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by HELEN REYNOLDS * * * When three-year-old Tommy Magoffin goes aloft with his mother, Annette Gipson Magoffin, the well-known flyer, he is strapped in his own harness to her parachute. That's the way Tommy flies, and he's been doing it since he was a year old. He has just been made mascot of the Women Flyers of America and what could be more appropriate as a good luck charm for the flyers than the intrepid "Mr. Tommy?" The 60 members of the Miami branch meet twice a week at Mrs. Magoffin's country home place for ground school work. There's plenty of room at Mrs. Magoffin's, as her beautiful grounds extend for several city blocks in all directions just south of Ponce de Leon Boulevard at Davis Road. Mrs. Magoffin has great plans for the Women Flyers and their part in the war, plans that have to do with Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, the State of Florida and the Government, but that's all we can tell you about at present. * * * Mrs. Lucy Williams and Mrs. L. G. Watt, both of Coral Gables, are acting as hostesses in the new Servicemen's Recreation Center in Bayfront Park from 6:30 to 11:30 P. M. three times weekly. Both were regular workers at the Red Cross, but lack of wool held up production at that point, so the ladies volunteered at the Center. Most popular spot at the Center is the "cooky jar," says Mrs. Williams. Placed in the center of the writing desk, it's a job to keep the jar filled with home-made cookies. The men come from all parts of the world and have nothing but words of praise for Miami's Service Men's Center, which, they say, is the best. * * * Signal honor came this week to Mrs. John E. Norman, one of Coral Gables' prominent club women, in that she was elected second vice-president of the National League of American Pen Women, an elevation from the fourth vice-presidency. Mrs. Norman became interested in the league some eight years ago, when she was appointed auditor representing the Miami branch. She has held this post ever since and made league breakfasts, which she instituted, outstanding affairs. Mrs. Norman received her first honors in women's club work in Huntington, West Virginia. She is an honorary life president of the Huntington Woman's Club, a past president on its active list. Mrs. Norman also was recently elected first vice-president of the Miami Branch, N. L. A. P. W. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wood, 3703 Segovia Circle, have sold their attractive Colonial home to Mr. and Mrs. Edwin D. Cahn, formerly of 921 Avenue Calabria. The Wood property has been one of the modern show places of this area, built in a grove of citrus at the intersection of Segovia Street, University Drive, Avenue Escobar and Palmarita Court. * * * All Paul Nay, fifth-grader, had to do was to spell "circumference" correctly to win the Gables Elementary School's spelling bee contest. Paul did, defeating Jennifer Harris, his last opponent, and seventh-grader at that. Honors came to Helen Giersch, also a seventh-grader, who won third prize in the poster contest, "Cancer Is Curable." * * * Corinne Shirley, pictured here, holds her pet terrier close as she bids farewell to Coral Gables and Miami Beach, where she has been spending the winter. Her home is in Houston, Texas. (Pilkington photo.) * * * Most interesting new family coming to the Gables recently is Mr. and Mrs. Folger Athearn, who arrived recently from New Caledonia and Australia. They have leased the Colonial residence at 3810 Alhambra Court and have two young children, Marion and Folger, Jr. Mr. Athearn is with the Pan American Ferries Co. * * * Fred Vincent has left for Weaverville, N. C., to reopen Vincent's Ranch in the mountains for the season. Mrs. Vincent will leave about the first of May. This year they expect to have an extensive Victory garden, raising in addition to many vegetables, 1,500 bushels of potatoes. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Ward McAllister of 824 Palermo left yesterday for Louisville, Ky., where they will attend the Kentucky Derby. After a week in Louisville they will go on to Lexington for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. C. G. McAllister, parents of Mr. McAllister, returning to Coral Gables about the middle of May. * * * Mrs. Howard Sullivan and daughter, Mrs. A. J. Koswell, and small daughter, Ann, left Sunday for New Hampshire, where they will open their interesting historical home in Haverhill for the summer. Mrs. Sullivan acquired the old place last year and immediately had some repairs made, including an oil burner for heat on cold days. When we asked Mrs. Sullivan to describe her find, she said it's pictured on page 314, "Stagecoach and Tavern Days," by Alice M. Earle, at the Coral Gables Public Library. The house was built in 1786, and in Civil War days it was used as a hiding place for slaves, in its complete underground system, on their way to Canada. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Richardson Revel are newcomers to Coral Gables from California. Mr. Revel is with the Miami Shipbuilding Company. They have taken the residence at 1202 Granada Boulevard and really are delighted with the climate hereabouts. Richardson, Jr., and Joyce, their children, will attend the Gables schools. Harry Faxon, rtd., of Highland Park, Chicago, father of Mrs. Revel, is with them.

May Fourth Date of Woman's Club Annual May Breakfast

May fourth has been chosen as the date of the annual May breakfast of the Coral Gables Senior and Junior Woman's Clubs. This year the party will be held at the Country Club of Coral Gables and installation of officers of both clubs will highlight the breakfast. Mrs. George Corrigan and Mrs. H. G. Lesley, vice-presidents of the senior and junior clubs, respectively, will be co-chairmen of the event. The committee has planned an unusually fine menu, and in keeping with the times, guests at breakfast will find a 25-cent Defense Stamp attached to their placecard. All this for one dollar, a decided decrease from former breakfast prices. Mrs. Clyde Higgins and Mrs. C. T. McCreedy will sing a group of duets accompanied by Margaret Paelan, club accompanist. Reservations should be made with Mrs. Jack Hoover, 4-6863, and Mrs. John Halifax, 4-9587, before April 30. At the recent business meeting of the senior club, Mrs. Evan D. Roser was elected president for the new term. Mrs. G. G. Lee is first vice-president. Both Mrs. Roser and Mrs. Lee have served as presidents of the senior and junior clubs. Mrs. Malcolm B. McDonald was re-elected vice-president; Mrs. L. C. Olson, recording secretary; Mrs. James N. Ammen, corresponding secretary, and Mrs. William Hilles, treasurer.

Daughters to Have Silver Tea Today

King Arthur Chapter, Daughters of the British Empire, will sponsor a silver tea at the home of Miss Elizabeth Henderson, 1225 Avenue Valencia, from 2 to 6 Friday afternoon. A musical program featuring Miss Velda Kellcher, soprano, and Mrs. Florence Dundop, pianist, will be given, and Girl Scout Troop No. 27 will present a short skit. Presiding at the tea table will be Mrs. Robert Pentland, Sr., Mrs. Harold Littledale and Mrs. M. T. Shillington. In the receiving line and greeting guests at the door will be Mrs. Leslie Marfleet, Mrs. Leslie Coombes, Mrs. John Moore and Mrs. Shirley Layton.

Garden Club To Plan Flower Show

Election of officers will be the business for the Coral Gables Garden Club at its regular meeting Monday at the home of Mrs. B. D. Sheffield, 311 Avenue Mendoza. F. L. Northrup, teacher of agriculture, will be the speaker. Plans will be completed for the "Strolling Garden for Progress Week." In co-operation with "Progress Week" the annual celebration commemorating the birthday of Coral Gables, the Garden Club members will have flower displays in the various store windows with the names and classifications of the arrangements attached.

Association Plans Summer Golf Days

The Woman's Golf Association of the Country Club of Coral Gables has decided to play Friday afternoons beginning at 2 P. M. throughout the summer. At the opening playoff Friday, however, luncheon will be served at 12:45 at the club. This will be a get-acquainted luncheon. Blind bogey and putts will be the goals for the afternoon play. Mrs. John M. Bostwick will serve the association as general chairman and treasurer for the new year. Mrs. Rolland Raymond will be ringer chairman and Mrs. Douglas Gahr, handicapper. Mrs. Scott Crownover will be secretary; Mrs. Gorham Clifton social chairman, Mrs. Mark Irwin improvement chairman, and Mrs. Tommy Hand, publicity.

BRIDE-ELECT HONORED WITH BRIDGE PARTY

Wearing a princess style white pique dress with eyelet embroidery trim and white gardenias in her dark hair, Miss Rosemary Hartnett, bride-elect of Richard B. Roberts, 3d, was honored Tuesday afternoon with a bridge party at the home of her mother, Mrs. R. B. Roberts, Jr., 717 Alhambra Circle. First in a series of parties to be given for Miss Hartnett, Mrs. Roberts will entertain again for her next Wednesday. Other dates for parties for this popular bride-to-be will be announced.

To Chicago

Mrs. F. A. Hoover of 1228 Avenue Valencia is leaving Sunday for Chicago on a combined business and pleasure trip. While there she will study at the Jean Ferrell studios of cosmetics.

RED AND BLUE TEAMS TO PLAY BRIDGE

The Coral Gables Woman's Club teams of Mrs. Charles Weber and Mrs. Walter Wigman will give a dessert bridge at 1:30 P. M. tomorrow at "Curwig Pines," the home of Mrs. Wigman, on Hardee Drive west of Ludlum Road, South Miami.

Mrs. Street Entertains for Past Regents at Gay Mexican Party

Mrs. Wade Livingston Street, regent of the Coral Gables Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, entertained with a reception for the past regents of the chapter and the present officers yesterday at her home, Bird Villa. A Mexican touch was introduced by the ladies, who wore long dresses, high head combs, shawls and mantillas of old Mexico. Special guests included the Mexican Consul, Senor Salvador Aguayo, and ten South American aeronautical students from the Embry-Riddle School. This fine group of young men was presented by Mrs. Clark D. Stearns, president of the Pan American League of Miami. Honor guests receiving with Mrs. Street were Mesdames Philip E. Montanus, Otto J. Sieplein, Charles P. Stearns, George W. Wood, Richard F. Giersch, Jr., and Miss Helen Grace Warner, all past regents of the chapter. Also included in the receiving line were the officers and members of the executive board. Presiding at the coffee table were Mrs. Arthur P. Ferguson, Mrs. William H. Bostwick, Mrs. Harry M. Trafford, Mrs. James Sottile, Sr. Serving punch were Mesdames Lloyd W. Park, Leslie B. Wilkes, Gilbert E. Broking and Garland M. McNutt. A splendid program was enjoyed by the guests. Willard Hubbell showed a motion picture of his travels while in Mexico and also spoke on the subject "My Trip Through Mexico." Senor Jose Gasca, cellist, pleased his audience with several Mexican selections. Mrs. Rosalee Stonebreaker sang Mexican songs and Mrs. Street sang the national anthem of Mexico in Spanish, "La Paloma," and a love song of old Mexico, "Estrelita." Members of the Katherine Leseur Junior Group assisted in serving in the dining rooms, and the officers of the Tequesta Chapter, Children of the American Revolution, conducted guests on tours in the Villa gardens, pointing out the many rare shrubs, fruits, flowers and birds.

To Elect President Tonight

At a called meeting tonight at the American Legion Home, the Coral Gables Post No. 98, American Legion Auxiliary, will elect a president for the new year. Mrs. Bror E. Landahl is president pro-tem. Mrs. Frank Henry will serve as first vice-president, having been elected at the final business meeting of the year. Mrs. August Sach was elected vice-president; Mrs. A. L. McLain, treasurer; Mrs. Edna Hall, chaplain, and Miss Jeanet Landahl, sergeant-at-arms. The new president will appoint corresponding and recording secretaries and an assistant sergeant-at-arms. The auxiliary has 84 active members, the junior department 15.

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST

LeJeune Road and Avenue Andalusia Sunday Morning Service, 11:00—Sunday Evening Service 8:00 Sunday School, 9:30 A. M.—Wednesday Evening Meeting at 8:00 Free Christian Science Reading Room, 144 Avenue Aragon Open Daily Except Sunday 12 to 5—Monday and Thursday Evenings, 7:00 to 9:00

Let's Keep These THREE MEN In Office

V . . . - - - Let's Keep These THREE MEN In Office JOSEPH OTTO G. A. WORLEY I. R. (RAY) MILLS We earnestly solicit your vote for the re-election of G. A. Worley as your State Attorney. Many of you Coral Gableites will remember the big robbery of Hardy Content and Mrs. Bell at the Miami Biltmore, involving $250,000 worth of jewels, in which case Mr. Worley prosecuted and convicted two defendants for this crime. Mr. Worley has also prosecuted many other cases, such as the Cash kidnapping case, in which Franklin McCall was tried, convicted and paid the extreme penalty; the Frazell McLaren case, in which McLaren was tried, convicted and paid the extreme penalty for the killing of your police SERGEANT H. C. BARTON; the Byrd-Hudgins case in which he was tried, convicted and sentenced to the electric chair for the brutal slaying of State Highway Patrolman L. P. Daniels. These are only a few of the cases that would be of extreme interest to Coral Gables residents and the south end of Dade County. MR. WORLEY HAS OBTAINED JUDGMENTS FOR $91,554.73 AND ACTUALLY COLLECTED FOR THE TREASURY OF THIS COUNTY $65,117.32 SINCE HE HAS BEEN IN OFFICE. ALL THESE FACTS, AND MANY OTHERS, ARE A MATTER OF RECORD. When you re-elect G. A. Worley you also retain two Coral Gables residents in the office of State Attorney: Joseph Otto, Mr. Worley's Assistant, for 13 years a resident of Coral Gables residing and owning his home at 419 Navarre Avenue, and I. R. (Ray) Mills, Investigator for the State Attorney's Office, former Lieutenant of the Gables Fire Department and a police officer in Coral Gables for many years. Mills has been a constant resident of Coral Gables since 1926, residing and owning his own home at 2601 San Domingo. Mills was a working partner of the late Sergeant H. C. Barton of the Police Department. Paid Political Adv. by friends in Coral Gables, believers in Good Government and Fair Play

Announcement Flawn

Announcement Due to uncertain war conditions we are closing our Coral Gables office. We shall continue to fill orders for Flawn Our turf gardens will remain for your inspection and you are invited to visit them at any time. Address all inquiries to P. O. Box 793, Coral Gables, Florida, or to our main office in Milford, Conn. We thank you for your patronage in the past and trust that we may be in position to serve you in the future. Woodruff's Turf Gardens Ponce de Leon Boulevard at Bird Road —CORAL GABLES PHONE MIAMI 48-3001—

BIRTHDAY BARGAINS Just in Time for MOTHERS DAY GIFTS

200 Pairs Humming Bird Hose (Silk Leg, Rayon Tops) 95 Cents | 50 Jerkins and Sweaters 1/3 to 1/2 Off Now $1.59 to $3.95 200 Pieces $1.00 Costume Jewelry (Mostly Necklaces and Pins) 50 Cents 100 Leather Belts (Values $1.00 to $2.00) 50 Cents 150 Beautiful Handbags Values $1.00 to $5.00 Now 50c to $2.50 Patio Slack Suits 8 Beautiful Garments Former Values $14.95 to $20.95 SPECIAL $10.65 | $1.00 ODDS AND ENDS TABLE Pajamas and Gowns Formerly at Much Higher Prices MOTHERS DAY CARDS 5c to 25c Hundreds of Beautiful Cards to Choose From DANIELS (Use Our Free Parking Lots) OPPOSITE GABLES THEATRE CORAL GABLES