The Oneonta Star from Oneonta, New York • Page 18

11 Oneonta Star Dec. 8, 1965 Modern custom dates to ancient China Shopping with tots CAN be pleasant Christmas card senders sentimental "The modern custom of sending greeting can be traced back through the centuries to the Chinese who celebrated the event of the New Year with messages of will and good cheer," according to Mrs. Gertrude Hotaling, local art teacher, who spoke to members of Delta Kappa Gamma, Rho Chapter, at their annual Christmas breakfast Saturday on "Christmas Art." The speaker pointed out "his- lory reveals that people have always had the natural desire to communicate on a sentimental and emotional basis. The Egyptians conveyed their greetings and salutations by means of papyrus scrolls. In the Dark Ages, the exchange of cherished symbols such as gloves, garters and bows was another form of sentimental communication." ENGLISH SCHOOL children over 250 years ago wrote Christmas expressions of good will as an example of their penman- Ship.

These specimens, called "Christmas Pieces," were care- full inscribed on large sheets of superior writing paper. From this school chore we now have one of America's most gracious customs the sending of Christmas cards. "THE -FIRST KNOWN published card," said Mrs. Hotal- Sng, "was designed in 1843 for Sir Henry Cole, first director of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. The early history of greeting cards in pthis country revolves around the a of Louis Prang, exiled to America following ttie unsuccessful German revolution in 1848.

In 1875 he introduced the first complete line of Christmas cards to Oie American public from his lithographic shop in Boston. TODAY, SAYS Mrs. Hotaling, "SPrang's cards are collectors Stems. If there is a box in your attic filled with Grandma's old Ixnnj Prang cards, you po- sess some hobbyists would give their eye teeth for!" 1965 cards feature Christmas trees, winter scenes, jolly San- MODERN DAY Christmas card originals displayed by Mrs, Gertrude a 1 ing at Saturday's annual Delta Kappa Gamma Christmas breakfast. tas and holly.

Not so the-first Prang cards they adorned with Prang's favorite flower, and pet motif the Kit larney roses. "In midst of many mechanical wonders," she reminded members, "the production of greeting cards still requires many hand operations to give the cards distinctive appearances. At least a year and a half in advance of a holidy, artists begin designing a- line of cards." MRS. HOTALING concluded, "greeting cards perform a that cannot be equaled by any other form of communication. By means of their cheerful and appropriate sentiments and fteir attractive and appealing designs provide each of us with emotional outlets and a sense of well-being attainable by no other means." THE A A was served in the SU.CO Home Economics Building with Rose Beirne and Florence White as chairmen.

On the hostess committee were Gertrude Eldred, cflle Houck, Doris Lake, May Whiting, Emma Church and Mildred Whitcomb. WEDNESDAY EDSON CORNERS HDO, Christmas party, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Milford Legion Home, exchange of gifts. SOOTH KORTRIGHT--Hobby Club meeting, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Grange Hall.

Project --Christmas indoor decorations and knic-knacs. FLY CREEK Public card party, 8 p.m. Wednesday at iOdd Fellows Hall, sponsored by Rebekahs and IOOF. Refreshments and prizes. MORRIS OES meeting, 8 p.m.

Dec. 8 for Christmas party and gift exchange. WEST MEREDITH i ing Workers Christmas a Wednesday with Mrs. Walter O'Dell. Bring small gift for grab bag exchange.

OTEGO Presbyterian Women's Association 6:45 p.m. December 8 at Westminster House. Bring exchange gift and gift for Secret Pal. OTEGO Rotary Club meeting 7 p.m. Dec.

8 at 01 school. Student panel discussion on "Face the World." CHERRY VALLEY PTA meeting 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at school. Topic will be school reorganization with C.

Deane Sinclair as speaker. COOPERSTOWN Woman's Club of Cooperstown, Christmas Story," 3:30 p.m. December 8, Library Building. COOPERSTOWN Eastern Star, Christmas Party and annual meeting, election, 7:45 p.m., Wednesday, a i Temple. COOPERSTOWN National Area Meetings Council Catholic Women, Christmas Party, 8 p.m., December 8, St.

Mary's Hall. COOPERSTOWN Cooperstown Fire Department, Engine No. 2, 8 p.m., Wednesday, Fire Hall. American Legion Auxiliary regular meeting 8 p.m. Dec.

8. Bring 50 cent gift for exchange. Emmons WSCS, 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Emmons Methodist Church. Bring covered dish; gifts for secret pals. Mt.

Vision Home Demonstration Unit, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, with Mrs. Mickie Hoffmann. Christmas party. NORTH FRANKLIN Aldrich Baptist Ladies.Guild annual Christmas and secret pal dinner at the home of Mrs. Maria Albrecht at noon Wednesday.

THURSDAY MORRIS Methodist Teachers and Education Commission, 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m., official board meeting. COOPERSTOWN open meeting, 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Community House. ROXBURY Hobby Christmas party at home of Mrs.

Elton LaRue. Exchange of gifts. Each member bring toy for child. RICHFIELD SPRINGS-OES Christmas party for members and families, 6:30 p.m. Dec.

9 in Masonic rooms. Covered dish supper, followed by carol singing and gift distribution. Each family bring 50-cent gift for each member of family, and a covered dish. GARRATTSVILLE--HDTJi annual Christmas party, 12:30 p.m. Dec.

9 at home of Mrs. Joan Ackerman. Each bring own able service and gift for exchange. If not solicited, bring covered dish. WESTFORD-WSCS meeting, 8 p.m.

Dec. 9 at home of Mrs. Ford Clark. Special Christmas music. OTEGO First Aid lessons, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday at firehouse. WORCESTER Friendship Group, 2 p.m. Thursday, club rooms. Mrs. William Schwager to give illustrated program on trip to Egypt, Turkey and Jerusalem.

STAMFORD-Hospital Ladies Auxiliary with Miss Madeline Young Thursday to plan for dinner at Scotch Valley SAND HILL-WSCS meeting 1:30 p.m. Dec. 9 with Mrs. Ronald Platt. No gift exchange.

Bring tea towel for Community House. Miss McCoy betrothed WALTON Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. McCoy, River Road, Walton, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Marilyn Ann, to Gerald Tiffany, son of Mr.

and Mrs. Earl Tiffany, RD3, Walton. Miss McCoy and her fiance are Walton Central School graduates. He is employed in Binghamton. No date has been set for the wedding.

COOPERSTOWN Velenlis of Foreign Wars, 8 p.m., Thursday, December 9, Veterans Club. COOPERSTOWN Alcoholics Anonymous, open meeting, 8:30 p.m., Thursday, December 9, Cooperstown Community House. COOPERSTOWN Bloodmobile, 12 noon to 5:45 p.m., Thursday, December 9, Cooperstown Community House. for a lasting gift She will cherish give her a Fairfield sweater. So easy to care for throw in the washer, toss in the dryer'.

In all popular colors 34-40 Sleeveless Shells $3.98 $4.98 Classic Short Sleeve Slip-ons $4.98 and Long Sleeve Slip-ons $5.98 Short Sleeve Cardigans $5,93 Long Sleeve Cardigans $5.93 MAKE BEVERLY'S YOUR SWEATER HEADQUARTERS FOR A CHRISTMAS SHE'LL REALLY ENJOY! ONEONTA'S SMART WOMEN'S SHOP Beverly's T73 MAIN ST. ONEONTA 'i'he kindest and most generous heart, in the niidst of Christmas shopping, is subject to a sudden qualm of selfishness, a cry of 'What about Don't ba embarrassed. It happens to the best of us. The remedy is clear. A new your own.

self. It cheers the spirit, renews the springs of generosity. Carrie Shop 175 MAIN ST. COOPERSTOWN Early morning good time to shop with chill By LINDA CLARK Delaware County Home Demonstration Agent For the iflfither with young children, a shopping trip alone mty toe a rare luxury. Although struggling with shopping bags and energetic toddlers may not "be a pleasant experience, the inevitable task of Christmas shopping looms It seems therefore, to discuss some tips to cut down on the possible strain and frustration involved.

First, look at the trip from Hie child's point of view as compared to yours. He looks forward to excitement and while you hope to accomplish certain goals. It may wise to plan on accomplishing about half what you could alone. When- you make the trip is an important consideration. Try to schedule a time when your child is apt to be rested.

Early morning is usually a good time since he isn't likely to be hungry for awhile and other homemakers are still busy at home. Dress your child appropriately and watch the temperatures inside stores. An over-heated child; soon becomes fussy and makes his discomfort known. If you plan to be in one store for a while; remove outer sweaters or wraps. An hour is usually the extent of any child's interest in one store.

Giving him a break at the drinking fountain, or in the lounge will help him maintain patience until you are finished. Be aware of how your actions will influence your youngster. Farm Bureau women pjan four events DELHI The Women's Committee of the Delaware County Farm Bureau met at the bureau office December 1 to make plans for special projects in four different areas. Under Good Government the women will attempt to coordinate the telephone hookup on important legislation with the PX chairman. Sponsorship of a Farm Bureau Women's Day will be done under the organization project.

Also planned are a display at the Walton Fair and at the Farmer-Business men's Dinner and a display for June Dairy Month. Officers include: Mrs. Glenn Bowker of Walton, chairman; Mrs. Robert MacGibbon of Walton, vice and Mrs. Walter Law of Delhi Stage, secretary.

Mrs. Alton Neff of Downsville gave a report of the annual state meeting, held in Rochester. Meetings of the group will be held the first Wednesday of each month. Do you always reach out to touch articles in passing? Your child soon will be doing the same, to the dismay of the store personnel. Answer as many of the child's questions as you can; he will soon learn that you need to look at dilfer- ent articles because there's not enough money to buy everything you may want.

Avoid the popular habit of dangling the promise of a treat before a child as a reward for being good. His behavior actually depends on many factors -and perhaps most important -on your understanding of his feelings. The more a' 3jild knows about a shopping 'firip, the better prepared he is io fan- duct himself appropriately, -Do some explaining before hand end start out with a good sup- rly of patience and Christmas cheer. The trip will be enjoyable for you both! Wedding bells for Miss DeLong MORRIS Mr. and Mrs.

Edwin E. DeLong Jr. have announced the engagement of their daughter, i a Sue, to Rexford James Briseoe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest James Briseoe, Gilbertsville.

Miss a graduate of Morris Central School, is now attending State Morrisville. Mr. Briseoe, a graduate of Gilbertsville' Central School, is now attending Albany Business College. No date Ms been set Jor the wedding. Church women collect stamps WALTON Mrs.

Reginald Avery, chairman of material aids of the Women's Fellowship in the First Congregational 'Church, has asked members to save all stamps from their Christmas mail. The regulars can be used fey a woman in Bainbridge and the others by handicapped displaced persons in Germany. At the regular Fellowship meeting in January, ten Kindergarten bags are being filled with large tablets, colored construction paper, teaching pictures, small unbreakable toys, such as small balls, marbles, jacks, dolls. Four boxes of clothing have 'been recently mailed to centers in this country, and one large one to Church World service. Miss Plankenh'orn SIDNEY The engagement of Miss Patricia Ann Plankenhorn to Eric A.

Neish has been announced by the parents of the bride-to-be, Mr. and, Mrs. Matthew Plankenhorn. Mr. Neish is the son of Mr.

and Mrs. Robert Neish, Sidney Center. The bride-elect is a 1964 graduate of Sidney Central School and is now a student at Delhi Ag and Tech Her fiance, also a graduate of Sidney Central, is employed at Scintilla: No date has been set for the wedding. Miss Georgia OTEGO Mr. and Mrs.

Carlton Georgia have announced the engagement of their daughter, Martha Anne, to Larry Steiner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Steiner, also of Otego; The bride-to-be and her fiance were graduated in 1963 from Otego Central School. Miss Georgia is a at State University College, Oneonta. Her fiance is a 1965 graduate of State University at kill-.

He is presently -a student at Michigan State No. date has been set for $ie wedding a Local meetings WEDNESDAY Women of the Moose, 8 p.m., Wednesday, Moose Club. Gleaner's Circle, Elm Park Methodist church, covered dish supper, 6:30 p.m. Dee. 8.

Bring gifts for baskets. Woman's Club meeting Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. for tea, program of Christmas music at 3 p.m. by club Choral Group. Also a 50-cent gift exchange.

Guests welcome. Members of the Royal Rer bekah Lodge to meet at p.m. Wednesday at Bobkhout Funeral Home to attend the funeral of Mrs. Grace Beach. WBA i 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday at Jack's Restaurant. Election of officers, Christmas party. THURSDAY DAR Diamond Jubilee anni- versary 2:30 p.m. Thursdaytat SUCO Management House. Board -meeting at I Annual Christmas Luncheen, Past President's Parley of the American Legion 1 p.m., Thursday, at the Legion Home.

Bring covered dish ajnd 50 cent exchange gift. Past Matrons of Martha ChSp- OES, with TMrs. Carl at 6:30 p.m. Open house NEW BERLIN Mr. Mrs.

Paul M. Edgerton will ibe feted at an open house December 11 in honor of their 5jth wedding anniversary. Tffie event, hosted by their sons ajid daughters, will be held at me Edgerton home from 3 to 5 p.fa. and 7 to 9 p.m. PURE PORK SAUSAGE The Winner on delights the heartiest cold weather appetite) Winner on it's alt fine, protein-rich fresh porkl Winner on it's so lean there's up to lest fryaway! No wonder! Little Links, Regular Links, Sausage Meat for patties, FIRST PRIZE Pure Pork Sausage is "deliberately created the finest!" U.S.

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