Summary
The January 29, 1962 Polio Benefit at the Shamrock realized $118.74. The Beaver Beacon says sandwiches, cake, and coffee were donated; Willie Schmidt’s roast and Florence Burke’s towels were auctioned; and Art Brown and Patrick Gallagher won the two reported auctions. Mary Green won a $3 door prize. Dick and Musette LaFreniere chaired the event.
Evidence and limits
This is a newspaper financial result, not an audited charity receipt. The source does not identify the beneficiary account or provide a complete attendance and donation ledger.
Sources
- Beaver Beacon, February 1962, “Polio Benefit.”Reports the January 29 benefit at the Shamrock, donated refreshments, a roast from Willie Schmidt, towels from Florence Burke, auction winners Art Brown and Patrick Gallagher, a $3 door prize won by Mary Green, and $118.74 realized. Dick and Musette LaFreniere are named chairmen; no audited receipt or beneficiary ledger is held.