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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1957
Page
14
Margery Buckeye of Roll Aviz and formerly Long Beach wed Lt. James A. Cook U S Army in a recent ceremony in Yuma. Cook is the son of James Cook of Hermosa Beach.
Grandmothers Ang Tiench Grandmothers Clun and Chayter 38 meet at 7:30 pm in Linder Hall 208 Linden Ave. Mrs. Margaret program chairmeas will present Mrs. Charles Snow who will speak on antiques.
Dr and Mrs Joe Lunn with youngsters Mary Kane and Sally enjoyed a several day visit at Del Mone Lodge Pebble Beach, staying as guests.
In a controversial stance, Hopkins derides women as drivers citing high school graduate, Yorivite Read-H-G victory, and plans to study at Wefford College. A poll of 1,500 drivers shows hazards from poorly trained, emotionally immature, and inattentive drivers with calls for stricter licenses and better driver education.
Otha Johnson and Grace Howell of 191 Chestnut Ave are enjoying trips to Las Vegas. The two women are vacationing in Nevada's city and taking in its many attractions.
Henrietta Szald group of Long Beach chapter of Hadassah hosts its 1957 58 membership tea at 1 p m Wednesday in the tropical gardens at 285 Riele Ave the home of Mrs Max Slotland Mrs Seymour Fromer membership vice president chairs the event Johnny Riley of the Pacific Coast Club will present a water ballet and exhibition diving acts Frederick Stotland will appear as a comic swimmer and diver A brief talk on health and welfare services of Hadassah will conclude the afternoon Interested persons may attend or obtain information from Mrs Fromer 3236 Golden Ave
Jim Edwards of afield Ave Lakewood announces visitors Sept 13 welcoming Mrs res brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Robert E French formerly of Long Beach now in Levittown Pa The Frenches will stay about two weeks in town
Garden enthusiasts who spend time kneeling in dirt show worn knees, especially in shorts or swimsuits. Thick rubber knee pads can prevent dirt stains and protect for future gardening sessions.
Moist lips blur the outline and make lipstick smear. Proper prep helps achieve a crisp, clean finish. Use a lip balm to hydrate then blot before applying color for defined results.
Mrs. Ernest Hoffman of 2310 Lemon Ave hosted a gathering for 42 wives of Anzacs, members of the New Zealand and Australian Girls Clubs of Long Beach. Supper featured favorite foods from down under.
Advice suggests applying an antiperspirant once daily to reduce sweating on hands. It also advises rubbing alcohol or antiseptic powder during the day to help manage the condition.
Tomorrow at 7 30 pm in the Lafayette Grand Ballroom a fashion show sponsored by sixteen Long Beach merchants invites all area teenagers to attend without charge and select outfits for fall. After the hour long presentation, a free dance featuring Herb Tompkins Orchestra follows poolside refreshments. Wilma Hastings will narrate. Local high school and college students model. Merchants include Parisienne Vinson's GiGi's Taller Girl Career Girl and more. Loren Cecil a Jordan High singer will appear with other acts.
Dr and Miss Leon Emery Hilton of Twenty Nine Palms announce the engagement of their daughter Gwendolyn Victoria Hilton to Donald Lee Sneed of Miami Oklahoma son of Mr and Mrs J C Sneed. Gwendolyn a Long Beach resident attends Long Beach State College majoring in elementary education active in inter varsity Christian Fellowship and Forensics. Donald Sneed serves in the U S Navy. No wedding date set.
Entertained at a social evening by Mr and Mrs Kenneth Mac Donald of Lakewood were 40 family members and friends. The gathering ended with a late buffet supper to celebrate the father Donald MacDonald of Toronto visiting California for the first time in three weeks.
North Long Beach Women’s Club members met at 472 Harding Ave to discuss yearly art projects and a potential art scholarship. Hostess Jolin Garrells displayed paintings by Gildo Christa Nelson and Harrison Begay as Papoose painting style figures. Mrs. Lester Peebles spoke on the Shepherd of the Hills museum visit in Branson Missouri.
Col. Charles R. Pierce recently transferred from the Pentagon to Webb Air Force Base Texas where he will lead the jet flying group. He and his wife Col. Mrs. Pierce traveled via Las Vegas after visiting family in Los Angeles and are hosted by Col. Pierce's parents Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Pierce at 21 La Linda Drive.
Ardis Club entertained regional and international Toastmistress Club officers at Mrs. Floyd Potter's home. Highlights from conclaves in Dallas Boston San Francisco and Louisville were shown after host remarks by former ITC president.
Readers planning to publish engagement or wedding stories in the Independent or Press-Telegram must obtain a form from the Society Department, sign it with the bride or parent, provide a pre wedding bride photo, and submit within a week after the ceremony. No photos or stories accepted beyond two weeks after the wedding. If both engagement and wedding occur within three months, two photos cannot be used.
The guide recommends easy, low-maintenance styles like a smooth medium page-boy brushed into shape and a step-back effect secured with a ribbon or scarf. It notes keep it simple for summer playtime and fall or winter wear, with a feather cut as the simplest option if it suits the wearer.
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