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The Union Pacific granted all em ployees an extra month’s wages as an Xmas present, and Frank Douglas de cided to spend the holidays and the extra pay in Denver. Mrs. Chester Williams, formerly of Omaha but now living in Detroit, was invited to join the choir of St. Matt hew’s Episcopal church of that city. Weeping Willow Lodge No. 9696, G. U. O. of 0. F., meets second and fourth Thursdays of each month at U. B. F. Hall, 24th and Charles. M. H. Hazzard, N. G.; T. H. Gaskin, P. S. P. S. Thomas Roulette and Herbert Glov er have returned from Western Uni versity to spend the holidays with their parents. They will remain until January 8. Miss Adell Davis won a diploma for the best penmanship at the Howard Kennedy School. Dependable dressmaking, 2511 Lake St. Miss Gladys Councellor.— Adv. The Three J’s Club gave their an nual Christmas dance at the Alamo Monday night. A large, happy and enthusiastic crowd thronged the hall and enjoyed the select program of dances. Many of the ladies were most exquisitely gowned and lent a very distinct air of refinement to the ap preciative numbers. Devereaux’s or chestra furnished the music, while the Messrs. Killingsworth and Prof. Her rington managed the affair in behalf of the club. Keystone Lodge No. 4, K. of P., Omaha, Neb. Meetings first and third Thursday of each month. M. H. Haz ard, C. C.; J. H. Glover, K. of R. S. Raymond J. Knox, railway postal clerk running between Kansas City and Omaha, has just finished serving as clerk in charge of his car for the period of eighteen days. Miss Ruth Seay, who has been con fined to bed by reason of illness, is much improved. Rev. C. H. Blocker, of Waco, Texas, is in the city as the guest of Rev. A. Wagner, 23d and Cumings streets. He expects to conduct evangelistic work hr re in the near future. Go to Gordon’s Drug Store, 24th and Burdette Sts., for Brown Skin Powder, Dr. Palmer’s Skin Whitener Soap and Skin Whitener. Webster 6174.—Adv. Mrs. Mary Watkins, of 1113% Pa cific street, who was attacked, cut in the throat and robbed by some un known man, is at St. Joseph’s hos pital. While the wounds were quite serious, the prompt and efficient first aid rendered by Dr. L. E. Britt prob ably saved the woman’s life. She is now reported to be convalescing nicely. The Don’t Worry Girls’ Club met at the home of Mrs. Nannie Johnson, 1714 Williams street, December 21, 1916. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Estelle David, 1213 Missouri Avenue, South Omaha. Try the Poro System. It will over come a multitude of troubles that have arisen from neglect and faulty treat ment of the scalp. For quick an.l lasting results. Call Douglas 7689. Mrs. Susie Smith.—Adv. Dan Desdunes’ Orchestra, Webster 710, 2616 Burdette St.—Adv. A birthday surprise party was ten dered Rev. M. H. Wilkinson Xmas night. A large number were present. A joyful time was spent and many gifts were brought. The pastor thanks all for their loving interest and kind remebrances. Watch Meeting will be held at Grove M. E. Church Sunday eve, De cember 31. Everyone invited. Mrs. Martha Tucker, of the South Side, entertained a number of friends at a delightful Xmas dinner. The dining room was beautifully decorat ed and the guests charmingly enter tained by Mrs. Eva Gaines, pianist, and Thomas Perkins, well known sax Will N. Johnson, Lawyer, 109 So. 14th Street. Douglas 5841. ophonist. James Washington has just return ed from a concert trip through Okla homa. The Big Twelve Whist Club was royally entertained Wednesday night as the guests of Dr. L. E. Britt. Smoke John Ruskin 5c Cigar. Big gest and Best.—Adv. The Atkisson Shoe Co. wish to call attention to their line of boys’ shoes. This company bought heavily last year and is offering the best at prices unequalled in Omaha. Look for ad. Mrs. Walter Stephens entertained the Art class at her residence, 2718 North 28th avenue, Wednesday after noon. The time was spent in art work after which refreshments were served. Send your family wash to the Hinchey Laundry, Phone South or Ty ler 146. You will be satisfied.—Adv. The Crescent Whist Club met with Mrs. Odessa Jackson, 2667 Douglas street, Tuesday, December 26. The first prize, a hand painted plate, was won by Mrs. Belle Taylor. The booby prize, a powder box, was won by Mrs. Mae Jackson. The hostess was pre sented with a hand painted plate and each member of the club was present ed with a favor by the president. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Dan Murphy, 2716 Miami street. For Chills use our $5.00 coal or your kind at Harmon & Weeth. Web. 848. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Mack en tertained at a six course Christmas d:nner at their residence, 2367 North 27th street. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Ray, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Hall and Mesdames H. Shenvood and W. H. Jackson. The house was beautifully decorated. Will build you a bungalow on a Isrge lot close to school and car line for $100 cash and $15.00 monthly. Tel Webster 6519.—Adv. Read Shaffer Chapter’s ad. You have? Of course, if you have eyes you couldn’t fail to see it. Mrs. Walter Stephens, of 2718 No. 2Sth avenue, entertained at a family dinne party Christmas day, compli mentary to her brother, Lairy Na thaniel Peoples and his fiance, Miss Frances Irene Bell, whose marriage is to take place early in January. Are you going January 9? Indeed, I am. The Basket Stores will help you solve the problem of the high cost of living. Look up their price list for this week.—Adv. Mrs. Georgia Jordan of Spokane, Wash., is visiting her uncle, Robert Severe, of 4421 South Twenty-sixth street, South Side. When you need a good clean shave, see P. H. Jenkins, 1313 Dodge street. —Adv. January 9th is the date. The Alamo is the place. Shaffer chapter’s en tertainment is the event. Desdunes’ orchestra. Try Madam Baker’s Wonderful Hair Grower, on sale at The People’s Drug Store.—Adv. LOVE-HOPKINS George Andrew Love and Miss Daisy Belle Hopkins were married at St. Philip’s rectory at 8 o’clock, Sat urday night, December 23, by the Rev. John Albert Williams. Their friends extend congratulations and wish them a long and happy wedded life. Before Inventory Sale SPECIAL REDUCED PRICES ON SHIRTS, PAJAMAS, NIGHT GOWNS, TIES AND UNDERWEAR We Appreciate Your Business Agents for John B. Stetson Hats ROSE BLDG., 16th AND FARNAM . . . .. . . . ... . . . ..... I To Our Monitor Readers I | May 1917 be the best year | I you’ve ever known— £ I May it bring you perfect 8 1 health and abundant happi- £ | ness. £ I | I Burgess-Nash Company ! “EVERYBODY’S STORE” I Our January WHITE SALES Start Tuesday, Jan. 2nd. - ■■ "I I I ■ I GREATER STOCKS AND BETTER VALUES THAN EVER. MUSLIN UNDERWEAR, BLOUSES, HOSIERY, LINENS, DOMESTICS, ETC.—WONDERFUL ASSORTMENTS. . .... . - ——— .. 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