/\ / 1 71)\i\ 1 NV )/ncN --?)/ Volume 14 � January Number 1 � 1 9 5 1 Iti THE UNSEEN YEAR ti You face an unseen year. The road unknown before; The days will dawn, some bright, And some all clouded °ler. Sometimes the night will be Star-jeweled and aglow, And then turn dark, and darker still, The way you go. But whether light your path Or in the shadows trod, His mighty hand leads on. So, friend, have faith in God --H. M. S. Richards. To the Keepers of the Keys: The New Year is off to a good start, seeing that we are still going to have Tuesday and Friday afternoons off. We trust that 1951 may prove to be the brightest and best year each of you has ever experienced. The year may be filled with trouble, but at least we should have peace in our hearts. The work of the Keepers of the Keys is greatly appreciated by us all. It is your service that makes the wheels go mound and keeps everything clicking. nay I solicit your help in one matter? Would you kindly use your influence to get everyone out to our morning worship period this year? It is a wonderful help to start the day with a song and a prayer. We want everybody to receive the blessing that comes from regular attendance. Each of you has a great influence over your associates, and I am sure you will be glad to exert this in urging them to join us regularly in the worship period. Thank you. Very sincerely your brother, W. H. Branson 1951 PLANS . . . What do you think the Keepers organization should do this year . . . or should not do . . . or needs more of . . . or less of? Your officers got together for a little chat recently and arrived at a few conclusions that we would like to share with you. First of all, we agreed that a club can be no more successful than its members make it. The feeling that the functioning of such an organization is the responsibility of its officers is a serious handicap. We agreed that there were signs that such a feeling has begun to creep in among us. The reason we felt fairly certain about all this is that, until very recently, we were members ourselves. The next conclusion seemed, logically, that there ought to be some way to find out what kind of organization all of us--or most of us--want. And what we are willing to do to make it that way. Whereupon we decided to provide an opportunity to do just that. In a few days you will receive a questionnaire to which we would like to have you give careful and sympathetic attention. If you agree with us that the club activities and objectives could well be broadened to meet the varied interests and needs of our constantly growing membership, then let us know just what activi- ties you are interested in and which committees you would be will- ing to serve on. (We'll try not to ask you to help on more than one, but we would like to have some alternatives.) And this means you . . . and you . . . and you: Not only the newcomer who's brimful of fresh ideas. Or the oldtimer who has been around long enough to know how things are done. If you're so full of ideas you can't get them all down on a sheet of paper, drop in to see one of the officers and tell her all about it. Or better yet, make a special effort to come to the business meeting of the Keepers which will be announced shortly, and help us formulate some definite plans for this year's activi- ties. Let's pool the results of our thinking and see what comes of it. Could be we'd make this a happier place to work . . , and dis- cover potentialities in the combined influence of 125 Christian women that we were unaware of. Are you willing to give it a try? Helen Smith, president Marjorie Varmer, vice-president Hazel Broome, secretary Genevieve Melendy, treasurer Margie Osborne, assistant treasurer THE CHRISTMAS PACKAGE PARTY The 1950 Christmas party of the Keepers of the Keys, at the J. N. Andrews School gymnasium on December 19, was a gala event fully measuring up to the tradition of being the party of the year. Gigantic six-foot red candles standing like sentinels along each side of the auditorium ushered 160 Keepers and their guests into a lovely Christmas scene that reflected the all-out efforts of the decoration committee (Chairman Leona Running, plus Frances PG ai � charm � 4'"fr st � ever reen, a s ofAh' huge re candles, orryPsett ng was � living- dow � la � onN winter itXWas)a-" -PTa do* a m .1(Chairma Jun Mr. pac bel San Pre Russell and Marjorie Varmer, with other h were achieved with red and green stream silver-star-studded window framed b and very real-appeari'g in room �with a fi eplace; as tree s_ " In fa d p � red/fb _e Wilk son, and elpl) Eve;"ythine scene, scene. A large Chi.. graced the ".;Living ro program-ealmittee ogt, Cor olgerts es. / sudden bur nd ho of so � m the darkness in the rear—sleigh- eats—then---a-loud — "Wheal" °raided the arrival of (Elder G . Matthews) w o was ntroduced by Keepirs' Mary � as master of c remoni s. untai of pa ages kage -44a ed Lee Johnson, Truitt they say thanks for en ,the r.agam numbers, came in under of its "doll" ing dol a Oausi first attention we: tree, and after teasing th c ntnts, he finally opened i t-year-old Marilyn West y reciting "The NightThefore Christmas." t to a huge,Ghristmas package audie e'about the mystery anA--lifted out a real live g) who proved to be a "talk- ristmas RAE;" a playlet, was the main feature of the program, •o e ta:perfection by its characters. A selfish girl (Marjorie ldrieverishly wrapping presents discusses with a girl friend (Eve yn Perdue) and two handsome boy friends (Ena Manuel and Alice Fagerstrom) her views about Christmas. Finally, in a dream the "starved" Spirit of Christmas (Thelma Wellman), in flow- ing gray robe and hood, visits her and gives her some anxious mo- ments before she learns the true Christmas spirit, which, in the closing scene, she tells Grandma (Arabella Williams) all about. It Th Honor guests at the party were eight young "adopted" Amer- cans, children of displaced families from Europe. As a complete surprise to them, they were presented with all the packages under the tree. All were seated on the platform and provided real en- tertainment as they opened the packages. Their spontaneous ex- pressions of joy captivated the audience. An adorable little four- year-old blonde would now and then out of the fulness of her heart turn and look at the audience, take a deep breath, and exclaim, "Oh, my4" Delicious and beautifully decorated Christmas cookies and punch were served by the refreshment committee (Chairman Grace Sampson, Mary Paul, Marjorie Marsh, and helpers). A candlelight sing brought the evening to a close. Three Keepers who were leaving us at the close of the year received their farewell gifts directly from the hand of "Santa Claus" at the Christmas party. Mrs. Cora Thurber is joining the staff of the "Faith for Today" telecast in New York, Lillian Dickerson is moving to Boulder, Colorado, and Margaret Weir is retiring and will reside in Albany, New York. Card of Thanks �Suggestion To the Girls of the General Conference a Happy New Year and Thanks For All Your Lovei Ruth Dorm Barbara Thomas Gabriele January 1, 1951 Those wishing to dis- pose of second-hand Christmas cards might mail them postpaid to Miss Patricia Grover 921 Howard St. Camden, N. J. She is a 9-year-old invalid who makes scrapbooks for other shut-in youngsters. TREASURER'S REPORT FOR 1950 Miscellaneous Expense Fund Jan. 1, 1950 - Cash on hand =Kaftan ONO Dues Collected 46.50 Flowers and Cards for Sick 12.63 Program Material (Christmas included) 11.20 Returned from G. C. Party 14.82 Christmas Party 34.140 Returned from Christmas Party 8.5o Subscriptions Paid 5.00 On Hand - Dec. 31, 1950 6.59 Keynote Publication Fund Jan. 1, 1950 - Cash on hand Dues Collected 46.54 Subscriptions Paid 5.00 Printing, Stock, and Postage 45.71 On Hand - Dec. 31, 1950 5.83 Farewell Gift Fund Jan. 1, 1950 - Cash on hand 145.63 Amounts Collected 46.148 Gifts Purchased 91.81 On Hand - Dec. 31, 1950 .30 December printing charge for Keynote not included. Marilyn Froelich, Treasurer YOUR HEALTH MADAM There's no doubt about it--the atmosphere and setting pro- vided by the resourceful ladies of the G. C. Auxiliary brimmed over with the spirit of health, from the charming nurses who greeted guests at the door to the colorful health posters around the walls, and the two brave, genuine M.D.'s who ventured into this feminine stronghold. Naturally, with this auspicious beginning, the Keepers who dared to face the wintry blast on the frigid night of January 8 to be the guests of the Auxiliary thoroughly enjoyed all the features thoughtfully provided for them. In the devotional talk, Dr. Wayne McFarland called to our attention three key texts bear- ing on health, and in capsule form gave the heart of our belief on this important subject. "God is going to save a man, body, soul, and spirit," the speaker said. After prayer by Mrs. E. C. Christie, the good doctor contin- ued to deal in a masterful and humorous way with the subjects of overweight, high blood pressure, and arthritis. Everybody learned with no surprise at all that too much food--not glands--is prac- tically always the reason for fat, and we were informed that baked or boiled potatoes are far better nutritionally than too much bread. Since the last meal of the day puts on more weight than any of the others, we were urged to have a nourishing breakfast or lunch for more mental sparkle and efficiency on the job. The new discoveries of cholesterol as a cause for hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure were brought to our atten- tion in simplified language. The speaker humorously remarked that doctors had to throw in a few technical terms occasionally to pre- serve their dignity and prevent complete understanding. And Dr. McFarland quoted Dr. Philip Hench of the Mayo Clinic as an ally in the effectiveness of simple physical therapy treatments for the torment of arthritis. As an introduction to the picture shown on the high prevalence of accidents and something concrete to do about them, the doctor reminded us that it is dangerous to live these days, and that we should be prepared to meet the emergencies of 150,000 casualties in Washington the first fifteen seconds, if an atom bomb strikes our city. The second subject of paramount importance, especially to the one out of each eight destined to die of this disease, was dealt with by the editor of Life and Health, DeWitt Fox, M.D. Branding cancer as the No. 2 enemy and a disease of civiliza- tion, the doctor brought us up to date on the filtrable virus which has been discovered to be the cause of cancer in chickens. --a suspected cause for human beings also. Three stages of the progress of cancer were reported: first, the virus; then chronic irritation; and third, lowered bodily resistance. But this dis- ease "not of the fit, but of the fat" can be controlled. Well- watered cells do not get cancer; therefore frequent trips to water coolers were advised. An adequate diet of the right type was heartily recommended to us, with stress on green vegetables and the natural sweets of fruit instead of white sugar. The mo- tion picture on cancer of the breast presented its subject with good taste, and contributed materially to our understanding of this vital subject. The alert and pointed questions from the audience and the humorous, practical replies of both professional guest speakers provided us with helpful information. The new issue of Life and Health and other materials were made available to the departing guests. For all this, and for the delicious punch that climaxed our evening, a hearty thanks from the newly enlightened Keepers. Thelma Wellman "Surprisel Surprisel" rang out over the halls of third floor Wednesday, January 3, during the lunch hour. A very astonished young lady, Geraldine Banfield, received from the girls of the back wing on third floor many lovely gifts for her baby-- blankets, bonnets, sweaters, shirts, and rattlers. Gerry was all excited and could hardly get the gifts opened, but she fi- nally succeeded, and passed them around for inspection and admiration. June Vogt prepared a delicious punch and served it with cookies. Gerry will soon leave for Atlanta, where her husband is a pastor. HOLIDAY COMINGS AND GOINGS AND GOINGS-ON Evelyn Ruch and husband to Delaware and New Jersey . . . Marjorie Varmer and husband to Atlanta; saw Summerour-Palls wedding--very beautiful . . . Ora Williams to Louisville, Kentucky . . . Thelma Wellman and Franceshaiden to Florida . . . LaVerne Cunningham to Princeton, W. Virginia . . . Alice Koger to Charleston, S. Carolina . . . Betty Grider and hubby to Allentown, Pennsylvania . . . Hazel Broome to Hartford, Connecticut . . . Corinne Wilkinson to North Caroline, flying back, first time, loved it . . . Esther Fenn to Toledo, Ohio . . . Maxine Dudley to W. Virginia . . . Evelyn Beavon to Lt. Vernon, Ohio . . . Kay liessenger to Cleveland, Ohio . . . Audrey Messenger to Pennsylvania . . . Mildred Hill to Providence, R. Island . . . Leona running to Pontiac and Holly, Michigan . . . Evelyn Perdue to Hopeville, Virginia . . . Bertha Terry to Meridian, Mississippi . . . and doubtless many-others...... Joan Arason flew from Walla Walla . . . flying back, grounded in Chicago . . . you should have seen her sleepy parents next day, after spending half the night getting her reservations on thru. . . . hr. and Mrs. Charles F. Peavoy, of Edmonton, Alberta, parents of ileryle Cumbo, are visiting,her . . . Arabella Moore- Williams' son Wandyr J. came home from EEO for Christmas . . . Mrs. Patterson entertained the family of 22 on Christmas . . . Esther Yost is having fun ,vetting settled in their new house on Cedar Lane, Ednor Acres, and entertained during Christmas vaca- tion her nephew, Elder Neal Becker, and family from Worcester, Mass., and his mother from Philadelphia . . . Truitt Twins and Elsie Argent entertained friends on Christmas Eve, in their res- pective apartments . . . the Frank Knights, assisted by the John McCartneys, entertained the Purchasing Department workers and their families on Sat. evening, Dec. 30 . . . though Vivienne Nye didn't get home for Christmas, she enjoyed the next-best thing--a visit from her parents . . . Elder and hrs. H. W. Lowe entertained the Sabbath School Department family three days after Christmas in what turned out to be a farewell party for Hiss Margaret Weir . . . A New Year's Eve birthday party was given for Mary Ogle by Rachel Anderson . . . the evening before, Mary her- self had been hostess, with Rath Williams, at a party for a dozen girls . . . the Ministerial Association group and some friends also had a "party"--a "stuffing party," sending out mountains of advertising material for Elder Vandeman's large evangelistic effort at the Sligo church . . . another birthday party--Anita Kohler's . . . Christmas bells and wedding bells rang together for Mary Klesa and Willis Hanson. They were married December 20 in the home of Elder and hrs. George E. Vandeman. That 1,ednesday morn- ing before Mary left, her co-workers in the iiinisterial Assn. closed a "departmental council" with the presentation to her of a lovely pressure cooker. She has been loaned to the Potomac Con- ference for three months so that she may be Elder Vandeman's secretary during the great evangelistic campaign at Sligo church. Aline Eangam (formerly in Purchasing Dept.) celebrated her parents' wedding anniversary on Dec. 27 with a wedding of her own-- to Owen Campbell, in the Raleigh, U. C., SDA church. Aline is now employed in the Carolina Conference office. Who's new?--Pairs. Esther Doss, working for Dr. EcFarland . • • Eileen Robson, in Press Bureau as Hr. Ferren's secretary . . . Lynne Sudduth in Sabbath School Dept. . . . Mrs. Clyde Evans (Elsie, that is) in the Religious Liberty Department, secretary to Elder Stanley C. Harris who has also just arrived from SFA. Mrs. Halswick sends greetings to the Keepers from her new home in Glendale, Calif. She would be happy to greet any Keepers coming her way and show then her many beautiful flowers. A SALUTE to our out-going editor, Ethel Howard, and her staff. It's going to be hard to measure up to the standard set by all our illustrious predecessors, but we'll try--and we'll appreciate your fine suggestions as you answer the questionnaire our new president mentioned on page 2. =KEYNOTE Editor � Leona Running Associate Editor . . . � Pauline Klady Art Editor � Naomi Dart Production Manager . . . � Grace Evans Circulation Mgr. . . Corinne Wilkinson Typists. . Marilyn Chase, Meryle Cumbo Agnes Kingsfield, Evelyn Ruch January Reporters . 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