The Key West Citizen Newspaper, June 8, 1954, Page 3

SOCIETY — PERSONALS — NEWS.OF INTEREST TO WOMEN SUE JONES, Editor Tuesday, June 8, 1954 Well, hello—and how are you? And you'll never guess where yours truly is at the moment—thinking of—as usual—you all and my be- loved shops. The copy paper is folded in the accredited and peculiar way used by reporters—and it is balanced on one oiled, ‘getting sunburned” knee and.I am all over gritty with sand. Uh, huh—am at the beach— “blissfully so”. Am afraid I must confess to a passion for beach- combing—and after a day in the sun and water, somehow or other we'll—never even feel useless! No, am of the firm conviction that idling time outdoors is not wasted—for there is so much beau- ty td behold. Right now, for in- stance, the water is a mysterious, “churned” light green shade and then, it changes abruptly to deep, black blue and remains so indefi- nitely out to sea. Sounds include the whirr and purr of a motor boat as it cuts back and forth within a small gadius—kids ‘laughing, yelling and splashing and occasionally a tiny rear end is spanked lovingly and maternally so that the young fry will realize he can’t stick his head under water with his mouth open. Yes, it’s all pretty wonderful and an important’ segment of living in Our Town. , Sure hope everyone of you had \an opportunity to go sunning and swimming this weekend, and now, let’s go shopping.—again, “bliss- fully”— BS == Other day yours truly went out to the Poinciana Center and found “Bill’s Supermarket” in that block of shops there. This is a fine grocery store—newly open- ed—clean and neat, well stocked with the known-brands of food- stuffs and, glories of glory—an old-fashioned “‘butcher counter ‘where you can buy as much or as little—and any cut you wish, of fine choice meats. New that you've been introduc- ed to this swell neighborhood about the’ was a “medic” in Korea and he hasn't been out of the service toe long. Also, he hasn't been married too long either... And, he and his bride, Sheila, just open; ed “Bill's Supermarket” this past » April 1. Yes, “Momma Jerry” is teach- ing Sheila how to make that good, fresh macaroni si sell out there, Louis’ is lending his vast mar- keting experience to young Bill (noticed they carry Cuban cof- fee!). So, yours truly was glad to meet them all and see their nice store and came away with the thought that again in Our Town, young people have gone into business—at “Bill's Super- market’’—Poinciana Center! And this is the way it should bel— essere DIAMONDS TO: Julie Eckert, my genial red-headed friend. at Chuck’s for being of so much help in the preparation of a roast beef. Also, will try not to forget to re- turn that towel and platter! —The ladies who responded to “BB’s” call for volunteers to drive the polio victims to the hospital for vital treatments to aid in their recovery. Couldn't get. all their names, but know that Minona Sea- grove is one of them and believe Dr. Westfall’s daughter is another. fee Se { Because I’ve been telling you, and rightly 50, about that magic KenFlex Plastic Tile, at the Key West Floor Covering Co.—y’know it’s lovely—easy to clean—install it yourself’ — well, decided, Vd probably been on the floor too fong — so, let's get up on the walls for a change! While at the Key West Floor Covering, looked at the beautiful and practical formica which is 80 perfect for drainboards, table tops—and tack some in back of your stove to protect your wall. Then was shown that wonder- ful plastic tile for walls. They don’t chip, stain or crack. Just a damp rag cleans them shiny bright. Here again, you all can install these and have an inex- pensive transformation of your bathroom, kitchen, ete. When renovating — don’t overlook the Key West Floor Covering Co! SS ss My Red Shawl doesn’t care for the beach—says she did that in her youth, and she frowns on such shenanigans—but she did tell me some news. Helen and Bowman Cutter are definitely visiting their mother, ‘Miss Nora” Smiley next month. And, My Red Shawl, in great ex- citement, told me also that next month the book, “Hurricane Road” ly Louise V. White and Nora K. ' THE KEY WEST CITIZEN Smiley will be out. It was men- tioned in the N. Y. Times Book Review section and know that we are all anxious to read this story of the railroad that went to sea. (Am sure, my friends Janice and George White of the Bookshop will have copies of this book which will be of special interest to Our Town!) 282i => Let’s go play in our far-off spot for today—San Juan, Puerto Rico! First, to Simone’s Tours, 510 Southard where yours truly learned a bit about this enchant- ing spot. San Juan has one of the two natural rain forests in the world (Thas what I said, and am confoosed too, but it sounds won- derful!). It can be seen on a side trip to El Yunque and is fabulous! Also, another interest- ing excursion is the continental drive—cars leave the hotels at 1:30 and return at 6:30. This is through the mountains—you can see the “midget” trees—wild or- chids growing all over the place —the archway of royal poinci- ana: is waterfalls— Well, let’s leave lovely, exotic Puerto Rico for a second and re- turn to Simone‘’s—where this trip can be set up for those who “don't like to be arranged” when they are vacationing. The fare of the flight (ROUND TRIP) from Miami to San Juan by Eastern Airlines Coach (who ini- ated this service) is ONLY $113. ‘plus tax. And — now you'll pack your bags and be off for sure—THIS INCLUDES side trips to the Vir- gin tsland—St. Thomas and St. Croix! So — first to Simone’s Tours to learn ‘this wonderful way to get a lot for your money! S222 82 KEY-notes: Driving down White- head Friday evening, saw some cooking taking place on the side- walk by the St. Stephens church, at the corner of Julia Street. Many of you perhaps have noticed this church, ’cause the windows are usually closed with the hurricane type board shutter. - Talked with James Butler, the rector and his wife Marjorie. Also found out from Vernella Thurston, Sarah Farrington, Lily Davis, and Shirley Jones who were cooking bollos, ‘fried fish, hot souse and— the most marvelous conch fritters (two for a nickel) yours truly has ever, ever had! — that the reason behind it all was to raise funds to buy windows for their church! They said that the plan was to sell these delicious snacks every week-end (Friday and Saturday from about 6 p.m. on) and as I drove away my mind’s camera had snapped an indelible picture of the church—with its /boarded windows propped open—and inside, flowers on the altar, and the soft glow of candlelight and the won- derful colored people who were working to raise funds for windows in their church and here’s the heartfelt wish that soon they'll be able to also raise — the win- dows, ga az SB Here’s word from Princess Nina Carracciola, who is now giving ballet lessons at the Ar- thur Murray Studio, 517% Duval on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in the morning (10 a.m, +12 p.m.) and afternoon (2 p.m. -4 p.m.). She is also forming a class for business girls. Why not for more details—remem- bering that ballet is wonderful exercise for the figure and teaches grace and poise to youngsters. Also, don’t forget that in this delightful air conditioned studio —you can learn ballroom danc- ing—the Arthur Murray Way. Must learn how they are doing in the “Dancers’ Derby”, 2 SVee My Red Shawl must have magic- carpeted out to Hollywood, for she produced this item, quoting the following which hangs on the wall of one of the executives of Walt Disney’s studio: “Blessed be the man who goes' around ih circles for he shall be known as a “Big Wheel”! SEs =e 5B Am real pleased ‘cause so many, many people have been telling me what a really nice place the Bamboo Room, 422 Smith Lane (a little street amb- ling right off Duval between Fleming and Southard St.) is! This is a quiet lounge, with a charming atmosphere, and yours truly was impressed with the quietness! in air conditioned comfort, you can sip one (long, or short, but good) and watch TV at that hour ‘twixt work and dinner when relaxation means so much! Or, you will be wonderfully ITEMS OF INTERES “ALOHA LUNCHEON”—at Fort Taylor Officers’ Wives Club last Friday. T TO EVERYONE The Subron Wives were hostesses for the luncheon and fashion show. The unusual decorations featured i coral \- ing native greens and flowers. The clever Hawaiian dancing dolls were made from casi Shown putting the final touches on the main center piece are Mrs. W. R. Colegrove, general chair- | man, Mrs. A. E. Barrett and Mrs. R. N. Whistler, decorations chairmen.—Staff Photo by Sybil. pleased when you hear Don Al- bion sing and Jack Hendricks play the Hammond Organ at the Bamboo ,Room. They are both mighty good’ entertainers and Don reminds yours truly so very much of Rudy Vallee as he was years ago—both in. manner and style. Frankly, | think Don is a bit better as he strolls around the Bamboo Room, singing soft, beautiful ballads and popular songs. Really, you all will love this spot—also, Jack can truly play the. organ. BOTH THESE LADS ARE EXCEL- LENT! Don’t fail to hear them some eve! You'll really miss something if you don’t! zens Then there’s the little kid who wouldn’t eat the Cuban cut of meat—“palomilla” because it was horse meat and Palamino made fine dog food! £2222 My goodness! The-shoes at Globe Shoe Store, 510 Fleming are just WALKING OUT — they've GONE ON SALE! There are some terrific buys to be found here! Flats and wedgies are on the $1.50 and $2.00 tables—and you know that this is a savings! BUT on the $4.00 table which has dressy shoes—the values run up to $12.95—and cost much more than tha’ iginally—and ‘even though ther: ight be some who do not believe this—IT’S TRUE! One long; long table—stretch- ‘ing the length of the building— (inside Globe Shoe Store—not out) has an excellent choice of these SALE SHOES on it. There is a good selection too in both style and sizes. Would love to tell you more, but my itchy foot is taking me pronto to the GLOBE SHOE SALE— Se2eesaea Have been watching for the number of cars with out-of-town license plates—those travel-stained ones with clothes and luggage showing through the windows. Have seen quite a few and so, My Red’ Shawl and I want to say “Como esta” or is it “Hasta la Vista”. Sure am gonna take Span- ish! Anyway — “hi? and WEL- COME TO all the visitors to OUR TOWN. Sure hope “BB” helps you find where to go for entertainment, | 1899, meals, clothes and gifts! ° z= = 25 Speaking of good meals—may 1 call the attention of visitors to the A and B Lobster House, 700 Front Street where the catches of the waters ‘around us are served—and cooked so very well. Lobster, shrimp, turtle, little fish and big fish—fillets or whole are routine things om the menu in this excellent Seafood House —but you will find them differ- ent and delicious. Your enjoyment of the breath- taking view of the wharves with the ships passing and the shrimp boats plus the warm hospitality of the Stones will forever be a highlight of your vacation in Our Town! 2222s ‘Thought someone had given Ei- sie Keyés an orchid the other day *cause I saw this gorgeous bloom sitting in a little glass of water. It really resembled that tawny, orange wild flower and imagine my embarrassment when I discov- ered—it was a poinciana bloom— from Elsie and George’s very own tree. Ail of which is apropos of—not climbing the poinciana trees in Our Town for a closer look, to be sure—but when the blooms first fall—pick one up and look at it— and you'll be astounded at its in- tricacies and beauty—and they are —all around us. Love walking -down William Street where the trees are so plen- | tiful — and there is literally ani orange snow of fallen blossoms— on the streets and on top of the cars, ‘Tis a grand sight! 8222 Every now and then do you look at your family—and catch a certain expression and think— Golly, I'd sure like to have a picture of that? Well, Poray Studios, 404 Southard Street are professionals who know the di ference between a plain pictu' anda handsome portrait — one which will always be loved and admired—because it will please not only the person whose pic- ture it\is—but the ones who re- cleve them as gifts. Gifts—ah—F ather’s day is June 20 and yoy might see about giv- ing him a lovely colored mina- ture. Then, when the wedding bells start to ring—give Poray Studio a ding-a-ling first (2-3088) to be sure your ecst: mom- ent is made permane: ith pic- tures of the: festivities by— | Poray! i seme 5 My Red Shawl tells me. that Dolice Curry and Ida Gellrick are going to start a “Not New” Trad- ing Post in Our Towm soon. ‘This I haven’t been able to verify. Sorry —just did and again, My Shawl was right! More on this in- teresting and novel service at an- other time! z2B52 Speaking of things new—boy, 1 went into “Nan’s Book and Magazine Shop”, 425 Fleming (La Concha Hotel) and was a dittle startled to see just shelves and empty showcases. (This was of a Saturday!) But Nan, who is a very nice person, explained that Wednes- day—tomorrow she planned to open and her stock of magazines and pocketbook editions _ would arrive Monday.’ So, don't forget—for the latest magazines—any and all kinds— and that idle and inexpensive summer reading — pocketbook literature — start Wednesday (thas tomorrow!) to drop in at Nan’s — La Concha — Fleming side! BES een PAST PARTICLES: Well, we can look at Our Town today and get a genuine chuckle out of our New York Sun Man’s writings of “With the advent of Northern capital and enterprise, this key might be converted into a famous resort. The people here will never bestir themselves. They must be boosted into fame. The place needs several first-class hotels, a road around the island, sidewalks) and plenty. of trees.” (ho, hum— Mr. Sun Man—you all should see us today!) z= 2s At the J. R. Stowers Co., 533 Duval—plugged in one of those handsome Zenith clock-radios and had a cup of coffee! No— i'm not kidding—you teo can have piping hot, freshly perco- lated java every morning when you awaken. Just plug the pot in—set the clock and that’s it. Also, these stunning radios are a handsome asset to any home. They‘re small—perfect for night tables—or to carry in the car for those of you who travel so much and want music in your motel when you stop for the evening— and coffee in the morning! Many color combinations are displayed at Stowers Co., 533 Duval—from the exotic black and red—to the chaste white— with shades of green and gray also included. FOR MUSIC— FOR THE TIME—FOR COF- FEE—ZENITH CLOCK-RADIOS! —At Stowers on Duval! £5. >22 For Beauty’s sake— Save time—save trouble Go to Donald’s on the double! ‘; =2=e= i As you all know—enjoyed ever | i) Nurses To Have Meeting Tonight District 25 of the Florida State Nurses Association will meet at 8:00 p. m. tonight at Monroe-Gen- eral Hospital. _ The local nurses extend a cord- ial invitation to all registered nurs- es in the area to attend this meet- ing. r All members, are urged to be present as this may be the last meeting until September. Hostesses for the social hour following the business meeting will be Mrs. Lois Lindahl and Mrs. Ida Fincher. Lake Erie is 240 miles lo1 57 miles wide. : meget The first Bible society w. founded in Great Britain asnigoark ago. SE so much my time in the sun—the shoulders are a mite sore—but (and here, a rhyme — perhaps?) Shall say — am looking forward to seeing you all—in each and évery store! SINCERELY, jean- nette (Adv’t.) P.s. — NO—TI haven't. forgotten the. CONTRIBUTION CONTEST— have you? Am sure you haven’t because you all have been ever sb wonderful ‘in all the help so very |’ many of you have given yours truly! And—again—thank you, *” Opening Wednesday NAN’S MAGAZINE and BOOK’SHOP _ 425 FLEMING STREET La Concha Hotel Building Printing... Embossing Engraving... Rubber Stamps The Ariman Press Greene Street Phone 2-5661 SCHOOL IS OUT FOR TELEPHONE: Citizen Office, 2-5661 Subron Wives Hostesses At Fort Taylor “Aloha Luncheon” F riday luncheon at Fort Taylor on Frid ay. The theme for the luncheon w as “Aloha” — the Hawaiian “hello and good bye.” It was beautifully ¢ arried out in the decorations which | featured table arrangements of native coral filled greens, alamanda and hibiscus blooms. Each of the tables was céntered~ with a coral piece and flanked with attractive little Hawaiian hula dancers made from crepe paper. They were complete with grass skirts and flowers in their “hair.” The name cards were decorated with miniature leis, and the place cards with hand-painted dancing girls. Mrs. W. R. Colegrove was gen- eral chairman of the affair. De- corations chairmen were Mrs. A. _|E. Barrett and Mrs, R. N. Whist- ler. After the luncheon and short business - meeting, a charming sel- ection of vacation clothes from | | MarEd’s Dress Shop was modeled -|by Subron Wives. Modeling were _|Mesdames Wm. H. McCaughey, Lowell F. Fitch, Jesse A. Naylor, Ernest R. Barrett, Thomas H. Polk, Raymond C. Jordan, Howard S. Crosby, Earle V. Scharff, Don- ald Henderson, H. C. Hartzel, D. M. Snyder and Thomas Jones. Ca-! mille Stark, fashion consultant at MarEd’s was, commentator. Mrs. H. C. Spicer, chairman, an- nounced that the “Country Fair” sponsured by the Officer’s Wives for the Navy Relief Society had raised $1358. She read a letter from Mrs. Stuart Whiting, of the Navy Relief Society, thanking the are for their splendid coopera- An appeal for a temporary mo- tor corps to provide transportation to the Naval Mospital for polio vic- tims who are still in need of treat- ment was made’ by Mrs. Jenner |' of the Red Cross. It was also announced that the Advisory Board had approved the purchase of flags for the club-spon- sored Brownie troop. Mrs. Pat Towner, daughter of Adm.‘and Mrs. Towner, and a spe- cial guest at the luncheon, drew for the door prize which was won by Vera Schoenfield. The ticket prize was drawn by Mrs. R. S. Simpson and won by Anita Perry. Bookmobile Route To Be Discussed Plans for the route of the Chil- dren’s Bookmobile and for catalog- ing books will be made. at the meeting of the Children’s Book- mobile. Committee at Poinciana School tomorrow afternoon at 3:00 . Mm. Members will be asked to report WEDDING PLANS TOLD — Miss Clara Gardiner, whose marriage to Alton Cates will take place at 8 o'clock in the evening on ™# 12 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Clara Gardner, Alton Cates To Wed On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Gardner of 1206 Watson Street announce the engagement and approaching mar- riage of their daughter, Clara, to Mr. Alton Cates. The wedding will be an event of Saturday, June 12 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at eight o’clock in the evening. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mrs. Thelma Schuck of 513 William Street, and Mr. Wil- liam Cates of 800 Caroline Street. _ No formal invitations have been issued, but the bride and groom cordially invite their friends and relatives to attend the wedding and also the reception which will be held immediately after the cere- mony at the home of the bride’s parents. All of Indochina has heavy rain- fally, varying in different areas from 72 to 221 inches a year. on progress in fund raising and book collections. It is hoped that all PTA’s and civie groups will send representa: tives to this important meeting. Subron Wives were hostesses at the Fort Taylor Officer's Wives with trailing | All registered nurses are in- vited to meet with the locai (District 25. FSNA) Nurses group at Monroe General Hos- pital at 8:00 p. m. tonight. Tea for Miss May Sands at Truman School library from 7 to 9 p.m. Miss May is retiring after 45 years of teaching. All her former pupils and friends will want to be there to honor her. Social Agencies steering commitee meets for lunch at USO tomorrow. Girl Scout Leaders Club meets at Wesley House at 8:00 Pp. m. tomorrow night. How about some of you committee members coming, too? Gray Ladies Coffee at Naval Hospital at Thursday morning. Better get your tickets for | the JayShees “Dip and Dance” at the Key Wester urday anes x nae The Children’s Bookmobile committee will meet at 3:00 P. m. at Poinciana School to- morrow afternoon, Girl Scout Leaders To Meet Wednesday Night The Girl Scout Leaders Club will. meet Wednesday night at 8:00 p. m. af the Wesley House. All leaders, co-leaders, com- mittee members are asked to be present as summer troop plans will be discussed. This will be the last meet- ing of the season, Sa CARD OF THANKS To the many friends and nei; bors who were so kind to us = ing the illness and after the death of our loved one, Manuel Varela, Jr., we extend our heartfelt thanks. To the senders of flowers, mes- sages of sympathy and to the pall- pares we are especially grate- THE FAMILY. 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