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TEN Family Hagerstown, Maryland March Eileen Ford Who hates models? By CATHARINE BREWSTER Women's News Service NEW YORK (WNS) -When Eileen Ford, who heads what is probably the world's most famous model agency, appeared on the Dick Cavett show, she was prepared only for a routine appearance to publicize her new book, "Secrets of the Model's World" (Trident Press). Instead, she quite unintentionally sparked a remarkable display of hatred for models and modeling by two of the other guests that evening. Mr. Cavett had recruited an all-woman panel, consisting of model Carolyn whose own book, "Mannequin," is now ia paperback under the Bantam Book label, Gwen Davis, author of a novel, Pretenders," Charlotte Curtis, editor of The New York Times, and Dr. i a psychologist.

it was Miss Davis and Miss Curtis who broke things wide open with a revelation of quite unsuspected hatred for models and modeling. Miss Davis led the attack, telling Mrs. Ford that the function of her model agency was "similar pimping." 'When Miss Curtis appeared, and was asked by Mr. Cavett about her attitude, as an editor, toward models, she replied instantly, "I hato them." The two ladies at once recognized each other as kindred spirits, and while the embarrassed Mr. a promptly removed himself, in a menta! sense, from control of his show, they proceeded to an all-out war on Mrs.

Ford as astonishing as their opening remarks. remarkable toughness a refinement in taking the barrage which ranged from Miss Davis' all-too-evident hangups about being plumper than models to Miss Curtis' teeth- clenched Women's Lib notion that models are wickedly participating in a male plot to sell unwanted goods to women. How about times? Mrs. Ford did her best on that one: Why does the New York Times use models if you disapprove of them?" she asked. Miss Curtis a a didn't understand.

"The Times has to report the neivs, even if it's about criminals." Hello World Mr. and Mrs. Carroll C. Dicus 515 Shipley Linthicum, announce the birth of their second child and first daughter, Jennifer Renee, February 22. Mrs.

Dicus Is the former Jo Ann Manspeaker of Funkstown. Mr. and Mrs. David L. Starliper, Route 3, announce the birth of it son, Brian David, March 21.

The child was born on the couple's 17lh wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. a Wilkins, Vli W. Church announce the birth of their first child, a son, Thomas Glen, March 22.

Mrs. Wilkins is the former Jcanie Keefauver. Mr. and Mrs. Edward G.

Kemmet, 128 Manse announce the birth of their first child, a son, Stephen Edward, March 25. Mrs. Kemmet is the N. Jean Brcwbaker of Gruancnsllo. That was another nasty one, but it hardly answered the question.

When The New York Times photographs models at fashion openings, a reporting the news (although we fail to see the criminality there). But when every Sunday a feature appears in the Sunday magazine of Times, with two pages of fashions, the hiring of models is The Times' own choice. After all, they could show the clothes on hangers, couldn't they? The hostility displayed by Miss Davis and Miss Curtis wasn't the only surprise on the show. Most of their overkill language was applauded by the audience. Either it was a stacked house or the enmity against models is much rrfore widely felt than realized.

During the time when Mrs. Ford was struggling, unaided by Mr. Cavett, with two a a enemies, Carolyn Kenmore sat by, largely silent, although, as a model, -the hatred a directed as much at her as at Mrs. Ford. Sleazy The reason wasn't hard to find, and Carolyn confirmed my guess in an interview a few days, later.

"Mrs. Ford jumped me, so why should I back her up?" Mrs. Ford had indeed been most annoyed with Carolyn, who was the first to appear on the show. Dick Cavett had brought up an i i Carolyn relates in her hook, "Mannequin," about one of those sleazy characters always to he found on the fringes of the i field, whose supposed jobs turn out to involve sex. Carolyn and Mr.

Cavelt talked lightly about the incident, and then she went on to discuss the busy schedule of a model's life and the contents of the tote models carry everywhere. When Eileen Ford came out, she was quite angry with Carolyn for having put the fringe character in her book. Apparently, Mrs. Ford had gotten the impression that "Mannequin" was full of such "sensationalism," as called it, and she refused to be placated in any way by Carolyn's explanations. That, of course, made it rather unfortunate when Mrs.

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Socks announce the birth of their second child and second daughter, Sherry Kay. Mrs.

Socks is the former Bonnie Sines. Mr. and Mrs. James B. Hose, :26 S.

Vermont Street, Williamsport, announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Nicole Ann, on March 17. Mrs. Hose Is the former Sherian Ann Hoch of Williamsport, Mr. and Mrs. a Knepper, Rt.

3 Smilhsburg, announce the birth of a son, Chad Alexander, on March 16. Mrs. Knepper is the former Sylvia Izer. Mr. and Mrs.

Henry A. Roomer I I I Berwyn, announce the birth of a son, John Henry, March 19. Mrs. Hocmer is the former Linda Wigficld of Hagerstown. Ford later found herself locked in combat with the two model haters.

Carolyn Kenmore simply shut up and sat there looking sweet. However, Carolyn was perfectly willing a few days later to give her very articulate opinions. Male models "There's no exploitation in modeling. You work hard and you get well paid. Why didn't they bring up male models? There are plenty of men in the business." Over a table at Sardi's, Eileen Ford later said the same thing.

"The Ford Agency has a male side, run by my hushand, Jerry. After that TV show, the men we handle were all furious." Carolyn: "Miss Davis was so hung up on being overweight, it was pathetic. She couldn't keep off the idea that we're all half-starved!" Mrs. Ford: "Miss Davis wanted to believe that self- indulgence is the normal way to live. Models, in fact, are healthier than the average woman.

It's a disciplined life, but it pays off in life-long habits. I wrote 'Secrets of the Model's World' to explain all that. Girls want to model, but know nothing about it." Carolyn: "I didn't mind the attacks, because they just sounded i a Dr, Brothers was the only one who made sense. She was quite right when she said models share an adventurous kind of personality." Dr. Joyce Brothers had ap peared last on the Caveti show, and after the overkil nonsense from Miss Davis ant Miss Curtis, she was the voice of sweet reason itself.

Her personality, which is so deeply certain and calm that you fee like lying down at once on the nearest couch and telling her everything, fell like coo! water on the atmosphere. No one even dared to say a word, and she sweetly ignored all that had gone on before she appeared. Protective Carolyn: "She seemed to know what it was all about. I don't know why Eileen Fore jumped on me for that incident in my book. Maybe she was bugged by the impromptu nature of the show.

But she should know these things happen. She's got the most protective agency in business." She does, indeed. It's more important to be known as "a Ford girl" than by your own name. Mrs. Ford has been known to make life very tough for fringe characters who try fast ones with her models.

But evidently Eileen Ford hates lo have such incidents in a field she loves publicized. Mrs. Ford: "I knew before the show that something was wrong, when Miss Davis and Miss Curtis stuck together and wouldn't talk with me. I don't understand haired of models. If they dislike the fact that goods are sold, then stop salesmen, showrooms, a 11 methods of transferring goods.

But the model is such a small piece of it all! As for models wickedly selling clothes, why, if Miss Curtis wants to wear a loin jioth, let her. But other women want clothes and want to see what they lock like on somebody." Despite the a i hostility in the studio, Mrs. Ford has since received a deluge of mall from viewers who were shocked at the language used to attack her. The hatred of a Gwen Davis or a Charlotte Curtis, said Carolyn, says more about the haters than about modsls That kind of irrationality always does," Club news Lucky Leaves hold meetings The Lucky Leaves 4-H Club held their March meeting recently at the home of Karen Sehimmel, publicity chairman. Guest speaker for the meeting was Mrs.

Adele Miller, Extension Agent, Home Economics, who spoke to group on good grooming habits. Making tray favors, holding an Easier egg hunt for young children, rendering assistance at the Maugansville summer playground, and a money-making project were planned for the near future. Carol Devi, president, stressed attendance at the 4-H county roller skating party and Demonstration Day on April 17. "Siveet Adelines" look for members Frederick women are organizing a "Sweet Adelines" group and are now meeting every Tuesday and evening from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

in the music room at West Frederick Junior High School. All area women who enjoy singing are invited to attend. Directing the group Is Don Campbell who is a charter member of the Frederick Job's Daughters plan fashion show Job's Daughters, Bethel 26, will sponsor a fashion show on April 8 at 8:00 p.m. at the Women's Club auditorium on South Prospect St. B'ashions will be from Sugar 'N Spice.

Refreshments will be served. There will also be door prizes. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Pythian sisters plan convention The Rose Temple Pythian Sisters met Wednesday even- Ing at the Odd Fellows Hall with Mrs. Mary Powlus, chief, presiding.

Mary Fleming, district deputy, made her official appearance at this meeting. guests included Mrs. Slorp, Grand Guard; Lena Wetherell, Grand Chief; Eloise Summers and Mona Long, Past Grand Chiefs; and Louise Koogle, Alma Riss and Luella Shipley, Past Supreme Representatives. Guests were also present from Gaithersburg, Brunswick and Smithsburg. The district convention will be held on June 5 at Gaithersburg, it was announced.

A social ended the evening. Xi Gammas plan rummage sale Xi Gamma chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met recently at the clubroom to make final plans for the rummage sale, Friday, March 26, in the McCauley Bldg. A chapter social will be held Saturday, March 27, at St. Augustine's Catholic Church. Also an Easter egg hunt for members' children will be held at the home o( Cynthia Bushey, April 9.

Nelda Baker will portray the faster Bunny. The newly-elected officers are Alice Grimes, president; Pat Hillegas, vice-president; Peggy Perron, recording secretary; Joanne King, corresponding secretary; Rose Sprankle, treasurer; Cynthia Bushey, city council representative; and Joanne Kropka and Barbara Gibson, alternates. The programs presented to the group recently have included Mrs. Shirley Fout Miller, who showed her calendar of Williamsburg; and Mrs. Charles LeFew on grapho- analysis.

Festival princess chosen Reba Marie Steiner, a 19- year-old Williamsport girl, has been selected the Maryland State Horticultural princess for the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival scheduled for May 7, 8 and 9 in Winchester, Va. Child Care Allergic reaction may cause a serious nervous condition by William G. Crook, M.D. I see a lot of youngsters i emotional, behavioral a learning Although I don't claim to know an easy answer for all these youngsters, I help many of them. Just the other day, 10-year- old Mike was in to see me, (My staff and I have been working with Mike for about three months.) Before Mike was first brought to me, his parents had taken him to a number of different doctors and reading clinics in an effort to get help.

But no matter what they tried, it didn't seem to. work. Although Mike was a boy of normal intelligence, he just couldn't read. He got his letters mixed up, and he couldn't sit still long enough to pay attention. Because he didn't do well in school, i Miss Steiner is a freshman at Shenandoah College in Winchester and is majoring in nursing.

Her guardians, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Main live at Rt.

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