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Coral Gables Riviera-Times
Thursday, November 6, 1947, page 4 (of 8)
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CORAL GABLES Riviera-Times
PAGE FOUR RIVIERA-TIMES THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 CORAL GABLES Riviera-Times Published Monday through Friday afternoons by the Riviera Publishing Company, 3000 Avenue Aragon, Coral Gables 34, Fla. Established as a weekly news- paper January, 1926; combined with the Dade County Courter in March 1926. Published daily except Saturday and Sunday. MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL EDITORIAL ASSO- CIATION AND FLORIDA PRESS ASSOCIATION. Albert E. Harum, Editor and Publisher; Kenneth S. Reynolds, Business Manager; Harry G. Myers, Managing Editor; Helen Reynolds Society Editor; Edward W. Wright, Circulation Manager. MEMBERS AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATIONS FULL LEASED WIRE, UNITED PRESS ASSOCIATIONS NATIONAL EDITORIAL ASSOCIATION 1951 Active Member RIVIERA 36 SUBSCRIPTION RATES:-Six months, $6.00; one year, outside of United States, $15.00; local, $12.00; one year, out-of-town, $14.00. Mail delivery by car- rier, 25 cents per week. Entered as Second Class Matter May 11, 1926, at the Post Office at Miami, Fla., under the Act of March 3, 1897. THE OFFICES ARE IN Coral Gables 34, Florida. Phone 4-1644. P.O. BOX 1031. The Coral Gables Riviera-Times is liable for errors in advertisements only to extent of the space in which the advertisement appears.
Annexation
Setting of a date for the balloting on the proposed gas franchise also brings into sharp focus the plea of a group of the residents of what is known as "Lower No Man's Land" that they be taken into Coral Gables. If any action is to be forthcoming on this annexation proposal, it must be voted on by the residents of Coral Gables on March 2, the date set for the special gas election. Prior to the election, the residents of the area in question must stage a balloting of their own, under the direction of the Coral Gables city clerk. If a majority of those people decide that they wish to become a part of Coral Gables, then it will be up to the local citizenry to decide in the city elec- tion whether or not they want to take them in. When the idea was first brought to the attention of the commission, it was imme- diately followed by a howl of protest from some of the people who live in No Man's Land. Some of the more vociferous made some very foolish charges that the Gables commission was conniving to envelop them. Nothing could have been farther from the case. The proposal came from a group of their own neighbors. To be brutally frank about it, the city stands to lose a lot more than it will gain by accepting the section area as a part of this strictly-zoned commun- ity. From a taxing standpoint, most of the homes are totally homestead exempt. Since that time, the proposal area for in- clusion has been narrowed until now it con- tains just a three block strip that lies along the southern border of the Gables, south of Tamiami Trail. If the majority of the group in the revised area wish to come into the Gables, then Coral Gables citizens should lend a courteous ear to their plea, weigh the merits of the plan, and vote accordingly. But if a revival of the plan results again in disorderly mass meetings and hurled ep- epithets at city officials, inclusion of such a group would hardly be worth the effort. Coral Gables, long a bulwark against Hit- ler-like methods of consolidation, has no desire to incorporate any area against the wishes of the people who reside there. That stand should be made perfectly clear to all parties concerned in the annexation movement before another step is taken.
In Our Mail
Editor, Riviera-Times: I have read your recent editorials concern- ing the joining of Coral Gables with its neighbors. I will appreciate if you will raise a voice for the people who do not see eye to eye with your opposition to this proposal. As you must know, there is considerable waste motion in every municipal govern- ment. There is also an unnecessary duplica- tion of work when city and county govern- ments function as separate units, yet per- form the same services, levy taxes and make out bills for the same group of people. There are many of us who feel that econo- my in government comes before a rather childish pride in being an "independent com- munity." Perhaps if some of your readers realized that this independence which they praise so highly is nearly doubling their tax bills, they wouldn't be quick to condemn the merg- er. Sincerely yours, READER
[Letter to Editor]
Editor Riviera-Times: Accepting Jim Moore's invitation to air our views in your columns, I first want to congratulate you for giving Coral Gables a fine daily newspaper. In addition to enjoying the abundance of well edited local news, I especially like the capsule treatment of wire stories. Clear and concise, it gives the real meat of national and international news--just the way the majority of us, I am sure, like to have it printed. Monday night's Riviera-Times brought us, however, some disheartening news. I mean by that, the lamentable report that MacArthur's candidacy for the Presidency seems almost a certainty. As I see it, we have had enough supreme egotism in the White House for generations to come. F. N. E.
Pennies Start Library
SHORT QUIRKS Pennies Start Library FITCHBURG, Mass. (UP) - Fitchburg school children, anxious for a library of their own, oversubscribed a self-imposed quota of $1,000,000 to start one. The entire project is expected to cost $200,000 and will consist of an addition to the present Wallace Library.
Hubbies Have Right
MILWAUKEE (UP)-Mrs. Elaine Streh- low was awarded a divorce, but on other grounds than because she charged her hus- band, Edmond, played too much golf. The judge ruled that any man who works hard all day to support a family is entitled to whole- some recreation.
TOP O' THE TOWN Superlatives
By Al Harum In addition to all the other wonders of our present era we have developed a tendency toward the use of superlatives. Of course it takes superlatives to describe an age of wonders and we are inclined to carry these descriptive adjectives into departments of life which do not and should not require them. It is very difficult to de- scribe television, for in- stance, without using the words "astounding" or the "marvel of the age" and de- scribing it as "the most sig- nificant and important" de- velopment in the field of radio. But when we start car- rying their kind of language into the realm of the com- mon, ordinary, garden variety happenings in life we depreciate the value of the superla- tives. Nowadays every heavy rainfall is a "record" rainfall; every hurricane is the "worst in our history"; every train wreck is the "most devastating"; every fire is the "most spectacular." It behooves us folks in Florida to take especial note of this trend and to take special pains to guard gettting ourselves too deep in this superlative rut because we were victims of it not too long ago. The news writers, as a group, have not been exempted or excluded from this trend. On a recent trip North the writer was beseiged with inquiries regarding the wel- fare of the populace and terrain of the Florida which had been torn in the recent "cataclysmic," "record-breaking" hurricane. One Gables couple we know received a pack- age of food from relatives in Australia who promised further aid to the "stricken" in- habitants of the area where we, in the path of the "most" something or other hurricane which had ever cut a path in our state. Our second blow was the high water call- ed for another raid on Webster's good book and the boys trotted out another fine collec- tion of superlatives to describe our newest plight. Yes, we suffered. But we all pitched in and helped those who suffered and the broad swath of humanity which is Florida remained in one piece. It's getting to the point where we might find ourselves at a complete loss to describe a real disaster, as the bottom of the word barrel is empty of superlatives.
Stop This Hoax
Utterly unfounded reports continue to cir- culate that a blind person can obtain a See- ing Eye Dog by collecting quantities of tin- foil, empty paper match folders, cigarette packages, tinfoil and cellophane tabs on such packages, or similar articles, the Coral Ga- bles Chamber of Commerce warned today. These vicious rumors still gather in new victims despite repeated work to stamp out the hoax, by the press, the Better Business Bureaus. The Seeing Eye, Inc., and commerc- ial companies frequently involved. There is absolutely no truth in any such rumors and their further circulation, largely through careless gossip, has caused needless frustration and heartbreak to an already cruelly handicapped group-the blind them- selves. Scores of blind persons have saved thousands of useless articles, some with the help of their entire community, only to find that their work was in vain. Very recently, for example, a local person in New Jersey published the following classified advertise- ment in his local newspaper: "WANTED-Please save the red cellophane ribbon which you find wrap- ped around cigarette package of most brands to enable a blind man to collect 50,000 of these ribbons to obtain a see- ing eye dog. Please help in this effort and send ribbons to ---" The Seeing Eye, Inc., of Morristown, N. J. has repeatedly asked that blind persons de- siring a dog to write directly to the organiza- tion for particulars.
A LITTLE EDEN or THE FALL OF MAN IMPENDETH
They had lived in apartments all of their lives, And good landlord, she the best of wives, But always she'd longed for a little backyard, A vegetable garden and a bit of greensward. He was lukewarm about making a change, And such a transition was hard to arrange. So they compromised on a big window-box, Outside the window-where she could raise phlox. He fashioned a box which he fastened outside, And she was as happy as any young bride. She placed plants therein, which she faithfully tended. Their care and her housework perfectly blended. And her man, strange to say, became so enthused That often the neighbors see gravely amused For when he is needed for some household deeds, He is out in the window-box looking for weeds.
KEEPING FIT FOR THE BATTLE
Why does the average woman today Go to such trouble to keep herself slim, Viewing an increase of weight with dismay, Fighting to check it, determined and grim? Our female ancestors, pleasantly plump, Would pleasantly smile if they gained a pound, Not throught the extra weight made one a frump, For menfolks those days preferred their dames round. Why this great change if not pleasing her man, To to carry less weight on her daily ramble? Does she diet so that she more easily can Slip through the line at a nylon scramble? -J. L. BEERS.
Neoprene Does It
WILMINGTON, Del. (UP) - Neoprene may be the answer to a fisherman's prayer. Neoprene is the new rubber substance that is going into artificial lures which look like real live bait and are easier to handle.
At Days Here
"The older I get, the stronger I get-I never used to be able to carry ten dollars worth of groceries in one hand." At Days Here Snow was falling, but Denver seemed like home to Capt. and Mrs. John Ryan last week. The Gables couple were window shoppink when they were stopped in their tracks by a department store display featuring Helen Holley's new mystery "Dead Run"... Completely off their course, a couple of strangers to the Gables knocked at a Toledo Drive door to ask directions to an Avenue Asturia address. Their in- formant complied genially but soon got tangled up in right and left turns. "Heck", she said as she headed for her own car. "Follow me. It's simpler to guide you than to tell you how to get there." A customer asked Bill Hofstetter when he was going to send a crew down to mow the lawn. "What's the rush?" in- quired Bill, "You can still see your house, can't you?"... Walter and Grace Wigman decided to be neighborly last week-end and go call on the new folks just down the road a piece from "Curwig Pines." The neighbors turned out to be Ray Craig, an old buddy of Walter's, and his wife. Walter Ashby looks exactly like we've always thought a consul should look... On the other hand Leo LeMaire, the new Country Club maitre d'hotel looks more like a young bank executive... The C of C is puzzled over a letter re- ceived from Charles Johnson of Cleveland, Ohio, which bore a Coral Gables postmark. Said Mr. Johnson: I have traveled the world over. I am now ready to settle down and retire but not in the noisiest place in the United States. The poor people with brass throats-I pity them." Civic group staffers feel sure he must mean Cleveland. Betty Weaver, former interne staff writer and now an airline hostess was among our well wishers on Monday. Betty left in a hurry after viewing our copy of the paint- ing of the Gay Philosopher hanging in the publisher's office. She liked it so much she went on the trail of another repro- duction of the "masterpiece." Doris Pountney reports that she called the Army Re- cruiting Office the other day to find out if the National emergency was over. They couldn't tell her-and the C. of C. reports an inquiry by an 18-year-old about draft boards that the Veterans Administration had been unable to answer for him. "What can I do for you?" Dr. Norman R. Buchan asked the tall gentleman who walked into his office at the Univer- sity of Miami. "You can give me back my pants," replied Leon LaSalle, local clean-or-dye man. "We delivered Dr. Buchanan's clothes to you by mistake." The journalism prof promised to surrender the trousers before his fellow faculty member was reduced to wearing a barrel... don't count on Dick Thiel's nearsightedness in a poker game. He can see stud hands at the far end of the table remarkably well.
FROM A RIVIERA NOTEBOOK
By Mary Helm Clarke DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN-? This page of the Notebook is dedicated to the "old-tim- ers" who enliven every party when they preface their re- marks by: "I remember when--" How much of an "old- timer" are you? DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN- 1-Coral Gables' one and only dandelion bloomed on Al- hambra Circle? 2-Bird's Filling Station occupied the small triangle at Alhambra, Silver Bluff Avenue and Galiano Street? (Or have you wondered why this remains such a neglected spot-- a tombstone of Boom Days?) 3-Coral Gables had its Ocean Beach Drive? The first address for the University was "Anastasia, Riviera Drive and Ocean Beach Drive." (Could that be Segovia Street?) 4-The Antilla Hotel was transferred into a SUPPER CLUB by Albert Bouche, who removed the fountain from the dance floor and erected a stage at the end of the hall? 5-The "Charm Shop" was "at the sign of the elephant" at Alcazar and Ponce? (What has an elephant to contribute to charm?) 6-Piggly Wiggly sold Shoulder Lamb Roast for 12 cts a pound and Breast of Lamb for 9 cts a pound? Home grown snap beans, 3 pounds for a quarter? 7-The Hurricanes played their first football game against the Rollins College freshmen, October 23, 1926? 8-A mammoth Benefit Bridge Party was held at the bottom of the Venetian Pool? (The water was not annoying; The pool was drained and cleaned for the occasion.) 9-Kenneth Allyn and Bill Denslow tunneled through underbrush to get to the Elementary School? 10-Tropical Park was a Dog Racing Track? And here is the 64 dollar item. Only the true "old-tim- ers" can say: "I remember when the Merrick home was a long, narrow, log house. hung inside with painted muslin." Do you remember that? Please answer, if you do.
LESLIE H. COOMBES REALTOR
FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SEE LESLIE H. COOMBES REALTOR 2312 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Phone 4-2586
JUST BETWEEN US Critical Beau Puts Foot Down On Long Skirt Trend
By NANCY MOTTRAM "DEAR NANCY: I have a fashion problem, and it's one that seems to be quite common these days. I finally wangIed a new dress from Dad, and to keep up with the styles, bought one with a longer skirt. I wore it on a date with the boy I go steady with, and he had a fit. He criticised it all evening and told me that I should have more sense than to wear anything as stupid as that. I've had enough. Who can stand being insulted all evening? Should I stand up for my rights, or give in and keep peace between us?" FASHION arguments are often strong and spirited, but the cases of blighted romances that follow in their wake are few and far between. If he objects so violently, you have a choice. Either wear your long skirts and argue until one of you gives in, or make an exception and avoid them when you're out with him. It all depends on who'll give in gracefully. If he's determined about such a small matter, tell him that you bought it because you thought he'd be pleased, but since he's so opposed to it- Chances are you'll be free to follow the styles, unless he enjoys the role of dictator. "DEAR NANCY: I have a lot of fun with the crowd I go with, but once in a while they all turn on me, though in a friendly way and begin kidding me. They make a joke about everything I do, or say, and I can't help getting mad or hurt. Eventually they stop, but there's always the same thing the next time. It bothers me, and yet, although I've asked them not to, what can I do? YOU'RE an easy mark. They kid you because they know they can get away with it. It bothers you, and you let them see that it does. As long as you rise to their bait, they won't stop. The only thing to do is to take it with a smile. Laugh at the remarks, when they're aimed at you. Even aim a clever word at your antagonist. When they discover that you can hand it out, and take it, your troubles will be over. "DEAR NANCY: A boy I've been introduced to once, and then very casually at a party, has been calling me fran- tically. I thought he was pleasant and nice looking when I met him, but I'm going steady. However, when I refuse to go out with him, he tells me I'm silly, that we could have a lot of fun, and why don't I say yes? So far, I've kept on saying no, but he won't give up. What shall I tell him now? TELL him firmly and bluntly that that's as far as you're con- cerned. If he won't understand English, be firm. Say you're sorry, but you're tied up that evening and can't make it. If you stick to that line, you won't be rude, so it should cause no bad feeling.
Kids Baffle You? School Library Provides Answers
Coral Gables Elementary School library shelves boast a row of books for adults--and their well-thumbed pages testify that parents are aware they still have much to learn. "The volumes are actually books written for children by nationally recognized educators and child guidance auth- orities," explained Mrs. Richard Killen, chairman of P.T.A. sponsored project. "They deal in simple terms with all the prob- lems that oc- cur during the process of 'growing up'," she said. "To give in- dividual mo- thers and fa- thers the op- portunity of exercising their own prerogative of disagreeing with the authorities, the books are loaned only to parents and teachers. "Parents may look them through and pass them on to their sons and daughters if they wish- or may use them simply as guide in raising their families and an- swering the multitude of questions posed by children of all ages," Mrs. Killen said. The Parent-Teachers organiza- tion authorized purchase of the "library" when members in infor- mal discussion admitted baffle- ment in dealing with identical problems presented by their grow- ing boys and girls. Mrs. Killen, aided by Mrs. Wiley Willis, Mrs. Revis Butler, Mrs. William Charlton and Mrs. Joe Cood, were assigned the job of collecting authoritative informa- tion on the subject of child be- havior. Are you anxious to give your children an intelligent attitude on sex hygiene but uncertain how to present the subject? "A Boy Growing Up" and its sister vol- ume, "A Girl Growing Up" devote a chapter each to calm discussion of health hygiene with regard to sex. Are you constantly confronted with the argument "Jane is al- lowed to do it, why can't I?" The volumes suggest a behavior stand- ard and pattern for boys and girls of all ages. Do you doubt sometimes that you'll survive John or Joan's stormy journey through adoles- cence? The book "Teen Days" investigates the accompanying emotional upheavals and offers constructive advice both to 'teen- agers and parents. Without condescension, Emily Post's "Children Are People" in- structs children in the social amenities expected of them as they progress from high chair to dating age. "Growing Together" constitutes a manual of responsibilities of the child toward his family and home, and of the parent toward the hap- piness and home-education of their children. All volumes carry the stamp of approval of the National Parent- Teachers Association
Elementary P-TA To Hear Report On State Confab
MRS. BRINSON The Coral Gables Elementary School Parent-Teachers Associa- tion, numbering some 1,500 mem- bers, will be called into general session Tuesday afternoon at the school auditorium. Mrs. Paul H. Brinson, president of the group and delegate to the State P-T. A. convention at St. Petersburg last week, will report on the all-Florida meeting. Mrs. William Wigton and Prin- cipal Bertha Webb, who accompan- ied Mrs. Brinson to the West coast meeting, will give accounts of ac- tivities undertaken by other par- ent and teacher organizations throughout the State. Also on the agenda will be a report by Mrs. Warren Gilbert on the Hallowe'en Carnival, which brought close to $2,000 to the As- sociation's treasury. The meeting will be followed by tea in the school patio.
Menores Residents Return from Trips
Mrs. Belle N. Oxley has return- ed to her home on Menores Avenue after spending ten days in Atlanta, Ga., with her son-in-law and daugh- ter, Mr. and Mrs. Norman H. Schuett. While there, she enjoyed a reunion with her sister, Mrs. L. S. Furr, of New Orleans, and her brother, W. L. Faxton, of Houston, Texas. After a summer visit in Ken- tucky with relatives Mr. and Mrs. Ward McAllister have returned to their apartment at 122 Avenue Menores.
Order of Amaranth
The forthcoming visit of the Su- preme Royal Matron will be the topic for discussion when Hibiscus Court 4, Order of Amaranth, meets tonight at 8 p. m. in Biscayne Temple.
Hoosiers Return From Motor Trip
A sentimental journey back to Indiana where they met and were wed, was ended this week when Dr. and Mrs. H. R. Mansfield re- turned to their home at 2128 Coral Way. The Hoosiers motored North and spent six weeks renewing friendships in Indianapolis, visit- ing the doctor's family in Evans- ville and "just resting."
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