Coral Gables Riviera-Times

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EVENTS • MEETINGS RIVIERA TIME TABLE

Organizations are invited to list scheduled activities to the daily Riviera Time Table. Listings for this calendar of activities must reach the Riviera-Times editorial offices by 3 p.m. the day preceding publication. This Evening MUNICIPAL COURT—Convenes at police station, 5 p.m. AQUAFOLLIES—and coronation of Orange Bowl queen, Venetian Pool, 8 p.m. MASONIC LODGE—Gables Masons to install officers at Chapter Ballroom, Lodge Hall, 8 p.m. GABLES THEATER—"Where There's Life, Bob Hope. CORAL THEATER—"Deep Valley," Ida Lupino. EXCHANGE CLUB—Meets at Antilla Hotel, 6:30 p.m. Tomorrow KIWANIS CLUB—Meets at Country Club of Coral Gables, 12:15 p.m. OPTIMISTS CLUB—Meets at Country Club of Coral Gables, 6:15 p.m. BEAUTIE PLAYERS—Cocktail reception, Robert Clay Hotel, 4 p.m. AQUAFOLLIES—Venetian Pool, 8 p.m. GABLES THEATER—"Northwest Outpost," Nelson Eddy. CORAL THEATER—"Ghost and Mrs. Muir," Rex Harrison.

Wallace 3d Party Threat Expected On Air Tonight

WASHINGTON, Dec. 29. (UP) — Henry A. Wallace is expected to threaten a third party presidential candidacy tonight in a move designed to gain control of the Democratic party or wreck it. Wallace is billed to state his position in a 15-minute radio address (Mutual Broadcasting System) from Chicago at 10:30 p.m. (EST). Sources close to Wallace said flatly he would announce his willingness to run for the presidency next year on a new "progressive" party ticket. If Wallace qualifies his announcement it probably will be to say he will lead a third party movement unless President Truman changes administration foreign policy, especially toward Russia.

SCHENLEY PARK NEWS Cowboy and Indian Suits Predominate as Xmas Gifts

By PEGGY GORDON Riviera-Times Correspondent Though Christmas and all of its surprises has passed, the spirit prevails and neighbors are reliving and exchanging stories of that glorious day. From the small-fry should be dressed more in the spirit of their natures and did a wholesale job of delivering Indian and cowboy outfits. Among those proudly exhibiting their prowess in the tomahawk and shooting department are Bill and Bruce Quayle and Kathleen and Bruce Kelley. A Christmas party that delighted so many of us in the neighborhood was one given by Mrs. George McLaughlin 5797 S. W. 31st. We were all requested to bring, besides our cheer, a white elephant as an exchange present, The party started off in gay spirits when Mrs. McLaughlin had her little Mexican Chihauhua present to each guest a handmade pot holder of varied colors. The game of writing words out of Merry Christmas was rewarded by beautiful handmade gifts by the hostess. Mrs. Erma Betts, 5806 S.W. 30th won a lovely box of hand-painted stationery; Mrs. W. Steinback 4801 S.W. 31st a wise old owl lapel pin made out of felt and also an etched aluminum ash tray. Mrs. Marks, Mrs. McLaughlin's mother, received the consolation prize of a bar of Yardley's soap. It was Mrs. Betts who kept the party rolling with her wonderful talent for playing the piano for all to join in for Christmas carols and also gave some clever dramatic skits. After the delicious refreshments were served Jimmy McLaughlin played on the piano three Chopin preludes. Those exchanging white elephant gifts and with much success were Mrs. J. B. Cook, 5808 S.W. 31st St., Mrs. Cye Bowen, 5807 S.W. 31st St., Mrs. H. B. Meningal, Mrs. W. G. Marks, Mrs. Warren Steinback and Mrs. Erma Betts, 4806 S.W. 31st St. Mrs. John Cook solved the family gathering on Christmas morning by inviting close to 20 people including relatives and close friends in for coffee and some of her famous home-made coffee cake which permitted them all to enjoy the excitement of their two youngsters, Nancy and John Edward. The children in their preparations for the day of giving made several kinds of cookies, of course with Mamma's supervision, and all the older members of our block were the lucky receipients. The garage of the Hartwell Hunters, 5748 S.W. 30th St., certainly had the appearance of Santa's workshop just before the 25th when they were working on a Hobby horse for Miss Aline and the final product was one of the cutest ever seen, with black, white and red wood with hand-painted details. The yellow tail of yarn and silver bell around its neck completed a very coy and elegant pony. Their guests for Christmas dinner were two University of Miami students. Douglas White and Jack Thompson. Bringing out probably one of the most effective arrangements of the Christ child in the manger was the fireplace of the George McLaughlins. The entire fireplace was lined with cotton and artificial pinecones snow. Surrounding the manger were the usual representitive figures and over them, two angels suspended as though they were flying overhead. Back From Ontario Mrs. Cye Bowen really found herself in a whirl after her return trip from Ridgeway, Ontario, where she and her little daughter, Linda, visited Mr. Bowen's family for the first time. Besides the usual preparation for Christmas she had the added enjoyment of having her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Waldeck of Winter Haven, Fla., visit them for a few weeks, with their small son Bobby. The Waldecks who were originally from Miami have made a practice for years of coming back in the hunting season for birds, deer and snakes. Mrs. Bowen's mother, Mrs. R. C. Cooper of Nashville, Tenn., has also returned for the season. Gus Ashem, 5773 S.W. 31st St., was exuding with the holiday spirit the other day when we passed his house and he asked us in to taste a bite of his own golden fruit cake and with it a glass of Port pear old port purchased years ago from the Port an Spain. Mr. Ashem was also the proud chef of the 28-pound turkey he cooked Christmas for his son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Gill. Not the least of the presents in the Ashem home was a beautiful Italian hand carved chair which Mr. Ashem took upon himself to upholster single handed and no one would know from the professional appearance of the finished product that this had been his first attempt. We were informed there were almost 1400 upholstery nails along with a bit of cussin' and discussin' that went into the final product! Some of the trickery used in lights this season was produced by Prof. Donald Cook, 5808 S.W. 31st St., whose Christmas tree lights blinked intermittently, just one passed in fron: of it. I haven't yet discovered anyone who was able to find the secret of this seeing eye. Jimmy McMahon, 5760 S.W. 31st St., had his novel way of returning the season's greeting by flashing on two bulbs inserted in his bow tie and connected with a battery in his pocket which never failed to bring a joyous response of some kind.

Heavy Safe Stolen From Sundry Store

(Continued from Page One) thieves probably pushed the safe into the door on rollers. Lieutenant Bishop said a car or pickup truck must have been backed to the rear door and the safe simply. dropped into the rear. The store owners were not sure how much the safe contained and were checking their books today to get an exact figure. But they indicated to detectives that the safe contained at least two or three hundred dollars.

Truck Driver Faces Reckless Charge

The Negro driver of a University of Miami dump truck which was in an accident with another truck on South Dixie Highway and Grand Avenue was held today on charges of reckless driving and police also believe the man, Clarence Wilson, 44, of 3457 Elizabeth Street, Coconut Grove, has been an agent for the sale of bolita tickets. Police reported that a number of the lottery tickets were found on Wilson when he was brought to headquarters following the crash yesterday. Wilson, according to police, admitted he had been selling the tickets.

Terry Appointed To Hospital Post

James C. Terry was appointed business manager of the Coral Gables hospital today, replacing Frank B. Johnston. Terry, who was head book-keeper at the hospital until his promotion, is a former Army captain and comes originally from Tennessee.

2 Medicine Cabinets Stolen on Building Job

W. J. Potter reported to police today that thieves had entered a building under construction at 2400 Ponce de Leon Boulevard over the weekend. Two medicine cabinets valued at $42 were taken, Potter said.

To Observe Holiday

The Coral Gables City Hall will be closed from noon Wednesday until Friday morning to give city hall workers a New Year's holiday, it was announced today by City Manager William T. McIlwain. Other municipal departments will be on a business as usual basis, the city manager stated.

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Tomorrow's Entries at Gulfstream

3 Exam Boards Are Reappointed

Members of three examining boards were reappointed today by City Manager William T. McIlwain. They include the examining boards for building contractors, electricians and plumbers. A. Harvey Baxter, George Preston and William Tschumy were returned for one year to the contractors' board while Mark L. Albury, J. L. Malcomb and John E. Myers were reappointed to the electrician's examining board. Supervising examinations for plumbers will be Joseph H. Dunne, Charles Gardhouse and Louis E. Miller.

Electric Age Overtakes Chicago Lamplighters

CHICAGO (UP)—In the infancy of the atomic age, 17 Chicago workmen soon will have their jobs snatched away from them by another era—the electric age. The workmen are lamplighters who operate the city's 4,400 gas-burning and 280 gasoline fixtures. The city has let contracts to replace her antiquated lights. Now it is just a question of a few weeks before the lamplighters will be looking for new jobs.

Students to Argue On Government

William Pierce and Brad White, members of the debating club of the University of Virginia, will debate with members of the University of Miami debating club, Jane Wansley and Caroline Drummond, from 3:14 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. tomorrow at station WNPB. The subject chosen is "Resolved that Federal World Government should be established now". Both Bill Pierce and Brad White are former members of the Ponce de Leon High debating team and are honor graduates of Ponce.

Boys Will Be Boys

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (UP) — College students no longer are satisfied with picking up roadside "no parking" signs to decorate their rooms. Five Purdue University students were arrested for taking four-coinoperated parking meters from their sidewalk moorings. They told police they wanted the meters for souvenirs. The largest income group in the United States last year was that earning from $2,000 to $5,000 a year. It composed 21.6 per cent of all families and single persons in the country.

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