The La Crosse Tribune from La Crosse, Wisconsin • Page 6

Clarke College Head La Crosse Alumnae Tea I Mrs. John Desmond 2615 Schubert left, was hostess for the Christmas tea of La Crosse Chapter of the Clarke College Alumnae Assn. Saturday, Dec. 13. Honor guest was Sister Mary Benedict, president of the Dubuque College.

Mrs. Madonna Lam- Clarke College alumnae and former students had three members of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary as guests at the Christmas tea of La Crosse Chapter, Mrs. John Desmond hostess. They were Sister Mary Benedict, college president. Sr.

St. Ruth and Sister Adora, members of the college faculty. The three visitors are members of an order that now numbers 200 professed nims, the order celebrating the 125th anniversary of founding this year with many gatherings and programs for alumnae, students and nuns in all parts of the United States and Hawaii where it has missions. Five Catholic young women der the leadership of Mary Clarke founded the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin, Ireland, 125 years ago. The others were Margaret Mann, Eliza Kelly, Catherine Byrne and Rose Realizing the need for religious education in America, they came to Philadelphia, beginning the 51-day voyage July 18, 1833.

They remained in Philadelphia for IO years, conducting a parochi-1 a1 school and an academy for day and resident students. While there they were befriended by the I Rev. Terence Donahoe, who later took formal charge of the community. But a call came from what was then the Far West, and they left the eastern city. The call was from the Most Rev.

Mathias Loras, Bishop of Dubuque, and he convinced them that they could fulfill their calling more readily among the pioneers. They came west by rail and canal, leaving Philadelphia June 5, 1843, for Pittsburgh, where they boarded an Ohio River steamer for Du- mer, head of the La Crosse alumnae chapter, presented a check to Sister Mary Benedict in honor of 125th anniversary, the money to go toward building of the new scholasticate at Mundelein, Photo. buque. They changed boats sever-! sisters opened Feal times en route, and finally male for the education boarded the packet, at Keokuk, Iowa. Their anticipation wqs exceeded only by the eagerness of residents, who were waiting for the return.

Bishop Loras had two surprises for his fellow a bell for his cathedral and five nuns who would open a school for Catholic girls. Many of the I families had not seen re-1 ligious teachers since leaving their former homes in the East. They were grateful that their daughters could now be trained to be young ladies and efficient of young women. Through the years it gradually expanded and changed to meet the demands of modem life, the name changed in 1879 to Mount St. Joseph Academy and in 1918 to Clarke College, in honor of the foundress.

Besides conducting Clarke College in Dubuque and Mundelein College, Mundelein, 111., the community now staffs 195 elementary and high schools throughout the United States and conducts a mission in Hawaii. While shortages of food, shelter and clothing harassed the nuns difficult thing in in earlier days, the present challenge is enough nuns to meet the many demands for teachers. High point of the jubilee year will be the new West. it it Two years after the first school ll Jiraceks Pay Honor To Mother Mrs. Barbara i a 1808 South Ave, was honored Saturday, Dec.

6, on her 85th birthday by her ll children. They are John, Thomas, Joseph, Edward, George, Mrs. Ernest Lassig and Mrs. Richard Schnell, La Crosse; Henry, Walter and Robert, Minneapolis; and Rose, Sacramento, Calif. Mrs.

Jiracek has 19 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is the former Barbara Mar- tirwek and was bom at 902 S. Sixth Si. Her husband, John Jiracek, was a steamfitter for many years. He died in 1941.

opened near the cathedral the dedication of the scholasti- first motherhouse was built on St cate now being built in Chicago to Prairie, about IO miles house 150 members of the order southwest of Dubuque. In 1846 the studying at Mundelein College. SHOPPING HINT Women on a budget must keep this in mind when shopping for clothing. You can spend more for a dress or skirt if you can cut down on cleaning costs. Build a washable wardrobe that you can care for yourself.

Mrs. John Sarner, 2232 Onalaska Avenue, announces the approaching marriage of her daughter, Jaqueline, to Thomas M. DeKeyrel son of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice DeKeyrel, Onalaska.

The wedding will be Saturday. Feb. 7, at 9 a.m., in St. James Catholic Church. Pvt.

DeKeyrel is stationed at Fort Sheridan. Vocational Club Vocational Homemaking Christmas party will be held Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 1:30 p.m., program to take place in the school gymnasium. Postponement of the party scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, was necessitated by repairs to heating facilities of the school.

Mrs. A. W. Michaelson, chairman of the sunshine committee. asks that members bring the previously requested small items for the La Crosse County Infirmary.

Mmes. Fred Fibeger and Fred Frisbie announce that the Homemaking Club cook books, which contain many tested Christmas recipes contributed by members, will be available at this time. Plan Nuptials For January THE HUB 105 So. 3rd St. Out of Pawn Jewelry Cameras Watches Fully Guaranteed Diamonds: and Diamond Rings.

Natural or white gold. 25.00 75.00 Watches: or completely reconditioned, guaranteed. Good name brands. 10.00 20.00 Argus C3 Camera 27.50 Polaroid flash 50.00 Vittssa ................55.00 Revere 8 mm 30.00 Brownie 8 mm 20.00 Many other items to choose from at great savings' Mr. and Mrs.

Francis J. Lee, 1401 S. 20th announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter. Bqfty, to Darrel L. Dyer, New Lisbon, son of Mayor Dana L.

Dyer, Houston, and the late Mrs. Dyer. Their wedding is planned for Saturday. Feb. 7.

EVERIST AND JENNINGS WHEEL CHAIRS I WALKERS A WM PRESCRIPTION and SICK ROOM SUPPLIES HOESCHLERS' PHARMACY Free Prescription Delivery To Help Food Budget Freeze Broilers Now Before you get too deep in holiday preparations you may want to take time to give your food I budget a Though it usual to put; broilers in the freezer at this time of the year, you can save money by taking advantage now of the low prices, according to Barry Hayes, poultry specialist at the: University of Wisconsin. If you have the freezer space! you might put rn enough broilers I to use in the next few months. But plan to freeze more than that, Hayes says, because about 6 months is as long as you want to keep them frozen. Try to get the broilers as fresh as possible whether from the gro-; cer or direct from the producer, If they are packaged be sure to remove the wrapping and check for cleanliness. Remove the giblets and wrap separately.

You may want to cut the chickens into pieces and group legs, I wings and breasts for packaging I in family sized containers. Freez -1 er bags or boxes are good for the separate pieces. Whatever way you choose to freeze the birds be sure that you have freezer con ta that will keep out both moisture and vapor. I Airtight packages prevent freezer burn or drying out of the food. The engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Joanne, to Raymond Seufert, 2312 S.

23rd son (rf Mr. and Mrs. George Seufert, Wentworth, is announced by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schreier, 1035 Tyler St.

Their marriage will be Saturday, Jan. 31, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Dried snipped into thin slices, are delicious added to a nut bread. John Gautsch, 1217 State announces the engagement and approaching marriage of his daughter, Rose Mane, Donald D. Wuen- ger, son of Mr.

and Mrs. Russell Wuenger, 2837 S. 21st St. Their marriage will be Saturday, Jan. IO, at 9 a.m.,'"at St.

Cathedral. TTa Fraser ftribum 6 Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1958 Delivered on BFD Dec. 17 omcins Holiday Driver Cautioned By Club Head WASHINGTON, D.C.-The president of the 11-million-member General Federation of Clubs thinks American women need to exert a little more control over the family car and family driving. And especially, Chloe Gifford says, during the Christmas-New holiday season.

The General Federation of Clubs this year is actively supporting a year-end safety campaign aimed at reducing traffic deaths which traditionally reach their peak during December. Being sufficiently alert while driving is difficult at all times, Miss Gifford points out, but it is even more so during the festive year-end season when more parties, late hours, extra shopping and home-for-the-holidays are added to usual problems of traffic and weather. This year, with many Americans taking a four-day weekend over both Christmas and New the toll could run tragically high unless motorists and pedestrians make an extra effort to stay alert, In 1956, the last previous year when there was a four- day Christmas weekend, 706 persons met sudden death and 179 died later as a result of injuries during this period. This was the largest number of traffic fatalities recorded during any holiday weekend. all women will get behind the many safety programs being conducted this year, the Christmas-New Year holidays can be truly a time for Miss Gifford says.

She gives several ways women can cooperate in helping ensure that Christmas and New are both happy and safe occasions for relatives and friends; Have the family car checked to make sure up to the winter punishment it will receive. Make sure headlights, brakes, tires and turn signals are in perfect condition. Urge friends to do likewise. When the weather is bad, leave the car at home and take public transportation. Or, if possible, put off the trip until the next day.

When driving home from a party or shopping tour, remember that tiredness means being less alert, so exert added care and always drive within the speed limit. On long trips to visit friends and family, stop every IOO miles for a steaming cup af coffee. It will not (mly warm you, but make you more alert. Hostesses should remember to serve a cup to departing guests. Remember that during the hob -1 days, more than any other time I of the year, added measures are necessary to ensure safety for all.

Mexicans See Snow For First Time Mrs. Raquel Martens, right, had a reunion with her sisters and grandniece this month, the three stopping here en route home to Mexico from a trip to Europe. It was the first sight of snow and their first experience with such cold weather. Elenita Cordera learned how to make a snowball. She is enrolled for a month at St.

Wenceslaus Catholic grade school. Mrs. Martens, whose home also is in Mexico, is serving as receptionist of Marian Hall, Viterbo College dormitory, the picture of the four taken across the street from the college. Her sisters are Mrs. Gudelia Perdomo, left and Mrs.

Sophia Rodriguez. Elenita is the granddaughter of Mrs. Perdomo. All are of Cordoba, which is also Mrs. Photo.

Engagement Announced HOLMEN, Wis. Special)Mr. and Mrs. Ansel Bratberg announce the engagement of their daughter, Elva, to Robert A. Ristinen, son of Mr.

and Mrs. Arnold F. Ristinen, Manahga, Minn. The bride- elect is a graduate of Swedish Hospital School of Nursing, Minneapolis, and her fiance attends the University of Minnesota. Best Business Lady Glamor Gal Besides By DOROTHY ROE (AP Editor! Anyone who thinks businesswomen glamorous ought to inspect the current crop of feminine storekeepers in Palm Springs, Calif.

I recently paused at this edged desert resort for a weekend en route back to New York after several weeks of California head- PfmUon at Brussels WorW line hunting and I'm blinking Fair' als0 has a new Palm SPrmgs from the darling lineup of local boutique, where she sells the fashionable goodies she gathers up in her periodic trips abroad. Andrea Leeds Howard, former keep a front strip of the property and put in one of the most glittering shopping centers in the feat which will make her probably the top lady merchant of the Coast. Madelyn Fio Rito, the striking brunette who trained the girl and boy guides in the United States lady merchants. The night I arrived, Mama Gabor and two of her three famous daughters were holding open Siri of the films, has a house and making merry to cele-1 shop too, as does Mrs. Har- Little Thank You Gifts As a cheerful easy way to remember the many people who perform welcome little services for you, pass out packages or boxes of chewing gum.

also a wonderful plus to go with any small gift. Everybody enjoys it I and something nice for them to share with their families. An inexpensive yet thoughtful little gift such as chewing gum will be just the right note of Christmas cheer to win big smiles of appreciation. Try it. Ball Calendar band Desi Western Hills Hctel, about 12 miles out of Palm Springs, where film luminaries fight for tables.

brate the opening of new boutique shop, named simply Jolie Gabor. The Viennese Mrs. Gabor has been doing right well selling jewelry in New York for some time now. Then Marion Davies, who owns Palm oldest I and most renowned hotel, the Desert 30 acres of I but has announced she is tearing I it down next year and turning the land over to the city for a parking lot. The astute Marion plans to ry Joe Brown.

Carolyn Jones and Linda Darnell are among seven joint owners (rf the Whispering Waters Hotel, and Claudette Colbert is a stockholder in Bing trailer. park. Mrs. Alan Ladd keeps a watch- ful eye on her Springs hardware store, and Mrs. I Bob Hope takes an avid interest! in real estate business.

Lucille Ball appears regularly to check the customers at hus- KITCHEN THRIFT When you are making a pudding, pie or cobbler with canned peaches you may wish to buy those labeled Grade C. Although these may be slightly irregular iii size and shape, have good flavor. The Yule Log Prize easy-do holiday dessert, with all the festive air of the season is the yule log, made in a matter of seconds. Purchase a jelly roll or make one. Cover with powdered sugar as thickly as the snow is falling out-of-doors.

Drizzle melted chocolate over the sugar to resemble a birch log. Five large Christmas are being held in La Crosse. First is the American Assn. of University dance at Hotel Stoddard Saturday, Dec. 2p, and next the Notre Dame Club dance of Friday, Dec.

26, also at the Stoddard. Three dated for Saturday, Dec. 27 are the Knights of Columbus dance at the club rooms, the Masonic Entertainment Committee dance at the Masonic Temple and Beta Sigma Phi Alpha Gamma Chapter dance at Hotel Stoddard. See our large aelection of Imported German Black Forest Cuckoo Clocks McCord Jewelers 112 Fifth Avenue North AMAZING NEW WAY TO MAKE COOKIES tie a christmas ribbon 'round a musical way of living! MORF. AND MORE people turn to the Want Ads everyday to find things.

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