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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1970
Page
4
A 1970 letter column features readers debating topics including a theory linking breast feeding to lesbianism, a mother exposing a pastor's use of the word regardless, and a note on dieting etiquette. The exchanges showcase columnist guidance and reader opinions from Lompoc.
A reader recalls a friend making allergic reactions visible at a social meal. The letter notes double standards in scolding about allergies versus alcohol and ties the issue to censorship and freedom of reading. The columnist invites readers to write with problems.
The Y's Menettes for wives of the Y's Mens Club organized this month at the YMCA. First officers: Mrs. Elliott Harrison president, Mrs. Beverly Smith vice president, Mrs. Thomas Chrones secretary treasurer. Other leaders named with a July 1 meeting planned at Mrs. Harrison's home.
A Saturday night luau at 237 S. H St hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rodarte featured a pit roasted piglet as the centerpiece. Neighbors Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis and Mr. and Mrs. James Haven co hosted for about 70 guests who wore island attire among tropical flowers and sea shells. Rodarte, returning from Johnson Island, shared recipes for the luau dishes and guests helped prepare the meals following the provided directions.
The menu features Maui Linguica Won Ton Chutney tuna pupu oriental egg rolls Sashimi Rumaki and more. Dishes include chicken Chinese salad shrimp tempura oyster fritters island sukayaki teriyaki beef kalua pig chicken and beer with vegetables fruit and tropical beverages like mai tai luau punch and beer.
Alpha Club installs officers for 1970 7 at Tierra Adorado District California Federation of Women's Clubs. New officers include President Mrs Richard F Johnson and Vice President Mrs Joseph Toomey with other posts filled by Mrs Marvis Tugman Mrs Harry A Joy and Mrs Glenn Bohn. Guests included Mrs Rosemary King and Miss Connie Korczak as entertainment preceded by organ selections.
Miss Jean Castagnoli and Michael Murphy exchanged marriage vows Saturday at the Vandenberg AFB Chapel with Chaplain Norris K Tennant officiating. The bride, a Cabrillo High School graduate, wore an organza gown and veil, and the couple plans a Las Vegas honeymoon after Murphy’s service in the Air Force and current study at Central State College in Edmond Oklahoma.
Santa Maria secretaries are invited to a June 25 business and dinner meeting hosted by the newly elected board at Mrs. Wilbur C. Hatsell’s home 517 East Sunset. An informal social hour at 7 precedes the meeting and installation of six new members followed by an Italian dinner and social program led by Miss Gloria Monica, president.
Native Daughters of the Golden West La Purisima Parlor elected officers for 1970 71 following initiation of new members Mrs Eloise Alexander and Mrs Barbara Pohlhammer. Officers include Jessie Ramming president Clay Kern vice president Delbert Price second vice president Alf Rande Gary Benson marshal and others. Plans for installation ceremonies and a hamburger booth at the Flower Festival were discussed.
The Lompoc Toastmistress Club will install Mrs. John Williaitis as president Thursday at 7 PM at the Golden Greek Restaurant. Regional installing officer will be Mrs. Willard Houston of the Sierra Nevada Region. Reservations through Mrs. Robert Holmes. Speaker will be Mrs. William Gill with topic Communications There’s No Lack of it.
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