Merritt Golden Wedding Reminiscence at Downey Party
Mr and Mrs Lemuel Merritt of Bellflower celebrated 50 years of marriage with a golden anniversary at the Downey home of their son L M Merritt. Over 100 guests including five generations attended. The couple eloped in 1905 at midnight near Sayre Ola after parental objections. They moved to Los Angeles in 1923 and now attend Bethany Baptist Church in Bellflower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lemuel M. Merritt
Bellflower
Downey
L. MM. Merritt
Merritts
Mr. Merritt
Laurel Merritt
Stephen Merritt
Gordon Merritt
Anna
Merritt
Sayre
Ola
Los Angeles
Bethany Baptist Church
Playmates for a 19 month old child care guidance
A reader asks about the effects of limited playmates for a 19 month old. Experts note toddlers around age two seek peer interaction yet early years focus on parental bonds. Suggest arranging visits with nearby families, forming cooperative groups, and seeking local child care advice through the PRESS-TELEGRAMS column.
Showers For Bride Elect Katherine Van Etten
Bride elect Katherine Van Etten receives multiple pre nuptial showers ahead of her April 16 wedding to James E. Adams of Norwalk. Parties hosted by Mrs. Donald Duf Tin and Mrs. Jack Griep feature pink and white decor,co host Judy Payno, and a china shower by Third District Dental Assistants. Additional gatherings planned at local homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine van Etten
James E. Adams
Norwalk
Donald Duf Tin
Coronado Ave
Judy Payno
Jack Griep
Walnut ‘Ave
Third District
Caleb Tenkhoff
E. Third St
Lasting Fragrance Tip Liquid Skin Sachet Suggests Houbigant Chantilly
Dear Penny notes perfume cling issues and recommends a Liquid Skin Sachet for women who find scents do not stay. The sachet base slows diffusion, helping linger. suggests Houbigant Chantilly Liquid Skin Sachet at $1.85 plus tax in better stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penny
Is She Too Young to Marry in Wartime Love
A Dear Abby style column discusses a 16 year old girl dating an 18 year old serving in the army who plans marriage after his next furlough. Her parents approve, but she fears losing schooling and a longer engagement. Abby advises waiting, noting both are very young and that delaying marriage will likely be best for their futures. She urges the couple to weigh future goals, his army career, and education before committing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Mayfield
M. M
Why Grow Old Feet Tired Feet Cause Home Accidents
A Press Telegram article summarizes a survey by foot doctors showing fatigue raises home accident risk. It recommends low heeled, non skid walking shoes with supportive uppers and flexible soles, noting most mishaps happen late in the day. It urges proper footwear for women to reduce fatigue and injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peaven
Hese
Ithey
Friday Club Hears Talks at Municipal Art Center
Members of the Friday Morning Discussion Club met at the Municipal Art Center for a varied program. Speakers covered topics such as Robin Red Breast, All Year Round Gardening, Indirect Advertising, and Chinchillas. Parly lists and an English lesson were also part of the program, followed by luncheon at Mrs. R. A. Clifgard’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Municipal Art Center
Herald of Spring
Vida Tyler
G. E. Trout
David Hull Robinson
Stella Oleatt
Fred D. Stuthman
T. R. Scofield
H. A. Zelsdorf
H. E. Lewis
R. A. Clifgard
Sema Club Hosts Informal Meeting With Pantomime Titles
Sema Club entertained members and guests at the home of Mrs. William C. Cone, with President James A. Cone announcing the next meeting featuring pantomime titles and an award for the most correct. Guests included Mrs. Dale J. Imes, Joan Miller, Mary Lena H. Austin, and others, social hour planned by Mrs. Whitmore and refreshments by Mrs. Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sema
Don A. Lewis
Vernon M. Lewis
Walter E. Kuencer
William C.james A. Cone
Anderson
Lees Ave
Charles G. Quick
Dee St
Mmes
Dale J Imes
Joan Miller
Mary Lena H. Austin
Charles H. Jones
Han
Peggy Belyeu
Pat Thomp
James R. Montague
William C.son
Pat Niver
Dorothy Olston
Edward A. Cope
Sid
Margaret Scott
Phyllis
William Blackwell
Iman
Audrey Langslet
Shirley
Whitmore
Miss Maurine
Mmes. Brown
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Milton 1. Levine
M.D
Jean H. Seligmann
Hellth France
Molly Mayfield
By Josephine Lowman
The
Arches
Osephine Lowman
Southland
Spurloge
Marshall Pisce
Long Beach
Calif
Sema Club
Franges
Fark Shop
Sree Merit
Wena Hastings
K. Penney
Walt Jordan
Dobyn's
Wilton
Long Back
Asi Hana
Gingham Dress Shop
E. Anaheim
Assort
Anaheim
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