The Key West Citizen Newspaper, October 23, 1952, Page 4

Page 4 THE KEY WEST CITIZEN ‘Thursday, Octover 23, T95Z SOCIETY . MARGARET FORESMAN, Society Editor P.T.A. Is Guiding Force In Key West School Activities By MARGO Friday when you see little witch- es, pirates, clowns, and other as- sorted apparitions scurrying along toward Harris school, you’l) know that the Hallowe’en season is of- ficially underway in Key West. That’s the day of the Harris School P. T, A, Hallowe’en Car- nival, and it will be only the first of a series of similar festivities which the P, T. A. groups of the various elementary schools are pre- senting. Truman School and Poinciana School will both do their Hallowe- ’en celebrating on October 30. These events, like the one at Har- ris School, will be high-lighted by the costume parades, when all the gaily bedecked youngsters pass in review, and judges are hard put to select the most original costume and the prettiest costume and the best in several other classifications. To the old and jaded citizens of the community, all this sometimes seems like a lot of ado about nothing, But to the kids, it is one of the gala times of the year, just as it was to those old, jaded peo- ple when they were in the bubble- gum and cap gun stage. The moving force behind all these Hallowe’en ‘‘doin’s” is- the sometimes appreciated, sometimes maligned, but always busy Par- ent-Teachers Association. P. T. A. is something you hear of a lot, but unless you have a youngs- ter in school, it’s also something you don’t understand much about, A nation-wide aggregation, the actual activity of P. T, A, is left up to each local group, and it varies widely in different commu- nities. In some places the teachers have the feeling that the parents are just trying to horn in and run the ‘school. In other places, the parents are sure they are not giv- en a fair shake in helping carry out school policies. Key West ir fortunate in having P. T. A, organizations in which the parents and teachers work amicably and endlessly to try to promote better relationships in the home-school-community tie-up, The activities carried on by the P.T.A, such as the Hallowe'en festivals, which all our local school count as the main money-making project of fall term, are unusual- ly, under the guidance of those tireless individuals whose title has been recently changed from Room Mothers to Room Representatives, Lots of new P, T. A. members have been scared off when they were asked to be Room Represen- tatives because they had no clear idea of what the job. entailed. Actually, there is a lot of work to it, but there is also a lot of pleasure. The Room Representatives can work with their teacher to plan any parties or treats for thé chil- dren in the room. Always they are the ones who prepare the Christ- mas treats for the youngsters, They help with any problems that arise concerning any needy children, They help get other parents to join the P. T. A. They go to the regular. P. T. A, meetings held ‘monthly, and they also attend the meetings of the Room Represntatives group. .They help plan programs, They eperate the booths and sales tables at the Hallowe'en Carnivals, They give parties for the teachers around Christmas time, In short, they plan and work to make the parent-teacher-child relationships Pleasant and worthwhile, There's a story that made the rounds some time ago about a wo- man who was told by her doctor, when her two children hed already finished high school, that she was to have another blessed event. The woman wailed, “Oh, no, I can't ge through it again.” When the doctor sought to reas- sure her, telling her that she was perfectly well and still young enough to be a fine mother to a young child, she replied, “Oh, you don't understand. I don't mind hav- ing another child. But I just can’t bear the thought of going through Pp. 'T. A. all over again.” may have been one of the horses” of the organization. ny group, there are always fr. A. members who are to help in any way they and often they get stuck with > brunt of the burden. But Mrs. Jorma Dopp, one of the main ys of the local P. T. A. and also State Preschool Service Chair- man, says that she has always felt that her work in the group was something she owed to her child- ren, their school, and to herself #3 a mother and member of the community. Mrs. Dopp is the president of the Key West High School P. T. A. The High School group's Hallowe- ‘an activity was a Sock Hop held last night at the school gymnasium As the children advance in age. the type of entertainment provided | by the P. T. A. undergoes changes This year the High Schoo! P. 7 A.. honored Mrs. Lawton Walker, who bas been an active figure ic the local groeps CONCH CHOWDER By RAYMER There’s nothing like looking over an old high school or college year book. . . for laughs. . . for mixed memories, . .and for making the looker feel age creeping up and not like a re-rompered child, either, Night before last Jeanne Skewis and I went over to Winston Jones’ house where he had kindly stored about 500 books of mine. We wanted to get some for the writing group which meets at Jeanne’s gnd Ski’s house next Wednesday (you are invited if interested). We struggled out with several crates and promised to get the other half dozen later. On top of one collection, there was an old annual of “The Tiger,” my high- school annual when I was a junior and the essay writer on “the Lit- erary Team.” In looking over the serious-iaced group who self-con- sciously posed, I howled at the hair-dos. B.ys didn’t wear crew cuts in those days, and girls had gone in for odd bobbed hair which called for fluffs on the side, beau- catcher bangs, not like Mamie Eis- enhower’s but more like Horsetail Falls. As for me, the deceptive pic. ture from front view looks as if I had the same hair style'as the oth- ers, but actually a long plume of hair hung down my back because my grandparents refused to let me get the locks out. The following year after rebellion that lasted for months, I did become a shorn lamb alter much bleating and blatting, The CARTOONIST of those days were being influenced by John Held Jr. the man who drew long limbed gals with rolled garters and drugstore cowboys with sheikish leers, But the cartoonist for the ath- letic section of our annual seemed to be addicted to pulpy, bulgy models, the kind who grunt and groan in the wrestlers ring. As for the girls’ basketball team who pla; ed boys’+rules then, the full wide bloomers, middy-blouses and shoes had not yet been replaced (that came two years later). by shorts, T shirts and low cut sneakers. ANOTHER department was called “Personals.” It was sup- posed to be humorous. Names of the faculty and of classmates were used in jokes that must have predated Joe Miller’s collection. Samples; Miss Sutton in English class, “Order, please.” Voice from rear of room, “Ham and eggs.” . “Have a wfeck?” Bob I don't remember this Haines character but he must have been the boy who read about how to be a wit in ten lessons and took five. The other “joke” attributed to Professor Ackley in physics class: “What did Archimedes di cover when he was taking his bath? Hine: Dirt.” And oh the blush of it! Jean Osmond: “Why Dorothy, how could you tell such a big yarn? I’m surprised.” Dorothy Raymer: “You needn't be, I ate string beans for dinner,” Next year I became Personals Editor. . .I am afraid there was room for but no’ improvement. HOMEFRONT NEWS: Bob Printz, noted pianist seen strolling on Duval st, Bob Youmans, lawyer: singer wants to get in touch with him. . .Collie Claude is improved, thank you. . .Pretty ‘Valentine Mary Anne Murphy, Margaret Foresman’s niece from North {Miami sat it out at the Citizen lyesterday afternoon and the entire composing room were discor-| . I'm off to Miami today | to get ye mechanical ear checked. Hope I don't. get caught away from home in the hurricane which | at this writing is 475 miles south of here. . .and the Naval Station has declared Hurricane Conditio Number Three, the alert when loose gear ahould be checked and | all shelters readied just in case. I'm a veteran of five storms and |they still are frightening. Canned | goods, candles or oil lamps and plenty of water in containers jshould be collected in case the |power goes off. That and batten down the hatehes and STAY IN DOORS IN A SAFE. PLACE} where fiying debris can't touch you, is the best precaution. | T've seen roofs, limbs of trees, | bricks and signs sail through the | air with ease. , .and after one big | |storm found a two-by-four driven | into a telephone pole. | j | School P. T. A. made Mrs. Watson | jan honorary life member of the | Executive Board of their group in | recognition of her tireless service | | and willing cooperation through the | | years, Mrs. Watson is now a P. T. | ja. w. She is the first | parent im Monroe County to be; | honored with the life membership | fin the state group. | if you are the parent of a child im any of the Key West schools, ! yu. owe # to your child and te yourself to get into this live-wire orgecisatios and be ap active par tie ts activities. You will i and made a p of he group. a ut will Deneiit you cas well as P. T, A, i eee PERSONALS... NEWS OF INTEREST TO WOMEN ITEMS OF INTEREST TO EVERYONE Many Species Of Birds Recognized By Audubon Group On Saturday Walk The Monroe County Audubon Society held its third field trip of the season on Saturday morning at the Bird, Plant and Wildlife Sanctuary, followed by breakfast at the grill, West Martello Tower. ‘An enthusiastic group met at 7* a.m., anxious to get a fleeting glimpse of the unusual birds that rest here briefly on their flight to Cuba, Central and South America. The group was led by Frances Hames, through the wooded trails, to the two freshwater ponds, stop- ping frequently to point out various colorful birds and to explain their distinguishing marks and habits. A count of fifteen species was| made which included the seldom seen blackburnian bler. The number of species was smaller than on the previous Saturday, indicat- ing that the peak of the fall migra- tion has passed. Some enthusiasts continuing the search after breakfast, reported a white ibis, very rare here. Severa great white herons were seen. This) species brings many ornithologists) to Key West, since it is found only along the lower Florida Keys, and being more shy than some of the herons, is hard to find now on the| highway keys. Two American) egrets were seen fearlessly walking | across Laird Street around noon Saturday, indicating that they are| being protected by the people living | in that area. Tanagers are known to be here and snowy egrets, wearing their) golden slippers, have arrived, to | spend the winter, we hope, The western. kingbird is also here and may be seen along the wires or around the Sacred Tree of India. The exciting scissors-tailed fly- catcher, with his spectacular plum- age, is due any day. ‘The camp breakfast is one of the} highlights of these early morning trips; the smell of wood smoke, sizzling bacon, coffee, etc,, will long be remembered by all. Those composing the group were: Mrs. Joseph Toth, Stephen Toth, Harold Payson, Mrs, William Ford, David Ford, Miss Hilda Cunniff, Mrs, Eula Fritz, Mrs. Gladys Far- rall, Miss Virginia Stauffer, Mrs. Joe Santini, Sandra, Joe and Mar- tha Santini, Dolores Kranich, Mrs. Hames and Mr, and Mrs. G, P, Events THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23— Surface Development Group} Wives’ Club, Aeropalms, 10 a.m. Auxiliary of VFW Post 6021, Tl: Whitehead, 8 p.m. Dr. Felix Varela Lodge No. 64, 919 Elizabeth St., Cuban Mason- ic Lodge, 8 p. Jayshees, at Jaycee Clubhouse, 7:30 p.m. Ladies Auxiliary, Arthur Sawyer American Legion Post No. 28,/ at Post Home, 8 p.m. Unit 56, Ladies Auxiliary, FRA) monthly coffee, place to be an- nounced. 10 a.m. CAP Cadets, Key West High} Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Navy Wives’ Bowling League, 3 p. m., N. S. Also open bowling, Rotary Club luncheon, 12:15, St Paul's Parish Hall. Key West Lions, meeting, 6:30 p.m, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24—~ Alcoholics Anonymous, First Presbyterian Church Annex, | 8 p.m. : Old fashioned Hymn sing and fellowship hour, Poinciana Bap- tist Church, sponsored by Youth for Christ, 7:30 p.m. Knights of Pythias, Pythian Hall, 8 p.m. Fern Chapter, No. 21, Order of Eastern Star, at Scottish Rite Temple, 8 p.m. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25— Youth for Christ Rally, Fleming street Methodist Chureh, 729 Fleming street, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 27— Key West Duplicate Bridge Asso-| ciation, Flagler Ave., 7:45 p.m. Beta Sigma Phi, at San Carlos School, 8 p.m. | Anchor Lodge No. 182, Masonic at Scottish Rite Temple, 8 p.m. Methodist Men, Caballeros Meto- distos, Wesley House, 8 p.m. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2— Kiwanis Club, dinner meetin: 6:30 p.m. Youth for Curist Bible Study Methodist Church, 729 Flem ing street, 7.30 p. m Ft. Taylor Paplicate Bridge Club, at Ft. Taylor, 7:45 p.m. Beginners’ Bridge Group, Tayler Officers’ Club, 8 p.m. Sparkling Waters Rebekah Lodge No, 14, K. of P. Hall, Fleming &, Spm Order of DeMola> Boys, Scottish Rite Temple, 7:30 p.m Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 3913, at VFW Home, 8 p.m. i Ever Ready Star Cish, 3 p.m Place to be announced. Harris School Room Represents ves, school Library, 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 Ft. Taylor OWC Book Review oup, at Ft. Taylor, 6 om Assoe., 417 Eats &, Spm | M Jaycee Club House,) - Contestant Sponsored By Junior C. Of C. Miss Gloria Muniz, Key West girl, is benig sponsored for the Orange Bow! Queen contest by the Key West Junior Chamber of Com- merce, not the Key West Chamber of Commerce (sen- ior group) as was indicated in the story under the pic- ture of Miss Muniz yesterday. The identifying word “Junior was omitted from the story as it was given to The Citi- zen. |Note To Wesley House Junior Group Members The following message is sent to all the members of the Junior Group at the Wesley House by Mrs. Ruth Wright, director, and Patsy Johnson, president of the teen-age group: Next Saturday night as sure as fate There'll be a party near the hour of eight. If you want to know what your future will be Come to the party and you may see. Great mysteries will will unfold, Your future mate you may be- hold. We'll stew for you some witches’ brew; So come and bring a friend or two, Apply To Wed Albert Knowles, 7 Passover Lane and Ida Burgis, 8 Passover Lane, have applied for a marriage li- cense at the office of County Judge Raymond R. Lord. Albert A, Cowing, Marathon, and Virginia Lee Coe, also of Marathon have applied. Anthony Kampitch, 29, USS Sea Dog, and Marguerite E. Yenovki- an, 29, 1010 Von Phister. street, have applied for a, marriage li- cense, THREE AUTOS (Continued From Page One) when she observed the impending accident, and her car sustained damage to the left front fender and grill to the extent of $200, Damage to MeGeady's car, which involved both sides of the car, was estimated at $400, Mrs. Belcher's car damage is believed to be about $200. Lt. W. L. James of the Key West Police Department, who investigat- ed the accident at the scene of the three-way crash, arrested McGea- dy, charging* him with reckless driving and causing an accident. Stephen MeGeady, 11 years old, who was in the car with his father, suffered an injury to his right knee. He was given first aid treat- ment by Dr. Lester and was taken to Monroe General Hospital for further observation. He was* re- leased before noon today when it was determined that his injuries were minor and did not necessi- tate hospitalization. Bumps and bruises were the only other injuries resulting from the crash. None of the other people involved required treatment. Recently The Citizen has been running pictures of traffic acci dents in an effort to point up the most prominent causes of wrecks. Running stop signs is one of the! greatest accidents hazards, accord- ing to records, CITY REVENUE (Continued om Page One) of deling t taxes was eviden The Weather Key West and Vicinity: Cloudy with scattered showers or light rain through Friday; not much change in temperature. Gentle to moderate northeasterly winds, fresh at times. Jacksonville through the Flor- ida Straits: Attention is called to the latest Miami hurricane advis- ory. Moderate, occasionally fresh, ' northeasterly winds through Fri- day. Cloudy, showery weather, TIDES Navel Base TOMORROW HIGH 12:08 a.m, 2:22 p.m. = DEATH MRS. EMMILINE CAMALIER Mrs. Emmiline Camalier, age 65, died this morning at her resid- ence 2229 Seidenberg Ave. after a short illness. Mrs. Camalier is survived by the husband Frank D. Camalier, one daughter, Mrs. Julie Gandolfo, three sons Charles, George and Clements Albury, one brother, Harold Pinder of Miami five grandchildren, and ~ two great grandchildren. Funeral ser- vices will be held Sunday after- noon at 5:00 o’clock in the Chapel of Pritchard Funeral Home, Rey. Eldon Simmons of the Ley Mem- orial Church officiating. Burial will be in the family plot in the city cemetery. HURRICANE 400 MILES (Continued From Page One) Three yesterday. This indicates that a hurricane is in the vicinity and is headed in this general di- rection. Condition Two would. indi- cate that if the hurricane continues on its course it could be expected within 48 hours. In this condition, all personnel are recalled; ships and aircraft assume two hour steaming and fly away notice. Con- dition One means that the hurri- cane winds may be expected to hit within 24 hours, All leaves and liberties are cancelled. All build- ings are secured and shelters are prepared to receive Navy depend- ents, After securing Navy installa- tions, men are released to care for their families unless they have spe- cial duties during the hurricane, Condition Zero means that within eight to ten hours the hurricane will hit:and all dependents are call. ed into the shelters. ‘The submarine tenders Bushnell and Gilmore left early this morn- ing, They are the vanguard of any ships leaving the base because of their size and the time it takes them to leave Port. All Navy blimps left last night for Glynco, Georgia. Planes are still in town, but flight plans are} already filed for their take-off,| should it be necessary. They would |go to Warner-Robbins Air Force Base in Macon, Ga. Civilian Key West meanwhile is rife with rumors. As eurly as | yesterday at 3 p. m. Duval street was teeming with reports of a 350 mile per hour gale, Such rumors are only the result of | lively imagination. Hurricane Fox |may die out, or she may grow in ‘size and intensity as predicted. The modern storm warning ser- vice out of Miami, based on the excellent reporting of Navy Hur- ricane hunters, should give citi- zens a feeling of security that they will have ample advance notice before the storm comes | within any dangerous distance. | EX-NAVY OFFICER (Continued from Page One) thas naturally been unable to ful- | fi The suit also stresses the nervous shock, physical pain, and the dis- comfort of toting around a plaster cast from the date of the injury onward. The City’s cash balance of $609, } 422.35, which includes $95,000 in ension fund investments, is a tre- enous increase, largely due to September. | The City’s cash fund over $334,000 in funds for the oper- ation of all city departments *} the balance of the 1952-53 fiscal Scavenger es and in Fines and fe: mer owners of ¢ ry Docks wh by the city This covers taxes duc for up until the eity too months ego. An $4416 for the i sewer pipe at the ¢ housing s aicipe! ope: tai expe: af Se including the interest and king fend for use in the retire- ot of bonds, and the payment of interest on bonded debt; the pen- } sion fund tax ete.) for use in public improve- ments and the Hospital fund. oe ee) CENTRAL PHARMACY, Corner White & Tre * Are. Mati Ovdens Filled special funds (cigarette | GOGGIN SPEAKS TO (Continued from Page One) in pertinent professional journals such as Surveying and Mapping, The International Journal of the American Congress on Surveying and Mi. ping, The Florida Engi- neering Society’s Journal, Civil Engineering, the American So- ciety of Civil Engineers Journal. He has been an invited mem- ber of nearly every pertinent national panel of these societies, as well as those of the National Society of Professional Engineers, in the last five years. Goggin. speaks before a. Sur- veying session presided over by Perry McGriff, president of the surveying and mapping section of the Florida Engineering: so- ciety. The conference will be headed by leading civil engineers of the state such as D. B, Smith, asso- ciate professor of civil engineer- ing, University of Florida and R. W. Kluge, head professor at U. of Fla. HALLOWE'EN CARNIVAL POSTPONED Custom Work Done In Our Own Decorating Workshop 904 FLEMING ST. KEY WEST The touching story of the woman who was Hilarious star of radio . . . bril- liant hit of the Follies + + « topflight Hollywood at- traction! Fanny Brice won wealth and acclaim. But what was she really like? What was the consuming sorrow of her life ., . why did she never find ? Read the life story of Fabulous Fanny, by Nor- man Katkov. It starts this month in the Ladies’ Home Journal, now on thenewsstand. 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