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November 20, 1926 WINNETKA TALK PATTON LECTURES END; PLAN PROVES POPULAR Questions How Much Better Christian Nations Are Than Those Non-Christian The series of lectures by Dr. Carl S. Patton of the Chicago Theological Seminary at the University of Chicago came to a close last Wednesday eve- ning. "Altogether," reads a comment, "aside from the very interesting and educa- tional material which Dr. Patton de- livered in an inimitably refreshing and delightful style, the meetings gave evidence of the unbounded opportuni- ties for collaboration between Christ church and Winnetka Congregational church. "Without question, many further op- portunities will develop for both churches to join in promoting worth- while spiritual and educational events which 'will be an inspiration to the community. "In his lecture last Wednesday eve- ning, Dr. Patton concluded his discus- sion of the 'Old Gospel in the New Times' by offering a very definite point of view on 'Christianity and the Nations." Dr. Patton prefaced his talk by saying: Missionary Religion "Christianity has always been a mis- sionary religion. That is, it has al- ways assumed that it was fitted for people of all races and conditions, and it has felt its responsibility for preach- ing its gospel in all countries. "For a long time, there lay behind this missionary activity of the Christian church three assumptions: first, that Christianity was the 'true' religion, and that the other religions were false; second, that only those who had a chance to believe in Christ in this life had any good ground for hope in the life to come; third, that the Chris- tian nations were superior not only in culture but in national idealism to the non-Christian nations." Dr. Patton then showed how the first two of the assumptions had been gradually displaced, and how the mis- sionary work of the church had ac- commodated itself to a new basis, and had even profited by the chance. Christian Nations Better? But he also said that it is now a ques- tion whether and to what extent we shall have to abandon the third as- sumption also. It begins to appear doubtful just how much better the Christian nations are than the non- Christian. It is at least open to dis- pute, whether their internal social ad- justments are any fairer, whether their treatment of racial and other minori- ties is any more large-hearted, or their relation to other nations in the strug- gle for life is any more idealistic. According to Dr. Patton, the Chris- tian church in the non-Christian world is thus placed in a precarious situa- tion such as it has never experienced before. Christianity is one thing; Christendom is another; the Christian church is still another. But they are all involved together in some serious questions which the non-Christian na- tions are asking. SELLS EVANSTON HOME Mrs. Lillian M. Kenning, formerly of Foxdale avenue, has sold her 14-room home at 1040 Lake Shore Drive, Ev- anston, to Walter M. Matthews. The lot is 75x180 feet. The deal was made through Baird and Warner, real estate dealers. The tempests weathered on Oh God, in all we do and Chanksgiving By EDGAR A. GUEST For strength which has sustained us through the day, Dear Lord, our thanks we give! For every smile that lights life's friendly way, And makes it good to live, Once more, with grateful hearts and reverent prayer, Our gratitude we offer for Thy care. For fruit of field and vine and orchard tree, The sunshine and the rain, Accept our thanks again. Almighty God, from whom all blessings come, Hear now our prayers, though long our lips were dumb. For freedom and our country, clean of hate, Our children at their play; Our homes, where peace and love and joy await, Accept our thanks to-day. Make us, we pray, more worthy of Thy care. (Copyrighted. Reprinted by special permission of Mr. Guest's publishers.) the land and sea, yet may dare, Mrs. Ellen P. Cross Dies of Gas Poisoning Mrs. Ellen Fetick Cross, wife of Miller Cross, western advertising man- ager for the Crowell Publishing com- pany, of Springfield, Ohio, was found dead as a result of suffocation by car- bon-monoxide gas, generated by the motor of their car, in the garage of their home at 917 Foxdale avenue, at about 11 o'clock Tuesday morning. The discovery was made by John Smitherman, who hastily summoned physicians and police, who, with the aid of a pulmotor, made every at- tempt at resusitation, but all efforts were proven futile. A verdict of accidental death by poisoning from carbon-monoxide gas was returned by a coroner's jury at the inquest held at the Lewis Under- taking parlors in Wilmette early Wednesday morning. Attending phy- sicians stated that death had occurred more than an hour before the body was discovered. Mrs. Cross, who was 31 years of age, had been ill for several weeks and had been under the personal care of 2 trained nurse, who was dismissed last Monday because of the improved condition of the patient. She is sur- vived by her husband, and a daugh- ter, Janet, who is nine years of age and has been attending school in the Win- netka public schools. With Loud Speaker! Here's a chance for somebody who wants entertainment this winter. There are many such opportun- ities in the Classified Ads: FOR SALE -- 4 TUBE RADIO, with built-in loud speaker. No accessories. ill sacrifice for quick sale, $17.50. Wil. 746-M. Foreigners Prove Apt Students at Study of English Fach Monday and Tuesday evening groups of young men and women come to Community House for the classes in English which are held there. These young people are foreign born; some having come to America quite recent- ly, and others having been here a longer time. Some can speak and read English fairly well, but wish to know how to write our language correctly, and to become acquainted with the history and customs of this country. Some are getting ready to take out their citizenship papers. All are earnest, eager and happy that this oppor- tunity for the knowledge they crave is so conveniently at hand in our own village. The work is promoted by the Board of Education of the Winnetka Public schools. It is in charge of trained teachers. Miss Livia Youngquist, has the beginning class; Miss Milicent An- derson the intermediate, and Miss Mabel Ducker the advanced work. Mrs. George Haskins and Mrs. Charles Lobdell are generously giving of their services in helping with registrations. The fees are small, covering merely the actual expenses. The term lasts until April 1st. The classes are held every Monday and Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. The school can take care of a few more pupils. It is advisable that any who are thinking of entering, do so as soon as possible. Winnetka residents are asked to help in this. All who know foreign men and women in need of this work are requested to pass on this informa- tion to them. All Winnetka can help in this bit of Americanization. Tell others. Thanksgiving Is Theme at Services on Sunday "Thanksgiving Optimism" will be the theme of the sermon by the Rev. James Austin Richards at the Win- netka Congregational church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. The sermon topic for the service in the evening at 8 o'clock by the Rev. Thomas A. Good- win, will be, "How shall we thank God?" RIGHT FOOT-LEFT FOOT ON WITH THE DANCING Thus We Have Underway Re- hearsals for the Square Club's Musical Show "What's wrong with this picture?" queried the diminutive dancing teacher as she surveyed the line of sixteen dancing maidens. "In the first place," she volunteered, answering her own question, "Some of you are poised on the right foot, some on the left and the rest have both feet flat on the floor. Once more now, music please, that's better, one, two, three, four." And for an hour sixteen sprightly young women faithfully follow profes- sional instructions until they master the intricacies of this, that and the other dance. Performance Dec. 8-9 The well directed efforts of this lo- cal group will be on exhibition in Win- netka, December 8 and 9, as a part of what promises to be one of the out- standing amateur entertainments of the season. Joining them will be a male singing and dancing chorus con- sisting of an equal number of young men, together with a cast of ten well known amateur players. This large group has been working for weeks under the direction of George Bainbridge, well known pro- fessional director of Chicago. A clever and amusing musical comedy, written by him, will be presented under the auspices of the Square club. This or- ganization is composed entirely of members of the Masonic order and the players who will participate are all Masons or members of the families of Masons. Predict Great Success Those who have been privileged to attend rehearsals indicate that many of the members in this effort will be unusually clever and report that many of Winnetka's best singers will have solo numbers. Messrs. Snyder, Orwig, Lazoar, Ott and Rettie are featured in this connection, while unusual comedy material of the "Sam and Henry" vari- ety will be in the capable hands of Ar- mour G. Park and Charles J. Eastman. A complete list of the cast will be given in next week's issue of the TALK. Girls' Friendship Circle Plans Bunco-Dance Party Bunco, attractive prizes, dancing and refreshments, are among the features of the party being given by the Girls' Friendship circle, Tuesday, November 23, at 8:30 o'clock, until 12:30, at the Community house. Miss Peggy Nord, who is social chairman and is in charge of the re- freshments, and Miss Gertrude Schrank, president of the club, are working hard to complete the final plans for the evening's entertainment. Miss Anna Mack is in charge of the prizes, and tickets are in the hands of Miss Olive Kernaghan. Any further information regarding tickets, and anyone interested in buy- ing them are asked to call Olive Ker- naghan at Winnetka 1364. Mrs. Mor- ten D. Cahn, of 1034 Pine street, is also assisting in the arrangements for the party, and will act as chaperone that night. PRESENT SCHOOL PLAY "Kings in Normania," a play by Percival Wilde, will be presented at the Skokie school, by the dramatic department on Friday and Saturday, December 3 and 4. The cast of the play will be composed entirely of chil- dren of the school and will be coached by Mrs. M. T. Harshaw. CR