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Newspaper
Ukiah News
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1956
Page
2
A Nokomis school PTA gala last Friday crowned weeks of dancing lessons for sixth to eighth graders taught by Larry N DArdanava and Anani Hugens. Judges included local officials and Calistoga figures. trophies were awarded to top couples in waltz fox trot and swing jitterbug contests amid balloons and a Coke bar, with many parents enjoying the festivities.
Ukiah News photographer records a dance contest held under Pomolita PTA leadership with winners in waltz fox trot and jitterbug events. Nancy Ganter and Tommy Parducel won the waltz, Sue Waterhouse and Daryl McClendon won fox trot, Pat Moore and Rodney Palmer claimed jitterbug, with several other couples named among finalists.
Conroy, newly installed president of Ukiah Emblem Club No. 9148, will lead the first session as the membership meets Friday evening March 2 at the Ukiah Elk’s hall. The panel of officers was installed by Kha Yler, Supreme President of the Supreme Emblem Club.
Ukiah Bethel No 106 Job's Daughters held initiatory rites in the Masonic Temple welcoming eight new members and one affiliated member. Honored Queen Norma Dean presided. New members are Susan Wagoner, Susan Wilson, Thoreen Fravel, Terry Turner, Loralice Johnson, Kathleen Johnson, and Sue Waterhouse. Jean Bradley, formerly of San Rafael, joined by affiliation. Plans were discussed for Raster formal dance on March 31, a food sale on March 17, and a potluck dinner in April. Next meeting set for March 12.
Caroline Clark was named president of the Pomo Women's club as it enters its 16th year. New officers include Jane Allen vice president Dorene Mitchell secretary Elsie Allen treasurer and Kate Feliz parliamentarian. The annual dinner at Lido tonight March 1 features Ruth E. Murphy as guest of honor with a dance planned for March 17.
A large stuffed octopus toy in high school colors was the centerpiece at Sarah Lou Van Meter's 15th birthday luncheon. Each guest wore a lapel octopus. prizes went to Maureen Berman, Janis Robertson, Betty Whitney, and Nancy Foster as Mikell Tidd, Molly Welch, Mary Truitt, and Joyce Gerke attended.
Memories from past Colonial Teas shared with hundreds at Washington's birthday observance. Arthur Schilder opened with a half century review and 1918 proceeds noted. Early participants recalled in colonial costume, including Lucy Seawell's 90s gown. The high school girls octet provided afternoon entertainment.
Mrs. Bill Green hosted a miscellaneous bridal shower for Marsha Cassells at her mother Mrs. Veda Cassells home in Redwood Valley. Announcement of her marriage to Ralph Swinton followed the Feb ceremony at the Church of God in Reno. The couple will reside on Apple Avenue while he works at the Studebaker garage. Grandmother Mrs. Anne Cassells of Springfield, Mass., and relatives attended, including Mrs. H. R. Swinton and Mrs. Veda Cassells.
The event featured Rev. Robert C. Groves speaking on A Crown for Every Man and vocal duets by Mrs. Charles Myszka and George Porter. Guests greeted at the door by society president Mrs. W. J. Mellis and others. Bazaar items sold well at booths including costume jewelry, aprons, cookbooks, toys, and the golden treasure chest anniversary table. Decorations by Mrs. Arthur Romer and Mrs. Horace Fahrney, with young girls aiding serving in costume.
Faith Lutheran members and friends hosted a farewell party at the Kucich home in Coyote Valley for Mr and Mrs Ray Kucich. He has left for Soledad California to serve as Subrec tional officer at the state prison and the family will join him soon. The couple have three children Tony Morey and Karen and were active church members. The Rev Albert C Young led the tribute presenting a teacher s Bible and a monetary gift.
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