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PAGE SIX HERALD AM) M:VS. KLAMATH FALLS OREGON SATURDAY. DECEMBER 27. 1052 v. i I' r w I U o "TO FIFTY YEARS TOGETHER" . . . Mr. and Mrs. Davo Eitireim (oast each other at a din. ner given for them on their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 14, in the Willard Hotel. Mrs. Eitt. reim. then Helen White, came to the United States in 1894 with her family, from Bergen, Nor way. They settled in Eagle Grove, la., and she married Dave Eittreim in December 1897. Thirty years later they came to Klamath Falls. They have five children; three of whom live in Klamath Falls. Two daughters, Mrs. William Laahs, Mrs. Walter Henry and a son, Harold Eittreim. Another daughter, Mrs. Gene Larson, lives in Portland; and a son, Eddie Eittreim lives in Sacramento. Lee Scarlett, manager of the Willard, where Dave Eittreim is nioht auditor; was host to the couple, and guests included the hotel staff, Mr. and Mrs. Wes Guderian, Mrs. Leichton Sleiqht and Mrs. Gene Ridell. Photo by Guderian NAOMI SHRINE Twenty six candidates were given the degree of the Order ot the White Shrine of Jerusalem at a special meeting of Naomi Shrine held at the Masonic temple saiur oay evening. Dec. 13. The temple was appropriately decorated in the Christmas theme with a lighted Christmas tree and snowflakes in the background. Arbhur Stone was in charge of decorations assisted by Blanche Marks. Phyllis Poole and Opal McKibboii, Visitors present from other Shrines were Ramona Aiken, Worthy High Priestess; Lawrence Wade. Watchman of Shepherds, and Grace Wade, Worthy Herald of Guiding Star Shrine, Redding, Calif.; Florence Harper. District Deputy of Bethany Shrine, Van couver. Wash., and Matthew and Olive Adamson of Vashti Shrine, Rock Island. 111. r-'anche Marks, District Chair man of Material Objective, gave an Instructive- talk on our Ma terial Objective which is the phil anthropic work of the Shrine, ex plaining It to the new members. Following the Ceremonial and Good of the Order, the members assembled In the banquet room where they were greeted by the Santa Claus. The train came bear ing gifts to the Christmas tree where they were received and distributed by Sunta Ciaus and his helpers. The train was designed and built by James Hunter. Watch man of Shepherd?, who, with the assistance of Betty Hunter. ar ranged the tables to represent a Huge cnrisimas tree. Refreshments were served by a committee composed of Georgia Zollman and Opal McKibbon, as sisted bv Vera Clemmens. Next meeting of Naomi Shrine will be held Jan. 6 at 8 p.m. which will be Material Objective Night. MERRILL REBEKAH XMAS PROGRAM MERRILL -- An entertaining Christmas program was pre sented at Mondav evening s meet ing of Merrill Rebekah Lodge. Mrs. Anneiy Uherek's dance pupils ap pearing on the program included: Marcia Milne. Betty Ann Chap man. Murene Cunningham, Roberta Uherek. Beverlv Walker. Diane Walker, Margaret Ann Quails. Sally DeLap, Sandra and Gloria Cahan, Sara West. Patty Burleigh, Donna SchulU! Angalica Uherek, and Myra Evertson. Vocal numbers by a ladies bar bershop quartet, Mrs. Jack Wynant, Mrs. James Hodges, Mrs. Sherman Waldrip, and Mrs. Bruce Owens, were also an entertaining part of the program. Members reported ill were Mra. Myrtle Beasley's mother, Mrs. Williams: Louise Bearle. Mae Anderson. Sylvia Jones, Edna Fer guson, and Hazel McNeill. Mrs. Iva Kilpatrlck explained the meaning ot the "Lord s Prayer." Team captains Leta Stolt and Mary Haskins reported their total points and Leta's pink team was the winner. Mary's losing team will serve refreshments at the first meeting in January. Good of the Order committee presented gifts to the two captains for their splen did cooperation. Mildred Rexford presented gifts to the following members, all of who had a perfect attendance dur ing the past year: Naomi Chase. Mary Pope, Irene Hill, Anna How. ard, and Miriam Hunnlctitt. Those receiving gifts for attending all but one meeting were, Leta Stolt, Mar jorle Burleigh, Anne Fruits, and Z-ena Buck. Another gift was given Laura Lou Hill, who has not missed a meeting since her Initiation the first part of the year. A Christmas gift will be sent to the Adopted Brother at the home In Portland, by Miriam Hunnlcutt. Marjorie Burleigh will take charge of the gifts for the needy to be turned over to the Merrill firemen. ' At the next regular meeting Jan. 6, new officers will be Installed in their respective offices. Members of Martin Family Have 68th Christmas Dinner Together For sixty-eight years, the chil dren of Thomas and Thiraa Martin have bad their Christmas dinners together In Klamath Falls. The tradition started in 1884. when "Tom" Martin built his first home next to his first flour mill on Link River; opposite the old Conger place, present site of the W. D. Miller home on Conger Ave. At that time, in order of age. Annie. Samuel Edward, Charles J., Sarah Elizabeth and John H. completed the family group. Later Mae and Maud made nine, at the Christmas table, since then, all have shared Christmas day: with the exceptions of Annie, who died in 1890; and Ed, in 1942. cal grain growers, buying it back on an exchange basis, to oe milled into llour unaer the brand names of "Anchor" and "Crater Lake." In 1894. after growers In Mer rill, confronted with the difficult problem ot transporting grain to Klamath Falls, offered him land for a mill sue, he built the Mer rill Mill. This was the part that English born Thomas Martin had in the early Basin development. He brought his bride from their native England to the United States, and later, trying to achieve his dream ol owning a flour mill, settled here temporarily in the east na came west. He walked from The mill was moved to 6 th and I .d'J, f'Jk,nf. J? suitable location. After working there for a time, he sent for his lamuy. Several trips over the mountain, to what was later to be Klamath Falls; he found the satisfactory site on Link River, and brought his family here: where all of the remaining members still live. Charles married Lynn Mills, and their children are. Charles (Buddy) I ana aeuy rtae tiwrs. Jim Airuii; i Sarah Elizabeth married Carey M. Kamsby. Their son, Martin lives here, and daughter. Betty (Mrs. T. R. Gillcnwaiersi, lives In Den ver. Ed married Myrtle Ramsey. Carey's si'ter, thus further ce menting family ties. Their daugh ters are, Vivian iMrs. John Simp son i. Great Falls, Mont., and Dsrtha. iMrs. Ralph McCullochi. Los Altos. Calif. John's wife is the former Adalaide Heffner Draper. Mae and her husband, Robert Henry Anderson, had two daugh- MERRILL BPW members and I . Thirza (Mrs. William DeCewi Oak in the early 190G's; and when the railroad was brought in, a new one was bulU at 6lh and Spring on a spur. The Acme Motor Com pany, operated by the three sons, occupied the 6th and Oak address for many years: present location of the Ashley Motor Company. The sons were associated with their father until his retirment and con tinued until they sold their hold ings several years ago. Closely identified with the early development of the Klamath Basin. Tom Martin had such faith in the agricultural future of the country: that in the face of opposition, he bought seed from other parts of the country and furnished 11 to lo- BPW Annual Christmas Party their husbands held their annual .Christmas gat exenanje at the W. D. VanCleave home on Wed nesday evening, Dec. 17. Mrs. John Sanders baked the turkey and ham, and the rest of the menu was potluck. Places were set for Mr. and Mrs. W. D. VanCleave, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. West. Dr. and Mra. F. E. Trotman. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. George Wil liams, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Bow man, Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Brick ner, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Adams, John Giacomini and Mrs. Mamie Giacomini, Mr. and Mrs. John Sanaers, Deli Hodges, Harriett Fotheringham. Ann Schultx, Helen FUmbo, Helen Brumley, Lucille Austin, and Lillian Thomas CHRISTMAS PARTY The Chemult community Christ mas program and party was held at the Civic Club, Saturday eve ning, Dec. 20. A capacity crowd filled the clubhouse and many had to stand. More than 90 stockings were distributed. In charge of the program were ' Beaverton, Ore., and Helen (Mrs. Ed Goecknei i, who lives here. Maud married Ermay Hosley. and they had two sons, Tom arid Ed. Tom lives in Los Altos, and Ed lives in Klamath Falls. The three daughters of theThom as Martins are widows; but all maintain their own homes, and are active in local community life. HOME EXTENSION MERRILL UNIT MERRILL Fifteen members and one visitor attended the Dec. 12. meeting of Merrill Home Ex tension Unit. The project was the making of aluminum trays, but they were not finished as the paint needed was not available. Designs were traced on the aluminum, and a business meeting followed. Leona Beasley's resignation was accepted. Rubv Mitchell, project leader tor the step shelves, discussed the ad vantage and usefulness of the shelves In cupboards. They will be made at the meeting In February. A letter was read from Miss 4 V 1 ML v Z3 Q '..V 1 I X.' U- .aimiiiiiil 'J. i " m-Ku i ; it i Hit n . t u 4 ..sfw-. I jfcr'. - ".VllVili ..-Sili!& V i .u ' -Mi THREE FELLOW STUDENTS ... at the OTI Christmas dance engaged In animated conversa tion. Jets Shirley, Sally McMahon and Jim Hodgeccck. Photo by Ketfler OTI CHRISTMAS DANCE . . . Dec. 16. at the Willard Hotel, was the first in what is planned to bo an annual event. Music was by Morgan-McDonald. Mary Ducat, a guest, and George. Warren, OTI student refresh themselves at the punch bowl. Photo by Kettler DR. AND MRS. F. E. TROTMAN HONORED WITH A RECEPTION MKIUtll.l,-A reception hiiiiuriiit: Rrlrr:.hmriits were ..rrml fioiii Dr. ad Mrs. Frank K. Trotumti an Mtrnrilvrly ai inimrii liicerov. was held KrKlny eveniiii;. Dec. in. rreil Inbie. ccnlriril with a lurar in me hocibi pariur ol the Merrill Presbyterian Church, llouri were from 7:30 In 10 p.m. Dr. and Mrs. ! SACRED HEART i MOTHERS CLUB , t i':':. -I. w.. f MR. AND MRS. F. L. PHELFS . . . 330& Crest Street, announce the engagement of their attractive daughter, Beverly to Robert Fitzgerald, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Fitzgerald, 3 29 Rogers Street. A July wedding is planned. Photo by Ferebe Trotman were ninrrlrd 111 ceremony Nov. -9. Hostesses for the allnlr were Mrs G. A. Milne, Mix M. A Bow man. Mrs. It. F Wpm, Mis, Paul !ewis and Mis. Wnrren KruiK The Snrird Heart Mother's Club annual Christmas party for l'ie bouHiicl of yellow ami bron.c "r, niilni. Tall yellow and white Imlit- 7 30 n " l-l"l-eJ program "A ed ranilles were plai nt on cither i Choral Christmas" and a silver tea at which 121 guests were served. Community Christmas Tree I.ANOEI.L VALLEY The Lull gell Valley Community Chrl.Minas tree was held at the hall the eve. nlng of Dec. 17. with a enparuy crowd ol children and adults. The Lange)! Valley Womrn'a club mem. bers decorated the hnll and the Ui4 pine tree donated by Dick Smith F.veryone enlnved the pron:in prepared bv Mrs. Bob Cnlwetl. Margaret Aiuie Colwell greeted Hit guests and announced the pro grain, which oiM'iied wuh a ptauo solo ' Silent Nisht." by Mark D-r-born. T-dHv IVsrborn sang "Oh Come All Ye Fnithlul," aceompan led by nis brother, i'aul Dearborn at tile piano. A skit "Frostv, the Snowman" Was put on by the Langell Valley 4-H f.ook'iig proiri n.indra l.'nd-. Catherine Dearborn. Rosemary Rtulnsker. Dnrnihv Kehe on. I'utli Flrscher and Margaret Colwell. Pauline Noble snug "White Christmas," and "Winter Wonder Innd." arcompiinlrrt M.irllee Keysor on the piano. I'aulle also plaved an arrordian solo Closing the program the same 4-11 gin. Here III the Nullvllv ' scene with Mildred Cunningham plny.ne ' Canlique Noel" on hei accordlan. While walling for Santa, the Rev Call Gross led the group In Christ mas singing, arcomtian d by San dra Lindsay at the piano. At 30 lovely Merrv Christmas In while lur arrived from the North Pole and entertained the child-rn with an lntere.tlng story. Jolly Old Santa came lo the Joy of all the young try: talked to them, took their letters, and gave each bov and girl a bin red stocking filled with candy. home ! slue ol the centerpirce. 1 The nurkni program arranged (or the evening Ini-lulrd a vocn! miIo by Mis. Troimun s daughter, i Velniii Fox, accompanied by Mrr. j Kny Itnrtrr: two duel numbers by Mr, and Mr. Jed Murphy, solo.s by Mr. Murphy with Mrs. Law- I rence Gernghtv at the piano: and several trio numbers by Mrs. Uruce Owens, Mrs. James llodgrs and i Mrs. jack Wynant. ' Dr. ami Mis. Trotman greeted ! some 100 guests during tho eve li.ng. REBEKAH LODGE 106, BONANZA Flalernltv Rrhrkah Lodge In, nonantt, inrl III regular session Moliriny evening, tier 14, with 7 members in attendance Arclle Wentherlw and Merrene Holt were hostesses for the eve ning. The Chrbtmas theme was beau tifully rnrrird out In decoration.-, and relre-hiiieiils. During the meeting, it was de elded to hold a Joint installation for Itebeknhs and Oddfellows, Jail 5 There will be a poiluck supper at 7 30 pill., preceding the inert. Ing. All members urged to attend Pouring during the evening were Mrs. John Howard, president: and Mrs. Iiren Calhoun, past president The lea table was centered with a beautifully decorated Christmas tree on lltne green linen. Forest green candles In allver holders, flanked the renterplece, and the same color scheme prevailed at Individual tables. Mra. James Cnrnln and Mr. Dick Miller Jr. were co-chairmen, amlslcd bv Mrs. Melvin Miller. Mrs. Harry Bolvln. Mra. Charlra llallev. Mrs. W Lenlhan. Mrs. Al bert Lavenlk. Mrs. Reggie Andrleu, Mrs. Jean (.'annul. Mrs. James Doura and Mrs. Delvln Heftier. Aiux-antm on the program vara Uie Boys Vesler Choir, Tiny Trio, Junior Carnlera, Madrigal Chorus and Olrls Glee Cvi. Mrs. Paul Monroe Gives Xmas Party 1 ANtlFI.I, VAI.l F.Y-Mrs. Paul Monroe rnlertained at her home wtlh a pre-t'toi Inum pi.rlv I)er 17 Gifts were piled under a decorated tree. The firdiliu'e was atllactlvr with holly and greens. Undue was pluyed wuh hiuh prlre going to Mrs. Jhrk Wetnier, hecond hirrh to Mrr. Lrsier l.envltt and traveling to Mrs. Owen Pepple. Alter the gift exchange, retiesh menls were served. Tiny boots filled with cnmly were favor-.. Ouesls rrc Mrs. ('ecll Hlilev, Mrs. Owen Pepple, Mrs Prank Ivllel. Mrs Jrrk Welmer. Mrs. Lelnnd Harris, Mrs. John Kiillivnn, Mrs. Kniest Ciraves, Mis Doug Smelcer. Mrs. Harry Fia.ier. Mrs. Frank W. Brown. Mrs. I. B Morrla ar.d Mrs. Lester Leavllt. PARTY FOR THE "HOP" HOPKINS After many years service with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Ralph S. "Hop" Hopkins and his wife will make their home In Port land, following his retirement from the bureau. His fellow employes and their families gathered recently at the Airport Recreation Hall lor a large party In honor of the popular cou ple: who leave for their new home after the tirst of the year. Mrs. Stockman and Mrs. C. Gal breath, assisted by Mrs. William Searcy and Mrs. C. Ramsey. Wel come was delivered by Pat O'Brien followed by a short greeting by Josctte Stockman, Bobby Gal breath, Jimmy Galbreath and Di ane Evjon. Recitations were given by Ernie Taylor, Larry Searcy, Delphine Fletcher, Carl Ramsey, Denny Jes. sup, Sharon O'Brien, Adrian Stock man, Billv Taylor, Davey Sporrer, Maxine Fletcher and John Marvin. A snowman scene featured a chorus of Billy Taylor, David Sporrer, Denny Jessup, Larry Searcy, Carl Ramsey Adrian and Josctte Stockman. John Marvin was Frosty In a Christmas tableau with music by the small fry. An original candlellghting cere mony was performed bv Mrs. V. I. Bradcr, Mrs. Corwln Gal breath, Mrs. C. C. Long, Mrs. William Taylor, Mrs. Cap Jessup and Mrs. Ray Darnell. A Santa Claus skit was put on by Mrs. Thomas McKee and Mrs. V. I. Brader with Mrs. McKee as Santa for the evening, with a gift for each boy and girl and a stocking filled with goodies. Pat O'Brien gave the closing thank-you. nralrn arlvicintr that mvmlvrt i " - - - 1 - I rra,U nnt talr Iha reiinhnlsterlnir , workshop unless they had com-1 pleted the repair of Innersprlngs. Summer camp at the Lake of the Woods was discussed. Because of bad road conditions the blood donors had to cancel their appointments. The next regular meeting will be Jan. 9. at 1:30 In the Merrill Recreation Hall; Miss Bracken leading the discussion "Becoming a Good Buyer." All interested wom en are welcome to attend. Those members starting their aluminum trays were Cleo Den ham, Margaret Loper, Hazel Mc Neill, Jean Moore, Pearl Moore, Mildred Rexford, Dorothy Russell, Ruby Mitchell, Iva Jane Will, and Edith Young. Ellen Hobson. Blllle Woodhouse. Donnafaye Haskins, Leona Beasley, Oeraldlne Moore, and one guest, Beth Robley, also attended. 8 ET 40 PARTY WEDDING 3 ANNOUNCEMENTS ond Invitations Engraved ond Procetsed VOIGHT'S PIONEER OFFICE SUPPLY 629 Main Phon 7412 WEDNESDAY LAST DAY of LUCAS FURNITURE STORE WJDE SALE Trtmendoui reductions en Quality Furniture The annual Christmas partv ot 8 et 40 Salon 355 was he'd Dec. 21 In the Veterans Memorial Hall with husbands as guests, sixty per sons attended for cocktails at five with supper following. Hostesses for the social hour were Mrs. Fred H. Heilbronficr and Mrs. C. H. Foster. Buffet supper was served by Mrs. Alfred Peterstclncr assisted by Mrs. Carl Schubert, Mrs. Lee Sonncnbcrg, Mrs. R. D. McGlichcy and Mrs. O. D. Matthews. Entertainment was furnished by Mrs. Paul D. Otterbein and a barhershin nilartetle r-omnn.fl nf Carl Schubert, Fred Hriibronner, V. L. Rudd and Marin Thomas of Tulelakc. Bingo was played during the evening. 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