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Newspaper

Scottsdale Progress

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1961

Page

5

Nancy Kiely Weds James Moeller In Valley Presbyterian Ceremony

Nancy Lee Kiely and James Moeller united in marriage Saturday at Valley Presbyterian Church in a candlelight double ring service officiated by Rev. Herbert P. Landes. The bride, daughter of Grace Kiely and J. L. Kiely, wore a peau-te soie gown with lace and carried white roses and stephanotis. They planned a champagne supper and a wedding trip to Las Vegas and northern Arizona before settling in Scottsdale.

Nancy Lee Kiely James Moeller Valley Presbyterian Church Herbert P. Landes Camelback Inn Hans Moeller Freemont Nebraska Henry Lamprecht

Christmas Chaos and Quiet Reflection in Holidays

New York columnist warns Christmas commerce chaos but seeks balance. He skewers overstuffed shopping, card lists, and guest dilemmas while urging calm as the season’s spirit rises above daily bustle. He cites St Luke’s message of peace and goodwill toward men.

St. Luke

Art League Winners Named at Scottsdale Open Exhibit

Sylvia Hartman announces winners for oils watercolors charcoals and pastels at the Scottsdale Artists League open exhibit. Lilia Martinez wins oils with third place, Geraldine Zeleny second. Jane Bowers wins watercolors with Richard Argent second and Silvia Hartman third.

Winers Scottsdale Artists League Sylvia Hartman Lilia Martinez Hermosillo Mexico Geraldine Zeleny Jane Bowers Richard Argent Silvia Hartman Alice Summers Dorothy Cole Rene Davis

Motorists Warned To Not Mistake Lights For Signals

The American Automobile Association urged drivers to approach intersections slowly and keep a clear bead on traffic lights so they do not confuse Christmas lights with traffic signals.

Washington API The American Automobile Association

Snowflake Soiree Set by Beta Sigma Phi

Alpha Phi of Beta Sigma Phi finalizes plans for the Snowflake Soiree dinner dance at Paradise Valley Country Club. The holiday event features cocktails and dinner for about one hundred guests hosted by general chairman Mrs. Albert Golden of 138 E Taylor.

Alpha Phi Beta Sigma Phi Homestead Room Paradise Valley Country Club Scottsdale

Frenchy Fashion Show Presented by Red Dog Tonight

A lingerie fashion show titled Frenchy will be presented tonight by the Red Dog venue. Glamour House of Fifth Avenue in Scottsdale will furnish the fashions for the inaugural event. Barbara Shebek produces, with satin and lace Par isienne masks for models. Participating venues include the Desert Squire, Maryon's, Porter, Soledad and Jon Hardy's.

Red Dog Glamour House Fifth Avenue Scottsdale Barbara Shebek The Desert Squire Maryon

Cochise County Junior College Site Approved

The Cochise County Junior College Board approved the site chosen by the state board for the Cochise County Junior College and requested 160 extra acres for the campus. The site lies 15 miles east of Bisbee on U.S. 80 and a county meeting is set for January 7 in Benson.

Cochise County Bisbee UPS U.S. 80 Benson

Happy Time Comedy by Scottsdale Players at Stagebrush Theatre

The Scottsdale Players present The Happy Time a three act comedy about a quirky French Canadian family. Cast includes Steven Jones John O Connner Lucy Wyatt Lincoln Holmes Bob Finkbine Bob Gusick Helen Durgarian with others Betsy Hosmer Dick Jones Neil Jampolis Jack Cook. After opening night an after theater party at Paradise Valley Racquet Club will follow the Friday performance. Tickets available in advance from Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce or by calling WH 5 3066.

Scottsdale Players Stagebrush Scottsdale Community Center Steven Jones John O’conner Lucy Wyatt Lincoln Holmes Bob Finkbine Bob Gusick Helen Durgarian Carol Tomas Betsy Hosmer Dick Jones Neil Jampolis Jack Cook Scottsdale Players Workshop Stagehelles Scottsdale Paradise Valley Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Stagebrush Theater

Emigrants Leave Britain in Postwar Low

London reports 124000 emigrants departed the country last year, the smallest figure since WWII. Despite the dip, total immigration reached a record 236135, signaling a high inflow alongside the emigration decline.

London UPI Britain

Sorority Holds Christmas Party at Gentry Home

Alpha Omicron chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha sorority hosts a Christmas party tonight at 8 p.m. at Mrs. Warren Gentry’s home 1819 North 69th Street. Members will exchange gifts reveal secret sisters with co-hostesses Mrs. Wilbert Curtis Mrs. Robert Von Flue and Mrs. Bill Jourent assisting.

Scottsdale Alpha Omicron Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority Park Central Golden Gate Settlement Phoenix Arizona TB Hospital Robert von Flue Wilbert Curtis Robert Mitchell Tom Castas Warren Gentry N. 69Th St Gentry Bill Jourent

Holiday in Mexico program for Scottsdale Junior Women’s Club

Scottsdale Junior Women’s Club will host a December meeting titled Holiday in Mexico at the Western Savings building. Rene Feuille of Halabill Travel Service will present on Mexican culture and the bilingual ASU history major brings travel industry experience. Mrs. J Richard Hadnett will show Mexican cultural objects, with Federated Women's Clubs leader Mrs. Harold Hogg as guest. Eight new members to be welcomed: Mrs. Larry Cook, Frederick Hannum, Edith Kirdar, Louis Lagamarsino, Robert Lawton, Donald Rice, Steve Shevak, and Robert Staur. Hostesses are Mrs. Roger J. Klient, Mrs. Robert J. Rosenquist, and Mrs. E. C. Howes III.

Scottsdale Junior Women's Club Mexico Western Savings Building Rene Feuille Halabill Travel Service Feuille Panama ASU J. Richard Hadnett E. Montecito Phoenix Harold Hogg Central District of Federated Women’s Clubs Scottsdale Robert Lawton E. Whitton Donald Rice Minnetowa Steve Shevak E. Turney Robert Staur E. Polk Roger J. Klient Robert J. Rosenquist E. C. Howes III

Round the Town Christmas Light Tour and Parties

Residents along 69th Place and East Pasadena Avenue decorate homes for the season. Dr and Mrs E R Jenney hosted a neighbor cookies and coffee gathering at 6931 East Pasadena. Other neighbors and families from Phoenix and Salt Lake City attended various holiday events.

69Th Pl E. Pasadena Ave E. R. Jenney Pasadena Ave Otto Crismon Glen Boom C. J. Weidman Burford Peck J. J. Duffy Lawrence Gill

Primary Election Called for Scottsdale Arizona

A primary election is set for February 20 1962 in Scottsdale Maricopa County Arizona to nominate a mayor and six council members. Polls will be open 6 am to 7 pm at the City Court Room 131 East Main Street and the Hohokam School Auditorium 8451 East Oak Street. Notice dated December 19 1961 by Clerk Dorothy I. Ketchum.

Scottsdale Maricopa County Arizona City of Scottsdale State of Arizona Scottsale

Scottsdale Girl Elected to Monticello College Junior Committee

Sallie Swaim daughter of Mr and Mrs John Swaim of 12412 North 68th Street has been elected to Monticello College Alton Illinois junior class governing committee. The thirty elected students must meet high academic standards display leadership and show a cooperative attitude.

Sallie Swaim John Swaim N. 68Th St Monticello College Alton Ill

Flu Closes Four Paradise Schools in Valley Outbreak

Paradise Valley district shuts four schools due to widesprea influenza. Three elementary schools and a high school end classes at 3:30 p m today instead of Friday. Balsz and Creighton districts already dismissed students earlier because of the outbreak.

Paradise Valley UPS Phoenix Balsz Creighton

Scottsdale Board Grants Lifetime Activity Passes

Scottsdale School Board of Trustees voted Tuesday night to award lifetime passes to all individuals who have served or currently serve on the board for all school activities.

Scottsdale

Listings of Upcoming Cultural Events in Phoenix Area

Concert Phoenix Symphony Orchestra performs Christmas music Sunday at 9 p.m. at the Phoenix Art Museum main gallery with free admission. Several plays and shows run December to January including The Seesaw at Circle 16, The Teddy Bears puppet show, The Happy Time at Stagebrush Theater, Old Acquaintance at Sombrero Playhouse, Under the Yum Yum Tree at Sombrero, Jack Cummings art exhibit in Scottsdale, and Charles Campbell modern painting exhibit. ASU hosts 100 Years of Colorado Architecture while Heard Museum features Canadian Exhibit through February.

Phoenix Symphony Orchestra Phoenix Art Museum Circle 16

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