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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1961

Page

6

Learbly Fund or Fun Raising

Abigail Van Buren answers readers on church involvement and balancing fund raising with social events. A church widow asks how to cope with her husband’s heavy participation. Abby cautions to avoid confusing faith with frequent social activities and suggests a playful alternative.

Abby

Mrs Torpey Gaveleers Proxy as President at Luncheon

Mrs Nelson C Torpey was elected president of the Gaveleers during a noon luncheon at the home of retiring president Mrs Clayton F Watson. Other officers named include Mrs P C Vilander and Mrs Vin ton Pease. An installation luncheon is set for Sept 26 to map plans for the year.

Nelson C. Torpey Gaveleers Long Beach Women's Club Claton F. Watson Mmes. P. C. Vilander Vinton Pease Watson

Debs to Hobnob Wednesday Debutante Gathering in Long Beach

The Junior League of Long Beach hosts the first gathering for this year’s debutantes at Mrs. Clare Hamman’s home on Country Club Drive. Mothers will join to discuss the December 27 debut at the Pacific Coast Club. Debutante coordinator Mrs. Hamman is aided by committee members Llewellyn Bixby Jr., John F. Craig I, William Davidson, William Stanton, and James Wood.

Long Beach Clare Hamman Purpose Long Beach Society Pacific Coast Club Hamman Mmes Llewellyn Bixby Jr John F. Craig I William Davidson William Stanton James Wood

College Payment in Degrees

New York reports that middle class families increasingly finance college through installments rather than lump sums. Robert J. Keir of Tuition Plan Inc notes average four year costs around ten thousand dollars and that many families use monthly payments funded by current income to avoid large upfront sums.

New York UPI Einstein Peter Paul Keir

Tricks for a Small Room Illusion and Layout Tips

Practical tips advise painting walls light to recede and replacing bulky furniture with scaled pieces. Avoid dividing spaces. choose multiuse items and ensure everything has a designated spot. Bright accents in fabrics add personality without sacrificing style.

WSCS Meeting at Lakewood Community Methodist Church

WSCS will gather Wednesday at 10 30 a m at 4360 Bellflowers Blvd with a business session at 11, followed by sack lunch and a program at 1 p m. Visitors are welcome and child care is provided.

Lakewood Community Methodist Wscs Bellflowers Blvd

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