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January 1964

TALENT SHOWHIGHLIGHTS

by Stephen GrishamA night of fun -filled frolic was held

in South Gate on December 15 from5 P. M. until late in the evening.This was a combined Los Angeles­Long Beach fun night, highlighted byan unpredictable talent show and anunanticipated, but hilarious movie.

The surprise-filled night started aswe all situated ourselves for a slap­stick, silent film of the "oldies-but­goodies" - suchas Lalrel and Hardy,and Charlie Chaplin - when a RObertYoung-Clifton Webb memory makerwas projected on the screen. Therea c t ion of the record-breakingaudience of 610 was acclaimed veryauspicious.

The pot-luck dinner was markedwith a new and very effective methodof serving because of the over-sized

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~Part of the crowd--sitting pretty!

NEXT EVENTby Merle May

Because of the Minister's Con­ference it has been decided to bypassthe January C h u r c h recreationalevent. Our usual event would havefallen on January 14, in the middleof the Conference.

However, keep a date open for Feb­ruary 9, for the next event. Detailswill be announced later.

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Before the eyes of the world, in the past week, Pasadena, California, hasbeen privileged to serve as "Host"to an event which attracted people fromall around the world. Unbeknownst to this thriving, bustling community,it has AGAIN been chosen to "Host" a SECOND event which ALSO attractedpeoJ,'le from all around the earth - however is NOT being presented be­fore the eyes of the world.

The TOURNAMENT OF ROSES ­1964 -- with all its colorful beautyand pageantry has become history.The screaming throngs who wit­nessed the Rose Bowl Game havefiled out and gone their respectiveways. The MILLION and ONE-HALFpeople who attended this spectacularevent have returned to their homes.The television cameras have beenremoved and Pasadena is settlingdown to the peaceful routine for whichit has become known.

The aforementioned SECOND event,though of much GREATER impor­tance, is quietly "getting under-way"WITHOUT the benefit of TV cameras,swirling milling crowds, and aworld-wide audience. THIS event iscalled by GOD ALMIGHTY - and inkeeping with the example of the earlyChurch (Acts 15:6) - is the MIN­ISTERIAL CONFERENCE -- 1964!

In this time of world chaos and con­fusion when the last flickering flameof order and decency is about to beextinquished, this Conference standsALONE as THE most necessary andimportant meeting on earth today!

As the true Ministers of God as­semble from Africa, Europe, Aus­tralia and North America it becomesmore apparent that the Gospel of

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TIZZIE WORKSWONDERSby Helen Ward

One of my neighbors has the utmostrespect and admiration for ourchurch members. It all began nottoo many years ago when she livedacross the street from the LynnTorrances.It was one of those hot, lazy sum­

mer afternoons. They hardly kneweach other, but Mrs. Torrance hadinvited my neighbor over to share theshade of her patio. As she was sit­ting there enjoying Mrs. Torrance'sgood con v e r sat ion and ice coldlemonade, they watched theirchildren playing together in the backyard.

It wasn't long before one of theneighbor's children did somethingthat was strictly forbidden. Shecalled out to him, "Ricky, you do thatagain, and I'll have to go home andget my paddle! "

Actually, she didn't mean it at all.She didn't even have a paddle, andhad never used one. Ricky knew that,too, and it was only minutes beforehe had repeated the offense.

Immediately Mrs. Torrance spokeup. "Oh, don't go home, "she said,"BE MY GUESTl" and she handedher a well-worn ping-pong paddle.

"You know, "my neighbor said, asshe was recalling the incident to me,"I was embarrassed into using thatpaddle. "

"Yes," her husband added, "theTorrances called their paddle "Tiz­zie. " And we haven't been without aTizzie in our home ever since 1"

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Thanksgivingby Robert Fiske

Many brethren from the Long BeachChurch gathered together on Thanks­giving Day. The place was the LongBeach Women's Club where we holdour weekly Sabbath Services. Forall of us present this was truly adayfor which to be thankful.

A sumptious and delicious dinnercomplete with all the trimmings,including our traditional turkey,pumpkin and mince pies, was a de­light and joy for all that were pre­sent.

Belated thanks to all the brethrenthat made possible this fine, well­balanced dinner. By sharing andcombining all the food together wehad a bountiful variety of things toeat.

After this irclusive dinner that filledus brim-full, group games wereorganized and directed by Mr. JamesKunz,

Concluding this day we all sangmany old favorite songs. After thiswe gathered our personal belongingstogether and were on our way to ourhomes; giving God thanks for themany blessings and being able toshare as a family in the fun, foodandfellowship,knowing this day hadbeen well spent and would be longremembered.

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NegroOuting

by Howard Thompson

December 8, was the first time theNegro ladies had a chance to visitthe special class held for the Negromen in Pas ad e n a at AmbassadorCollege.

Some of the ladies participated insome of the exercises we had. Allof the ladies seemed to be very in­terested in what was being done.

After the class (which consisted ofvoice exercise, current events,spelling, study of a booklet relatingto the Bible, vocal reading, and threecomical speeches), the groupgathered at one of the be aut if ul,spacious, fascinating, upper gardensfacing Del Mar Street. Here is wherelunch was served. Each partook ofthe tasty, delicious p I ate of horsd'oeuvres and punch.

Everyone seemed to have enjoyedthe occasion.

The next activity will be a banquetfor Mr. Harold L. Jackson who isnow a Preaching Elder,pastoring theNegro congregation in Chicago. Weexpect all the adults to attend thisactivity on January 9, 1964.

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Mr. Whitson setting the example.

"A boy should learn right orwrongat his mother's knee or across hisfather's. "

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by C. E. MillerAt 6:30 P. M. ,December 17, seven

husky men, like vultures, swoopeddown on the Arthur Docken resi­dence; twenty minutes later the housewas in shambles! Desks, chairs,beds, etc. were heaved out the frontdoor into waiting trucks. Mr. Dockenand family were moved lock, stock,and barrel (like it or not) into theirnew home at 210 South Allen. With­in two hours the old home was va­cated.

GettingAcquainted

Dee is one of those rare nativeCalifornia adults, and lived 14 yearsin Stockton. As an amateur rollerskater in the 1954 U. S. Champion­ship in Akron, Ohio, she placed firstin figures and third in free-style.She later was a professional instruc­tor for two years. Now she is afull-time professional housewife andmother!

They listened reg u 1a r 1y to "TheWorld Tomorrow" broadcast for ayear and are now members of the LosAngeles Church, having been bap­tised last November. Welcome toall of you!

ON THE MOVE

by Lonnie TarverGet acquainted with Mr. Richard

Wendling, his wife DeAna ("Dee")and children: Teresa 7, Scott 6,Suzanne 4, Stephen 2, and Michael8 months.

Mr. Wendling is a native of Minne­sota. A three-year enlistment in theUSMC brought him to Californiawhere he met and married Dee. Heis employed as a shipping clerk andalso serves wholesale costumera Jna garmet factory in West Los An­geles.

Gleanings fromLong Beachby Geraldyne Zebrowski

Comings and goings occupy much ofthe news this month. The Fishershave moved for the winter to Arizonain hopes that his health vould Irrprove,Mrs. Burch has returned from thedesert. Mrs. Quam is off to Hawaiifor a vacation. Mrs. Nancy Bald andher son Jimmy are visiting Mr. andMrs. James Bald for a few weeks.Mr. John Bald will be out for theMinisterial conference. For mermembers now in college who cameto see us were Melanie Harford andLarry Neff. Mr. and Mrs. RonaldFricke and their two children arevisiting from N. Dakota for twoweeks. They are staying with the DanFrickes. Since it is 400 miles toRapid City, S. Dakota, they are onlyable to attend Bible Stu d y thereoccasionally.

Mr. and Mrs. Sam Lewi sanddaughter from Garden Grove arenew, also Mrs. Janet Orchard andher daughter, Holly, who moved toRedondo Beach fro m Mis sou r irecently. Mrs. Betty Bergman andher three children are from Wil­mington. Mr. Melvin Williams, theson of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Williamsis attending regularly.

Two baptisms cause rejoicing thismonth. Mrs. Lila Horton and Mrs.Eunice Houk were baptized. Mr.Houk is 78, showing you Ire never tooold to start God's way.

We were certainly sorry to hear ofMr. Leroy Neff's infirmity, but gladhe has started to improve. JonathanHill, too has shown improvement.

This month saw a visit from thePas a den a Choir. Other specialmusic included solos by Leroy Diemand Ron Miller - all delightful.

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Several new faces, more visitors,a baby, a baptism, and lovely music- the headlines for December!

New Faces - Mr. Alphonso Jef­ferson and family, Mr. and Mrs. EdCheneworth, Mrs. Nettie Williams,Mrs. Bowman, Mrs. Freeman, Mrs.Moore, Mr. Philip Sutton and Mr.William Wilson. Welcome to all ofyou!

Visitors - Mr. and Mrs . Kurleyfro m Tennessee, Mrs. Carrozzofrom San Diego and Mrs. BonnieAdair fro m Washington. Ni c e tohave you with us!

Baby gir l - to the Warren Krie­gers!! Congratulations parents!

Baptized - Mr. Boreing. Werejoice with you, sir!

Special Mus i c - the choraliers,Mr. Ron Miller, the AmbassadorOctette and Miss Garnet Ziska.Thank you all, very much!

L.A.News

AFish Storyby T. E. Whitson

The Boys' Forest and Field Clubouting for the month of December wasa Pacific Ocean fishing trip. Thistrip, taken Sunday, December 29,was a "Bucks Outing" and could beenjoyed only by those boys who havepassed the first test. Twenty-three­boys have passed this test and twentyboys went fishing.

The scheduled time for leaving,6:00 A. M., was considered by someas too early, not so for the Bucks.Questioning of the boys revealed thatmany were awake at 4:00 A. M. andready at 5:00 A.M. We departed at6:15 A.M.

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by Shirley Smith

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Adventure I L.B. Boys'New Skills

by Charles E. Walters

Sunday, December 22, the LongBeach Boy'S Scouting Group traveledto the nearby mountains, winding upnarrow dirt roads to a peaceful, se­cluded area ideally suited for scout­ing games, climbing, and hiking.

The lesson for the day was "how tostalk." Two of the boys were sta­tioned half way up a steep, brushcovered slope, on a rocky ledge over­looking the canyon below. Theirassignment was to watch with "eagleeyes" for the approach of anyone.These boys were the "prey." Therest of the group had been dividedinto squads with assigned leaders.The object was for each leader toguide his squad as near the "prey" aspossible, undetected.

This was only one phase of trainingthe boys will receive as part of theLong Beach Boy's Scouting Group.They are learning to handle them­selves in the rough, to keep fromgetting lost, use a compass, shoot,swim, climb, and survive underadverse conditions.

Boys of eligible age have a won­derful opportunity in this club toacquire skills which they will be verythankful to have in the near future.

"THOU PREPAREST A TABLE ---"(cont, from page 1)

Jesus Christ is continuing to spreadthroughout the world as a POWER­FUL witness heralding the sooncoming WORLD TOMORROW!

Though this event is not receivingthe a c c I aim of the people of theworld - WE as the people of Godshould be praying for the successand the final conclusion that all thingsbe done according to His will.

Five miles to go! ! !

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fishing barge at 7 :20 A. M. and pro­ceeded to unpack and assemble our.fishing gear. Following an hour of"How do you tie a fisherman's knot? f)

we fished for seven ho ur s. Thiswas an exciting adventure for all ofthe boys. Some caught their firstfish; some caught the most fish theyhad ever caught; some caught thelargest fish they had ever caught;the clubmaster even caught fish.

The final assembly at Verdugo Parkrevealed 20 tired boys and theirleaders were victorious and triump­hant over 110 fish.

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by Donald Wendt

September 26, 1950, was one day in my life I shall never forget. I wasworking for Swift and Co. in So. St. Paul , Minnesota, in the sausage de­partment. My forman came up to me as I arrived on the job that morningand asked me if he could have a word with me. "Of course," I replied.During that fifteen minute meeting with my foreman, he informed me ofsomething big that was to happen. I TALENT SHOW HIGHLIGHTSr.eceived wor~ that a new assembly (cont, from page 1)lme was opemng at 1 :00 P. M. that audience. What was the novel idea?same afternoon, and I was picked to Come to our next big social and findset the pace as to how m any ~ans. of out for yourself!meat were to go thr?ugh t~lS Iine A perplexed master of ceremonies,per hour: The CIO Umo? wh.LCh was Mr. Bob Smith, presented us with avery srrtct and forceful in ~hiS com-talent show with some good acts thatpany had other pl~s. Eight. ot.her didn't show up and a bad one that didmen ,;ere. also assigne.d to thi s Job, (i, e., Mr. Avery McKinney with hisall being very strongumonmembers. horn). All in all it was a "fun show

Just before 1 o'clock that afternoon of talent" of which the Churches ofthese eight men came up to me and God would be well-pleased.told me not to run over 450 cans per A delightful dance took the "flowershour or there would be trouble. A off the walls" and placed them on thefew minutes after that my foreman dance floor where they belong.told me to r.un about 600 ca~s an Do you enjoy laughing, eating good,hour so the Iine would be profitable wholesome foods and fruitful con­to the company and still pay the versations? Weil, don't just sitwa.ges for the employees. When the there! Start preparing for our nextunion and the company approached social event that is coming soon.me before starting time with a dif­ferent number of cans I was supposedto run per hour I knew I was introuble.

One otclock came and I began work­ing. After the first hour had gone byI could see the tension building upbetween the foreman and the unionsteward. I tried to run 500 cans perhour so I wouldn't be plaesing eitherone, but still they hated me for it.The tension kept building up to theplace where the men were throwingmeat at me and shaking their fists.I thought to myself "Just who am Iworking for anyway? Who hired meand is paying my wages?" That dayI could see it was impossible to servetwo masters. By obeying my fore­man and running 600 cans and moreeach hour I received a raise and wasoffered a permanent job for as longas I wanted. The other men wholistened to the union steward wereeither fired or transferred to anotherdepartment. Fro m this lesson Ilearned as Christ said in Matthew6:24, that you cannot serve twomasters.

A mummy is a woman who ispressed for time and all wrapped upin her work.

* * *Money may talk, but today's dollar

doesn't have enough cents to sayvery much!

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