Jasper County Democrat, Volume 14, Number 93, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 March 1912 — A Social Week Around Mt. Hope. [ARTICLE]

A Social Week Around Mt. Hope.

v Thursday evening, Feb. 22, Mrs. Frank Corbin delightfully entertained het Sunday school class of about twenty-five young people at a surprise on her son Alvin, it being his twenty-first birthday anniversary. The evening was spent listening to music furnished by Jesse Beecher and Chris Nafziger, and playing games. About 12 o’clock Mrs. Corbin -served a two-course supper, after which the guests departed, wishing Alvin many more happy turns of the day. Friday evening, Feb. 23, about seventy neighbors and friends met at the home of Ralph Johnson and gave them a farewell surprise be-

fore they move to their new home north of Rensselaer. The evening was spent listening to music and social chatting. At 10 o’clock a supper of oysters, pickles and cake was served to which all did ample justice. About 12 o’clock the guestß departed with best wishes for the future success of* Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, whom we will sadly miss from our neighborhood. Saturday afternoon, Feb. 24, about twenty lady friends of Miss Clara Hudson responded to invitations sent out by Miss Estella Sage and Miss Verona Bill to attend a miscellaneous shower at the home of the latter. The afternoon was ! spent in playing games and music. About 4:30 a two-course luncheon was served, consisting of salads, sandwiches, pickles, ice-cream, cake and chocolate. The dining room was decorated ip pink and white hearts. Miss Hudson received many beautiful and useful presents. At about 6 o’clock all departed, leaving their best wishes with Miss Clara. xx