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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1955

Page

22

Dear Confused Mom Seeks Guidance on Children and Freedom

A distressed young mother writes that elopement at seventeen led to a burdensome marriage. She contemplates returning to carefree life with her parents but fears abandoning her three small children. The columnist urges reliance on parental guidance and asserts she cannot abandon the babies, hoping maturity restores maternal responsibility.

Mrs. Mayfield Eves Bob Mayfield Fin Deen Mir J. T Vin

Young Long Beach Women Elected To USC Fraternity Posts

Two female USC students from Long Beach were elected to Phi Chi Xi chapter offices on campus. Frances Salgren was reelected treasurer and Sylvia Vrattos was named rush chairman and serves as pledge class secretary, active in several other organizations.

Long Beach USC National Women's Commerce Fraternity Xi Chapter Phi Chi Thera Frances Salgren Sylvia Vrattos Rush Miss Vrattos

Ambassador Cooper May Wed Mrs Shevlin in March

Washington society watches the career diplomat John Sherman Cooper as rumors swirl about a marriage to Lorine Rowan Shevlin. The Kentucky-born envoy has hosted, sworn in, and drawn gossip from high society, with plans to depart for Europe by March 23 amid bets on a March 15 wedding.

Marilyn Joe Washington U.S India Kentucky John Sherman Cooper Nas Washington Society Shevlin Ambassador Cooper State Department Jingland Max Garduimer Dinher Ibassy

Dr Jensen Bible Class Installs New President At Banquet

Three hundred members and guests of the Dr Jensen Bible Class attended the annual banquet at First Baptist Church dining room where Charles Tingley installed Dennis Holbrook as president. Dr Frank Keane spoke, Harald Agai sang with Mrs Agai accompanying, and Mrs G M Sabean welcomed the group. Retiring officers were honored. Holbrook will lead next year with Mrs Charles Barbe as first vice president and Mohn Sartals as recording secretary among others.

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Ladies of Columbus to attend mass at St Cyprian’s church

Regina Coeli Council No 7 will receive their semiannual communion on Sunday at St Cyprian’s Church Clark Street and Arbor Road at 9 am Mass. Afterward the group will meet for breakfast at Hoody’s in Lakewood.

The Ladies of Columbus Bergina Coeli Council No. 7 St. Cyprian's Clark St Arbor Road iHody's Lakewood

Mrs Hanania New Leader of Auxiliary

Mrs George Hanania was installed president of the Lone Beach Police Wives Auxiliary at a dinner at Brewers. Officers named include first vice president Mrs Philip Castillo second vice president Mrs John Brogan recording secretary Mrs Eugene Stone corresponding secretary Mrs Willis Platt treasurer Mrs James Joinz historian Mrs Willis JL Penhallow. Installing officer was Mrs William H Dovey. Outgoing president Mrs William Robertson presented the pin and gavel to the new president, carnations given to staff. Joyce Truman played piano. Rankin Studio pupils performed dances.

George Hanania Lone Beach Police Wives Auxiliary Brewer's Philip Castillo John Brogan Eugene Stone Willis Platt James Joinz Willis JL. Penhallow William H.dovey William Robertson Joyce Truman Bruce Ketcham Rankin Studi

Membership Luncheon Set at Myrtle Avenue Home

Long Beach Air Force Auxiliary will hold its annual membership luncheon at the home of H. Irvin, 3737 Myrtle, at 1 60 p.m. Honored guests will be wives and relatives of Air Force Association members or of U.S. Air Force personnel killed in action. New officers for the coming year will be introduced: Mrs. Thea E. Miller president, Mrs. Fran Parsons vice president, Mrs. James Perry secretary, and Mrs. Dick Wright treasurer. Retiring president Mrs. James Regan will present a brief history of the Auxiliary and outline forthcoming events. Mrs. Parsons will discuss civil defense in Tong Beach.

Long Beath Air Force Auxiliary H. Invin Myrtle Air Force Association U.S. Air Force Thea E. Miller Fran Parsons James Perry Dick Wright James Regan Air Force Auxiliary Parsons Tong Beach

Faculty Club entertains Wilson High faculty wives

The Wilson High School Faculty Wives Club met at Mrs. Roland T. Davis home at 425 Ultima Ave with president Mrs. Frank Ochoa in charge. Members Mmes Eaton Bemis Leon Catlin Frank Stewart Kenneth Mueller Gerhard Kohn and Frank Oches shared hobbies including button collections leathercraft candles photographic painting dolls and rate documents. Dessert was served by hostesses Mmes Kohn M A Langlois H G Lewis Jack McBade KR L Mueller D Fi Penhall W B Raney Vincent Reel and A N Reinertson.

M. A. Langlois H. G. Lewis Jack McBade KR. L. Mueller D. Fi Penhall W. B. Raney Vincent Reel A. N. Reinertson

Ratzlaff Orr Repeat Vows In Evening Ceremony

Audra A. Orr and Harvey E. Ratzlaff repeated nuptial vows at First Fours Square Church with Rev. Clarence Ratzlaff officiating and Rev. Clifford L. Musgrove assisting. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert A. Shilinglaw of 1202 Rose Ave, wore ivory satin brocade and carried American Beauty Roses. attendants wore taffeta gowns in rose tones. The groom is the son of Rev. L and Mrs. Ratzlaff of Garden City Kan. They plan to live in Los Angeles while both attend Life Bible College. The bride is a Polytechnic High School graduate.

First Fours Square Audra R. Orr Harvey E. Ratzlaff Clarence Ratzleff Clifford L. Musgrove Albert A. Shilinglaw Rose Ave Marilyn Snyder Mary Warner Carol Zellmer Jackie Wilson Darlene Collins Rev. l Rev. l and Mrs. Ratzlaff Gardens City Kan Wayne Lellmer Donald Ratzlaff Don Taylor Jack Hayford Fred Sexour David E. Dowling Joanne Stotracn Mary Louise Williams Los Angeles Life Bible College Polytechnic High School

Bride Wears Ivory Satin at St Anthony’s Church

Regina A Scholten of Olive Ave and John J Willett of Long Beach wed at St Anthony’s Catholic Church with 150 guests in attendance. She wore ivory satin with imported lace, orange blossom crown, and carried red roses. The reception followed at the groom’s mother’s home.

St. Anthony's Catholic Church Jivas Regina A. Scholten Olive Ave P. G. Scholten Larch‘Wood Iowa John J. Willett Evelyn Willett Denver Ave Thomas L. Willett Long Beach Floyd Mindy Nancy George Blanchard Paul O'Donnell Joan Schneider Patricia Loftus Antonian Clb St Anthony's High School Long Beach City

Mrs Cook Is Hostess At Chapter T Society Meeting

Mrs Cook hosted a Chapter T Society gathering at 636 Terry Lynn Pl. New members Mrs Beekman and Mrs Frankenburger joined as officers for the coming year with Don Bidwell as president Elizabeth Corning vice president Floyd Cook treasurer Mrs Dorfield recording secretary Mrs Locke corresponding secretary and Mrs Hogue historian. A business session preceded a tea table decorated in stock and acacia in purple white and gold.

Chapter T Society Floyd Cook Terrylynn E. T. Beekman Dean Hogue

Tight hats harm scalp by restricting circulation

A health note warns tight hats can restrict blood flow to the scalp. Wearing such hats for fashion can cause discomfort or issues if worn for long periods.

Skyliners Elect Fleetwood Leader At Marmack’s Dinner

Petie Fleetwood was elected president of Skyliners at an election dinner at Marmack’s Chuck Wagon. New officers include Dick Holmes vice president Arthur Cos treasurer Tommy Bamberg secretary Mil erita Graham recording secretary Betty Greit Jean Holmes Ruby Sothern Odell Dobbins Ronald Nelson and Mac McKnight. A skating party is planned Sunday at 5 pm at the Hippo drome Skating Rink. Membership is open to join. Men must be at least six feet tall and women at least five feet ten inches.

Petie Fleetwood Skyliners Marmack Dick Holmes Arthur Cos Tommy Bamberg Milerita Graham Betty Greit Jean Holmes Ruby Sothern Odell Dobbins Ronald Nelson Mac McKnight Hippodrome

Nazareth Shrine Social to Meet at Colonial Hall

Nazareth Shrine No Social Chib will hold a covered dish luncheon Monday at noon in Colonial Hall with Viola Martinson as chairman. The notice urges attendees to avoid facial expressions.

Nazareth Shrine No Colonial Hall Viola Martinson

Elderbloom Elects Staff At Club Meeting

Mrs Myrtle Follett was elected president of Elderbloom Club at a recent WCA meeting. Officers named include Joanna Munn as vice president Maude Kelley second vice president A B Fritch recording secretary Anna Roylance corresponding secretary Natalie Franklins membership chairman Mabel J Moore parliamentarian Julia Wagner treasurer. Program chairmen for two month terms were chosen Hazel Deane introduced Merion Darlington Pratt for whistling numbers Ruth Nickel at the piano Be Trene Wolb vocal and Min Markee with Saint Patrick Day readings. A social hour and refreshments followed.

Myrtle Follett Elderbloom Club WCA Jo 'Anna Munn Maude Kelley A. B. Fritch Aft Anna Roylance Natalie Hazel Deane Merion Darlington Pratt Ruth Nickel Trene Wolb Min Markee

Change Your Part For Fresh Hair Look At Home

Give your scalp and hair a relief by switching your part periodically. If you prefer no permanent change, try styling it differently around the house to refresh the appearance.

Travel Tips From Downtown Lady Lions March Meeting

The Downtown Lady Lions met at Lakewood Country Club for a March gathering themed Travel Tips. Mrs. William Fenwick displayed a doll collection from travels, followed by a luncheon and program featuring Miss Gary Gordon of Trans World Airlines and Mrs. Donald Boyles presenting a color film of trips through France Italy Switzerland England and Ireland.

Lady Lions Europe Lakewood Country Club Mmany Fabulous William Fenwick Tom Donovan Gary Gordon Trans-World Airlines Donald Boyles France Italy Switzerland England Ireland Mmes Phil Adkins Val Deasor Charles Vickers

Irish Theme Fee Dance by Beta Eta Chapter

Beta Eta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi hosts a St Patrick’s Day dance tomorrow evening in the Community Room at Bank of Belmont Shore. Members will also take part in a fashion show staged by the city council of the sorority at Lakewood Country Club. A recent group meeting was held at the home of Ans Frank Keane, 6025 Easy Ave.

Beta Eta Beta Sigma Phi Bank of Belmont Shore Lakewood Country Club Ans Frank Keane Easy Ave

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