anaheim-bulletin 1959-04-29

Patrick Henry PTA Holds Potluck Dinner The Patrick Henry Parent Teacher Association members followed a pot luck dinner, held in the auditorium of the Horace Mann school, with a program. It was presented by the students of Patrick Henry under the direction of Chuck Penny of the LaPalma Dance Studio. The variety program included "False 70" danced by Reginia Brandon, Marsha McClanahan, Virginia Boucher, Acrobatic, Lona Stout, Boogie and Debbie Brown; "Poor Butterfly," Reginia Brandon, the dancer; "Animal Crackers" by Maureen Smith. "I'm in Love with Dancing School," Debbie Dileo, Cathleen Smith, Lorna McClanahan; "Look Ma, I'm Dancin'" interpreted by Patty Glennon, Jeanne Schneider, Lona Stout; Soft Shoe, Adele Scali; "Shadow Waltz," Marsha McClanahan, Reginia Brandom; "Shim." Hawaii Is Study Subject at Wesley Methodist Meeting Hawaii was the subject for study and the theme of the evening when the SOS Circle of Wesley Methodist Church held its monthly meeting in the ladies' lounge of the new unit at 1457 E. Romneya Dr. The early Christianization of Hawaii and some present-day problems of churches there were told by Mrs. Cliff Elliott, program John Albright, treasurer. They will be installed at the meeting on May 28 with Mrs. Ned Hutchison officiating. Hostesses for the evening were Mrs. Wayne Clark and Mrs. William Loegsin who served refreshments of Hawaiian Delight, banana nut bread, homemade cookies and coffee. The table was beau- Wesley Methodist Meeting Hawaii was the subject for study and the theme of the evening when the SOS Circle of Wesley Methodist Church held its monthly meeting in the ladies' lounge of the new unit at 1457 E. Romneya Dr. The early Christianization of Hawaii and some present-day problems of churches there were told by Mrs. Cliff Elliott, program chairman. A playlette, "Mission to Paradise," showed some of the superstititions that still prevail there and was dramatized by Mrs. Francis Elliott, Mrs. Arthur Kent, Mrs. Hugh Nipp, Mrs. Paul Nelson, Mrs. Wayne Clark, Mrs. Ned Hutchison, Mrs. Herman Ramsey and Miss Evelyn Brons. Mrs. Francis Elliott told something of her visit to Hawaii last summer, and furnished some of the costumes for the skit and colorful leis for the entire group. Mrs. Roy Berry, chairman, presided over the business meeting during which plans were made for another "Dime-A-Dip" dinner to be held at the church May 23. Nominations for new officers resulted in the election of Mrs. Cliff Elliott, chairman; Mrs. Arthur Kent, vice-chairman; Mrs. Abby McDaniels, secretary and Mrs. Clara Barton To Hold Open House Thursday Parents and patrons of the Clara Barton School will be welcomed to their children’s classrooms Thursday evening from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This year the theme "A Day In School, 1959" has been chosen. Each teacher will have on display materials which show the daily learning activities of his children. Of additional interest, will be a special Science Fair in Room Five. Each classroom in the school will participate in the "Fair". All parents are encouraged to visit their childrens’ school this week or at any other time during the school year, for interested and informed parents to build and develop the type of schools we want for our children. Clara Barton Parent Teacher's Association will hold its next meeting May 5, with films on bicycle safety being shown. A bicycle safety course is being set up this week for Barton students by the safety committee. John Albright, treasurer. They will be installed at the meeting on May 28 with Mrs. Ned Hutchison officiating. Hostesses for the evening were Mrs. Wayne Clark and Mrs. William Loessin who served refreshments of Hawaiian Delight, banana nut bread, homemade cookies and coffee. The table was beautifully appointed with a centerpiece of orchids, sweet syringa, bottle brush and hibiscus and each place was marked with a golden hibiscus matching the "Aloha" napkins. Soroptimists Hold Confab In Coronado "Crown Jewels of Soroptimism" was the theme for the English Regional Conference, Pacific Region, Soroptimist held in Coronado last week-end. Billy Ziegler, past president of Soroptimist Federation of the Americas, Inc. gave the keynote address. Attending from Anaheim were May Belle E. Spencer, president; Mildred Allen, Phyllis Harrison, Betty Brandt, Marge Wedel and Mary Gove. The fall meeting of the group will be held at the Disneyland Hotel with Anaheim and Santa Ana Clubs as hosts. Speakers Group Set Skit at Dinner-Meet A skit titled "Comedy of Errors" will highlight the program of the May 4 dinner meeting of Council One, SW Region, International Toastmistress Council. Members of the Harbor Club will participate in the presentation. Toastmistress of the evening is Mrs. Willard Freeman, Lakewood Club. Others on the program are Mrs. Charles Ishmael, Napleathene Club, and Mrs. Robert Hoisington, Huntington Beach Club. Mrs. John Titus, presiding officer, has included in her agenda reports from the nominating committee chairman, Mrs. Leta Cole, Santa Ana Club; and the regional speech contest chairman, Mrs. Clem Fromilath, Napleathene Club. Music Alumna To Meet for Charter Plans Orsage County alumna of ma Alpha Iota, national professional music fraternity for women recently organized, will be in the home of the new presidents Mrs. J. C. Schulke, 11451 C Way, Garden Grove, Friday 1, at 7:30 p.m. Important business to be discussed will include a report on progress of the application for mal chartering information and possible service projects, and public musicale to be given in near future. The evening’s program will include vocal solos by Betty Y. of Costa Mesa, and piano duets by Marian Wilhelm and Ruth Wood of Anaheim. Any Sigma Alpha Iota Alumna not already contacted is urged phone Mrs. Schulke, JE 4-3092 the Membership chairman, Wilhelm, KE 5-3308. Mojave Chap Book Review The Mojave Chapter, Dauga of American Revolution, met home of Mrs. Le Roy C. Lyon with Mrs. Robert Gallager, Lily of the Hanna Hatch Society D.A.R., member giving a book view on Paul Revere. All parents are encouraged to visit their childrens' school this week or at any other time during the school year, for interested and informed parents to build and develop the type of schools we want for our children. Clara Barton Parent Teacher's Association will hold its next meeting May 5, with films on bicycle safety being shown. A bicycle safety course is being set up this week for Barton students by the safety committee. PANHELLENIC TO HONOR COEDS — Coeds, who plan to attend college or university this next fall are to be honored at the May 3 teatime, the affair to be sponsored by the Northern Orange County Panhellenic at the Anaheim Assistance League clubhouse. The guest list includes graduates of Fullerton Junior College with the purpose of the tea to aid the coeds in activities of campus life. "Do's and Don'ts" will be presented in a skit on college rushing. Dr. Lois Swanson dean of women at Long Beach State College will speak. In above photo are committee bers for the tea: (from left, back) Mrs. Casebier, Mrs. Wilbur Wright, Mrs. Harro sign, Mrs. George McClelland and Mrs. Lovell, the latter two co-chairmen for the (front row) Mrs. Donald Johnston, Mrs Irwin, Mrs. Ralph Greenberg and Mrs. Starr. The Bulletin Women Garris Lou Sutherland Editor Wednesday, April 29, 1959 Anaheim (Cal.) Bulletin—B-3 Opti-Mrs. Club Hosts Boys' Home at Dinner Sixty members and guests were present when the Opti-Mrs. Club of Anaheim held its annual "Boys Home" night at the local Optimist clubhouse. The affair was held in conjunction with the regular meeting of the Optimists and included also visitors from Pomona, Santa Ana and Orange clubs. In keeping with the season and interests of boys, a baseball theme was used in decorations. Tables featured "fields" of dichondra on which the baseball diamonds were outlined and miniature players placed. These were interspersed with pennants of the various teams. Centerpiece at the head table was a baseball bat with glove and mitt which was awarded as the grand prize of the evening and received by Optimist Fred Stone. The meeting was opened and conducted by Mrs. Harold Botts, Opti-Mrs. president, who also introduced the following special guests: Charles Bader, president of the Optimist Boys Home in Los Angeles, and his wife from Pomona; Superintendent and Mrs. Arvin Kroeger and Tom Gaines, assistant superintendent, from Los Angeles and Past Governor and Mrs. Barney Koster of Santa Ana. On the program-Gaines presented three boys from the home. He engaged Jerry Niendorff and Dennis Buschman in a question and answer period which brought out the duties, activities and feelings of the boys. Speakers Club Holds Bowling League of Orange Sets Dinner The Ladies' Wednesday Night Handicap Bowling League of Orange will have its annual awards dinner meeting at the Revere table. James Kasten, who was deserted by his family when three years old, then told the story of his life and his appreciation for the help received at the Boys Home Gaines also reported that of 1300 Speakers Club Holds Newcomers Night' Alerton Toastmistress Club had new Comers Night' at their meeting held at Richman Schoolullerton. Four new members of their first speeches. These are called "ice breakers" or "maiden speeches" and are about the speaker or an interesting incident in their life. Mrs. William Chrismore, reminiscing of her childhood days in Missouri, of her father's general store with the cracker barrel, the pot belly stove and the jars of speckled beans on the shelf. Mrs. O. H. Jencks told of trying to round up cattle on her pony when she was a child on the family farm in Illinois. She has been a long time resident of Fullerton, raised two daughters that are now living in the midwest with their families. Mrs. Max Frey, a native daughter, was born and raised in Corona. Her first name Felicia "in Spanish" means "Happiness." She told of the happy times with her husband and two children. Mrs. Howard Turner told of an incident after her husband obtained his pilot's license, when she was his first passenger. Mrs. Stewart Briggs of Anaheim was Toastmistress for the program. Mrs. James Tyner gave the invocation and was topicmistress. Mrs. Briggs won the topics trophy. Applications for membership were turned in by Mrs. Julie Griffen of Anaheim and Mrs. Floyd Smeltz and Mrs. Gelene Alfson of Fullerton. Guests were Mrs. Betty Russell, Marcia Ruth Schultz and V1 Cole. Music Alumnae to Meet for Charter Plans County alumnae of St. Alpha Iota, national professional music fraternity for womens recently organized, will meet the home of the new president, J. C. Schulke, 11451 Crissy Dr., Garden Grove, Friday May 7:30 p.m. Important business to be discussed will include a report on the progress of the application for chartering, information aboutsible service projects, and a public musical to be given in the future. The evening's program will include vocal solos by Betty Neeb Costa Mesa, and piano duets by Brian Wilhelm and Ruth Rockford of Anaheim. Many Sigma Alpha Iota Alumnae, already contacted is urged to one Mrs. Schulke, JE 4-3978, or Membership chairman, Mrs. Helm, KE 5-5308. Mojave Chapter, DAR Hear Book Review on Paul Revere The Mojave Chapter, Daughters American Revolution, met at the home of Mrs. Le Roy C. Lyons Sr., with Mrs. Robert Gallager, Regent the Hanna Hatch Society and A.R. member giving a book review on Paul Revere. "A tourist in Boston enjoys the ringing of the bells which is heard everywhere. Paul Revere cast them and it was his ambition to make them the sweetest in the world. He was married twice and the father of 16 children. He was one of the finest silversmiths but he found time to en Angeles and Past Governor and Mrs. Barney Koster of Santa Ana. On the program Gaines presented three boys from the home. He engaged Jerry Niendorff and Dennis Buschman in a question and answer period which brought out the duties, activities and feelings of the boys. James Kasten, who was deserted by his family when three years old, then told the story of his life and his appreciation for the help received at the Boys Home. Gaines also reported that of 1300 students at a junior high school which the boys attend near the home 13 were selected for good posture of which five were from the home and of the final five selected two were from the home. The Opti-Mrs. group, headed by Mrs. Leo Lansdown, Mrs. Louis Larson, Mrs. Robert Martin and Mrs. Jerry Nesmith, prepared and served the dinner. Mrs. Leste Mitchell and Mrs. Lewis Phillip designed and arranged the decorations. MRS. ARDEN FARIS Katella PTA president Mrs. Arden Faris Mojave Chapter, DAR Hear Book Review on Paul Revere. The Mojave Chapter, Daughters of American Revolution, met at the home of Mrs. Le Roy C. Lyons Sr. with Mrs. Robert Gallager, Regent of the Hanna Hatch Society and A.R. member giving a book review on Paul Revere. "A tourist in Boston enjoys the ringing of the bells which is heard everywhere. Paul Revere cast them and it was his ambition to make them the sweetest in the world. He was married twice and the father of 16 children. He was one of the finest silversmiths known, but he found time to engage in prison reform, mental health, shorter hours and better pay for the worker," said the reviewer. "It was he that engraved the plates to print our first money. The mayor of Medford is carefully chosen as he reenacts the historical ride each year on the 18th of April. He must be of the same build, as he wears the same suit Paul Revere wore, and being a good horseman is another qualification. At S3 he died, a man that was loyal, proud, full of human compassion, and loved his country deeply," said Mrs. Gallager. Mrs. E. T. Watson gave the president general's message. Mrs. H. E. Smith told of the new mental health bill and said there were phases in it that should be watched. She also stated a study has been made of certain school books that could be of a Communistic nature, and the D.A.R. as well as other clubs, make donations so Washington could investigate. Appreciation Noted Mrs. Kenneth C. Main was thanked by the Mojave Chapter for all the work she had done to organize Los Ninos, the society for the children of the American Revolution. She announced the next meeting would be the election of officers for the new society. Mrs. Le Roy Kaump, Regent, presided. Hostesses for the meeting were, Mesdames Charles Erickson, E. R. Anderson, Alvin Ford and Louis Moore. Guests to the meeting were Mrs. Beryl Harvey, past Regent of the Patience Wright Chapter, Laguna Beach and Mrs. John Russon, La Habra, a prospective member. Katella Parent-Teacher Association installed new officers during a meeting held at the school and conducted by Mrs. Martin Medak, outgoing president. New officer's for the coming year, installed by Mrs. Nicholas Freckh, president of the Anaheim Union Council of PTA are: Mrs. Arden Faris, president; C Dean Cole, first vice-president; Mrs. Paul Nelson, second vice-president; Mrs. Robert Johnston, recording secretary; Mrs. W. K. Arnold, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Fred Davis, treasurer; Earl Fleischman, auditor; Mrs. Paul Traver, historian; Mrs. Martin Medak, parliamentarian. Each was presented with a PTA membership pin. Mrs. Freckh's theme for the installation was based on the Objects of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers, basically wisdom, patience, friendliness and knowledge. Mrs. Freckh presented Mrs. Medak with a past-president's pin. New Chairmen Newly - installed President Mrs. Faris named the chairmen of the appointed offices: budget and finance, Fred Davis; room representative, Mrs. E. A. Cox; publications and emblems, Mrs. Frank Meier, membership, Mr. and Mrs. Al McClusky; parent and family education, Mrs. A. Proudfit, publicity, Mrs. Frank J. Lee; health, Mrs. A. F. Sutherland; inside publicity, Mrs. E. E. Sebring; activities, Mrs. H. E. Taber; Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Stuart student welfare, Mrs. A. Fields; inspirational, Paulson; hospitality, Mrs. Jerry Anders; and Founder's Day Program Mrs. E. Wright. The organization presented plastic eye model to the students during the meeting. The purchased by the PTA will used by the teachers and students in classrooms for desive purposes. The group also chased a plastic ear model, which has not yet been delivered. Arthur Fields and Paul Shields members of the citizens committee disclosed future plans for relational interests in this Dick Kamphefner of the Park Recreation department display drawings and map layouts of picture parks that are being planned. A discussion program led by tella Principal Earl Fleischmann homework with panel members Noel James, Mrs. E. Wright Mrs. A. Taft (all teachers a tella) proved interesting. In Accustomed Style AYDIN, Turkey (UPI) — halci Cevdet, long separated his wife, opposed her request divorce which included a debt for the equivalent of $100 a month if the salimony were $200 a month “so she can live cently.” 'MAKE MINE MUSIC' — Palm Lane music students entertained the school's Parent-Teacher Association with a program, "Make Mine Music," at the April meeting held at Loara School. Featured were (from left, back row) Paula Traver, Julie Herron, Charles Viscusi, Kathleen Kornbau, Helmuth Schoener, John Borgus; (second row) Janis Herbert, Jan Hodges, Joan Hamilton, Jim Pearce, Randy Webb; (front row) Bob Smith, Anna DeVos; Karen Bercsa and Tommey Steed. Palm Lane PTA Entertained By Music Students at Meet "Make Mine Music" was the theme of the music program presented by the Palm Lane music students at the monthly meeting of the Palm Lane Parent - Teach-Section of George Webster, instrumental music instructor for the Anaheim elementary schools. The Association voted to contribute $20 to the Anaheim Bicycle Palm Lane PTA Entertained By Music Students at Meet "Make Mine Music" was the theme of the music program presented by the Palm Lane music students at the monthly meeting of the Palm Lane Parent - Teacher Association held at Loara School. The music group is under the direction of George Webster, instrumental music instructor for the Anaheim elementary schools. The Association voted to contribute $20 to the Anaheim Bicycle Safety program which is being financed through donations from PTA groups, service organizations and business firms in Anaheim. A motion was also passed for the purchase of a camera to be used by the publicity chairman. Mrs. Willard Davenport, president, announced that the next meeting, May 19, would be held at Loara with a fashion show to be presented by the parents and children of Palm Lane School. Mrs. Emma E. Williams, fourth grade teacher; Miss Glenda Mungerson, also fourth grade; and Miss Grace Hall, fifth grade teacher; tied for the room count banner. Character and spiritual education was the committee featured for the evening, directed by Mrs. Gene Hopkins, chairman. Fifth and sixth grade mothers were hostesses, assisted by Mrs. DeWitt Sims, room representative chairman. Church Women To Observe Fellowship Day The Anaheim Council of Church Women will observe another one of its great days, May Fellowship Day, Friday with a breakfast at 9:30 a.m. It will be held at the Wesley Methodist Church, 1457 E. Romneya Dr. The subject is on Christianity and economic life, and is entitled "How Much is Enough?" Mrs. Clarence Granere is chairman of the day. The Rev. Al Casebeer, minister of the first Christian Church of Anaheim, will be the main speaker. Nursery care will be provided. Please call Mrs. C. R. Brandon for reservations, KE 5-4207. FARIS president Faris President Mrs. E. E. Sebring; youth activities, Mrs. H. E. Taber; safe Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Stacy; resident welfare, Mrs. A. W. Bids; inspirational, Paul Nelis; hospitality, Mrs. Jerry Powell; and Founder's Day Program, Mrs. E. Wright. The organization presented a realistic eye model to the school during the meeting. The model, purchased by the PTA, will be used by the teachers and school use in classrooms for descriptive purposes. The group also purchased a plastic ear model, which is not yet been delivered. Arthur Fields and Paul Shadide members of the citizens committees disclosed future plans for recreational interests in this area. Kamphefner of the Parks and recreation department displayed drawings and map layouts of parks that are being planned. A discussion program led by Kala Principal Earl Fleischman on homework with panel members Mel James, Mrs. E. Wright and Ms. A. Taft (all teachers at Kala) proved interesting. In Accustomed Style AYDIN, Turkey (UPI) — Arzu-el Cevdet, long separated from his wife, opposed her request for a divorce which included a demand for the equivalent of $100 a month simony. He would agree, he said, only if the simony were made up of 100 a month "so she can live decently." TO WED JUNE 14 — Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Kauffman of 1700 S. West St., announce the engagement of their daughter Linda Ann to John R. Brannon of Newport Beach. June 1 is the date set for the rites to be performed in the First Methodist Church of this city. The bride-elect, presently employed in Walkikli, Hawaii, is tour coordinator for the Inter-Island Wind Tours. She formerly served as secretary in Security Department at Disneyland. She attended San Antonio, Texas, Junior College and Santa Ana Junior College. Her fiance is the son of Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Brannon of Pasadena. He attended Pasadena City College and is employed with the Newport Fire Department.