Grand Ledge Independent

Degrees Conferred, Surprise on the Bices

DEGREES CONFERRED

The Royal Arch Masons met Monday evening in regular convocation. After a business session, the Past and Most Excellent Master degree was conferred. This was followed by a buffet luncheon.

SURPRISE ON THE BICES

Mr. and Mrs. Bert Bice were surprised at their home last Sunday, by a group of relatives who wished to remind them that for thirty eight years they had traveled the path together. The uninvited guests took with them the ingredlents for a bountiful chicken dinner. After all had done ample justice to the same, the time passed socially. The honored guests received several nice gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Fredericks of Lansing were the out of town members present.

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