The Key West Citizen Newspaper, October 17, 1952, Page 4

. Page 4 “THE KEY WEST. CITIZEN. Friday, October 17, 1952 SOCLETY . MARGARET FORESMAN, Society Editor SHOP HOPPING WITH JAXON auch to report in the anni- zy line today. This date is vxtant to only a few people... anie will be in tonight for just, tao days, but oh boy, we sure have! a happy family again ... for two days that is, On the sordid side, in 1949 there was a flood in Guatamala in which 1000 lives were lost. It isn’t much fun reporting catastrophies and tragedies, ‘so let’s skip right on to the shopping. zk *& * Sinatra and Oliver Wendell Holmes too, all in the same when it comes to we: their shoes and/or outgrow them you know it won't be long and you’ll be wanting Dr. Posner's. xk ke * We’ve heard so much dbout the United States of Texas during a lifetime, we’re even threatening to go there to find out if it’s true. In “48 states of mind” tho, is an article that is downright discourag- ing for an indoor gal like me. Ballyhoo of the Southwest Sports and Vacation Show held in Dallas, Texas sent in a squib that says that hunters shoot 40,000 white tail- ;ed deer annually, a mere tenth of the annual crop. Also thousands of quail, geese, wild turkeys, ducks | and other winged game. And with- | out much of a dent in the vast used if not so many years ago | and still does, Once it was only | for the guys, now it’s for -the dolls, but good. Yesterday at Leona Shop were displayed the cutest string ties « + « clip on models for « gal’s tailored blouse you ever satin in colors with a fin stripe, you'll see ‘little female Kentucky Colonels all over town very soon we predict. x« * * 1 know I’m talking like a yankee when I suggest oysters in Key West, but now that they are again in sea- son and the shipped in frozen ones are on display here in quantities, T’d sure like to introduce them to Conchs and maybe even whomp up a new oyster dish conch style! However, until someone comes up with a smart oyster recipe let’s try; creamed ones. Don’t have the sauce too thick, and be generous with the; butter, salt and pepper. Served on} thin crisp toast, no buffet supper) * should dare appear without : them. Just plain good on Saturday night too, when you want to dash off to a movie or are home tired from! the beach. » xe It seems like everybody wants to get into the act. Most recent is Bill | Gibb who yesterday tried to start a; m ized feud in “This Rock” by making snide remarks about wom- en drivers, and particularly me. Nice I have a chance to answer, huh? Well, anent the famous trek down Truman Ave., Bill: You prob- ably misin\ ted the first ‘hand signal, Tt @ busy intersection, ang, you being so careful not to run down any of the young fry who dart about there. We'll let that one stand. However, it was you who noticed the well dressed gals 1) supposedly slowed down for, not "t even see them. The it I alternately slowed up because I was) a MAN driver, an out who was rubbernecking cut? Well, I couldn't} a black Chevie that as Much too close behind, so in| to get out of its way, and so "t climb up the rear end car, I ducked, while on the subject of male s female at the wheel, it be well to point to statistics by accredited Insurance in these United States that ically state that male driv- are ble for 68% of all automobile accidents which, if lam correct leaves only 38% to the) women and ‘children. It’s no use Gibb. You can't fight with me. In fact, on the day I ard bet i £2 8 z ? i ‘The corner I seh] * * Pi bet there are @ lot of i sters: around who ere wishing right now as they kick off their | shoes and massage aching toot- sles, that their parents hed paid littie attention te the kind of That's why Dr. Pesner shees | votes, numbers available either. Well now, it seems to me that in Texas the fear of women drivers should be non-existent. A guy would be too busy dodging white tailed deer... or quail. . Kine: & Indoor plants are nicest for me +++ You may be 1 like to loll around and ai 5 Baldwin’s on Simonton St. have a nice variety. Now I’m not horti- culturally inclined, and wouldn't stop to name any of them, all | can say is, they are the exotic ones you associate with dripping green jungles with shiny dark leaves and spiky stems. Some- thing to build the decor of a whole house around. For you out of door fiends... Baldwin’s have gladiola bulbs and Petunia plants . . . so there! x kek Another limerick if you can stand it... one from the Cerfboard this time: There was a young man 80 be- nighted He didn’t know when he was slighted He went to a party And ate just as hearty As if he’d been really invited, x ek « t's hard to imagine a sailor in red... that is, it's hard to imagine one until the cute little red s cotton jersey at Children’s Cor- ner. Made with a Sailor’s Blouse and short pants, it’s a cute style ‘end so washable. Also comes in regulation Navy blue. Another knit style mothers will welcome is a houndstooth button down the front two piecer. Smart little suspendered shorts can be worn with the top or separately with a shirt. These in blue, brown or green for little fellows two fe four. Children’s Corner is beginning te look like Santa Claus‘ toyland with more to.come. I’m going there often. Too big to play, but net too old te look! One game | could enjoy . . . electric football . ++ all the fun, none of the | hazards. * PN od We read somewhere that with elections close upon us we might! take a good look at what others do. Among candidates for England's Parliament some argue themselves right out of votes. One candidate in the last election called himself the independent millionaires’ can- | PERSONALS... NEWS OF INTEREST TO WOMEN ITEMS OF INTEREST TO EVERYONE Brownies Present | Jack Clarke Talks About Drama, Demonstrates Techniques For Club FRA Ladies Give Banquet Honoring National Officers Of Navy Wives The CPO Club at Boca Chica given last night by the ladies of the Fleet Reserve Association, Unit 56, in honor of the National officers of the Navy Wives Clubs of *. America, Robert.M. Graham, national par- liamentarian of the Fleet. Reserve Association, was the master of cer- emonies and guest speaker at the affair. Before dinner, he introduced each of the Navy Wives National offjcers present. They were Mrs. H. J. Walker, Bremerton, Wash., national president; Mrs. Waneta Gizara, Long’ Beach, Calif., nation- al vice president; Mrs. Helen Friend, N. Augusta, §. C., national treasurer; and Mrs. Dorothy Ham- ilton, Great Lakes, Ill., acting sec- retary. ‘The dinner was served on tables decorated with long sprays of fern arranged with hibiscus and peri- winkles. Plaee cards were attached to tulip shells, which were souven- irs for the guests. Shrimp cocktail, turkey and dres- sing, mashed potatoes, peas, rolls, salad and coffee were served. The committee in charge of mak- ing arrangements for the banquet were Mrs. Helen Castagna, chair- man, assisted by Mrs. Ella Morton, president of Unit 56, and Mrs. Sue Payne. The topic of Mr. Graham's talk of the evening was ‘The Constitu- tion of the United States, our Heri- tage, Our Protection.” In the speech he outlined the history of the making of the Constitution and told of what if should mean to us as citizens. When we study this great document we can “take re- newed faith in the wisdom of our forefathers,” Mr. Graham said. Mrs, Ruth Graham presented greetings to ‘the group from the National President of the Ladies Units of the Fleet Reserve Associa- tion to the Navy Wives Convention. Each of the national officers of the Navy Wives group was present- ed with a lovely pair of shell ear- rings as a token of her stay in Key West. Mrs. Ralph, Skylstead, who is in the Dependent’s Aid section of the Bureau of Naval Personnel in Wash ington, was a special guest at the banquet. FT. TAYLOR DUPLICATE GROUP HAS FINE START The first meeting of the Ft. Tay- lor Duplicate Bridge Club, held on Tuesday at the Club at 7:45, pre- saged a season for the group. Twenty players were pre- sent, and more are expected at the next session. North + South high winners were Mr. and Mrs. V. A. Lang. Second in the north-south spot were Lt. and Mrs. R, A, Harris. East-west win- ners were Mrs Wales Benham and Mrs. R. Hoff, Yirst, with Ledr. and Mrs. R. L. Workman second. Col. R. E. Vermette is in charge of the Duplicate group for this sea- son, and he states that a great deal of interest has been expressed More players are anticipated for next Tuesday night’s session which | will be held at the same hour at the Ft. Taylor Officers Club. ‘Newly Elected GSO Officers Are Installed The Girl’s Service Organization of the USO-YMCA Key West, in- stalled its newly elected officers at a Columbus Day “tea Tuesday afternoon on the USO-YMCA patio. A lace covered table cloth was set with flowers and refreshments served before and following the in- didate. This is probably because he} statlation, Miss Dorothy L. Rath, owns a string of movie theatres.) program director, presented the Another campaigned for a one-| new officers to the men and host- hour a day work schedule. This one} esses present, and gave each off- is retired, they say. The third one} who takes the cake .... but no advocated legalized cock- fighting, confiscation of all jewelry to pay for Britain's imports and the lowering of the school depar- ture age from fifteen to twelve. I take it that these must be men with nothing to do but run for/ something, and it is my suspicion} | that we have a few im the good old) Surer. icer her oath of office, Miss Francine Johnson, 2911 Staples Ave., was installed as pres- ident of the organization. Miss Johnson previously served as pres- ident last year. Miss Dorothy Johnson, 621 Olivia St., was in- stalled as vice president, and Miss Faye Lowe, 816 Francis St., will hold the office of secretary-trea- U.S... . that is after listening to some speeches. * = Try Donald's where dyeing is @ xx ft Time to go again, our Hopping for the first of the week always has to take place on Saturday when the shopping day is longer than usual. Hurray for us! I hope that Bill Gibb or no ox else, got mad at me for this co umn, but gee, a gal has to go} The girls with i ant of their . They will hold office for the coming six months. CALL IS OUT FOR TOYS: FOR NAVY THRIFT SHOP The Navy Thrift Shop urgently needs toys. Special cycles, tricycles, wagons and ers. These will be repaired painted for tribution. were designed. All sorts of feet | around protecting herself, Maybe please lea < were studied, and proper foot- (he will call for a duel at dawn missary Store; or : wear made over actual molds fer | with bumpers at ten paces. See s designs | and you around dueling! Love and hugs. Jaxon—{ Advt.) APPLY TO WED Edward Jessie Granger, 21, U Gilmore ‘and Freda Louise Inm 2, Miami Beach, Fis. have apr for a marriage Heense at the fice of County Judge Raymond Lerd. Porter J. MeCuterbeon, 3. ' Navy and Helen A. Grover, @, Vs ' Califorma Pave also apr red, Mr. need i was the scene of a lavish banquet New Writers Club Draws Fine Bead On Group Target The recently formed amateur, professional and semi-proiessional group of writers in the area held their first discussion group Wednes- day night at the home of Dorothy Raymer, No. 4 Charles st. and got off to a well-planned start. No officers or group dues went into the formation design. It was simply decided that a monitor will take charge at each meting and that members will *.t: in. this job. The next gathering will be Wednesday, Oct. 29 at the home of Jeanne Skewis, corner of Telegraph Lane and Chatles st.,*in the up stairs apartment. She will be moni- tor next time and also volunteered to be librarian for the group. The ten initial attendees formed a round table with Dorothy Ray- mer as monitor. She briefly out- lined the aim of the group which is primarily to help those who want to write both for their own pleasure and for potential market value. “You can only learn to write by writing, not just talking about it,” was one of the first tenets of the session. Each member in turn stat- ed individual aims and preferences vin different writing fields rangiag from short stories, verse, magazine and newspaper articles and fea- tures through novels. A formula for writing which wouldn’t be hampered too much even by time out for baby formulas (some of the writers have families) was part of the briefing. First ingredient is discipline, 1. e., to set aside some time every day to write. Dick Sphaine told of a successful writer in Connecticut who turned out a 550 page novel which soid although he only found 20 minutes of free time every day in which to work on the book. Second jot on the formula was to keep a notebook in which to put down ideas, impressions, phrases, and anything that might be of fu- ture value for a piece of writing. It was pointed out that Novelist Thomas Wolfe did this and as a re- sult had a storehoise of matecial from \.Lich to draw. A word, a rhrare, can be used as a clue which ean be developed further in expan- sion. Third portion for the recipe is persistat.ce. Not just persistance i+ writing but also in re-writing and tn re-submitting to markets even though rejection slips may be gar- nered by the sheaf. It was em- phasized that although the Yinancial angle is top consideration, that writing for fun of it and for therapy has its benefits. Although most schools of instruction and most ex- perienced writers begin with a de- finite publisher or market in mind, it may not be conducive to creative thought especially with beginners. Rule four concerned subject matter, at least for amateurs with the sound advice for writers to stick to what they know about on themes with which they are actual- ly acquainted. It was suggested that writing about Timbuctoo by cne who has never been there should be taboo at least for the i experienced scribe. Another important part of the formula was the study of styles by various authors and the survey of what certain publications use. With this in mind, the monitor distribut- ed various magazines and promis- ed to loan textbooks and fiction books for study. Members will check reading muterial in and out through the library which Mrs. Skewis will manage at her home. Proper preparation of, a manu- seript to be submitted and the in- formation will be discussed at the next meeting. It was also decided that when a member has completed and polished a piece of writing which he wants to send off to a) market, that a professional typist | | either from the group or hired may | be made available. | At the Oct. 29 round-table, each member is asked to bring a first draft @f a character sketch similar to the kind appearing in the Read. | et’s Digest. Anyone who was not present at the first meeting and who wishes to affiliate with the | group may do so and also bring a | q |ebaracter sketch. Helpful sugges- | tion and constructive criticism will | Present at the charter meeting | were May Rene Rodin, Gloria | , Larry and Tomi Karns, | Splaine, Jeanne Skewis, Jim Don Pearson, Marianne Ka- j we expressed in- | Cmdr. Ray Byras, Kay Hanskat Susan McAvoy, Margaret } Foresman, Joe Hurks, Bob Me-) }Quain and John Miller. | Want to. make tartar sauce ie a | to serve with oysters, sca 1 or fried theh fillets? Just mix atjer cup of pickle relish with 4 qp of mayoonaice. Program At Harris P.T.A. Gathering The Brownies of Troop No. 9, which is sponsored by the Harris School ».T.A., presented the pro- gram for the P.T.A. meeting Tuesday, October 14, at the school. Following the invocation by the Rev. John Armfield and the P.T.A. prayer by Mrs. Vendaline Russell, the Brownies began their program. Presentation of Flags was made by a Color Guard made up of Brownies. The pledge of allegiance and the singing of the National Anthem were par- ticipated in by the entire audi- ence, The Brownies Promise and ten Girl Scout Laws were given by the Brownie Troop. All the girls sang ‘The Brownie Smile,” the Spider song and “Hippity Hop to the Barber Shop.” The forma- tion of their Friendship Circle concluded the program. Glenwood Sweeting, © P.T.A. president, called the meeting to order for the business session. Reports from the various com- mittee chairmen were called for. It was announced that Mrs Carolyn Hatfield and Mr. and Mrs. James Deland were re- sponsible for the program of the year’s activities which were passed out. This year’s theme is “Guiding the Child Today for Leadership Tomorrow.” Mrs. Gloria Hancock, publicity chairman, presented the audience with reasons as to why they should vote “Yes” for Amend- ment One in the November 4 election. Principal Randolph T: Russell thanked the Brownies for their performance and credited them with responsibility for the large audience present. He told parents to note the teacher’s name plates which have been placed on the doors. These were made possible through the courtesy of an un- named firm in Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Miriam Crawford, music supervisor for Harris School, Played two selections on the piccolo, “Traumerei” and “Ro- mance.” She was accompanied on the piano by Miss Martha Marris, fifth grade teacher. At the conclusion of the ‘meet- ing, refreshments were served in the school library. Hostesses were Mrs. Florence Key, Mrs. Louise Hart and Mrs, Alice Coming Events FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17—~ Alcoholics Anonymous, First a Church Annex, p.m. Old fashioned Hymn sing and fellowship hour, Poinciana Bap- tist Church, sponsored by Youth for Christ, 7:30 p.m. ery of Pythias, Pythian Hall, p.m, Key West Amateur Radio Club, National Guard Armory, 7:30 p.m.- Triangle Club of Pythian Sisters, Pythian Temple, 7:30 p.m. Key West Shrine Club, 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18— street Methodist Church, Fleming street, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 20— Key West Duplicate Bridge Asso- ciation, Jaycee Club House, Flagler Ave., 7:45 p.m. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21— Kiwanis Club, dinner meeting, 6:30 p.m. Youth for Curist Bible Study Methodist Church, 729 Flem- ing street, 7:30 p m. Ft. Taylor Duplicate Bridge Club, at Ft. Taylor, 7:45 p.m. Key West Chapter No. 3, Dis- abled. American Veterans, 42 Amelia St., 8 p.m. Key West Assembly No. 13 Order of Rainbow Girls, Scottish Rite Temple, 7:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, American Le- gion Home, Stock Island, 8 p.m. Minoca Council No. 13, Degree of Pocahontas, at Redman Hall, 7:30 p.m. Key West High School PTA, gt school, 8 p.m. é Beta Sigma Phi Sorority en- oyed an interesting program and “model_ meeting” Monday night at San Carlos. The program was arranged by Elizabeth Atcheson, chairman, and Florence Rabon, co-chairman. Jack Clarke of the Key West Players was introduced. He lec- tured on Drama and used a scene from “The Valiant” to illustrate how a dramatic scene was handled years ago in contrast to the way it would be played today. The audience indicated their sincere appreciation of Mr. Clarke's ability by giving him 4 rousing ovation. The “model meeting” followed with Ellie Rae Gwynn giving the history of Beta Sigma Phi from its founding by Walter W. Ross in Abilene, Kansas, on April 30, 1931, through its growth up to the present time. Edith Lopez spoke on the Aims, Purposes and Scope of Beta Sigma Phi and explained to the pledges just what the Sorority stands for and means. Sylvia Knight reviewed the accomplishments of the local chapter. A few of the highlights were active participation in a membership drive of the Art and Historical — Soeie' gathering items displayed at Martello pata! acting as hostesses for pen House; active participation in the Red Cross Driver poll collections at the theaters and in the Mothers’ March; and pre- paring food baskets and collect- ing toys for presentation to the needy at Christmas time. The Sorority also decorates the ‘uniors Will Sponsor Dinner At High School ‘The Junior Class of the Key West High School is sponsoring a dinner on October 23. It will be held in the HE ares sai sea anaes to . m, The menu consists of crawfish en- chilada, rice, cole slaw, iced tea, Cuban or white bread with assorted Pies for dessert. ,any Junior or at the door for $1.00. The public is invited. In Boston It’s Beans On Saturday Night IN KEY WEST ITS DINNER aud DANCING at RAUL‘S MOST DELICIOUS FOOD IN THE SOUTHLAND GUS AYALA AND HIS ORCHESTRA % PHONE: Citizen Office, 1935 home of their sponsor, Angela Caro, each Christmas and enters it in the Christmas Lighting Contest. Prizes have been’ won each year. Floats were entered in Armistice Day Parades, and two cups have been won for these floats. A site was secured at Elizabeth and Fleming streets, and the chapter is active- ly working on this project. The lotal chapter won the Clyde Willis Achievement Cup at the State Convention in May for being the most outstanding chapter in the state. Approxi- mately 300 chapters competed for the award. Another honor re- ceived was honorable mention for the Scrapbook entered in the International Scrapbook Contest. _ The chapter ‘has approved par- ticipation in supporting Girls’ Town, U.S.A. Funds for this pro- ect are to come from the Inter- national Endowment Fund. Elissa Knowles volunteered to be chairman of another project the _ group maintains, sending a Christmas box to the inmates at Chattahoochee. Plans are still going ahead for the fall fashion show and card party in Novem- ber. More details will be re- leased shortly. The group voted to donate $5 to the Gold Star Mothers’ Memor- ial Fund. The social committee has com- pleted plans for the Preferential Tea to be given at the home of Angela Caro, 1014 Johnson street, Sunday, October 19, The com- mittee will now formulate plans for the big Hallowe'en party which is an annual affair. This is usually a big social event of the Beta Sigma Phi season. Rushees attending the meeting were Marina Sikes, Mildred Weatherspoon, Marian Strunk, Edna Miller, Norma Roberts, Ella Castro, Pat Pearson and Elsie Peters. vs? ‘cece. — tanaael 1 ATLAS stores, inc. | House of Linen 612 Duval Street GREAT VARIETY OF IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC MERCHANDISE Souvenirs from tndin Cleon Asay