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HERE’S ONE WAY TO SAVE SUGARS FRESNO, CALIF.—Dried figs from the San Joaquin Valley of California are helping housewives all over the nation solve their sugar rationing problems. With a 55 per cent natural sugar content figs make possible a big reduction in usual sugar requirements of delicious desserts, such as the old-fashioned Bread Pudding illus trated above. Eaten out of hand, figs are also an ideal confection for satisfying the sweet tooth of children and grown-ups alike. SOCIAL NOTES DAVIS-PITTMAN NUPTIALS Two of the most prominent fam ilies of Kansas City and Omah i were united by the marriage of El izabeth Ann Davis, daughter of Mr and Mrs. Xharles F. Davis of Oma ha, Nebraska to Dr. Arthur Basil Pittman, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. B Pittman of Kansas City, Missouri which took place at the home 0f the bride's parents on Christmas day. The candlelight ceremony wa. McGILL’S — BAR & BLUE ROOM E. McGill. Prop 2423-25 NORTH 2411. St. WINE. 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The gown was fashioned with long sleeves .full gathered skirt, and a long train. The full length veil was of illusion having a t-ara embroidered in seed pearls, ■rhe bride’s onlv jewelry was a smell String of pearls. Thr. pride's llc-wer.s were orchids ard srnat ions arranged in French type over a gold and white prayer book. The maid of honor, Miss Chad e 5 zine Davis, younger .sister of ; a-? j bride, chose a white hengaljne dress 'A wreath of white carnations orb;, | mented her hair, and she carried a white bengaline muff adorned with gardenias and carnations. The mother of the bride was gowned in whip jersey and wore a Shoulder garland of white garden ias. Mrs. Pittman chose a gown of I aqua jersey, and she also wore a j corsage of white gardenias. The wedding was attended b\ members of the families and a small group of friends. Mr. and Mrs. Pittman assisted Mr. and Mrs Davis at the reception immediately following the ceremony. Airs. Davis was also assisted by j Airs. Edgar Lee. Airs. Jeannette ] 'Tin buying War Bonds today for an all-electric kitchen tomorrow! 'It isn't often that I can spend my money twice—but War Bonds let me do exactly that! "They're wonderful, anyway. Every time I buy one, I feel inside the way I do when a band plays the Star Spangled Banner! I sort of feel I'm doing something for my country and the boys in the service. "Then, when I get down to earth again, I realize that I'm doing something for myself as well. I'm really saving money when I spend it for War Bonds. I get to dreaming about what I'll do when this war is over, and about the things I want to buy. Things like the rest of the equipment for that electric kitchen I have my heart set on, but can't get for the duration. "That's why, when I buy War Bonds 'til it hurts, it doesn't really hurt at all!" NEBRASKA POWER COMPANY - ,——» Help Win the War—Buy War Bonds! j^ Ginger Fruit 1 SQUARES j • Want something extra special for dessert tonight? Serve warm, fra grant, tender gingerbread with a delightful refreshing orange sauce that is deliciously sweetened with marshmallows. It’s different and saves sugar, too. This light, tender gingerb^ad is made in a jiffy. Creamy-so.. Spry blends quickly and easily with the other ingredients, and it is so pure and bland that every crumb gets its full share of rich, spicy flavor. Remember, it’s important to keep your family smiling these days and Ginger Fruit Squares for dessert is one way to do it. Ginger Fruit Squares % cup Spry % cup sugar % teaspoon salt 1 egg. unbeaten 114 teaspoons % cup molasses cinnamon 2 Vz cups sifted flour 1 teaspoon ginger % teaspoon baking % teaspoon nutmeg powder % teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon soda 1 cup boiling water Blend Spry, salt and spices. Add sug ar gradually and cream well. Add egg and beat well. Add molasses and blend. Sift flour wifb baking powder and soda. Add tc earned mixture, blending well. Adu boiling water and beat until smooth. Pour batter into 10 x 10 x 2-inch Sprycoated pan. Bake in moderate oven (350°F.) 45 to 55 minutes. Serve in squares with Marshmal low Orange Sauce. Marshmallow Orange Sauce % cup orange juice % cup quartered Dash of salt marshmallows 2 teaspoons 1% cups cornstarch orange sections Combine orange juice, salt, and cornstarch. Bring to boil and cook 5 minutes. Add marshmallows and let cool. Add orange sections and blend. US) GET IN THE SCRAP WITH YOUR SCRAPI Farmer. Mrs. Elbert Wright and I Mrs. George Cooper Other assist-1 ants were Mrs. Leroy Wright, Mrs. Charles W Dickerson, Jr., Mrs. Wesley Dean, Mrs. J. Russell Bryan Miss Ella Wright, Miss Jeanne Wright, Miss Otillia Gordon, Miss Lois Gordon and Miss Algernon Pryor. The bride formerly attended the University of Nebraska, where si e was awarded the Reegnt’s Scholar ship. and the University of Omaha Law School. She was the tenth ciueen of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church’s Annual Coronation Ba'i. She is now employed by the Select ive Service Board. Dr. Pittman received his D. V. M Degree from Iowa State College. He is a member of the Am r:can Veterinary Association and the Al pha Fraternity. He is now pract icing in Prairie View, Texas. The couple visited the famliy of the groom in Kansas City, Missouri while on their honeymoon. Lieut enant and Mrs. A. O. Diggs, of Ft. Huachuca, Arizona, also visited their parents. Mr. and Mrs. A. B, Pittman during that time. Mr. Charles B. Mayo, who has been ill several weeks, has returned to the hospital. He is now at The Doctors Hospital. PRIVATE LLOYD F. SMITH DIES Private Lloyd Francis Smith, age -12 years died December 24th at the Fitzsimons General Hospital, Den ver, Colorodo. Private Smith had been in the army a short time and had been stationed on the west coast. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Smith, Omaha, two sis ters. Mrs. Smma Hammond, Miss Susie Smith, El Renn Oklahoma, three brothers, Mr. Columbus S. Smith, Omaha, Mr. R. T, Smith, St Louis, Missouri, Private Jack Smith USA, ormy over seas, step mother, Mrs. Lula B. Smith ,El Reno, Okla homa. The Rosary was recited Thursday evening, January 7th and funeral services weer held at 8:00 Friday morning from the Thomas Funeral Home with Father PrueSs, S. J. officiating. Burial Prospect Hill cemetery with Sergeont Georga Bivens in charge of Military rites. Mrs. N. C. Huey, «ho has been ill at her home is recovering. She is able to be up again. The members and friends of the Cleaves Temple CME. church aro happy to see the smiling face of Mrs. Story who has been on a visit with relatives and friends at Kan sas City, Mo. and Kansas. CHl'RCH OF THE LIVING GOD 1906 North 24th Street, Rev. S. K. Nichols, Pastor Rose Marie Oliver .Reporter, Sunday school .9:45 pm Morning Worship .11:30 am YPPU... 6:00 P. M. Evening Worship ... 8 pm. Prayer Service, Wednesday 7:30 pm. We had grand service throughout the day. We had a lovely Sunday : school with a grand attendance of 16 pupils. The morning service was just grand. Our pastor preach ed a soul stirring Sermon. His sub ject was on the “Church.” Sunday night the spirit ran high. Sister Dollie Mae Brown brought a wond-»r ful short and sweet sermon which we all enjoyed very much. Our pastor then came forth with a won derful sermon which stirred every one’s soul. We had real Church Sunday night- We had a great number of visitors both white an 1 colored. Visitors are always wel come to our humble place. Our pastor’s text for Sunday, Jan 17, 1943 will be “And Simon Answ ered, Master we have toiled all night and have taken nothing. Ne» ertheless at Thy word. Thou will let down the net.” Sunday night’s text “Purge me with hyssop and I shall be clean, wash me .and I shall be whiter than snow'. You are in vited to come and hear our pastor deliver these sermons. MOTHER’S COUNCIL YWCA. The party for December was post poned because of bad weather and was held January 11th. Gifts were exchanged. Home Nursing class began at the usual time 8 p. m. Pres. Mrs. Lula Bryant. Reporter Mrs. Ella Powell. VISITS Pvt. Willie Kimsey recently vis ited his wife Mrs. Beryle Kimsey of 2015 Ohio St. and his relatives. Mrs. Mary Coleman, sister of Pvt Kimsey served a delicious dinner for the couple. Many other social courtesies were extended Pvt. Kimsey and wife dur ing his visit here. ENTERTAINS NIECE Mrs. Lottie Story, entertained he Thomas Kilpatricks Co. SPECIAL w Smartly Fashioned Leather Gloves 229 Choose the right glove for every hour of your busy days from our complete collection . . . glace kid, suede, doeskin finish lamb in das' sic slip-ons, and novelty gloves in black, brown, grey, navy, and white. niece Miss Ophelia Story on Mon day with a surprise birthday party at the home of Mrs. Story. Miss Story was pleasantly surprised and friends who attended reported a very enjoyable evening. ; HOSTESS Mrs Edith Grant was hostess t« the Missionary Ladies and friends of Cleaves Temple CME. Church on Tuesday. Al Ireported an interest ing and enjoyable evening. | IN HOSPITAL Mrs. Bell Henderson who has been ill for some time is now in the St. Joseph hospital ST. JOHN CHURCH NEWS Rev. E. F. Ridley. Pastor Ruby B. Reese, Reporter Rev. Charles F. Favors, a visit ing minister of Phoenix, Arizona, filled our pulpit Sunday There was a large attendance out to hear the very inspiring Sermon. There were also several visitors present. Those on our sick list are: Airs. M. B. Huey, Mrs. Cleota Reynolds, Mrs. Myrtle Metcalfe. Airs. Rose Johnson, Mrs. Esther Smith, Mr. Charles Mayo. Airs. Waddles, Airs. Vemice Lee and Airs. Alaggie Cur ry. The Union Services will be held ! at Zion Baptist Church with Rev. E. F. Ridley and his choir in charge The Goodwill Spring Musical Choirs will have their Annual Sermon at Zion Baptist Church .the fourth Sunday January 24th at 3:30 p. m. After the sermon the Pastors of each choir will be asked to take a table collection for his respective choir. The Pastor who receives the best collection will be considered the most popular mir^ter. You should be present and see that your Pastor has his proper place. Come to St. John to worship. HOLIDAY DINNER PARTY The pastors’ Wives Council en tertained with an annual Christmas Party Dec. 18th, at the spacious home of Rev. and Mrs. David St. Clair, 2422 Ohio Street. After soc ializing, the officers and their hus bands were seated at the dining room table which was covered with a beautiful lace cover and decorated with Christmas Motifs- The guest and members were seated at small tables for four covered with attrac tive rayon luncheon covers and also decorated with Christmas motifs. A nelaborate dinner was served consisting of the following menu: Turkey and oyster dressing, giblct gravy, potatoes, peas, > fcranberry ;-\iu0e, fruit salad, olives, carrot strips, celery curls, radish ro3es, pickles, hot rolls, coffee, ice cream and cake, nuts and candy. During this servie all were en tertained with the foilownig pro gram: piano solo, Marie Williams; Vocal solo .Mrs. Mattie Fort; Ae cordian Solo, Colita Williams; Piano solo. Mrs. Thelma Stams: Christmas story, Mrs. Mary GoOdlett. Officers installed by the Parliam entarian Mrs. Hattie E. Adams wero Mrs. Lottie P. Story, President. Mrc; Mary GOodlett. Vice President. Mrs Hazel B. Reynolds, Secretary, Mrs. Oda Mosley. Assist. Secy., Mrs. Myrtle Metcalf .Treasurer. Mrs. Mary Reynolds .Chaplain. Mrs. Oda Mosley presented fh> President Mrs. Clara Williams, a lovely gift on the behalf of the Council. Members and guest ga thered around a beautifully decor ated Christmas tree and exchanged gifts- Those present were Mrs. Bea trice Brewer. Rev. Askemeese and mother, Rev. and Mrs. John Adams Mrs. Mary L. Carter and daughter, Mrs. Lucinda Crowder, Rev. and Mrs. W. L. Fort, Rev. and Mrs. F. S, (ioodlett and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. Elijah Green, Rev. and Mrs. C. I. Hickerson. Rev. and Mrs. Hubbard, Mrs. Mannie Johnson and daughter. Rev. and Mrs. B. E Jon es, Rev. and Mrs. W. F. Metcalf, Rev. and Mrs, James P, MOsley, Rev. and Mrs. C. C. Reynolds and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Rev nolds. Rev. E, F, Ridley, Father and Mrs. G. E. Stams and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. L. A. Story and dau ghter, Rev. and Mrs, F, C, Williams! and daughters, Rev. and Mrs. Wil liams and Rev. and Mrs. David SI. Clair. CORPORAL HONORED Corporal A. N. Frazier was hon ored with a party given by Mr3. James Nelson and Mrs. Ernest Car ter at the Carter’s resiednce 2320 Charles St-, Wednesday night. Jan. 6th. Guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dumlin, Mr. and Mrs. William McDaniels, Mr and Mrs. Nathaniel Ware. Mr. and Mi’s. Roundtree, Mrs. Marine ROsebaugh. Mrs. Blanchelee Wright and Mrs. A. N. Frazier. The hostesses served refresh ments an dall present had a lovely time with Corporal Frazier .who was the guest of honor. Mr. Car ter who is in the Pullman service and Mr. Nelson USA. army signal corps who is attending school in St- Louis. Mo., were unable to be present. I YOUNG PEOPLES FELLOWSHIP! The Young Peoples Fellowship I THE OMAHA GUIDE A WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Published Every Saturday at 2418-20 Grant St OMAHA, NEBRASKA PHONE WEbster 1517 Entered as Second Class Matter Match 16, 1927, at the Post Office at Omaha, Nebraska, under Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. 1. J. Ford. — — — Pres. Mrs. Flurna Cooney — — Vice Pres. ! C. C. Gallowav, — Publisher and Acting Editor Boyd V. Galloway, Sec’y and Treas. SUBSCRIPTION RATE IN OMAHA One Year — — — — 52.00 Six Months — — — — fl.25 Three Months — — .75 One Month — — - .25 SUBSCRIPTION RATE OUT OF TOWN One Year — — — — f2 60 Six Months — — — 51.50 Three Months — — — 51.00 One Month — — — — .40 All News Copy of Churches and all organizat ions must be in our office not later than 1:00 p. no. Monday for current issue. All Advertising Copy o* Paid Articles not later than Wednesday noon, pre ceeding date of issue, to insure publication. National Advertising Representative: INTERSTATE UNITED NEWSPAPERS, INC., 545 Fifth Avenu*. New York City. Phone MUrray Hill 2-5452, Ray Pack, Manager. "IN MEMORY OF DR. G. W. CARTER” GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER (by MYRTLE M. GOODLOW Through this great scientist, and his ever searching quest— Our land was truly blessed. For soil which was a barren field was made to richly yield, And plants and flowers he loved so well— Have a wondrous story to tell. In new shades and blossoms that will— Always tell of Dr. Carver’s skill. Dr. Carver used his talent For the purpose 'twas meant To glorify God and his race And make this world a better place, In which to live By offering all he had to give Not in terms of dollars and cents But for the whole world’s benefit. In our hearts he shall always live And be our inspiration to carry r,n And always do the best we can— No matter how rough the road we trod, As did this truly great American For his country and his God. Deep beneath the soil, Where he loved to toil. Mother earth clasps him to her breast— In Eternal Rest. And the flowers and the trees, Gently swaying in the breez.e Softly sing their requiem, O’er this great American. met Sunday January 9th at the home of Mrs. J. D .Crawford. A e had as guest Sergeant Baldv and Corporal Saxon who led the discus sion on “What the Youth can do to help in the present crisis.” Indefinite plans \vere made for entertaining the soldiers on the 5th Sunday of January. Next Sunday January 17th we will have a discus sion on “War Marriages” to be led by Florence James. Miss Florence James, Pres., Miss Rozella Thomas, Corres. Sec’y., and Mrs. J. D. Crawford. Father G \. Stams, Sponsors. ‘OP'TIMISTIC 12” The “Optimistic 12” met Wednes day January 16th, 1943 at the home of oUr President Miss Rozella Thomas 2874 Maple St. Plans were made for the month Of January. A small house party was planned for Thursday January 15th at the home of Miss Ruby Artison 2816 Hamil ton. The next meeting will be on January 14th at the home of Miss Myra Franklin 2625 Decatur St Miss Rozella Thomas, Pres-. MiSS Florence James, Reporter. THE SUB DEBS The Sub Debs met Saturday Jan. 9, 1943 at the home of Miss Vernita Hall ,2914 North 28th Ave. As it was their business meeting, plans were made for the month of Jan. Plans were also made for our Sec ond Annual Valentine Party. The next meeting January 22 will be a “Truth or Consequences” to be led by Ovalyn Grice at the hornd of Miss Vivian Mae Philips 2874 Corby St. Miss Rozella Thomas. Pres., Miss Florence James, Reporter. UP-TO-DATE CLUB The Up-To-Date Club met Friday January 8, at the YWCA. As it |: wa§ their business meeting plans were made for the month of Jan uary. Martha Hammond was chos en to represent the club in a dis cussion of “The Curfew Law” which will be sometime in January. jULzJ 1 .i.'iiunituiur:. 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