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Page Five THe Daily fiew Journal, Murfreesboro, Tenn. Home of MiJfl Tenn. State College and Term, College For Women Wednesday Afternoon, April 28, 1943 VV Call In Xour Seat Heore telephone 22 CLUB NEWS 10 i. Si. On Day Of Publication I ET Mr.

and Mrs. Hargis Rowlette and little son of Auburntown, and Mr; and Mrs. Roy Rowlette spent Easter Sunday with their parents, Mr. and Mrs; J. L.

Rowlette. Miss Frances Little of Nashville, spent Sunday with Mrs. Myrtle-James. i Huglv-Hooperhasr-been-r sick- or-a week, but "is better now. Quite a few children enjoyed an Easter egg hunt Sunday afternoon on the sftiool ground.

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bum pus and children of Nashville, spent the week end with Mrs. Bumpus' mother, Mrs. Lee "Knox.

Cpl. Lyle Pitts, rorn Camp Chaffee, is spending a few days furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. V. M.

Pitts, Fiancee OfneiperFreeman A nnoimces Wedding Plans Smyrna USQ '7 Tmun Linda Melton is a nurse at the Erie Hospital in Chicago. One of her patients is Rita Lee, wife of young Dr. David Lee (called "Dr. Red" because of the color of bis hair), a former Erie interne who now has charge of a hospital in a small factory town, ilarlowe, Georgia. Rita beautiful but selfish and, though, David Is devoted to her and has lavished things on her, she has never forgiven him for taking her away from Chicago to live in a small, town.

She's a difficult, demanding patient and keeps Linda jumping. One evening Linda delays in answering Rita's call light and. when, she does, is horrified to find that Rita has died, with her hand on the signal cord. It's probable that Rita could not have been saved, but Linda is deeply conscience-stricken. When she's offered a chance to go to Georgia and work in David's hospital she.

accepts as a means of atoning to. him though he does not know SrL rDneand -iust rhrkim Mnda ame to his home to look after Diane while the chili's governess. Miss Palmer, is away for the holidays, ZrrV CHApra SOT THE people of Harlowe point- ed with pride to the house David Lee had built for his onue. iucy most beautiful home ever buijt in. Activity around the Smyrna U.S.O.

is definitely on the increase a few rainy days have delayed outdoor action but the gang carries on. Ping Pong Tournaments have been i the main dish on our recreational bill of fare and the onlyrtimeharspTnff-antag onism is ever felt among the femi- nine contingent of soldiers' wives, is during the process-ef a 'nip and tuck ping pong game. Croquet is also a favorite pastime down this wayIargetJCaslovjhP0 pirector, just can't be beat where competitive sports are concerned. little girl is above average with a paint brush. Tuesday luncheon of the sol diers wives as usual was a suc- ess.

ne iooa prepareu served by the girls themselves is something 'to write home Murfreesboro "girls seemed to take the Smyrna-ites over the hurdles in the afternoon Ping Pong Tour nament for shame! The Wednesday parties are more than ever the gala event of the week. A floor show held the spot light of the Easter party and that luscious home "made pie topped by U.S.O. ice cream completed the success of the In spite of the ration situation, each charm ing. Victory amveu Easter eggs attractively ayea, in one hand and a pie in the These hostesses never fail to car ry on, more power to them! House Mothers in attendance did much toward making the 'home like' atmosphere so appreciated by the boys. Our lawn in all its new spring attire has become a favorite spot for 'would-be' photographers from theiA.irBaseThecameras-arfr checked at the Club and the pictures are later developed in the newly equipped dark room.

The picturesque background of the Tucker. Mansion has served to car ry bit of the old south to many distant points from whence have come our visiting soldiery. Neil Kerico with his professional approach and tripod over his shoulder is' by now a familiar figure around these parts. Sherry Smith and his photographic genius has become a constant visitor to the photo lab of the U.S.O. The U.S.O.

Staff 'did it up right in Murfreesboro this past week as I luncheon guests of Miss Harkey. Intimate glimpses--Cecie Golinko studiously pounding the keys of her. typewriter; Margaret Kaslow, pencil in hand and paint Drusnes near by, depictirtg the club activities for the weekly bulletin; Marty, St. Luke's Episcopal Will Be Scene Of "Wedding On May 1 Miss Ann Roberts tfitner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.

John Meigrs Hitner; of Jackson's Creek, N. and formerly of Montclair, N.J., whose' engagement to John Leiper Freeman, U.S.M.C.R., son, of and John Leiper Freeman, of this was announced recently, has released partial plans for the wedding Ceremony which will be on Saturday evening. May 1. St Luke's Episcopal church-irt Montclairj New Jersey, will be the scene of the wedding and the Rev. Luke M.

White officiate. Mr. and Mrs. John R. Mitchell, grandparents of tbei bride, will give the reception at their home following the wedding.

The bride-elect will wear traditional bridal satin with her veil of illusion. Miss Hitner was educated at the Kimberly school, in Montclair, and at St. Catherine's School, in Richmond, Va, She is a member of the Junior League of Montclair. Mr. Freeman attended school in Murfreesboro and was graduate ed from Princeton university where he was a member- of Dial Lodge.

He expects to receive his commission in the United States Marine Corps Reserve on May 5, following- his marriage, at where he and his bride will then reside for "the next ten weeks while Mr. Freeman takes an advanced training course. T.C.W. Musicians Present Program In MeMiimville A musical program was presented at the First Baptist church of McMinnville, Sundayyby Mrs. Firman Miss Evelyn Willard, student, of Tennessee College for Women, at the invitation of the pastor, the Rev.

E. L. Smothers. The musician's numbers included "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," vocal solo by Mrs. Early, and "Consider the Lilies," vocal solo by Miss "Willard.

Miss Nell Smith accompanied the singers at the piano i The church contributions for the day went to the debt retirement for T.C.W. The musicians were accompanied on the trip by Pres. J.B. Clark and Ann Early. EAT MORE LIGHTLY EAT MORE OFTEjl By I ST I CKN EY Of Stickney, Griff is Gannaway The years have added up as JLhey have a way of doing and many are finding themselves on the sunset slope of life.

This means extra precautions to preserve that good" health' which is your due and which will make your declining years the best of yourfhejlast of niffoFAvhich the first was rr A practical" rule is to eat more often and eat more lightly. Your-doctor will advise you about diet and proscribe for your relief and comfort. Consult him for health. Patronize a skilled druggist for medication. This is the4 if tietrrrof aseries of Editorial Advertisements ap- pearing in the News Journal each week.

Copyright the inimitable, poking around here, ana there doing more than 'her ML- Joy, the Program all a'hustle as usual getting things in line for more fun and entertainment. 1 Miss Harkey seeing a gang to the -gate and watching the shuttle bus out of sight, a far away looktn her eyes. Lena, our dusky maid, all stiffly starched and smiling, grilling cheese sandwiches for the usual gang whom she declares 'haven't 'et all day by the looks of The U.S.O. carries The Sunday evening Vespers are becoming more and more popular and more than one would realize the boys enjoy the Sunday evening Hymn. Sings led by the director and her accordion.

The Music room is rapidly becoming a favorite spot and the closed door serves as a warning to any. unappreciative 'J ii i Jiv-er' who might wish to interrupt the. playing of Beethoven's Fifth or Ferde Grofe's Grand Canyon Suite. The Colored Boy's U.S.O. is exceeding expectation where fun and enjoyment are concerned and the hostess, Grace Gregory, does a splendid job of carrying on.

To date there havegerijxohehavinur problems and the. type of program carried on each week is practically a duplicate of that of the white U.S.O. Club. All ye Readers -we welcome you so come to see us! Read The Classified Ads If you suirer ftJON iHLY You who suffer such pain "with tired. nervous reelings, distress or irregularities" due to Junctional monthly disturbances should try Lydla E.

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Nancy Dijlon, daughter of Mrs. Josh Dillon, is visiting Betty Weaver, in Nashville. Pfc. William Patterson, of Camp Adair, Oregon, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Neil Dement, of North Maple street.

Corporal Blake A7 GilesTTrT United States Signal Corps, has been the recent guest of his parents at Eagleville. Miss Mary A. Strain, registrar at Tennessee College for Women, returned yesterday from a visit in Greencastle: Ind. She left last Saturday to make a visit home especially to be with her mother on her birthday. Mrs.

T. Farmer has- returned from a visit with her cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Ridley Kent, of Mt. Ju-liet.

Ralph Gwaltney, United States Army Air Forces, "arrived, yester day- for a 15-day furlough visit with Mrs. Gwaltney. and their young Carolyn, who are making: their home with her par ents, Mr. and Mrs. W.

L. Travis of North Church street. "Tomorrow, Mr. and Mrs. Gwaltney and Caro lyn will go for a visit with his par ents who live at Hickman.

Miss Billie Cox of Cookesville is a jruest of Mrs. W. V. BraswelLat her home in Kingwood Heights. Miss Katherine Butler and Hoyte T.

Stewart, chief clerk of the ration board, yesterday tended a meeting of ration board officials held in' Nashville. Purpose of the meeting, was to standardise procedure in rationing Offices, Mr. and Mrs. Leiper Freeman and BHV left-thia morning tor jviontciair, in. where they will attend the wed-ding of their son, John Leiper, UTS.M.C.R., to Miss Ann Roberts Hitner.

From there they will go to Quantico, to attend the graduation formalities at the Marine Base where their son Will receive his commission as Second Lieutenant. Patterson GlulT Learns Art Of Remaking Clothes The Patterson Home Demonstration club met for its annual meeting with Mrs. H. S. Morris, president of the club, -acting as hostess.

The meeting was opened with a song followed by -the devotional read by Mrs. H. C. Pate. The minutes were read and a treasurer's report was given by Mrs.

S. A. Vaughn. It was announced that the club Yas made a contribution to the Red Cross and has collected books for the Service men. Mrs.

H. S. Morris gave a demonstration for a crocheted center for flowers and Miss Ray Cole demonstrated mending cotlhing and also how to use pre-war cloth ing and suits into women ouwits. veiy helpful hints were giverren made-over clothing. Contests were held and several prizes were awarded.

-j- Mrs. J. A. Hill was added to the membership Refreshments wprp snrvrfl at the close of the meeting. I RTH A NNO UNC EM NTt Mr.

and Mrs, Houston Swafford announce the birth of a daughter, April 24, 1943. The baby has been named Doris Allen. Mrs. Swafford is-' the- daughter-f Mr. and -Mrs Wilkie Thompson.

in Cherokee Valley. "if I had mr way, you wouldn't 1 Its Georgian structure of white go," Miss Palmer remarked. brick flung, its beauty, against the Linda's eyes narrowed. "Why? mountainside. A winding road, "I've been naughty," Diane in-lined With tall evergreen trees, formed her.

curved up the slope to meet the "Very naughty." Miss Palmer front driveway. agreed. "Not a lesson dene correct- Linda, standing on the front ly today. You shall not have your steps with David, paused to look dessert. So don't touch it." around On the west, the mountain Linda glanced at the dessert to rose to its peak; the slope on the see what Diane was missing for the.

east) led down to the emeraid-green crime of not learning lessons. It was river, while the front faced the a nourishing custard that the wide-stretching valley and the vil- underweight child needed. lage below Disappointment clouded Diane "Oh. it's perfect Linda cried face. ''Mummy always gave me des-softly.

"It's so high up here. Were sert, even when I was naughty, you trying to get close to heaven?" Tears gathered in her gray Instantly, she regretted her "Even when I had red-headed tan-words- David's glance swept over surrounding country and came "Well, I'm not your mammy." back to rest on the house that he'd Miss Palmer snapped. you built with high hopes and youthful better not try a tantrum." dreams. Linda turned away, aff aid of the "Perhaps I was," he replied brief- anger that rose in her. Molly was ly.

"Perhaps that's where I made right. She sawAnna Palmer as a my mistake." cold-blooded woman with no sym-Then they were inside, and Linda pathy or kindness in her make-up. marveled at the beauty and luxury "Good-bye." She waved at Diane, that money could buy the deep "I'm going to the Christmas tree, rugs, the sweep of the draperies, the too." soft lights, the tasteful arrange- But Diane didn't answer. Her ment of furniture. To.

think that little chin was quivering. the perfection of this house had- failed to hold Rita Lee! IND A went downstairs, her eyes There was a large portrait of lu bright with indignation and her Rita hanging over the fireplace in hands clenched. Surely, Dr. Red the living room. Her blonde loveli- didn't know what kind of person ness had been painted in ice-blue Anna Palmer was; but he would satin, with pearls at her throat, know before long, for she meant Linda's breath caught.

Because of to tell him! -her mistake, this woman no longer v7i1iie the three of them were lived here. It seemed for a moment ving their evening meal, Miss there was a light of accusation in Palmer kept up a smooth and easy the beautiful-blue ejeslooking conversation. She explained a down at her. She saw David turn to jength to. Linda about the exten-look at the portrait and she knew siye training she'd taken to make he always thought of it the minute herseif competent to teach a child, he entered the house.

Her work. Her A COLORED woman entered the "Have you taught Diane the room. countries of Europe?" Linda asked This is Lily Mae." David In- sweetly. formed Linda. "She's what makes Miss palmer stared at her.

"Oh, the wheels go round in this house, tbink sne'S ready for that. Lily grinned widely. "Lawd, Dr. vou? Red. where this pretty young lady don.

thlnk Europe's ready." done come from? inrio. anwpred David smiled. "Miss Melton will iMd anrf Mlss Palmer be our guest while Miss Palmer is "Jth hfould turrfwTtWn'a weehtolS SWndef ouowedmy up the wind- them with an atrof sacrifice. Diane tog stairway and into a room that eeded her dimlv. Just aei was orchid and mauve perfection.

Linda thought grimly. Just get "YouTl be close to Diane in here." Lav toiret Lily explained. "You can move into aU, rn think of some way to prelates Palmer's room if you can get vent your returnr riLtodaestIred at the maid in sur- To be continued) prise. "What gave you that idea?" (The characters in this serial are "Aint a bad idea," Lily replied, fictitious) her eyes rolling. Copyright.

lMU Arcadia. Bo.va4k.pM. Linda felt an impulse to laugh. -Are they in, the nursery now?" she asked. "Yassum." Lily lingered while Linda slipped off her coat and hat.

drew a comb through her shining black hair, and applied lipstick to her lips. Then, she smoothed her dress over her slim hips. -Do I look all right?" she asked the hovering Lily. Tassum. Very much all right.

We can do with some brightness around here." Linda decided the maid didnt like Miss Palmer. "You may go now. I want to go the IT was Diane, she wanted to and she found her having her supper on a small table in the nursery. Miss Palmer, a large woman with cold eyes, sat near the child. "Are you the nurse who is to stay with Diane while I'm away?" Anna Palmer asked, her voice clipped.

Linda replied. tt aotao nrcvo rtrt DianA Tfc WAS to dSTSM the -f little- girl- She had his red hair hanging in curls about her piquant face. But Diane was graye. too Linda said, smiling. The Cluld glanced at Miss Palmer as if to get permission to return the smile.

Then she said. "I'm going to the chtmas tree tonight. Red's tak- Jitl' rlr srvaUveand.yotuwUl -be- wise to day. xou will be goaded into overdoing to day unless you are patient and can avoid carelessness. Hold your tem per! Pvt.

Donald Knight is now star tioned at Camp Lee, Virginia Lucy Furgason spent the last week with her Mrs. Emma Blankenship and son, Ernest, of Lascassas. Ben Brantley of Harrisonburg, Vais-spendingrh rs-vacationhe re Iwith Mrs. Brantley and little son. Edwin, and his parents, Mr, ana Mrs.

Will Brantley. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Weaver and little daughter of Nashville, xour mm.mj me COXSULT PR. JAS.

It Milton By ROBBYE BAXTER Gala Party Marks- Polly Ann Dillon's Eighth Birthclay Pink Whit Color Scheme Used For Cake Polly Ann Dillon celebrated her eighthi birthday Saturday after- noon at me nume ui Mrs. Josh Dillon, on Cherry Lane. The young guests enjoyed an Easter' Egg hunt and Peggy Grimes was winner of.the prize which was large Easter bvuany fuled, with, candy eggs. During the afternoon, games and contests were the entertainment; Polly Ann received number of birthday gifts from the guests who were served pink ice cream and cake in the dining room. The birthday table was decorated.

pink tulips and the traditional cake iced in pink awi white, and burning: eight pink candles. Mrs. Dillon was assisted in the entertaining and in the serving by Miss Virginia Rowlette and, Mrs. Robert Merrill. The guests included; Bob White, Madeliene Gason, Beth White, Bar-, bara Cargile, Peggy Grimes, Charles Williamson, Margaret Waller, Dorothy Nancy Fletcher, and Fletcher Yearwood.

Lion's Entertained By C. W. Singers The Wandering Minstrel of Tennessee College for Women presented a program of popular selections before the regular meet- in -ojE-the-Lipn' sclufr-oa-M onday nieht, at the James. K. PoiK notei.

Those patricipating in the pro gram were Misses Marie Hpiman Corrine Helmick, Dorothy Pardue, Helen Richardson, and Evelyn Pardue. Their numbers included "I've Heard That Song Before, "Hnnev." "Touch of Texas," and I Had the Craziest Dream." Miss HoUnan and Miss Evelyn Pardue olaved piano selections during the dinner, hour. Birthdays Today April 28 Buddy Robinson -Billie Richard Dillon Marvin Eugene Fulks Liicile Ann Jordan Polly Ann Dillon Eldon McCormick Mrsl Ernest Ragsdale Mrs. T. B.

Spence Virginia Vosburgh Virginia Sneed Rosa Alyne Smythia Mrs. Costen Lovvorn By STELLA World Feature Service Wednesday, April 28 Born today, you are one of those who believe right is right and wrong is wrong. There are never any extenuating circumstances either! Stern and strong in your own right you dislike weakness in others. There is, however, another side of your nature which makes you difficult to understand. in the nsvehic and very intuitive, you often have hunches pfr right ancfl wrong that indicate correct procedure- to- you, although others cannot see it imrndiatelyJpu also lik excitement; are very social at times; and take a great deal of interest in romance.

You can't be happy unless you have a heartthrob every moment; You are apt to dramatize your affections. In marriage select someone who has a similar outlook on this or there wlH be considerable misunder standing and heartache for both a greaLi deal of money it will come to you more through good luck than through hard work. To find what the stars have in store for tomorrow, select your birthday star and-read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide. Thursday, April Overdoing things and trying to get the impossible done will have bad results just now.f -bursts of temper; Gemini (May 22-June 22) Your health is a major regard at this time.

Be cautious and hold your temperrormattefwhatTiapperis. Cancer, (June 23-July 23) Moods can cause trouble just now. Don't let your emotions make you irritable. Be wise if you must, decide something. Leo (July 24-Aug.

23) Conservative actions. To matter how much you are tempted to strike out- or'yourself don't do it today. r-sr- Virgo Aug. 22 Your health should be watched. Don't let loss of temper force you into 1 American Mother i Mrs.

Mary Moore Dabney Thom son- above) 'r- 55-year-old presi- dent of Western College for Women, Oxford, Ohio, brought honor to Tennessee when she was selected April 22 as the American Mother of 1943." Selected by the Golden Rule Foundation of New York for the honor, Mrs. Thomson once attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville where her-fatherV Dr. Charles W. Dabney, served as. president for many years.

She has, four sons contributing to the war effort. Associated -Press Photo). Miss Hart man Entertains For Recent Bride Mrs. Phillips Is Recepient At Gift Shower Miss Ida Mildred Hartman entertained Saturday afternoon at her home, "Gateways," off the Franklin Road, with a miscellaneous shower in honor of Mrs. Bo-mar Phillips, the former Miss Bian c'h prtmrS: For the occasion, Mrs.

Phillips was dressed, in a costume of navy crepe with red and white accessories. Her corsage was of Briar-cliff roses. Miss Hartman was attired in blue crepe with a corsage of Talisman roses. A guest register was kept by Miss Bess Hartman. The house was decorated throughout with tulips, irisand pink" hydrangea.

Contests were the afternoons entertainment. The contest was won by Mrs. John Par-man, with consolation going to Mrs. Miller Ivie. The second contest-was--a- musical one, the accom being: played by Florence Hartman.

First prize was won by Mrs. Parman, Mrs. Knight receiving the -The smaller gifts were presented in a shower from an open umbrella suspended from the ceiling. A treasure hunt revealed the re- maining ones. Late in the afternoon a salad course was served in the living-room.

The favor on the bride's plate was a miniature bride and groom while the plate of each guest contained a small bridesmaid. Miss Hartman was assisted in entertaining by her sister, Miss Bess Hartman. ---r Every day except Saturday and Sunday, surgical dressings at Siirgfif al Drptwing Room on the Square. FRIDAY 8-11 p.m. The 'Teen "Age will -have-open house at the Legion Home under supervision of a Legionnaire and a mother of some member of the group.

SATURDAY 10 a.m. Homecoming Program begins in the auditor-ium of Tennessee College for Women. 1 p.m. Homecoming Luncheon at Tennessee College 6r 1 p.mT The Woman's club will have its annual, spring luncheon and outsiders are in- v'itedtoatteiidRese rvat ions -must be made by Wednesday with Mrs. H.

C. Moore, Webber' Earthman, or Mrs. J. B. Freeman.

3 p.m. The annual May Day festival of Tennessee College for Women will be presented on the college campus- "Frances Bohannon Music club meeting scheduled for April 24 will be held. May 8 and will be a joint business aad proraia '4 4 sr.r" 1 i wRhthTQIiZ DQ07E2OQS CAROL DRUCE-DICK FORAN 1 'A 4 'OL some act which can bring troubles. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct.

23) Care- lessness and moodiness can be your worst enemy. No matter what happens to annoy you, remain calm. 1 Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Be conservative, especially in any statements or promises you may make.

Be wise in decisions. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 22) before vou make an answer in wrath and youmaybe able to hold back the tide of criticism. Capricorn, (Dec.

23-Jan. 20 Definitely -a poor day to do anything but watch out for trouble and make a real attempt to avert misunderstandings. Aquarius 21-Feb. 19) Be patient with the small irritating detail snyourworlcToaveTtrtrou-ble. Pisces (Feb.

20-Mar. 21) Pon't let unwise enthusiasm run away with good, common sense. Be con- AlaRe sure if 126 E. Alo RECAPPING VULCAHIZItIG Let Us Assist You Iu Filing Your 7AppIIcatTonIor Tires Yean of Experience Precision Buffer for Your Protection I i Kcgifetered tjpionieirisi Main Phone 202 RILEY CLARK, Jr. West Main Street.

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