In 1959 , the widow of Victor Houteff , Florence Houteff , announced that the expected Armageddon was about to take place .
Members were told to gather at the center to await this event .
In 1959 , the widow of Victor Houteff , Florence Houteff , announced that the expected Armageddon was about to take place , and members were told to gather at the center to await this event .