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Dispatch Democrat

Location

Ukiah, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1939

Page

3

Edna May Dane Weds Merle Alexander in Ukiah Ceremony

Edna May Dane becomes Mrs Merle Alexander after a January 23 wedding in Santa Rosa Baptist church. Rev Leonard G Brown officiated. Bride, daughter of Al Dane of Ukiah, wore a black taffeta frock with blue accessories. groom, from Colorado, has lived in the city two and a half years and works here. Brothers George Jack and Bud Dane attend. The couple honeymooned in San Francisco and are at home on West Perkins Street.

Merle Freeman Alexander Bally Apa West Perkins Street Ban Franciseo Baptist Ciu Santa Rosa Leonard G. Brown Ukish Baptist Church Brown Fay Bishop Edna May Dane al Dane Ukiah George Jack Bud Dane Alexander Colorado

Technique of Art Theme of Second Art Exhibit Series On View at Saturday Club

The San Francisco Museum of Art extension program brings the second exhibit to Ukiah, showing etching woodcut lithograph and other processes. It explains materials and methods with labels and reproductions, and runs to February 8 with free daily viewing except Sundays and limited evening hours.

Saturday Afternoon Club San Francisco Museum of Art Ukiah

Treasure Island talk at Kosmos Club on Expo sights

Kosmos club heard Mrs W D L Held speak on Treasure Island and Expo plans aimed at guiding visitors to the Fair opening February 18. Music featured student performances and a vocal duet, with floral decor and refreshments provided by club members and local hosts.

Social Calendar For Year Book Planned

Federated Methodist Women mapped the principal events for the year. The first affair is set for February 10 at the next meeting, arranged by Mars. W. OD. L. Held. In March a food event, in April a spring program, May a Mother Daughter stay, June a luncheon, and next November a birthday party and dinner. The plan was devised by federation chairmen and Mrs. George W. Davis, president.

Mars W. OD. L Tne

Cloverdale Guests At R. O. Foster Birthday Dinner

Mrs R O Foster of Talmage hosted a turkey dinner Sunday afternoon in honor of her husband birthday. Pink and white decorations highlighted the cake. Guests from Cloverdale included Mr and Mrs H F Bellport, Mr and Mrs Walter Bellport, and Mr and Mrs Burrough.

Mra RR. O. Foster Talmage Questa Cloverdale H. F. Bellport Walter Bellport Mira Burrough

Golden vows renewed in Bartolo anniversary Mass

Mr and Mrs Demetrio Bartolo of Talmage renewed their 50 year marriage vows in a Saturday ceremony. Rev Rafael Quinn and Rev Adrian Sharkey officiated Mass. Guests included Emil Porta Redwood Valley and several families. The celebration featured a family dinner, dancing, and gifts such as a gold cross and chain.

Demetrio Bartolomet of Talmage Raphael Quinn Adrian Sharkey Mr and Mia Emil Porta Redwood Valley Messrs Masdames John Gauraint Fly Robert Guidi Dom Chinen Mra. Crinetha Sv Guido Malerbi Mbra Olja Pal- Vink Jonn Zanoline Eugene Malerhi Guido Malerbis Mra Darlalomel Bartolome Frends

Guido Malerbis to Attend Wedding of P Ronzana

Guido Malerbis and Mrs Malerbis will travel to San Francisco to attend the wedding of Pasquale Ronzana, Coyote Valley rancher, and Helen Victoria Casian. The ceremony is at 4 PM at the Oakdale Avenue church, with a dinner at the Monte Carlo cafe on Lane Street and an evening reception at 24470 San Bruno Avenue in Portola. The couple will return to Bonanna’s ranch in Coyote Valley to reside, and the groom elect is active in local veterans affairs and a Lewis White Post No 16 American Legion member.

Guido Malerbh San Francisco Pasquate Ronzana Coyote Valley Helen Victoria Cas Wreck Church Oakdale Avenue Monte Carlo Cafe Lane Street Portole Indi San Bruno Avenue Bonanna Lewis White

Mrs Heitz Visits Vallejo Parents In Weeklong Stay

Mrs Kenneth Heitz of Vallejo visits her parents Mr and Mrs H B McConnell for the week. The guest will remain until the following Sunday and renew friendships in the area. The visitor is the former Gladys McConnell.

Kenneth Heitz Vallejo H. 8. McConnell

Episcopal Guild Tea at Mrs Taft Home Friday

Mrs Frank Taft will entertain Holy Trinity Episcopal Guild ladies Friday afternoon at two o clock in her home assisted by Mrs Albert Simpson Mrs Norman Buhn Lapreaide broadcasts social details of the event.

Frank Taft

County Federation Women’s Clubs Convention Date Set

The Mendocino county Federation of Women’s clubs will hold its annual convention on a Saturday in March in Willits with the Women’s Improvement club as hostesses. Speaker Dorsey McBride of the California Federation will attend, and officers will be elected by the nominating committee’s slate. Mrs. EB M Fisk is expected to succeed as president with Mrs. J H Hansen and Mrs. Roy Good co operating on program plans.

Mendocino EB. M. Fish Willits Leroy Woodhead Bion Mra. J. H. Hansen Ukiah Roy Good Wilts M. Fisk County Willits Improvement Club John Finns Kosamus Club

Mrs Asa Smith Celebrates 74th Birthday in Ukiah Home

Mrs Asa Smith was honored Friday evening with a surprise birthday party arranged by her daughter Leontam bert and sister Ella King. Friends and relatives gathered in Ukiah where she has lived sixty years, with out of town guests from Albany Sausalito and Hopland.

Asa Smith Leone Tambert Ella King Smith Ukiah John Shubat Albany Jane Gibson Sausalito Shubat Ion and Atts J. M. McKesson Phebe McKesson Edward Layman Frank Davidson Fad Davidson Richard Mazzoni Soxe Gibson Shubat B. Davidson William Rush Hopland Velma Maney Mra Frank Ew Davidson Gibson Mrs King

Deputy Grand Guardian Visits Bethel

Mrs Fodle Volts of MIL Valley deputy guardian of the Order of Job's Daughters conducted a class in the Maronic Temple for Ukiah Bethel. Mrs Jamon E. Scott local guardian attended. A later visit is planned with initiation. Next Bethel convening set for February 13.

Fodle Volts Mil Valley Arrand Job

Pioneer Family Member Margaret Small Dies in Ukiah

Mrs Margaret Frost Small 6 a Iacandes of the pioneer Willits family died at her Ukiah home late Monday from a paralytic stroke Friday. She lived in Willits until four years ago when moving to Ukiah. Wife of the late Walter Small she is survived by children Rena Freitus Rosa Burr Rhoda Gojok Jessie Teal and Burton Burr with numerous grandchildren and sons-in-law.

Margaret Frost Small Wilits Ukiah Small Willits Ait Herse Decessedl Walter Small Rena Freltus Oakland Rosa Burr Fort Brag

Ukiah Beauticians Sponsor Welfare Fund Card Party

The Ukdal Beauticians association has selected Friday February 3 for a benefit card party at the municipal clubhouse starting at eight o clock. A 60 cent admission covers an evening of prizes and refreshments with bridge other card games Chinese checkers and games of skill available.

Ukdal Beauticians Association Buusiness and Professional Women's Club

Central School Pupils to Appear at Grange

Central school students directed by Mrs Helena Johnson will present a play at Ukiah Grange Friday night at the bi monthly meeting. Wayne P Burke newly elected Master will preside. Refreshments will be served after the business meeting and program chaired by Mrs Johnson.

Central School Grange Helena Johnson Ukiah Grange Wayne P. Burke

Girls League Dinner Honors Staff in Ukiah High School Cafeteria

Miss Lorraine Hurley retiring president and Miss Alice Rampant incoming president led a spaghett i dinner honoring staff at Ukiah High School. Over 100 guests attended as new Girls League officers were elected including Allee Rampont as president and Helen Anderson as vice president with Mildred Tatman secretary and Barbara Allen treasurer. Hurley will install the new officers on Friday February 3.

Lorraine Hurley Girls’ League Ukiah High School Alice Rampant League Allee Rampont Mise Helen Anderson Mine Mildred Tatman Barbara Allen Girls’ League Council Mire Dora Bartolome Mies Hurley

Bess Eversole Hosts Eastern Star Matrons Luncheon

Mra. Bess Eversole deputy grand matron ninth district hosted Eastern Star matrons at a Rose Room luncheon in the Palace hotel. The event honored Mrs. Emma Leach Eureka district benevolent fund chair, who visited with Mrs. James Tuttle Eureka. Attending matrons included Katherine Martin Ukiah, Virgie Green Fort Bragg, Grace Haglund Mendocino Ocean View, Darlene Bishop A. Campbell Clear Lake, and Leila Vevoda.

Mra. Bess Eversole Order of Astern Star Palace Hotel Emma Leach Eureka Benevolent Fund Leach James Tuttle Katherine Martin Kingsley Ukiah Virgie Green Sapphire Fort Bragg Grace Haglund Ocean View Mendocino Darlene Bishop Arena A. Campbell Clear Lake Leila Vevoda Beas Eversole Ninth District

Ukiah Christian Endeavor Group Attends Lakeport Meet

A large Ukiah delegation attended the Lake Mendocino Union meeting in Lakeport on Saturday. The program ran 4:00 to 6:00 pm with games, a 6:30 potluck dinner, and social time at the Christian and Presbyterian churches. About 75 youths participated, with Rev W J Wilson and hosts aiding the event while unit presidents from several communities also attended.

Christian Endeavor Ukiah Lake Mendocing Union Lakeport Christian Church Presbyterian Church Brian Reid Santa Roag Redwood District Reid W. J. Wilson Lakeport Presbyterian Church Charles Wattson Napi Jatin Stone Sonoma James Hooper Cold Creek Audrey Doak Union Aldah Elbert Banks Glenn Leek Baby Marvin Romer William Moore Bessie Lynch Halena Johnson Guy Field Joan Grothe Christine Norris Ruth Briggs Marietta Burnham

Miss Compton Celebrated At Grove Street Birthday Party

Mr. and Mrs. host honored Miss Ellamace Compton on her birthday at their Grove and Park Boulevard home Saturday evening. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith, Agnes Haas, Colbert West, Arthur Tobin, Wayne Ponsonby, Beatrice Karplund, and the celebrant’s mother visiting from San Francisco. The party featured games and a buffet, with two large birthday cakes served.

Bradford Grove and Park Boulevard Misa Ellamace Compton Robert Smith Agnes Haas Colbert West Arthur Tobin Wayne Ponsonby Beatrice Karplund Hosta San Francisco

Major operation at Ukiah General Hospital

Mrs J F Ormiston underwent a major operation Saturday evening at Ukiah General Hospital. Dis 8 1L Rea and J J Kirwin performed the surgery.

Mra J. F. Ormiston Ukiah General Hospital Dis Rea J. J. Kirwin

Drama Section To Present Play At Club

Drama section of the club presents modern four part comedy to Saturday Afternoon Club members on Saturday February 4. Mrs James E Scott chairs the section with members C A Bernhard W B Cannon L M Folsom BE F Hant Ralph Hogan Athol Harr KR J Pearl H L Preston Max Stowe Alyce Finne. Roles played by Mrs Max Stowe Mrs Lon Gibson Mrs Frank Mills. A musical program follows with Mrs H J Preston singing solos an instrumental quartet and Merv C A Bernhard delivering a monologue. Business meeting led by Mrs Lon Gibson. View art exhibits after.

James E. Scott Mesdemes C. A. Bernhard W. B. Cannon L. M. Folsom BE. F. Hant Ralph Hogan Athol Harr J. Pearl H. L. Preston Max Stowe Alyce Finne Lon Gibson Frank Mills H. J. Preston Merv. C. A. Bernhard

Young Set Honors Helen Anderson At Dancing Party

Helen Anderson was guest of honor at a surprise birthday dance party held Saturday evening at the hop Kiln on Louis Silver ranch north of Ukiah. A nine formal program featured dancing and games followed by refreshments served by mothers including Mrs. Louis Silver and Mrs. Paul Anderson. Attending were Misses Alice Rampont Pat Branscomb Geneva Mowat Verna Taleo June Daut Norma Vinrengo Crystal Gowan Harriet and Elaine Bell Ruby Zandes Lorraine Hurley and more, with fathers and brothers among the male guests.

Mias Helen Andrtson Louis Silver Ranch Ukiah Louis Silver Paul Anderson Honotee J. C. Hurley Rene Rampont Miss Anderaun Alice Rampont Pat Branscomb Geneva Mowat Verna Taleo June Daut Norma Vinrengo Crystal Gowan Harriet Elaine Bell Ruby Zandes Lorraine Hurley Messia Leonard Smith Buck Goodwin

Art Exhibit Series Shown At Batu Day Afternoon Club

The Picture: Making Processes exhibit sits in Batu Day Afternoon Club rooms with a fire, spring flowers, and guided talks by Mrs. Ralph Hogan and Mrs. Olive B. Busch. Mrs. Irving M. Brazier oversees arrangements for the San Francisco Museum of Art extension program. Free viewing daily 2 to 4, and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. Saturday afternoon hours are omitted.

Batuday Ralph Hogan Olive B. Busch Irving M. Brazier San Francisco Museum of Art

Marriage Applications Fratis Saunders and Ring Millard

In Ukiah on January 30, Louis Fratis weds Margaret Saunders both of Fort Bragg. William Arden Ring of Willits marries Harriett Millard of Guerneville. Mrs. Carrie Van Voast has returned home from a two weeks' stay in San Francisco.

Fratis—Saunders Ukiah Louis Fratis Margaret Saunders Fort Bragg Ring Millard William Arden Ring Willits Harriett Millard Guerneville Carrie van Voast San Francisco

Church Activities and Services Across Local Congregations

The Presbyterian Church announces a 6 48 a m cession, 11 a m worship with Dr Van der Las on The Beauty of the Christian Life, marking the 58th Christian Endeavor anniversary with a pot luck supper at 6 p m and a program by joint societies. Redwoods Churches of Christ members meet Monday 10 30 a m to 4 00 pm, inviting all. Christian Science lessons feature Spirit as the Season and a Bible text from II Corinthians 3 17. Acts 8 6 1 and a passage from the Textbook on spiritual reality and harmony.

Presbyterian Church van der Las Christian Endeavor Movement Christian Science Church Phillip Samaria Christ Philip

Ukiah Gospel Tabernacle Services and Fellowship Meeting

Ukiah Gospel Tabernacle on Barnes and Smith streets lists Sunday School at 9 45 a m Morning Worship at 11 00 Young Peoples Meeting at 6 30 p m Evening Evangelistic Service at 7 30 Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 30 The Lake and Mendocino District Fellowship meeting is Monday February 6 with an afternoon service at 2 30 and 4 Christ's Ambassador rally at 7 followed by an evening service Rev BE Paul Johnson of Fort A will speak A cordial welcome is extended to all services.

Ukiah Gospel Tabernacle Barnes and Smith Robert FE. Ray Young Peoples Lake and Mendotino Christ's Ambassador Paul Johnson Fort Bragg

Methodist Church Services and Mission Classes

The Methodist Church presents Dr. Mark Pike as minister with 9:45 a.m. church school and 11 a.m. sermon Your Soul Has Eyes. Evening service 7:30 features The Privilege of Living and Junior vested choir. Midweek missions class 3:55 and 7:30 led by Dr Ezra Cox from the Board of Missions. Attendees include pastors and missionary society presidents from Healdsburg Willits Upper Lake Lakeport and Point Arena. Wednesday prayer service at 7:30 completes the schedule.

Methodist Church Mark Pike Fpworth Philadelphia Healdsburg Willits Upper Lake Lakeport Point Arena

Pastor Presents Two Pentecost Themed Sunday Talks

At 11 o clock Sunday morning the pastor will discuss The Positive Products of Pentecost and at 730 p m The Magnatic Power of the Cross of Christ. Bible school at 945 a m, Christian Endeavor union rally at five p m, and Bible study with prayer service Wednesday at 730 p m.

Christian Endeavor Union

Three Foursomes Join for Tuesday Luncheon at Clubhouse

Three bridge clubs combined for the Tuesday luncheon at the municipal clubhouse despite stormy weather. About 30 reservations were recorded, with guests including social and business groups and golfers. The event featured marigolds and spring flowers, and the three foursomes listed include Ida Brown and others, Lottie Collins group, and a newly formed ensemble with Mrs. Merk and Mrs. Tracy.

Ida Brown F. ‘ James Jessie Brunney Lewis Fulsom

San Jose Guests Visit Ends With Plans For Return

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moore of San Jose were surprise weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Schamber. The hosts and guests, who first bonded in the Hawaiian Islands, enjoyed their stay and plan another visit.

Robert Moore San Jose E. H. Schamber Hawaiian Islands Moores

First Baptist Church Service Times and Welcome

Leonard G. Brown pastor leads First Baptist Church with Bible study at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. includes song service and gospel message. Midweek prayer and Bible study Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:45 p.m. for junior, senior and adult groups.

First Baptist Church Leonard G. Brown

Boonville Pentecostal Assembly Invites All to Services

Boonville Pentecostal Assembly led by Pastor G. Akers announces midweek services on Wednesday and Friday at 7 30 p m and a Sunday schedule with Sunday School at 10 a m worship at 11 a m and evangelistic meeting at 7 30 p m All are invited to hear God's word at Boonville location.

Parish Mass Schedule Across Rancheria Churches

Father Adrian Sharkey, Pastor, with Assistants Fathers Raphael Quinn and Iraencus O'Sullivan, lists monthly Mass times for Albertinum Convent West St Marys Calpella St Francis Rancheria State Hospital Hopland and Indian Rancherias with varying Sundays and times across locations. The schedule covers 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th Sundays including special first Sunday masses and differing start times.

Albertinum Convent Perkins St. Mary's Church Calpella Francis’ Rancheria State Hospital Hopland T. Dominic's Adrian Sharkey Raphael Quinn Iraencus O'Sullivan

Katherine Harvey Hosts Birthday Party in Ukiah

Mrs Katherine Harvey entertained Saturday evening with a birthday party for Mia Davis. The guests shared a pottery shower and played progressive Chinese checkers while refreshments featured individual frosted cakes. Attendees included W K Davis Karl Davis James Williams Xi Gouge R Duncan and L H F Suydam. The Ukiah W C T U January meeting is set for Friday at 2 30 in Mrs J E Pembertons home to discuss the county convention in Willits in May.

W. KK. Davis Katherine Harvey Mra. Harvey Mia. Davis W. K. Davis Karl Davis Mra James Williams Hopland

Madame Butterfly Seen by Ukiah Groups at Opera House

Three local groups attended the San Carlo Opera Company performances of Madame Butterfly at the San Francisco Opera House on Saturday afternoon. Among attendees were Karlen Karch and daughters Ruth and Carol, Mrs Kasch, Sam Ray and son, Mrs Sam Ray, Mia Walter Sandella with sister Mrs Willan Davis, and Ray with his mother visiting from San Mateo Junior College mid term break. The company, directed by Fortune Gallo, delivered an outstanding performance of Madame Butterfly according to attendees.

San Carlo Opera Company San Francisco Opera House Karlen Karch Ruth Carol Kasch Bay Region Sam Ray Aon Sam Jr Ray San Mateo Junior College Mia Walter Sandella Willan Davis San Francisco Fortune Gallo

Evening Party At Telephone Club in Townes Home

Mr and Mrs Albert Towne hosted the Telephone club for their regular monthly evening party on Saturday. Bridge and checkers were played while refreshments were served. Indies high score went to Mrs Harry Hanson, men’s high to J J Willian, low scores to Mrs Geare Reed and Harry Hanson. Special guests included Mr and Mrs V Wicklund of Lake County and Mr and Mrs George Reed of San Rafael, weekend visitors. Present were Bayard Shields, Harry Hanson, J O Williams, the hosts, and two out of town couples.

Mia Albert Towne Harry Hanson J. J. Willian Geare Reed San Rafael V. Wicklund Lake County George Reed

Relatives to Arrive for G Leek Birthday

Glenn Leek will celebrate his birthday on Saturday February 4 with his parents Mr and Mrs Vernon Leek arriving from San Francisco for the occasion. Miss Hazel Leek is staying with the Glenn Leeks for a week and will return to the bay district with her parents Sunday after the family celebration.

Glenn Leek Vernon Leek San Francisco Hazel Leek Glenn Leeks Bay District

Sunday School Members Enjoy Evening of Games

Eighteen members from two Presbyterian departments gathered Friday for games and a refreshment service in church rooms. Prizes were won by John Stowe Victoria Cholli Charles Knight Frances McNeill and Crais Jamon.

Presbyterian Sunday School John Stowe Victoria Cholli Charles Knight Frances McNeill Crais Jamon

Also Mentioned on This Page

Edna May Dane Bride of Merle Alexander Irving M. Bragiett Virth Treasure Island Kosmos Club W. D. L. Theld Held Mendocino County Mos Clade Halliday Mian Gibson Halliday John Finge Olive RB. Buseh Fred Finne Ernest Mine J.D. Bingson Minote Brow R. O. Foster P. Ronzana Episcopal Guild County Federation Women’s Clubs Bethel Willits Passes Ukiah Beauticians Bess Eversole Ukiah Christian Endeavor Group Miss Compton Helen Anderson Tors Churches of Christ of the Redwood Empire W. Theodore Matlock R. A. Milne Mours Savings Bank Chas. Kasch Odd Fellows Building North State Ukiah, Callf Catholic Services Ukiah W. Co, T. U J. E. Pemberton North Bush Street G. Leek Frank Foster Standley Sts Ukiah, Calif
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