Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989, January 17, 1961, Image 8

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Newspaper Page Texti Social Events jfj : 1 A f i Washington, D. C. - Mis Pamela Tunura, New York Cily, ha been appointed preji ..rrotarv ol Mri. John F. ; Kennedy, ilrai-ladylo-be. Mi '. Tunute worked tor benaior - Kennedy the pat two year in hii Capitol Hill office, and lo traveled with hU party during the preiidential cam paign, i empiiu.") Calendar Calendar notieea and ',r th. iccloty aection of Th. Mail " Tribune rrnut be ubmilled In writing end deadline tot the Sua Sw edition la 1 pn C D". : line (or the weekly ca endar l i jn of the day of publication Bnd for week day newi Is S PJ" u ' day before publication. ; Tuesday: ' 6:30 p.m. - Craler Lake post : and auxiliary, VFW hall, 42'i r North Front t. " 6:30 p.rn. - Jackson v 1 1 1 e ' Royal Arch Widows and Ore : gon chapter Royal Arch Ma li o n s,,. Jacksonville Masonic '. temple. ". , 7:30 p.m. - Westminster - Presbyterian Women's ,'associ ; ation Esther circle, with Mrs. ; Howard Miller, 2000 Wood- lawn dr. : 7:30 p.m.-Chapter BE, PEO sisterhood, home ol Mrs. W. E. Hercheri 1608 Stratford way. ; 'i 8 p.rn, - Zion L u t hera n ' church circle: Mary, with Mrs. Owen Kunkle, 1411 East Mc ; Andrews rd. . ' Wadneidayi : 10 a.m. - Zlon Lutheran church circle: Lydia, with : Mrs. H. C. Coovert, 220 North .. Oakdale ave. : 11 a.m. - Townsend Har- mony auxiliary club, Walker's J Dreamland, 415Mi East Main : at. 12 noon - Reames Social club, Medford Masonic tern I pic. 12:30 p.m. - Chapter CG of PEO Sisterhood, home of Mrs E. L. Bartholomew, 2635 Hill crest rd. 12:30 p.m. - Chapter CP of PEO Sisterhood, home of Mrs. GcoiEe Roseberry. 3310 Hoi- lywood ave. ' 1 p.m. - Phoenix Grange t-Home Economics club, Mrs. Alfred Schroeder. 1 p.m. T Jackson Council of Parent Teacher associations, Central Point Grange hall. ' 1 p.m. - Nevlta Past Ma t Irons, home of Mrs. Mary Note, 32 Hamilton st. " t 1:30 p.m. -' Contemporary i Book club, home of Mrs. Rob- ' ert Sleclcr, 30 South Berkeley Way. I To Install : Elta Deuel Hubbs lent Daughters of Union Veterans, 'will Install new officers at a i meeting set for Wednesday January 18, at 1 p.m. at Santo hall on North Columbus ave nue. . In Ashland Ashland - Dr. and Mis. J Gardner and Utile daughter Anna, Myrtle Point, Ore were recent visitors In Ash 's land. Dr. Gardner, who form' ; erly practiced in Ashland, is now with the Myrtle Polnl . medical clinic. "HI, I'm Richard Steele and I'm Inviting you to attend our Open House Party, Friday. January 20th, celebrating t h e merger of The Rogue Valley Stare Bank Medford end The Oregon Bank Portland Walch for your Treasure Chest key In the mail." Rogue Valley Branch 1 109 Court Street East Medford Branch 701 Et Jackson r IA IffTt efiM"' taaaalaawaW TUESDAY. JANUARY 17, 1961 Employment At Altrusa-Sponsored Meeting How an older woman can find employment, and keep it, was discussed by a panel of speakers at a dinner meeting of Medford Aitrusa club held Thursday night at North's Chuck Wagon. Aid to older women needing employment has been a continuing proj ect of Aitrusa club, both on a local and national basis, for several years. Miss Dana Platz, who oper ates an employment agency in Medford, said that while finding work for an older woman is a definite problem, clear thinking on the matter is obscured by many "glitter ing generalities." These are based on a grain of truth and fact, but have grown out of proportion, she said. Americans like to believe that 'life begins at 40'," said Miss Platz, "but . the grim truth is that life ends at 35, as far as employment goes." The speaker said that while obviously many older persons do find employment, it is also true that when an employer calls an agency, he almost al ways asks for a young person. The speaker gave a list of employment age brackets, which she said are based on national thinking. When an employer asks for a "young" person, he means someone be tween 17 and 22 years of Speaker Urges Changes In Free Election System The Republican party might do well to change its name, and certainly should work to improve Ihe nation s free elec tion system according to Peter Gunnar, Salem, chairman of the Oregon Republican Cen tral committee told a women's luncheon meeting yesterday. The chairman talked for Jackson County unit of the Oregon Federation of Wom en's Republican clubs at North's Chuck Wagon. Mr. Gunnar said If the party should contemplate changing Its name, he suggested The Freedom Party. The change would help overcome "histor ical disadvantages that plague us," said the speaker, and "more basically, freedom is what our parly and its philos ophy is really about. "We want our government lo be so constructed and to operate in such a manner that each American can freely choose his destiny with full freedom of opportunity and limited only by what In fringes upon the freedom of others. We want all Ameri cans happy, well fed, well clothed, well housed, well ed ucated, healthy and secure, not at the expense of their neighbors but by the free ex ercise of their own abilities and Initiatives In a free so ciety under a system of free enterprise." Improve Election! Mr. Gunnar continued by saying that one threat to the nations freedom Is In our own free election system." He stressed that ballots must be shortened, and said that with so many Issues and candidates on the primary ballots, no one could possibly have adequate knowledge of all the candl dates and Issues. He said "the first and most logical step In this process would be to take the election of convention delegates and party officials off the primary ballots and have them elected by a parly convention. He said Ihe next slop would be Ihe adoption of the "most modern nominating process that of (he Connecticut pre primary convention called (he challenge primary system This would result In better candidates more responsible lo the party, he declared Mr. Gunnar also advocated a study of the governmental processes by the legislature, and said a start was being made this session under Gov. Murk Hatfield. "Responsibil ity for governmental acts must lie clearly with some official who can be removed either by Ihe people at the polls or by some higher offi cial eleeled by the people," the speaker said. Strenet Home Rule The GOP chairman said that the same problems exists In county government, and "each of us should take a great Interest in the adoption of county home rule." He outlined as the third threat to freedom the fact that money "Is one of the greatest political powers." He spoke of the high cost of campaigns, said thousands of citizens in Oregon arc making forced po litical contributions and have no choice In the use of the money. "No free American should be forced lo contribute for political purposes," Mr. Gunnar argued, and added that the legislature should pass an amendment to the Corrupt Practices Act niakinit 4 mayet mmmm- n.iiilw Women's News Problems Discussed age, she said. If he thinks In terms of an "ideal" age, it is 24 to 39; 36 to 45 years is considered "middle' age as far as employment goes, and anything over 45 is "old" age, Miss Platz said. Seven Reaioni The agency director said most employers can give seven reasons why they don't want to hire anyone over 35 years of age. These are: They don't train easily, they can't work under pressure, they can't think fast enough, they can't change their habits and ideas, they haven't enough physical stamina, they don't mix well with other employ ees and they can't be fitted into a retirement program at that age. Miss Platz said that there is a wealth of facts to refute these reasons, but that they continue to exercise great In fluence on employment prac tices. Many older persons can be trained for new work, they can work under pressure, they do think fast, many have great mental agility and survey shows that older women often have better "on the job" rec ords as far as illness goes than younger individuals, she said. However, the retirement programs are one real handi cap, she declared, since they contributions of any kind at or near a person's place of employment or by any check off or deduction program from his salary or wages. Asked during the question period if he had proof thai this was done during the last campaign, he offered a name and place, and detailed the circumstances. Labor unions should be In cluded with corporations as prohibited contributors to po litical campaigns, the speaker declared. The GOP chairman said he believed the "upturn In Dem ocratic registration has reach ed its peak and will now level off while Republican regis trations will once again begin lo rise." He urged party mem bers to work among the young people. A Republican victory at the polls in the 1062 election was forecast by Mr. Gunnar, and he said the party has a back log of "able, intelligent, vigor ous and articulate candidates, both 1 n and out of office, which can be drawn upon in 1062 and 1064." At one point he mentioned Governor Hatfield's "massive reorganization program which the Democrats praise and sup port." He praised Republican women for their work during the 1060 campaign. Mrs. E. A. Lltlrell presid ed over the luncheon, which attracted more than 90 men and women, and Mrs. Edward Sickels Introduced Mr. Gun nar. Beef School Announced Jackson County Cow Belles have planned the annual beef cookery school for Thursday, January 28. It will be held at the Red Cross chapter house on Hawthorne street begin, nlng at 1:30 p.m. Mrs. Beverly Lyons, home economist for Ihe California- Oregon Power company, will give the lesson. Various ways of preparing and cooking dif ferent cuts of beef will be demonstrated, with emphasis on "budget conscious meals. The school has attracted much attention in past years. II Is open to the public with out charge. Women attending will have an opportunity to sample the completed dishes, and prizes will be given, Refreshments will be. served by Ihe Cow Belles. Groups Hold Dinner Session The Southern Oregon Ostco pathlc society and auxiliary met for a no-host dinner on Tuesday night at North's Chuck Wagon. Plans were made to supply toys and games for young patients at Crater Osteopathic hospital and also to provide gift boxes for mothers of new babies. It was reported thai Dr. and Mrs. J. Scott Heatherlngton Oregon City, formerly of Med ford, will attend Ihe national auxiliary mld-winler conven tion January 23-26 In Miami, Flnric Florida. Both will be dele- are planned to start when an employee is young. Miss Platz believes that "It all depends on the individual" and that employers are wrong not to at least interview older persons when they need work ers. "The problem of age must be conquered by each work er," she declared. She spoke concerning the bill which was passed by the last Oregon legislature and which forbids an employer to refuse work to anyone be cause of age. At first, the law was the object of much atten tion, she said, but it proved unenforceable and is now be lng largely ignored. "You can't make an employer hire someone if he doesn't wish to do so," she said. She added that the law had accom plished one good-it at least opens up an interview during which the person seeking work has a chance to impress a prospective employer. . Miss Platz, seeking an an swer to the problem ol era ploying older persons said, "You can't legislate social re form; it must be brought about by a change in think ing." Miss Frances Clink, chief nurse with the Jackson Coun ty Public Health department, concurred with Miss Platz in the belief that generalities are clouding the true picture and that each individual must be considered separately. She asked "What would happen to business and industry in America if all those over 35 went home because they are too old to be good employees?" She said the worker who reaches 45 must condition her self for "age shocks," try to keep her physical condition good and her mind alert. 'Have many interests," she counseled, "and keep your self well-groomed." Miss Clink said that sur veys have shown that while employers demand the young workers, these "often fall far short in performance." She added that many firms report that older workers are more dependable than the younger ones." She warned that older persons going into the busi ness world for the first time, and particularly those who have done much volunteer work, must remember "that they are just staff and not ex ecutives. Trie public heallh nurse pointed out that from the standpoint of the community and government, "tne earn ings of the older worker are needed; the nation needs those who will produce tax money and not be a drain on the pub lic economy."' Nursing Field Open Miss Lotus Eaton, an indus trial nurse, and Mrs. Bertha Morrill, instructor for the school for practical nurses in Jackson county, pointed out that the field of practical nurs ing solves the employment problem for many older wom en. The local school takes women between the ages of 17 and 51. Mrs. Morrill explained the scope of the course, said all the women in the first class, graduated last fall, had passed their slate tests, including all those in the upper age brack et; all but one arc now work ing. The Instructor praised At truss, a classified service club for business and professional women, for Its Interest In the problems of older women and recalled that the club had fi nancially assisted one of the women in the 1060 nursing class. During a question period Mrs. Myrna Frink. public school principal, said "there is great respect for the older teacher" in that profession and added thai some of the teachers in their silxies "are the best in the field." In concluding, Miss Platz said "We're all guilty of gen eralities in the problem of the older worker." It was stressed that the public attitude must be changed. Older persons seeking em ployment, particularly those who have been out of (he busi ness and industrial world for a number of years, must be helped lo adjust, must be re trained and must have their confidence restored, It was pointed out. This must be the job of the employer, the com munity, friends and relatives. Mrs. Bereth Hopkins, mod erator for the panel and dis cussion, said the problem of the older worker warrants the continued, best attention of everyone. Mrs. Virginia Sher wood, president, presided. Other guests Included Mrs. Elsa Walker. Mrs. Stephen G. Nye, Miss Voda Brower and Mrs. Ethel Tennanl of Med ford Business and Profession al Women's club; Mrs. Eloise W I n k c 1 b 1 c c k. Miss Hazel Swayne and Mrs. Tennanl of Medford Zonta club; Mis. Mary Llndrolh, Mrs. Vivian Pasmore, Miss Claire llanlcy. Mrs. Mary Vanderlln, chief of nurses at Rogue Valley hospi tal and Mrs. Olive Starcher kef TUm ilsiiXoid Mall Tribune. MEDFORD MAIL TRIBUNE. MEDFORD, ORE. Classic Folk By Philharmonic Society Hansel and Gretel," a long time favorite classic folk tale, was brought alive for children of the Rogue Valley over the week end. Several hundred children and young people, as well as ifiany adults, saw and enjoyed the performances staged by the Philharmonic Society of Southern Oregon at Medford High school audi torium Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. The Sunday afternoon au dience was much the largest, which is probably just as well, since Saturday's performance was somewhat ragged. The vocalists who per formed fully deserved the ap plause they won from both audiences. Sylvia DeVoss, who lives at Talent, sang the role of Gretel and Lois Utterback, who came up from California, was Hansel. Both have fine, well-trained voices which blended beautifully and both have enough acting ability and stage presence to give a pleasing performance. Sue Boe. Grants Pass, an other accomplished vocalist, appeared as the mother and Maynard Hadley, Medford, was the father. Mr. Hadley uses his rich voice to good advantage, and projects his warm personality from the slaee. Violet Hunter sang the unsvmDathetic role of the witch, and brought an appre ciative reaction from the young in the audience when she went "flying" around the stage on her broomstick. Din ana Hunter was the Sandman, and Julie Gandt the Dewman. Colleen Hope trained 14 voung girls to dance the angel scene, and these favorably im pressed the audience. They were appropriately clad, their costumes of white gauze be ing completed with little wings and glittery halos. A group of McLoughlin Jun ior High school girls, trained by Ray Lewis, were the chil dren's chorus for the final scene. The setting, while simple, was good and the third scene was especially colorful. The SOC Professor To Head Panel Dr. Arthur Kreisman, di rector of General Studies, Southern Oregon college, will be moderator of a panel speak ing on "Juvenile Problems" at a meeting of McLoughlin Parent-Teacher association Thurs day. January 19. at 7:30 p.m. In the boys' gymnasium at the school. Other members of Ihe panel will be Jackson County Cir cuit Judge Edward C. Kelly; Medford Chief of Police Charles P. Champlin; Dr. Har old Cloer. director of guidance services, Southern Oregon col lege; and Mrs. Owen A. Kun kel, Medford, who is vice-pres ident of Region VI, Oregon Congress of Parents and Teachers and chairman of the Jackson County PTA coun cil's juvenile protection com mittee. A short business meeting immediately preceding the oroeram will be conducted by Mrs. Richard Mclum, presi dent. On the agenda will be the election of a nominating committee. Refreshments will be served in the cafeteria at the close of the meeting. For Niaht Owls New York - lUM - Midnight nnnr-h mnkes a hit in cold winter weather. To two quarts of apple Uiice add one-half cup of hrnwn suciir. one-fourth tea spoon each of nutmeg and salt, one teaspoon of allspice and two teaspoons of cinnamon. Bring lo a boil, cover and simmer 15 minutes, bcrvc not in six ounce mugs. Garnish with thin slices of orange Serves 10 to 12. Pharmacy Phacts From GENE WESTLAND Is ooi no to sleep becoming problem tor you? If this is tne case, Mn c.in be on the way ,or you. Many people are troubled with insomnia because thev are unable to shake otf worry apprche nsion or anxiety. Others find sleep almost impossible because they are unable to ' relax their tense muscles. We now have new medi cations which will produce fast and refreshing sleep. Some of these products contain mild drugs which can help to release you from your anxiety or apprehension, Others aid in Ihe muscle relaxing process, If you are one of the many who has a persistent problem in getting sufficient refreshing sleep, plea;e see your doctor for complete d'ag nonis and treatment You think you've thought of everything before your new baby comes, but always there is some thing that has been overlooked . . or a chanae in plans made. At McLam's Drug Centre, 8 North Central, Medford, we're always glad to help you fmxf unfannlia tem$ and talk oer their uses with you. adv. Opera Given witch's home really looked enticing enough to eat, par ticularly the ice cream cone which served as a chimney. The setting had been designed and made by Mrs. Dean Smith and Vern Goodrich. Richard D. Werner was musical director for the opera, and Bruno Pellegrini was re hearsal coach. Mrs. Werner was stage director This reviewer attended the Saturday night performance and afterwards a member of the Philharmonic society said to us "Be charitable in your review. You cannot imagine the difficulties and troubles under which the last rehearsal and this performance were held. It will be smoother to morrow." We understand thai it was, indeed, better on Sun day. We heard several in the audience remark that the or chestra was much too heavy and overpowering for the singers; that such productions, somehow, must have more rehearsal lime if they are to be a real credit to the Phil harmonic. Regardless of the quality of the performances last week end, this reviewer does hon estly believe that the valley is fortunate in having music ians capable of presenting the Humperdinck opera. As we have pointed out in the past, the musicians and others who work with and for the Phil harmonic society do so out of a sense of civic duty and for the personal satisfaction they derive. Many are grateful for the music they provide.-O.S. Acme Office Machines 1949 W. Main SP 3-7964 J anmiro me tm vma mwo ' ' Ca ir-vris motorists Srand feme produces Retired Group Hears Students Eight members of the Mea - ford High school orchestra, riirertpd bv John Drvsdale. performed at a meeting of the Jackson County Ketirea Teachers association January 9. The group met at Girls Community club. H. P. Jewett, retired super intendent of Central Point schools, talked on the prob lems of school administration. Miss Annette Gray gave a short talk based on the movie "One Hundred and One Dal- SHOP MONDAY & FRIDAY 10 TILL 9 Why do you buy Brand Names? Because you trust them. You know that they are consistently good, that they always meet the high standards of quality you've set for yourself and your family. You'll find Brand Name products wher ever you go. No guesswork shopping. Like good friends, they're always there. The Brand Name manufacturer has built a reputation. He must maintain it, so he keeps his standards high, and strives constantly to make his product better. He's always first with new products and ideas. He employs lots of people. He helps balance the economy. You depend on him. He depends on you. Know your brands, and buy the brands you know. You'll find some of them on the pages of this newspaper. A Brand Name is a maker's reputation Brand Names Foundation, Inc., 437 Fifth Ave., New York 16, N. MEDFORD MAIL TRIBUNE .mauons. Appointed to a committee to prepare a nomination slate for new officers of the Ore gon Retired Teachers associa tion were Mrs. J. S. Richard son, Table Rock road; Mrs. Marie Dizney, Medford; and Mrs. Alice Willits, Ashland. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs. S. E. Trent and Mrs. Helen Arnspiger. Mrs. W. E. Holmes was chairman of the social committee, as sisted by Mrs. Inez Ludwick, mat MATERNITY DRESSES Rayons Wools Silks & Cotton Tweeds -l...a. tciygi Daytime Dresses if Some One or a Kind Come Early for Best Selections Sizes 8 to 20 Ashland Woman Home From North Ashland - Mrs. Ben Lom bard, Ridge road, Ashland, has returned from Orcas Island, Wash., where she and her son Kip, a law student at Willamette University, spent the holidays with relatives. Mrs. Lombard lived on Orcas Island as a girl. Miss Gray and Miss Olive Curry. Pouring were Mrs. Glenn Taylor and Mrs. Anna B. Carter. Mrs. Mamie Bloom field is president. Reg. $12.95 to $25 LOOK FOR CONFIDENCE MC MBE R O BRAND, NAMES FOUNDATION, INC, SATISFACTION, A J 0 8)