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Women’s Activities MISS JEAN MARIE TORRENCE. SOCIAL EDITOR 4-MOOirr HXU.T MEWI. FiMar. N. ItM Cartner-Cherry Vows Spoken At Statesville In a beautiful double ring cere- ' mony at Broad Street Methodist Church in Statesville, Saturday, March 4, at five o’clock, Miss La- vonne Gartner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. V. Gartner of States ville, Route 4, became the bride of Mr. Henry Jetton Gherry, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Gherry of Gharlotte. The Reverend R. G. Tuttle per formed the ceremony. Miss Jose phine Hartman organist, and Mrs. Vance Kennerly, soloist, presented the wedding music. The tradition al wedding marches were lised. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of antique ivory satin fea turing a net yoke edged with Venice lace. Her three-quarter length viel of illusion fell from a coronet of orange blossoms, and she carried a prayer book topped with a white orchid. She wore a gold necklace which had been worn by her mother and three sisters on their wedding day. A;ttendlng the bride as matron of honor was her sister, Mrs. Duke Tuttarow of Mocksville. Brides maids were another sister. Miss Linda Gartner of Statesville, and Miss Anne Cherry, sister of the bridegroom. Their dresses were of net fashioned over taffeta and styled after the bride’s gown. Each wore a rhinestone necklace set in white gold, gifts from the bride. Honorary bridesmaids were Miss Christine Crawford, Miss Ruth Harrill, Miss Lucille Connolly, and Miss Christine Johnson. W. B. Rhyne of Mount Holly, half-brother of the bridegroom, was best man. Ushers were Gil* bert Gartner of Statesville and Duke Tutterow of Mocksville. Mrs. Gartner, mother of the bride, was gowned in navy crepe with white accessories and had a shoulder corsage of white gar denias. Mrs. Gherry, mother of the bridegroom, was dressed in French crepe dress with side drap ing and wore navy accessories. She also wore a shoulder bouquet of white gardenias. Mrs. Gherry was graduated from Harmony High School in 1947 and has been employed in the office at the F. G. X. Stat sville Whole sale Service. After graduatic from Paw Creek High Schoo? Mr. Cherry at tended Elon Colit for one year before going into service. He ser ved in the European Theater and after the war wc»s graduated from Clemson College, Clemson, S. C., in June, 1949.. Since that time, he has been employed at the F. C. X. Statesville Wholesale Service. For her wedding \rip to Florida, the bride wore a navy suit with white accessories and the white orchid lifted from her prayer book. THREE YEARS OLD Geography Classes Enjoy Photographs V/ednesday afternoon the three sixth grades of the Mount Holly School enjoyed an unusual geog- rapiO^ lesson which was conduct ed in the elMnentary auditorium. Mrs. Iten F. Robinson secured the services of three distinguish ed members of the Charlotte Photographic Society who pre ■ented an enlightening program, Ulustrsted by projecting pictures In color on the screen. These pic tures were taken in various European countries by the fol lowing speakers: Dr. J. D. Strat- tem, who was in Italy during the waiv—Naples, Rome, and Flor ence; Col. F. W. Dennis, who was in France after VE Day and Holland during tulip time; Mr. George W. Wilkinson, who was in ^uthem France, Monaco, Ba varian Alps and Berchtesgarden. Mr. Hoyt L. Roush accompan ied the speakers and operated the proje^r. At the conclusion of the pro gram Mrs. Robinson’s class invit ed the guests to the lunchroom for delicious light refreshnvents. Miss Peggy McKinney Hostess, To G. A.’s The Intermediate Girl’s Aux iliary of the First Baptist church held their regular semi-monthly meeting at the home of Miss Peggy McKinney last Tuesday night with a large attendance pre sent Two new members were added to the rolls of the class at this meeting. The two new mem bers are Betty Jones and Peggy Knox. Patsy Rabb is president of the group. RECOVERS FROM FLU Friends will be glad to know ' that Mrs. Clarence Hipp has re covered from an attack of flu. Stephen Roberts. Cosgrove of Buffalo, New York celebrated his third birthday this week "with his maternal grandparents, the Rev. and Mrs. Ivon L. Roberts, of Mount' Holly. Students Honor Teachers At Party On Tuesday night, February 28 at 7:30, the homerooms of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Robinson and Miss Frankie Holley gave a surprise party at the gymnasium for the former who have recently re signed from the Mount Holly fac ulty. Other honor guests for the occasion included Mr. John Ellis and Mr. Herbert Hipps, two new faculty members, and Mr. Helton, principal of the schools. The gymnasium was decorated with pink and blue crepe paper and balloons. Hanging on the curtains of the stage were the words, “Farewell Dear Teachers,” cut out of white paper. Miss Paula Ballard was Mis tress of Ceremonies. She present ed Mr. Hipps and Mr. Ellis a key to their schoolrooms, after which she presented Mr. and^rs. Rob inson with a book whicn was au tographed by each student. After the presentations, a square dance was held and the calling was done by Mr.. Robin son and Mr. Ellis. Later refresh ments were served. Before the party ended, Mr. and Mrs. Robinson were present ed another gift from the group by Miss HoUey. This was a love ly sterling silver cream and sugar set. Pictures were taken and the party was brought to a conclu sion by the singing of “Now Is the Hour,” sung by the classes. Linda Beaty Has Birthday Party Mrs. Joe F. Beaty entertained at a lovely children’s party at her home on Mount Holly Road, Saturday afternoon honoring her daughter, Linda, on her eleventh birthday. Linda greeted her guests wear ing a beautiful green corduroy jumper with a white taffeta blouse. Mrs. R. A. Epley, Linda’s teach er, directed games which were played in the living room and favors were given to the young guests. Spring flowers in tones of pink and green were used throughout the rooms. The dining room table was centered with a beautiful two-tiered birthday cake and all the children gathered around to join in the singing of “Happy Birthday” to Linda. Sandwiches, orange juice, cake, and candy were served by Mre. Fred Roz- zelle and Mrs. H. A. Mullis. Invited guests included: Joyce Mullis, Sybil and Sylvia Jane Quinn, Kay and Karen Huff, Jane Rhyne, Linda Fimderburke, Jul ia Anne Fuller, Dianne Thomp son, Beverly and Susan Scott, Anna and Nancy Beaty, Judy Harkey, Hildegarde Austin, Amelia Kelly, Rebecca and Jane Springs, Shirley Thomas, Sally Ware, Sidney Cartledge, Billy Quinn, Buddy Parker, Douglas Mu^s, Jorj Head, and Julian Hall. Jr. Out of town guests were Mary Ann Sledge, Francis McCall, Gail and Kay Rozzelle, Joyce Wingate, Johnny Johns, and Charles Der rick, all of Charlotte. Jr. Women’s Club In Meeting This Week The Junior Business Women of the First Baptist Church met at their monthly meeting with Mrs. J. L. Davenport at her home on South Main Street. Miss Evelyn Hendrix was co-hoste’ss. Mrs. Jack Warren, president, conducted the business session and a program on Home Missions was given by Miss Helen Craig. Taking part in the program were Mrs. C. C. Mullis, Jr., Mrs. Charles Ballard, and Mrs. Barbara Hovis. Buttercups were used dn the buffet in the dining room and Crabtree apple blossoms were used as a centerpiece for the mantel piece. A salad course was served to the guests. Nineteen members were present. Methodist Youth To Have Banquet Party The Youth Fellowship of Mount Holly Methodist Church will meet at Riverbend Methodist Church for an informal banquet on the night of March 24th. The plates will be prepared by the ladies of the Riverbend Church. The plan ning committee will arrange an interesting program of entertain ment, and some prominent speaker will be engaged to bring an inspirational message. Announcement of^the speaker will be made later. All young people who expect to attend this meeting will please obtain tic kets for themselves, and any guests they may care to bring, from Jim White or Margaret Jones. All who want to attend must make reservations. GOOD NEIGHBORS TO MEET The Good Neighbors Club of the Tuckaseege Road will hold its monthly meeting Saturday, March 11, at 7:30 in the American Dining HalL This is a very im portant meeting and all members are urged to be present. Business Women Meet With Mrs. Boh Aiken The Business Women’s Circle of the Presbyterian Church met Monday night at 7:30 at the home of Mrs. Bob Aiken. The business session was conducted by Mrs. Henry Graham, chainnan. Co hostesses for the meeting were Mrs. Graham and Miss Kathleen Dunn. The motif for St. Patrick’s Day was carried out and ice cream, cake, and coffee were served. The next monthly meeting will be held with Mrs. Alonzo Reep at her home in Charlotte. TOURS FLORIDA Blair Keever, Ellis Keever, Frances Keever, and Miss Joan Edwards spent the weekend in Florida visiting various spots of | WSCS TO MEET FISH FRY Legionnaires of the Johnwn- Lineberger Post of the American Legion in Mount Holly are mak ing plans for another fish fry to be held at the American Dining Hall in ApriL Further details will be announced later. Miss Clegg Honors Friends in Charlotte Miss Mary Ann Clegg was hostess at luncheon Saturday, en tertaining at the Oriental in Char lotte in honor of Misses Kay and Judith Chandler, who will leave soon with their parents to make their home in Bessemer City. Covers were laid for the host ess, the honor guests. Miss Joan Cline, Miss Emily Lynn Kelly and Miss Ann Painter. VISITS SISTER Mr. and Mrs. Norwood Lee Tal- ton visited Mr. Talton’s sister, Mrs. W. O. Tadlock, in Winston- Salem last weekend. Mrs. Tadlock is the daughter of Mrs. E. L. Tal- ton of Summitt Ave. interest. Mr. Pete McCorkle ac companied them as far as Jack sonville, stopping off to see his son and coming back on the re turn trip. HOME FOR WEEKEND Miss Mary Ann Clegg who is a freshman at St Mary’s School in R^eigh, spent the past week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Clegg. SPEND SUNDAY IN BOONE Mr. and Mrs. E. K. Carpenter spent Sunday in Boone with their son, Burmah, who is a freshman at Appalachian State Teachers College. The Woman’s Society of Christ ian Service will meet at the Methodist Church Wednesday af ternoon at 3:30. Mrs. J. P. Smith will be in charge of Wednesday’s progran^ SUNDAY VISITOR Mr. E. W. Holmes of Greenville. S. C. was the Sunday ^est of Birs. Hendon Robinsoi, his sister, and Mr. aiKi Mrs. Rudy Cole. VISITS SISTER Mr. and Mrs. Henry Patrick visit^ the latter’s sister, Mrs. Joe Brown, in Fort Mill, S. C., Friday, returning to Mount Holly Friday night k-kitkA A * * kirkirk*ii*itirk**ir'k'kit'k A * A A * Our New Spring ... Mrs. Ted Johnson Is Hostess At Bridge Last Thursday Mrs. Ted John ston entertained her bridge club at her home on Oakland Avenue. Two table of bridge made up the party. Those playing were Mrs. John Calder, Mrs. Bill Crist, Mrs. Tom Holland, Mrs. Courtland Hurt, Mrs. J. B. Thompson, Mrs. Kenneth Jones, Miss Frances Pierce, * and Mrs. Cain Embry. High score went to Mrs. Kenneth Jones and the .floating prize went to Mrs. Courtland Hurt A bingo prize was won by Mrs. J. B. Thompson. Jonquils and spring flowers were used throughout the rooms and a salad course was served to the guests. Co-II'"tess To Service Guild Meeting Here Mias Ann Kendrick and Mrs. Jack Summey were hostesses to members of the Wesleyan Serv* Guild of First Methodist Church at the March meeting, entertaining Tuesday evening at the home of Miss Kendrick on Oakland Avenue. Arrangements of carnations, snpadragons and hyacinths dec orated the living room, and the hostesses, assist^ by Miss Ken* drick’s mother, Mrs. G. L. Ken drick, served a dessert course with Russian tea. Miss Doris Clark, Guild presi dent. conducted the business ses sion, and Mrs. J. P. Smith pre sented the guest speaker. Miss Topsey Dunn, who gave an in teresting and informative address entitled ^‘Japan—Yesterday, To day and Tomorrow.” During the course of her talk Miss Dunn pre sented Japan In its geographical, industrial, governmental and re ligious aspects, giving an exten sive review of the customers and life of the people, and a picture of the prospects of Japan’s place in the post-war world. Miss Clark appointed a nom inating committee composed of Mrs. J. P. Smith, Mrs. Hayden Fortner, Miss Frances Finger and Mrs. E. H. Venning, Jr.,'to pre sent a slate of oSicert for elec tion at the April meeting. These officers wi.l be instolled in May, and will assume office for the new year in June. Mrs. C. C. Cloninger, Jr., and Mrs. Dick Jones will be hostesses at the April meeting. Ladies' Suits Are most attractive. We feel you will be delighted with the appearance and qual ity of even our lowest price Suits. qe’® to *45“ BE SURE AND SEE THEM GUESTS FROM WINN8BORO Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Lee Hobbs of Winnsboro, S. C., were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Hobbs. V.F.W. Auxiliary To Nominate Officers The Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Mount Holly will hold nomina tions for the offices of the post at the next meeting, April 6, Presi dent Helen Davis announced this week. Miss Nancy Moore To Have Birthday-Party Twenty-three youngsters will help Miss Nancy Moore celebrate her tenth birthday tomorrow at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moore. Isabel and Frances Moore, Nancy’s aunts, are giving the party. Miss Betty Moore, cousin of Mr. and Mrs. Moore who makes her home with them, will also celebrate her birthday tomorrow, and will be remembered with a gift Young Nancy is the daughter of Mrs. Helen Moore and the late Mr. Jack Moore. After playing games which will include bingo, the young people will be served white and green block ice cream with individual angel food cakes. Nancy will blow out the ten candles on her two- tiered birthday cake. The green motif of St Patrick’s Day will be carried out. Each guest Will receive party caps which include tarns for the girls and policeman hats for the boys. Individual cups of green and white mints and balloons also will be distributed among the guests. Mrs. Jack Rhyne Has Lutheran Circle Meet The Clara Sullivan Circle of the Lutheran Church met Mon day night at 7:30 *at the home of Mrs. Jack Rhyne. The business meeting was conducted .by the president Mrs. Mack Dellinger. During the social hour which followed. Miss Mary Ellen Under wood, bride-elect of April, was presented a shoulder corsage and showered with gifts of crystal. Unique games were played at this time relating to the shower c f crystal Yellow bells and jonquils grac ed the rooms and coffee and a salad course were served during the evening. The next monthly meeting of the circle will be held at the home of Mrs. James Ware at which time a covered-dish supper will be served to the members and their husbands. WEDNESDAY GUESTS Miss Sudie Ellington and Mrs. J. S. Ellington had as their guests Wednesday, Miss Madge Spurrier and Mrs. Barnett Moore of Char lotte. Spring Spring Toppers $10^^ Up To $19.95 Coab $19^3 Up To $31.50 Oar Largest and Mast AHraetiva Asserfmanf Of . . . Spring Ever. All of our Dresses are nationally advertised in the leading magazines. A lovely group in a price range of — $595 to Also Other Nationally Advertised DRESSES UP TO S13.95 OUR HEW SFRIHG LIRE OF SHOES ARE HEIHG SHOWN HOW VISIT IN KINGS MOUNTAIN Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Quinn and children visited with Mrs. Quinn’s father, Mr. R. J. Hagans, Sr., of Kings MounU’o, Sunday after noon going especially to take Mr. Hagans to visit with a sister of bis in Hickory Grove, S. C. Many of our customers are making theirselectionsof New Spring Apparel now while our stocks are most complete. They are taking advantage of our popular Lay-Away Plan to reserve the Dresses of their choice. We invite you to do likewise. PAUL DERR I I
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