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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1958

Page

12

Welcoming Fete Tuesday at North Long Beach Juniors

The North Long Beach Junior Women's Club invites new members to a welcoming fete at 8 p.m. Tuesday in the Jordan Hi-Teen Canteen. April is set aside to honor those accepted into the local federated junior club with Mrs. Kenneth Newton, president, and Mrs. Carl Rodgers, membership chair, hosting initiation ceremonies and welcoming new members including Richard Belville, Carl Green, Wilbur Howard, Roland Berry, John Wilson, Dick Wing-Hortlen, Ray Bowen, Ray Dromgold, and George Madcux.

North Long Beach Jordan Federated Junior Club Kenneth Newton Carl Rodgers Ray Bowen Ray Dromgold George Madcux

Newlyweds Honored at Surprise Supper Party

A surprise supper and shower honored Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cassedy after their recent marriage. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Randall of 904 Cartagena Ave Mines, with J. E. Klein and Max Durham assisting. Pink and white floral arrangements decorated the Randall home as dinner guests presented gifts to the couple.

J. W. Cassedy Ray Randall Cartagena Ave. Mines J. E. Klein Max Durham Randell Messrs and Ines Clarance Retchantz J. E. Hein Bob Utterback Enneth Moffett Charlie Crawbolt Frank Sartee

Velveted sashes with jewel colors debut for Gressy wear

Color note highlights velvet sashes in jewel tones paired with Gressy separates. Fringed ends add a finishing touch.

Gressy

Rona Rae Ruddach to wed William Campbell

Rona Rae Ruddach announced her engagement to William Robert Campbell at a La Venta dinner party in Palos Verdes. Ruddach, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George M. Ruddach of Long Beach, and Campbell, son of Mrs. Lyle E. Wansch, Long Beach, and Harold J. Campbell, are Polytechnic High graduates active at Long Beach State College.

la Venta Inn Palos Vertes Bétates Rona Ruddach William Robert Campbell George M. Ruddach Long Beach Lyle E. Wansch Tate Harold J. Campbell Polytechnic High School Long Beach State College

PEO Group Elects Officers at Long Beach Meeting

Mrs R H Whiteman heads Long Beach District PEO Reciprocity for the coming year. At a March 25 WCA Building session the new president and officers were elected: Mrs J Worthington Chan CR vice president, F S Brown charter DP recording secretary, J B Hixson Chapter CL corresponding secretary, E L W Arey Chapter 16 treasurer. Chapter 16 members hosted a coffee hour before the business session.

R. H. Whiteman Long Beach Burea WCA Bulding Mmes. J. Worthington Chanter Treaster Beach Vasey

Conference Slated for P T A

A secondary and college conference for 93 junior and senior high schools and junior colleges in the 33rd District CCPT runs from 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday at Lynwood Christian Church. Everett M. Findlay of Long Beach, district president, will officiate with committee members Mrs. John M. Rigby of Long Beach and Mrs. Charles A. Woods of Downey.

P-T.a CCPT Lynwood Christian Church Wes Everett M. Findlay Long Beach John M Rigby Charles A. Woods Downey

Auxiliary Guild Sets Tuesday Clinic Meeting

The Long Beach Long Beach Chapter of the American Guild of Organists plans a Tuesday meeting at Moore Memorial Methodist Hospital to organize a work party and prepare for a new epilepsy clinic. Claire Coci announced a $100 contribution and a potential charter plane for regional members with an invited National Guild liaison joining the epilepsy effort. Betty Reid of the Long Beach Public Library will review musician biographies at a Wednesday program hosted by the Long Beach Branch of the Music Teachers Association, with John Fitzer presiding.

Frank Owen Mariposa Ave Los Angeles Long Beach American Guild of Organists Hos Pital Moore Memorial Methodist Claire Coci Donald Penrose Decre Sage Spon Auxiliary Huston Tex Agnes Spies Betty Reid Wc Library Music Teachers Assn. of California Moon Lanfayette Hotel John Fitzer Alice Durham

Silver Year Open House Hints At Announced Anniversary

A Neenah Wis family, the Smongesky duo Mrs Don King and their daughters Kathy and Kim, plan a silver anniversary open house on March 23 at their home on Gilmark Ave. The couple tied their 25th wedding bond in Menasha Wis and will host relatives and close friends. May is designated as the group’s related celebration month.

Neenah Wis Repinafore South Menasha Don King Clu Tuncheon

Gilded Lily Warning on Overdone Accessories

A fashion note warns that excess jewelry feathers bows and veils ruin chic looks. It urges women to simplify and avoid messy accessories, noting the cluttered style stems from poor handling of gold and elaborate hats.

Shoe Wardrobe And Rest for Longevity Of Shoes

A shoe wardrobe idea suggests rotating pairs with two days rest after each wearing to extend life. Emphasizes diverse heel heights and colors for better service and longer wear.

Where S & Sound Teasort

Amvets Diary Meeting Set for Wednesday

The Wednesday Amvets Audiary 13 will meet at 3 PM in the Veterans Memorial Building. Genevieve Sheldon will preside over the business session, with Mrs Milton Basham and Mrs James Bingham as hostesses for the special hour.

Amvets Audiary 13 Pam Veterans ‘Memorial Building Genevieve Sheldon Wil Milton Basham James Bingham

Veterans group to meet at Mercrial building Wednesday

United Spanish War Veterans Women auxiliary of USWV Long Beach will hold a meeting Wednesday at the Veterans Memorial building. Margaret Hates will preside over the business session at 7.

USWV Long Beach Auxiliary United Spanish War Veterans If Veterans Mercrial Building Margaret Hates Wil

Party Time Velvet Tank Top With White Chiffon Skirt

A velvet tank top paired with a full white chiffon skirt designed for year round wear. The outfit presents a versatile, elegant look suitable for parties and formal events.

Car Coat Comment in Gabardine and Hooded Options

The car coat described in gabardine with quilted wool lining proves useful for suburban or country wear. Some versions feature collars that convert into hoods for extra protection.

Plan Annual Fete by Beta Sigma Phi Members

Beta Sigma Phi members completed plans for their founders day fete to be observed April 20 at the Petroleum Club. The session was held at Miss Ethel Wampler’s home with Mrs. Ann Crum as co hostress.

Beta Sigma Phi Petroleumn Club Ethel Wampler Ann Crum

Visit of Mr and Mrs Medberry to Long Beach

Mr and Mrs Keith Medberry of Minneapolis Mint visit their aunt Mrs Winfred Thompson at 1837 Olive Ave Long Beach. They plan to stay about two weeks in the Southland.

Keith Medberry Minneapolis, Mint Winfred Thompson Olive Ave Southland

Many Witness Rall McDowell Vow Exchange

Betty Louise McDowell and Edward H. Rall Jr exchanged wedding vows at Lakewood Village Community Church in the presence of family. About 250 guests attended a two reception at Lakewood Country Club and the couple will reside in Westchester.

Betty Louise McDowell Edward H. Rall Jr Lakewood Village Lakewood Country Club Birs Charles A. McDowell Long Beach L&rs Ralph Renee

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