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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (March 19, 1921)
1 f: !-; sr: ' It f 1 I i r 10 - I Society To Reside in Rochelle. Lieutenant and Mrs. Harry Roger?, who are visiting Mr. and Mrs. G. V. Megcath. will reside in Kocliellc, X. Y., upon their .return east. Mrs. Rogers was formerly Miss Jessie Mc geath of New York City. She i a niece of Mr. and Mrs. Megcath. The couple will leave Omaha Saturday. , Birthday Party. Master Carl Simmer Pratt enter tained at a birthday party at his home Friday, the occasion being his seventh birthday. His guests were his classmates at the School of In dividual Instruction, which is con ducted by his mother. Mrs. Chrisicl Pratt. Parents of the pupils at tended. A program was given by the children under the direction of Ethelwyn Hodge. St. Patrick Party. Mr. and Mrs. Hill Parker enter tained at a St. Patrick's day party at their home Thursday evening. Their guests included Mr. and Mrs. 1. A. Bradley, Mr. and Mrs. Y. C )aapke, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Mayo, Mrs Mary Ann Bradley, Mrs. J. C. Vandcrgr'ift of Sioux Falls, S. D.; Miss Eva Bradley and A. L. Brad lev. . 1 Bridge Luncheon. Mrs. Stuart Gould and her mother, Mrs. John Rasmussen, entertained at luncheon, Thursday, at the Flat iron tea room, the occasion being the birthday of Mrs. Rasmussen. Covers were placed for 24 guests. Luncheon was followed by bridge. Informal Pance. Clarke Cheney was in charge of arrangements for a dance for Foster Barker employes, given Thursday evening at the Hanscom park pa vilion. Informal Tea. Mrs. Douglas Welpton will enter tain informally at tea at her studio Wednesday afternoon for lief pupils, when she will give a resume of her trip to New York City. Fort Omaha Bridge Club. Mrs. J. C. Bishop entertained members of the Fort Omaha Wom en's Bridge club at' her home, Fri day afternoon. Week End Dancing Club. The last party of the Week End Dancing club season will bp given Saturday evening at the Fontcnclle. The' 1920 census figures disclose that on the Pacific coast, where fe males constituted not more than 6 per cent of 'the Japanese population in any state 2(1 years ago, Women . now make up 38.8 per cent of tile Japanese total in California, 34.7 per cent in Washington and 32.3 in Oregon. Jn Hawaii, . the ratio of Japanese women to men has nearly doubled since 1900 and now is 42.7 per cent females. Club Calendar OmAtia P. K. O. Awtorlatlon Saturday, U':30 p. m. luncheon, south room. Chamber Knppa Slirmn (lubcf Omaha and Coun cil Hlnffa Saturday. 12:30 to 2 p. m., lunrhmn and meet In. University club. Omaha VHlkln Club Saturday, 3 p. m.. end of Albright car line, over Walk T.uncheon, business meeting and program, of Commerce. League of the Round Table, Beta Chap ter Saturday, 1 o'clock luncheon at the home of Mrs. ' E. Benedict, 11J North Thirty-first avenue. NA. C. A. Generat Meeting Saturday, 15:15 p. m.. Chamber of Commerce. '.ng club trail to cabin at Wiley Point. Leader, Harriet Mueller. Drama League Plays UMAHA, SA1 UKUA T . 1M A Klrt IV. IVZl . Personals ' r"' '" v - ' ir" Maq,y- Leapned GATCWELL HOME. PORTRAIT Mr. and Mrs. Ward Burgess have returned from New York City. j Mrs. Frank Rowe has gone to i Madrid, Neb., to spend several days. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kent ot ! Harlan, la., spent Thursday and Fri ! day in Omaha. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Andrews March 15 at the Stewart hospital. Mrs. Fritz Bucholz and Miss Marion Towle returned Thursday from a trip to Chicago. A daughter. Emma Lu. was born March 17 to Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Hull at the Stewart hospital. James Williamson, an Omaha stu dent at Vale, has been made a mem ber of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fra ternity. Mrs. J. C. Yandergritt of Sioux Falls, S. I)., is spending two weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Bradley. - Mrs. Douglas Welpton returned Wednesday from a trip to Chicago and New York. She was r'.ne about five weeks. Mrs. N. Jacobsen of Gushing, Neb., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. A. Grieb of Omaha, and Mrs. M. Jensen of Council Bluffs, la. A daughter, Marjorie Ann. has been horn to Mr. and Mrs. R. B. O'Neill of Denver. Mrs. O'Neill was formerly Miss Margaret Eng lish of Omaha. Mrs. Myron Learned, whose friends seem to enjoy calling her "Mary Learned," is aiiitlior of "0:ice a Year," which will he presented by the Drama league Tuesday, March 22, 4 p. m.. Fontcnclle hotel ball room. Mrs. Harry Doorly's "White Lies" will also be presented on that occasion. Oscar Wilder Craik is producing director for these one-act plays. Among other plays written by Mrs. Learned arc: "The Spirit of Waldcn Wood," presented at Hanscom park in June, 1916 : "Voices of the Dunes." written for the l'rairic club of Chi cago and produced on' the shores of Lake Michigan, near Portchester. Mrs. A. Louie and daughter, Leon tine, of Council Bluffs, leave in May to spend a year traveling abroad. Miss Louie plans to study French and music during her absence. Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Morearty of Grand Island have been visiting at the Ed F. Morearty homei Mrs. Morearty recently left for Chicago to visit Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dooiey. Mr. Morearty has returned to his home. He was accompanied to Grand Island by his mother, Mrs. Ed F. Morearty. Mr.A New Schumann- Heink Story i When to Get There One should never arrive for luncheon or dinner more than five minutes in advance of the time stated. In giving luncheon or din ner invitations the hostess should always specify definitely . the time she wishes her guests to come. Among close friends it is sometimes customary to ask luncheon or dinner guests to come well in advance of the meal hour, but when that is ex pected the hostess should specially ask her guests to do so. A dinner is usually regarded as an entire evening's entertainment, and one dees not hurry away from dinner, but lingers in the drawing room or living room for possibly an hour. However, among women, who en tertain extensively a luncheon in vitation is not regarded as an invita tion for the entire afternoon and Ind., Memorial day. 1918. and "Pan and the Kose Fairy." given at the Brandcis theater, Omaha, June, 1919. Of her "Pan and the Rose Fairy," Thomas Wood Stevens, head of the School of Dramatic Art. Carnegie Institute of Technology, Pittsburgh, said: "Your masque has the note of joy, which all the critics say we never get on the stage nt this conn try. Mrs. Benjamin Boasberg and Craik will play the two roles forded by Mrs. Learned's play. .Members will be admitted upon presentation oi tneir earns, non-( Thj . nQ reflection on Chicago, members upon payment of a door , t. . . mav ... . . .. itor from New York, Boston of Mus kogee, nor is it a reflection on the Chicago Opera company because, there is no musical-historical test to be passed by purchasers of tickets.' It is merely a verbatim report of a between-thc-acts remark overheard at a performance of the Chicago Opera company Lady scanning the names emblazoned around the stage opening: "Derlioz, Mozart, Beetho ven, Schumann,' she read and then turning to her companion, "I sup pose," she hazarded, "they left off the Heink because there was not room for it." Ernestine Shayler Thursday Bride Bishop and Mrs. Ernest V. Shay ler announce the marriage of their daughter, Ernestine, and Marion C. Ileah, son of Mrs. M. C. Heath of Cleveland, O., which took place Thursday afternoon, March 17, at 4 o'clock at Trinity Cathedral. The father of the bride read the Episcopalian service in the presence of relatives and a few intimate friends of the bride and groom. Ow ing to the Lenten season the wed ding was quiet and simplicity marked the arrangements. There were no attendants. The couple have been friends since their childhood nd have been be trothed for several years although no formal announcement of the engagement had been made. The bride wore her traveling suit of navy blue tricotiue with small black hat. Flame color sweetpcas formed her bouquet. Following the ceretnonv Bishop and Mrs. Shayler entertained at a dinner of 12 covers at the Omaha club in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Heath. The bride has attended Sweet Briar college. Virginia, and the Uni versity of Washington. During the Activities of Women Mile. Elsie Constant set a new world's record for the women's high jump when she cleared the bar at 4 feet 6 1-2 inches in competition held in France recently. Mrs. Charlotte McGill, who for 15 years has been a photographer, has annlird for a position as forestry lookout in the national forests of Montana, and her long experience will probably land ncr tnc joo. Mine. Ilcnnie Forchhammer. who has been chosen temporary chair man of the International Women's congress held in Geneva, has the ad ditional honor of having been elected as one of the Danish representatives in the assembly of the league ot na tions. She is one of the only two women members of the league as sembly. With more than two-score tele phone operators under her super vision, Mrs. C. L. .Men, is in charge of the largest private branch exchange in the world. The ex change in the State, War and Navy building in Washington, and through this exchange pass each day thou sands of messages dealing with the most confidential secrets of the nation. last two years she has been enrolled at the University ot Nebraska at Lincoln from which institution she would have received her degrees in June. She is a member of the Delta Gamma sorority. She was also a member of the Dramatic club at the state university. Last summer, with her parents", "the bride journeyed through the British Isles. Mr. Heath was graduated from the Howe Military academy and from the Case Technical sclrool in Cleveland. Mr. and Mrs. Heath have gone on an eastern trip. After April 1 they will be at home at 3080 Derby shire Road, Cleveland. tee unless some entei tainment, such as cards or music, is provided for the afternoon guests leave shortly after they have adjourned from the luncheon table. However, that is a matter of local custom. In small town society to hurry away 10 min utes after a luncheon is over would be regarded as discourteous. Mrs. Hainisch, mother of the new president of Austria, has been long known as the foremost champion of EdisonTurnTable Comparison is your best guide The only way you can decide, for yourself, which is the best phonograph, is by hearing our Edison Turn-Table Comparison. No other way eliminates the salesman. No other way brings four leading phonographs, all in the same room, all in the same position, ali using recordings by the same artist. Ask to hear it. Given only on request. Rouse's Phonograph Parlors 1916 Farnam Street Douglas 7782 I? 4 3 153 Women' Shop 1621 Farnam St. "All that Is New and Beautiful in" Smart Spring Apparel Suits One may choose the Box Coat, the Strictly Tailored, Semi-Tailored or the Ripple Effect. . Twill Cord, Poret Twill and Tricotine are favored materials priced at $45.00, $59.50, $69.50 to e ft 00 Graceful coats and wraps. loose sleeves 1 ,ui uccjj imu iiic vvaiobiiuG aim laic unto incline towards the Dolman. Embroidery extensively used on such materials as Veldyne, Kamona, Marvella and Tricotine. The favored colors are Tan, Grey, Beaver, Navy. Priced at Coats $25.00 And Up Dresses Spring dresses of exceptional quality. Taffeta, Canton Crepe, Crepe de Chine, in Navy, New Brown, Grey, Fawn, Black. Allover embroi dery, appliqued designs. Embroidered motif and bead trimming add to the charm of the new dresses $25.00,' $35.00, $49.59 Blouses Spring blouses fashioned from Crepe Satin, Crepe de Chine and Georgette. Regulation blouse, tie back, overblouse in shades of Tomato, Honeydew, Jade, Silver, Navy, Flesh, White. Prices range from $5.75 to.$14.50 to ft t 06 to ft 5C to ft to ft 2- - China Special Saturday we offer to the thrifty a 42-piece set of English Forcelain. A pattern exception ally attractive and inexpensive, taken from open stock at $ 23a A real price reduction. Spring Is Here! An early Easier, the return of Robin Red breast, the warmer days and bright sun shine, all tend to turn our thoughts from the old to the new season. Omaha is noted for its spring time. Kil patrick's for its better merchandise. New Laces For trimming underwear and new spring clothes this lot will , be found attractive in price and quality. 2 to 6-in. widths, in laces of Venice edging and inser tion, Point du Paris edging and insertion, etc. Saturday Special at 18c yd- Two Suit Specials Adorable Dresses, $39.75 Our buyer has just returned from the east and brought with her two super-specials in Suits. Navy Serge Suits Of Canton crepe and taffeta the two materials that vie with each other for popularity. They are still running neck and neck. It Is Impossible for us to give you even an approximate accurate word picture of these dresses, and only by actually seeing them will you be able to ap preciate their charm. Practically all the subtle fine touches that Paris sponsors will be seen in them both as to styles and artistic colors alnd combinations. Of men's wear serge, tailored and semi-tailored, some with convertible collar effects and all splendidly tailored and silk lined; sizes 16 to 44 Saturday, $39.75 New Tricotine Suits Superb tailleurs as well as smart semi-tailored models with embroidery touches. The materials are tricotine and tricofinc while the linings are of pussy willow. Sizes 16 to 42. The values are unmatchable Saturday, $57.50 Separate Skirts There are a large vari ety of materials and col ors and combinations from which to select, in cluding navy serge in combination with shep herd checks, silk poplins. Canton crepe, wool plaids and serges in straight line effects and plaited models. Very specially priced, at S10.95. S12.95. $16.95 and S19.75 Sport Coats Of black velveteen, newly arrived and come in smart belted models and white lining. One's ward robe this season is incom plete without one. Sizes 1G to 42. Saturday, 35 WHITE FLANNEL SKIRTS are quite smart ly worn with a velvet jacket. Also there are skirts of fancy silk weaves in white and col ors, as well as the staple colors in Baronctte. All most reasonably priced. Three Sale Lots for Saturday - - Hand Bags, Ribbons, Hosiery (Each Group of Particular Interest) Onr Annnal Tre-Easter Sale of Fine Silk Hose Saturday, 9 a. m. $2.90 A grouping of several numbers of finest quality silk hose, all taken from our regular stock, includes values to $7.50 each, rialn silks, silk clocks, and fancy laces. Colors, black, white and fancies. A real chance for discriminating buyers. A Sale of Fine Hand Bags Values Ordinarily Each, $3.98 Bags of silk moire, nickel frames. Col ors,' navy, black, brown and gray. Bags of leather, covered frames. Mor rocco and goat seal. All leather. A special purchase of desirable, season able bags placed on sale for one day only at prices much less than regular. A Sale in Two Lots of Fine Ribbons These Are on the Square 9c and 19c At 19c A group of fine ribbons suitable as trimmings and for hair bows. 6 to 8 inches wide, in plain colors and fancies. These are very much underpriccd. At 9c Plain colored taffeta ribbon in 1 and 2-inch widths. Ot ex cellent quality and very special. BOWEH INTERESTING NEWS About THE NEW PRICES and Special Items for Saturday Selling In American Walnut LOUIS XVI Bedroom Suite A Suite With a Charm All Its Own Sttle Prli i $140.00 Beautiful Bow Knd Bed $92.50 105.00 Dresser, large minor 99.50 12;..",0 Three-Mirror Vanity Dresser 79.50 132.50 Large Chifforette 79.50 SATURDAY You Will Have a Big' Opportunity in RUGS Seamless Velvet Rugs Sale rrir 0x12 Tn assorted patterns $39.75 8-3xlO-6 In assorted patterns 32.75 Now Is the' Time to Buy YOUR RUGS Grass Rugs 9x12 85.95 8xio 4.95 6x9 3.45 3x6 1.75 27x54 : .95 18x36 .35 Splendid for Porch and fed Rooms 4x7 $1.95 High Grade Wool Wilton Rugs ' Strictly High Grad Wool Wil- ton Rugs at prices which we believe represent the best values obtainable. Fringed Ends in Best Standard Makes Assorted Patterns Sale Price 9x12 $94.75 8-3x10-6 89.95 6x9 69.75 56x63 .... 18.95 27x54 10.75 Best. Quality Worsted Wilton Rugs i With Linen Fringe Assorted Patterns These Fine Wilton Rugs-r Every one perfect in weave and pattern, copies ot rare old Chinese rugs and rich Orien talsand everybody knows how Wiltons wear. Sale Frice 9x12 $129.95 8-3x10-6 123.75 0x9 79.95 36x63 21.75 26x54 '. 12.75 j New. Room and Stair ' Carpets at NEW PRICES A splendid assortment of Worsted Wilton, Axminster, Velvet, Body Brussels in colors, blue, rose, taupe, green, brown and in the newest and choicest pat terns, ranging in price from $1.65, $2.45, $3.25 and $4.15 Per Yard The Biggest Cleaner Value in the Market Saves Time and Labor Cleans Rugs Carpets Mattresses Portieres Etc. This Cleaner has a specially designed Electric Motor i guaranteed for hard service. 'jf, Just $1.00 as a first payment and ve deliver one fo your home. . ' Daily demonstrations on First Floor. A $35.00 Electric Cleaner for $39.75- All Reed and Fibre Furniture Specially Priced for Saturday Selling . Sale Trie Ivory Reed Iatup. complete $14.23 27.00 Ivory Table Lamp, complete 11.65 55.00 Ivory Reed Settee, cretonne upholstered 24.00 28.00 Ivory Reed Rocker 11.00 60.00 Ivory Floor Lamp, complete 28.25 12.S0 French Brown Breakfast Chairs 5.45 45.00 French Brown Table, quartered oak top 19.00 24.50 French Brown Rocker, cretonne upholstered 9.25 65.00 French Brown Settee, cretonne upholstered 26.00 67.50 French Brown Bird Cage 29.65 65.00 French Brown Floor Lamp 29.00 OMAHAS.VALUTJtfJlVING-STO.RC- Howard St., Between 15th and 16th Berg's Berg's y I