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WINNETKA WEEKLY TALK, SATURDAY, MAY 16, 1925 11 ANOTHER LOCAL CLUB OUTLINES WORK OF TW Year's Activity of Library Club Splendid Record T a meeting of the board of di- rectors of the Woman's Library Club of Glencoe on Tuesday morn- ing, May 12, at the home of Mrs. Wil- liam A. Fox, 585 Longwood avenue, the following statement was drawn up and passed by the board: "The board of directors of the Wom- an's Library club wishes to announce that, notwithstanding rumors and re- ports to the contrary, a general drive for subscriptions is not contemplated at this time. "The prospectus of the building, which the Woman's Library club hopes to be able to put up if the necessary funds can be secured, was on the press at the time of the recent annual meeting, and has been sent out this past week to the members of the club for their general information, with 'the request that it be carefully preserved for future use." Review Accomplishments The annual meeting of the Woman's Library club held May 7 in the Glencoe Union church provided an opportunity to review the accomplishments of the past 12 months. The president, Mrs. William A. Fox, expressed her sincere appreciation of the cooperation and sup- port which has been accorded her and said the spirit of willingness and help- fulness which has been generally mani- fested has been a source of great satis- faction. She spoke of the singularly harmonious atmosphere which has char- acterized every meeting of the board of directors, in consequence of which the business of the club has been transacted with a minimum of time and effort. Mrs. Homer F. Horton, second vice president and chairman of the member- ship committee, reported 138 new mem- bers taken in during the year. The social committee, under the leader- ship of Mrs. Francis S. Graham, has contributed much {o the pleasure of those who attended the meetings by the tempting delicacies provided at each meeting. Mrs. Graham's report was quite unusual since it showed a balance of $115.16 left from the $200.00 budget allowed the committee. The program committee, with Mrs. Charles A. Steele, the chairman, as guid- ing spirit, has provided programs of excellent merit, which, with but one exception, were carried out as published in the calendar, the substitute in that instance being most acceptable. Music Rates Excellent The musical programs arranged by Mrs. George E. Orr, chairman of music, have maintained the high standard of excellence that have always been ex- pected in this club, and the lecture-re- cital by Mrs. Edna Richolson Sollitt was not only entertaining but most in- structive. A program committee finds it an extremely difficult thing to strike a happy balance between the entertain- ment which many members desire, and the worthwhile, stimulating, strong pro- grams which most of us need; and look- ing at the year's offerings from that view- point, the club is to be congratulated on the subjects, speakers, and artists during the year. Institute Innovations The civics committee, with Mrs. Pat- ton as chairman, has instituted several innovations which add materially to the influence and usefulness of the club. The French department, Ia Petite de Causerie, was organized in July, and much credit is due Mrs. Auguste Babize for its steady growth and development. In September a card party was given under the direction of the civics com- mittee for the purpose of providing funds with which to finance a Night school which has been proposed by Mrs. Patton and sanctioned by the board of directors of the club. The proceeds of this card party, together with the nominal tuition fee paid by the students (25¢ per person each evening) made possible the operation of a Night school two nights a week for a period of six months. The committee was fortunate in securing the services of Mrs. C. E. Kohl, who, with the able and volun'ary assistance of Miss Nina Howard and Miss Gwendolyn Washington, has conducted the school most satisfactorily. The club is greatly indebted to these women for their ef- ficient and faithful service, as well as to Mrs. Pinkerton who is substituting for Miss Howard since the latter's departure from Glencoe. There have been 41 students enrolled in the Night school, with an average attendance of 16. Nationalities are represented as follows: Norwegians. 3; Swedes, 6; Italians, 14; Germans, 18. Among these are 15 declarants and three others who hope soon to take out their first papers. Enjoy Civics Lessons Mrs. Albert R. Gates, a member of the civics committee generously offered the use of her home for the course of 10 lessons in Parliamentary Law under the direction of Mrs. Maurice H. Lieber. Fifteen members of the club took ad- vantage of this course, and found the classes most profitable. As a result of a suggesiion made by the chairman of the civics committee, the board of directors announces an affiliation with the Glencoe Center of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago, and the Glencoe Relief and Aid society, this action having heen taken in order ELVE MONTHS that the accomplishment of these two societies may receive well earned recog- nition when the Woman's Library club is requested to report to outside organ- izations regarding community and social service activities in Glencoe. This ac- tion will in no way alter the form of organization of these two societies. The civics committee is to be con- gratulated upon having such splendid achievements to its credit. The house committee, consisting of one member, Mrs. Battey, has replenished equipment when necessary, and made our meeting place. comfortable and always in readiness at the appointed hour for each meeting. Bulletin Proves Value The Club Bulletin, edited by Mrs. Chesley R. Perry, chairman of publicity, has had eight issues during the year, and has been mailed to the officers of the Tenth district and the presidents of various neighboring north shore clubs as well as to every member of the Woman's Library club. This has pro- vided a convenient means of reporting important business transacted by the board from time to time, and of dis- seminating news of general interest to the members. It has been in the nature of an experiment during the past two years, but has proven to be of such value to the club that it was made a permanent organ at the annual meeting. The GLENCOE NEws has been most generous with space for reports of club activities. The nature committee, Mrs. George H. Engelhart, chairman, has done its utmost to help the flower gardens, the birds and trees in order to keep Glencoe beau- tiful; to encourage flower lovers to be- come their own gardeners; to love, care for, and protect the birds; to help pre- serve the wild flowers and do anything it could in the interest of convervation. Garden tours were made each week in June, visiting from three to five each trip with an aitendance reaching 35. These tours ended with the Second An- nual Flower Show of Glencoe on June 26, and it has been said that the charm and beauty of the scene has not been excelled on the north shore. About 45 exhibitors participated in the show and a number of prizes were awarded. An Annual Exhibit and Bulb Sale was also held. The nature committee provided the April 9 program and has assisted in caring for the grounds at Glen Gables and for the Bird Sanctuary in the tri- angle bounded by Valley road, South avenue and Park avenue. A trip was made to the Garfield Park Floral Exhibit on April 24, and the season's activities closed with a Perennial sale May 2, from the proceeds of which $35 was donated to the Club Lantern fund. Twenty-five members of the club have expressed a desire to become affiliated with the committee. Appropriate and aitractive floral dec- orations have been provided for each club meeting by the flower committee, of which Mrs. Albert C. Goodnow is chair- man. After each meeting the flowers having been distributed to those who were ill, 27 different members having been thus remembered. Flowers have also been sent to carry a message of sympathy to the families of club mem- bers who have passed away during the year. Fund Goes to Charities Our Philanthropic fund, amounting to $321.50 for the year, was distributed to 11 charities, in addition to a contri- bution of $50 to the Red Cross for the Illinois Tornado Sufferers. The building committee, Mrs. Sherman M. Booth, chairman, began the year's activities with a membership drive which was carried on through the summer. The Ballet Classique given by Mrs. Adams' School of Dancing netted the fund $50. The musicale given so grac- iously by Mme. Leon Rothier at the home of Mrs. Andrew Macleish netted the building fund $596. Glen Cote Gift and Thrift Shop was launched immediately after the close of the membership drive. Cooperation Prevails The whole enterprise has been carried on successfully because of the faithful devotion of those who consented to as- sume responsibility for the various de- partments. Mrs. Hubbard, the chairman of the board of managers, gave unstint- ingly of time and effort to the general operation of the shop. To the purchas- ing committee, under the efficient direc- tion of Mrs. John M. Compton, the chairman, is due the choice collection of articles which has been offered for sale, and the artistic display of the goods, both in the windows and on the shelves, has been arranged by Mrs. Harper. To Mrs. Harper and Mrs. Hobbs we owe the attractiveness of our gift salesroom, for it was their ingenuity which turned the old paint shop into an inviting gift shop, and the economy with which this transformation was accomplished is worthy of the greatest admiration. Miss Helen Martin, as treasurer, has devoted much time and effort to thte financial end of the business, an important service requiring almost daily attention. Mrs. Ravenscroft has brought the thrift de- partment to a high point of efficiency. This department, aside from yielding such satisfactory returns to the shop, has proved a real boon to its patrons. In addition to the large number of wom- en who have contributed rummage to the thrift department, 135 members of the club have given time and personal service to the enterprise, thus showing | Gates. their interest in the success of the venture. Party Aids Building Fund The Admiral Hotel card party doonat- ed by Mrs. G. Albin Nilson was a great success both socially and financially, ad- ding $421.25 to the building fund. The Mrs. Anthony French Merrill lecture course was another successful venture bringing in $104.00 to the fund. The winter was spent in preparing the Prospectus which was on the press at the time of the annual meeting. The activities of the committee for the year brought into the club treasury $3,186.04. This does not include the profits from Glen Cote Gift and Thrift Shop. Mrs. George J. Pope, representative of the Board of Health, made the most ideal report, stating that Glencoe had been so healthy that there was no report to make. Mrs. Fred A. Sager, the representative on the Public Library board, Mrs. Car- penter for the Glencoe Relief and Aid, Mrs. H. B. Boardman, delegate to the Municipal Art League, and Mrs. Fred L. Williams, delegate to the Drama League, gave most interesting reports on the work of those organizations in which the club is so vitally interested. The following are the officers for the coming year: President, Mrs. William A. Fox; first vice president, Mrs. Henry M. Paynter; second vice president, Mrs. Homer F. Horton; recording secretary, Mrs. Benjamin F. Pinkerton; corre- sponding secretary, Miss Ethel Serene de Lang; treasurer, Mrs. Albert R. Directors, Mrs. Paul I. Battey, Mrs. Francis S. Graham, Mrs. George E. Orr, Mrs. Fred P. Patton, Mrs. Chesley R. Perry, and Mrs. Charles A. Steele. Women Golfers Eagerly Await Season's Opening REEN fairways, trees in their new spring raiment, and the sun's warmth, prove an irresistible lure to golf devotees, and each local course has its quota of women players anxi- ous to try out their game before the regular season opens and, the regular day is set apart by each club for wom- en's golf events, luncheons, and bridge. "l.adies' Day" at Indian Hill. club was introduced this year on Wednes- day, May 13, when the morning's game was followed by a buffet lunch- eon and the election of the chairman for the golf events, which were in charge of Mrs. Alfred Noyes last year. Women golfers will make their first scheduled appearance on Decoration Day when they will play in a mixed two ball foursome. Although infor- mal tournaments are being played, the first regular day for women's golf will be June 2, when the members will play for the Nicholas Ellis trophy. There will be match play on 18 holes, with 32 players to qualify. Skokie Golf club will open its sea- son. for women the first Monday in June, with Mrs. Paul Chace in charge of the golf events. MAE LOVES HER NEW ROLE In "Tides of Passion," in which the always popular Mae Marsh is the star, Miss Marsh is enthusiastic about the story told in the film and says it gives her the greatest opportunity for real dramatic acting of any in which she ever appeared. Fans will accept Miss Marsh's judgment readily, particularly as it is in line with that of every per- son who has seen this new J. Stuart Blackton production. Folks who have had previews are calling this one of the prize pictures of the year. Care of the Eyes During Summer When motoring, boating and golfing the eyes are subject to a different strain than when in- side. They receive much more reflected light (glare), the natural secretions evaporate more rapid- ly, and there is danger from foreign bodies in the air. To correct these conditions we prescribe a certain type of glasses for outdoor use. They will give vou good and comfortable vision. We will design glasses for your individual needs. 15 years of successful practice Dr. 0. H. Bersch Optometrist 1177 Wilmette Avenue Wilmette For Appointment Phone Wil. 2764 North Shore Kentucky Society Holds Meeting HE regular monthly meeting of the Kentucky Society of the North Shore and Evanston, was held at the home of Mrs. Lawrence Palmer-Ball in Glencoe the last Tues- day in April. Mrs. E. J. Buffington, the newly elected president, presided. Mrs. William A. Pusey was elected historian, and Mrs. Preston Williams, registrar. According to recent report, the so- ciety, which has for its purpose educa- tional work in the mountains of Ken- tucky, has had a rapid growth in mem- bership since its inception four years ago, and it has contributed most gen- erously to the schools in which it is interested. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. David Buf- finton, 1232 Asbury avenue, Evanston. North Shore Vassar Club Meets Tuesday HE North Shore Vassar club will be entertained Tuesday, May 19, at 3 o'clock, by Mrs. Donald H. Jeffris at her home, 811 Bryant ave- nue, Winnetka. "THE KID" AGAIN In "The Rag Man," Jackie Coogan's new Metro-Goldwyn picture which comes to Evanston soon, the child star re- turns to the type of role that first made him famous in "The Kid,' that of a ragamuffin. CHRYSLER Beauty Power Roadability Economy Evanston Motor Sales W. D. Reagan, Mgr. 1017 Davis Street Phone University 2277 Cleafiurmenllprmmenflprmenliproaeafiprenenimensnflprracn mene] of ob oe of obs ob of ob ob of ob oe oe oe ob of ode ode Be ode ob oo ood oe ode oe oe ode ob Bole ob ol ole ck ode de ck dod oR ok BoB cb RoR RRR For a Short Time ards of 67 years. 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