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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1954

Page

18

Conclave at Samarkand Confers on Dramatic Arts

Dr and Mrs David Sievers hosted the Southern California section conference of the American Educational Theatre Association at the Samarkand Hotel in Santa Barbara. Over 100 delegates attended workshops and demonstrations themed Massie in the Theatre with speakers Lotte Lehmann Jan Popper and F Cowies Strickland.

David Sievers Senasac American Educational Theatre Association Southern California Samarkand Hotel Santa Barbara Southland Massie Baroquet Lotte Lehmann Jan Popper Direc Tor Opera Workshop UCLA F. Cowies Strickland Tenford

AAUW Dance Friday at Lakewood Country Club

The American Association of University Women hosts a charity dance at Lakewood Country Club to raise 500 for study grants for gifted women scholars. Orson Reynard and his 10 piece orchestra perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with South Seas decor and costume contests. Public invited.

University Women's Club Lakewood Country Club Francis B. McCall AAUW Irma McCall Jerry Panama Joan Gartner Tom Comiskey William Nicolai Fran Walty Will Fetwee American Association of University’ Women Orson Reynard Thomas Comiskey South Seas Bel Comiskey Sherman Mix

Grahams Hosts New Members of Pacific Coast Club

The Grahams hosted a cocktail party and dinner dance Thursday for new Pacific Coast Club members. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Olive Graham presided as numerous guests, with arrangements for two bridge rooms, games, and a sea motif decor.

Pacific Coast Club Olive Graham Messrs Mmnes Joseph Yalfe Wilbur Wright Frank Weber R. Lindstrom Paul B. Lessinghaus Vimes Roberta Sanger Susan Wersky Amy Alice Lauer William D. Leslie Ted, Sloan Norman Bandinger Jr Howard Schultz Warren J. Tripp

Far East Vital to Free World Says Dr Chen

Dr Theo dore Hsien Chen told the Ebell Club the Far East is crucial to the free world and Americans must stay informed. He described Communist aims, outlined three key lines of support for the free world, and warned against peace talk as war by another name. He cited Formosa as essential defense and a symbol of China’s ongoing resistance.

Far East Free World Chen Raifh Reece Press-Telegram Club Theodore Hsien Chen Hong Kong University of Southern California Land Formosa Tae United States JCRR Korea Far Joint Commission of Remosa Indochina Japan Reds Jepan Thailand Eiserhower Lawton Collins Dr. Chen Okinawa Philippines China

Lady Lions Hear Talk on Yule Gift Wrappings

West Long Beach Lady Lions host a dinner meeting at Miller's Restaurant with corsages for two members. Wanda Sinclair will demonstrate Christmas wrappings and gift- wrapping ideas. The club pursues a project making stuffed dolls for a hospital ward and assigns a family for Christmas Cheer. A get-acquainted tea for members and spouses is planned at 4544 Long Beach Blvd.

West Long Beach Lady Lions Miller's Mmes L. B. Stambaugh Jim Shea Jim Hanson Wanda Sinclair Wanda's Handicraft Atlantic Ave Lady Lions Club Horace Miller George Zimmerman Long Beach Blvd West Long Beach

Bride Wears Shimmering Silk Gown at Whittow California

E Anne Massey chose a shimmering ivory silk wedding gown with a fingertip veil for her marriage to Jack A Genter at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Whittow California. The bride, daughter of Mrs Paul Massey, was escorted by her brother John P Massey. matron of honor was Georgene Hayter. Genter, son of Mr and Mrs A Genter of San Pedro, was attended by his brother in law Robert F Kelley of Chico. A reception followed at the Willows Monday Afternoon Club with fall flower decor. the couple plans to reside in Willows after a honeymoon trip to San Francisco.

E. Anne Massey Jack A. Genter Holy Trinity Episcopal Church of Whitows Calif Paul Massey Quincy Ave John P. Massey Wilson Igh School Long Beach City College Long Beach State College UCLA Georgene Hayter A. Genter San Pedro Robert F. Kelley Chico Long Beach City Willows San Francisco Massey Mmes Bessie Dale Alice Nesmith Anne Kell Eleanor Forsyth Mrs. Genter Wil-laws

Official Visit Honors Arthur L Peterson Unit 27

The 19th District president Mary Sandetur visited American Legion Auxiliary Unit 27 Cedar and Broadway. Members planned a bazaar and turkey dinner for Tuesday Nov 16 at the Memorial Building and noted participation of Unit Hospital Workers in the Veterans Day parade.

Arthur L. Peterson American Legion Auxiliary Mary Sandetur Memorial Building Cedar and Broadway Unit

Benefit Aids Foundation Benefit Event and Rummage Sale

Members of the Junior Committee of the Benefit Aids Foundation met at the Garden Grove home of Mrs. Edmund B. Wicks. Chairman Mrs. J. G. Mooney announced rummage sale proceeds to fund birthday parties for Exceptional Children's Foundation and the Neighborhood Center in Los Angeles.

Daughters of the American Revolution Garden Grove Edmund B. Wicks J. G. Mooney Exceptional Children's Foundation Los Angeles Macney Calar Mines Mooney, Wicks Max. Miller Arthur Adkisson Charles Tate D. L. Madsen George McCulley Frances Grover William Longton

WCC Luncheon and Federation Program Planned

A harvest festival luncheon will precede Friday's City Club meeting in Town Hall with Mrs. L. H. Jarnagin presiding. After lunch, Mrs. M. Rhodes will lead a federation program and chairmen will report. Don Pratt will provide music. A veterans program features Mrs. Frederick H. Mitchell and speaker Col. W. R. McBrien.

Twoman’s City Club Town Hall L. H. Jarnagin Federation M. =. Rhodes Don Pratt Frederick H. Mitchell Long Beach Veterans Administration Volunteer Service Col. W. R. McBrien

Bridal Shower For Mrs Ben F Doke Dr

Cake hearts on a refreshment table feature a silver arrow and wedding bells with the inscription Happiness forever. Mrs Emery Yesenosky hosted at 6447 El Palcro with cohostess Mrs Richard Paglow. guests included Mrs Paul Burrows and several named attendees.

Ben F. Doke Carol Burrows Paul Burrows Matney Ave Emery Yesenosky el Palcro Yesenosky Richard Paglow

Dinner Fetes Anniversary of Ksppa Delta Phi Founders Day

Eta Pi chapter hosted Eta Alpha of Wong Heath for a Founders Day dinner at Hody's Restaurant in Lakewood. Eta Alpha, founded 26 years ago and the installing chapter for Eta Pi seven years ago, celebrated with autumn leaves bronze and gold chrysanthemums. Mrs. Gorfion Genn presided Eta Alpha, Mrs. Charles Taylor presided Eta Pi. George Brown, Charles Brennan and Jerry Hannewinkle planned the program. Mrs. Taylor sang with piano accompaniment by Mrs. William Robertson. The evening closed with a card game.

Ksppa_Delta Phi Eta Pi J Wong Heath Eta Alpha Taylor William Robertson

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