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18 BROOKLYN EAGLE, MAY 13, 1948 BOOKS OF THE DAY Between Usm- 9 Entertaining Study of American Superstitions A TRJASI'RT OF AMERICAN Sl'PfB STITIONS by Clandla da Lys. Philo-sopbical Library, $5.00. they onserve tnese ritualistic practices with an almost ceremonial dignity. The phrase, "a Don't Let Numbers Confuse You When It Comes to Date-Book By WILLIAM V. LAVELLK Enolish The City College lu luc; of Xen York I he ndf JJ lon fele tale; is hunted back to the most Claudia de Lys' "Treasury of jsagadous of aM melli King Sol.

American Superstitions" sli(i nttle hird that requires forethought and effort on his part. You know that every Tom, Dick and Harry Ann Marin Chappie Is Bride of Mr. Caiman Miss Ann Mane Chappie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Chappie of Wi!) 6th became the bride of Daniel Can-avan at a nuptial mass Saturday, at the R.C.

Churrh nf St. the Kvangelist. The nride-proom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Canavan of 80 Yisitntion Plare.

The maid of honor was Miss Clara Catanzaro and the bridesmaids were the Misses Francos Oenniston and Gloria La-mont. Geraghty was best man for Mr. Canavan and the ushers were Louis Barker Nicholas Colasvonno. The bride wore a coun of ivory slipper satin with lace insertions and made with a isn't equally interesting on an evening out. an entertaining study on theof air shaU carry the superstitions of Americans, su- Wost meil readers will not be perstitions that have long intm-pipr! in thp orlcin of By N.WCV MOHK.tM A LIKEABLE LASS.

You have a lot of points in your favor where manners are eoneerne'd. You rate a high score on fashion neatness and your personality is on the pleasant side. Nor is your date sometimes its nara worK to smotner a yawn fluenced the private actionsandl.hp so lonu as thpv1 affairs of most Americans atin.P nipaant is sine the' some time during their lives. Bride." certainlv an enjovable! Diverging from the present pat- LvnpHenre for most men. dates! tern of contemporary critics'inL- ti.

nf nnmmc1 or two, and the time seems to drag on and on towards your curfew. Is it worth the time spent if you play at counting the seconds in those gruesome conversational silences? THE TEST COMES when you begin looking forward to Friday the minute some young lad buys tickets for two for the game that night. Or if you plan your hairdo and accessories and sn v. ix int mill. ji un, itiuno and authors on Americans, she does not attempt to analyze the hook empty, even if you do occasionally wonder if ycfu'll be out seeing the latest movie Saturday evening or sitting home with the radio.

Ruth M. Crea mystical power superstitions hold over us, but simply lists when a tee-totaler-Roman sus-i pected his wife of alcoholic ten-! dencies. He kissed her lips fori the taste of wine and found his action so exotic that a slight suspicion became an overnight tne nest-Known practices sttll Ruth M. Crea ii Anybody who trios Arnold Eo. faithfully followed in everyday life.

ncbed White Bread screes oa one thine itsJUvrt It'i won The author traces these mod superstition. Other familiar cus-' toms discussed in the book are the Mistletoe; Love at First dtrful, and there's lots of it 1,1 honp skirt. Her finger-tip veil had a rrown of seeded pearls. The bridal bouquet was white orchids, white rose and white sweet peas. The attendants wore gowns ern-day and religiously-observed i Thai's where a bit of a problem comes in.

The idea that dates are notches on a stick and concentrating on quantity instead of quality. Sight; Thrice a Bridesmaid, To Wed Mr. Ridgway Announcement of the engagement of Miss Ruth M. to Thomas F. Ridgway, son of Mr.

and Mrs. James De Maio of 520 -Lincoln Place, is made by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel C'hecco of 13 Never a Bride: and Getting out 1111 of Bed on the Right Side superstitions: practices as common of nile green and yellow and their flowers were old-fashioned bouquets. as Manhattans at a cocktail Charles Bellmore.

That way, every crew-cutted lad who biing3 up the subject of a twosome this weekend gets a smile and a nod. party. Lasting Impression beliefs back to their ancient origin: some originating in ancient euStoms and rituals: some stemming from medieval misinformation; some symbolically embosomed in the books of the Rible. Fascinating Appeal "A little hird told me" Is a pointing indication of the fascinating appeal and interest the book should have for curious persons anxious to learn "why" I he prospective nride Is a Nancy Mortrom graduate of Wellington C. Mep-ham High School, North Rell- bring out your best date dres3.

This time, you hate to see the hours go by and it's a date worthy of a souvenir in your scrapbook. You're not proving a thing when you take the first date bid that comes your way. Being seen around frequently isn't worth all the mental agony where you just aren't enjoying yourself. There's every reason in the world for you to pick and choose your companions carefully and you'll discover that it pays off. DO A BIT OF SORTING and it's not hard to say no.

You might have a previous engagementor Thanks, but I'm busy that night." Those evenings at home aren't hard to take if you put the time to use getting your Spring wardrobe in shape, or brushing up on your correspondence and getting after the book you've been meaning to read. Save your date nights for the few who count a little more They'll be something to want to wait for. Remember, your time is valuable. Don't waste it. Nancy can help with all your teen age problems.

Write her in care of this newspaper. Although the author makes no attempt to usury any pul more. Her fiance Is an alumnus of St. Leonard's Academv. pit autnonty nor to prove the silliness of superstitions, she TJ mm does infer the utter unreliabil-i 7" ity of long-standing mvstical in KUJCG CLEANING Repairs Storage KING SWAY CARPET CLEANERS 28 Year in FUtbuib 4718 FARRACUT RD B'KLYN 3, N.

Y. IIN'GEKSOLL 2-8315 Bessie Scliuslrr's Betro'hal Announerd Mr. and Mrs. Harry Schuster fluences that have left a lasting! Just, as long as the crowd knows you're not desperate for dates, and you're seen with a different male often and poti decide that it's pure and simple popularity. If you're not tied down to a steady-going relationship, you have a choice of dining and darn ing with a variety of the opposite sex.

But your date rating goes down a cut or two if the lads know that all they have to do to share an evening with you is to pick up the phone. There's nothing special then. It's not a prize of Manhattan, announce the en gagement of their daughter, Miss Bessie Schuster, to Leon DISHFC I impression upon our actions. Some of the fallacious, harmful, and ridiculous superstitions of childbirth are effectually exposed in their utmost absurdity. Claudia de Lys has written Marie Ann Chakales Will Be Honored Mrs.

Kathryn Chakales of 9 Veronica Place will entertain at a cocktail party at her home on Sunday in honor of the engagement of her daughter. Miss Marie Ann Chakales, to George Nelson Paulman of an interesting and informative book with a light and refreshing touch. Her book will be definitely significant and re By Stella Your Birthday Scarsdale. lieving to those satanically pos-l The wedding will take place on tsept. is.

sessed with a fear of walking under a ladder or wearing the number 13. It certainly should show us how irrational our fears of superstition are. ard 11. Haber. son of Mr.

and Mrs. Samuel Haber of 124 Carlton Ave. Mr. Haber was graduated from Boy's High School, and attended C.C. of Followed by three years of service with the 1'.

S. Marines, in the South Pacific. He is an active member of the U. S. Marine's Re-serve.

Mr. Haber is an accountant. Dnrhnra Ann (Oilman Bride of Mr. Herman The marriage of Mis Far-bara Ann Cilman, daughter of Mr. and Charles F.

Gilman of Great Neck, to Bruce Jay Herman, son of Mr. and Mrs. St. Charles Hospital I rllllltmtMtlimiiitiaiti.vivimmB1.riraiitfTn. THURSDAY, May 13 Born today, you are highly intuitive and emotionally receptive to others.

You have a fine mind, but are too apt. to be influenced by others. As a child, you may have attacks of "hero worship." You have definite literary capabilities but must cultivate individuality and the ability to stick at a job until it 1 1 Guild Party Saturday St. Charles Hospital Guild is sponsoring a bridge party to be held Saturday on the roof of the Hotel St. George.

Proceeds will go to the children's hospital, conducted by the Sisters of Wisdom. is finished. Don't let yourself! Max Herman, also of Great "A real glamour dessert-made with Jack Frost Sugar! PINEAPPLE MINT WHIP 4) 1 eg white? Drop of peppermint 4 tablaspoont Jack extract nr 2 table-Frost Confectioner' spoons chopped Super Sugar fresh mint Vj cup whipping cream cup drained, crushed 12 teaspoon lemon juice pineapple 1. Beat egg whites until foamy. Add Jack Frost Super Sugar gradually, beating constantly with rotary egg beater until stiS.

As you marvel at the satin-smoothness of this mixture remember it owes its delightful texture to the speca fineness of Jack Frost Confectioners' Super Sugar! 2. Whip cream until stiff. Add peppermint extract or chopped mint. Fold into egg whites. 3.

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Garnish with sprig of mint, Note; This mixture may be placed in freezing tray nt automatic refrigerator and partially froien, if desired. Granulated Verifine Confectioners' Super Light Brown Dark Brown Tablets be discouraged by a single setback. Gird yourself against disappointment and try again! You have the talent and the capability if you make the proper use of your gifts. Although you are ambitious, you are too reitring to push yourself forward. Either a business 9A or a marrige partner who is! also interested in vour work! At Skytop Among the weekend guests at Skytop Club In the Poconos from Brooklyn were: Dr.

and Mrs. Frederick Heinegg of 151 Midwood Dr. and Mrs. James A. Inciardi of 149 Mid-wood Dr.

and Mrs. Karl A. Dreag of 21 Monroe Plac Miss Augusta Meinkin of 1373 Dean Mr. and tl. H.

Savior of lfilti Beverly Road and Miss Merle Munn, 477 5th St. Fi nest A. Conrad of 617 Avenue entertained at luncheon and bridge at her home recently in honor of Mrs. Nina Stout of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Brooklyn. Neck, took place Sunday at the Hotel Pierre, Manhattan.

The Rev. Dr. Jacob P. Rudin officiated at the ceremony, which was followed by a reception. Mrs.

Karle Nanzetta of Chattanooga. was matron of honor. Miss'Arlene Gilman. sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Karle the be-t man.

The uhers were Alfred Gilman. brother of the bride, and Robert and Morton Mrs. Herm; graduaieri from Drew Seminary, and attended Centenary Junior College. Her husband, an alumnus of Cornell University, served in the Army Air Forces for three years. After a wedding trip to the Caribbean, the couple will make their home in Great Neck.

and can ia-pire you to your best efforts at nil times may bo the answer to your problem. If you can learn not to lean on others emotionally, you will be far better off. To find hat the stars have In store for tomorrow, select your birthday star and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide. Friday, Mar 14 TAURUS (Aorll J1.Mt 1898 Fiftieth Anniversary Year 1948 1 FREE RECIPE BOOKt Send your nams and ad-dreas to Ellen Laalie.The National Sugar Refining Company, Naw York 5, N.

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