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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1942
Page
11
The article outlines how to design a permanent Victory Garden integrated with a new home layout. It stresses direct access from house to garden, informal planting, color harmony, and a hedge-segregated vegetable plot near the kitchen door, illustrating modern, simple garden design and color use.
Mrs. Ella Louise Murrell, bound for Corsicana to join her son T. J. an aviation instructor, was honored with a surprise farewell shower hosted by Mrs. Myrtle Nickell at 2118 Hayden Street. Attendees included Mrs. Rogers and family friends. gifts noted from Mrs. Connery, Mrs. Borden, and Mrs. Knight. W Chapter 7 of the P F O Sisterhood meets at 12:30 tomorrow at Mrs. Billingslea’s home 1308 Fillmore Street, moving from the previously announced venue.
Mrs. Erice S. Harrison of Woodbridge New Jersey argues the second world war will advance women professionally as did the first. She foresees gains in personal competence and moral stamina, with women entering industrial and agricultural work and improving health housing and education.
The listing shows a dense schedule of club meetings, social events, and church activities in Amarillo. Groups include First Baptist Church units, YWA GA Sunbeam, Elizabeth Truly GA, Atlantida Spanish Club, and numerous women’s clubs, service groups, and school gatherings with times ranging from early afternoon to evening.
Ronnie Rogers was entertained on his sixth birthday with a party at his parents home, 1222 West Fifteenth Avenue. Attendees included Glenn and Neil Wayne Godsey, Edwin Gifford, Zadie Maude Senior, Janet Montgomery, Donald LeNevve, David and Bennie Bechtel, Bobby Edwards, Virginia Ann Visage, Violet Visage, Bob Roy, and G. W. Rogers. The pink and white cake featured pink candles.
The Ladies' Auxiliary to the Order of Railway Conductors met with Mrs. Eugene Elder to bake forty one dozen cookies for the Service Men's Civic Center and plan future bake and welfare meetings on the first and third Tuesdays. A morning coffee honored retiring and incoming officers at Mrs. Dale's home with colorful decor and notable attendees.
The Junior Welfare League Finance Committee lists Mrs. Don Harrington as chairman and a group of members including Mesdames Norwood West Ralph Carroll Rudy Bauman Malcolm Shelton Louis K. Patton and others. The sale date and venue will be announced after plans are completed. An economy tip suggests resting freshly laundered linens by placing them at the bottom of the pile and mending worn spots before laundering.
Local church groups announce events including a COPPER PLANNED Circle coffee at Mrs H R Sager 1407 Pierce St 9 30 Thursday proceeds aid the council Mary Class luncheon at First Baptist at noon tomorrow Martha Class meetings at First Baptist Tuesday afternoon Ann Nassau Circle rummage sale Friday at 621 East Fourth Avenue Entre Nous Club meets Thursday at Mrs S M Shenefelt 207 Fairmont St Memorial service planned by Amarillo Chapter Order of the Eastern Star 8 pm Tuesday at 524 1 2 Taylor Street
An article offers a pine scented bath mixture for dogs and long haired cats, mixing two tablespoons with warm water to foam and wipe dry. It notes the deodorizing scent repels fleas, is safe for pets, and suggests tepid soap and thorough drying for cleanliness. Daily dusting helps prevent grime. Also advises drying tin utensils after washing and using a scouring abrasive for burned-on food.
The article notes imitation leather has accumulated on furniture and prompted scrutiny from buyers and sellers. Officials warn of quality concerns and potential substitutions for ironclad fabrics in upholstery.
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