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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1941
Page
4
Mrs. George Pratt and Mrs. James Poteet hosted a Friday afternoon gathering for former Paris Texas residents at 3704 Fountain Terrace. Guest of honor Miss Moss Richardson of Canyon, a West Texas State College English professor, read several pieces and fellow guests shared memories of Paris days.
The Amarillo Branch of the American Association of University Women held its annual dinner dance at the Amarillo Hotel with Valentine themed decor. Guests enjoyed dinner at 7:30 followed by bridge and dancing, featuring numerous members and their guests. A separate note states that twenty million artificial teeth were exported from the United States in the first six months of 1940.
Anne Adams Pattern 4608 offered in small medium and large. Small apron B requires 2 yards 35 inch fabric and 3 yards ric rac. Apron A uses 2 yards 35 inch fabric and 2 yards ruffling. Fifteen cents to Pattern Department Amarillo Globe New York. additional ten cents for latest Pattern Book.
A string of social events fills Amarillo society pages as Miss Martha Houghton's nuptials approach with pre nuptial coffees hosted by Mrs R Dean Kirk and Miss Mildred Kirk and further gatherings at the Country Club Rose Bowl luncheon and a hardware association event. Meyer events include farewell parties for Mrs Cothren Terrell and a miscellaneous shower for Miss Maurine Dickerson. Walter Caldwell Jr of Houston will wed Miss Houghton at St Andrews Episcopal Friday. Proceeds from a business womens party support the Social Center for Girls.
An ad promoting Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna with Syrup Pepsin to treat constipation and stomach upset. It claims the combination relaxes bowels and soothes the stomach, suitable for children, and urges readers to buy at their druggist.
Mrs. Tronnie Smith, manager of Junkin's at 613 Taylor Street, notes a growing demand for homemaking fabrics as spring arrives. The store preempts price rises by stocking new chambrays seersuckers acetates silks and knitted jerseys with cottons popular this year. Spring palettes include rose shades rice sand soft blues gold and bright reds.
Mrs. John Gloyins formerly Miss Trene Pettit received a surprise post-nuptial shower Thursday night hosted by Mrs. George Morehead and Mrs. A. H. Mathis at 2007 Fillmore Street. Entertainment included games with prizes won by Mrs. Austin Carrigan and Mrs. Dee Davis. Attendees included numerous friends and relatives and gifts were sent by several local correspondents.
Mrs. Aileen Byrd of White and Kirk cosmetics shares mid winter skin care advice from Helena Rubinstein Southwest Training School in Dallas. Dry skin signals wrinkles and requires a planned regimen with cleansing, night creams, a protective foundation, and lip and hand care.
The San Jacinto P T A entertained the school staff with a Friday night banquet and party at the Blackstone Hotel. E F King gave the invocation and high scores in contract and prizes were awarded to multiple attendees including Mrs Pat Flynn, E F King, Mrs Earl Elliott, and E Naylor. Decorations featured patriotic red white and blue cherry logs and candles. The Indian name for Mt McKinley in Alaska is Denali Home of the Sun.
The calendar lists numerous local group meetings and social events tonight across Amarillo. Women's clubs, sororities, and service groups meet at venues including Federation Club Rooms, Betsy Hayward residence, and Rose Bowl Tea Room with times from 3:00 to 8:30 p.m. Many include teas, games, or socials for members and guests.
Rev. M. C. Schofield of 2504 Garfield Street enjoyed a surprise dinner on his 72nd birthday Sunday at home. Attendees included Rev. and Mrs. L. H. Dickerson and many friends and relatives such as N. D. Hughes H. W. Oliver C. E. Yates W. M. Schofield and others in town.
Mrs Roy Andrews president of Red Carnation Lodge announced two new committees at the Friday lodge meeting in I C C F Hall. Condolence and homes committee members are Mesdames Heath Devine Howes Ammons and Baggs. Card committee members are Mesdames Cox Thibodeaux and Mann. A rummage sale was planned with calls invited to Heath Webb or Robertson. Refreshments were served by Mesdames Baird Andrews Ammons Berg and Baggs. 30 members attended.
The Amoma Class of the First Baptist Church will meet at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning in Mrs. Tom Gilley's home at 1530 Parker Street for coffee and weekly visitation.
The Entre Nous Club will gather at 2 pm Thursday in the home of Mrs James Bowen 1011 Sunset Terrace. A note mentions there are over 6 000 000 R F D mail boxes in the United States.
AP report notes Mexico City traffic officials consider raising the speed limit from 40 to 45 mph on major avenues including Paseo de la Reforma. The piece describes chaotic lanes, crowded cabs, and the skill of local drivers as visitors learn to navigate a bustling capital teeming with taxis, buses, and unpredictable road habits.
A wedding shower honoring Bride Mrs. Gene Williams was held at Mrs. Clifford Abbott’s home on North West Fifteenth Avenue. Gifts were given to the honoree Theda Sibley Williams. many ladies attended and gifts were sent by additional friends and relatives.
Marcus Coleman was honored at a surprise party for his eighth birthday hosted by Denzel Castle at 315 North East Seventh Avenue. Guests included Bettie and Estelle Giles, Hays family members, Shackley relatives, Castle family, and several friends and neighbors who shared refreshments.
Instructions for a crochet square called Lucky Clover with directions for making the square, stitch illustrations, and materials. Send ten cents and pattern number 2760 to Amarillo Globe Needle craft Dept. 82 Eighth Avenue New York NY with name and address.
The narrator describes riding a crowded bus along cliff edges with scant concern as the driver performs skillful maneuvers at night. Dimmed lights by oncoming traffic and the glare from oncoming drivers create a tense exchange that highlights courtesy and danger in near darkness.
Leslie Chipmar 26 of Weatherford died after leaping from an airplane when both parachutes failed to deploy. The jump was made for a purse of 30 dollars. An unrelated note mentions Iceland and its literature in 1215.
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