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About Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989 | View Entire Issue (June 9, 1957)
IPoiponrri A great many thir,z can happen in one week. Potpourri had fun on a tour of homes and gardens: enjoyed one whole evening and another afternoon in the comfortable companionship of good friends; learned that giant puff balls are not only edible but truly delicious as well; called on the neighbors to see the new baby, and remembered how long it had been since we'd held a tiny girl: marveled over the miracle of flowers at the Medford Rose society's annual show: and thoroughly enjoyed three surprises two gifts and the sight of a picture of pappy's distinguished brother-in-law on the cover of this week's issue of Time magazine. The giant puff balls were really a surprise, too. Pappy and potpourri found them growing on the wood lot last Sunday two very large ones and two or three smaller. Pappy picked a couple after taking colored pictures, and Monday we took them up to have Freda and Fred Lawrence "appraise " them. The enthusiastic Lawrences produced in short order a book which exactly des cribed the interesting growths known as "Calvatia gigantea," cales to weigh them, and a big knife. The large puff ball weighed about 8 pounds, and when cut open turned out to be a beautiful pura white inside and resembling a big hunk of cream cheese. The two of us also took time to examine Mr. Lawrence's amaz ing collection of hand-drawn hand-painted pictures of mushrooms found in southern Oregon. Several years ago the Lawrences began a scientific and systematic study of mycology, and last fall when Dr. A. H. Smith, the noted mycologist and author was in southern Oregon to collect specimens and take photographs, he encouraged the Medford man to publish his work. After returning home pappy, acting under the Lawrence's in utructions, peeled one half of the largest puff ball (the small one turned out to be riddled with bugs and decay) and cut it into slices bout an inch thick. At mealtime these were dipped in batter and then in bread crumbs and cooked gently in oil for about 25 minutes. They were excellent eating, and the obituary which our news room pals had so kindly offered to write, will have to wait for a time. Lest week we also experimented with the business of putting frhly cut flowers into hot water, instead of cool or cold. We first learned of this trick from PH of the news room, and later read It in a booklet put out by the Central Point Garden club And it works at least on roses. We not only found that freshly r- cut rosej last longer if put into hot water, but wilted ones some tim can be revived by this treatment. TUe garden club booklet explains it this way: 'The secret of modern flower care is water hot water 100 to 110 degrees. There are other things you can do. such as to add a cut flower preparation to the water, and we find that this is an effective way to prolong flower life, but above all else, hot water seems to hold the key to many cut flower problems. ' Flowers should be 'hardened' in water before they go into an arrangement. By hardening is meant the process of putting flower C litems in warm water and then letting them sit in a cool place until the stems are completely filled with moisture, not less than tw hours. Cut flower stems with a sharp knife on a slant, so that there is more cell area exposed to take water, and also so that the stem cannot sit flat on the bottom of the vase. It is wise, gen erally, to remove leaves that would be below the water level, though some rose experts say not to do so on roses. Roses are benefited by skinning off some of . the bark from the lower inch, or so of stem." We hope that the story in Time about Dr. Henry Townley Heald will be widely read. For the influence of the powerful and wealthy Ford Foundation has the most far-reaching effects, not only in this nation but in others. The Time story is not devoted en tirely to Dr. Heald, who became the new president last fall, but also goes into the history and background of not only the Ford, but other foundations. And if there are those who distrust the in fluence of such organizations and their gifts of large sums of money, the article may serve to dispel some of these fears. The Time writer points out that the foundation isn't merely "a large body of money completely surrounded by people who want some" but actually one of the most important educational bodies in the nation. When the foundation did a thorough job of re-examination of its purposes a few years ago, the men who produced a 22-volume report on this said it should not concen trate on the sciences, where other foundations were already at work, but should move into five broad areas, namely "world peace and understanding, democratic institutions, education, eco nomic well being and research in man's behavior." According to Time. Ford Foundation has poured "millions into Eastern Europe, the Near East and Asia." In India it has snent $19 million on a vast network of community projects, conferences, training centers and publications. At home the Foundation has given money to such concerns as the Institute for International Education and the American Coun cil of Learned Societies. According to Time, it has spent S8.000, 000 on educational TV, and SI. 725. 000 on 30 university presses; it has given $20 mililon to set up the National Merit Scholarship corporation which is helping to educate the cream of the crop among students, and has apportioned another few millions to the Council on Library Resources in an effort to Improve library procedures and Inter-library cooperation. The philosophy behind the Ford Foundation's endeavors to benefit mankind were explained in part not long ago by Dr. Heald when he delivered an address in Chicago. Dr. Heald said that "The most important effect of the grants (to colleges to raise the salaries pf faculty members) was to call attention dramatically to the problem and thus encourage others to help solve it ... In no case, however, will our expenditure alone be sufficient to eliminate the national problems we single out for attention. "We view this fact neither as frustrating nor as unfortunate, for foundations do not assume their role to be that of saviors of society. Organized philathrophy simply tries to call attention to things that need doing, in such a way as to encourage and stimu late a response from the unorganized philanthropists, the citizens of America." In this same speech Dr. Heald announced a grant of $500,000 for a program in Eastern Europe, specifically for projects related 5t Poland. He explained that this was in line with the Founda tion's program to promote international understanding saying "we have the conviction that in the development of international understanding there is a proper and vital role for private institu tions, including private philanthropy." "In the past the Foundation has made grants In an effort to advance the knowledge of American scholars of Soviet Russia and of the countries of Eastern Europe . . The program for Poland, however, is the first the Foundation has made directly for an ast Suropean country." Basically, the grant will enable Polish acholars, scientists, writers, architects and others to estab lish or renew contacts with Western colleagues and to gain knowl edge of Western developments." Of this, program Dr. Heald said "We are convinced that the Western countries have nothing to fear from intellectual and scholarly contacts with individuals from the Communist-domi-rtated aphere. We are confident that philosophically and practical ly, the exponents of democracy and of a free society carry the future With them." O S. Change - Over Session Held By Board Retiring and new members of the executive board of Med ford branch, American Associa tion of University Women, held a "change-over" meeting at the home of Mrs. A. J. Johannson, 2131 Dellwood avenue, Wednes day morning. Mrs. Johnson is the new branch president, having been installed at a recent dinner meet ing. Other officers are Mrs. Harry Chipman, first vice-president; Mrs. Roy C. Elmgren, sec ond vice-president; Mrs. Lester Stinson. secretary, and Mrs. John Carnegie, treasurer. New board members and the committees they will head are Mrs. Jeffrey Shute, art; Mrs. William McLaren, courtesy; Mrs. H. B. Collins, education; Mrs. Elliott L. Harlow, fellowship luncheon; Mrs. L. J. Smith, fel lowship play; Mrs. W. E. Hersh er, historian; Mrs. John Strong, hospitality; Mrs. Justin Smith, international relations; Mrs. Fred E. Rankin, legislative; Mrs. Chip man, membership. Mrs. Kenneth Johnson, pro gram; Miss Anna May, publicity; Mrs. C. B. Collins, radio and Start Saving Now For Wedding Next June is Ba nker's Advice Sunday, June 9, 1957 New York A June wedding, traditionally the fanciest as well as the most romantic, can cost quite a bit of money and some one has to foot the bill. About all it really takes to get married of course is a license. Most weddings, however, regard less of the date, cost so much that even though you're heading for a wedding as far ahead as June of next year, it may be a good idea for you to get started now on your financial prepara tions for the big event, according to the family-finance experts of the American Banking association. TV; Mrs. George Johns, recent graduates; Miss Geraldine Jer ome, social studies; Mrs. Ronald Cordon, status of women; Mrs. Elmgren. study group coordin ator; Mrs. Charles Freeman, telephone, and Mrs. Joe Dugan, civil defense. Advisors to the board are Mrs. Emerson Anderson and Mrs. Francis Willett, past presidents. It was announced that general meetings would be held on the first Wednesday of each month, starting in October with the an nual membership tea to be held in September. Since wedding costs are usual ly shared, it's important for everyone involved to know who's responsible for what, and to have some idea of the amount of mon ey to be set aside in order to avoid any last-minute embarrass ment. The bride's family, customar ily, bears the largest share of the expense. Specifically, it is re sponsible for the invitations and announcements: clothes for the bride, bridegroom's ring if he is to get one (there's a trend in this direction); gifts and corsages for the bridesmaids: church expenses of organist, soloist, sexton: re ception refreshments and flow ers: and photographs. The bridegroom's family, as its contribution, takes care of the bride's rings; clothes for the bridegroom; gifts for attendants; flowers for the bride and for both mothers and grandmothers; bou tonnieres for the men. marriage license; and gift for the clergy man. While there's no limit to what can be spent on a wedding, here are a few average costs as re ported by the family-finance ex perts of the American Bankers' association. A "small" church wedding. MEDFORD (OREGON) MAIL TRIBUNE SEVZN limited to the immediate family, with home reception, costs the brides' family about $200, the bridegroom's family S50. An "average" church wedding, with reception at the church for about 150 guests, costs the bride's family about $750, the bridegroom's $200. The deluxe affair, with recep tion at hotel or country club and virtually an unlimited number of guests, will cost the bride's family at least S300O (more, of course, if it gets very elaborate) and $500 for the bridegroom's. When it comes to the honey moon, the financing of course is up to the bridegroom, and as with the wedding, the amount spent can be as little or as much as one desires. The bride, though, must also figure on some ex penses incidental to the honey moon such as the cost of new luggage and special clothes she may need for travel or resort wear. Smart couples, it should be added, carry their financial planning well beyond the wed ding and honeymoon. Instead of spending all their money at once, they recognize the need of get ting a good start on their savings for such things as home furnish ings, appliances, down payment on a new home and a visit from the stork! Medford Beauticians Announce Meeting Medford Unit of Oregon's Beautican's associaton will hold the last business meeting before the summer vacation Monday, June 10, at 8 p.m. The meeting will be a no-host dinner at Henry's Broiler, 1206 North Riverside avenue. During the summer only work shop meetings will be held. Claudia Hutton Perry is Back in Medford and INVITES Her OLD FRIENDS & CUSTOMERS to come in OPERATORS Margaret Smith Ann May Bath Band Elaine McNeill and t&V Permarnnts That Satiify Specialists in Hair Cutting Shaping, Styling and Waving at EAST SIDE BEAUTY SALON MARY KERR, owner and operator 10 Almond St. Phone SP 3-2910 YkTh Simmer Out of Summer and be a good-natured anctl. It's so aty with -:nce Matchabelh's Summer Shower Cologne. For this instant refresher is as cooling as a good sailing breeze or a ride in a fasf sports car. It s mide for the girl ho enjovs looking and be ing cool and collected no matter how torrid the weather. Just soiash itior and fraqra-t coolness carries vouf ga ly thrcuch the day or eve ning. Ccme mto Hudson's and let me. Ethel Lockard, show ou why Summer Shower is the idal hot weather Colc-Qne fpr you. SI buvs th harav 4-cz. sue ad 51.65 the giant 8-oz. HUDS0N3 PHARMACY And Mann's has all the answers to your bridal gift problems - showering the happy couple with gifts for their home - gifts they'l I cherish for years because of their beautiful practi cality . . . shown here are just a few of the hundreds of gift ideas from' our famous 'down-stairs store . . . P.S.-our Great June Blanket Sale is still in progress - and blankets make wonderful gifts! 1- Hot-Cold Carafes . . . stunning hand-blown beauties decorated with 14k gold. 8 and 12 cup sizes with warmer candles . . . 5.00 & 6.00 ea. 2- Casseroles-many styles and colors to choose from, brides will love the convenience-complete with warmers 4.98 to 9.98 ea. 3- Lazy Susans-A true household necessity she'll use from that special day forward. In a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, from 5.50 to 10.50. 4- Sunbeam Automatic Saucepan-use it as a saucepan, double broiler, Dutch oven, chafing dish, corn popper, bun warmer, deep fryer-exclusive simmer-safe controlled heat . . . 27.95 up, 5- Sunbeam Coffeemaster or Percolator-the finest vacuum type coffee-, maker or percolator money can buy-assurance of the most delicious coffee every time-automatically! Priced from just. . .27.95. 6- Sunbeam Steam & Dry Iron-featuring lighter weight, simple, quick thumb-tip control, greater overall efficiency. Stainless steel tank holds more water ... 16.95. 7- Sunbeam Automatic Frypans-with controlled heat, easy -to -see fry guide, easy-to-set dial, new water sealed element. Your choice of glass or aluminum covers 3 sizes, square shape holds 20 more. From 19.95 . . . lids are just 3.00 8- Stainless Steel Flatware-smart modern design in imported rich thick gauge contoured stainless with graded edges -complete setting for 12 people ... 100 pieces just 21.50. 9-Brookpark Melmac Dinnerware-Guaranteed for a full year against chipping or breaking this lovely translucent decorated dinnerware will be remembered-it transforms ordinary meals into festive occasions. 2 patterns. Shown: "Fantasy" ... 16 pc. serv. for 4 . . . special . . . 18.95 . . . open stock available. See page 16 for Father's Day gift ideas . . . 2 . 1X1 - 4 8 5f" . ' U o 'lirVi'-MrTHrSii m ill ETHEL LOCKARD 4,1 1 lk U of Hawthorn Park PWa SP 3-J34S
