>From the 5 March 1942 edition of the Altoona Tribune: Wedding Anniversary Party at Stafford's Mr. and Mrs. John Stafford, Sr., were pleasantly surprised when a group of friends and relatives gathered at their home on Daniels Ave. on Friday evening, Feb. 27, the occasion being their wedding anniversary. A 6:30 supper was served by the hostesses, Mms. H. Sturz and J. Backstrom. A beautiful three-tier wedding cake topped by a miniature bride and groom formed the centerpiece of the table. A purse of silver and a beautiful bouquet were presented to the guests of honor. The occasion also served in celebration of their son's birthday anniversary, John Stafford, Jr., which occurred on Feb. 26, the wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. K. Sturz, Feb. 18, wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Alton Sturz, on Feb. 26, and that of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Jenkins on March 2. Guests present for the celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Gust Hein, Town of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. John Stafford Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Jenkins, and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Sturz of Eau Claire; Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Sturz, Mr. and Mrs. John and Elmer Backstrom of Route No. 2, Fall Creek; and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sturz, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Sturz, and Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Stafford and son, Ellsworth, and daughter, Charolotte, of this city. A delightful evening is reported to have been enjoyed by all. -- Nance