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‘Tuesday, May 11, 1954 THE jeannette There are signs of the exodus of many friends from Our Town. Boxes and suitcases are being packed, Plants are being trimmed. Storm shutters are over the win- dows — and many houses are taking on the air of waiting for winter. peed a or other, the closed houses do not make Our Town ap- pear deserted. It is just as if they have a sign ‘See you in Novem- ber” across their front. And for those who remain be- hind, it is a time to look into camps for children, to pour over road maps, to decide just “‘where’ to spend that vacation. Summer has arrived. Before we head anywhere, let’s shop for what we shall need— oe oe Se Sandal time has arrived at the Globe Shoe Store, 510 Fleming Street. Give your feet a cool time of it. There is a style san- dal just for you at the Globe, including flats and wedgies. Saw a good-looking thong sandal. And then, there is “strap” and “‘dou- ble strap” — wide bands of soft leather either secured with buc- kles or joined to the sole with elastic for comfortable fit. No matter the combination the straps end in — they‘re flattering. Straw shoes are particularly ap- propriate for this time of year and they are extremely easy to take care of. A terrific choice: in sizes, colors and type make the Globe Shoe Store your sandal headquarters. ‘Young feet want to be pretty and cool and yet the sandals must be sturdy to keep up with constant activity of your children. New summer sandals for them have just arrived at Globe and are they every good-looking. The gay multi-colors and smart looks do not cover up the excellent workmanship and sturdiness of these sandals. Your child will really be thrilled with his “new shoes” from Globe. 8 Bd FOR He BEST CAR-DEAL IN.QUR TOWN — see Navarro Ine! 2a aS28 Met Clara Claasen, one of the editors for Doubleday Publishers and was. intrigued by some of her extra s, curricular duties, other than reading»:manuscripts, Seems as if she had spent most of hertime here, exploring the shops for fabric — vivid tropical prints and Balinese-type designs, so that. she could take it to New York. The material is to make pajamas for one of the most fam- ous historical novelists who prefers flashy nocturnal rainment. Shucks no — can’t tell you his name! £2 = There is always something ex- tra-special about having a good picture made. Poray Studio, 404 on Southard Street realize this and every photograph taken there has many years of experience behind it. Also, great care and attention to even the minutest detail assure you of a fine like- ness of — well, it’s getting on to the “girl graduate” and “boy graduate” time of the Leaving high school rks a milestone that one always re- members. A picture of how you looked then might cause hilarity twenty years from now—but it will always be a priceless re- minder of happy days. So, parents please phone Po- ray, 2-3088 and make an appoint- ment for your proud graduate, zeae SARTORIAL STRAWS: — Wal- lace Kirke’s huge “plantation” straw hat. —Sam Harris’ cocoanut straw, with deep “draped” colcrful band. —Arkie Parmer’s ‘‘foreign le- gion” number. —The striking hat bands on Jack ‘Thompson’s wide brimmed straws. —And, you all know the famous straw hats worn by Bernie Papy. —And Johnnie MacDonough has forsaken his duckbill bonnets —for straw fedoras! £3: 2 = Was left stunned the other eve- ning when a friend said that | should tell you more about the Bookshop, just below Simonton on Fleming Street, because it is $0 wonderfull Golly, perhaps | haven't made it clear just how many books— covering hundreds of subjects are to be found here. For in- stance, Rear Adm. Robert A. Theobald’s best seller, ‘Final Secret of Pearl Harbor” is dis- played. Also, on their shelves are classical literature, light novels, books of instruction for hobbies, educational hooks — well, just Page 3 = KEY WEST CITIZEN with the very latest books in- eluded, HEY, EXTRA! De Luxe sets of “Scrabble have just been received by the Bookshop! SS = ss DIAMONDS TO: Coach Win| _ Jones for escorting six young lad- ies to Harris School for GG shots | | —at the same time! “Dairy Queen” for contributing cones to the kids who were “‘nee- died.” Bet, many curls on the “top of the cones” were. soon straightened out by eager young appetites, Cee ee Nothing is. more unsettling that having a watch which does not keep the correct time. Pruitt’s, anything you'd like to read! And too—they have a peachy likxagy watchmaker “extraordinaire” at 402 Southard Streej, will be happy to banish this annoyance by thoroughly checking’ your watch and fixing same. Take your clock or watch to “Tinker” Pruitt — discuss your problems with him. Enjoy the quaintness of this little shop where over 20,000 watch crystals live, plus many watches — some have been fixed and others are about to be. Also, don’t forget the fast service you get at Pruitt’s, BzBeeseen From the Key West Outpost— the service paper— “Overtieard at a cocktail party: ‘I feel:# lot more like I do now than when; came in’.” ned == = & &.. Y'know it’s nice to say, “It came from Herman's” ‘cause for century, recess and: Our $7.98 over half has been a tradition fo ing feminine fashion: Town, whether the Priggke or $200.00. ‘And now you should “tee the wonderful selection of Wummer cottons—priced between $7.98 and $12.98. Just go look af them. You'll want several as they are just-just right for summer, and remember it means ‘so much more when you say “It came from Herman’s.” sess Just must tell the stofy, Mrs. Nora Smiley delighted “her audi- ence with at the installation of the new Garden Club officers. __ Seems as if she was “spelling” Gladys Willing and Hilda Cunniff at their booth in the Flower Show when she happened to spot a can of new seedlings, Rar the life of her, she didn’t what they were and was ,hoping no one would inquire Gladys and Hilda had returned.» |" Just at this point, ane efferves- cent and curious “ the same can. Poor Miss Nora — she had not the slightest idea: whether the can contained a fl tree — vine — shrub or . Na- turally, whe was relu to ad- mit she didn’t know she was selling, so after wrestling with her conscience about the merit of a white fib in this case — she made up her mind, and calmly, inform- ed the visitor— “Oh, this is a rare give you the new “Miss Cun- niff!”” —_ BEEZ FOR THE BEST CAR.DEAL IN OUR TOWN — see Navarro, Inc, Bf: 5" Pretty soon school will be out, and interest in your children’s wardrobe will center on camp and beach clothes. Children’s Corner, at Simonton and Flem- ing are indeed the answer to this Problem. A splendid selection of bathing trunks, swim suits and a multi- tude of shorts and shirts for girls and boys tables of this 5 Summer means you need easy- and seersucker garments Mean lighter work for you, and comfort for your children — look into these at the Children’s Cor- rer, 2 = zB PAST PARTICLES: Quoting ads from the “Evening Call” — Key West — November 5, 1887 ‘‘Local Specials: For Rent 2 nice cottages; $10 and $15. Capt. Williams— — Wood - 100 Cords of hard wood for sale at $3. per cord! Mrs. Moftat— —Mule for Sale! - A fine draught mule, young, gentle and easy kept — Cheap for cash. Apply to Geo. Eugene Bryson — —Canvassers! I offer $50, $25 and $10 for the three highest num- ber of annual subscribers to “Flo- vida Life’ handed in by canvas- sers by October ist, accontimmied with the cash, Apply to A. 0. Wright, publisher — News-Herald building, Jacksonville, Fla.’” Sepez + What with the surge and urge to get outdoors that summer brings, was most pleased—to al Mother's Day tea was held at the home of Mrs. T. ’ | this will be his _ |ibusters” * Ss. Caro, sorority sponsor. Mrs. Theodore Sackler, of Philadelphia, Pa., was a special guest at the tea. She was honored as the “Mother of the Key West Naval Base for 1954.” Pictured with Mrs, Sackler are Sylvia Knight, Beta Sigma Phi persident, and Vivian Thompson, social chair- man. Left to right, Mrs. Sackler, Mrs. Knight and Mrs. Thompson.—National Studio Photo. Mrs. Sackler Is Special Guest At Sorority’s Mother’s Day Tea Beta Sigma Phi honored their mothers Sunday afternoon at a tea held at the home of their sponsor, Mrs. Angela Caro. This is an annual affair and is a tradition of the sorority. As members: entered they were asked to sign the guest book with their mothers and each were given a number. Members were asked to write a short statement on “Why I think my mother should be se- lected the ‘Mother of the Afternoon’,” on a small card and without signing a yawe sothat they could be judged impartially. During thé afffair the winning statement was read and was won by Beatrice White. Her mother, Mrs. Laureano Moreno was pre- sented with a beautiful corsage of red carnations, Special guest Mrs. ‘Theodore Sackler, the USO - YMCA Navy mother of the yeas, was introduc- ed by Florence Rabon and gave a charming little speech about her enthusiasm for Key West and how much fun she had been given since her arrival. Mrs. Caro was then introduced to the group and was given a round of applause as “sorority mother.” President Sylvia Knight then read a beautiful tribute to mothers which closed the brief program. Members and guests then re- tired to the dining room tastefully decorated with spring flowers. The table held silver candelabra and a centerpiece of yellow roses. Tea and coffee with assorted sand- wiches were served with delicious cookies and mints as refreshments. The lovely tablecloth was one crocheted by the sponsor’s mother and enhanced the entire table set- ting. Social committee members pre- sent who contributed to the affair were Florence Rabon, Vivian Thompson, Dee Furnish, Lorraine Wood, Betty Toppino, Margaret Connor and Angela Caro. Beside members present at the tea, guests and mothers were Mrs. Charles Acheson, Mrs, Mary Ma- Carthy, Mrs. W. A. Woodward, Mrs. Helen Waldner, Mrs. M. Ab- rahamse, Mrs. James Wells, Mrs. Charles Baker, Mrs, Laureano Moreno, Mrs. Theodore Knowles, Mrs. Arlene Reese, and the Navy mother, Mrs. Theodore Sackler. Engineers Club To Visit Phone Co. A field trip to inspect the facili- ties at the Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company will. be the featured program for the mem- bers of the Key West Engineers Club and their guests tonight, The trip to the phone company will follow the regular business meeting which convenes at 8:00 p. m. Business at the meeting will include the nominating committee’s report and discussion of the an- nual dinner program. The Key West Engineers Club meets every second Tuesday of the month at the Armory Building, corner of White and Southard Streets. a It’s membership is a composite of the various engineering profes- sions and the programs are of general interest to all. All who are associated with en- gineering are invited to attend the meetings and make new aquaint- ances among the engineers of this area, > oe Harris PTA Officers To Be Installed At Meeting Tonight Principal Ned Simmons will install the newly elected offi- cers of the Harris School PTA at the regular meeting of the organization tonight at 8:00 Pp. m. at the school auditorium. Mrs. Doris Edwards will be installed as president; Mrs. An- nie Ulchar, vice president; Mrs. Vandeline Russell, sécre- tary; Mrs. Jeanne Knowles, treasurer; and historian, Mrs. Martha Robinson. learn of something new at J. R. Stowers and Co., 533 Duval. Bicycles afford a very exciting and healtiful sport to kids and also to grown-ups. Here in Our Town, they are a prime means of transportation. So, you say — what is new at Stowers? ? They‘ve had those splendid Columbia and Rollfast bikes for some time — BUT now — you can all buy one! Just put five dollars down and two dol- lars a week payment — and the bike is yours. This offer is won- derful for high school kids who can now buy their own bikes — and having one, — earn Spend. ing money. Now mothers — don't imme- diately say that the apple of your eye might not be safe on a bike — for truth of the matter is, the Bicycle Institute of America and the manufacturers of the bicycles have an instructive little pam- phiet — the “ABC of Bicycle Sa- ere which comes right with the ce. New easy way of payment — $5.00 down and $2.00 a week will bring the thrill of bicycling to you or your youngster — at Stow- ers. KEY-notes: The nice looking young lady on the bicycle turning into Simonton Street from Front, who had on a deep blue swim suit — red kerchief on her head — and a rice tray in the basket of her bike. Looked for all the world like the picture of the shopper at the top of “BB.” EP wSSf= —TAKE ‘EM OFF — TAKE ‘EM OFF cry the Citizenry of Our Town. Yes, we mean those un- sightly, untidy, now unnecessary posters tacked to practically every tree and post. Ssemez Make your family proud of you! Lift your own morale! Keep that s. a. up to snuff— Drop in at Donald’s, gal! By: Mrs. D. C. Post, one of our winners in the Donald Rhyme Contest. sss Well, shan’t be able to beat the heat today, but betcha I find some buys which have the price batter- ed down low. For your information — conven- ience — and purse — follow the BLISSFUL BUYS by jeannette (Adv’t.) Mrs. Kirke Will Entertain Board Of Woman’s Club Mrs. Wallace B. Kirke, immedi- ate past president of the Woman’s Club will entertain at a luncheon at the Candlelight Inn on Thurs- day, May 13. The luncheon will honor the new president, Mrs. Ray Byrns, the new officers and board members, and the retiring officers and board. Department chairman for the next two years will be American home, Mrs. Gordon Seagrove; cit- izenship, Mrs. J. P. Baillod; edu- cation, Mrs. Stuart Whiting; fine arts, Mrs. Lee Goddard, and Mrs. Katharine S. Monroe, welfare. — Mrs. Jonathon Jackson will serve as chairman of the membership committee; Mrs. T. M. Dick. and Mrs. Seagrove, hostess and guest book; library, Miss Hilda Cunniff; finance, Mrs. Orion Russell, and Mrs. Delio Cobo; decorations, Mrs, Henry Sands and Mrs. J. E. Tuck- er; house, Mrs. Bernie Papy; grounds, Mrs. William Warren; hospitality, Mrs. T. S, Caro and Mrs. Raymond Felton. Miss Minnie - Porter Harris, will serve as international relations chairman; Mrs. Edgar Willing, program chairman; gifts and equip- ment, Mrs. Felton, and Mrs. Wins- ton Jones, press chairman. Mrs. Grace Crosby will represent the the Woman’s Club at the Juvenile Council meetings. Mrs. Chester Wood is president- elect of the Junior Woman’s Club with Mrs, Paul Landrum as the new Junior representative to the senior club. PTA Officers Will Be Installed At Truman The new officers of the Tru- man Elementary School PTA tonight at A skit will be presented by the pupils of Mr. Machodo’s fif- th grade. The meeting will begin at 8:00 p. m. Lot No. | 424 SOUTHARD STREET Tel. 2-2242 1947 DE SOTO Fordor RADIO $391. TELEPHONE: Eloy Rodriguez Carries On Family Tradition In “The Filibusters” When Eloy Rodriguez appears on the stage of the San Carlos Theater on May. 20, as the heroine’s half-bad brother, Juan de Olivia, in the 3 act drama, “The Filibusters” during the Fiesta Alegre y 4 Beneficia, one will see a highly emotional, well-acted and finished por- trayal of a boy intensely devoted to the cause of Cuban freedom led astray by the machinations of the | Don Pedro Fernandez. The part is not new ta Eloy for jird, appearance as Juan in the pla¥ written by Commander Ray Byrns. ‘The Fil- was successfully pro- duced for two seasons at the Barn Theatre. Eloy is a modest young man,.a native-born Key Wester. By herit- age and background he is ‘well fit- ted for the stage. His father, the late Armando Rodriguez, was one of the men who used to read aloud to the cigar makers in Old Key West as they daily went about their tasks. This was an old Span- ish custom, pyschologically, as it kept the workers from being bored, an they concentrated on their work as they listened to Eloy’s father read Shakespeare and the Spanish classics. At eighteen years of age, Ar- mando Rodriguez became interest- ed in neighborhood stage shows. Finally he was assigned to roles in important plays at the old San Carlos Institute. Eloy states that his father bran- ched out with a stage show of his own in which the cast members were friends and relatives. He pro- duced his own plays, wrote the scripts and even acted in these presentations. Armando Rodriguez died in 1945, but he is not forgotten by old timers who recall his dra- matic ability. The father’s gift lives in his son Eloy, as evidenced by his acting ability. In the words of Jack Clarke, veteran director of the Fil- ibusters, for this is the third time Clarke has directed the play, “Eloy is a natural; he needs no direction.” ‘ . Eloy’s mother, Mrs. Amelia Rod- riguez, here is proud of her boy and the part he is playing in the drama. She was born in Cuba and be- came an exiled patriot just like “Tia Maria” of the play. The Fiesta committee has an- nounced a special matinee per- formance on at 2:30 p. m. on May 20 for school children at reduced prices. Parents.and teachers ac- companying them will also be ad- mitted at the lower prices. The gala evening performance, at 8:30 p. m. will be attended by the special representatives of the Government of Cuba. Radio sta- tion CMQ, Cuba’s premiere radio station, has arranged to film the entire evening performance. Cancer Film For Women ‘At Marathon Thursday A 30-minute film on how to de- tect cancer of the breast will be shown for women only at the mov- ie theater in Marathon at 10:30 a. m, Thursday, The movie is free and there will be no solicitation and no collec- tion, according to R. M. Daniels, local chairman of the’ fund drive of the American Cancer Society. The society is the sponsor of the film. Daniels also said that a doctor will be present to answer ques- tions, Gray Ladies To See Film On Thursday The Gray Ladies will meet ‘Thursday morning, May 13, at 10:00 a. m. in the recreation hall at the Naval Hospital. All Gray Ladies are urged to attend as an interesting Red Cross film will be shown to the Corps. Hostess for the coffee meet- Ing will be Mrs. Thelma Hart- ley and Mrs. Katharine S. Mon+ “ > NAVARRO, Inc. VACATION SPECIALS For Wednesday Only 8 AM. till 9:30 P.M. Lot No. 2 OPP. NAVY COMMISSARY 1947 FO Fordor $99.00 villain of the play, the “politico” Church Women To Have Fellowship Program Friday The Key West Council of Church Women will hold their May Fel- lowship Day program on Friday May 14 at 11:15 a. m. The meet- ing will be a St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The theme for the program will be “The Christian Woman’s Trus- teeship.” A devotional program in the sanctuary will open the meeting, followed by a delicious luncheon served by the St. Paul ladies in the Parish hall. After the luncheon, the ladies will remain in the Parish Hall to hear cussed. “Women as Economic Citizens” will be the topic of Miss Ramona Hundt of El Salvador Methodist Church. Mrs. W. H. Bell of the Church: of the Rock Presbyterian Church will speak on “Women in the Home;” Mrs. H. E. Pace of the First Presbyterian will dis- cuss “‘Women as Good Neighbors;” and Mrs. Harry Richardson of Ley Memorial Methodist Church will have “Women as Consumers” as her topic. The newly elected officers of the Council will be installed by the Reverend Eldon Simmons, presi- dent of the Key West Ministerial Association. The new officers are Mrs. Paul Touchton, president; Mrs. Harry Richardson, vice pres- ident; Mrs. Joseph Brent, secre- tary; Mrs. Joseph Ladd, treasurer. The Council, an interdenomina- tional organization having as one of its primary purposes the desire for closer unity \and fellowship among Christian women of this community, extends an invitation to all Christian women to attend the meeting and luncheon. No res- ervations are necessary. CARD OF THANKS For thoughtfulness shown in every way and for sympathy ex- pressed by our friends and neigh- bors in the hours of bereavement occasioned by the sudden death of our beloved one, Rex Cash, we desire to express our apprecia- tion. We wish to thank the nurs- es at Monroe General Hospital and Dr. Shepard for their at- tention. Also, do we thank those who sent floral pieces and gave the use of their cars. THE FAMILY. Beta Sigma Citizen Office, 2-5661 Junior Woman’s Club Hears Mrs. Sawyer’s Report _ At_a recent meeting of the Jun- ior Woman’s Club the president, Mrs. R. G. Sawyer, gave her re- Port on the State convention of the Florida Federation held in Talla- \hassee. Local delegates to the con- jvention were Mrs. Sawyer, Miss Zola Camus and Miss Norma Mar- tinez. The group decided to postpone |the installation of officers until after the Fiesta Alegre y Bene- \ficia because so many of the Jun- ior club members are working with the committee on the Fiesta. The Juniors are in charge of the grand ball at the Casa Marina on Friday, May 21, which will climax the two-day celebration. They will also assist at the evening perfor- mance of “The Filibusters’” on Thursday. Two of the club mem- bers, Miss Zola Camus and Mrs. Robert Youmans have leads in the play. | Mrs. Edgar Stark’s resignation as sponsor was accepted with re- gret. Mrs. Stark has been the Juniors’ sponsor for the past five years. After the business meeting, the members enjoyed delicious re- freshments sent by Mrs. E. Mar- tinez. Miss Betty Roberts was hos- tess for the evening. wa when NO” & is the Best \ Answer “< When we hear the word “No” in answer to a request of ours, it may make us angry. Yet there are times when “No” is the best answer...when it actuall ; Brotects our health. When you a: ) your pharmacist for certain drugs and he says “Sorry, but that re- quires a prescription,” he is pro- tecting you. There are many drugs | which are helpful during iliness, ~ but if used continually or indis- actually endanger your is why so many | drugs require a doctor's prescrip- | tion. Your physician is qualified to determine whether you should take certain ep avon for how long. | When ~ lor prescribes them ; we will be happy to dispense them | promptly, accurately and cour- teously, Safeguarding your health ‘is the heart of our’ busine SS. criminately, can | health. 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