrs. | R Alvin of St Aubin street. Called ; to order by the president. Mrs. L. Roman, old and new business was discussed. Delightful refreshments followed the business session after w hich the group adjourned to meet the president at 1990 McLean ave nue. Mary Bradford, club scribe. PEERLESS ART The Peerless Art club met June 11 at the residence of Mrs. Lexanna Mosley on Inverness. The president. Mrs. Lela Hendricks, presided. This was the final meeting and all com mittees made their reports. Plans for the bazaar to be held at the Women's Federation were com pleted. Visitors for the evening were: Mrs. J. E. Kersey. Mary Poole, Audrey Boulding. Florence Fifes. Virginia Muse A G Tolcs. May- Brown, Helen Steward and Moselle Ulmer. Next meet.ng to be held October, 1 at the home of Mrs .1 Matklin on I Hague. F. Doven. scribe. Graduate Chapter ) Organized By Zetas! PETERSBURG. Va—A graduate 1 chapter of Zeta Pin Beta sorority i was organized at Virginia State col lege on June fi Sorors from Rich mond, Newport News and Washing ton. D. C., journey to the college to witness the set-up of the new chapter by officers Esther Peyton, regional director; Helena Scott, state deputy; Sara Holmes, grand first anti basileus; and Irma Thomp son. grand financial secretary. Following the initiation and or ganization the sorors were served *u(>per m the Lrttte Theatre where j their brothers of the Phi Beta Sig ma fraternity joined them and ex tended greetings. The members of the chapter are Antoinette Brown Boone, basiie-js; j Mary Nugent. Anti basileus; Alice I Stokes, arammateus: Gwendolyh Brown. Christine Trotter and Gc jneva Jacksbr Myster Couple Observes Fifth Anniversary! AUGUSTA. Ga.—Mr. 'and Nti-sT James L. Huff celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary Monday eve ning. June 1. with a host of friends I present at home. Present to enjoy the occasion were Miss Lula Belle Williams. Mrs. Ruth Seago. Mrs. Camilla Nor ris. Mrs Martha Evans, Miss Audry Pearl Huff. Jim Darlington. Lonnie Shivers and Whitlaw Peake. Don't Be— FAT SLUGGISH PEPLESS At Sam’s. Hudson's or Try Your Neighborhood Druggist First Price $1.50 FOR GENEROUS SIZE SUPPLY Monday, June 22,1942 Leaves Foot of First Street 8:45 P.M. H Saven Sugar —On Your Table —ln Your C/tokitig AI»AfA SYRUP GOOvjLp! Wayneite Cute Cathryn Harbard. former Dclsprite, and winner of lasi year's Delta scholarship, is com poser of Delsprites annual song. She was assisted in the writing of the song by Rosa Lee Merri weather. also of Wayne univer sity. Cathryn is employed at the main library on Woodlawn ave nue. as well as being quite active at Wayne. »Jnm sulphur IUT THE ECONOMICAL No. 5 CAN Tell Our Advertisers You Saw It In The Defender STOP BUYING FURNITURE FOR YOUR LANDLORDS! RENT UNFURNISHED! THE SAVINGS IN RENT WILL TAKE CARE OF YOUR FURNITURE PAYMENTS ALL BEAUTIFUL NEW FURNITURE I avnßM-irs MCTI iH.7 "v;:, - Bamiiiii i jaiiiiiiidi* Hi Smoker* Monthly riiiow«. I P a. M lill rvi PKN |A ,##4 ffi 1 e VFN,N,i I vfbf r! ' iVi i * I V JS\ TItI 9 BLANKET Ifeffl-rfflm'i.'a.iiu.M LI 334 MICHICAN be s,l?d as " i c£s t s o " * 4-ROOM DE LUXE HOME OUTFITS $lO9-$129-$149 HEY! HEY!! SOMETHING NEW .... UADI CM CLEANERS, DYERS nHnLELIYI and LAUNDRY 9404 OAKLAND AVENUE AT KENILWORTH REPAIR- REMODEL-ALTER OR CLEAN YOUR SUITS AND-DRESSES CASH AND CARRY -3 HOUR SERVICE WE ALSO CALL FOR AND DELIVER HATS CLEANED AND BLOCKED COMPLETE LAUNDRY SERVICE Hours: 7:30 A M. to 9 P.M. SUNDAY PRESSING 8 A.M. TIL 12 NOON C. r. LONC Proprietors ED. WINCATE Telephone: To. 8-0158 THE NAIPOIHTES PRESENTS AGAIN RECITAL CONTEST OF— Paul Laurence Dunbar FRIDAY. JUNE 26. 1942 At Lucy Thurman Branch Y.W.C.A. ADMISSION 25c PATRONS 50c Get Your Tickets at the Y W.C.A or From A Member CONTESTANTS PICAS': MAIL BLANK TO- Mrs. Elsie Calloway 531 East Montcalm datf: NAME ADDRESS / NAME or POEM ALL POEMS MUST Bf. F.V rH NT.vr; LeROY SMITH’S Orchestra Adults SI Children under 12,25 c (FEDERAL TAX INCLUDED) PAGE ELEVEN