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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10. 1963 ft f MEDFORD MAIL TRIBUNE, MEDFORD, OREGON New York Miss Nina Lawson, left above, head of the wig division and chief hair dresser at New York's Metropolitan Opera Company, is shown adjusting a wig for a per former. (UPI pholo) Wigs Play Important Part In Production of Operas By GAY PAULEY ' NEW YORK -(UPI)-Once upon a time there was this tenor and soprano on stage sing ing a love duet from an opera. Suddenly, the extra curls pad ding out the soprano's coiffure began to slop off. A pretty Scottish-born woman In the wings watched benumbed. She had pinned on those curls earlier. But the tenor with a stage presence the girl in the wings hadn't expected casually reach ed up, took the dropping curls and stuck them in his pocket. As far as those on stage knew, the audience didn't know. . Today, recalling that incident, Nina Lawson remarked, "I nev er thought much of him as an actor until then." The performance was Verdi's "Simon Boccanegra" by the Sadler's Wells opera company in London. Miss Lawson at the time was in charge of the com pany's wig department. Now, she heads the wig division of the MetroDolitan Opera Co., which opened its 1963-64 season Monday night. Anything Can Happen She knocks on the nearest wooden head block when asked If she's had any other such crises. "But, she said, "opera singers are getting more actto nnrh season on stage. SO ... " Wins are as much a part of the operatic world as tempera ment, nign u ana nuaon Bins. "Aida." which opened the Metropolitan's season, required 54 wies for soloist and chorus, she said. "Manon," coming up soon, will require 135 full, head covering wigs and 55 hair pieces. Miss Lawson figured that in the 1963-64 season she and her staff will dress, and re-dross, close to 1,500 wigs or partial wigs. The job stnrls literally from the voots. Th-y weave the hair, a few strands at a time, into the wig base, much like doing crochet, until the "scalp" is covered abundantly. They dye, bleach, cut ,dry clean, style and set just as a beauty salon docs. And finally, they help the soloists get Into their head dress, fastening It across the forehead with spirit gum be cause so many of the wigs are swept back from the brow. The sum does not show. The Met, which used to get its wigs from outside sources, opened its own department with Miss Lawson as cniet nairaress er in 1957-58 season. There are four on her staff anothcr haidrcsser, Budapest born Mrs. Charlotte Magyar plus bakeup artists. Yak Hair Often Used The hair of wigs is both human and lower animal, and according to Miss Lawson, the human type is getting scarcer, and costlier, because of the in ternational fad for wigs as a supplement to women's ward robes. Yak hair often is used alone or combined with human. She explained that yak hair is stronger and can better stand bleaching. Miss Lawson is a slim, small woman in her early 30's. She has strawberry blond hair "no, I don't own a wig," blue eyes and a pleasant burr in her voice. Born at Lanarch, between Glasgow and Edinburgh, she graduated from a hairdressers' college in her homeland. She had worked for Sadler's Wells in England and the Stratford Shakespeare Theater in Canada before she joined the met. I asked Miss Lawson if she'd had any problems with opera stars, notably temperamental types. "Not here," she said. "If they get cross with us, who else !o there to do their hair? "I could just make a wig too light the next time." Homemakers Save By Using Prepared Foods, Is Claim CHICAGO (UPI) - Studies of individual convenience foods have shown that items such as frozen concentrated orange juice, canned and frozen peas, and devil's food cake mix save the consumer money as well as time, the Grocery Manulactur ers of America reports. By using such "convenience" foods, American housewives save kitchen work and also about 7 per cent of the money they would otherwise spend to buy the raw ingredients to pre pare the same dishes "from scratch." This study is based on a sur vey ot 158 convenience ioocis released In 1962 by the U.S. De partment of Agriculture. For every $100 spent in gro cery stores for food, $14.03 is spent for what USDA lists as convenience foods. If homemakers purchased the ingredient items needed to pre pare the equivalent foods at home, their cash outlay would be $15.10, USDA said. Accomplishments of UN Reviewed by Civic Club Head and Toe Party Given Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Duce and Mrs. Curtis Neshelm won prizes for the silliest hat and foot wear at the Head or Toe party held recently by the Kiwanian Club. The event, at tended by members and their wives, was held at the Knights of Columbus hall. Table decorations were shoes and boots, ivy and mils sprayed with silver and gold glitter. Large cartoons of feet depict ing nursery rhymes decorated the walls. Mrs. Robert Balk was decorations chairman and Mr. and Mrs. Willinm Slnglcr were in charge of the program. Mrs. Edward Barnctt and Mrs. Adam Richtcr were general chairmen. To Remove Gum . To remove chewing gum from shoe soles, take off as much as possible with a wad of absorb ent cotlon soaked In hot water. Then saturate another with tur pentine anu rub off remainder. Two Books Reviewed ASHLAND-Fortnightly Club members meeting Monday af ternoon at the home of Mrs. John Billings, 1140 Jackson Road, heard two book reviews. One was presented by Mrs. Herbert Specht the other by Mrs. Frances Worth. During the social hour pre ceding the program refresh ments were served from a tea table at which Mrs. It. L. Cros by and Mrs. Forrest Lesher presided. "Is Anybody Happy?" by Nor man Lobscnz was the book Mrs. Specht chose to review. The author takes a long look at American pleasures and is frank in his opinions of modern leisure. "Although Americans of today have more time for relaxation they seem to find little real enjoyment," comments the au thor, who asks the question "Are we missing the point?" Mr. Lobsenz combines wit and wisdom in his analysis of mod ern life in which long weekend holidays find employes and em ployers working hard at enjoy ment that seldom acnieves re laxation. Mrs. Worth read and com mented upon excerpts from Richard Gump's book "Jade, Stone of Heaven," a work by a member of the Gump family of San Francisco. The rare stone has ever been prized in the Orient as having magical attributes and has many legends surrounding its history. The book is a guide for jade collectors who wish to recognize quality and value in the stones they purchase, said Mrs. Worth. ' Hot Bread Topping This cream - cheese - based sweet spread is tops for topping French toast, pancakes, or other hot breads as well as for spread ing on fruit breads, homemade or otherwise. Mash one 3-ounce package cream cheese; mix 1 tablespoon orange juice and teaspoon grated orange peel, freshly grat ed or from a jar. Gradually work in 2'4 cups sifted powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and fluffy. A good way to light the kitch en counter work areas is with a 30-watt fluorescent unit at tached 1H to 22 inches above each work surface. ASHLAND Mrs. Elden Cor. thell, chairman of international relations for the Ashland Wo men's Civic Club, Oregon Fed eration of Women's Clubs, and Mrs. Roy Nye, the state chair man, were speakers Wednesday afternoon at the monthly ses sion held in the clubhouse on Winburn Way. From numerous sources Mrs. Corthell read excerpts from ar ticles in which accomplish ments of the United Nations were stressed and a report by Mrs. G. Mennen Williams in which she analyzed conditions in Africa. According to the speaker, the UN has been effective in the prevention of war in Cuba, the Suez and Korea and has been effective in stemming the tide of Communism, bhe discussed the program of UNICEF as well as that of UNESCO and urged the purchase of books and mate rials offered by the two organ izations. Criticism Noted Mrs. Corthell remarked that in spite of criticism the UN offers an opportunity for blow ing off steam as well as pound ing shoes. She confessed to agreeing with Sen. Wayne Morse when he said "The United States is still pouring money into countries that are now economically stable and pros perous, but we cannot .buy friendship. Essentially all coun tries pursue their own inter ests." "Health and education are prime needs in the new inde pendent nations of Africa," writes the wife of (he assistant secretary of state after travel ing on that continent. The state chairman of inter national relations, Mrs. Nye, continued the program with a talk on the work of the Ameri can Field Service and its im portance in developing better understanding between nations. She told of the student exchange program which has been so suc cessful in this area over recent years and called the young par ticipants "Teen-age Ambassa dors." The AFS was established 16 years ago and now has 2,560 ex change students from 56 coun tries in the United States. Learning of each others cus toms and cultures goes tar to ward influencing good will de clared the speaker. Closely related to the day's subject and discussed during the business meeting is the CARE tea to be given in the club house November 20 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Mrs. Lee Cormany, chairman, urged members to take guests and to invite the public to the benefit event which each year raises funds to assist in educational work among children in foreign countries. Literacy kits are to be sent to needy nations serviced by CARE. Convention Reports Mrs. Henry C. Dooms gave a report of the recent district convention and state board meeting held in Ashland and told of the projects being em phasized in the state. Mentioned as one of interest to the Ash land club was the community improvement contest. Also dis cussed by Mrs. Dooms and Mrs. Nye was the art scholarship which is open to high' school senior students, but based upon work done any year. Mrs. Myrtle Reed, vice presi dent, conducted the club meet ing and presided over the lunch eon introductions. Mrs. Lor- many was chairman of the committee that served a cov ered-dish luncheon in the dining room Irom a tame decorated with chrysanthemums and au tumn leaves. . Vegetable Cookery To get the most nutrition from cooked vegetables cook them in as little water aspossible. Cook them rapidly and take them off the heatas soon as they're tender. Serve promptly. An aerial view of Paris inspir ed this all-cottnn area rug by Wunda Weve. The rug comes in various hues, each one reflect ing a particular time of day. Today 2:30 p.m. Messiah rehearsal, First Christian Church, 1900 Crater Lake Ave. Monday 10 a.m. Beehive Club, IOOF Hall. 12:30 p.m. Adarel Past Ma trons Club, Jacksonville Masonic temple. 7:30 p.m. Degree of Honor Protective Association, Girls Community Club. 8 p.m. Scottish Rite Wom en's Club, Medford Masonic Temple. 8 p.m. Chrysanthemum Cir cle, Neigbhors of Woodcraft, Eagle Hall. Tuesday 9:30 a.m. First Presby terian Church Women's Associ ation Circles, Hope, Mru. How ard P'-illips, 228 Sunrise Ave.; Mercy, Mrs. John North, 2639 Hillcrest Rd.; Temple, Mrs. Otto Frohnmayer, 1656 bpring St. 12:30 p.m. First Presby terian Church omen s Associa tion Circles, Bethany, Mrs. Walt er Stockburger, 53 Ross Court; Faith, Church Fireplace Room; Grace, Mrs. Eugeue Ferrell, R. 1, Box 246, Central Point. 12:30 p.m. Women's Fel lowship, First Baptist Church at church. Chapter AA A report on a supreme PEO Sisterhood convention will be made at a meeting of Chapter AA, Wednesday, November 13 at 12:30 p.m., in the home of Mrs. R. L. Casterline, 45 South Modoc avenue. Mrs. Florence Durland, Grants Pass, will give the report. Support for 'Climbers' Climbing foliage plants can be properly supported by wrap ping sphagnum or peat moss around a broom handle and covering with meshed hardware cloth. Anchor the pole firmly in a sturdy, tip-proof clay pot. You will also find attractive profes sionally grown climbing plants that come with their own sup-i ports of bark, cedar, redwood or bamboo cane. Keep Stairways Free Prevent falls at home by keeping stairways and passages clear, providing good lighting in halls and on stairs, wiping up spills at once, fastening rugs securely and thinking s-a-f-e-t-y. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jefferson School PTA dinner, school cafe teria. 6:30 p.m. Lone Pine PTA open house, at school. 7:30 p.m. Pioenix and Tal ent Elementary Schools, open house at each school. 7:30 p.m. First Presby terian Church Women's Associa tion Candlelight Circle, Church Fireplace Room. 7:30 p.m. Jacksonville PTA open house, Primary Building, Multi-rurpose Room, Hueners Lane. 8 p.m. AAUW, Rei Cross Building. 8 p.m. Pythian Club, Mrs. Joe Fritsch, 301 Crrter Lake Av 8 p.m. Oregon Nurses As sociation, office of Dr. J. C. Luie and Dr. W. G. Bingham, 33 North Central Ave. 8 p.m. fivita Chapter, OES, Central Point Masonic Temple. W'nesday 10:30 a.m. Central Point Navy Mothers Club, Mrs. L. D. Booth, 134 Alder St., Central Point. 12 noon Misteltoe Club, RNA, Girls Community Club. 12:30 p.m. Chapter AA, PEO, Mrs. R. L. Casterline, 45 South Modoc Ave. 12:30 p.m. Women of Ro tary, Mrs. R. A. Naumes, 602 Oakdale Dr. 1:30 p.m. Oak Grove Neigh borhood Club, Mrs. G. C. Wint er, 3595 Jacksonville Hwy. 7:30 p.m. Little Garden Club rf Medford, Mrs. Herb Val lee, 724 Alder St. 7:30 p.m. Phoenix High School, open house, at school. Thursday 12 noon Medford Sojurners, Girls Community Club. 7 p.m. Washington School, open house, at school. 7 p.m. Roosevelt school, open house, at school. 7:30 p.m. Wilson School, open house and PTA meC'-.g, at school. 8 p.m. Past Noble Grands Club, Girls Community Club. 8 p.m. Reames Chapter, OES, Medford Masonic Temple. Friday 1:30 p.m. Medford Fifty Plus Club, St. Mark's Guild Hall, Fifth St. and North Oakdale Ave. LADIES APPAREL Eveni-O-The-Year CLARA & DOREEN HAVE CUT PRICESI DRESSES SUITS KNITS PRICES SLASHED! SPORTSWEAR COATS We Feature Good Selection in ALL Sizes! "Only the Look Is Expensive". A You are invited to attend an Autograph Party, Wednesday, November 13th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. at Meet Hedy Kraemer, Author of, "More Time Than Money," the story of a retired couple's travels around the world for 20 months on freight ships Have 'Hedy' autograph your copy! 217 East Main Street Medford, Oregon NITEYNITE WARM "TOE-TOPPER" PLAYMATES -fl i" PLAY HOST TO SWEET DREAMS M Tip-top-toe fun In the newest, gayest, toe-topping sleepers. Here's wonderful Nitey Nite warmth, with frolicking playmates at the tip of the toe, for boys and girls and Infants, too. See our entire selection of NITY NITE5 Sizes 6 months to 8 years. Infants and Children's Wear Downstairs at Modford Pharmacy 6th and Central Phone 772-6253 SCHOOLS ARE NOW OPEN - MANY CHILDREN ARE ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME! DON'T LET IT BE THEIR LAST! YOUR CAUTION CAN SAVE A CHILD'S LIFE ... SO PLEASE .. . Li m 1 V. .'-' :t-. ... . Stonehonge Is the name of the design for this run. Inspired bv the Sun Temple ereeled on the Salisbury Plain In Knglnnd In 1850, B.C., this rug by Wunda Wcve drapiatlcally translates the olrlt of the sun worshippers' temple Into striking color and it :.s' w rN htv nra DRIVE CAREFULLY around schools and clav- grounds! Be on the lookout for children when they walk to and from schooll Your vacation from school children is over nowl BE ON THE ALERT when you are near a school bus. Of course, they have to obey all traffic rules! But, give schoolbusses a break anyway . . . they carry a priceless cargo! PARENTS! NEVER STOP TELLING children about the many traffic dangers! Only then can we hope to help reduce traffic fatalities! One out of seven fatalities involves a schoolchildl One out of ten fatal accidents is caused by a teen-age driver! O DRIVERS! DON'T HURRY when you drive! We may as well face it! We cannot reduce traffic casual ties unless we slow down! The lives of others are in the hands holding your steering wheel. The minute you may save, isn't worth the life of a schoolchildl HAVE YOUR CAR CHECKED by an expert! Any car that is not in perfect mechanical condition is a potential murder weapon! The few dollars you spend may save a life! Published in cooperation with the Medford Traffic Safety Council by the Medford, Tribune texture.
