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April 2, 1970     Shelton Mason County Journal
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C,ub.ears Indian Music O0 In s e,tooMusicou , • ~p 00,II1i, OO go O O 00 O 0 ,ql~ O 0 O O O OQ 0 0 t Mrs. Ann French Still Remem Ann French casts her vote at every opportunity. She is never too busy, never too tired; nor is it ever too inconvenient for her to do so. Perhaps her deep appreciation of the privilege of voting stems from the years spent at slave labor in Russia. I n 1944, Russians invaded Ann's childhood home in Rumania and took her prisoner. All young people between the ages of 16 and 25 years were taken, and because Ann's younger brother, 14, was exceptionally strong and healthy he was included. She never saw him again, after they were loaded into separate cattle cars to be hauled away. He died within a few years. Ann was first taken to Leningrad, where the laborers were forced to rebuild bombed houses. They lived in barracks-prisons, really-enclosed in electric wires. Each person was fed eight ounces of bread and a portion of black tea daily. No more, except for anaphrodesiac pills administered to all. On this they lived-or existed-for six months, during which time they were never given water to drink. After six months, the slave laborers were sent elsewhere as needed; some went to coal mines; some to factories; some to farms; some built railroads, Ann had a turn at all these things, going from one place to another. For a year she made machine guns. She learned to cap them incorrectly so that malfunction resulted.She was caught sabotaging the guns, and subsequently sent to work on the railroads. After a time, she tried to escape, walking from town to. town at night to avoid the Russian patrols abroad by day. She did not get far before civilians turned her in to the authorities. ANN FRENCH and her dog, in her newly-remodeled home Russian interpreter. Ann had been thoroughly schooled in silence. The Russians had forbidden the slave laborers to divulge their names or status, if captured; but Ann talked to her brother, and was soon sent to an American supervised hospital in Munich, where she was placed under the care of special doctors. in 1954 she met Wally French, serving with the United States Army in Germany. They became friends and they dated for three years, until Wally was sent back to the United States. In six months he was re-assigned to Germany, and he and Ann were married in 1957. As soon as possible after coming to this country, Ann applied for her citizenship. It was difficult for her to study. Her English was not the best, and she found it difficult to acquire necessary information. She found bers Russia ii ~ ~ n / Smokey sit before the fireplace in Mountain View. There is a bit of land with the French home, and she raises calves. There are rabbits, too, and a German Shephard dog and a tiger cat. "I was raised on a farm," she says. "I like animals" She recalls the large and lovely rural home of her grandparents where she spent much time as a child, and she remembers the many well- bred horses they owned. She also remembers the coming of the Russians, when all the fine homes were taken over and the Rumanians forced to crowd together in shacks and hovels. The ground floor of her grandparents home was used to quarter the confiscated horses, and the Russian officers lived in the upper stories. Ann has not seen her parents since that long ago day when she was torn from her home. But they correspond, and once she As punishment she was locked in a dungeon where she stood hip deep in water for two days. Then, for a two day period, she was placed in a dryer area, although still in the dungeon; following this which is affiliated with the National Federation of Music, met at 8 P.M. on March 24 in the home of Mrs. John Steinberg, with Mrs. James Gorman as co-hostess. Mrs. Gladys Flakus, who presented a program on "Music in the Indian Culture", was introduced by Mrs. Norma Engen. Mrs. Flakus, speaking from a background of experience with the various Indian cultures as well as from an extensive study of them, emphasized the integral part that music plays in the life of the Indian from birth to death, pointing out that the Indian has a song or a dance for almost every activity and occasion of his life. Flutes, drums, tom-toms and rattles were fashioned from materials at hand including shells, skins, pebbles and wood. Mrs. Flakus played recordings to illustrate some of these forms of music. A progressive dinner is planned for Club members on Saturday. TODAY'S brief respite, she again was forced that native born Americans do li II le ELI WILLEY, in his logging days. Eli Willey was 99 years old on March 18, and very dapper indeed is he in a red plaid robe and a jaunty bow tie. His wife, Oceola, shares his room in the Fir Lane Terrace Convalescent Center. She is 91 years old, and April 22 will mark the 70th anniversary of their wedding. Born and raised in Shelton, and a lifetime resident of this area, he was employed as a logger for the Simpson Timber Company, from which he retired at the age of 67. He has fond memories of his ranch home near Bayshore, where more than 50 years ago he raised the animals he loved so much. In the early mornings when he walked into the barnyard his chickens were accustomed to fly to him, to perch on his outstretched arms. He recalls a fine horse driven to a light buggy for his trips into town. He is very proud still of the luxuriant mustache which he has always worn, and he still has an eye for a pretty nurse. Jan Danford, Society Editor even spoke to them on the phone, VFW & Auxiliary To Elect Officers i VFW Auxiliary No. 1694 will | hold election of officers on I Friday at 8 P.M. in the Memorial Hall. Delegates to District and Department will also be elected. At meetings to be held on Friday and on April 1 7, the VFW Post will nominate candidates with election of officers to take place on April 17 at a meeting to begin at 8 P.M. in the Memorial Building. A card and games party will be held at 8 P.M. on April 1 1 in of Mrs. Darrell Sparks. ELI WILLEY, 99 years old on March 18. Slimettes Install Joanne Cress, past officer of the Shelton Slimette Tops, installed new officers at the meeting held on March 19 at 7 P.M. in the Courthouse annex. Installed were Diane Campbell, Leader; Beulah O'Brien, Co-leader; Veta Holtorf, Secretary; and Chris Simmons, Treasurer. Chairmen are Lynne Benson, weight recorder;Velda Skipworth, reporter; Evelyn Bedell, program; Elsie Cool, sunshine; Rose April is a Winsome wench Whose apt to give you Quite a wrench. Her smile is warm; Her heart is cool; She'll make of you An April Fool. to =and ha water for two , a~ers t~, althe~lgh there ~ill go t~o~l~d~. ~a¢" , Alternating thus, she survived P:~l~i~~! ~ citi~ the ~and of ,~ m~ffY "%'Sm'PdlSff~t3~* "~'~'~ * .... CHERYL KREIFELS, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tony Kreifels, became the bride of Rick Blake on February 27. The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Claud Blake, Jr., is employed at Kimbel's Richfield Service Station. By Jan Danford With a Festival here And a Festival there Will the wild beat of Rock Ring out on the air? applicants; she lived in several states, and found that people did not know their own state representatives. It was necessary for her to write to the capitals for such information. It was on Flag Day-June 16, 1962-that Ann French became a citizen of a country where she walks free beyond the shadow of terror; but even yet it is difficult for her to speak of the horrors she has endured and the atrocities she has witnessed. This portion of her life is like a nightmare, lurking constantly just below the surface of her thoughts. Four years ago Wally and Ann French and their 12-year old daughter, Mary Ann, came to Shelton,where Wally is employed at the Correction Center, from Missoula, Montana. They are remodeling a house in Mountainview, and Ann works right along with her husband, roofing, carpentry, landscaping-whatever is to be done. She works too hard; she does too many things; she refuses to take coffee breaks; she has learned all too well the lesson of labor, and now that she is free to relax she is unable to do so. She can't seem to slow down. She is a member of the auxiliary of the Moose Lodge, and she is active in PTA. Some people say "aye"; Some people say "nay," And some people shout "Hippie, Hippie, Hooray!" M cHaffie, Perrine, hospitality, Mailman; Joantl¢ Katherine A low calorie was served, and meeting a baby for Debbie Harvey. Anyone wishing Pounds Sensibly is attend the club are held every in the information call [ find the tender Both glorious My heart is But it often takes a If Death has any If Death has any I think he is a m Flourishing a cal There are those Who sternly frown Upon my ways, And beat me doWn..:~ They find it un- Forgivable That I find life So livable. styles by This sale is for a l time only... So her family. Ann's recipe, which features a very special type of pastry, was sent to her by her mother in Rumania. "Maybe you can make this," she wrote. "Maybe you can get butter... " Ptmtry I stick butter 4 Tbsp. sugar 1 C. flour Mix until crumbly, then press into pie pan to form crust. Bake in 350 degree oven until golden brown. Filling 1 Qt. canned apples 2 Tbsp. tapioca 1/2 C. water 1/2 C. sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. lemon juice Mix all ingredients except apples and boil for 10 minutes. Add canned apples, and bring to full boil again. Cool before pouring into crust. If fresh apples are used increase water to 1 Cup and sugar to 1 Cup. After adding apples, boil until they are tender. According to Ann, any fruit filling is good with this pastry, and she often uses cherries, blueberries or strawberries. six months the filth, the cold, the darkness, the wetness and the constant prodding guns of the guards. Finally, at the end of her endurance, she was hospitalized. After a year, she was able to be up and walk around, and she found the guards somewhat nicer than the others she had encountered. Ann had a brother across the border. She begged a guard to allow her to walk down the hill and to the line to see this brother. At long last the guard agreed, on the condition that she must bring him upon her return a bottle of whiskey. He showed her the best place to descend, and he stood at the top of the hill while she walked toward the line. However, she was also watched by American soldiers in observation towers, and was promptly taken into custody. She was, of course, wearing a Russian uniform, and she spoke only Russian and Rumanian. She could not make herself understood, and she was in terror of the Americans. She had been told by the Russians that Americans poisoned their prisoners. She was afraid to eat, and swiftly threw away all food brought to her, although she was starving. Her papers were examined, among them her brothers address. He was sent for, as well as a .m. TO RING ,m. P DIO KITN ,* • ° 4~ YOU MAY SEE IT AT: $$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$ $$$ $ $ $$$ $ $$$$$$ $$$$$$ 01" "l~ o LISTEN FOR RADIO-PROGRAM YOUR TELEPHONE l W TN OF ¢.d .. 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A sad, droopy look can also come from shadows under the eyes. A shade-away cream used in this area will help to conceal these shadows. A blusher--by perking up the complexion--can also make eyes look more cheerful. You'll find that glowing cheeks will gllve your eyes a sparkle they idn't have before. Nell's Pharmacy Emergency Ph. 426-2165 Fifth & Franklin St.--426-3327 Open Oaily 9:30 to 7:30 Saturdays -- 9:30 to 6:00 Busy Bees Meet The Busy Bees 4-H group held a Demonstration Day on March 14 in the Angle School building, with 15 members in attendance. They were presented with 13 blue ribbons and three red ribbons. The next regular meeting will be held on April 6. services. ,, :. All Post and Auxiliary members are reminded that reservations for the department convention to be held in Yakima in June should be mailed in as soon as possible. The auxiliary received at their last meeting a transfer member from Everett, Mrs. Bess Brown. The Olympia VFW Post and its auxiliary observed their 51st anniversary with a dinner held last Saturday. Past commanders, past presidents and past 5th District commanders were introduced. Larry Godwin of Shelton was presented. District 5 President Colleen Gephart of Shelton and District 5 Commander Jack Hammock of Montesano also received recognition. Others attending from Shelton were Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. George Witcraft, Mrs. Larry Godwin, William Gephart and Mrs. Jessie Cox. The ballot is stronger than the bullet. - Abraham Lincoln Order Now For June Deliveryl Model No. 9385-82 Regular Retail $111.95 Other Styles Pdcod From $65.99 "J" & Olympic Hwy. N. -- Shelton -- 426-3264 CHECK YOUR SIZE! I 4 _ 5 _ 6 3 7 _ I AAA ] ! 2 3 8 9 1( tAA 7 7 18 17 B 165109963 Colors galore of Oran Yellow, Brown & White ini ents & Leathers, both Dr, Casuals. Reg. to $15.00 SHOE Ends Sat., Apr. 111