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by helen reynolds society editor Deep purple throated red orchids, a sensational color combination, were corsage gifts from their hostess, Mrs. James Sottile Jr., to her chapter, Coral Gables Chapter (board members), Daughters of the American Revolution, at the Founders Day coffee held at the Sottile home Thursday. Past regents who alternated at the coffee table also were presented the crimson blossoms. Petite Mrs. Sottile, who was wearing a black linen sheath dress, seemed to be everywhere at once, the perfect hostess. Receiving at the door were Mrs. Thomas S. Gowin, the new regent; Mrs. Robert L. Searle, vice regent, and Mrs. Herbert O. Root, second vice regent. Mrs. Richard F. Giersch and Mrs. Ralph F. Roth were past regents pouring the first half hour, and Mrs. James N. Ammen served cake cut from an enormous 36-inch square frosted affair from the buffet. The Sottile's great Florida room, with its tan and brown furnishings, its panoramic view windows with patio and swimming pool beyond, never seemed crowded... It was nice seeing Ruth (Mrs. D. W.) Weinbrenner and Mrs. Frank D. Webster, who came together. Ruth, an artist, was telling of their houseguest, Mr. A. Simmons of Sarasota. A long time friend of her husband's, he was a member of the First United States Flying Corps of Aviators. Kay (Mrs. John M.) Montgomery and Pat (Mrs. Gene) Gabriel made fashion notes in new fall browns and blacks. Kay and Pat have something in common. Kay is an actress and Pat an elocutionist. They are generous with their contributions to club and little theatre groups. It was nice chatting with Mrs. Charles K. Weaver, who as a civic-betterment citizen says she sits in every Tuesday representing the "no's" at the Metro commission meetings protesting the sale of Matheson Hammock for private endeavors, and Mrs. George C. Williams and Mrs. Wade Livingston Street (a past regent) who were exchanging summer vacation talk which included a trip to Chautauqua, N. Y., for the Williamses. SHE WANTED HER HOMETOWN PAPER Gail Thompson, freshman at Wesleyan Women's College, Macon, Ga., writes her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred W. Thompson, 1508 Alegriano Ave., that she wanted The Times sent to her every week, so that she would know what was going on in her hometown. Mrs. Thompson, who came in to The Times to make the subscription arrangement, says Gail writes that she loves it at Wesleyan, that the people of Georgia are wonderful and that her roommate hails from W. Caldwell, N. J. But she added, "Please send me more blankets, it's cold up here." * * * Dr. and Mrs. Harold Hooper, 7722 SW 53rd Ave., celebrated their wedding anniversary this past week with a five day cruise to Jamaica. * * * Two area country clubs will celebrate Halloween with gay costume parties Saturday night at their respective clubs, The Country Club of Coral Gables and the Kings Bay Yacht and Country Club.

A CANDLELIGHT CEREMONY ushered in the new officers of the Welcome Wagon recently at the Coral Gables Country Club. From left to right are, coresponding secretary, Marian Zihnn; recording secretary, Dorothy Bassi; first vice president, Kitty Steel; president, Marion Chisithol; second vice president, Joyce Hudson; treasurer, Carleen Dezell; and parliamentarian, Jamie Gibbs.

Triple Trophy Tourney Begins At Riviera

A triple trophy tournament got underway Tuesday with the Riviera Country Club Women's Golf Association members out for the qualifying rounds. In Class A, Mrs. Billie Harting was medalist with a net 75. Mrs. Harting also won the low putts (nine holes with 29. In Class B, a tie for the Medalist resulted when Mrs. Harry N. Kerr and Mrs. Thomas J. Bermingham each shot a net 76. Mrs. Kerr won the putting with 32 putts. In Class C, Mrs. David Fahriner was Medalist with a new net 77. Mrs. William H. Linkroum won the low putts with 32.

AAUW To Honor Mrs. Wirt Peters

Mrs. Wirt Peters of Coral Gables, past president of the Miami Branch, American Association of University Women, will be honored by that group at a reception Nov. 6, 2:30 p.m., at Wesley Foundation Hall on the University of Miami campus. Mrs. Peters, 3305 Alhambra Cir., is to be honored for her service to the association.

Local Golfer Once Looked To The Law

By GRACE WHIPPLE "One lawyer in the family is enough," said A. M. Franklin and thus ended the law career of Eileen Pharmer before it had begun. Eileen Pharmer was a member of the first freshman class of the University of Miami. Her major was built around pre-law. In 1931 she was graduated from the university with a B.A. That's as far as it went. Instead of becomig Eileen Pharmer, attorney-at-law, she became Mrs. A. M. Franklin whose husband is an attorney. The Franklins make their home at 5005 Orduna Drive. But this wasn't the end of her career — it was only the beginning. A strong desire to be of service and a wide range of interests plunged her into activities to which she has given as much time and energy as would have been devoted to a single career. Wrote For Times Many Gables residents may remember the "Highlights and Sidelights of Gableites" column which Mrs. Franklin used to write for The Times. "I really enjoyed it," she recalls. "I remember I received a dollar an inch for what I wrote." Along came World War II, and she pursued her long-time desire of nursing. After training at Jackson Memorial Hospital, she became a Navy nurse for two and a half years. She was associated with the Red Cross and became a lieutenant in the Civil Air Patrol. Another organization receiving special attention from Mrs. Franklin is the Grand Jury Association, which she was invited to join as a result of grand jury duty. Cancer Unit Work Center of interest for the attractive dynamo at the present time is her work as a member of the Warren Zinsmaster Chapter of the Women's Cancer Association of the University of Miami. This and other chapters throughout the Miami area raise money for cancer research projects of the University. Remembering "all work and no play . . .", Mrs. Franklin still leaves time for her golf game. Active on the Coral Gables links for many years, ("I took up golf when I discovered I was too old for tennis"), she is chairman of the Women's Golf Association at the Riviera Country Club. Being a member of the first freshman class of the University, it is almost a certainty she would be a loyal alumna — which she is. It has been a wonderful experience for her, she says, to see the University grow from one classroom building to the large campus it is today. UM Growth "The two big differences between then and now," she notes, "are the many buildings that have been and are being built and the enlarged student body. There were only about one hundred students in my graduating class," she recalls. Then talk switched to plans for a trip to the Miami-Auburn football game and Eileen Franklin's enthusiasm for her alma mater, as for everything else about which she had spoken, filled the room.

Overalls, Straws Are In Order

Get out your straw hats and your patched overalls for the square dance costume party being held Oct. 29, by the Order of Eastern Star, South Miami Chapter 250. The charity - raising event will be at the South Miami Lions Club, 7310 SW 62nd Pl. It will begin at 8:30 pm. Donation is $1 a person.

Show Biz Boy

Ronnie Shaw and his wife, Phyllis, of 3227 SW 92nd Ave., sent birth announcements to their friends in the form of a folder entitled "The Shaw Playhouse." The hit show is "Our Star is Born," the star being Steven Mitchell Shaw, born Sept. 22 at Mt. Sinai Hospital. The Shaws are in show business.

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Granada Golfers

Granada golfing gals, members of the Country Club of Coral Gables Women's Golf Association, went all out for football decor in the luncheon following the usual morning round of golf Friday. Bronze chrysanthemums, the traditional flower, green place cards and a center piece representing a football field ran the length of the table which was complete with green cardboard (field) with yellow stripes making the downs, goal posts and all. 60 Members There were 60 members out, it was a guest day, too, and the tournament was low putts. Guests winning were Mrs. Charles Long first, with 16 putts; Mrs. Ralph Helms, second, with 17, and Mrs. Howard Plasman, third, with 18. Playing in classes, members winning were Mrs. Al Dohre and Mrs. J. B. MacMurray, who tied with 14 putts in Class A; Mrs. Glenn Wood with a 16 won in Class B and Miss Caroline Duffield was second with 17. In Class C, Mrs. C. J. Cavenaugh won with 16 and Mrs. R. S. Scipp was second with 19. Pro Honored The girls also honored Larry Mapes, assistant golf pro, on his birthday with a birthday cake complete with frosting and candles. They also presented Mr. Mapes with a check. He has been with the club seven years and has assisted the golfing girls with working out the intricate tournament problems.

Secretaries Have Birthday

Observing their 5th birthday anniversary, members of the Coral Gables Chapter, National Secretaries Association (International), will celebrate with a dinner party at 7 p.m. tonight at the Ocean Ranch Hotel. The speaker will be Emil J. Gould, the chapter's "Boss of the Year." Guests will include members of sister chapters in the area.

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