The Times

'OMEN ON THE AUCTION BLOCK was a common sight in England during the early 1700's and the scene such as this one, came to life in South Miami recently. The Sunrisers, a choral group at South Miami Junior High School, presented their version of the opera "Martha" for the Parent Teacher's Association. The opera, by Flotow, unfolds in England during the reign of Queen Anne in the dawn of the 18th Century. In this scene, the sheriff (Richard Swift) stands on a high mound of dirt as he points with his sword to the women he is auctioning. The women are, left to right, Nancy Peach, Nancy Schmeisser, Barbara Duckworth and Agnes Tibor.

THE CROSS CURRENTS OF LOVE unfold in this scene from the opera "Martha," recently performed by the Sunrisers at South Miami Junior High School. Standing on the steps and unconcerned with the proposals of her suitor is, far left, Davida Mirman (Martha). Her suitor, with hat in hand and on bended knees, is Howard Zacur (Lionel). Not too sure of the wisdom of this love affair are Carole Ferrell (Nancy) and Drew [?]rris (Sir Tristan), who play Martha's maid and cousin, respectively.

South Dade GOP To Eat Hamburgers

An informal get together is planned for Saturday, March 11, at Col. Richard Jones' ranch, 6850 SW 94th St. The function is being put on by the South Dade Republican Club and will last from 4-8 p.m. Hamburgers, baked beans, donuts, and coffee will be served. The charge is $1 for adults and 50 cents for children. For reservations call any one of the following: Mrs. E. P. Bancroft, CE 5-1470; Mrs. J. C. McGlon, CE 5-2547; Mrs. R. M. Jones, MO 5-2159; Mrs. G. F. Stuedler, CE 5-7729. * * * The South Dade Republican Club will meet at Suniland Hall (Suniland Shopping Center), 11539 S. Dixie Hwy., Thursday, March 9, at 8 p.m. The program will center around the showing of the film "Ten Nations and the U.S.A." The film deals with a discussion of the pros and cons of the welfare state in Europe and its economic and political reverberations.

CONGRESSMAN Dante Fascell and Furman E. Thomas one of the Congressman's Principal nominees to the U. S. Naval Academy, 1961 classes, discuss Thomas' propects in the Washington office at the time Congressman Fascell gave the young man the good news that he had been selected as a principal nominee. Furman is the 18-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Thomas, 6740 S.W. 55th Street. He is presently attending the Sullivan Preparatory School in Washington, D. C.

Motorcycle Officer Injured

South Miami motorcycle officer Robert Collier suffered severe bruises and lacerations in an accident involving his cycle and an automobile Friday morning, March 3, at South Dixie Highway and 80th St. Traveling south on the highway, Collier hit the side of a car attempting to cross from east to west on 80th St. Driver of the car, Verna Cook, Northbrook, Ill., was charged with the accident. The wind-shield and left side of the Harley - Davidson motorcycle were damaged.

South Miami Federal Plans New Building

South Miami Federal Savings and Loan Association, five years old and growing fast, is planning new offices on the north-east corner of SW 61st Ave. and Sunset Dr. A building four or five stories high will be built this year, with the financial institution's offices on the first floor. The upper floors will be leased out, according to A. Vance Morgan, South Miami Federal's executive vice president. Striving For Height "We're striving for height," Morgan said, "so the building can be seen from either side of the tracks." Architect is South Miamian Harry E. Penney. Morgan said lease commitments have already been arranged for most of the upper story offices. In addition, there will be an employes' cafeteria and a community meeting room on the upper floors. "South Miami Federal is proud of the progress of South Miami and South Dade County," Morgan said. "This building will reflect our faith in the future of the area." South Miami Federal will have a frontage of 236 feet on Sunset Dr. and extend 322 feet north to SW 71st St. Parking will be in the rear of the building. Work In June Plans call for bids on the structure in April or May with construction to begin in June. "We hope to be in the building by the end of the year," Morgan said. South Miami Federal opened Feb. 4, 1956. At the end of 1956 its assets totaled $2,459,895. Assets at the end of 1960 were $11,196,222.

$500 Television Set Reported Stolen

A thief with a yen for large television screens stole a 24-inch set valued at $500 from a Coral Gables residence the morning of March 2. Mrs. Robert J. Beckham, 1300 Obispo, reported to Gables police that she returned home that morning to find the set gone and the back door standing open. There was sign of forced entry.

AIRMAN Jack W. Bingham, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Bingham, 9702 SW 165th St., has completed his initial course of Air Force basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas. He has been selected to attend the technical training course for Radio and Radar Maintenance at Keesler AFB, Miss. Airman Bingham attended Palmetto High School.

AIRMAN John Malloy, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Malloy, 729 Majorca Ave., has been assigned to a unit of the Strategic Air Command at McCoy AFB, Fla., for training and duty as an Information Services Specialist. He recently completed basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas. Airman Malloy graduated from George Mason High in Virginia.

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Two Doctors' Offices Reported Burglarized

The offices of two Coral Gables doctors were broken into sometime between Feb. 28 and 31, according to Coral Gables police. Dr. James A. Vaughn Jr., MD, and Dr. Richard S., DDS, 5965 Ponce de Leon Blvd., were the victims. Police said that $15 in cash and a $12 check were stolen from Dr. Vaughn's office and $2 from Dr. Maxey's office.

AIRMAN Herbert L. Taylor Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Taylor, 4625 SW 115 Ave., has completed his initial course of Air Force basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas. He has been selected to attend the technical training course for Missile Mechanic, at Chanute AFB, Ill. Airman Taylor is a graduate of Southwest Miami High School.

AIRMAN Thomas P. Rebozo, [?] of Mr. and Mrs. William E. Rebozo, 5711 SW 83rd St., South Miami, has completed his initial course of Air Force basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas. He has been selected to attend the technical training course for Medical Technician at Lackland. Airman Rebozo is a graduate of Coral Gables High School. Basic airmen at Lackland are selected for specialized training at technical schools on the basis of their interests and aptitudes. They are reassigned to the school after 5 weeks of training.

AIRMAN Paul R. Peeples, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew M. Peeples, 7248 SW 21st St., has been assigned to a unit of the Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, Va., for training and duty as a Supply Specialist. He recently completed basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas. Airman Peeples attended Southwest Miami High School. Airmen assigned directly to a duty station from basic training at Lackland will receive on-the-job training under highly-qualified technical interest, aptitudes, and the needs of the Air Force.

Loses Driver's License For Three Months

A Coral Gables man had his driving license suspended for three months, received a two-day suspended sentence, and paid a $193 fine in Metro Court March 1 on charges of driving while intoxicated and failing to yield the right of way which resulted in an accident. Metro Judge Edwin Strickland found Herbert A. Kirby, 39, of 314 Cadima, guilty on both charges.

Letter From Kennedy Asks Us To Speed Up

Coral Gables and area municipalities have received a letter from President John F. Kennedy asking for their help in dealing with the current business and industrial recession. The President asked that any contemplated capital improvements he speeded up if possible to give the nation's economy a boost.

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Flagami PTA To Hear Speaker From Museum

The PTA of Flagami Elementary School will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, March 14, at 8 p.m. It will be held at 1100 SW 76th Ave. The guest speaker for the evening will be Mrs. Diane O'Steen. She is a representative of the Museum of Natural Science and History.