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Wilmette Life (Wilmette, Illinois), 20 Dec 1929, p. 19

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December 20, 1929 WI L M E T T E Cobb-Speaking o'f Operations. Lardner- Love Nest. Leadcock-Nonsense Novels. Wilson-Ruggles of Red Gap. Benchley-Of all Things. Traprock-My Northern Exposure. Cohen-Polished Ebony. \¥odehouse-Indiscretions of Archie. Dickens-Pickwick. Mrs. N. C. Thayer of Evanston, formerly of 610 Central avenue, was hostess at a large luncheon at the \.eorgian hotd on Monday of this \· \'t'ek for a number · of her Wilmette friends. L'I F E TO INSTALL OFFICERS I I I I I I I I 19 Many New Books at Wilm·ette Library; Biography, History :Miss Anne L. Whitmack, librari~n at the Wilmette Public libt:ary, has writ ten brief summaries of several new biographical books at the library. She also lists herewith a few volumes on American history as well a s a number o f books of a humorous nature. Biography Ryner- lngenious Hidalgo. Thi s fictionized biography presents a clear portrait of Cervantes, almost too sharp at times, but on the whole a good like ness. Ellis- Life of an Ordinary \\'oman Hassai-Mazarin. Concerned princi pally with his politics and public life. Sencourt-Life of George Meredith . Ramsay- Sir Robert Peel. This biography of the man Disraeli regarded as the greatest member of Parliament who ever lived is of more political than personal interest. It gives a clear pic ture of Peel the politicia!l, and its lively and dramatic style is in keep ing with the turbulent career of the statesman. Reese-Victorian \'illagc. Village life in Maryland sixty years ago, with it s adventures, friendships and book s. Leonard-Loki . Life of Steinmetz. Little- George \Ya shington . :\ well written and well balanced life o f George \\'ashington . It is an impa~tial portrayal based on source material. and the emphasis is placed on V..' ashington's ahilit~· and achieYement s, rather than on p -: u!iaritics of character. History ~chevill -Hi s tory of Europe. Egerton- Causes and Charactt:r oi the .\ nH·rican Revolution. Humorous Books Cnhl;- -Life of the .Party. Bethel Number 44, Order of Job's Daughters, will hold a public installation of officers Monday evening, December 23, at 8 o'clock, at the Wilmette Masonic temple, 1010 Central avenue. . Miss Dorothy Klunder, 909 Ches.t nut avenue, Wilmette will be home on Saturda~· from Millikin university to spend the holidays with her parents, Mr.' and Mrs. A. E. Klunder. Miss Klund.er is staying at the University today to attend a fraternity dance before returning to her home. ·-------------------------' Your home has Its own atmosphere. With the ald of oar haterlor decorators 7011 ean expre11 th!J lndlvldaaUty In the deeorattons. M. Portenhauser Painter and Decorator 1030 Greenleaf Phone 2764 ··-···--···-··-··-------- Lounging Robes, Dressing Gowns and House Coats ~~a/ UrCan' s (}ift from ~ 1(eal UrCan' s cStore For the 0 N E man on your list whom you are particularly anxious to please, these three features have been chosen. Any one of them will make his evenin~ more enjoyable and his home more homey. It is the Gift that is absolutely sure to please him. For last Minute GIFTS TRY THIS SHOP \ ' ou will find an unusual co I I e c t ion of attractive Dresses - Coats - HatsLegging Sets - LingerieSilk Hosiery and :flannel 'R.Jbe in solid tones of green, tan, blue or maroon, beautifully tailored, attractively priced at MME. GRE-POIR FRENCH EVANSTON SHOP Open Every Evening Until Christmas UOLLS · The prices are much less than you would expect them to be. $18 'Wool :Jfouse Coat with smartly contrasting checked ahawl collar and trim. A striking value at ~ill J:J·ned 13rocaded ~6e LA with luxurious satin collar and sash, in three patterns and eight color combinations. Very special at JEUNESSE, Inc. 1168 Wilmette Ave. Wilmette Phone Wilmette 312 $2375 THEtt:)HUa HENRY C. LYTTON It :SONS ' OPEN EVENINGS ~ STATE o·tl JACKSON, CHICAGO ORRINGTON a4 CHURCH, BVANSTON

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