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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1960
Page
4
Patricia McCormack profiles Miss Vivian Moffitt of Death Lakes Minnesota who, despite cerebral palsy, writes and inspires kindness. The piece lists ten beatitudes urging patience and understanding from friends and strangers, honoring her crafts, work, and resilience.
The piece highlights bold jeweled trends for the winter social season with oversized beads and dramatic pearl and gold tone pieces. It notes long strands, opera-length necklaces, and gilded beads making a striking, glamorous statement in accessorizing.
Mrs. and Mr. Joseph W. Rodgers hosted an open house on Country Club Drive announcing the engagement of their daughter Penelope to David H. Ransom Jr. of Rolling Hills. The pair, both active in Long Beach Civic Light Opera, plan a summer wedding. Penelope, a Polytechnic High School alumna, is a USC freshman majoring in driving. David attended the University of Wisconsin and Reed College and serves as vice president of Ransom Research Inc. in San Pedro.
Carol Rutledge Srirk of Los Alamitos and Lt. George Frederick Bunker Jr. announce their engagement. The bride’s parents are Kennard Rutledge of Los Alamitos and Mrs. Rutledge, with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Raymond S. Meeker of Long Beach. Carol, a UCLA graduate and former Wilson High School Girls’ League president, will wed after her June UCLA graduation. George, stationed in Long Beach with the Navy, is a UCLA graduate, Phi Psi member, and varsity football alum. he plans six silent law actions following service.
The piece describes varied plans for New Year’s Eve across Southern California, from quiet fireside gatherings to lively parties at homes and clubs. It names hosts Shirley and Newton Yost, Jeanne and Dale Lessy, Ruth and Billy Bates, and the Lohmuellers, with Buffett offerings and weekend visits by Katherine Howell and friends.
Bridge players gathered for the Winter Fre liona at Lafayette Hall with Tuesday results led by Cogan first and Belazsar second in the Ober Saw major event. Other top finishers included Harry, Ketchum, and Faner in East and West divisions. Mrs Reveall, Eldon Bard-magies, and John Austin among winners, with Thursday matches and Friday evening races noted alongside performances in the Jewish Community seniors club and local trials.
A compact office tip advises keeping makeup remover pads at your desk for quick touch ups and repairs when there is no time for a full wash.
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