anaheim-gazette 1959-11-05

THIS IS A Telephone PR 2-1800 Woman's World Home Phone JA 7-3784 Doris Lee—Social—Club Editor Diane Ballenger Is Bride of Robert Durbin A setting of fall colors and foliage formed the background for the double ring nuptial rites uniting Diane Ballenger of Anaheim and Robert Durbin of Brea at the First Baptist Church. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Dick Switzgebel, pastor. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Ballenger of 828 Jade Way, and the bridegroom is the son of Henry Durbin of Brea. Escorted by her father, the bride wore white silk taffeta and lace and waist-length tulle veil attached to a Juliet cap of lace and pearls. Miss June Millard, wearing Kelly green, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were the Misses Mary Baver, Patricia Waltes and Roxie Thompson. They all wore pale green gowns. Jack Durbin was his brother's best man. A reception was held at Capilla de San Antonio after which the couple left for a trip to Las Vegas. "WINGS OF GOLD"—Navy Ens. John W. Brooks, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Brooks of 9342 Hillview Rd., Anaheim, smiles as his wife, the former Miss Elizabeth A. Bellmore of 634 Hawthorne St., Anaheim, pins on his "Wings of Gold" during ceremonies at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Fla. The Wings signify completion of advanced flight training. Before entering the service in June, 1958, Ens. Brooks was graduated from Stanford University. VFW Auxiliary Sets Rummage Sale Members of the Ladies Auxiliary 3173 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold a rum-mage sale Nov. 13 and 14 in the VFW hall on Philadelphia St., it was announced by Adeline Schroeder, chairman, at a meeting of the group recently. St. Justin Sets First Festival St. Justin Martyr Church, which was organized last July, will hold its first festival and Spanish dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the church grounds on Ball Rd. and Empire St. Sponsored by the Women's VFW Auxiliary Sets Rummage Sale Members of the Ladies Auxiliary 3173 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold a rummage sale Nov. 13 and 14 in the VFW hall on Philadelphia St., it was announced by Adeline Schroeder, chairman, at a meeting of the group recently. Elizabeth Aldrich presided and Florence Carroll substituted for Secretary Opal Walter. The sale will open its doors at 9 a.m. both days. A bazaar is also scheduled by the women for Dec. 4 and 5 at the hall. A letter of thanks was read by Ivy Ryan for the numerous get-well cards sent to her. World War I Vets Plan Anaheim Rally The Orange County auxiliaries and barracks of the Veterans of World War I will hold an Armistice Day rally at the Anaheim American Legion hall on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m. to which all veterans of World War I and their families are invited to attend. There will be a pot luck dinner at 6 p.m. as well as speakers; music and entertainment. The eight county barracks are comprised of Anaheim, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Orange, Dana Point, Garden Grove, Costa Mesa and Buena Park. St. Justin Sets First Festival St. Justin Martyr Church, which was organized last July, will hold its first festival and Spanish dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the church grounds on Ball Rd. and Empire St. Sponsored by the Women's Council and the Men's Club with Mrs. Mark Cahill and Leon Roy as co-chairmen, the festival will feature 15 game and food booths. The event will be open from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday; 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 10 p.m. Sunday. The Spanish dinner menu will include tacos and enchiladas served by the parishioners of Independencia Mission. Relief Corps Has Costume Breakfast Members of A. B. Paul Relief Corps, a patriotic order for the benefit of veterans of all wars, held their Halloween Costume Breakfast at the home of Mrs. Mary Hatfield, 542 S. Citron, who has announced that proceeds from it will go into the Corps fund. At a recent meeting, Gertrude Gilbert, department president, and members of her official family were entertained with a luncheon served at 11:30 a.m.; Nine Corps were represented. WE SAVE AT... Anaheim Savings and Loan Association We Like the... Friendly, Courteous Service and Full Measure Miss June Millard, wearing Kelly green, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were the Misses Mary Baver, Patricia Waltes and Roxie Thompson. They all wore pale green gowns. Jack Durbin was his brother's best man. A reception was held at Capilla de San Antonio after which the couple left for a trip to Las Vegas. The bride is a graduate of Anaheim High School and her husband is a graduate of Brea High School and attended Fullerton Junior College. He is employed by Vista Furniture company in Anaheim. The couple is making their home in Fullerton. SOCIAL BRIEFSE Carolyn Bridge of Anaheim a sophomore at Santa Ana College, won an honorable mention award for news writing in the writing contests held during the national convention of Betta Phil Gamma, national junior college journalism fraternity, at El Camino College recently. Raymind C, Boess, son of F. Boese, well-known accountant in this area, played in a recital Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Santa Ana He is college organist and assistant professor of music at St. Olaf College, Northfield Minn. "Wonderful Tong," first in the children's theatre series will be presented by the Californias High School students of Whittier Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in Anaheim High School auditorium sponsored by the Anaheim Junior Ebell Club and the Parks and Recreation Department. The Anaheim Choraleers will hold auditions for vocal solo in the Dec. 20 performance of "The Messiah," to be held in Anaheim. Tryouts begin at p.m. at Anaheim High School. We Like the... Friendly, Courteous Service and Full Measure of Earnings ALL ACCOUNTS INSURED UP TO $10,000 EARN With SAFETY A GUARANTEED ANAHEIM SAVINGS & LOAN Association 4% Per Annum Payable 4 Times Per Year Western High School Sets Parents Night A "must" on every parent's calendar is "Back to School Night," at Western High School tonight, according to John McGrew, boys' vice-principal. The activities for the evening are scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. in the girls' gymnasium where, after a brief preliminary meeting and entertainment by the "Pep Band," the parents will be given maps to assist them in finding various classrooms. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, we are sending a letter to parents of Western High School students," said McGrew; "urging them to attend this PTA-sponsored event, and cordially inviting them to play 'student' for a few hours. We shall divide our evening into ten-minute periods," he continued, "with five minute breaks between classes. In this manner the parents will be able to attend each one of their youngsters classes and hear the teacher present a brief outline of the aims of each course." Willbur Braun, faculty co-ordinator for "Back to School Night," said the teachers are wholeheartedly entering into the plans for the event, since in this manner parents will obtain a first hand knowledge of what their young people do during the school day and have an opportunity to meet the teachers and make arrangements for a conference if there be a need for one. He also stated that students will provide their parents with their schedule of classes and room numbers in which they are held and that there will be guides posted in the hallways to direct "lost parents" to the proper rooms. Chester R. Shirk, Western High School principal, stated that the administrative staff, as well as the faculty, extends a warm invitation to all Western High School parents to attend this important event tonight. Price PTA Membership Drive Nets 850 Membership chairmen, Mrs. Byron Keeler and Mrs. C. C. Lenard, Adelaide Price PTA, have just announced the con Junior Assistance League 'Dansant' Set for Nov. 28 Final details for the Holiday Dansant" to be held by the Junior Assistance League of Anaheim are shaping up, according to Mrs. Leonard Bouas, MINER WHITFORD —SAC chairman Local People Are SAC Fest Cheirmen Mr. and Mrs. Francis Hall of Anaheim are co-chairmen for the class reunion of 1934 and Ralph Longbotham, also of Anaheim, is co-chairman for the class reunion of 1949 to be held as part of the 45th Homecoming festivities at Santa Ana College this weekend. Eight class reunions in all will be held, along with the football game, the dance and crowning of the royal court. Miner Whitford, student president in 1934 and a poulttriness owner in Orange, is general alumni chairman and will preside over the reunions Saturday night. Jon Collier Cast June Millard, wearing green, was maid of honor. Amids were the Misses Bever, Patricia Waites and Xolee Thompson. They all pale green gowns. Durbin was his broth-stest man. Reception was held at Caleb San Antonio after the couple left for a trip to Vegas. Bride is a graduate of High School and her husband is a graduate of Brea School and attended Fullerton Junior College. He is loved by Vista Furniture company in Anaheim. Couple is making their first fullerton. SOCIAL BRIEFS Polyn Bridge of Anaheim, homore at Santa Ana College won an honorable menow for news writing in writing contests held during national convention of Beta gamma, national junior col-ournalism fraternity, at minno College recently. Amind C, Boese, son of I. Boese, well-known accountant in this area, played in a First Church of Santa Ana college organist and assistant professor of music at Laff College, Northfield. Wonderful Tong," first in children's theatre series, presented by the Cali- High School students of Shittler Saturday at 10:30 and 1:30 p.m. in Anaheim School auditorium sponsored by the Anaheim Junior Club and the Parks and Recreation Department. Anaheim Choraleers will auditions for vocal solos on Dec. 20 performance of Messiah," to be held in Anaheim. Tryouts begin at 7 at Anaheim High School. Price PTA Membership Drive Nets 850 Membership chairmen, Mrs. Byron Keeler and Mrs. C. C. Lenard, Adelaide Price PTA, have just announced the conclusion of the membership drive this past week with 850 members. Thirty-one out of thirty-three rooms reports 100 per cent membership. Starting today, hot dogs, punch and cup cakes will be sold to the students the first Thursday of each month with the exception of January when the food will be sold on the second Thursday. Tickets will be sold the preceding Mondays and Tuesdays. Executive board members subscribed to the Parent-Teacher magazine 100 per cent, said Mrs. Guy Crow, magazine chairman. Any parents wishing to subscribe to either the state or national magazines may contact Mrs. Crow, KE 5-6871, for information. The Nov. 9 meeting will feature a panel discussion with John Lindell, former New York Yankee star; Bobby Adams, who spent 12 years in the major leagues; and Bob Hager, physical education instructor and coach from Anaheim Union High School. The topic is "Understanding Through Good Sportsmanship." Also on the agenda will be the presentation by Herbert Lawson, boys youth representative, of the charter of Boy Scout Troop 26. Mrs. Joe Brown, school education chairman of Anaheim Council will give more information on Spanish lessons. Square Dancers in Hallowe'en Party The Circle Y Square Dance Club held a Party Dance in the American Legion hall last Friday with Bud Lesher, the club's regular caller leading the festivities. Junior Assistance League 'Dansant' Set for Nov. 28 Final details for the Holiday Dansant" to be held by the Junior Assistance League of Anaheim are shaping up, according to Mrs. Leonard Bouas, ways and means, in her report at a recent meeting conducted by Mrs. William Suiter, president, at the League clubhouse. The affair will be held at the clubhouse Nov. 28 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bob Froeschle's orchestra will play during the evening of dancing and canapes will be served. Committee members include Mrs. Henry Dahl, Mrs. Howard Loudon, Mrs. Richard Metteer and Mrs. Cecil Rospaw. Mrs. William Woods is arranging details for members to prepare 100 pounds of candy for the Senior Assistance League for their annual "Tables and Tea" event Nov. 19. Hostesses for the evening were Mrs. John Anderson, Mrs. Cecil Rospaw, Mrs. Marvin Erickson and Mrs. Richard Sullivan. Institute Holds Dinner-Meeting Our Lady of the Rosary Institute 109 met at the Assistance League clubhouse following a dinner at The Palms Restaurant and welcomed Mrs. Alba Silba, grand president, on her official visit. New members were welcomed also. Past President Mrs. Louis Benner presided and Mrs. Joseph White president, introduced the past grand president, Helen Crome of Fullerton: Monica Ryan, district deputy; and Janet Carter, Institute deputy. Father Paul Peterson, Institute chaplain, welcomed the new members and spoke on "Success and Unity." New members are: Francis Pain Leo Bank Rite Corr Eight class reunions all will be held, along with the football game, the dance and crowning of the royal court. Miner Whitford, student president in 1934 and a poultry ranch owner in Orange, is general alumni chairman and will preside over the reunions Saturday night. Jon Collier Cast Jon Elizabeth Collier of 40 S. Baker St. Anaheim, is in the cast of "Parlor Story," comedy to be presented Nov. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. in Little Theater at Chapman College. She is a freshman speech arts major. New Arrivals Garden Park General Hospital Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Heinings, 9572 Pacific Ave., a son 7 lbs. 8 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Beza, 419 Belair, a daughter, lbs. 1 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Bertram Baernman, 212 W. Orangewood, daughter, 6 lbs. 1 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Crackel, 887 S. Philadelphia, daughter, 6 lbs. 8½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bright, 2656 Ball Rd., a son, lbs. 5 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Jon D. Vorgaubg, 621 E. Vermont, a son 7 lbs. 6 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Sorrells, 1614 Cedar St., a son 8 lbs. 7½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. Dale L. Morten sen, 406 S. West, a daughter lbs. 4½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Lyon Jr., 9801 Harlee, a son, lbs. 7 lbs. 7 oz. Mr. and Mrs. James A.Ewood, 2957 W. Orange Ave., daughter, lbs. 15 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hardin, 2648 Yale Ave., a son 6 lbs. 14 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Donald E.Ruillem Chanticleer Square Dancers in Hallowe'en Party The Circle Y Square Dance Club held a Party Dance in the American Legion hall last Friday with Bud Lesher, the club's regular caller leading the festivities. Refreshments were served by the James Albrechts, Al Bims and Les Bothwells. Mr. and Mrs. Herb Sagerquist were social chairmen. The Circle Y Square dance every first, third and fifth Friday evenings, and the dances are open to all square dancers in the area. Information is available at the YMCA, KE 5-2165. CSEA Makes Plans For Social Meeting Plans for a social meeting in December were discussed by members of Centralia School district's unit of CSEA, an organization for employees who are not teachers, at their October meeting. Joe Koebert, president, appointed a committee to make final arrangements for a Christmas party to which families of the members and their children will be invited. Members appointed were Mines, Viola Sewtell, Catherine Clark, Miss Beth Kroesen, A. J. Southard and S. S. Donaldson. Benner presided and Mrs. Joseph White president, introduced the past grand president, Helen Crome of Fullerton: Monica Ryan, district deputy; and Janet Carter, Institute deputy. Father Paul Peterson, Institute chaplain, welcomed the new members and spoke on "Success and Unity." New members are: Francis Bain, LeRose Renk, Rita Corbett, Kathy Denevan, Mary Renk, Lois Lucas, Agnes Mullen, Grace Spehn, Donna Yester and Marie Yannett. Mrs. Steve Gallagher, a charter member, was present. It was announced that a rummage sale in the old bowling alley on S. Los Angeles St. will be held Nov. 12, 13 and 14. Mrs. Ray Hudson is in charge. Assistance League Is Hostess to NAL Mrs. Melvin Duffy, president of the Anaheim Assistance League, gave the welcome from the hostess chapter when the National Assistance League held its annual meeting at the Disneyland Hotel recently. Elections were held and Mrs. Horace E. Martin of West Los Angeles was named president. Others named were: Mrs., P. James Kirby, second vice president; and Mrs. Russell Kimble, corresponding secretary. Mrs. Charles Pearson, Mrs. Hal Hammons and Mrs. Henry Davis will continue two-year terms of office. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Lyon Jr., 9801 Harlee, a son, 7 lbs. 7 oz. Mr. and Mrs. James A. Eawood, 2957 W. Orange Ave., daughter, 5 lbs. 15 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hardin, 2648 Yale Ave., a son, 6 lbs. 14 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Rinson, 8872 Chanticleer daughter, 7 lbs. 7 oz. Mr. and Mrs. James F. Hickman, 8861 Monterey St., a daughter, 8 lbs. 11 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Mack R. Gerstaff, 2130 W. Cerritas daughter, 9 lbs. Mr. and Mrs. William S. Vitt, 10661 Harcourt Ave., daughter, 7 lbs. 4½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. James E. DeBord, 2031 Beacon, a son, 6 lbs., oz. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Lewis, 1758 West Cris Ave., son, 8 lbs. 6½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Keen, 330 W. Vermont, Apt. B, a son, 8 lbs. 2½ oz. Anaheim Memorial Hospital Mr. and Mrs. Richard Blanmore, 2821 W. Kays Lane daughter, 6 lbs. 6 oz. Mr. and Mrs. James Ard, 8 Kathryn Dr., a daughter, 8 3 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Simons, 1331 Chevy Cahse Dr., daughter, 8 lbs. 10½ oz. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Peal, 1226 Arlington Ave., a dauntier, 6 lbs. 5 oz. B1 - Anaheim Gazette (Anaheim, California, Nov. 8, 1953) Children's Theatre to Stage Fourth Play of Series February 27 The "Steadfast Tin Soldier," as produced by the Sutro Players of Los Angeles, has been announced as the fourth of the plays to be staged in the live children's theatre series being presented in Anaheim under the auspices of the Junior Ebell Club of Anaheim and the Anaheim Park and Recreation Department. The play, slated in Anaheim Feb. 27, is an adaptation of a "Jans Christian Anderson story" with the original music arranged by Ethelwyn Sutro of the studio. The original music, composed especially for the BPW Council Dinner-Meet Is November 12 The Orange County Council of Business and Professional Women's Clubs will hold its third regular dinner meeting, Thursday, November 12, at the Newport Harbor Yacht Club, 720 West Bay Avenue, Balboa, at 7 p.m. according to announcement made by Miss Eunice McGowen, president. The Newport Harbor BPWC will act as hosts under the leadership of Mrs. Marguerite Forgit, president. Reservations should reach Mrs. Dorothy Palen, 428 Holmwood, Newport Beach, by November 9. The professional cast has staged other children's productions, including the famous Dr. Seuss story, "The 500 Hats of Bartholomew," and an estimated 23,000 children and adults throughout Southern California have enjoyed these productions. By the time the run of the "Steadfast Tin Soldier" closes, an additional 13,000 will be added to this number. The theatre series will be held at the Anaheim High School Auditorium at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Other plays in the series are: "The Wonderful Tang." Nov. 7; "Mr. Popper's Penguins," Jan. 9; "Heidi," April 2. Tickets are now available for children in the third through sixth grades at the Anaheim Park and Recreation Department. For further information, call KE 3-1321, extension 85 or 86. Soroptimists Make Plans for Benefit Proceeds from a money tree and rummage sale to be held in December will be donated to local service, it was announced at the regular meeting of the Soroptimist Club of Anaheim at the Gourmet Restaurant. Joseph White, president, in Mrs. Margaret Peterson and Mrs. Geraldine Bennett are in NOW GET 41% MORE at KEYSTONE WHERE you save DOES make a difference! 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