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Semi-Weekly Journal from McComb, Mississippi • Page 3

Semi-Weekly Journal from McComb, Mississippi • Page 3

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RLfirm. News and Ads McCOMB SEMI-WEEKLY JOURNAL. McCOMB, MISSISSIPPI 5' Saturday, December 19, 1931 .1 I M. H. S.

Freshman Delphian Chapter Met Wednesday 0. E. S. Chapter Installs Officers More Xmas Tree Gifts Received Accidentally Shot Alpha Mu Chapter of the National Robert IS. In 5 Lower Ab-'rSt of AUcged Altercat.cn ri.

i nken 'on As Result of Wound ln Vicinity of Heart CHRISTMAS GIFTS OF INDIVIDUALITY A large number of members and visitors gathered at the Masonic Hall Tuesday evening to witness the impressive ceremony of installing the newly elected and appointive officers of Queen Esther Chapter Number 4 Order Eastern Star. Mrs. Alice Barnes, worthy matron Robert I mnmms saitl tat "obcrt Reabold hart Tme near 4:30 After compiling the list of donations to the Community Christmas Tree Fund, as recorded on Page 1 of this paper, the following donation vas received: Previously acknowledged $237.79 Mrs. Ike Martin 1.00 Store Looted By Unknown Bandits miraculous KJTtMt one man is tne as given a and Has rivan Mrs. P.

M. Pugler, Wednesday December 16, with a good attendance. call was answered with Current 'Topics and after the business session Mrs. W. D.

Hooper led the study on the subject: "Romantic Schools of English Painting." Text reports were given as Painting Before the Nine- teent Century," Mrs. F. B. Enochs "The Real Father of the Barblzon School," Mrs. W.

F. Jackson. three others, are chance to recover. i presided over the meetins and mn. ii tvm man in the Robert Reabold.

15-year-old son ol I ducted for the last time during her U.r nider. 28; and administration the impressive onsn- JBO: wnvrf An- ng service. al haspual as the result of a wound near the heart which wh a .22 calibre rifle PaSS, W. Cal-trother of -flu wounded to the police, Andrews -h ne was doinS target piactice was accidentally discharged Charming little gift that are not all expensive, yet which fill in admirably, may be purchased here. Remember, gifts are a year-'round specialty with us, and now especially are we prepared to solve your gift problems.

DON'T FORGET OUR CHRISTMAS CARDS HUNT NOVELTY SHOP NORTH FRONT ST. PHONE 1008 "Turner, 'Nature's Great Mrs. P. M. Fugler.

while tne luul wcic cAmpwhRrp i an Good reports of all committees were made and all business for the year 1931. The retiring worthy matron, Mrs. Barnes, opened the installation service by some impressive remarks on the year's work. Mrs. Maud Mclnturff, formerly Dis-'rict Deputy Grand Matron of Mis-'i'sippi, now of New Orleans, was installing officer, the present Dis- Che hd left the others i riflP with which The F.

E. Rodgers store, located on Delaware Avenue, was broken into nd robbed of merchandise some ime Wednesday night. The robbers took bacon, tobacco, cheese, a pair- of pliers, a flashlight and a pistol from the store, according to the proprietor. Head it tn THE JOURNi' and "art it FlKST! Rmanti0ists" Ml's- R'L occurred about Welch. p.

Thursday, December 17 The "Scotch Painters," Mrs. Norman acl bo(' in the back yard of Word. he laniily residence at the corner "Romantic Realists," Mrs Avenue and Peach Street Galloway. 'ifia with his rifle and his PTj- ne. Company Victim to the McComb City rict Deputy Grand Matron, Mrs.

al where was declared not to be naci ueen with him just a tew moments before the accident occurred. SllOrt.lv nflor 1 "Blake, Bonney. injured, as uu A round table discussion followed "it staggered into the house aiid toM the text reports during which copies I his mother "I shot myself He was )f the pictures by artists studied rushed to a local hnsnitni 17m are being held in ja 1 nntcome of Calendar's were shown. physicians give him little chance to recover. iaura bcnwmg or Magnolia was the Grand Marshal, Mrs.

Luray Young-blood, Grand Chaplain and Mrs. Eva Nell Quin, organist. Just prior to the installation Mrs. 'I. C.

Fant sang "God is Watching Over You." The officers for 1932 were Worthy Matron, Mrs. Gladys Berry, Worthy Patron, John G. Suttle, Associate Matron, Mrs. Maud Sauls, Associate Patron, DeWitt J. Wall, Secretary, Mrs.

Gussie Evans, Treasurer, W. R. Watkins, Conductress Mrs. Norine Bjckham and Associate Conductress, Mrs. Ruby Lane.

The officers nnnninfpH hi, tl-io ixr. Before the lad recovered from the hhock of the accident, relatives un- JITNEY JUNGLE STORES I DA PR I Friday, Dee. 13, Through Dec. 24th Saturday Thru Thursday mat. ne snot himself on purpose.

Later, however he was able to give a better account of the accident, according to his lather. Robert said he was shot when the gun was accidentally discharged when it struck the railing of the back (. uj ml. IV. thy Matron and installed were Mar Grocery Prices? porch, his father said.

shal. Mrs. Maud Brown, Chaplain, Mrs. Bessie Alford, Ada, Miss Ilva Gardner, Ruth, Mrs. Grace Holmes, VTartha, Miss Beulah Youngblood, Electa, Mrs.

Donis Wall, Esther, Mrs. Mr. Reabold was in Qiientiii, where he is employed by a lumber company, it the time of the accident, and was notified by telephone. Robert is a freshman in the McComb high school and one of his brothers, Edward Reabold, was an outstanding member of the footbali squad. Two other brothers, Morris and Leroy, are Grammar school Irene Weppler, Organist, Miss Sue Christmas Grocery Tidings Tour JIITOY-JUNGLE STORES are abundantly stocked with the most varied assortment of CHRISTMAS FOODS ta history.

Foods that smile with joy, at prices fairly tickle the purse, and your JITNEY-JUNGLE STORES are decorated in festival colors, giving the happy atmosphere. Truly a Christmas store this year. Tones, Warder, Mrs. Ophelia Williams, Sentinel A. Bickham.

When all had taken their respective places the Worthy Matron pre sented Mrs. Mclnturff a token of love. Mr. H. impressively BUTTER Swift's Brookfield Q1 orJaffodil per lb.

wily CHEESE-Wisconsin No. 1 IQ per pound MAYONNAISE Seminole 171 1 or Sauers pint jar 1 1 2 NATIONAL BISCUIT ftFT VANILLA WAFERS 1-lb. box Lv'J NATIONAL BISCUIT AJA CRACKERS' 2-lb. box 0 Tave his daughter, Mrs. Berry, Wor-1 fhy Matron, -a lovely bouquet of redi carnations in a silver basket.

Then! DeWitt J. Wall in behalf of the ap-l o- DIED LIBBY, the quality line. Libby's Peaches THErGE No. 2 1-2 can .19 pointive officers of 1931 feeling presented his sister, Mrs. Barnes, retir- ng Worthy Matron, a gift of appre ciation.

Mrs. Maud Brown gave ai lribute to her ffiend, the new Worthy Matron, to which she responded. CENTER SLICES SLICED OR CRUSHED JLIbby 's Pineapple .17 The new Worthy Patron, John G. Suttle, recognizing the value of the I OUSIC G. EPSTEIN Louise G.

Epstein, age 70 years, died in New Orleans, Thursday. December 17, 1931, at 6:00 a. m. She was a sister of Mrs. Max Colin, Glos-ter, Mrs.

Jacob Weinberger and Charles Epstein of New Orleans. La. Funeral services were conducted in Summit, December 18. following the arrival of the body on train No. 4.

Interment was in the Jewish cemetery, Summit. 32 OUNCE CAN Libby's Apple Butter .17 A II I 1 5 KALIF 8 TODD CASH GROCERY DEPARTMENT 20 OUNCE 2 CANS year's work, presented Horace ruth a token. Mrs. Gussie Evans came forward ind appropriately gave Mrs. Barnes Past Matron's pin from the Chapter md her husband and to which she MS by.

the year's splendid work en- titled to. As a gift of love and appreciation I Libby's Apple Sauce .25 South Boulevard PHONE 236 WE DELIVER WHOLESOME CHRISTMAS CAKES For your holiday baking use GILSTER'S FLOUR. This high quality soft wheat flour will make your baked goods more wholesome and delightful. Mississippi Methodism lost one o' its outstanding leaders shortly be fore midnight Thursday, December '7, when Dr. B.

F. Lewis, superin- 6s tendent of the Methodist Orphanage in Jackson for the past 14 years 24s 79c GILSTER'S BEST FLOUR 12s 45c 25c PLAIN OR SELF RISING died. He was suffering from heart Mrs. Barnes presented Mrs. Schwing, District Deputy Grand Matron, a small token.

In beginning the year's work Mrs. 3erry made a splendid address, as- i mning her responsibility and a sue- ccssful year is predicted. i Mrs. Schwing announced the School of Instruction would open atJ 1:30 Thursday morning in this city it the. Masonic Hall.

The new officers closed the meet- ing in ritualistic form. A tempting luncheon was served by a committee in charge. trouble and complications developed causing his death. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 3 GILSTER'S FEATHERLITE frw 'enjOY I 21s 69c 12s 35c o'clock at the Capitol Street Meth- FLOUR PLAIN OR SELF RISING odist Church with the pastor, Dr. Joseph A.

Smith, conducting the rites, assisted by other Methodist ministers. Li Lewis was a brother-in-law of mi i si? ru i av mi Queen Quality Flour seeing 24-lb. sack 59c Milky way Snickers Hershey Almond Bars 3 for 10c By the Box 24 bars 75c the Misses Pcrla. Lois and Frances ilMU i Otken of McComb, and their three brothers. All assembled in the banquet room I where Mr.

Horace Carruth was mas-j ter of ceremonies, calling pn Emma Whittington of Independence for prayer' of thanks, and introduced the following numbers: Piano solo. Miss Audrie Barnes, Toast to the new officers, Mrs. Eva Nell Quin, Response, Mrs. Maud Sauls, vocal solo, "Wooing Song," Evelyn vtcKniffM accomrjanied on the piano 2 1-2 pound box 69c FOIL WRAPPED BUY THEM BY THE BOX Hershey Kisses i 6 1-4 oz. pkg.

10c 12 1-2 oz. pkg. 20c A Large Assortment of high grade candy Candy WILLIA3I T. VERXOX William T. Vernon, age 54 years, died at a local hospital at 6:22 p.

Thursday. December 17, when pneumonia developed as a complication to seiere injuries received in accident at Hammond. last Tuesday. Mr. Vernon was one of the most popular and widely known Eat Christmas dinner in a modern way, with no worries about service or preparation.

Enjoy the dignified and homelike atmosphere here, the quiet, effi- 2 pound can 55c KING LEO a high grade pure sugar stick Stick Candy CANDIES NUTS FRUITS by Mrs. J. D. Ellsworth, quartette jWj Messrs. Blackwelder, Terrell, Rhodes and Bickham, "Mammy's Lullaby" md "Skeeter Quartette." Dr.

J. W. jft Mayfield gave a very inspiring ad- Jfj dress followed by the last number on the program, a vocal solo cient service, the delicious dishes pre i Illino-'s Central railroad conductors on this division. He had been with the railroad here for 26 years, i Funeral services were held from i he residence at 3:30 p. m.

Friday, Knrrv Na entitled Koses oi n- We will have for your selection one of the largest and nicest stocks of ORANGES, APPLES, BANANAS, SIANDERINES, NUTS, CANDIES, ever carried by any McComb firm. We will have any size or price you may want. In Candies we will have 100 pails of high grade Chocolates BON BONS, MIXED, HARD CAHTMES, a kind to suit every one, and invite you to inspect our line of CHRISTMAS goodies before you buy. Heinz Plum or Fig Pudding for Xmas 14 oz. can 37c cardy." Dr.

Mayfield offered the closing prayer. There were visitors from Ham pared by our famous chef. you wish to eat your Christmas dinner in your own home, without the worry of preparation- you may purchase it from us ready prepared, you to furnish the containers. mond, Osyka, Magnolia, Independ ence and Aurora, 111. Local Lady Wins A Diamond Ring WELCH'S for a delicious punch Grape Juice quarts 46c pints 23c CLIQUOT Ginger Ale 2 bottles for 33c PLACE JOHN'S North Boulevard Mrs.

R. R. Black, who resides at 507 Maryland Avenue, has been selected as one of the prize winners in an essay contest conducted by the niri Dutch Cleanser" manufacturers. Phone 1587 December 18, with the Masons ana Conductors' Order in charge. Intel ment was in Hollywood Cemetery.

Mr. Vernon is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Bessie Wall, and one small "daughter, Marjorie. Also, a large number of other relatives, including several brothers and sisters. He was a native of Amite, La. The Kennedy Funeral Home were the funeral directors in charge.

Cheerio Club With Miss Mary Hughes Monday evening Miss Mary Hughes was a very gracious hostess, having as her guests members of the Cheerio Club. The reception room of the home was very attractive in holiday attire, the same pretty motif used in the' refreshments served further to emphasize the approach of Old Santa. The club's diversion is bridge playing and the games were very much -nioyed, all declaring it to be a most enjoyable evening. Read it in THE JOURNAL and Pad it FIRST! JUNG'S peach, apricot, manhattan Cordials quarts 79c pints 39c She was awarded a beautiful 1-2 carat diamond ring. i The contest is nation-wide, andJ Sweet Pickles quart jars 27c the company is giving away three diamond rings each week, announcing the contest and winners over 36 different radio stations.

The prize is Thru Christmas aturday Pickles sour or dill quart jars 19c awarded to the housewite writing the best essay on "Why Dutch Good Turkeys, Geese, Chickens At Store No. 2, we will have live Turkeys, Geese, and Chickens for your selection. TURKEYS We will have home raised live Buy them alive, home dress them, and know what you get. Cleanser is Needed in the Home. The essays are more in the from of letters than formal essays, and the letter written by Mrs.

Black was considered one of the best received during the entire contest. use IN OUR MARKET, for the holidays For Results THE JOURNAL! per pound 25c Mince Meat brandy flavor 0 IS I Breakfast Bacon Rindless, Streaked with Lean this is real quality bacon per pound 24c OLD DUTCH CLEANSER holiday cleaning 1 2 for 15c per pound 21c Swift's Premium HAMS In Christmas Wrapping One to the box, 19 to 12 lb. ave. Modern Appliance Co. CORN FED SWEET AND TENDER per pound 19c Pork Roast NCorn, Moved to 112 Third St.

tor per pound 22c Direct from Kansas City REAL QUALITY Beef Roast IGA Beauty IIa Soap, 3 for Hw 2 Salt for 2 Matches Ca WW Old Time Cof- 1 7 fee, per lb. eapp 10c Tomato Soup, IQa 3 for vw IGA Cleanser, IQa 4 for For Your CHRISTMAS Baking Use FREEBURG'S FLOUR GROCERY State St. iELDER Third St. esson Oil per pound 19c Pork Chops corn fed Next to The Journal Office, Opposite City Hall. nt 24c 25c 7c 30c Cheese full cream, Wisconsin No.

1 per pound 19c Kfcoom SAVE A NICKEL ON A QUARTER (EUR'S REMEMBER 5 Stores FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE 5 Stores SHOP AT YOUR NEAREST JITNEY-JUNGLE YOUR RED AND GREEN FRONT GROCERY McComb, Miss. 112 3rd St. Phone 1436 Always Parking Space At the Suburban Stores. McComb, Miss. i 65.

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