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WOMEN'S ACTIVITIES By Barbara Hedden JUNIOR EBELL ANNUAL FASHION SHOW PRESENTED; RECORD CROWD ENJOYS EXOTIC SPRING ATMOSPHERE In harmony with springtime California, the Junior Ebell club of Anaheim presented its seventh annual spring fashion show and dessert bridge benefit for the Crippled Children's Relief association in Orange county, Saturday afternoon, March 9, with activities beginning at 1 o'clock. The president Mrs. Robert Harvey, presided, and Mrs. J. J. Schneider, Mrs. Wallen Andrew, and Mrs. Paul Winsor members of the board, assisted her in greeting the guests. Creations for evening wear, dress and sport suits, bonnets that would win first place in any Easter parade, and glamorous ensembles for the very young miss, with suits Dad would wear for dress-up, were displayed before a record crowd of more than 250 members and their guests. Soft music, played by Miss Jean Thomas at the piano and Miss Jean Thompson at the bass viol, served as a background. These talented musicians were attractively gowned in pastel-toned formals. A dessert course of petite ice cream cakes, topped with tiny pastel-iced sugar lambs was served with coffee and tea, at bridge tables each centered with a single rose-toned camellia arranged amid fern in a crystal bubble bowl. These dainty appointments, provided by Carmen's flower shop, were given as bridge prizes at the close of the afternoon. Tables, cards, stage decorations, pencils and monogrammed matches were provided by A. P. M. Brown, local insurance dealer, and appreciation also is accorded to the St. Boniface church organization. Wall decorations were designed by Miss Martha Spires. Tallys were painted by Miss Betty Wingfield. A picturesque white picket boy slack suit of red and white cotton with navy trim. Her brother, Tommy, wore sport togs, including long-sleeved white shirt, navy wool sweater, combined with poudre waist pants, and a cotton chambray wash suit, in gray and blue. Two crisp seersucker dresses, were modeled by Marlita Ortez. Katherine Spires wore a French plaid gingham pinafore with petite eyelet embroidery ruffles, and a blouse of white handkerchief lawn, trimmed with lace. She also modeled a custom made pinafore and blouse. Diane Plou appeared in a flowered frock and spring bonnet of white straw. Washable short suit was displayed by John Keith, with his brother, Ronnie, wearing wash trousers, with a rancho sport shirt and wool sport jacket. Neil Van Zee was in long trousers of fine cotton gabardine, and sport shirt of spun rayon, topped by a sleevless wool and rayon sweater. An appropriate dress costume was a navy wool double-breasted suit with felt hat modeled by Jean Hubbard. Ann and Carol Chesley were dressed in soft peach-colored jumpers and blouses of spun rayon. Gretchen Schneider wore a light weight navy blue suit and little lapel coin purse. Her brother, Dickie, was in a two-piece suit of white wool. Stephanie Winsor wore a stylish spring coat, with gathered back and lined lapels, complete with a shoulder bag. Her brother was toggged in a handsome loafer suit of two-tone wool and gabardine with spun rayon sport shirt, "grown-up styled outfit." Barbara Mary's ensemble was a navy blue jumper and white blouse, accented with plastic and crisp white hat. From the junior department Patsy Booth modeled a dress of chiffon seersucker, and Patricia Bruce, a summer time midnight outfit of bright cotton. Epitome of all that is smart was found in the varied and select group of exclusive feminine apparel in the second portion of the fashion parade. Three ensembles were presented by Cotlers, with Lois Loudoe wearing a cool blush pink gabardine, a casual classic for all occasions, with accessories including a brown bucket hat and poucy leather bag. She also worn an original tissue-weight suit dress of beige wool crepe with black straw hat and plastic patent purse. ENGLISH BRIDE OF GENE WILSON WILL ARRIVE IN ANAHEIM FRIDAY Joyful reunion of husband and wife after a seven-month separation, will take place at the Southern Pacific depot tomorrow with Gene Wilson, only son of Mrs. O. F. Wilson of Anaheim, "down at the station to meet his honey"—Joyce, native daughter of London, who docked last weekend in New York on the passenger ship Brazil. Joyce and Gene were united in marriage with a formal all-white ceremony solemnized last Aug. 5 at the Episcopal church of London, the lovely brunette bride choosing for the occasion an exquisite white wedding gown en-train with full-length veil. At that time, her bridegroom was a corporal with the Army Air corps stationed near that city and one month later he returned to the states. During his army career of more than three years, Wilson served as engineer for two years overseas. He is now employed at his pre-war position with the Douglas Aircraft company, Long Beach, in the engineering department, following his recent discharge. Wilson, a native of Anaheim Union high school, majored in and was a popular student among dramatics, fine arts and English Anaheim's younger set. The happy couple plan to make their home temporarily with Gene's only sister, Jerry, who is employed at the Crescent Style shop, and their mother, who lives at 609 West Center street. They will be at home to their Orange county friends next week. A message containing news of his bride's arrival was received by immediate family members last Sunday from New York. Guest Night Monday Rebekahs to Greet District Dignitary The official semi-annual visit of the district deputy president of Lois Rebekah lodge, Mrs. Berthyle Reisinger of Anaheim, will highlight the regular lodge meeting, tomorrow night, at 325 West Center street. Program chairman for the affair will be Mrs. Bonnie Miller, with Mrs. Helen Pannier, noble grand, presiding, it was announced. Anaheim Gazette, since 1870. Jaynes, Mrs. Charles Winter, Mrs. M. Henderson, Miss Lia Joseph, Mrs. Russell Hess, Miss Avis Tuffree, Miss Dolores Borgeson and Mrs. W. Kent Suiter. Door prizes were awarded, with Mrs. Janice Barta receiving a radio from the Juniors, and a permanent wave going to Mrs. J. A. Clayes, courtesy of La Dona shop. A pair of sheets were presented to Mrs. David Clark, through courtesy of Floyd Hubbard, with some 12 other awards given by the following Anaheim merchants: Moons Gift shop, Weber Book store, Vella Ann shop, Heying's pharmacy, Mode O' Day, Blu-Note Music company, Jackson drug store; and the following from Los Angeles; Barker Bros., J. W. Robinson & company, Schwabacher-Frey, Broadway department store, and Bullocks. Miss Babette Stein and Miss Elizabeth Carroll, co-chairmen of a raffle, were assisted by members of Girl Scout Troup No. 1, who also assisted in serving the dessert course. FASHION FESTIVAL In tune with the times, practically, good looks, and simplicity, describes the styles for the very young set, from the Vella Ann shop and the Children's shop, West Center street. Perky cotton print dress in red and white complete with tiny peplum was modeled by 3-yearold Karen Andrews. Randy Marten, 4, appeared in a two-place cotton knit suit of dusty rose with embroidery trim. Hank Harvey made his debut at the age of 2½ in a white suit of Mexican linen. Pamela Leo modeled several dainty styles, including hand-made pinafore of flowered organdy, bordered with dainty pink rick rack and lace trim, and a butcher- ANAHEIM GAZETTE S Phone 2206 INTED; DSPHERE presented its seventh annual children's Relief association of 1 o'clock. The president, New, and Mrs. Paul Winsor, apel coin purse. Her Dickie, was in a two-uit of white wool. Stephensor wore a stylish spring with gathered back and capels, complete with a bag. Her brother was in a handsome loafer suit, stone wool and gabardine, sun rayon sport shirt, "a cup styled outfit." Barbara ensemble was a navy blue and white blouse, accentuated plastic and crisp white. the junior department, tooth modeled a dress of seersucker, and Patricia a summer time midriff bright cotton. one of all that is smart and in the varied and seup of exclusive feminine in the second portion of ion parade. ensembles were present lotlers, with Lois Loudon a cool blush pink gabarcasual classic for all occe with accessories includ-down bucket hat and poucher bag. She also wore final tissue-weight suit beige wool crepe with draw hat and plastic patte. Candlelight Glow Marks Wedding JOAN PATRICIA WEBB With the golden glow of candlelight reflecting their radiantly happy faces, Miss Joan Patricia Webb, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William P. Webb, 539 West Broadway, became the bride of S/Sgt. James Tisdale Dibble, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dibble of New York, at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, in formal rites solemnized in the sanctuary of St. Michael's Episcopal church, the Rev. John Kimball Saville reading the ceremony, witnessed by only immediate family members and close friends. The young couple repeated their vows before an all-white altar, flanked with cathedral candelabra, white stock, large wedding bells and potted palms. The aisle was carpeted in white, with rosettes of white ribbon and tulle marking the pews, and the two front posts tied with white wedding bells. Sykes, USMC, with S/Sgt. Don Cameron, also of the Marine Corps, serving as usher. Preluding the rites, Vera Jean Hilbers, friend of the bride, sang "Ave Maria," "Through the Years," and "I Love You Truly," accompanied by Mrs. A. F. Faust, who also played the wedding marches. During the reception in the parish hall, immediately following the ceremony, close-friends of the bride assisted in hostess duties, with Joan Guss and Lois presiding at the guest booth Virginia Barnett, Lorraine Ger and Susanne Barnett bride's table, which was tively arranged with white ers and lighted tapers, and tered with the bridal cakke. The newlyweds left for a eymoon, planning to later lish their home in Hudson N. Y. In the receiving line with bridal party, Mrs. Webb w MILSON FRIDAY For a seven-month separatistic depot tomorrow with the of Anaheim, "down at daughter of London, who passenger ship Brazil. with a formal all-white ecclesiastical church of London, occasion an exquisite white At Night Monday bekahs to Greet dict Dignitary Official semi-annual visit district deputy president Rebekah lodge, Mrs. Reisinger of Anaheim, light the regular lodge tomorrow night, at 325ater street. on chairman for the affe Mrs. Bonnie Miller, s. Helen Pannier, noble residing, it was announcm Gazette. since 1870. John Kimball Saville reading the ceremony, witnessed by only immediate family members and close friends. The young couple repeated their vows before an all-white altar, flanked with cathedral candelabra, white stock, large wedding bells and potted palms. The aisle was carpeted in white, with rosettes of white ribbon and tulle marking the pews, and the two front posts tied with white wedding bells. Enhancing the bride's loveliness was her fragile silk net veil, finger-tip length, with tiara of orange blossoms in soft folds over her white satin wedding gown, with long sleeves, ending in a dainty point at the wrist, fitted bodice and deep silk net yolk. Given in marriage by her father, she carried an exquisitely arranged white shower bouquet entwined with bouvardia and satin ribbons, resting on her white prayer book. Sentiment was remembered in her pearl necklace, a gift from her bridgroom, and in a point lace handkerchief, which had been carried by her sister, Nancy Webb Craddock, at her wedding. Attending the bride were her two sisters, Mrs. J. E. Craddock, Jr., matron of honor, in white silk net over satin, fashioned with sweetheart neckline, fitted bodice and full flowing skirt, and carrying a bouquet of pink camellias; and maid of honor, Miss Mary Webb, in a white gown of similar fashion, and also carrying a bouquet of pink camellias. Best man was S/Sgt. Neil CHECK LIST IN SELECTING A JOB Girls, HERE ARE SOME OF THE THINGS YOU'LL WANT TO THINK ABOUT IN SELECTING A POSITION.... 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Today we celebrate our anniversary, and made The S. Q. R. Store a vital force in this energy and every improvement toward giving will continue giving you our same courteous store hours: 9:30 TO 5:30 Joan Guss and Lois Smith assisting at the guest book and Virginia Barnett, Lorraine Boettcher and Susanne Barnett at the bride's table, which was attractively arranged with white flowers and lighted tapers, and centered with the bridal cakke. The newlyweds left for a honour moon, planning to later establish their home in Hudson Falls, NY. In the receiving line with the bridal party, Mrs. Webb wore a floor-length gown of soft violet-blue and a single brown and gold orchid. Parents of the bridegroom were unable to attend the wedding. The bride, a graduate of Anaheim high school, was active in drama productions there, and a member of the drama club. She attended Occidental college and the University of Southern California, where she was affiliated with Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. She enlisted in the Waves in her junior year at the university, and is now stationed at North Island, S. D. The bridegroom, a graduate of Hudson Falls high school, has served overseas with the Marines over a period of two and one-half years, and expects his discharge in May. At present, he is stationed at Mira Mar, near San Diego. If you own a business in Anaheim you can't afford not to advertise in The Gazette. OU REMEMBER Anaheim in 1907 when it was just a ittle town of dry farms, pepper trees, dirt roads and witching posts? Orange groves were planted in later years. That was the year The S. Q. R. Store's career started, with its entire stock of merchandise on one YOU REMEMBER Anaheim in 1907 when it was just a little town of dry farms, pepper trees, dirt roads and switching posts? Orange groves were planted in later years. That was the year The S. Q. R. Store's career started, with its entire stock of merchandise on one floor at the corner of Los Angeles and Center streets. One, all through those eventful years, Orange County depended on The S. Q. R. Store for well-selected, up-to-toms of fine quality, fairly priced. For many years, this belief in honest values, fair dealing and quality merchant-worth. We our anniversary, and we reaffirm our belief in those principles that store a vital force in this community. We at all times devote our every movement toward giving you the type of merchandise you wish, and we give you our same courteous service we have been giving you for 39 years. Look back through the years with The S. Q. R. Store We have displayed in our windows a few treasures kindly loaned to us by friends. Costumes and furnishings that remind one of how Anaheim dressed and lived 39 years ago. 9:30 TO 5:30 EVERY DAY INCLUDING SATURDAY