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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1940
Page
4
Tom Holman president of Amarillo Retail Druggists said a counteraction against fifth column movements might be discussed at a meeting to be held well day noon in the Amarillo Hotel.
Wreck Fin the Instiead With Woot VIViNd Winacu, Jasmine Soap introduces soap cloth discs from Henri Bendel. The ingenious flannel squares swell when wet to form wash cloths with soap lasting two or three baths. Box of 12 lasts about a month in pink blue and white. Packaged in transparent cellophane with usage instructions. Ideal for travel guest bathrooms and gifts.
War pressures push leather costs up about 30 percent and a 15 percent rise in bag prices. Designers warn bags will use less labor or detail without sacrificing overall quality. Inner interlining, firmer frames, and precise tailoring distinguish durable, high quality bags from cheaper, more fragile ones.
Amarillo groups list events for Wednesday including American Legion Auxiliary at Legion Hall and Amarillo Chapter of the Eastern Star, piano recital at Myers Music Mart, Rebekah Lodge at LOF Hall, Bible study and hostesses, with numerous other gatherings at Masonic Hall, Pierce Street, River Road, and local churches. Also notes shopping advice on bags and frames with price guidance.
A birthday party celebrated the sixth birthday of twins Euton and Eyvonne Donley hosted by their mother Mrs. Lewis Donley at 500 Jefferson Street. Guests included Algerine Spain Ivan Spain Joy Lou Bowers Shirley Bowers Nancy Ruth Hayhurst Clinton Griffin Mary Griffin Mildred Ellis Pedrik Miller Beulah Graves Pauline Spain Raylene Garton Johnnie Donley and Robert Donley with mothers Mesdames John Spain John Spain Jr J Cates Lewis Griffin Ruby Garton.
The Blue Bonnet Needle Club will hold a luncheon at 12 30 Thursday at the home of Mrs J F Stewart located at 1301 B Buchanan Street.
The Congenial Nine Club will meet at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Wayne Fulton at 810 North Woodland Street.
Health writer Alicia Hart reports Josephine L. Rathbone of Columbia Teachers College advocates balancing activity and rest. The expert urges two daily breaks, relaxed routines, and simple posture changes to reduce jitters and physical strain, especially among homemakers and busy professionals.
Circle 2 of the First Christian Woman's Council will hold a covered dish luncheon tomorrow at 12 30 PM in the home of Mrs A A Utterback 1307 A Parker Street.
Billye Lee Williamson was honored on her ninth birthday by her mother Mrs. A P Black and Mesdames E L Butterfield and T E Bursey with a Buchanan Park gathering yesterday. Refreshments followed at the Borden Heap o Cream Parlor on North Fillmore Street. Guests included Edward Butterfield Lois Britt Bette Ann Forister Jane Butterfield Clara Nell Baucum Dorothy Jeane Butterfield Glenn Baucum Margie Ruth Biggers Betty Jean Barnett Emma Jane Sandovall Delvin Edwin Speak Bobby Dean Reid Billy Dick Reid Suzella Bursey Tessa Ella Williams Mildred Brady Nancy Bursey Patsy Scoby Glenn O'Dell Sarah Bess Osburne.
Piano pupils of Mrs H Lauder will give a recital at 8 o clock Thursday night at Myers Music Mart. The public is invited. Participants include Jo Benesch Stanley Buthker Carolyn Clouse Shirley Fenn Mrs Ivan Fenn Martha Ruth Green Gordon Helton Geraldine Helton Nettie Lou Keirsey Ruth Lauder Ruby Lauder Robert Lauder Howard Lauder Dorothy Lewis Sterline Pittman Evelyn Parrish Alice Marie Dorothy Jean Ryan Jackie Murl Eddie Raye Steele Dorothy Williamson Carol Mc Cartney Celia Mc Cartney Cicie Jean Robertson
The Happy Stitcher Club held its final meeting of the season at Mrs. Bill Shannon's home 4244 West Fourteenth Avenue. Needlework and crocheting were enjoyed, with Mrs. Tra G. Clark receiveing a silver bowl before her move to Denver. Attendees included Mesdames J. J. Husband R. A. Baker P. C. Parker Bill Clark of Quanah and Mickie and Jimmie Pollard.
Amarillo Garden Club will sponsor Mrs. J. T. Howard for a KGNC broadcast at 3 45 PM on Wednesday. Howard, a local flower culture authority, will outline garden tasks for June.
Ellwood Park hosts Central Presbyterian Church and Sunday School picnic on Wednesday near 13th and Jackson. All members invited with games for youngsters starting at 4 pm and supper at 6 30 pm. Attendees bring baskets while treats are promised by Guy Saunders and supervision for children by Mrs. Ivan Fenn and Mrs. Gladys Green.
Amarillo retail druggists have been called to a special meeting to discuss what part they might be.
Panhandle Court No 125 of the Ben Hur Life Association will hold a regular session Wednesday evening in IOOF Hall at 8. A pie supper will be served at 8:30 followed by dancing. Public invited with no admission charge.
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