Coral Gables Riviera-Times

Kris Kringle Showers Gifts Lavishly on Annual Visit

Gablesgrams

By HELEN REYNOLDS, SOCIETY EDITOR The twenty-fifth of December is just a date in the society department, because Santa Claus has been coming every day for two weeks bearing greetings from our friends. Boxes of sweets were passed around for all to share, but it is the greeting cards from former Gableites unmistakably bearing a nostalgic note, that got us. ... From Mrs. Pierre Jones and Jackie, now in Oakland, Cal., their card read, "How we miss the lovely parties in Coral Gables"... from Mrs. David Peene now in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, who writes "It is wonderful to read of all our dear friends in Coral Gables through the pages of the Riviera-Times. How I wish we were going to be there for the Christmas festivities. The girls are terribly excited over snow and winter sports but our amusement has been furnishing our new home which is a full time job." ... Incidentally, Mrs. Peene was elected president of the Coral Gables Elementary P.-T. A. before the family knew they'd be calling Toronto home this winter. . . . From Mrs. Charles Susong, a past president of the Coral Gables Woman's club, now a resident of Minneapolis The Susongs have with them this Christmas their son and daughter-in-law, "Charles and Doris"; Susong formerly of Long Beach, Cal. . . . and from the George Kinsmans from Atherton, Cal., long-time Gables residents. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Byers of 11 Avenue Santillane will entertain New Year's Eve at the Country Club of Coral Gables for their holiday houseguests who are James B. Byers of Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, brother of Mr. Byers, and Pat Kaverski of Philadelphia. Mr. Kaverski was Mr. Byers' navigator during wartime military service. Two little Christmas "shut-ins," Adrienne Barnes and Bill Gray, were made happy over the holidays by doctor's premission, a brighter New Year. Adrienne and Billy have both been in casts due to leg and hip injuries. At the home of Adrienne's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Barnes, 916 Mariposa Street, the fireplace was redecorated with a Winter Wonderland scene that brings squeals of delight from all who behold it. Created and built by Adrienne's dad, just about everything that has to do with snow, ice, skating and a northern Christmas scene, is depicted. . . . Santa's gift to Billy was substitution of a smaller cast for the big one, to enable the high school freshman to attend school when it reopens again after the holidays.

Miss Eva Haas and her escort, Charles Cross, arrive at the formal dance presented by the Parents and Teachers for young people of St. Theresa's School recently. —Riviera-Times photo by Hinman

Ervin B. Wyatt Phones Greetings From France

A "Merry Christmas" from Paris, France was wished Mrs. E. B. Wyatt yesterday when her son, Ervin B. Wyatt Jr., called. "It's really cold here," Ervin told his mother. He also told her about meeting the famous dress designer Lucien Le Long and attending the theatre with him. Ervin, who left the home of his parents at 325 Avenue Alesio in September, went to Paris to study dress designing for a year. He has already created several dresses in the latest Parisian styles. For the entire ten minutes that Ervin talked to his mother, Mrs. Wyatt said that the connection was wonderful. "It was just as though we were both in the same town," she exclaimed.

SANTA BRINGS EVERYTHING FROM GRAND PIANO TO 'NEW LOOK' TO CORAL GABLES JUNIOR SET

BY CHUCK WILEY Once again Santa has come to the Gables and, according to a day-after-Christmas survey, he did a pretty good job of leaving what he was asked to leave by the younger Gableites. Although too big to put under the Christmas tree, a grand piano was left by Santa for Douglas Sandberg, elder son of Dr. and Mrs. D. T. Sandberg. Douglas also received an archery set and several "loud" sport shirts. His brother, James, will have a new stud set and accessories for his tuxedo next time he goes to a formal shindig, thanks to jolly ole' St. Nick. And Santa wasn't partial to boys in the Sandberg home. Seven-year-old Patricia got just what she ordered from him; a big girl's bicycle painted blue. Also receiver of a big bike for Christmas was seven-year-old Johnny Brinson, son of the Paul Brinsons of 318 Avenue Alesio. Older brother, Paul, Jr., received an automatic record player. Special instructions were left by Santa for both of the Brinson boys to claim the movie projector he gave them. Little three-year-old Judy Wilcox will have to learn the correct way to push a car now that she owns a brand new station wagon (toy, that is). Her younger brother, Joel, Jr., didn't get what he wanted (his second tooth) but he's satisfied with the many small toys that he did get. Joel and Judy are children of the Joel C. Wilcoxes of thirty-seven hundred and thirty-five S. W. Sixtieth Court. Cy Peter Anfindsen, young son of the Edward I. Anfindsens, of three hundred and twenty Avenue Mendoza, can really be a regular scout now, Santa remembered to bring him a Boy Scout uniform as well as some baseball equipment which he has been wanting for a long time. A pretty rubber-skin doll was left under the K. B. Knuble tree at twenty-one hundred and sixty-two S. W. Twenty-third Terrace for three-year-old Kay. Now she'll have something to put in the doll carriage which Santa left for her sister Janice. "Cops and robbers" will be a little more interesting for young Bill Peterson, son of the Ennis T. Petersons of forty-ninety-four Bonita Avenue, now that he has a new double holster with a repeater cap gun to play with. While he's shooting bandits, his sister, Wanda, Jr., will probably be inside playing with her new "didie doll." Santa got a little mixed up on his gifts for the Davis E. James children 'cause Jerry, David and Kitty failed to write their letters to him 'til after he'd decided what he was going to give them. Nevertheless, they were "pleased as punch" with the four trains, dolls, and games that he did bring them. Greatest surprise in the James A. Lyden household this morning was when John, Jr., discovered a beautiful violin under the tree for him, proving that Santa even remembers Culver students. All his younger brother, Henry asked of this generous "gift-giver" is a little help in getting through that Orange Bowl tennis contest over on Miami Beach today! Jim Okell, Columbia Military student, will have plenty of time on his hand when he returns to school now that he has a new watch. He is the son of the George Okells of twelve forty-five Avenue Andalusia. Santa had to drag out his wallet to fulfill Christmas requests of Carolyn and Betty Cribben, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Cribben of eight thirty-six Avenue Palermo. With the money they received, the girls plan to get some of those "new look" duds to take back to Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.

Grove Young People Present Silent Films

"Flickers" are not altogether extinct and the young people in the Parish of St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Coconut Grove are going to prove it tomorrow night. Beginning at eight o'clock in the Parish Hall, a group of old silent films, complete with a barbershop quartet and music incidental to the movies, will be shown. Following this, a barn dance will be given. Proceeds from the "nickelodeon" and dance will go into the building fund of the church. Admission is $1.20 per person.

DELTA ZETA SORORITY PLANS HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AT GABLES COUNTRY CLUB

On the last Saturday of the year, alumnae, actives and pledges of Delta Zeta sorority will hold their holiday luncheon at the Country Club of Coral Gables. "The close of the year and the approaching New Year" is the theme of the luncheon which will take place at twelve-thirty in the main dining room of the club. The theme will develop both in toasts, which will summarize the activities for 1937, and in the decorations, which will feature confetti, horns, paper hats, typical of the New Year. Mrs. Thelma Peters will be toastmaster. Miss Lois Taylor will represent the alumnae and Miss Mary Lou Thompson will be soloist and song leader. Mrs. Edwin M. Singleton is general chairman of the party. Assistants are Mrs. Martin Arner, Mrs. Walter Gillentine, Mrs. Milton Coplan and Miss Betty Oehler. Toasts offered to the three college chapters in Florida, will be given by Miss Anne Singleton, of Alpha Sigma chapter, Florida State University; Miss Martha Tarbett, of Pompano, representing Beta Nu Chapter at Florida Southern College and Miss Paula Nesbit, representing Beta Nu chapter at the University of Miami.

College Students Look Forward To New Year's Holiday Events

With Christmas over and New Year's coming up, members of the college set are looking forward to celebrating one more holiday before returning to school in various parts of the country. Among students who will return to school after New Year's are Joy Cobb, Nancy Jackson, Martha Bentz, Barbara Fosgate, and Olive Jane Whitehead, all coeds from Florida State University in Gainesville. Joy is the daughter of the George S. Cobbs of 427 Avenue Velarde, while Nancy belongs to the C. F. Jacksons of 1416 Avenue Sorolla. Martha's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bentz, reside at 1021 Hardee Road, and Mr. and Mrs. Stanley P. Fosgate, parents of Barbara, live at 609 Avenue Navarre. Olive Jane is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George E. Whitehead, 315 Avenue Navarre. Returning to Duke University in Durham, N. C., will be Barbara Brown, daughter of the J. A. Browns of 3820 Alhambra Court. Jane Smith, whose parents reside at 2601 Columbus Blvd., will go back to Columbia, Missouri where she is a student at Stephens College. Also returning to Stephens will be Peggy Randol, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Randol of 1808 Ferdinand Street. Chapel Hill, N. C., will be the destination of Suzanne Hardin who is a student at the University of North Carolina. Her parents are the J. B. Hardins of 1116 Avenue Obispo.

BETTY MERRIAM HERE FROM BRYN MAWR

Here for the Christmas and New Year's holidays from Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania where she is a student at the Harcum Junior College, is Betty Louise Merriam, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Merriam, 1022 Avenue Malaga.

PLANS HOLIDAY FETE

Coral Gables Chapter, OES will have a Christmas party at eight o'clock Tuesday evening in the Masonic Hall, Douglas Entrance.

SALE! Berkley, Ltd., Inc. SALE! "The Friendly Store" 241 MIRACLE MILE AFTER CHRISTMAS CLEARANCE IN OUR Coral Gables Store Only!

This tremendous clearance is to give our many friends and customers the benefit of savings in short lots in style-wise, ready-to-wear merchandise... at worthwhile savings! Shop early while selections are complete. Lot 1 COTTON DRESSES Adorably styled cotton dresses in a variety of smart colors. Women's, misses and junior sizes... 9 to 15, 10 to 20 and 36 to 44. | VALUES $10 and $20... NOW $5 and $7 Lot 2 SILK DRESSES Women's, misses and junior dresses... in beautiful silks! Smartly designed... superior values. Some in ALL sizes. | VALUES $25 to $45... NOW $10, $12 and $15 Lot 3 EVENING GOWNS Magnificent gowns in formal and dinner styles... and in a wide size range. Choice of fine fabrics and lovely colors. | VALUES TO 49.95... NOW $15 and $25 Lot 4 WOOL DRESSES Lightweight sheer wools... and heavier wools in a wide variety of smart styles and colors. Misses and junior sizes. | VALUES $15 to $25... NOW $8 and $12 Lot 5 BETTER DRESSES Truly sensational reduction in these better dresses... all are 100% wool. Superbly designed and in misses, women's, junior sizes. | VALUES TO $69.95... NOW $15 and $25 Lot 6 GROUP BLOUSES Smart tailored types... and feminine dressy type blouses in this group. Long and short-sleeved styles in wanted colors and fabrics. | VALUES TO $6 and $10... NOW $3 and $5 Lot 7 WOOL SKIRTS A wide selection of quality skirts in fine wools... choice colors and a variety of styles. | Full and wide size range in them. VALUES TO $10... NOW $5 Lot 8 CHILDREN'S WEAR Cleverly styled wool skirts in plaids, checks and solid colors. Very well made and in a wide range of children's sizes. | VALUES TO $5... NOW $2 Lot 9 A wide and choice selection of children's blouses in a smart selection of colors and short or long-sleeved styles. | VALUES $2.50... NOW $1.75 Lot 10 RAYON HALF-SLIPS Quality petticoats... tailored or lace trimmed. With elastic banded waists, and in a wide size range. White or tearose. | VALUES OF $2... NOW $1

GREETING CARDS

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A Merry Christmas AND A Happy New Year 48-4224

CONNELLS ENTERTAIN NEW YEAR'S GUESTS

Among Mississippi football fans who'll attend the Orange Bowl classic New Year's day are Mr. and Mrs. Merton W. Bush who will arrive Monday from Biloxi. While here, they will be houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Connell, 1101 N. Greenway Drive. Hosts and guests will attend the New Year's party at the Riviera Country Club.

MANY SAW Accessories THEY LIKED — but not the PRICE! However, by giving 1/4 — 1/3 — 1/2 OFF on many items we are trying to co-ordinate the PRICE of our accessories with your DESIRE. CLEARANCE SALE ON

ALL MERCHANDISE IS NEW AND FRESH-LOOKING—NOT AS USUALLY SEEN IN A CLEARANCE SALE ON HANDBAGS of suede and broadcloth. Originally priced from 18.50 to 65.00 BLOUSES (sizes 32-40). Originally priced from 5.95 to 35.00 MILLINERY (dressy and casual). Originally priced from 5.00 to 55.00 AND COSTUME JEWELRY—SKIRTS—BELTS We advise early shopping as quantities are limited Roal Accessories FEMININE FROM HEAD TO FOOT 348 MIRACLE MILE CORAL GABLES

THE BEACON PLAYERS OPEN THEIR WINTER SEASON WITH "Petticoat Fever" JAN. 6-10

AT THEIR PLAY HOUSE 1400 Sunset Dr., Coral Gables ALL SEATS RESERVED $2.40 - $1.80 - $1.20 - $1.20 PHONE 48-0181

LYDENS TOGETHER FOR HOLIDAYS

Rosemary Lyden came all the way from Boston, where she is a student at the New England Conservatory, to spent Christmas day with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Lyden, 2928 Alhambra Circle. Also home for the holidays is her brother, John Jr., a student at Culver in Culver, Ind.

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BALLET * TOE * CHARACTER * MODERN SPECIAL CLASSES FOR SMALL CHILDREN MORNING AND EVENING EXERCISE CLASSES FOR WOMEN 2901 Ponce de Leon Blvd., 3rd Fl. Phone 48-5462 OUR OWN STUDIO THEATRE UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT 237 Palermo Avenue WILL BE COMPLETED BY THE END OF DECEMBER