anaheim-gazette 1948-03-04

Social and Club Activities GRACE THOMPSON Phone 2206 ARLAENE BOYD-ROBERT MILLER WED AT MISSION INN CHAPEL SATURDAY In the beautiful St. Cecilia wedding chapel of the Mission Inn, Riverside, Miss Arlaene "Pinkie" Boyd of 308 West Center street, Anaheim, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Wood of Salt Lake City, Utah, became the bride of Robert Edward Miller, of 414 West Amerige avenue, Fullerton, son of F. H. Miller of Anaheim, Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock with the Rev. William Barlow, pastor of the First Baptist church of Riverside, reading the double-ring ceremony. The young couple plighted their troth against a background setting of lighted white tapers in brass cathedral candelabra, and orange blossoms. Enhancing the bride's loveliness was her aqua suit worn with a white long sleeved blouse and gray accessories. A corsage, of seven white rose buds graced her lapel. Traditional sentiment was found in a hand-tatted handkerchief carried by the bridegroom's mother at her wedding forty years ago. Matron of honor was Mrs. Esther C. Portwood of Fullerton, sister of the groom. She was attired in a black suit, white blouse, black accessories and corsage of white carnations. Serving as best man was Robert E. Curry of Anaheim, close friend of the bridal couple. Mr. Brett of Riverside, organist, played "Always" and the traditional wedding marches. Immediately following the cereal offering Visiting Nurse Service For a regular fee of $2.00, the Visiting Nurses Association service is available to anyone under the care of a doctor. Calls are made at the home of the patient. Partial support of the agency is by the philanthropic organizations of Orange county since a portion of patients served are unable to pay the full amount of the fee, Mrs. Miriam Nikkila, director, stated. During December, 435 calls were made. This figure was increased to 504 for the month of January. The regular committee meeting on nursing of the VNA of Orange county was at the Santa Ana headquarters Friday. Committee members attending included Mrs. William Snodgrass and Mrs. E. T. Watson, of Orange, chairmen; Mrs. Sam Miller, Huntington Beach; Mrs. Edgar Hill, New York State Department of Health. Sented by sophomore students under the direction of Miss Rita Phelps, high school drama instructor. Kenyon Kohne acted in the master of ceremonies. Betty Key gave an interpretation of "Anger, Fear and Sorrow," Patsy Ketchum gave "Wish Fishin' and Jack and Jim." A show from a scene of "Good News" was played by Gypsy Kunz portraying Pat, the gold digger; Darleen Morris as Connie; Sue Lane as house maid and Jackie Whitman as Beef Marshall. "Eating an Apple" was the reeling given by Joan Spencer. Herwier presented "The Doctor Waiting Room" and Janet Schacht gave "Freckled Face Girl." A dramatization, "Hey Daddy," was portrayed by Betty Key and Patsy Ketchum. Appearing in a melodrama "Heroine, Villain and Everything" were Jackie Whitman, narrator Carol McDermot, the heroine; S.Lane, the villain; Louise Spear the hero and Jenny Welton, sound effects man, or "Everything." A life membership award was presented Mrs. Milton Kohne for appreciation of her outstanding work," said Mrs. G. Harling, life membership chairman, in making the award. A nominating committee was elected with Mrs. L. N. Haas as chairman. Committee members include Paul H. Demaree, high school principal; L. N. Haas, Mary Charles Frank and Mrs. D.Dickenson. Ralph Focht, adult educator chairman, announced the food safety class, an eight week course at 7:30 o'clock Wednesday evenings in the high school cafeteria under the guidance of Mrs. Mildred Brown. L. M. Pickel is the meat cutting demonstrator. All P.-T.A. members were invited to attend the Anheuser-Busch InBev event. Matron of honor was Mrs. Esther C. Portwood of Fullerton, sister of the groom. She was attired in a black suit, white blouse, black accessories and corsage of white carnations. Serving as best man was Robert E. Curry of Anaheim, close friend of the bridal couple. Mr. Brett of Riverside, organist, played "Always" and the traditional wedding marches. Immediately following the ceremony the wedding party had dinner at the Mission Inn. More than 75 close relatives and friends of the newlyweds attended the 8 o'clock reception that night, given by the bridegroom's brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Portwood, 414 West Amerige avenue, Fullerton. Pastel sweet peas artistically arranged throughout the home, carried out the spring wedding theme. The bride and groom cut and shared the first piece of their three-tiered wedding cake, topped with a miniature bridal couple and surrounded by orange blossoms and pink camellias. The cake was created by Mrs. Portwood. At either end of the long banquet table was a silver candle holder with a lighted white taper. Presiding at the crystal punch bowl was Mrs. Francis Howard of Anaheim, sister of the groom. Mrs. Paul Havens of Anaheim, another sister of the groom, served the wedding cake. The groom's cake at other end of table was served by Misses Mimi and Louise Portwood, nieces of the groom. Miss Daisy Vacsonavich attended the guest book. The new Mrs. Miller attended schools in Salt Lake City. Her bridegroom is a graduate of Anaheim schools. During the recent war he served five years in the Army, seeing action in the South Pacific. The newlyweds are residing at 860 South Los Angeles street, this city. Guests at the wedding were Miss Dorothy Stedman of Fullerton, Mrs. Everette Hendricks of Anaheim and Mr. and Mrs. John Remsemer of Tustin. Everybody reads the Gazette. During December, 435 calls were made. This figure was increased to 504 for the month of January. The regular committee meeting on nursing of the VNA of Orange county was at the Santa Ana headquarters Friday. Committee members attending included Mrs. William Snodgrass and Mrs. E. T. Watson, of Orange, chairmen; Mrs. Sam Miller, Huntington Beach; Mrs. Edgar Hill, Newport Beach; Mrs. C. Stanley Chapman, Fullerton; Mrs. Ray E. Finley, Westminster, and Mrs. Miriam Nikkila, director, Santa Ana. Attend P.-T.A. Founders' Day Program-Affair In a Founders' Day observance, a large number of parents and faculty members of Anaheim Union high school met in the campus library Tuesday evening of last week, with Mrs. Milton Kohne, president, presiding. Mrs. Leo Friis, Founders Day chairman, was in charge of the varied program. Mrs. Edward Milligan of Santa Ana, fourth district P.-T.A. president for the coming year was the guest speaker. Her topic was "How Firm Our Foundations." In giving a brief resume of P.-T.A. activities, she stated that there are four and one-half million members in the national association. Past presidents attending were honored including Mrs. C. A. Myers, Mrs. Juanita Ross, Mrs. Olin Cramer, Mrs. Herbert Messermith and Mrs. Melvin Salveson. Each was presented with a beautiful corsage in P.-T.A. colors of blue and gold, carried out artistically with daffodils and blue ribbons. Craig Bottger, young pianist, played two selections, "Prelude in C Minor," by Rachmaninoff, and a modern arrangement of "Three Blind Mice" by John Thompson. He accompanied his mother, Mrs. Gilbert Bottger, who sang three vocal numbers, "When Song Is Sweet," "I Passed by Your Window" and "Four Leaf Clover." Skits and readings were pre-include Paul H. Demaree, his school principal; L. N. Haas, Mr Charles Frank and Mrs. D Dickenson. Ralph Focht, adult educator chairman, announced the food safety class, an eight week course at 7:30 o'clock Wednesday evenings in the high school cafeteria under the guidance of Mrs. Mildred Brown. L. M. Pickel is the meat cutting demonstrator. All P.-T.A. members were invited to attend the Anaheim P.-T.A. council Founders' Day Friday afternoon from 2 to 9 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Emma Simon, 626 North Zeyn. Coffees and beautifully decorated cabins were served. In charge of refreshments were Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Patrick, M and Mrs. Cecil Bruce, assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stokes and Mrs. D. Smith. Mrs. Leo Friis and Mrs. Milligan poured. The corsages were donated to Mr. and Mrs. A.B.Andrade, floristry chairmen, who also created tea table centerpiece of blue and gold blossoms. House Warming, Shop Talk For Writer's Class Combining business with pleasure, members of Mrs. Helia Shaw's creative writing class, mended for the regular analytical discussion and manuscript reading period and a house warming affair in the apartment of Miss Graff Thompson, 817½ North Lemont street, Wednesday night last week Co-hostess was Miss Shirley Koenberger of Riverside. The Altadena instructor, a president of the Southern California Women's Press club and current board member of the Altadena Community theater, analyzed a clever fantasy, slanted juveniles written by one of her students in Altadena. The story has been sold to Youth magazine a Latham Foundation sponsor publication, she disclosed. Following the meeting those present lining the walls of the compact abode, partook of refreshes featuring hors d'oeuvre nut cup ingredients, tangy cheeses THE CHILDREN'S FREE PARKING 721 North Los Angeles Street Springtime Care for ... He needs plenty of good quality underwear. Some for cold blustery days, with short sleeves. Sleeveless bands for balmy warm days. See All These Needs In Our INFANT DEPARTMENT Crawlers, polo shirts and sweaters for morning play. ANAHEIM GAZETTE by sophomore students in the direction of Miss Ruth Kohne, high school drama instructor. Kenyon Kohne acted as master of ceremonies. Key gave an interpretation of "Anger, Fear and Sorrow." Ketchum gave "Wishin'," and Jack and Jim." A skit in scene of "Good News" was by Gypsy Kunz portraying the gold digger; Darleen Morrison; Sue Lane as the maid and Jackie Whitman of Marshall. An Apple" was the read-oven by Joan Spencer. Helen McDermot, the heroine; Sue Villain; Louise Spezia, the villain; Louise Spezia, the villain; Jenny Welton, the effects man, or "Everyone" membership award was presented "The Doctor's Room" and Janice gave "Freckled Faced Dramatization," "Hey Dad," portrayed by Betty Key Ketchum. In a melodrama, one, Villain and Everything," Jackie Whitman, narrator; McDermot, the heroine; Sue Villain; Louise Spezia, the villain; Jenny Welton, the effects man, or "Everyone" membership award was presented Mrs. Milton Kohne "iniation of her outstanding writing work," said Mrs. H. Focht, adult education man, announced the food savannas, an eight week course, 0 o'clock Wednesday evening in the high school cafeteria, the guidance of Mrs. Milburn. L. M. Pickel is the putting demonstrator. P.-T.A. members were invited to attend the Anaheim reliches, chocolate, bit cookies and coffee. A Hawaiian-yellow party cloth and gay paper napkins and plates decking the table and the varicolored crepe paper streamers marking the doors and windows, carried out the party theme. Flickered star nut cups complemented two gold star-shaped candle holders with yellow tapers. Those attending, in addition to Mrs. Shaw and the hostesses, included Mrs. Ethel Jacobson of Fullerton, well known iconoclastic article and verse writer; Mrs. Marjorie T. French, Fullerton Union high school instructor; Hal Russell, Fullerton Jaysee attendee; Ross Kopfer, Anaheim barber and professional poet; Junior Bullis, junior college student of Fullerton, and his mother, Mrs. Martin N. Bullis. Unable to attend were Mrs. Stewart and Mrs. R. F. Gabbert, both of Fullerton. Usual headquarters of the night writers is the Bullis home, 308 Cannon Drive, Fullerton, from 7:30 to 10 o'clock each Wednesday night. An afternoon class is instructed by Mrs. Shaw at the Sunny Hills ranch home of Mrs. Verne Smith, of Fullerton. Celebrate Silver Anniversary; Tell Son's Engagement A memorable day was Sunday for Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Howard of 417 South Citron street. The couple celebrated their silver wedding anniversary and announced the engagement of their son, Arnold Howard, Jr., and Sue Benbrooks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arch A. Benbrooks, 509 East Chartres street, during open house in their spacious home from 2 to 5 o'clock. More than 90 family members participated at Holiday Stage Signs Don Quinn Don Quinn was signed as a regular member of the Holiday Stage acting-stagecraft company which will open its summer season at Tustin high school auditorium, June 28. Last year, Quinn appeared as "Frankie" with Sterling Holloway and Oliver Cliff in "Three Men on a Horse." The signature of Quinn tallies the first of thirty apprentices to be organized during the next two months of Holiday Stage. These young actors and stage employees will serve in many capacities during their 10-week's residence, it was announced. Daytimes, seven days a week, under Barry McGee, technical director, they are assigned to build, paint and place on stage the settings for coming shows. Additionally they serve as custodians of the theater and patio, as assistants in the business office and as advertising solicitors. Nightimes, they "run the show" as crew backstage and as ushers "out front." Occasionally these apprentices are cast in supporting roles. When this occurs, the young people take time out from their regular duties to rehearse with the acting company from 9 o'clock in the morning until 6 o'clock in the evening, for one week and appear in the play the subsequent week. Last season's patrons at Holiday Stage recall, not only Quinn, but also James Connell, Barbara Cross, Beverly Heilig, David Albee and many others. for basic training. However, according to Mrs. Patton, "he likes it." Edith Browne, Mrs. Patton's daughter, talented young singer and dancer, is residing at the Evangeline hotel for women in Los Angeles. Slate Telephone Hour Programs Five distinguished concernists are appearing as guests on the telephone hour program. Paul H. Demaree, high principal; L. N. Haas, Mrs. Frank and Mrs. Dickason. Focht, adult education man, announced the food sav-ess, an eight week course, o'clock Wednesday evenin- the high school cafeteria, the guidance of Mrs. Mil-Brown. L. M. Pickel is the nutting demonstrator. P.-T.A. members were in- to attend the Anaheim council Founders' Day tea, afternoon from 2 to 5 at the home of Mrs. Emory 626 North Zeyn. Coffee beautifully decorated cakes served. charge of refreshments were and Mrs. R. A. Patrick, Mr. Mrs. Cecil Bruce, assisted by and Mrs. Albert Stokes and Smith. Mrs. Leo Friis and Milligan poured. corsages were donated by and Mrs. A. B. Andrade, flowermen, who also created the table centerpiece of blue and rossooms. House Warming, Top Talk For Letter's Class Joining business with plea-members of Mrs. Helen creative writing class, met regular analytical discus- and manuscript reading per-dued a house warming affair apartment of Miss Grace Johnson, 817½ North Lemon Wednesday night last week, press was Miss Shirley Kohler of Riverside. Altadena instructor, a past point of the Southern Californien's Press club and cur-pard member of the Alta-community theater, analyz-ever fantasy, slanted forzes, written by one of her sons in Altadena. The story men sold to Youth magazine, team Foundation sponsored edition, she disclosed. Drawing the meeting those lining the walls of the art abode, partook of refresh-featuring hors d'oeuvres, no ingredients, tangy cheese, A memorable day was Sunday for Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Howard of 417 South Citron street. The couple celebrated their silver wed-ding anniversary and announced the engagement of their son, Arnold Howard, Jr., and Sue Benbrooks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arch A. Benbrooks, 509 East Chartres street, during open house in their spacious home from 2 to 5 o'clock. More than 90 family members and close friends congratulated the Howards, who were the recepients of many lovely gifts. Centering the long banquet table was an artistic arrangement of lighted white tapers in silver holders, pink camellias and mixed sweet peas. An eggshell white cloth covered the table. Mesdames August Fitz, Curtis Horn, D. A. Graham and John Baous, served white cakes topped with a white bell and silver trim, and coffee and tea. Additional bouquets of white stocks around the large rooms added a festive note to the atmosphere. Miss Della Horn presided at the guest book. Active With College Players John Brown, son of Mrs. Alberta Brown Patton, 1011 East Broadway, now a freshman student at the State Normal college, Dillon, Montana, is an active member of the dramatic society on the campus, known as the Gargoyle club, it was learned this week. The Anaheim youth will portray a principal role in "Dulcie," three-act play to be staged soon. Brown will also be one of the stars in a vaudeville show to highlight the annual vaudeville day, April 2. He is currently writing a script for the theatrical group. In the play, he has the part of a young Hollywood scenario writer and ladies' man who eventually looses the girl. "It's fun on stage while it lasts, though," he commented in a letter to his mother. His brother, Vic Brown, who joined the United States Army recently, is stationed at Fort Ord. Vic has seven more weeks of arising at 3:30 o'clock every morning Last season's patrons at Holiday Stage recall, not only Quinn, but also James Connell, Barbara Cross, Beverly Heilig, David Albee and many others. for basic training. However, according to Mrs. Patton, "he likes it." Edith Browne, Mrs. Patton's daughter, talented young singer and dancer, is residing at the Evangeline hotel for women in Los Angeles. A versatile individual, she fills a full time secretarial and book-keeping position during the day and studies soprano roles with the Los Angeles Civic Light Opera campany in the evening. Field Man Visits Red Cross Here, Speaks to P.-T.A. Arthur Garrett, water safety first aid and accident prevention field representative of the American Red Cross, conferred with committee heads of the local chapter and with the high school P.-T.A. Monday and Tuesday. The Anaheim water safety program was discussed with Tex Middleton, safety chairman of this city. Garrett talked also with Miss Madge Sproull, first aid and accident prevention chairman of Anaheim. Tuesday night at 7:30 o'clock, the field representative spoke on accident prevention before members of the Anaheim Union high school Parent-Teachers' Association. More accidents occur in the private home than on the highways, he remarked, urging precautions which will decrease the chances of injuries or death. Elks Ladies' To Be Feted Friday Eve Carrying the annual Ladies Night dinner affair on into the pleasant future will again be noted on Friday evening when the lodge members will entertain with a dinner party at the Elk clubrooms. To begin the festivities, a delectable dinner will be served at 7 o'clock in the banquet hall. Chairman of the evening is Lloyd Verry who has scheduled a musical program to be heard during the dinner hour. Miss Eleanor King, a special writer for the Los Angeles Examiner, will be guest speaker presenting one of her EN'S SHOP Tables Street Telephone 4271 During changeable spring weather baby's wardrobe and cosmetics need special attention. Good warm sleepers for nite time and naps. Warm buntings and blankets for going calling. Rompers and coats for dress up. Los Miguelitos Elect Officers Alex Deverall was elected president of Los Miguelitos, young people's group of St. Michael's Episcopal church, recently during a special meeting in the church study, 229 East Adele street. Other officers to serve with Deverell include Leonard Harvill, vice-president; Pat Loly, secretary; Kathleen Austin, treasurer; Tom Harrison, representative to the Rector's Service Council; Wanda Chambers, refreshment chairman, and Misses Margaret Garrett and Doris Fewks, historians. The evening meeting concluded with the playing of varied games. Name Production Staff of 'Pirates' Production staff for "Pirates of Penzance," popular operetta to be presented by Fullerton Junior college, has been named by C. Earl Narramore, jaysee vocal instructor, and student assistant John Archey of Huntington Beach. Dramatic action for the operetta will be directed by Mrs. Mar- this month, it was announced today by R. J. Rossberg, manager of the local Pacific Telephone and Telegraph company. The broadcasts are at 9 p.m. over NBC network on Monday. Bidu Sayao, famed Brazilian soprano, was heard last Monday singing Micaela's aria from Bizet's "Carmen" during the program. John Charles Thomas will be heard on March 8. The popular Metropolitan baritone will sing Wolfe's "G'wine to Heaven," among other solos. March 15, Jussi Bjoerling, noted Swedish tenor, will appear for the first time. Featuring Artur Rubinstein will be the March 22 program. Among other selections, the world-acclaimed pianist will play Rachmaninoff's "Prélude in C Sharp Minor." Fritz Kreisler, renowned violinist, will be heard March 29. Early Pioneer Visits Here Yes, the old town certainly has changed, according to former pioneer resident of Anaheim, Wilber Martin of Portland, Oregon. After residing here for more than ten PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 4 FOR ADDITIONAL SOCIETY NEWS Bill Fackiner Public Accountant Income Tax Evenings by Appointment 275 E. Center St. Phone 4168 In Frank Tausch Insurance Office Wardrobe custodians include with Black of La Habra and Berdette Heinz of Anaheim. Rob umb of Yorba Linda will assist th street banner printing. Slate Telephone Hour Programs Five distinguished concert solos are appearing as guest artists the telephone hour programs Bill Fackiner Public Accountant Income Tax Evenings by Appointment 275 E. Center St. Phone 4168 In Frank Tausch Insurance Office The S.Q.R. 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