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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1959
Page
6
Easy on Leaves warns that fall foliage is attractive but should be used sparingly indoors away from light fixtures to prevent fire risk and heat damage. The notice emphasizes safe display of dried leaves and ornamental greenery.
New York reports a rehabilitation program where illness and disability are tempered by magic. The Committee for Therapy Through Magic trains magicians and volunteers to visit hospitals, schools, and nursing homes teaching coin tricks, rope feats, and card work to build confidence, develop paralyzed muscles, and lift morale. Classes run at least two hours weekly, with up to 10 children or 12 adults per session and a minimum three months needed to see results.
Long Beach Chapter of American Gold Star Mothers Inc will hold a noon Wednesday gathering in the Veterans Building for a potluck luncheon and social meeting honoring members with October birthdays. Mrs Blanche T Rhoades was reelected president, with Louise Penney and Matilda Miller as vice presidents and a slate including Ada Townend chaplain Leila Brown recording secretary Elsie Scruggs treasurer Effie Syverson sergeant at arms Margaret Winter custodian of records Lacy Stambaugh historian Emma Hartlieb flag guard Buenna Gregory banner guard.
Linda Heckman a sophomore at Occidental College has been named sweetheart of Oxy chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia for 1959 60. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs John E Heckman of 191 East 66th Street and graduated from Jordan High School where she was an American Field Service representative to Finland.
First Lutheran Church hosted the wedding of Karen Kay Suckla and Lloyd A. Pollard. Suckla, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Suckla of Bellflower, wore a white peau de soie gown with Alencon lace. Attendants wore dark green velvet. The bridal party included Frank Pollard as best man and ushers Ray Gandy Tom Rutherford and George Venturella. The bride is a Bellflower High School graduate. the groom from Wilson High School.
Paul M. Lloyds son of Paul H. Lloyds claimed Margorie Ann Smith daughter of Mrs Clyde M. Smith of Morenci Michigan and the late Mr Smith in a morning service at St Bartholomew's Church Newlyweds reside in Long Beach after a Nevada honeymoon
New York report describes Bio-Dyne a new healing substance that shrinks hemorrhoids relieves itch and eases pain without narcotics or anesthetics. Doctors observed prompt pain relief and actual reduction over weeks with long term improvement claimed by patients. Preparation H products promote this treatment and are widely sold with satisfaction guarantee.
Judith McCann unveils Hoopon, a clamp free earring design resting on the ear curve for comfort and security. The model wears a gold plated circlet with a baroque pearl tear drop, complemented by two Shavon pearl necklaces in a coordinated display, available locally.
The Long Beach section of the National Council of Jewish Women hosts a luncheon at Alfred's Restaurant after which members model new shoe and bag styles from Joseph's Salon. Reservations are with Mrs J Leff or Mrs R Golub following the 12 15 p m luncheon Tuesday.
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