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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1950
Page
8
The Canadian semi monthly meeting at Mrs. Morris Bennett's home featured a program by Mrs. R. N. Matthews on the history and development of ceramics. Mrs. Charles Newton demonstrated ceramic making, with her finished pieces on view. Eighteen members and one guest attended.
Tu cu m c a r i Ruth Re bekah Lodge installed new officers at IOOF Hall in Ceremonies led by district deputy president Ella Mae Jenkins. Elected officers include Elsa Orem noble grand Margaret Hall vice grand Ola Adams past noble Lorene Jones secretary atrice McCombs financial secretary Vinnie Dodson treasurer. appointive officers listed.
Dorothy Dix counsels that a wife may allow her husband one evening out weekly while resisting scenes about it. He deserves private time, and trust is key. The piece notes age differences and cautions men to avoid excessive dissipation, urging mutual fairness and understanding in married life.
Dear Miss Dix offers guidance on a 46 year old man considering marriage to a 26 year old, stating age is less important than character and vitality. In a separate issue, a family faces neighbor bias against their adopted son. the columnist urges relocation to protect the child and condemns the neighbor’s prejudice as cruel and rare.
Emil F. Myers, Polk Street Methodist Church Gleaners Class teacher, entertained members and guests with a chicken dinner. After-dinner program featured Beakers for the guests, with Dr. E. D. Landreth, T. W. Whigham and Mr. Myers as speakers. Attendees included Eugene Harris, Johnson Whitsett, H. Whigham, Earl Smith, Nugent Brown, J. R. Stevenson, Ed West, D. B. Watkins, Raymond Faulkner, Charles Davis, Al Morris, Carl Miller, Charley Kent, Lester Brummett, Ted Hughiett, J. C. Law, Braden Vetesh, Roby C. Neely, Thad Ansley, Homer Robbin, A. G. Bachman, Leander Campbell, S. G. Stockton, and Mrs. Emil F. Myers among others.
Members of the Home Arts Club embroidered ten towels for the Day Nursery at a meeting held at Mrs. Marie Finklea’s home at 520 West Fifth. The club donated 12% dozen towels in 1949. Guests included Mrs. Walter Irvin, with Mesdames Fern, Flesher, Hess, Kerr, McKay, Rushmer and the hostess. The next meeting is set for 2:30 PM January 20 at Mrs. Huff’s home, 1214 West Ninth.
The A M Mothers Club held a covered dish dinner at Mrs Glen Battin 4206 West Third. Mrs A F Madison president led the meeting and plans were discussed to raise funds for the club with pictures for the A M College annual. The next session is scheduled for 2 PM February 3 at Mrs Preston Brown 1725 Canyon.
Pauline Moore Circle of the First Baptist Church met for dinner at the church. Mrs. Estelle Scott, program leader, introduced Mrs. Clyde Love who gave the devotional on the subject Laborers Together for God. Mrs. Scott reviewed the circle watch word. Mrs. A J Quinn discussed Playing Fair With Others. Thirty two members were present.
A wedding notice reports Miss Paula Bodine and Joe Vick exchange vows in Aberdeen. The bride, daughter of C. O. Bodine, is described as a farmer, with plans to reside in The Grove Community after the ceremony.
A busy social listing shows church and club activities across the city. Events include the Souleyan Service Guild at Tenth Avenue Methodist at 7 30, the American Association of University Women Evening Book Reviewer Loraine Bruce at 907 Louisiana, and multiple meetings at First Baptist, Temple Bnai Israel Auxiliary, IOOF and OES halls, plus club gatherings at Marine Grill and residence addresses such as 2045 Hughes and 1506 Jefferson.
New York fashion editors report the 1950 spring shows echo the 1920s flapper era with slim waists and short skirts. Designers like Blotta and McCardell present sheath dresses, sleeveless outfits, georgette and chiffon in sheer neutrals, prints, and layers with jackets for day and evening. The return includes chemises, wrap coats, and bold overcoats, while outfits emphasize natural curves and wearable simplicity.
An era of fashion critique notes waistlines fluctuating with trends as public taste shifts away from the old silhouette. The fragment hints at evolving dress forms affecting daily wear and perceived style.
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