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JjzM'-rS... nMMfcn,M - ,1 n ,-nr ill, i t in m i'i i " firn IS m '' iil'tftfeW w,ii!aikm4 ; A discussion of ihe problems of Oregon Indians which are arising due to the govern ment's decision to terminate federal supervis ion featured the annual World Prayer day of Medford Council of Church Women. Speaker for the meeting was Hiroto Zackoji (at left, above), employee of the Oregon State Board of Higher Education, and he brought as guests Mrs. Helen Malone, Modoc Indian, and Finley ' Barney, Klamath. Mr. Zackoji is working out a vocational and educational program for the Indians, and both Mrs. Malone and Mr. Bar ney are attending Oregon Technical institute under the new program. Mr. Barney, enrolled in commercial art, here displays some of the work he exhibited at ihe meeting of local church women. (Brainerd photo) : Problems of Oregon Indians Topic For Churchwoman's Annual Session The problems of the Klamath Indians are not just "Indian problem?" but "our problems" according to Hiroto Zackoji, em ploys:? of the Oregon -State BcJard of Education who spoke for Medford Council of 'Church Women during the annual ob servance of World Day of Pray er. Mr. Zackoji s, topic was "The Life and Culture of the Klamath Indians." The speaker is at present working on a guidance plan to help young Indian adults in vo cational and educational pro grams designed to fit them bet ter for competing for jobs in the nation's complex society. The program grew out of the con gressional action which removes the Indians from federal control. Mr. Zackoji was accompanied to Medford by Finley Barney, Klamath Indian, and Mrs. Helen Malone, Modoc, who are study ing at Oregon Technical Insti tute under the new program. Mr. Barney is enrolled in commer cial art, and Mrs. Malone in a medical technician's "c To iff s e. They were introduced and spoke briefly. In his address here Mr. Zack oji gave a brief .history of the Klamath Indians and pointed out some of the conditions of reservation life " which resulted in their unfitness for competing in a normal society. He said that the Treaty of .1864 had ended the simple communal life which the Indians had led previously, and imposed "civilization." - The speaker said that reserva tion life and the dominance of the Indian Agency broke apart the family unit, "exploited the children and sent them to board ing school to alienate them from their own culture and made them dependent upon the Agen- cy. Even more drastic changes were brought about with the in troduction of the timber indus try to the Klamath basin about 1913, the speaker said. He de scribed the passing of the fron tier life, introduction of more ex tensive - agriculture, passing of lands into hands of ,the whites, the immense wealth which ac crued to some Indians because of their timber holdings and the de velopment of political factions among the Indians! "There was . no absorption of the; Christian faith that missions presented," the speaker said. "All units of family and tribe were discredited, and depend ence upon the government was encouraged. There was no real acceptance of new standards. Against this background we can now see the real problem." The educational department employee then briefed his audi ence on the law which termin ates federal supervision over the Klamath Indian people and their property, pointing out . that un der the. law the liquidation of Indian property , must be com pleted by August 1958. Indians who wish ,to leave the Reserva tion may have their communal holdings sold and be given the cash; for those wishing to stay! on, the Department of the Inte rior will form an incorporation. "The Oregon State Department of Education has entered into a contract with the Indian Com mission in order to offer educa tional opportunities at OTI," the speaker explaine d. ''Though they came with insecurity; the record shows that they are ca pable of doing excellent work. At OTI their grades are all above average." . ; ; "We must not conceive of this as an Indian problem' he con cluded. "It is our problem. It was created by our -apathy. We here today share the responsi bility for the situation. We should be aware of the long-time needs of the Klamath Indian peo ple outside and those inside the Reservation. These are the prob lems of helping them gain self respect and of becoming inte grated in the affairs of the com-1 munity." During the question period Mr. Zackoji pointed out that government relocation authori ties will find jobs outside the Reservation for some Indians, but that this is limited, and com munity cooperation needed. He urged the establishment of job finding and job-placement com mittees in churches, .service clubs and business men's groups. He said a "neighborly hand" will be needed to help solve the real problem of transition from Reservation life to urban life He suggested exchange visits of children between homes, and said there is a need for foster homes for Indian children. He urged the greatest caution in order that; conflicts between groups of Indian people may not be intensified. The World Prayer day pro gram for church women was ar ranged by a committee headed by Mrs. George S. Johnstone. Mrs". J. Claude Sparks, council president, introduced the speak er and special music was pro vided by an interdenominational choir. . .: . The program for, 'the worship service came this year from Christian leaders,. P b. o e n i x, Ariz., a school which' receives part of the World Day of Prayer offering each year. The theme was "One Flock One- Shepherd." Sorority Holds Costume Party At Walker Home ' Alpha Beta chapter, Beta Sig ma Pbi sorority held its annual Valentine party February 16 at the home of Miss Jacqueline Walker, 2329 Kings highway. The theme of the party was "Secret Desires" and ;t members and guests wore : appropriate costumes Mrs. Robert Vincent was selected "Miss .Secret De sire of 1956" as having the out standing costume. . She was crowned with a silver and red crown and was presented with a huge red candy sucker as her scepter. Mrs. Vincent was at tired m a "Miss France" bathing beauty costume. - ' Miss Rita Cardona, costumed as a movie queen and Mrs. Fred erick Kruggel, Jr., wearing a Ziqgfield Follies chorus girl costume, tied for- second .and third place for outstanding cos tumes. ' , , Special entertainment of the evening were several songs sung by Miss Virginia Larson, Miss Carol Wikstrom, Miss Mary Dur ham and Miss Lizbeth Shields. Mrs. David Segur, Oakland, Calif., was also a guest at the party. Mrs. Segur, nee Marie Laird, was formerly a member of the local Nu Phi Mu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority. Miss Joan Pence, new pledge of Alpha Beta chapter, announc ed her engagement ; and ap proaching marriage, by , passing the traditional box of chocolates to her sorority sisters. Valentines and handkerchiefs were exchanged between secret sisters in the sorority. Red and white hearts, red roses, candles and cupids were used as decora tions. Various games were play ed by those attending. . Refreshments were served by the hostess, and Mrs. Oris Goble. HIGH BACK CHAIRS Chicago. U.R) One furni ture company introduced a new line of high back chairs at the recent home furnishings market because it discovered that wom en have been asking for some thing to rest their heads against. Modern furniture, the company said, has been too low to meet that need., ' ; . ' IV- ' . r DECORATION NOTE , New Haven, Conn. (U.R) Yale Freshman Robert Walsh of Malverne, N. Y., has in his room a collection - of 252 beer cans, each of a different brand. Emp ties, of course. Friendship Club Installs Officers Gold Hill Amethyst Rebekah Friendship club officers were installed February 20 in a meet ing at the home of Mrs. Delos Walker. Mrs. John Cogswell is the retiring president and ! was installing officer. Mrs. Paul Mol- loy .is the new president. Mrs. Don Morrow was instal led vice-president; Mrs. Walker, treasurer, and Mrs. Clyde Kell, secretary. Each was 1 presented a corsage. ' ' Mrs. Morrow "and Mrs. Blanche Merriman won prizes. Next meeting . will be at the home of Mrs. Clarence Parsley. Refreshments were served by the hostess. DAV Juniors Juniors Meet ' The Junior Disabled Ameri can Veterans auxiliary met Sat urday at the home of Mrs. Har vey Cassman, Central Point. Donna Thompson, Judy Guss and Sharon Simmons gave stor ies about the life of Abraham Lincoln. Gloria Thomps6n and Jacqueline George talked about George Washington. Done Grissom told about Thomas Edison's life1. '. Refreshments were served by Dorie and Sally Grissom. Donna Thompson, ' Reporter. - 4 , Dessert Luncheon Planned by Club v Fidelity club, women plan a dessert luncheon at 1:15 p.m., Wednesday, February 29 at the home of Mrs. E. E. Cuffel, 909 South Central avenue. I Spring MILLJNERY Caravan I I l ' r' of Famous Designers hn v . - ltSi &&f 3 Days nIy H iTF I Sketched- , - ax -if H (ml PHIL STRANN -i;;,B'- " f M Wff ORIGINAL , fcj V;:' -") MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY - February 27-28-29 Mildred Jefferis, our California Millinery Consultant, invites you to preview the exciting Spring HAT FASHIONS selected from the most outstanding designers. Do come in and let Mrs. Jefferis help you select your new hat. Remember, this showing will . only be at Burelson's three daysl Main and Bartlett Sts. . Phone 2-6428 Sunday, February 26, 1956 MEDFORD (OREGON) MAIL TRIBUNE FIVE Auxiliary Given President s Key A traveling key from the pres ident of the Association of La dies' a u x il i a r i e s, Patriarchs Militant, was received at a meet ing February 17 of the auxiliary to aisiuyou canton of Medford. The meeting was held in. Odd Fellows, hall. , . The key will be ' taken to Grants Pass t auxiliarv bv the local group. I r -- ' A dinner preceded the recent meeting and joint meetings with the canton are ; being planned for the near future. Alpha Beta chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority held the annual "secret desire" costume party recently and Mrs. Robert Vincent (center) was voted "Miss Secret Desire of 1956." Mrs. Vincent's costume represented a "bathing beauty" and the banner she wore read "Miss France." Miss Rita Cardona (at left) costumed as a movie queen and Mrs. Frederick Kruggel Jr., wearing a Ziegfeld Follies chorus girl costume, tied for second and third places in ihe costume contest. (Brainerd photo) 1 Ceremony of Candles Symbolizes Prayer For Shipmates Class A large group from Ship mates class of First Methodist church recently held a potluck dinner in the church dining hall with a program following. The Lord's Prayer was por trayed by the lighting of 13 col ored candles, and repeating the prayer. Leading the ceremony was Mrs. : Bernice Kunzman, and 12 other women. Olaf Sever son then sang the prayer, ac companied at the piano by Mrs. Ben Schmidt. Rector to Speak For Church Guild 1 St. Mark's Evening guild members will hear the Rev. George-' R. V. Bolster, rector of the church, at a meeting Mon day, February 27 at 8 p.m., in the. Parish house. . Hostesses will be Mrs.. Fred J. Carr, Mrs. William E. Duhaime and Mrs. Paul C. Chinn. i Magazine Article Reviewed for Club Butte Falls "Lazy Man's Lode," an article from the March issue of the magazine. "Popular Gardening," by Ruth Stout, was reviewed by Mrs. Harry Dalton at a meeting last week of the Butte Falls Fed erated Garden club. Mrs. Fred Kincaid was hostess. The article concerns the grow ing of vegetables and flowers without the work of spading by gradually increasing mulch; to eight inches deep. The writer, who is 71, has confounded ex perts, according to Mrs. Dalton's review. ' Becuse of inclement weather a Friday night banquet was can celled. Mrs. H. J. Arnold, president, conducted the business sesssion, and Mrs. Ernest Smith reported that she completed a mission of decorating Camp White chapel for which Mrs. E. W. Abbott supplied plants from her green house. , " Noon Prayer Time Planned by Group The monthly noon prayer and fellowship time for Christian, Business and Professional Wom en will be held Monday, Febru ary 27, from 11:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m. in the annex of the First Baptist church, North Central at Fifth street Those de siring to come may attend any time during these hours and bring a sack lunch. Coffees will be served by Mrs. Gertrude Neff, prayer chaij-man. I The dLiner meeting for the group will be held Monday, March 5. FEiEE lEOTHi Medford Senior High Sunday Afternoon February 26 at 3 P.M. "Christian Science: The Transforming Power of Truth" By Mary Wellington Gale, C. S. B. of San Francisco, California Member of the Board of Lectureship of The . -.' Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, ' Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts. First Church of Christ, Scientist, Medford, invites you to come to this lecture and hear how you can solve problems in your home and business, unemployment, and sickness. EVERYONE IS WELCOME -P Starting Monday, Feb. 27 y 1 hru Saturday, Mar. 5 0 (me ONCE-A-YEAR SAVINGS ON FLAWLESS-FITTING mm LEG-SIZE STOCKINGS FULLY FASHIONED AND SEAMLESS Take advantage of this once-a-year special selling to become acquainted with perfect-fitting Belle-Sharmeer Leg-Size Stockings. Choose from a complete range of - styles in the season's loveliest shades, but choose now while there's money to be saved! YOUR CHARGE ACCOUNT INVITED. BREV (purple edge) or slender or smell legs. SixesStelOVi MODITE (green ed(;e) for average size legs. Sizes 8 to 11 DUCHESS (red edge) for tall, larger legs. Sizes 9tt to 11 : Reg. 1.95 a pair 1.66 3 PAIRS 4.90 Luxury Sheen Dress Sheers ' 5 . 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