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THB LAKB 8HORB NEWS, T m .................iff" â-  "....................MM What People Are Doing :«...........in Wilmette.............* la 023 Mrs. Thomas Keane Gale is HI her home 1024 Lake street Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hannah Oreenleaf street, are enjoying a visit in Excelsior Springs, Mo. Mm. Burt C. Hardenbrook enter- tained at luncheon in her home, 1101 Forest avenue. Tuesday. Members of the Sphinx club enjoyed a dance at the Oullmette Country club Friday night. Alfred W. Hawkes, 714 Central ave- nue, left last week for a three weeks' trip thoughout the southern states. Master Blon, Bradbury of Waukegan was the guest of bis cousin, La Rue Davis, 236 Doyle street, over Sunday. The new officers of the Bpworth league will be Installed In the meet- ing at 6:15 Sunday evening. At' 5 I>. m. Louis Falk will give an organ recital next Sunday evening during the entire vesper hour at the Methodist church. Mrs. William Affeld of Mlnenapolls, Minn., is the guest of her mother, Mrs. Louis F. Braunhold, 919 Chestnut ave- nue. Mrs. Ethel Anderson of Kenosha. Wis., was called to Wilmette last week by the Injury suffered by her son, La- Rue Davis, while playing golf. Mrs. F. H. Judd has leased her home at 729 Ninth street to Mrs. Bello Pitts and sons of Waukegan for the summer. Mr. and Mrs. David Porsythe An- derson have moved from 530 Washing- ton avenue to their new borne at Chestnut and Ninth street. A machinery merit badge has been received by William Klelnpell, 916 Linden avenue, a member of the first Boy Scouts troop here. An informal luncheon was given by Mrs. Frank J. Baker, 507 Lake street, to a number of friends Wednesday ot last week. John D. Greig and family have moved from 922 Oakwood avenue into their home at Ninth street and Green- wood avenue, one of the most beauti- ful residence structures in Wilmette. Members of the No Name Sewing club were entertained at a 1 o'clock hmoheon In the home of Hiss Louise Fmteh, 611 Washington avenue, Tues- day afternoon. Thirty couples enjoyed the May dancing party given by Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Koontz in the Woman's club bollding Friday night Music was fur- nlBhed by the Lawrence orchestra. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Westwood, 1120 Lake avenue, entertained their nephew, Frank E. Morris of Flnsbury Park, London. Bng., during the last week. Mr. Morris was automobile en- gineer for King Edward VII. Harry W. Hopp and family have moved from 230 Doyle court to' 125 Linden avenue. Mr. Hopp Is building a handsome new home in Linden ave- nue and will reside at the above num- ber until the structure Is completed. More than fifty friends attended the card parties given by Mrs. Howard O. Searle in her home, 527 Washington avenue Thursday and Friday after- noons. A number of friends were enter- tained In the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sanford Clark, 626 Washing- ton avenue, at dinner Friday evening. The evening was passed Informally. In honor of the birthday anniversary of her husband, Mrs. John S. Gage was hostess to a number of friends at a dinner in the home, 1034 Blmwood avenue, Thursday night In honor of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Webb, who will leave soon for their new home In Blloxi, Miss., Mr. and George T. Dyer, 1010 Chestnut street, entertained a number of friends at dinner Sunday night Mrs. F 8. Robins entertainea in- formally Wednesday afternoon In her home in Linden avenue in honor Mrs. F. Robins and Miss Robins of Middletown, a . â-² delightful afternoon was spent by twenty members of the Bast End cir- cle In the home of Mrs. Hiram A. Whitman, M0 Greenwood avenue, Monday afternoon, in the regular monthly meeting of the organisation. While playing with a crowd Of boys Saturday, Master Dick Hopp, son of Harry W. Hopp, 125 Linden avenue, tore the ligaments in his right foot. It will be several weeks before he will be able to use the Injured mem* ber. Mr. and Mrs David Rand of Bir- mingham, Ala., and Miss Ada Rand of Chicago passed the week-end with Mrs. D. L. Earle. 288 Doyle court. Miss Marie Casper has been ill In her home, 125 Wood court, for the last week. Mrs. Charles Sanford Clark was hostess to a number of friends Thurs- day in honor of Mrs. Roy Ware of Salt Lake City, who is visiting in Wil- mette, and Mrs. Walter Lewis, who will leave soon for her new home in New York City. Next Sunday will be Mothers' day. Rev. T. K. C-al<\ pastor of the M. E. rhurch, will preach on "God as a Mother." Oood muHic by the quartet. Sunday school meets at 9:30, Junior league, the hoys and girls, meeting at 4 p. m. Mrs. Claude E. Fitch entertained a number of children In honor of the sixth birthday anniversary of her daughter, Lillian, Thursday, in the family home, 1033 Elmwood avenue.' Games and music furnished enter- tainment for the little tots. Dainty refreshments were served. The reading circle was entertained at a 1 o'clock luncheon In the home of Mrs. P. A. Fagg. 925 Greenwood ave- nue, Wednesday afternoon, more than a dozen members attending. Mrs. Claude Fitch gave a reading and sev- eral entered into discussion of various literary topics. Fred A. Smith, credit manager for Reld, Murdoch « Co., who has resided at 729 Eighth street for the last four years, has purchased the property from Mrs. H. N. Taylor of Los An- geles. The lot has an east frontage of 110 feet on Washington avenue and is In a splendid location, with a fine lawn, shrubbery, etc. Mr. Fred D. Fagg, secretary of the San Diego, Cal., Y. M. C. A., with his wife, passed last week visiting in the home of his brother, P. A. Fagg, 925 Greenwood avenue. Mr. Fagg will be remembered by many citizens in Wil- mette and Bvanston for his work in helping to erect the T. M. C A. build- ing in Evanston. He likes the west and is enjoying success in his work in the San Diego association. A progressive luncheon was given by members of the Central avenue cir- cle of the Congregational church Fri- day. The courses were served in the following homes: Mrs. Monroe R. Venables, 908 Groenleaf street; Mrs. S. A. Wheelock, 822 Central avenue; Mrs. E. B. Wheelock, 830 Central ave- nue; Mrs. Arthur J. Taylor, 835 Cen- tral avenue, and Mrs. F. L. Joy, 812 Central avenue. The social hour was passed in the home of Mrs. 8, A. Wheelock with a brief program. A pretty luncheon and miscellaneous shower was given by Mrs. Richard Durnford Allen in her home, 630 Cen- tral avenue, Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock in honor of Miss Helen Wangh of Sheridan Park, whose marriage Andrew Jackson Newell" will be sot emnlzed next fall. Bridge was playeJ during the afternoon with the follow- ing guests winning the prizes: Miss Catherine Kelly, first prize; Miss Helen Waugh, second prize; Mrs. Wal- lace Moore, third prize. The consola- tion prize was awarded Miss Margaret Gildey. The color scheme waa laven- der, yellow and white. Many pretty gifts were showered upon Miss Waugh. The date of the nuptials has not been announced. ^ WILMETTE FREE Twelfth Annual Report of Li- brarian Shows Big Growth in Institution During Last Twelve Months. NEW VOLUMES PURCHASED Nearly 300 Books Bought Last Year and Plan Is to Add 400 of Best Sellers to List the Com- ing Season. The twelfth annual report of the condition and work of the Wilmette free public library as submitted to the board of trustees this week by Miss Anna E. Law, librarian, contains many interesting facts and figures. The residents of Wilmette are be- ginning to realize, as is evidenced by the increased number of membership cards now in circulation, that the free public library is a progressive Institution. The aim of the trustees Is to co-operate with the schools, churches, societies, and individuals, to place at their disposal the best books of current literature and refer- ence obtainable. Two hundred eighty four new vol- umes were purchased last year in ad- dition to 119 copies donated by friends. Plans are made this year for the purchase of at least 400 new vol- umes, placing at the disposal of the public, two, three, and even four copies if necessary of the six best sellers. 3,000 children visited the children's department during the year. More than 6,000 Volumes. The total number of volumeB In. the library is 5,413 aside from all the standard magazines and periodicals. The circulation of books for the year was 16,284, an- average cf 55 books a day, for the library Is open 297 days m the year. The largest number of books drawn from the library in one day was 140 and that -was January 4; the smallest number was 9, on October 30, 1912. The ball In the basement of the building Is for the use of public and private parties. Reservations may be made by application to Miss Law, 1! brarlan, or to J. R Harper, secretary. Officers of Institution. Officers of the library Include R. W. Boddlnghouse, president; S. B. Wil- son, vice-president, and J. R. Harper, secretary. The personnel of the com- mittees follow: Finance, John W. Illlff, Dr. George F. Butler; building, S. B. Wilson, John W, Illlff; books, Arthur L. Rice, J. R. Harper and 8. B. Wilson; promotion, J. R. Har- per and Arthur L, Rice. ^ LICENSED TO Wtfe , Among the list a! these licensed to wed in Chicago were the following: William P. Howe, 22, Bvsnston; Gladys Vaughn, 21, Louisville, Kjr.; Americus V. WatkJns, 35, Glencoe. Ileen Covington, 26, Evanston; BAPTIST DEVOTIONAL SERVICE. Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock the Baptist devotional service will be held In the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. I*. Major, 215 Ninth street. You wil find this service very Interesting and helpful. ANNUAL LUNCHEON. An elaborate luncheon will be given Wednesday, May 14, by the Catholic Woman's club at the Avenue House at 1 o'clock p. m. Several prominent speakers have been secured to ad- dress the club members during the afternoon, among them Judge Cava naugb. Bessie O'Brien Lantry, notej Chicago Cathedral singer, will sing a group of songs. Father H. P. Smyth, Father Eagen, Father Hartiz and others will give short addresses. \/W. G. SUCCESSFUL YEAR IS EXPECTED AT COLF CLUB Prospects for a successful year loom up at the Evanston Golf club with so cial activities for the spring and sum- mer season Just starting. While plans for the year have not been announced by the directorate of the dub, It is assured that much will be doing so- cially and in golfing. In speaking of the outlook for the season, Frank T. Murray, president of the club, said, "Our eighteen hole golf course Is in an excellent con- dition and with a satisfactory mem- bership the prospect is bright for a delightful year from a golfing and so- cial standpoint." ?â- /* HURT PLAYING GOLF. ^ . . ... , , , While_pjaylng golf a, few days ago,4 â€" of horjnother-ln-lAw and BlsJLeMu-iaw, | Master La Rue Davis, 238 Doyle oourtr ~ "~ * was seriously injured when lie was struck between the eyes with an Iron golf stick. A deep gash was cut In bis forehead and the physician elated that had the injury been a> half inch closer the eye would have been put out The injury will leave a deep scar. NOW IS THE TIME TO STORE YOUR FURS Don't wait get into an ex best p at 1520 ISM il the moths > ndmake it|^ ffair. store t BRMAN chanafStorage Rbmodiqng or R»- are^ done er months. Drop and we will call. Geo Ai^l Telephone 1390 } Visitors Welcome. Visitors are welcome at the library any time. A cordial invitation is ex-1 tended by the trustees to all residents of Wilmette to avail themselves of its advantages. They have a beautiful building surrounded with spacious, well-kept grounds, large trees, and growing plants. The interior of the building is well lighted and ventilat- ed and the whole atmosphere is rest- ful and helpful. The books are kept on open shelves and are accessible. Capable and cour- teous attendants are always in charge. A total of 3211 adults visited the reading room last year. This is re- garded as a good record, showing the interest in the Institution. Special accommodations are provid- ed for the children, even to a large list of picture books for the little ones who cannot read. More than NeWS WANT ADS BRING RESULTS Ralph W.Faupel eVillage Electrician In connec Blec has put bia* Grafon Ton are in regular business, of Colum- Records. to come and hear them. 600 W. RAILROAD AVE. Phone 622 Wilmette OfflcaPhonaSM Shop 4 Sm. Phone 168 A. C. WOLFF Tin, sheet metal and furnace work. Furnaces, fitters, spouts a/nLmetal Mofs./J f J :: |b/timatt4 fLrjushed Lawn m\Jers sharpened red, and delivered. and repaired, called for rffr Office, 1124 Central Ave. Sbop, 62* Park Av«. (ma). Wllaaatte lercks, Squibbs, •AND- Parke, Davis & Co. The trio we re# up#> \ fur- nish urn wiOftarafeijicas and phara ic«uica^Ne|df every one k owsVrS are the most reliab t manu8|cturers inths world If you have any^Mrot, ask yc ir physician; hs^Tnows. As! whom you will, our reput$ion for carefulness, ac- curacy and quality has been gained by serving the best in- terest of those who trust us. We do prescription work that is correct. Renneckar Drug Co. The Rexall Store PlNtl 21 US 11 WHMtfclH. P& WILMETTE This office is headquarters for vacant property in this attract- ive suburb, where values are rapidly increasing, owing to the extension of the Northwestern L" to Linden Ave., Wilmette. and "JL" Terminal: north front. faoifi* ;MfMt Prieapar ...................$60.09 north tent, near Srd fort. MPTp*foot.... 80 00 yo., nascJKBt. 82x164 faat •pwfoojprrr.................47-8° St. ns#lMt»IIa, 68x800 faat. 80.00 . 68x180 fort; beautiful he following properties, convenient toth _ St. now Graaalaaf Ave.. 60-foot front; atraat aaaaaamenta all paid. Only.................................886.00 ShortdnB Road. Elmwood Am and 6th 8t An attractive Mention for ono wanting to bnJW. Wfll Prion upon appUeation. MkMaran Ava., ovoriookins * near Country Club, 88x171 is oopeciatly daairabla limited amount of Ml front*** available (â- tail la bold at 876afoot). ~ Jonko St. aaar Broadway. Prfca par foot........... Shoridan ltd., oart front. 100 fort i of Lako Aw.; 88x164 fort. Pari rer Repairing and Supplies Schultz & Nord TeUpbont Wihaett. 320 TAILING flew PrpRss Cleaning and Dyeing / 609 We West Railroad Avenue WILMETTE, ILL. Floyd 0. Ayres Tb= OFFICE 1137, AF AVENUE 0IS Screens, SunMrfches andGarages a specialty. Estimates cheerfully furnished. Phone Wilmette 458 Special Bargains 6 Room Bungalow 7 Etaoml, ho I prater peat " Bm., atncoo, new, 4 f. bet) J. B. Heckler 1137 Green leaf Avenue Wilmette, Illinois &# â- %!'â- %* WM m Wilm0teMx<MMm AUTHORIZED TO DO A BANKING BUSI- NESS UNDER STAT^ SUPERVISION CAPITAL and SURPLUS $60,000.00 Safety Deposit Boxes THE Bank is with one of the; Safety Deposit Vatil __ ity of Chdeago. Tk^Jpoxes afford pfltro^ra Us o 1 u t e protection valuabljHpapers, etc., fww*Hf*nre and btirglals, besides toe conveni- ence of Itjaving this protection right hqatr^t home. The equipment contains three hundred boxes and they are becoming very popular at the reasonable rentals asked. The officers of the Bank invite inspec- tion of this new safety deposit box system. CENTRAL AVE. AND TWELFTH STftfiBt! Wilmette, Illinois. Telephone Wilmette Ninety y tc John T. Rosber? Mcr chjtnl/Tai lor A fall lms/^Hr* tytwt spring noreltiss. Cloning, repairing and pressing. Good clothes maker. For Bakery Goods of fine Quality u can p before the est, call North Shure 1148 CENTRAL AVENUE Phones Wilmette 413-414. Wilmette Ante Delivery J. A. wiscoys 1208 CENTRAL AVBNU WILMBTTB. ILL. Offlo* S3 ette 'timer Second Floor Tne Class Beauti- fying Done IT Pare Milk «* Crâ€",, BatQaalKaa IRY Cheese ; 1819 Elmwood Avenue TELEPHONE M4 WILMETTE, n* i all paid; attract- itra itiwt, 100 faat vida; within S Moeka KC A N. W. Rjr. Central, _ Statatfoa. Priea par tmat.........40.00 Hill St. Mar «th; 80x188 fart. Priea _ _ parfoot-.............................86.00 babaUaSt. naar Broadway. 60x175 ft Oaedtraaa. Prieapar&at..........85.00 Any of the above will be sold on easy terms if desired. Many others to offer. Come out and let us show you around. Office on Linden avenue, opposfte Northwestern Elevated Termi- nal, is open, all day Sunday and afternoons during the week. Ask for pur salesmen, Mr. Freeman and Mr. Storey. IWAIUJfeT. HUSTON T*LKMdob>h3604 â-  1SSS. Clark Street 5 OOD Dress- ers demand art in clothelv the nice touA4\) the distincth e tens, charac- ter, style anAAhe finest workmai ship to be had. GEORGE J. EBER ^mmmmmmmmmmmmtmmmmmammmmmmtmmmm Ladies' Tailor Custom Tailor 1131 GreeeJeaf Avmni WbLNCTTK Residence 1( 1026 f 1 Office 1C&I JAMES/A. ^Qk£ REAL ESTATE, RENTINC, LOAlfcT AND INS. 1128 Central Avenue / We else have some choice bargains in North Shore property 0 WD INSJJJrrffc Jlr'tlmette, CE Illinois ^lorth Lots, Homes and Acres Shore W^ aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. fege OO ta€TJ< wn« you wist ry towfc and vflr* "ortffSnore frofll" Icago^Lake Blu^- | cGui*frtfOrr LarissttsoratOTM Itoisrl. Star* / 74 West WaaAlagtonSt^Cblcss* 5 Branch Offices It H*4, HIGH GRADE Garden Hose, Reels, Sp. fjjnievaic Fit Tfc« Btincl tfcM ievsied trains stop within station) live block of as (J GIVTS IJf| A CALL W. H. SALISBURY «3 COMPANY, Inc. WboleWle and retail RUBBERXIOODS for every use It* J Of •ovtfc WaJb**!. A**8M8« CHICAGO