Democratic Convention News Sparks Local Interest
The piece notes excitement around the Democratic Convention with mentions of Lyndon Johnson’s nomination speech via telecommunication, Gov. Frank Clement’s keynote address, and a lively display of young talent. It also catalogs social sightings and gadgets, including a Supersonic TV set demonstration at Big Bend TV Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Connally
Lyndon Johnson
Delaware
Frank Clement
Tenn
G. E. Lehman
Paul Hilbrich
Elizabeth Winter
Sidney| Swearingen
Marfa
Dorothy
H. J. McBride
Graham
Jeff
Bifore
Asa Jones
Norilla’s
Jimmy Logan
Big Bend TV Co
Frances Merete
Hill
Austin
Mrs Morelock
E. E. Townsend
Frances
Cathedral Mountain Lodge
Townsend
Don Forker
Gage Holland
the Big Bend
Mrs. L. D. Harris Hosts Sewing Sisters Meeting
Mrs L D Harris entertained the Sewing Sisters Friday afternoon at her home with a frosted drink served to members Mrs Carl Heiman Zeb Decie Otis Kimball and King Terry and guests Mrs O K Anderson of San Mar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Heiman
Zeb Decie
Otis Kimball
King Terry
O. K. Anderson
San Mar
Back To School Movement Enlivens Alpine Students Families
Alpine continues preparations as students and mothers plan wardrobes and travel for college. Many 1956 graduates pursue Sul Ross and other Texas institutions, with Marsha Broadfoot entering the Women’s Branch of Faith and Life, and multiple locals heading to TCU, Texas Tech, Sul Ross, Texas Western, UW, and Houston for higher learning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odus
Susie
Johnny
University of Texas
Marsha Broadfoot
Christian ‘Faith & Life
Faith and Life
Sondra Breshears
Joyce Lockhart
Sul Ross
Bansogan
David Pierce
Keith
Ticky Shepperd
Dicky Allen
Austin Way
Sullins College
Bristol
Sara Rogers
Sara
Sandra
Sul Yoss
TCU
Fort Worth
Jerre
Williams
Ollege
Roberts
Sul’ Ross
Seguin
Pat Pollock
Texas Lutheran College
Abilene Christian College
Salutorian
Merriell McCollum
Manhattanville College
New York City
Anna Newell
Gladys Cowell
Brother Lee
Texas Western College
el Paso
Billy
University of Houston
Freddy Davis
Terry Beckett
Texas Tech
Naval Rotc
Tulane University
New Orleans
Don McNamara
Kay Young
the Avalanche
Judy Crider
Mrs E E Townsend Hosts Luncheon for Frances Hill
Mrs E E Townsend entertained Thursday honoring Frances Morelock Hill of Austin visiting her parents Dr and Mrs H W Morelock. Guests were driven to Cathedral Mountain Lodge for a luncheon at a long table with white floral decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. Townsend
Frances Morelock Hill
Austin
H. W. Morelock
Cathedral Mountain Lodge
Hill
Morelock
D. M. Bennet
Donald Forker
Jimmy Logan
Henry Bailey
Jim Glasscock
Townsend
Cousins Revered in San Antonio Gathering
Mrs Sam Bunton Mrs J W Gilmer and Mrs Gilmer’s sister Mrs Nora Dibrell of San Antonio attended a family gathering. The four women are first cousins sharing a close kinship and hometown roots.
Legion Auxiliary Meeting Set For Monday Evening
Mrs. M. L. Hopson, president for 1996 87, will preside at the year’s first Legion Auxiliary meeting at 7 30 p.m. Monday Aug 20 at the Legion Club. Mrs Henry Bailey acts as moderator. Hostesses are Mrs Onah Brown and Mrs Mae M Ament. Refreshments will be served. All members urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. L. Hopson
American Legion Auxiliary
the Legion Club
American Legion
Henry Bailey
Thostesses
Onah
Brown
Mae M. Ament
Miss Alice Owens Feted At Morning Coke And Shower
Miss Alice Owens bride elect of Lewis Abbott of Tyler was feted at a morning coke and shower by Mrs. T A Beard and Mrs. Anna Hayslip on Friday August 10. Guests included the bride’s mother Mrs Avora Owens and several friends. The event featured fruit centerpieces, a treasure hunt with rhymes, and gifts of lingerie and home articles for the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Owens
Lewis Abbott
Tyler
T. A. Beard
Anna Hayslip
Norman Beard
Alice
Zeth Garner
Hom
Avora Owens
Marylou Pattillo Celebrates 3rd Birthday At Party
Marylou Pattillo daughter of Mr and Mrs John Pattillo celebrated her third birthday with a Monday afternoon party at home. Ice cream a decorated cake and punch were served to young guests. Balloons and candy favors were shared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marylou Pattillo
John Pattillo
Carol ‘Thomson
Sally Glasscock
Jackie
Scott Williams
David Newell
Tommy Connor
Debra Newbill
Mark Pate
Mark’ Thomson
Mike
Jimmy
Bonnie Pattilio
Marylou
JoAnna Newell
Jack Williams
Bill Thomson
Tom Connor
C. W. Newbill
Mrs W L Winter Hosts Tuesday Bridge Club
The Tuesday Bridge Club met for luncheon and bridge at Mrs. W L Winter's home. High score went to Mrs. Frank McCollum with Bingo won by Mrs. Ralph Peters. Guests included Winston Currie and daughters Sally and Leslie visiting Mrs. Berta Lassiter and family on their California vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L Winter
Frank McCollum
Ralph Peters
Mes Dames Chalmers Broadtfoot
Alfred E. Creigh Jr
Gerald Ogle
MoCollum
Peters
Paul Vogt
Jimmy Logan
Winston Currie
Sally
Leslie
Austin
Mr. Currie
Berta Lassiter
California
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Frances Hill
the Fabric Shop
Jack Brown
Clay
Bobby Cooper
Tiny Howell
Loyd Martin
Everett McAuley
Clifton Moss
Truitt Read
Margie Smeadey
Betty Gallego
Sandra Rogers
Ann
Butch
Brackettville
J. D. Harrison
Pampa
Nancy
Alpine
Youn
University Baptist Church
W. L. Winter
Cross & Cross
Coats & Suits
Bettijean
Mary Lane
By Kamore
Rhodes & Rosecresi
By Marlowe
Sunny South
By Carlye Gay Gibson
Trina
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