Coral Gables Riviera

Ponce Graduates Active Frosh, Good Students at U. of Florida

Graduates of Ponce de Leon are active Freshmen at the University of Florida. They came here with one of the best high school educations the state of Florida offers, prepared to do battle with college learning. Now that the mid-year examinations have been completed, the record clearly shows that every Ponce graduate stands above passing in his class. Campus Leaders The policy here is for the preceding Cavaliers to help the following freshmen. Never let it be said that the Ponce de Leon influence breaks off after graduation. Upperclassmen, here at the University, who are still remembered by those at Ponce are: Curley Squires, president of Florida Interfraternity Conference, and popular dramatic actor on the campus; Hamilton Hayes, former president of Ponce student body and now president of Alpha Tau Omega, one of the largest fraternities on the Florida fraternity row. 3 Join Air Corps The 1941 graduates of Ponce had a representation of about 15 at the start of the semester. Then came the war. Bill Starrman, former president of Ponce student body, Bob Shepard, and Ed Kirkland left school to join the air corps. Others still attending the University are: Stewart Kemp, editor of religious paper on campus, Fritz Myers, head make-up man for "The Florida Players", Bob Goeser, freshman basketball, Mickey Mixson, manager freshman basketball, Carlton Bliss, Dick Royce, Bill McWhorter, George Snow, and Ed Grafton.

MRS. BRIMSON ANNOUNCES GRANDSON'S BIRTH

Mrs. C. T. Brimson of 6704 Le Jeune Road has just returned from West Palm Beach where she greeted her first grandchild, William George "Bing" Brimson, Jr., born February 1st, the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Brimson. The junior Mrs. Brimson, who was the former Miss Clara Nell DuPuis and Mr. Brimson attended the University of Miami, moved recently to West Palm Beach. Mrs. C. T. Brimson, prominent in Smith College alumnae circles and latest recruit in the rank of bicyclists, says of her new grandson, "He's the best, the most beautiful baby I have ever seen and looks just like his daddy".

Doing Their Bit to Help Uncle Sam

These Coral Gables Elementary school children have combed their back yards and garages, as well as the neighbors', to find scrap metal to help build battleships and planes. Each day, when they come to school, they bring more pieces to add to the pile, thereby setting an example that a lot of grown-ups might do well to follow. In the front row, left to right, are Jimmy Brinson (kneeling), Bill Robinson, Al Harum, Nancy Lewis, Heather Woodward and Jacqueline West. On the balcony above are Murray McClain, Jerry McDonell and Denise Mercier.

State Officer Honored By Hibiscus Grove Circle

Mrs. Mina Don Carlos, guardian, presided over the first business meeting of the month at the Supreme Forest Woodmen Circle, Hibiscus Grove, No. 325 in the W.O.W. Hall, 2804 Bird Road, Coconut Grove, March 2. Distinguished guest of the evening was Mrs. Ida Cowart, State Auditor, who was given the honor salute when introduced. Mrs. Cowart commended the Grove on its fine attendance and efficient drill team. Mrs. Janie Lou Frazier, State Inner Sentinel, who is also Past Guardian of Hibiscus Grove, was present at her station. Mrs. Sara Shepard, a new member who was initiated at the District Meeting was introduced to the members who heartily welcomed her with the honor salute. Mrs. Josephine Nichols from Bouganvilla Grove was also present. Guardian Mina Don Carlos read aloud the letter of appreciation from Council Commander R. M. Shepard, thanking Hibiscus Grove for their cooperation and fine team work at their W.O.W. open meeting in honor of National President De E. Bradshaw. Council Commander Shepard on behalf of W.O.W. Cam. No. 689 invited Hibiscus Grove to attend the dance they were giving at the Coconut Grove American Legion Hall, March 20. Hibiscus Grove readily accepted the plan to help sell tickets. After the business for the evening was concluded, refreshments were served by Mrs. Janie Lou Frazier and Mrs. Estell Overstreet.

Circle Member Given Surprise Stork Shower

Members of Hibiscus Grove, No.325, Supreme Forest Woodmen Circle recently participated in a "Surprise Stork Shower", for Mrs. Nadine Frazier, 3258 Virginia Street, Coconut Grove. Various games were planned, cne was rather unique. A toy "Baby" had to be dressed in "three cornered pants" or a reasonable fascimile, while blind folded. Various guests attempted the problem, but members of the family "infanticipating" won the greatest applause, while Mrs. Janie Lou Frazier, the grandmother-to-be won the prize for performing this feat in the least time and with the best results. A cake with delicate pink frosting was brought by Hibiscus Grove, while Mrs. Mina Don Carlos surprised all with a delicious spiced tea. Also present were Mrs. Mina Pearson, Mrs. Christine Tumblin, Mrs. Katherine Richardson, Mrs. Eleanor Hanson, Mrs. Estelle Overstreet, and daughter Janet, Mrs. Juanita Brooks, Mrs. Thelma Bishop, Miss Sally Mae McMellon, Miss Nell Frazier, Mrs. Betty Perry, Mrs. Mae Bellflower, Mrs. Alma Flowers, Mrs. Mary Gilbert, [?]Mrs. Grace Mann and Mrs. Anna S. Patton.

Hull Cites Opportunities In U. S. Navy

Guy F. Hull, Chief Carpenter's Mate, Recruiting Officer for this area with headquarters at Room 231 Post Office Bldg., Miami, Fla., stated that the Navy will continue to accept volunteer enlistments for the U. S. Navy and Naval Reserve in Classes V-1, V-2, V-3, V-5, and V-6. Men enlisted in Class V-1, are high school and college students currently enrolled between the ages of 17 and 19 inclusive. These men will be enlisted and permitted to remain in their respective schools until the end of the present semester and then called to active duty. They will not be called to active duty before that time unless conditions warrant call to active duty. Class V-2 is for men 17 to 28 who are graduates of Aviation, Vocational, or Aviation Trade schools or who have previous experience in aviation. Class V-3 is for men who hold amateur radio licenses or had previous experience in the field of radio. Class V-5 is for men 19 to 27 who have completed two years of college and have half the credits necessary for a degree. These men are enlisted as Seamen Second Class and after one month's training, are appointed Aviation Cadets. Class V-6 is for single or married men from 17 to 50 in whatever rating they can qualify. At the present time we have unlimited ratings for men in the Construction Regiments of Class V-6. These men will be formed into regiments of 169 men to build bases outside the continental limits of the United States. We can use most any kind of construction ratings. For the physical examination in Classes V-1, V-2, and V-6, men are required to have 18 sound teeth of their own, two of which must be opposing molars, and have vision in each eye of 16-20 without glasses. Color blind men and those with only ten-twentieths vision are acceptable for the Construction Regiments, Class V-6 only. Men who are enlisted in the Naval Reserve if over 18 are enlisted for the duration of the Emergency. Chief Hull wishes to call to the attention of men who are of draft age that commencing in April when men are called in for an Army examination they will be inducted at the same time and those who desire Navy Service should apply immediately rather than wait until they are called for induction. Men can be enlisted in the Navy and Naval Reserve at rates of pay ranging from $21.00 to $99.00 per month. Men desiring enlistment in the service should apply in person at Room 231, Post Office Bldg., Miami, Fla. Office hours 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Sundays. Upon completion of twenty years of service in the U. S. Navy, a sailor, if physically fit, can transfer to the Fleet Reserve and receive one-half of his base pay.

Tropical Park President Invented 'Tote' Machine

Henry L. Straus, president of the Gables Racing Association, is a late comer to turf prominence. As recently as 15 years back he was just another visitor but the inaccuracies of the approximate odds board in use on the Maryland tracks caused him to turn an inventive mind towards the construction of a machine which would eliminate this fault. The result was the American Totalisator, brought forth after half a dozen years of study and labor, giving birth to a company which has grown from 15 employees to 150, with an annual business of $2,000,000. Prior to the tote, the mutuel ticket racks of the individual sellers were checked from time to time as the wagering progressed and from this tally was formed the so-often-inaccurate approximate odds. The Straus invention gave an immediate mechanical registration of each sale and this machine, which gives quick and accurate computation of the probable odds, operates so they deviate by more than a small fraction of a dollar. Straus Proved It The legend says that it was one glaring inconsistency which was responsible principally for the advent of the tote. That came in a race at Havre de Grace when the approximate board showed 9 to 1 on a horse backed heavily by a stable, the real odds being 13 to 5, or $7.20 in the mutuels. This was the ultimate straw and the following irritation was so great that he immediately went to work on the idea of an automatic system. His labors finally were crowned by the production of a device which now is the most important factor in every up-to-date racing plant. England gave the totalisator its first chance and then, about ten years ago, it was tried in Maryland, proving an instantaneous success. Once it was established, the inventor furthered his racing interest by becoming a horse owner and a breeder, in a modest way, in his home state of Maryland. The acquisition of the 172-acre Cherry Hill Farm, a trifle south of Reisterstown and about 15 miles northwest of Baltimore, enabled Straus to keep in close touch with his business offices in that city and also spend considerable time on a property suitable for thoroughbred breeding, hunting and other outdoor sports so popular with the average country gentleman. It was in 1932 that the Baltimorean launched his breeding ventures, and the 12 mares which have since afforded him much pleasure and satisfaction, though no notable performers have been shown under his silks. The only stallion ever owned by Straus was Brown Bud, a high class stake winner for Frederic Johnson slightly more than 15 years back. A broken leg proved fatal and he has not been replaced. Half a dozen mares now are in foal at the farm, while seventeen horses are slated to carry the cherry and white banner during the 1942 season. Incidentally, about 75 percent of the horses raced by Straus were foaled at Cherry Hill. Former Breeder's Grove Active in the formation of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, Straus was a charter member and continues as a director of that organization. He is Master of the Carrollton Hounds, also being an exhibitor in horse shows in his home state. During the last five or six years, Straus has developed a new hobby, one which vies with fox hunting as his favorite. It is the collection of sporting art. His most prized treasure is a Ben Marshall hunting field. Other outstanding canvasses hanging in his Cherry Hill home are by J. F. Herring, Sr., Dean Wolstenholme, Ferneley, James Ward, Harry Hall and Troy. Painted by the last named about 1868 is an oil of the unbeaten Asteroid, regarded as the great Lexington's best son. Straus, now only approaching his 40th birthday, was a considerable runner during his younger days, being the captain of the Johns Hopkins University track team in his senior year. He served as an infantry lieutenant in the first world war, moving over to naval aviation and earning his wings before he left the service in 1919, following the cessation of hostilities. The Tropical Park venture is the first ever attempted along these lines but his knowledge of the general workings of a racing plant is no small one. In addition, he brings to the Tropical Park organization an extremely keen business mind. Medals and decorations in the United States Navy are, for the most part, worn on the left breast. This custom may be traced from the practice of the Crusaders of the Middle Ages wearing the badge of honor of their orders near the heart.

Pierce Wins Ponce Talk; Loses County

Bill Pierce, after winning Ponce de Leon's National High School Oratorical Contest for the third time in four years, placed second in the County Contest March 5 at the Gables Elementary School. He was defeated by a close two points by Lester Rosenberg of Miami High. In the school contest held in the Little Theatre, February 25, Hayes Wood placed second and Frank Hall third. The contest was sponsored by the American Legion, department of Florida, and the various American Legion Posts throughout the state and is held each year. The purpose of the contest is to create interest and respect for the basic principles of our form of government and consists of five divisions: the school, county, district, state and national.

Increased Business Brings Enlargement Of Delicatessen

So great has been business since the opening of Mannie's Delicatessen on Ponce de Leon Boulevard three months ago that the floor space was doubled this week by taking in the adjoining store building. "We appreciate the support Coral Gables has given us more than we can say", Emanuel Hollander, proprietor, said, "and we are trying to show our appreciation by increasing our facilities so that everyone may shop and dine in comfort".

DOG RACING

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New Jitney Service

Between CORAL GABLES and EMBRY-RIDDLE FLEISCHER STUDIOS Starts Saturday —SCHEDULE— WILL COINCIDE WITH SHIFT CHANGES AT BOTH INSTITUTIONS JITNEYS LEAVE FROM CORAL GABLES BUS TERMINAL For Further Information Call Sam's Service Station 4-1681

BOWL OUTDOORS

On Wooden Alleys At the New Gables Bowling G A R D E N S 210 GIRALDA AVENUE

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Miami Typewriter Exchange

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HELD OVER "The Miracle of Spring"

The Latest Play by CHARLES H. FABER (Author of "The Lady Breaks a Lance") Featuring MARY GREENE | FRANK ROLLINGER Every Evening at 8:30 thru Sunday, March 22—Matinee Sunday at 3 Except Monday and Tuesday, March 16 and 17 Theatre of the Fifteen DOUGLAS ENTRANCE, CORAL GABLES Telephone 4-6226

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