Fillmore Ebell Club Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary, Women’s Service Club 50th
By Anonymous — Wednesday, October 8th, 2014
On September 27th, the Fillmore Ebell Club celebrated its 100th Anniversay, and the 50th anniversary of the Fillmore Women’s Service Club (FWSC). Seated in photo is (l-r) Jeanne Klittich, president of the Service Club, and Mary Ford. Standing is Dave Wilde and Lucy Rangel both Fillmore Unified Board of Education members, Shelley Johnson representing California State Assemblyman Jeff Gorell, Superintendent Kathy Long, a gentleman representative for U.S. Congresswoman Julia Brownley, and a representative for California State Senator Hannah Beth Jackson. Each presented proclamations of appreciation for the contributions each club has made to the community of Fillmore. Mary Ford accepted the proclamations as president of Ebell. Jeanne Klittich, president of the Fillmore Women’s Service Club accepted on their behalf. The presenters stressed Ebell’s contribution through education, culture, art, literature, music, and other fine arts. FWSC was lauded for service to the community and the many scholarships given to Fillmore students. The evening included socializing, dinner, and dancing. |