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TO Wednesday, Dsc. 23,1953 Pleasant Party Marks Opening of Architects' Headquarters Warren and Mary Jane Wright, Arthur and Zita Metcalf and Francis and Laura Parsons received 500 guests at a beautifully- appointed open house at their new, modern' architectural office building at 2323 St. Saturday afternoon. The decorations consisted of a lovely white tree, gay with red and gold balls, and numerous poinsetUas and other! planning of Sacramento; Charles Gibson and Harry Bolin of the state division of architecture, of Los Angeles, and Chester A. Walz, prominent mechanical engineer of Los Angeles, and Ernest Hillman'and Larry Nowell, of the firm of Hillman and' Nowell, structural engineers, of Los Angeles.

Many Guests Many local officials and dis plants and flowers in keeping i trict school and college digni- vrith the Christmas season.Mary Lea and Carolyn Parsons were in charge of the guest book. From Away The guest list of out-of-town officals included L. W. Saunders and Verne Ele of the state division of finance; Dr. Charles Bursch, division of school house taries also were present.

Assist- in receiving guests were Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Spear and Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Layman.

The handsome new building is modern in design with stucco redwood and glass predominant in its exterior and birch paneling featured inside. Business Women in NOR Area Fete Youth Units the evening were the Mesdames Ray Pemberton, Bob Mull, Arthur Cross, Gerry Harrigan, Albina Davis, Dave Zimmermann, Herb en Club members Tuesday were i Vic Stonebrakeri Bay hostesses for the annual party Jim Wattenbarger, Leg On the home stretch on their Christmas activities, Oildale Business and Professional Wom- SPREAD YULE addition to sponsoring two matinees, one Saturday and one today, admission of canned foods being gathered for less fortunate families, and a party for children of- post and auxiliary members, women of Unit 26, American Legion Auxiliary, entertained 50 other youngsters of the community at a party in Legion Hall, The young people got. treat-filled stockings, were served refreshments, played games and Santa Claus presented each with a token. Left to right supervising a 'game period are Mrs. John Mongold, chairman; Mrs.

Phi! Daly, president of Auxiliary 26; Mrs. Bing Engle.and Mrs. C. W. Sherrill.

Others assisting were Mrs. Don Yeargan, Mrs. Dale Yeargan and Mrs. Lois Rainey. Mrs.

Rainey and Mrs. Sherrill were in charge of the theater parties, one held ot El Tejon, today's at the Fox Theater. Pruetts Now in North; to Be Home A her Jan. 1 Mr. and Mrs.

Paul Edward Pruett, whose, marriage was solemnized Dec. 19 in the First Methodist Church, will be at home at 1906 18th after the first of 9 by Rountxee MR. AND MRS. PAUL EDWARD PRUETT motor to San Francisco Annual Party of DAV Units Is Gay Event Santa Claus appeared punctually at 6 p.m., the appointed hour, when Bernhard.M. Munzer Auxiliary and 20, Disabled American Veterans members and their families gathered for their annual Christmas party recently in Veterans Hall, Norris Road.

The party began at 3 p.m. with entertainment preceding buffet supper at 5 p.m. Mrs. Walter McKirgan, commander, was in charge of supper and decorating of tables, assisted by members ot the auxiliary. Mrs.

Edward L. Black arranged the entertainment, and Mrs. Floyd L. Ming was chairman for purchasing of treats for the children. Travelogue Entertaining Continued from Page 9 Santa Claus?" Nicholas Gidley as the jolly gentleman answered.

"Yes, indeed, there was a real Santa. He was a saint whose feast day was Dec. 6. Born in Lycia, Asia Minor, he became the bishop of Myra and was famed for his kind heart. He became the patron saint of children and was adopted as the Santa Claus children believe in." Mrs.

Gidley pointed out that gift-giving perhaps originated with the Three Wise. Men, whose gifts were prophetic of what the Baby Jesus was to for a king, frankincense for a high priest and myrrh as a symbol of the great physician and healer. Mrs. Gidley and Santa Claus Gidley closed the -program with verses from "The Night Before Christmas" by Dr. Clement Moore.

For Needy A short business discussion followed, and a huge gift box was assembled for families whose names were supplied by the of Community Planning director, Mrs. Mary Chambers. Mrs. B. R.

Fitzgerald, historian, gave a sketch travelogue through Richmond, To Battle Abbey, Lee House and Monument Avenue. Twenty-five members and their guests were seated at tables appointed in the Christmas theme for the refreshment hour. Carol Study Adds Sparkle to Recital Mrs. Charles M. Flanagin presented a group of piano students recently in a Christmas recital in her studio, 2309 Elton Ave.

Compositions ranged from the classics to modern selections; and a short music-appreciation discussion on carols from many lands was included on the program. Refreshments were served In the holiday motif. Students appearing were Betty Jacobs, Gail Chaffin, Carol Mann, Loretta Kinsley, Ann Hoover, Diana Carpenter, Karen Kramer, Karen Flanagin, Nancy King, Janice Aldean, Judy Hastings, Betty Taylor, Patricia Hastings, Alice Lewis, Lola Harlow, Ruth Tucker, Jacqueline Asche, Karen Kauk and Judith Kenneth- ston. Gifts, Games Are Party's Feature The home of Mrs. John Schuster, '400 E.

Belle Terrace was the setting for the annual Christmas party of Women's Benefit Association, Kern Review 66. The holiday motif prevailed in appointments, members exchanged gifts, played games and were served refreshments. Hostesses for the evening with Mrs. Schuster were Mrs. Emma Seibarth and Mrs.

Ralph Hinderliter. Others attending were Mesdames William Bell, Katie Johnson, Evalina Fischel, Clara Hancock, Martha Henry, Richard Roberts, Emma Ellison, Mary Montieth, Clayton Fidler, Jeffie Rueter, Anna Hobson, Harold Fogle, Tony Borges, Anna Davidson, Waite Core and Stanley Dodds; children Kathryn Fogle and Nancy Schuster. the year. Their honeymoon took them to San Francisco and other places of interest in the north. The bride is.the former Miss Joan May Allsman, daughter of Mr.

and Mrs. Walter R. Allsman of 224 Blomquist Dr. Mr. Pruett is the son of Mr.

and Mrs. J. D. Pruett of 704 Francis St. The Rev.

Stanley Bellinger officiated in the presence of 250 guests. Organist was Mrs. Josephine Sweney, who accompanied Mrs. Edna Mae Ward when she sang "Because" and "The Lord's Prayer." Repeats Vows The bride's gown was fashioned of Skinner's satin and attached to a fitted bodice of Chantilly lace edged with pearls. The bouquet was a cascade of white carnations centered with a white orchid on a prayerbook.

Maid of honor was Miss Joanne Carlson, whose gown was fashioned of green iridescent taffeta. She wore a matching bolero and a brown velvet cap and carried an arm bouquet of yellow carnations. Other members of the bridal entourage were Mrs. Bill Fernando of Berkeley and Miss Jean Barrett of Bakersfield. They wore rose iridescent taffeta gowns and matching boleros.

Their caps were fashioned of brown velvet. They carried arm bouquets of green carnations. Candlelighters were Miss Barbara McMichael of Compton and Miss Jean Bryan, who were costumed in pink ballerina gowns. Flower girl was little Miss Susan who wore a green iridescent taffeta gown. She carried a miniature umbrella of yellow net and ribbon filled with rose petals.

Master Stuart Wilbur was ring bearer. Mr. Allsman gave his daughter in marriage. Best man-was Don Pruett, brother of the bride, while Gene Pruett and Walter Allsman Jr. ushered.

Reception A reception was held in Oechsli Hall for all of the guests. White gardenias and candles decorated the table. Assisting at the reception were Mrs. Robert Haag and Miss Margaret Kennedy, who served the cake, while Mrs. Denny Holloway and Mrs.

Delbert Sampson presided at the punch bowl. For a traveling ensemble the bride chose a blue gray wool suit. A geranium-colored hat and navy accessories completed her costume. To Enter Marines Both young people attended Bakersfield High and College and University of California, Berkeley. The bridegroom, who is employed by the Texas Oil will enter Marine officers candidate school in April.

Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Allsman and family of Angels Camp, Mr.

and Mrs. G. D. Smith and family of Casper, Mr. R.

P. Welch of Modesto, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stutzman of McFarland, Mr. and Mrs.

William Fernando of Berkeley, Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Sieverts of Berkeley, the Misses Barbara McMichael of Compton, Margaret Kennedy of Compton and Irene Mata of San Gabriel. ADVERTISEMENT ANOTHER HEW, SPECIALIZED ST. JOSEPH CHILDREN'S PRODUCT St Joseph Note Drops For Children safe, soothing, gentle for deUcate nasal tissues- So effective in checking head colds' sniffles, sneezes.

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and Mrs. Robert Clark of 9 Montrose are the parents of a boy, James Newton, who arrived Dec. 14 at Miss Freise's weighing 8.12. He joins a sister, Diana Louise, 9, and two brothers, Robert Norman, 7Vi, and William Kiefer, 21 months. Mrs.

Jessie W. Clark of Arcadia is the paternal grandmother. The father is a teacher at Bakersfield High School. Candlelight Rites Used to Seat Staff Mrs. Walter Harr, past president, was installing officer when new board members of Wimo- dausis Club of Bakersfield Chapter 125, Order of the Eastern Star, were seated recently.

The ceremony followed the club's annual turkey luncheon in Masonic Temple. Seated during the impressive candlelight service were Mrs. Ralph Kaiser, president; Mrs. W. L.

Moore, vice president; Mrs. Charles Moore, secretary; and Mrs. Mae Jaynes, treasurer. Mrs. Kaiser today announced committee appointments to include Mrs.

Earl Miner, sunshine chairman; Mrs. Fred Fussel Mrs. Arthur Kaylor and Mrs. Percy Atwood, ways and means; Mrs. Ken Sward, Mrs.

Stella Anchbacker, Mrs. Edwin Angel, auditing; Mrs. C. B. O'Guinn, Mrs.

Walter Harr and Mrs. Gordon Baker, nominating; Mrs. W. L. Moore, publicity and refreshments.

In charge of arranging the installation was Mrs. Estella Hays, general chairman, assisted by Mrs. Sam Kliewer, Mrs. Margie Green, Mrs. W.

L. Moore and Mrs. George Landry. Mrs. Ralph Blocher and Mrs.

Ray Elkins were in charge of decorations. Entertainment for the afternoon included accordion selections by Mrs. Franz Johnson. Mrs. Charles Moore and Mrs.

Dan Webster sang duets accompanied by Mrs. Harold Williams at the piano. Christmas Marvel Will Be Topic at Lutheran Service Christmas music will feature the special festive worship hour at Messiah Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. Christmas Day. The Children's Choir will sing two numbers, "Angels We Have Heard on High," a French melody, and "Canon for Christmas' by Malmin.

The Chancel Choir will sing "Today There Is Ringing" by Christianson and "The Cherubin Song" by Bortnansky. Mrs. George H. Hanley will direct both choirs. Mrs.

Redstone and Mrs. Donald Wahl will sing a duet. Ted Chamberlin will preside at the organ. Some of the familiar Christmas carols will be sung by the congregation. Emil J.

Johnson, pastor, will give a sermonette titled "The Christmas Marvel." Friends and neighbors are Invited to attend this festive Christmas Day service. they give for girls' organizations sponsored by the club. Four youth groups joined the BPW in Elliott Hall from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Guests were from theHorizon Group of Camp Fire Girls (high school age), led by Miss Anne Clark; the Tawasi Camp Fire group (elementary school age) led by Mrs. Lee Feer; Girl Scout Troop 49 and Girl Scout Troop 69.

Mrs. Ralph Adams, chairman of youth groups, was in charge of arrangements, assisted by other members of the club. In addition to the youth party, the North River clubwomen are in the final stages of preparing baskets for needy of the area and gifts for elderly residents of Woody Home. Mrs. Ray Owens, Bedford Way, entertained at a Christmas party for board members and their guests recently.

Mrs. Albina Davis, treasurer; was co-hostess with Mrs. Owens. Those enjoying Surgener, Ralph Adams, Roy Busby, Evelyn Watson, Frank Hart, Bob Doe, Carolyn Sanders, Betty Lusk, Hens Neuman, Harvey Pipkin, Tom Sully and the Misses Wilma Kiesner and Joan Scofield. Congratulations in Order at Greenes Lorraine Marie Is the newest member of the Bob Greene household of 1916 Belle Terrace.

She arrived Dec. 9 at Mercy Hospital weighing 7. She joins a sister, Christine, 2. Mrs. Greene was Rosemary Short.

The baby's grandparents include Mr, and Mrs. John Short, 426 Oregon Mrs. Mary Greene, 203 Blomquist and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Kate Padroze of Omaha, Neb. James Weddle Will Claim Stewardess Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Alta Bailey and James Reid Weddle, whose marriage will be celebrated Jan.

9 at Shelton, at 7:30 p.m. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Josephine Bailey and the late Ray Bailey, of Shelton, and her fiance's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Herman Weddle, 207 Nevada Bakersfield.

The bride-elect, a stewardess for Pacific Northern Airlines, flies from Seattle to Anchorage, Alaska; she makes her home in Anchorage, where the couple met a year ago. Mr. Weddle is stationed in Anchorage with the Air Force, where he has been for 15 months. He' expects to be-in' Alaska for another year or longer. The charming young stewardess was a Bakersfield visitor in October.

The future benedict is the only. son of the local couple; he is an alumnus of East Bakersfield High School, and attended University of California for a year and a half. Mr. Weddle's mother is president of Kern Philharmonic Society and a member of its orchestra. MIRRORS SPECIALIZING IN LARGE SIZES The finest mirrors, perfect sizes able.

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