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Thursday, October 19,_1_ mg 4 _, ._ SI-IELTON-MASOISLCOUNTY JOURNAL LMMJ‘f—r‘w '————‘—— *~>-'~.— -‘————-— .. _._‘__ .. _ _ _______ _.____,._.—n. .W————‘— l were sponsored at the local U.S. Hostess Organizations for ldia Economic Club will be Friday, ., MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERA. v *r' * #W W” day,.OC' A. at; ' lArc-adia Economic Club lLt. Koch is with a destroyer A lSchcdules Meeting i cort on the Atlantic. U.S.O. l The next meeting of the Arca- — ~i~g~fi~ww J—- EAL Wan ‘ of yc ‘ borg Knit llllllllllIIllIllIlllllllllllllllliillllllllllllllEll]IlllilllllllllIllllllillllllllllllllillllllllllI U.S.O. Parties Are l l Successful Events f 1 Two very successful parties ms WEATHER Is ' wnscnmo MY comptexmn.’ WE‘LL STOP AT McCONKEY'S PHARMACY ma enemas AND Lotions vou'u. mu) ALL the 8:51 COSMETICS THERE! , 10. last week, the first being a g C H V this week: lOCtOber 27 at the home of Mae- CHURCH popcorn party and dance on . lBurgess on Hillel-est. At this time Wednesday evening under the di- LILLIAN WARREN, Society Editor PHONE ‘00 lthe club will hold election of (if-1 Hillcrest, Shelton . . . __ . l r rection of Kitty Price. Local ser- Get-21 Degree Of Honor ‘flcers for the com-mg yean Fob, 1:, vicewomen from the Shelton N. Huff-Hamilton Rites ,Elinor Chapter 0.E.S. Mormng worShlp sundays 1 Reports Card Party OCt'22'—Courthouse employees iluck luncheon will be served at' I ‘ y K ‘x r A" l A.A.S. being the chief Corn pop- Perfumed Sunday a.m. Sunday School, bible C Elinor Chapter of the Eastern Oct. 23—Mrs. M. Lund's Sew- lnoon. pers. Mildred W. Hamilton, daughter. Ocltngzzlgl'lébE O The last meeting was held FYL 9240. Friday evening Miss Helen Mae of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn F. Ham- Star held a card party after their ' A ‘ ‘ ’4 H gday, October 13 with Mrs. Walter Hatcher arranged a Scavenger In?“ 0f Addyv WaShw becfime the regular meeting last Tuesday eve— oct'25 Luthelan Church lAllen With ten members and one“ Hunt involving many calls on pri- brlde 0f Charles. C- Hilff. 5011 Of ning at the Masonic hall in Union. and Mrs- VICtOI" V- Hllff 0f,There were five tables of pin‘ Oct. 26—Activettes l . . , . . v .. , Visitor present. The members of; vate‘ homes. The way in which M1“ Oct‘27‘EagleS Aux‘ha‘y the club donated $4.00 towards‘. the individuals-at the homes (:0. Maulton. Iowa. Sunday 1100“. 00‘ iochle, three of contract and two OCt'ZST‘MrS' Walter Kunrich [the War Fund Drive. Mrs. Paul-, ealonial 3amw . 3- Junior Walther League f1 ‘ and third Mondays, 7:30 p.111: Senior League every other Sun :2: day evening, 7:30 pm. ilMi-s. Allen Koch iW'rites from N. Y. Mrs. Winston Scott received a letter this Week from Mrs. Allen J l , . . . itober 15 , . Oct. 29——Tuesday Reviewers l E 1 , t1 . M i 4. , . spons, ' opeiated With the serVicemen in .of auction. Prizes and card tables A line ‘mS 8y Won 16 1110 e PFAZE- l Mens Club and Ladies SOCl i their hunt for foolish things was peggimfégvetfndcg~mY-YMPUI‘iEI; iwere in charge of Mrs. Alice Mar- ocfzfg Difislifileriounty W81 l Thtisd Friday mfgnébecrs are i'e- 1 meet each month, 811911301 1 the best part of the evening‘s fun, , e 'e n m , .tin and Mrs. Helen Andersen. - lques 9 to be at 8 F055 moms l the groups reported. Methodlst parsoqage- The bride iHigh and low honors in pinochle Oct. 31——G1rl Scouts Councd to do sewing and cutting. l Lutheran Hour. KVI, Sunda Miles 0 l The U.S.O. committee would wore an attracuve green tWeadiwent to Mrs. Frances Huson of r ' *— p'm- . l . . . . Rainbow Mothers ,After V‘smng fr‘ends “1 Olym‘ lSkokomish valley. Contract to Slate Meeting ‘ ' PM for few days . the young ers. Frank Noswortliy and Mrs. The Rainbow MOther’S Club Willl couple Will make their home on lAlden Bayley of Union. Auction meet this Friday, October 20, with appreciate donations of fruits or Suit With brown accessories- lgTahuya and Oliver Johnson of the ‘jams, to be'served in the ‘ U.S.O. hall. l l l l —— l l etc., _inorning 8-12, phone 230. ‘ Christian Parish School. grad I l l . [ Pastor in church office 93 l turdag ission 6 .‘Saturday Party Honors I??? ngom is Statio’wd 1to Mrs_ Effie Knowlton of Ta- Mrs. Claude Rhodes on Mountain IKOCh, _ former Shelgmkressfidelltl 1'6' Arthur ZEhel Rt' 3' Tax 1: lTwo Cadet Nurses 3 e ,huya and Mrs. Alice Ahl of El- “View at 1:30 pm All mothers of lnow “mg “1 hNeW dor -, fetfis‘ Rev. R. C.Muh‘ly, 705Dea1‘b0 ‘ Miss Violet 'Johnson and Miss Kathleen Burk idon, Rainbow girls are urged to at- lseglfetafi‘y “at: Svfgaficgfl games. Phone 395M. ncing 9 lJune Wolden were co—hostesses IVisitS Mother Gay lunch Cloths centered with ' tend. Ta 10 S 0W. a 1 ‘ ll Saturday evening, October 14 for ta party honoring Miss Pat Har— land and Miss Elaine Lessard, lhome for the week end from Ta- coma where they are taking ca- det nurse’s training at the Ta- coma General Hospital. Kathleen Burk, Pharmacist’s bowls of choice roses, enhanced a Mate, 3/c, WAVES, left Mondayzvery delicious lunch which was ,for her station at Notre Dame, lserved'after the card games by Ind, where she works in the Mid- smembers from Hoodsport, Mrs. shipman’s school. She had spent a Flora, Lockwood, MrS. Olga John- week here visiting her mother, son, Mrs. Laura Asleson and Mrs. Mrs. Mabel Burk. Betty Goodpaster. The hall was “mane 30,3 . we oELl‘v ER ‘m- l Deucmus refreShments we?“ Thursday evening a pre-Thanks- gay With alltumn leaves. gladioll , -PRES..RIPTLGNS lie/Zy‘eiggat the close of the somal giving dinner at her mother,s and Chrysanthemums, adding home was enjoyed. Guests includ- much to the spirit of the occasion. llilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIIllfllllllllllllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllflllIllllll ed Tom Royal, AVR.M_ 3m, Chap. les Obel, A.R.M. 2/c, and Mrsp WW Shelton Garden Club play, “Porgy and Bess” in Seat- collecting seed pods, cones and tle before she left. ldried materials through the year Fortunes To Defeat Referendum 25 DON’T BE DECEIVED 3v THEIR PROPAGANDA ’ Shelton Mixed Chorus Elects Officers At the first fall meeting of the Shelton Mixed Chorus held at the Lincoln school last Monday, Mrs. Bernhard Winiecki was re-elected lpresident, Mrs. Donovan Palmer, vice-president and Mrs. R. B. which Mrs. Kulrich has wired ready to rassembling. Already orders are coming in for these corsages which the club has made over a number of years. This year as last the funds real- land Park Beautification Fund. Anyone wishing to join the club Dickey, secretary-treasurer. The Chorus voted to confine their activities toward the pre- sentation of the Christmas Can- Th Pow Trusts claim "Private Pow- tata- iGll er ‘ All interested movie are urged? r to watch the paper for the start- ing time of the regular rehearsal. Imay attend. this meeting as Oc- itober is the beginning of the fis- cal, year. Public Power Costs Less! EXAMPLE 1 Here are total figures for the State‘of Wash, year ending May 31, 194-1. (Dept. Public SerVice, Olympia) Scout Council Reports Meeting The monthly meeting of the! Girl Scout Council was eld Mon- day at the home of Mrs. Herbert Angle at which time plans were made for the future programs, the court of awards to be held late in November and Christmas activities were discussed. Girl Scout Week will be Octo- ber 29 through November 5, ‘with Mrs. Walter Elliott in charge of the ceremonies honoring Julette, Lowe, founder. The ceremonies will be held in Kneeland Park. Mrs. John L. Dotson, president Ida Downey and l of the T.-B. League plans to have the Girl Scouts assist in the com- ing T.-B. Christmas seal sale. \‘ln/ '~> n Bush 5 Men's nosmrol. rmnuluuon w. Juc .un Bl\'d.. Chicago 4, Ill. ,9» \n; I“ .'~- :9 71 days. So whenever it raises a quota, even its usually low one, it waves the flag, boasts in advertisements, and shouts from the house- tops how patriotic it is." ‘ Y “That‘s right. Hoping to take the people’s minds oil the million men and women still engaged in making, selling and promotan the sale of intoxicants instead of working~ in war plants; the grain now desperately needed by the hungry of the world; the brewers are using the freight cars; trucks and tires they illis-usc, to ship beer, whiskey and Wlnc; the industry indulges ill this cheap sclf:pralsc. "I would dislike being in a 'inslness that in this manner admits that it is a question- . D able business.” ‘ “Any decent man would.” B—9 iZed will go towards the Knee‘ er pays Taxes—Public Power collects Taxes.” Do you believe that? Here is the truth of the matter: 'u.'5°‘m. Mr. and Mrs. Stevens GIUKMWELFME' Private Power doesn't pay taxes. You, lHonored at Party . The home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Westcott was the scene Sunday evening of a birthday and card party honoring Mr. and Mrs. John Stevens, who received many lovely gifts. Three tables of pinochle were in play with honors going to Carl Westcott, Jasper Heminger, Bill Downey, Mrs. Gertrude Westcott, , .Mrs. Ida Downey and Mrs. Lulal Gunter. Mrs. John Stevens won the floating prize. Average Cost per Total Cost K.VV.H. Private Power 2,470,153,105 $31,854,308 $ .013 Public Power 6,824,120,893 29,408,153 .0043 Public Power sold more than 21/2 times as much power as private companies and charged two million dollars less. Private companies charged 3 times more per K.VV. H. than Public Utilities. “Well, Chairman, you certainly put the drive cycr the top.” "I did not do it, the people of this com— munity (lid. Everybody pitched in and woi-ked and gave. Our community is to be: congratu— vlatcd, not me." "You arc‘modcst, John. Nearly everybody is modest about doing his or her full share in war times. That is a fine indication of how marvellous American Morale really is. I don't know of any group that had donc any public bragging about how well it does on these drives cxccpt—" ' "Except the Booze crowd, I know, we all do. With mounting juvcnilc delinquency, pov- crty'and increased crime and absenteeism. .ythc liquor crowd isn't very popular these the customer, whether you use Private or Public POWer, pay the taxes. It's all in your light or power bill. Don’t let Private Power be so noble about the taxes you pay. EXAMPLE 2 Here are the rates of two cities of approximately the same size. Spokane (all Private Utility) About “Citizens’ ' Committees” ‘Obel, Clyde Winfough, A.R.M. 3/c, iwnl Meet Monday ' and Mrs. Winfough, Herbert Cro— Monday, October 23, at 1:30 mer, Mrs. Emma Coyle of Ta— p.m. the Shelton Garden Club will 0 e coma, Kathleen‘s grandmother, 'hold their regular monthly meet— Mrs. Heinie Hilderman, Joanie ing in the Little House at Knee- and Jimmy. Kathleen and Mrs. gland Park. '. Burk. l Mrs. W. I. Taggart of Seattle I Miss Elizabeth Butler, Mrs. .will demonstrate, Christmas cor- Burk and Kathleen attended the lsage-making. Members have been residential rate for 100 K.W.H ............... ..$2.76 Tacoma (all Public Utility) residential rate for 100 K.W.H ............... .. 1.70 Spokane’s Private power rates are 60% higher than Tacoma’s Public power rates. Refreshments were served at P Trust has a ain or anized The ower g g the close of the evening. . I Nav Mother’s—— 61—— b “Cltizens’ Committees” to fight Public y u I lSchedules Meeting The Navy Mother’s Club will meet this Thursday, October 19, Visiting Parents Power and Referendum 25. Analyze ~ Mr. and Mrs. Harry Christop- l the membership of these committees. Private Pow- (PUDS, REAS, Districts Only er in principle but we’re not for Refer- Complimented Here , Mrs. R. E. ’Duckham entertain- ‘ ed at her home last Thursday e v e n i n g, complimenting Mrs. Charles Rowe, who was visiting, her mother. ‘ Court whist was played, during Compa- Municipa l s ,I (Includes distri- endum 25.""l_'he fact is that there is no EXAMPLE 3 Note that they have high officers of figdpaizlr‘ffiflrisgffilhefie iggfilfg,Efigfinlgalgtgfm‘fill if: 3. Sponsored by the Shelton W.C.T.U. with contributions from the Baptist Church, ’6- I. h P-U'D- Rates “0“” Classes Are 30%LOWER Eastern Power interests 0" the” r°5' ’ ' p.m. g Willard W.C.T.U., women’s clubs and individuals. ' ‘ 0'950 Th3? Pr‘VSfle comp}??? REESE f terS. Ask yourself, “When did these men All members are. urged m. _ V __-__»__’ ‘Aiéeéiiinfiirimal °~ a or Bfggggagmftgegg ghglnNayssg“ ~~——m~ —---—- fl—r -* and Street Lighting’) for progress?" These Citizens’. Com- in the LM‘ store. 1 g 1 P yi ' ‘ ' "‘ mittes 53 ,~ “0h we’re for Public Pow- Five Major Public Power Public, Uthlty y , IMrs. Charles Rowe operat— ex c l u din g bution in spar- genius on earth who could write a Pub- Bonneville In- sely settled ru- . . lic Power bill to gain their approval. dustrial sales) ral areas) e r { nies ing in Wash- ington 13 MILLS 9'7 M'Hs 9'1 MILLS The sole purpose of so-called “Citizens’ l , You see P‘ D” COStS Less' Committees” is to deceive the people. Cllp These Authentlo Rates for Reference l . 0 WHAT IS REFERENDUM 25" vlt is a law passed by the legislature to permit Public Utility Districts and cities to the evening. Refreshments were served to’ Mrs. S. W. Price, Mrs. Gene Hanson, Mrs. John Ballard, Mrs. Hal Olstead, Mrs. John Rep- linger, Mrs. Pete Melin, Rowe andthe hostess. Happiness. Comes Through Health Mrs. ‘ form joint commissions to acquire (at fair prices to both stockholders and public) and to operate electric systems extending over more than one county. Contrary to Private Power- propaganda, the people of each county (or city) continue to retain local control of their local power business. Referendum 25 will bring electrical energy at lowest possible rates to factories, mills mines, farms, businesses and homes. It will encourage industry, build payrolls, advance agriculture, lighten housework, and save the people millions of dollars. Activettes Slate l Coming Meeting . l The Activettes will hold a' regular meeting on Tuesday, Oc- tober 24 at the home of Mrs. R. E. Duckham starting at pm. The better you feel the more fun you have! Vita- mins can supply the extra energy .you lack to see you through the day in top conditlon. See us. We carry every type of high quality vitamins. Good Will Truck l Here on Thursday ; The Good Will truck will be in Shelton Thursday, October 26. Those wishing it to stop should phone Mrs. Lentz, 236W. VOTE FOR Referendum 25 PAID FOR BY POMONA GRANGE AND FRIENDS OF REFERENDUM 25 . l FIR DRUG STORE Executive Board i . To Meet Friday ' ‘ The Executive Board of the Shelton Music Study Club will meet at the home of Mrs. John L. Dotson on Friday evening, Oc- tober 20 at 7:30 pm. All mem- bers are urged to be present. l Climb Mt. .i'Eleanor Mr. and'Mi‘s. James Simmons and Mr.~ anil__.,'Mi-s. Harold Mm Johnson climbed- to the summit of Mt. Eleanor and back Tues- day. They Were the first peoplel to register since July 30. l I CHARLES SAVAGE: for CONGRESS * Candidate for Congress in This District Who is a Roosevelt Supporter in His Program to Win the War and a Lasting Peace SAVAGE IS A MAJORITY LEADER In the House of Representatives Where He has Served Four Sessions SAVA‘G SAVAG ——Born on a farm and an active Granger for years, believes in the cost of production for farmers. S AGE—A PUbliC Power supporter; introduced H. B. 576 in 1941, l ‘ wherein originated the principles of Referendum .25. S AGE—Born 1906 in Wisconsin. Lived in this district 16 years. SCHOOL clnisl: PLA soonrs Lovrnsl , \i‘ I 3 “We pol if” ‘°".'F. . f .3 ,Wool-ond-Rayon Tweed Joel“ ‘ ‘ ' Betweenclassstrolls and roller skat- , ing dates—-—wear this fitted 3-bunon jacket, Fox-Pleated Skirt in Solid Colo" \Wool and warm mixtures.,A prac- l tical base for your blouse or sweater 3' loutfits. Pleated or gored for action! Shelton Dance Club Will Have Barn Dance l Members of the Shelton Dance ' Club will hold their first dance ‘ of the fall season this Saturday, October 21, in the Shelton Valley lGrange hall. It will be ll barn Idance and dancing will be from E10 p 2 a.m. ' aFriendship Club I ; Reports Meeting . I The Friendsifl) Club met at 'the Community Hall on October 11 with Mrs. Harry Hurst as host- ess. After the usual delicious luncheon the club workedvon the silk coverlet and made final plans for the bazaar. The Bazaar vn'll be held the eve- ning of October 27. There will be tables of books, miscellaneous ar- ticles, fancy work, also a fish pond and a Keno game. Refreshments will be served. The proceeds will' go to the Red Cross and other war activities. The public is in- vited to attend. Shelton Music Study Club Slates Meeting The Shelton Music Study Club will meet Wednesday, October 25 at 7:45 at the home of Mrs. Don- ovan Palmer. Mrs. Norma. Spring will be co-hostess. l Mrs. J. Conner will give a paper ' on “Music of the British 001- onies and Mrs. Nena Roberts will discuss the cello and double bass. The Only O -—-Assisted the WOMEN WORKERS, in and out of war indus— tries, by introducing the Women’s Equal Pay Bill. ——Supported increased pensions. and Industrial Insurance Payments. lOl ——Believes in unemployment compensation and Educational ‘ Opportunities for Veterans, thus favors Initiative 157. a, 3 Classic Tailored Blouse in ROY 1Well made, well cut, with shoulder .9 yokeplong sleeves. WashablfJ—jn stripes. Misses’ sizes. ‘ 51 HOSE ' On Sale Saturday, October 21 ° 9a. m. / l