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28 WINNETKA "TALK February 18, 1928 Art Exhibit Novel Feature of Garden and Flower Show New Attractions for City Flower Show T his Season BY RUTHEDA L. PRETZEL This year the Chicago Garden and Flower show, which is to be at the Hotel Sherman from March 24 to April 1, will feature an art exhibit of flowers and gardens. Mrs. E. A. Brion, Glencoe artist, is the general chairman, and she will be assisted by Mrs. Johnston Bowman of Evanston. Miss Lena McCauley of Evanston, editor of the "Art World" of the Chi- cago Evening Post, Mrs. Gordon Ray of Winnetka, Mrs. James Walker of Hinsdale, and Miss Irma Renee Roen, well known artist, make up the com- mittee. The exhibition will be hung in the Louis XI room, and on the walls of the Crystal ballroom. Works by some of the best Illinois and eastern paint- ers will be shown. Some very beauti- ful English garden scenes by Lillian Stannard are to be hung, as well as flower still life paintings by H. Dud- ley Murphy, who is considered to be one of the finest artists in this type of painting in the country. Other artists who already have promised to exhibit are Carl Buehr of Evanston, Frank C. Peyraud of Ravinia, Mrs. Pauline Pal- mer, Nellie Knopf, Frederic Tellander, Edward T. Grigware, H. A. Vincent, and Miss Roen. Each day of the flower show there will be a special hostess for the art exhibit, either one of the committee, or one of the exhibiting artists. Another unusual feature of this sec- ond annual flower and garden exhibi- tion will be the series of lectures of educational nature pertaining to the garden or the home. The schedule of speakers is not yet complete, but the list: includes one or two north shore residents. The talks will be given at 11, 2:30, and at 4, each day the show 1s In existence. Prizes totaling $10,000 in cash, to- gether with medals and trophies for amateur competition, are offered in the premium list of the Chicago Flower and Garden show announced this week. There are special competitions for the private estates and classes open to all growers. Among the flowers which are invited for exhibition are: amaryllis, schizanthus, azalea, ciner- aria, cyclamen, geraniums, hydrangea, primula, spirea, calla lily, freesia, hya- cinth, lily of the valley, narcissus, tulip, rose, carnation, orchid, begonia, genista, calceolaria, sweet peas, snap- dragon, delphinium, lilac, lupine, mig- nonette, stock, violet, salpiglossis, wall-flower, anemone, and ranunculus, or buttercup. In addition to the keen amateur competition, the largest display of greenhouse flowers ever made in Chi- cago is promised for the show. An exhibit reproducing realistically the landscape beauties of the Cook County Forest preserve will be made at the show by the Forest Preserve commission. A large space has been set aside for the exhibit on the mez- zanine floor of the Hotel Sherman. All local garden clubs are completing their entry plans. Luncheon for Bride-Elect At Skokie Country club this after- noon Miss Emelyn Waltz of 554 Long- wood avenue, Glencoe, is entertaining at luncheon and bridge in honor of her college classmate, Miss Adelaide John- son of Evanston. who is to be married February 20. The guests are all Wellesley college friends of Miss Waltz and Miss Johnson. Debutantes Assist with Mardi Gras Luncheon Margot Atkin Betty Pain, and Miss Elizabeth Lamson. luncheon. Betty Pain Among the Winnetka debutantes of this season who are participating in the Mardi Gras g church Parish House February 20 and 21, one of the largesociety events of the winter, are Miss Margot Atkin, Miss Elizabeth Lamson luncheon at Christ 1 Miss Atkin, with Mrs. Robert Biddle, is in charge of the serving of the Miss Pain and Miss Lamson are in the group of debutante waitresses including Miss Rosamund Coffin and Miss Judith Walsh. Other Winnetkans assisting in the luncheon's serving are Mesdames William Bacon, James Marshall, Emory Wilder, Gilbert Crowder, Harry Edmonds, Charles Goodrich, Dane Fuller, Henry Stanton, and John Roberts. Warren Crawford, Tickets Selling Rapidly for Mardi Gras Luncheon A most interesting event of next week is' the Mardi Gras luncheon which is to take place on Monday and Tuesday, February 20 and 21, at Christ Church Parish House, Winnetka. A delicious luncheon will be served at 1 o'clock, and between courses, Ma- dame Mejinski, with her Mardi Gras Syncopators, will entertain the diners with a varied program. Already all tables for Monday have been taken, but a few tickets still are available for Tuesday. and may be secured from Mrs. Wyndham Channer, Winnetka 2071, who is in charge of all reserva- tions. A number of parties have been arranged for both days, and among the many who have taken tables for themselves and guests are Mrs. Wil- liam Woolfolk, Mrs. Frank Alexander, Mrs. George Work, Mrs. William Barr, Mrs. George Musselman, Mrs. John Cochran, Mrs. Ernst Tietgens, Mrs. Oliver Knode, and Mrs. John Reilly. The proceeds of the two days are to go towards building a community house at Roak's Cove, Tenn., where a small mission church recently has been built. The people of this remote section are sadly in need of opportuni- ties for wholesome pleasures and rec- reations, and a small community house will provide them with a place for their social gatherings and other di- rected activities. Mrs. George Parker, assisted by Mrs. Warren Shoemaker and Mrs. Harry Street, is in charge of the luncheon, and Mrs. Charles McKinney is re- sponsible for the much anticipated cabaret features. Mrs. Robert Biddle and Miss Margot Atkin will direct the serving of the luncheon, assisted by a group of debutantes and young married women in costume. Charles H. Shook of Chicago an- nounces the engagement of his sister, Elizabeth Louise Shook, to John W. Lasier, son of Mrs. David S. Lasier of 731 Lincoln avenue, Winnetka. The wedding will take place in the early spring. "Land of Oz' Continues at the Harris T heatre The Junior League Theatre for Children has extended its engagement at the Harris theatre in Chicago. "The Land of Oz" has been so popular that many children have not been able to see their old friends the "Tin Wood- man" and the "Scarecrow" so extra performances will be given on Satur- day mornings, February 18 and 25, at 10:30 o'clock. Tickets are on sale at the theatre or can be secured by tele- phoning Harriet Borland, Lincoln 2450. In Charge of Benefit Mrs. Heber Smith is in charge of a bridge party to be given Monday afternoon, February 27, by the Young Women's auxiliary of the Winnetka Congregational church for the benefit of the new church building fund. The party is to be given at the home of Mrs, Marcus Richards, 1240 Tower road, and will begin at 2 o'clock. Reservations may be made with Mrs. Richards or Mrs. Heber. Many at- tractive prizes have been donated for the party. Refreshments will be serv- ed. Lead Prom at Vassar Miss Beatrice Ripley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ripley of 29 Indian Hill road, led the junior prom at Vassar on Saturday, February 11, with Winston Elting, son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Elting. Among other Winnetka residents at this important annual affair were Cynthia and Su- zanne Kohlsaat, Edward Kohlsaat, Victor Elting, Crilly Butler, and Loren Massey. At Arden Shore Meeting Winnetka was represented at the Arden Shore association meeting, held yesterday at the Chicago Trust com- pany, by Mrs. Robert C. Biddle, new chairman for the Winnetka branch, and Mrs. Charles Goodrich, her co- chairman. This was the regular monthly business meeting of the chair- men for the various towns. Circle Notes The Skokie circle will meet on Mon- day, February 20, at 2:30 o'clock, with Mrs. R. W. Gerding of 1435 Tower road. Assisting the hostess will be Mrs. Charles E. Pain, Sr., and Mrs. Harold W. Norman. A program of songs will be contributed by Mrs. Edward Christensen, who possesses a charming soprano voice. Members and neighbors are invited. : Mrs. Allen T. Weinstock, 1242 Cher- ry street, assisted by Mrs. Paul Hutchinson, will entertain the Cherry Street circle at her home at 2 o'clock next Tuesday afternoon. Members are asked to bring their own sewing. After a short business meeting a program of reading and music will be given. Mrs. David Lasier, 731 Lincoln ave- nue, has invited the Lincoln circle to be her guest Monday, February 27, at an all-day session. Members and friends will arrive about 10:30 o'clock to. assist with the work for charity. Luncheon will be served at 1 o'clock, and later the work will be resumed. The Ash Street circle will have an all-day sewing meeting next Tuesday commencing at 10 o'clock, at the home of Mrs. William Fisher, 388 Chestnut street, who will be assisted by Mrs. Paul Aldrich. Luncheon will be served by the hostesses. The Foxdale Avenue circle will meet Monday, February 20, at 2 o'clock, with Mrs. W. W. Hanville, 840 Fox- dale avenue. All members and neigh- bors are urged to attend. Gives Dinner for Father Heyliger A. deWindt of 205 Chest- nut street celebrated his seventieth birthday Friday of this week, and in honor of the occasion, his daughter, Mrs. Albert Gardner, entertained eight guests at dinner and bridge last eve- ning at her home, 745 Ash street.