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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1939
Page
6
The article suggests short in-bed waking up exercises to boost circulation during hot summers. It covers a sequence of stretches and leg raises designed to be done within five minutes, aiming to leave you wide awake and ready for the day.
Amarillo Country Club hosts a breakfast from 7 to 8, dancing 8 to 11, and a swimming and diving contest at 4 with a kiddie bathing revue at 5. Recital by Mrs B B Holland’s pupils at West Amarillo Christian Church at 8 15.
A surprise housewarming was held at the couple’s new home at 2107 Washington Street on Friday night. Guests included Al Hurlock, C. E. Hudson, J. M. Benesch, E. E. Jacobson, Pat Pumplin, Roy Lockleer, John Kenyon, B. W. Van Noy, Buster Hunt, Vera Burton, Vernon Swope, Patsy and Jacque Lou Swope, Harold Epstein, and Dickie Hurlock. Gifts were mailed by R. P. Propst, Matt Roberts, Sue Philpot, Bob Blanks, Buster Hunt, Vernon Swope, B. W. Van Noy, and June Connell.
The International Harvester Club Wives met at Ellwood Park for a picnic lunch with games and conversation. Hostesses were Mesdames Peters Brown and Howes. A July 15 picnic for members and husbands was planned. Attendees included Mesdames Womble Pitt Menninger Killion Bronson Phillips Wheeler Howard Slay Oder Fleming Smith Wells McCartney Lipscomb Henderson Kendrick Hackley.
The drill team of the Ladies Luxury to the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen will meet at 9 oclock Wednesday morning at the I O O F Hall.
Pattern 4183 shown by Anne Adams offers an all occasion dress with a waist flattening girdle effect and adjustable sleeves. Available in sizes 34 through 48, it requires 3 1/2 yards of fabric at size 38 and 2 yards lace edging. Send 15 cents plus size and address to Amarillo Globe Pattern Dept. in New York for pattern and book notices.
A series of bridal parties honors Miss Billie Light ahead of her marriage to James W. Berry on July 9. The first event, a surprise miscellaneous shower at 806 Jefferson Street, featured blue and white decor, an improvised altar, a miniature shoes ceremony, and a poem read by Miss Pinkie Stovall. Guests included Mrs. W. T. Light and many relatives. refreshments, a three tier cake, and a large gift display accompanied the celebration.
Enthusiasm is high for the first house party of District 10 Young Women's Auxiliary at First Baptist Church. Registration starts Thursday at 4 PM with sessions Thursday and Friday evenings. Friday morning features Echoes from Baptist Schools and a Friday banquet at 7 PM. Reservations to Mrs Burnett via phone 8939. Friday night attendance open to the public with Mrs Aron Hancock in full Indian costume.
In this feature the author notes urban sun seekers crave bronze tones, despise pale makeup, and consider sun exposure possible in town during lunch hours. It discusses achieving a tan without a beach trip, touching on mood and style considerations for urban workers.
Dr. J Howard Williams will deliver an inspirational talk on the Cat Saturday morning program promising engaging perspective and motivating insights for attendees.
A Ruth Millett piece argues women must unite to improve pay and opportunities. It cites a Social Security Board report showing 1937 wages of women in commerce and industry at 525 versus men at 1027 and urges women to support women in law medicine leadership and equal pay. It closes with a call to solidarity and upward mobility.
The Four F Home Demonstration Club gathered at Mrs. Bryan York’s 144 Cliffside Drive Friday afternoon. Program featured welcome by Mrs. F. M. Gentry, talks on Home Demonstration History and Benefits by Miss Pauline Lokey and John Merrick, sacred selections by Mrs. Michels and Mr. Merrick, bouquets presented to speakers, and refreshments. Next meeting at Mrs. H. T. Brady’s 123 Bonita Ave. All women invited.
The article urges careful sunning whether in cities or countryside. It notes after tanning the lipstick should be a clear vivid red, with lighter makeup or no powder. For outfits it suggests gingham or linen styles that suit a tanned complexion over heavy fabrics.
Youth in the News notes arrivals and family lines of famous parents. Barbara Lyon returns to New York with her film-star parents, Ben Lyon and Bebe Daniels. Anne Bullitt, daughter of William G. Bullitt, sails to Paris. Michael Lewis, son of Dorothy Thompson and Sinclair Lewis, marks his birthday in Hollywood. Lance Haugwitz-Reventlow, Barbara Hutton’s son, appears at Plymouth after U.S. visit.
Mrs. C. C. Wells received a bridal shower hosted by Mrs. W. B. Overcash at 720 North Williams Street. Guests included Mesdames N. H. Corn W. T. Light A. E. Mashburn and others with gifts from Merton Holman T. C. Hicks Doris Smith and Fred Cawthon. The event reflected a local community social gathering.
Lionel Bagnard of Zane Grey's California fishing party landed a 1,382 pound tiger shark near Sydney breaking the prior Australian record of 1,291 pounds. The catch marks a new milestone in big game fishing for the team.
In Salinas California a white ghost in a car terrorized the highway prompting many calls to the sheriff. Officials could not capture the figure but found a torn open flour sack inside the automobile.
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