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“The more things change, the more they remain the same,” said by someone old and wise, no doubt. Here in Skinker-DeBaliviere, it’s not always the case. A glance at last year’s Art Fair issue of the Paper reveals many of the same issues which would be of interest this spring: an editorial about desegregation, and article about a proposed savings and loan, explanations of Pantheon’s beginnings on Waterman and the just-about-to-begin Fannie Mae- loan program, letters to the editor about Historic District and how the neighborhood organizations need to expand their participation. Another protesting letter concerning the possibility of a car wash on Skinker, and that’s not relevant, as we have another use for that property, finally and happily. And things have changed, perhaps more subtly than in years past, but changed all the same. The laundromat on Des Peres has a new look — maybe this time it will last: new neighbors all around are beginning to make a difference, on Washington, for example. And as we celebrate our neighborhood with the annual Art Fair/House Tour, let’s take note, too, of the beginnings — a new vet, a new promising Community School program, new opportunities to consolidate and communicate, ‘the ongoing challenge of living in a neighborhood that demands our input as well as our presence. Happy Art Fair Day to everyone!
- We offer our get-well wishes to Mrs. Lubirtha Bolden, wife of Washington Heights President William Bolden, of the 5800 block of DeGiverville, who is recuperating from a heart attack. We hope she will have a Swift and successful recovery. Other interesting news in the Bolden family concerns their son, Otis, who has been appointed to the Board of the East-West Gateway Coordinating Council. He is currently Acting Director of Educational Development, St. Louis Community College at Forest Park, responsible for staff and professional development planning there. We know the Boldens must be very proud of his latest accomplishment!
Another neighbor who was hospitalized recently is Mrs. Olive Chaffee, of the 6100 block of Westminster. Mrs. Chaffee is not only already home, she was also well enough to attend a showing of her beautiful paintings at University Methodist Church in late April. The proceeds of the multi-media show, which included original music as well, are to benefit the choir. Certainly a fine endeavor, and we congratulate Mrs. Chaffee.
Congratulations of another sort to A. L. Williams of the 5700 block of Perslting, who has descended from size 20 plus to a mere slip of a size 12. Surely a most difficult accomplishment and one envied by many of us.
This neighborhood surely has a higher percentage than most of ‘over-achievers” — or whatever we term those who make noteworthy public splashes. Commendations are due this month to a number of our neighbors, standing high among whom is Mrs. Jean Eberle, of Paper fame, whose book, THE INCREDIBLE OWEN GIRLS, published a few months ago, is doing well and providing Jean with new opportunities to be busy. Besides an autograph party at Des Peres Library, she’s given talks at our Lady of the Pillar Parish, Mundelein College in Chicago, the United Daughters of the Confederacy, and St. Louis University Faculty Wives. This month she’s speaking to the St. Mary Hospital Auxiliary, and, what’s ‘more, she has received the Centennial Award from the Maryville College Alumnae. Congratulations!
And hearty best wishes are also going to another neighbor and friend, Mary Boyts, Of the 6100 block of McPherson, who was recently notified that she has been selected as recipient of a Coro Fellowship. Mary has been a Social Worker for the St. Louis Public Schools in this area for several years, and we know that her work with the children will be missed, but we are delighted for her adventurous entrance into new and untried fields. We hope she will enjoy and benefit from this impressive opportunity.
Recuperation wishes of the long-term sort are due to Gail McCarthy, librarian at Des Peres Library, who has just returned to work after a lengthy recuperative period following surgery. And Mary Allenbaugh, of the 6100 block of Westminster, is in for a long recovery following surgery on her hand and thumb. We wish them both the best!
Welcome to the Boyd family on the 5700 block of Pershing! We have several new owners and residents, and next month we’ll spotlight them all,
Congratulations to Jim Kropp, of the 6100 block of Westminster, who became a genuine executive this winter with his promotion to Vice President of Wells Iron Works. It does sound impressive, I must say! Susie Kropp has a new job, nurse at the Weight Loss Clinic. Wouldn’t you know.
- Lucky travellers from our vicinity this spring include Joel and Judy Bush, of the 6100 block of Westminster, who took an early vacation to New Orleans. And Dan Schesch of the 6000 block of McPherson took a somewhat longer journey, to Central America, Guatamala, etc. The trip was a successful adventure, reports Dan, and we envy all the fortunate travelling souls.
We offer our sympathy to the family of Frank Burke, of the 6100 block of McPherson, whose father passed away recently.
Our Condolences also go to the family of Pat Krippner, of the 6100 block of Waterman, who also lost her father this winter.
We extend our sympathy to the Barnett family of the 6100 block of Westminster. Mr. Johnny Barnett passed away in April following a heart attack. We offer Mrs. Ertha Barnett and all the family our sympathy. Mr. Barnett was active in neighborhood work here several years ago, and he will certainly be missed. Mr. Roger Mick, principal at Hamilton III, lost his father in April, and we extend our condolences to him and his family.
A school bus accident involving the teacher and several students at Delmar PreSchool occurred recently. Although most of the children required first-aid only, their teacher Mrs. Elizabeth Humphrey, was injured, and two of the children required lengthy hospitalization. Felicia Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Davis of the 6100 block of McPherson, is still in St. Joseph’s hospital in Kirkwood and will be in a body cast most of the spring. Danny Sloan, son of Cathy Sloan of the 6100 block of Pershing, is home recuperating now, after a long hospital stay, but will be unable to attend school the remainder of this year. A hard time for children, especially, and we hope all will have no lasting effects.
Originally published in The Paper, May 1978.
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