The San Bernardino County Sun from San Bernardino, California • Page 15

PAGE FIFTEEN litrus Growers Study Plan for Disposal of Valencia Orange Output SAN BERNARDINO DAILY SUN. THURSDAY, JULY 27, 1939 eferendum's Inclusion is set for aug. 6 change Officials Praise Plan To Eliminate Small Fruit For Sake of Profits packing houses of tha Redlands jghland district, in common with aers inrougnoui uamornia, are itactlng their growers to deter- ne their attitude toward the pro-sal to eliminate smallest Valen- oranges from the markets. 3. M.

Brown, head of the Gold nner association and chairman the growers' advisory committee the California-Arizona citrus irketing agreement, indicated at Friday's meeting of the com ttee would consider results of the vey. an adequate percentage of the ftustry favors the plan, a "gentle- fcn's agreement may be invoked prevent the marketing of fruit at will not sell for $2.15 per box more. M. O. D.

BOARD MEETS plrectors of Mutual Orange Dis- Ibutors, meeting in Redlands, are bected to consider the suggestion week. rhe board of the California Fruit owers exchange already is on iord in favor of the plan and Ex-mge houses are being contacted a referendum. The directors representing the district exchanges endorsed 3 proposed agreement between eking houses and district ex-anges. Its main points are: I. "They authorize the Exchange determine from week to week merchantable quantity of sizes la grading below Sunkist and is of all merchantable grades that ly be shipped." SELL TO EXCHANGE 2.

At a minimum price of 40 pts per packed box equivalent, packing house, associations able to fill their C. A. agree- ent allotment will be able to sell unshipped allotment to the Ex- ange and receive credit therefor. minimum price established is sed on domestic Valencia price to and will be increased propor-Imately as the season price for jiiencias increases. The fruit purchased by the kchange under this plan must be merchantable grade as pre- ribed by the California state jandards as to quality, and shall be smaller than the commercial tee 392.

No packing house is to 11 sizes smaller than 392s. The cost of operation of the an to be underwritten by monthly fsessments based on shipments siring the preceding month with nai adjustment 10 De Dasea on tne jilue of shipments for each ship- r. AUG. 6 IS DEADLINE 5. "This agreement shall be ef- ho handled during the 1937-38 ason through the Exchange 95 cent of Exchange Southern yifornia Valencia orangs tonnage, nd in no event shall become effec- ve later than August 6, 1939, and operation shall continue in ef-ict until' terminated by Exchange, it' not later than November 11, 139." The agreement was suggested by Resident C.

C. Teague several eeks ago, discussed at last week's leeting of the board of directors, nd approved in its final form by pe special orange advisory com-littee last Friday. It affects only le Southern California Valencias stricts, but directors R. H. Shoe maker from Tulare county and H.

vj. Meiser from the northern Cali- lrnia citrus area also expressed pproval of the plan. i TO HELP REVENUES The plan is designed to increase Hal returns to the producers by liminating a surplus of undesir- ble sizes, according to 'owell, Sunkist sales manager. ji "An excess of this fruit on the only brings low returns ut depresses tne entire price struc- ure, declared Powell. "However proposed change in marketing rocedure recognizes the fact that ertain growers have such a pre-onderance of this class of fruit hat they cannot afford to dispose it without some return." Under the proposed plan there would be no scarcity of the less de- irable grades and sizes; its major purpose is to effectively reduce the reat surplus of small sizes.

Con- umers will receive all the fruit heir retail markets can absorb at i fair price. j. J. Sellmaji Garden Will Be Supper Site Attractive will be the garden pic-Ic this evening at the home of Mr. fcnd Mrs.

L. J. Scllman, 630 East street, Colton, for members of the i Catholic Altar society and their families. I Supper will be served at 6 p.m. butdoors, Members will bring items previously arranged for with Mrs.

i jScllman, and service ware for them- I Selves and guests, Following the "feed," guests may iChooso from an array of offered en tertainment their diversion for the evening, Chinese checkers and cards will bo among pastimes. HENRY BLUME BACK FROM EXPLORATION OF MEXICO SOCIETY Henry Blume, 1720 Sarlta drive, has returned to Redlands from an interesting two weeks' trip to Mexico as the guest of his brother-in-law, Burt Kebrlc, of San Francisco, who has been visiting this summer in the Blume home. En route, the pair stopped off for a visit to Carlsbad Caverns, with which they were muoh impressed. From there they drove in Mr. Ke-bric's car to Laredo for the beautiful 760-mile drive to Mexico City.

On the way, they passed through four distinct zones of temperature, from the arid to the frigid zones. Making the trip educational as well as recreational, the pair stopped to visit and become acquainted with a number of different Indian tribes living in the country, visiting them in their homes and getting their reactions to questions of Mexican government and matters. In this way, they contacted the peon class, the middle and upper classes of people and the American business men, gathering the views of each. Among the sights they enjoyed in Mexico City was the national palace, built by Montezuma and altered by Cortez. Here they saw where Cortez tortured the Aztecs, but were more impressed by a beautiful painting of 73enito Juarez, and the striking resemblance between Paul Muni, who played Juarez in the motion picture of that name his prototype.

A visit was paid to Chahultepcc castle, which housed Carlotta and Maxmillian, another historical pair whose tragic lives have recently been brought to light by motion pictures. The two tourists were amazed at the beauty of Mexican cathedrals, especially the shrine of Guadelupe, Bridesmaids' Honor, Barbecue Courtesy Prior to Ceremony The round of feting and being feted which has marked the pre- nuptial weeks culminating this evening in the marriage of Miss Mary Jane Andrews and Kenneth Olsen, both of Colton, will be concluded this noon with a luncheon by the bride for her attendants. At the hour of 7:30 o'clock, at Calvary Presbyterian church, Riverside, will be read the service uniting in marriage the well known Hub city couple. A reception will follow at the church. Miss Andrews' guests this noon at the parental S.

E. Andrews residence, 180 West street, will be her sister, Mrs. Jo McLellari, who will be her matron of honor; Miss Winifred Olsen, sister of the brider groom, Mrs. William Murphy and Miss Catherine Sherman, Glendale, and Miss Alice Ruth, Los Angrles, who will serve as bridesmaids. The latter three are Alpha Chi Omega sisters of Miss Andrews.

Wednesday evening, following ceremony rehearsal at the church, the betrothed couple entertained at a barbecue at the pit of the George Olsen home, Grand and I streets. Mr. and Mrs. Olsen, parents of the bridegroom, and Mr. and Mrs, S.

E. Andrews assisted the couple in the courtesy. Complimented were members of the bridal party, their wives or husbands, and other guests from Colton and away, making a party of about 25 picnickers. During the past few days the many friends of the Andrews family have been calling to view the lovely wedding and shower gifts which have been presented Miss Andrews and Mr. Olsen for their new home.

Bloomington Unit To Install Tonight In addition to other features an nounced for the monthly social of Bloomington Legion and auxiliary this evening at 7:30 at the clubhouse, officers of the auxiliary for the new year will be officially seated. Rites, simply arranged that the evening may not be taken over largely by business, will be conducted by Mrs. Elva Powell, past presi dent of the auxiliary. Mrs. Olive Barr is the new presi dent, succeeding Mrs.

R. C. Oliver. Jean Thibault and Edward Clo- herty, who attended Boys' State at Sacramenta from Bloomington, will give resumes of the conclave proceedings. Later the group will meet out doors for a wiener bake, with the Legion furnishing marshmallows and drink.

Those attending will provide other lunch constituents. Mrs. Alpha Lyman Back in Bloomington Mrs. Alpha Lyman and granddaughter, Shirley Squires, Bloomington, returned to their homes Saturday concluding a delightful three weeks' visit in the northern part of the state. As guests of Mrs.

Lyman's son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lyman, Berkeley, they visited the San Francisco fair and also took a drive along the Russian river north of the Bay area. COLTON pp Ml Mr i HENRY BLUME which they believe to be the most sumptious on the North American continent. Other sights which impressed them very much were the floating gardens at Xochemilco, and the Teotihuacan pyramids constructed by the lost race of San Juan.

These curiosities, recently discovered, are 25 miles southeast of Mexico City. During their trip, the two learned to speak a few words of Aztec, and are extremely proud of their mastery of the names of two mountain peaks, higher than any in the United States, which rise in plain view of Mexico City. The peaks are Popocatechpil and Ixtlaxawatl. Lois Lesher to Wed Hub Man Nuptial news of interest in Colton pertains to the late autumn marriage of Miss Lois Lesher, San Bernardino, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.

D. E. Lesher, Lucerne Valley, and Glen Blakeman, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.

D. Blakeman, Monterey park, Colton, recently announced by families of the bttrothed The wedding date of Oct. 20 has been selected by the couple, the ceremony to be read at a morning hour at the home of the bride's parents. Festively noting the coming linking of the two families, Mr. and Mrs.

Blakeman recently entertained at an evening lawn party and miscellaneous shower at their home, with Miss Lesher as honor guest. The provided illumination for the outdoor fete by means of various colored lights. Places for playing bunco, evening entertainment were found at six tables. Miss Erlene Lesher, San Bernardino, won the gift for holder of high score among the women and Mrs. H.

Hettiche, El Scgundo was low. Men players receiving prizes were Cecil Lesher, San Bernardino, high, and Howard Blakeman, Colton, low. Mrs. Tony Blakeman won the special gift. Dainty refreshments of attractively fashioned sandwiches, small cookies and punch were served at the tables.

Guests were invited into the house at the conclusion of the evening to view the array of lovely gifts presented the bride-elect. From out of town were Mr. and Mrs. D. E.

Lesher, Lucerne Valley; Mr. and Mrs. M. H. MclntyVe, El Segundo, and Mrs.

Ralph Hettiche, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Lesher and daughters, Arlene and Peggy, and Mrs. Helen Sauerwein, San Bernardino. Colton guests were Mr.

and Mrs. E. G. Giles, Mr. and Mrs.

Robert Hathaway, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Hill- man, Mr.

and Mrs. Leon Blakeman and son, Gary, Miss Louise Boekc, Nolan Minsin, Fred Cooper and Joe and Howard Blakeman, sons of the host couple. Miss Lesher, who graduated from high school in Kansas, is employed at an insurance company in San Bernardino, in which she is making her home. Mr. Blakeman attended Colton schools and is employed at the Edwards Packing plant in Highgrove.

Beckners Hosts to Kin From Indiana Guests Monday and Tuesday of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bcckner, Colton avenue and Cypress street, Colton, were Mr.

and Mrs. Darrcll Jones, Muncie, Ind, Mr, Jones is the nephew of Mrs, Beckner. The couple is now en route home, concluding a month's trip to the coast. The Beckners had previously visited them in Los Angeles, but this week entertained them as their housegucsts. The sojourn In Southern Califor nia was the third for Mr.

Jones. On one of his previous trips here he competed in the Olympics, repre senting his state as its champion high jumper. He is now employed as a chemist, Mrs. JoneB is a teacher in one of Muncle's schools, the visit being her second to the state. i INTONE GETS NEW DEPOT ON SANTA FE LAND New Structure to Supplant Old Building Razed as Packing House Was Commenced Santa Fe railroad will start immediately to build a new Mentone station that will house the agent's office, baggage room and wash room.

The building will rise on the west side of Mentone boulevard, across the tracks from the newly completed Elephant Orchards packing house. The old Mentone depot was destroyed recently to make room for the packing house. The new structure is to be 15 feet wide and 24 feet long. Lumber had been delivered at the site yesterday. Designed primarily to accomodate freight business, the depot is to be of no major importance in passenger business.

Since the old station was dismantled, C. L. Coulter, the Mentone agent, has been using an old railroad car as the office. Chatterers Club Guests for Bridge At Seinturier Home Summer event on the social calendar of the Chatterers club was the delightful luncheon bridge given Wednesday afternoon by Mrs. John Steinturier at her home in north Colton.

At two tables centered with bouquets of mixed flowers, guests found places for a lovely luncheon fare. Tables were then arranged for bridge, with high score gift awarded Mrs. Hubert Nunn. In the absence of Mrs. Richard G.

Crenshaw, who is on a vacation trip to the fair, Miss Shirley Goss, Pasadena, sister of Mrs. Pascal Cer-da, was welcomed to the party as afternoon guest. Members present were Mrs. Nunn and Mrs. Eulis Hubbs, now residents of Indio; Mrs.

Lewis Wat-tenbarger, East Highland; Mrs. Cerda, Grand Terrace, and Mrs. Robert Flynn and Mrs. J. R.

Webb, Colton. Bids for Bridge to Be Opened at 2 p.m. Opening of bids for the work of widening the Santa Ana river bridge on LaCadena south of Colton is scheduled for 2 p.m. today at the State building in Los Angeles, according to E. Q.

Sullivan, district state highway engineer. It is planned to make the bridge a four-lane span. To accomplish this end, two lanes will be added to the west side of the present bridge. Foursome on Drive To Dam and Mines Especially Interesting was the trip Mrs. Grace Cochran and daugh ter, Claudia, Colton, and their housegucsts, Mrs.

Eugene Martin and son, Hoban, of Hilton, took over the week-end to Boulder dam and vicinitiy. The visit to the masterpiece of engineering was the first for the colton residents and their guests, who are in this vicinity for a six months sojourn. On their return from Nevada they stopped at the Calico mines, thriving center of another day, where at the city of Calico Mrs, Martin and son and relatives of the late Claud Cochran, husband of the Colton woman, formerly resided and were friends. A delightful visit was made with a woman of Calico, who collects relics of the mine area and from the former Chinatown that marked the rush days of the mining area. This week-end the foursome will go in another direction, heading for San Diego to be guests of friends.

Mrs. Cochran and daughter will return Sunday, but their visitors will prolong their stay. Presbyterian Social Amply Patronized Pat ronage at the annual ice cream social of the Christian Endeavor of First Presbyterian church, Colton, Tuesday evening was well up to the expectations of members in charge. The outdoor fete was at the Pang- born residence, North Seventh street, the back garden of the home being illuminated by lanterns and set with tables and chairs. Ic cream, cake and punch was the menu arranged for customers.

Lloyd Reed was general chairman. Tiniwahan Meeting To Be Friday Night Members of the Tiniwahan Camp Fire group of Colton will conduct a regular meeting Friday at 6 p. m. at the Municipal park. Featuring the gathering will be the awarding of swimming honors.

Following adjourning of the meet ing, the girls may choose between swimming In the plunge and at tendance ut the nightball game for their evening interest. Miss Wanda Cook, guardian, will be in charge. EEfl California Arizona Marketing Agreement Representative's Funeral to Be Friday Heart disease yesterday claimed the life of Frank H. Jackson, Red-lands district field representative of the California-Arizona citrus marketing agreement. He died at his home, 1555 Garden street, at the age of 56 years.

Formerly active in the Redlands Country club and the Community players, Mr. Jackson was widely known. He had participated in plays for the Elks club, American Legion and other organizations. AIDS LEAGUE BENEFIT His last participation was speaking parts in the charity performance puppet show put on by Harold Harris under Assistance league auspices a few months ago. Mr.

Jackson was a thirty-second degree Mason, a Knight Templar, and a Shriner. The grand lodge of Panama chose him as its representative in the grand lodge of South Dakota. In Trinity Episcopal church he served on the vestry for a long period. He managed the Fifth avenue swimming pool for about 10 years. After two years in the nursery business, Mr.

Jackson became field representative under the California-Arizona orange prorate agency, a position he had held for the past five and one-half years. Frank D. Jackson, his father, was once governor of Iowa. A graduate of Culver Military academy, the son entered the cattle business in South Dakota and was engaged in it for the 10 years before coming here. FUNERAL IS FRIDAY Survivors are his widow, his mother, Mrs.

Frank D. Jackson, Redlands, and the following chil dren, Mrs. George Lombard (May Esther), Wellesley Farms, Mrs. Cambell Jones (Dorothy Anne) Torrance; Miss Meta Jack son, Redlands; Mrs. Palmer Wheat on (Jaquith), Altadena, and Robert Jackson, Redlands; and two broth' ers, Ernest of Chicago and Lewis of Los Angeles.

Funeral services will be held from Trinity Episcopal church Friday at 11, the Rev. Henry Clark Smith pastor of All Saints Episcopal church, Riverside, officiating. Dow Fitzsimmons are in charge. Rebekah Leader Picks Committees One of the first official duties of Mrs. Pinkie May Miller, recently in stalled noble grand of Mt.

Slover Rebekah lodge, was performed Tuesday evening at her first meet ing in Masonic hall when she named committees for her term. Olive Pine, Margaret Greer and Eva Curtis were named to the finance committee. Beryl Casper, Pearl Schultz, An- gelette Marcum, Lydia Schultz and Harriet Wobser will be visiting committee members. Mattie Montgomery was given post of publicity chairman. Escalene Lynn will be drill cap tain.

Myrtie Carter and Irene Benett were chosen to serve on the reception committee from July to September. Remainder of the evening was devoted to transaction of other business. Country Club Plans Mid-Summer Frolic A mid-summer dance, to be held Saturday night, is being planned by members of the Redlands Country club. Dinner will be served on the tennis courts, and George Lewis and his orchestra will play for dancing there later. Mrs.

L. Stewart Hinckley heads the committee. Assisting are Mes- damcs Fred Gowland, Nathan Du-shane Hynson, Lawrence E. Heim and Messrs. Dan C.

A. Smith and Wililiam G. Moore. B. 0.

Dawsons at Barton Flats Home Enjoying the summer season as mountain residents are Mrs. B. Dawson and daughters, 307 East street, Colton, at their place in Barton Flats. They are spending two months there, and will return in time for the opening of school. Mr.

Dawson is commuting week-ends to the Mill Creek cabin, to be with his wife and daughters, Bottye, Mary and Jean. Jack Miller Now Much Improved Jack Miller, well known to Colton people as a former resident here, is much improved In health, according to information from relatives. Mr. Miller has been confined to his home at 751 Paris street, San Bernardino, following a stroke a week ago. For several days he was considered seriously ill, but reports of Wednesday are that he is "much better." NDl RANK JACK ON ENTER BIG HORSE SHOW if 'ft jfft" I w-s Kyle Pratt, who has made numerous California appearances with his educated horse, is scheduled to appear at the Redlands municipal bowl during a horse show Tuesday, Aug.

2. The horse, Black Hawk, has been appearing at the San Francisco fair. The beautiful animal dances in several steps and in other means shows the effects of a "high school education." SWIM GLASSES THIEVES IKE ATTRACT MAM UNUSUAL RAUL Colton Municipal plunge is one of the busiest pools in the valley this week with four swimming classes daily added to the increased regular attendance occasioned by the current 100-degree weather, according to Manager E. N. Hubbs.

The annual beginners' swim classes opened Tuesday under direction of Jack Spragins, head life guard. Approximately 150 persons, both adults and children, are tak ing advantage of the expense-free course. Three classes are held each morning with a fourth in the eve ning. Immediately following the close of this course, an intermediate in struction series will be opened. Registrations for the second event will be taken at the plunge office from next Monday, July 31, to Aug.

6. The new course will be started on Tuesday, Aug. 8. In order to be eligible for the intermediate course, applicants must be able to swim a distance of 90 feet. During the same week a beginners' class will be cpn-eructed for children from six to eight years, inclusive.

This week's classes, as well as those to follow later in the summer, are part of an annual program sponsored by the American Red Cross to encourage swimming both as a means of safety in case of emergency and as a form of exercise. Bobby Cine and Bob Wright are assisting Spragins in the instruction work. East Colton Group Cancels July Meet Although the fourth Thursday evening of each month is the time scheduled for the sessions, there will be no meeting tonight of the Monterey Park Improvement asso ciation of East Colton, according to Chairman P. E. Longstreet.

It was decided to cancel the July meeting. This action was taken because none of the committees working on the various projects has further developments to report and because a number of directors are out of town on vacations. There will probably be no meeting until the fourth Thursday of August. Bloomington Man Notified of Death Willis Mickel of Bloomington re ceived word regarding the death of his mother, Mrs. Adeline Mickel, who passed away July 18 at her home in Alma, Neb.

She was 86 years old and had been ill for a year. The Blooming ton man found it impossible to return to Nebraska to attend the funeral services. Virginia Sucher Is Honored at Shower Miss Virginia Sucher, whose mar- rla'ge to Charles Maurice Knapp, of Mooers, N. will take place in Redlands on August 19 at Trinity Episcopal church, was honored with another pre-nuptial courtesy Wednesday evening when Mrs. Ruth Keleman and Mrs.

Helen Lockhart were hostesses in the latter's home. The evening was spent in visit ing, and a telephone call broke in unexpectedly to reveal to Miss Sucher where to search for a basket of apron gifts. Participating In the courtesy, in addition to the honoree and hostesses, wero the Misses Caroline Kim ball, Grace Foster, Dorothy Rutherford, Ruth Andis, and Miss Virginia Jones of San Bernardino. Burglary history in Colton hit the peak of the unusual a few days ago when intruders entered a ranch home just outside the city limits and disconnected and carried off assorted plumbing fixtures, was the report of Constable Arthur H. Ma-her yesterday.

GeoA-ge G. Hayes of Redlands Is owner of the property, which was formerly known as the Eugene Wilkerson ranch at Rancho and Citrus avenues. The burglary took place some time Friday or Saturday. H. T.

Frith, another rancher of the township, also suffered a loss through burglary and put his case into the hands of the constable. Frith, who resides at 726 Agua Man sa road south of Colton, reported that he was overhauling his pumping plant Monday. At the close of working hours he left the project, taking only the usual precautions to safeguard his property and equipment. Some time Monday night or early Tuesday morning intruders appeared upon the scene and carried off his pump ing motor and all electrical equip ment at the site. Constable Maher is being assisted in his investigation of these cases by Deputy Sheriffs Bud English and T.

Corneliuson. Higher Court Will Hear Morals Case Jesus Bargas of Kirk street in Colton appeared yesterday in the township court of Justice H. W. Finday to answer to a morals He was held to answer to a superior court. Waid Balcom, deputy district attorney, represented the state in the hearing.

Builders' Class to Picnic in Hub Park Monthly meeting and social of the Builders' class of Jewell Memorial Methodist Sunday school, Colton, has been arranged as a picnic party this evening at 7 p.m. at Municipal park. The affair was originally planned as a swimming party at Harlem Springs, but that members might attend the game at the park in which the Hi-Co team of the Sunday school, sponsored by the class, will play, it was decided to meet nearby at the park tables. Serving a picnic food, provided by members, will be promptly at 7, in ample time that participants may see the opening of the night-ball game at 8. Picnickers will also bring table service.

Alva Duke, president, will preside at a brief business meeting at the table. Committee in charge for the evening are Mesdames Edith Love, Frances Galloway and Wayne Duke. Crestline Outing Enjoyed by Family Choosing a delightful way to spend two weeks, away from the valley heat, Mr. and Mrs. J.

R. Webb and daughter, Winifred, and son, Whitney, 245 North Second street, Colton, are on a Crestline outing. They recently took a cabin home there for their stay to be concluded Sunday. Mr. Webb is making trips to and fro that he may be in Colton during the working part of the day.

tYU Hr LAIIIUI I IU UL PIES ISTJSTREET Open House Scheduled Friday, Saturday for Inspection Of Class-Made Items In view of the fact that the current week is being observed throughout the nation as a period set aside for fostering interest in more worthwhile ways of spending leisure time, an active program is being carried out in both branches of the Colton recreation center. Announcement of the activities was made yesterday by Mrs. Grace Cochran, director. One of the chief accomplishments of the week is an exhibit being prepared for Friday and Saturday at 150 West I street. Open house will be held at this location from 2 to 4 on both afternoons.

Representatives of the recreation board will be present to display the articles and answer questions of those who come to inspect them. All kinds of handicrafts, hobby collections and miscellaneous articles will be shown. CHILDREN TAKE PART The west side of the display building is to be taken up with ob jects made by classes at the South Colton branch of the recreation center. Most of the work has been done by children from five to 14 years of age. Photographs of the display will be taken Friday and filed with records showing other accomplishments of the organization.

"We hope that this display will demonstrate to townspeople of Colton the worthwhile work which the center is doing," Mrs. Cochran said. "In spite of numerous announcements we have made through newspapers and other agencies, there are still many persons in the district who do not know that such an advantage as the recreation center is available." PICNIC STAGED Yesterday, Mrs. Josephine Shay, one of the instructors at the South Colton playground, took a group of children from that district to Meadowbrook park in San Bernardino for a picnic. Friday afternoon Gabriel Armenta, another instruc tor there, will arrange a ball game between his girls' team and another yet to be chosen.

The contest will be staged about 3 p.m. No special events have been planned at the center in the Municipal park because of the fact that so many routine activities are underway there throughout each day. Mornings and evenings are devoted to ball games, and the intervening' hours are taken up with classes in handicrafts, nature study, dramatics and other subjects. A number of ball teams have been organized so that there are now places for all boys and girls interested in the sport. Roland Adams is in charge of the ball projects.

Methodist-Youth to Dispense Ice Cream An ice cream social will be held in the patio of the Redlands First Methodist church this evening, beginning at 8:15, to raise money for sending members of the "Yo Pe De," or Young Peoples' department, to Pacific Palisades in August. Miss Dora Peters and Don San born have collected the food and will have charge of its sale. Cakes of all descriptions have been donated by young people of the or ganization, by their mothers and by members of the church. Ruby Vaughan has arranged the program for the evening, which will include piano numbers by Jean Kuhns and Winifred Peters; vocal solos by Dora Peters and Walter Rabenstein; a reading by Mildred McCall; and violin solos by Doug las Weeks, with Evelyn Grant as accompanist. Miss Grant will also play inci dental musio between numbers on the program.

Novelty Ietter-fhold-ers, handmade by Welty Kuhns from glass and wood, will be sold. Richard Folkins is busy wirlnsr the patio of the church for electrio lights for the evening's event. Bar bara Montgomery had charge of publicity. Illinois Resident to End Colton Sojourn Mrs. Carrie Vermilye, who has been with her son-in-law and daugh ter, Mr.

and Mrs. Irl B. Carl, 177 West A street, Colton, the last nine months, leaves soon for her home in Sandwich, 111. Mrs. Vermilye came to spend the winter months in Southern California climate, extending her stay into the summer season.

Her original home was at Sandwich, where also a son, O. H. Vermilye, resides. Jonker-Somers Rites Saturday July has proven an extremely popular wedding month and joining the ranks of newly-wedded couples will be Miss Doris Bell Jonker, Whitewater, and Robert O. Homers, Colton.

They will be united in rites read Saturday evening. The couple will be residents of the Hub City, where Mr. Homers operates a tire shop at 337 West I street..