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Relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Vine Gallia, Sr., of Wallis helped them celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Sunday, November 23. A mass was held at Guardian Angel Church at Wallis at 1 p m.. and a supper wasserved afterwards in the Youth Center.Chrysanthemums in autumn colors were used in church decorations. White crystal fern, lillies of the valley, and white carnations graced the reception hall. A four tier circular cake on columns, baked by the couple's daughter, Mrs. Vencil Prazak, Sr., was decorated with pink roses and sugar spun bells. The numerals “60” topped the tall confection. Side adornments were silver candelabra with lillies of the valley. These occupied a separate table laid with lace over satin. Gold love birds and ribbons added further accent.Mr. and Mrs. Gallia were married on November 16, 1906. Born in Praha, Texas, he is 81 years ofage. Mrs. Gallia, now 77, is the daughter of the late John and Theresie Uhyrek, and came to Texas at the age of three years, settling in Frydek, later moving to Wallis. Mr. Gallia lived in the East Bernard area. Following their marriage, the couple moved to Walliswhere they have lived since. Mr. Gallia followed the vocation of a farmer and water well driller for more than 40 years beforehis retirement.The couple had 12 children. four of whom died in infancy, and a son. Pete, passed away a few years ago. Living children are: Mrs. Lad (Annie) Jalowy of East Bernard: Vine Gallia. Jr., Jim Gallia, Mrs. Vencil H. (Willie Mae)Prazak. Mrs Ray (Mary) Marling, and Jerry Gallia, all of Wallis; and George Gallia of Sealv’. There are32 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.Mr. and Mrs. Vine Gallia, Jr., celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary at the same time, it being on November 3rd.MPW Hosted by Mrs. Frazier and Mrs. Nowak Nov. 18Mrs. Myrtle Frazar an Mrs. Mona Nowak wer hostesses to the Seal BPW Club at Mrs Frs zar’s home on Tuesdaj November 18 A traditior al Thanksgiving turke dinner was servedAfter the bounteou meal, Mrs Frazar conduct ed a short business meet ing.A definite date for th Christmas party has nc yet been scheduled but wi be announced soon—Niwh $$*ffMr. and Mrs. Vine Gallia, Sr. Observe Sixtieth AnniversaryCDA Are NoshFor Azalea ManorBirthday PartyMembers of the Catholic Daughters, Court St. Elizabeth 1616, were hostesses for the November birthday festivity at Azalea Manor on November 15. Mrs.Frank Strieder was mistress of ceremonies, bringing birthday greetings to the group and introducing the members present to assist with the hostess duties.Residents who celebrated their birthdays were Mrs. Albert Braesicke, Willie Lamp, Frank Kvet-on, and Element Verera. Friends and relatives joined each one to make this ahappy occasionStaff members who were wished “Happy Birthday” were Mrs. Emily Preihisch, R N., Mrs, Jessie Mae Brooks. Mrs. Velma Glover, and Mrs HenriettaNails, L. V. N.Frank and John Striedet provided iively entertainment during the entire party on their violin, guitar. and harmonica The Strieder brothers have entertained several times at Azalea Manor. Thev areWhighly popular among the residents and staff, who enjoy the variety of old-time tunes and the jolly repartee that they provide with so much enthusiasm and spontaneity.Miss Cathy Strieder lit the randies on the embossed birthday cake, and Mrs Strieder distributed gifts from the Catholic Daughters.A large honeycomb turkey in tones of gold and brown marked the approaching Thank sgiving season, and was given tothe home by the hoxt«*ss**s Other con versa tion pkres on the refreshment tables includei a doll cake made by Mrs Clara Rochen for Mrs PrGhisch, a globe of the mlt;*n. candles, singing birds, and ga birthday packagesNumerous pictun*s weretaken, including some taken by Miss Wilma Petrusrk and others taken with the film given to th** nursing horn** by Mr Kveton’s daughter, Mrs Juanita McDonaldMrs. Slavina Rinn, administrator, expressed appreciation to the hostessesfor their hospitality. Following a prayer by Mrs Strieder. bountiful refresh ments were served by theCatholic Daughters and the nursing h*wne food staff Each birthday hon-oree was seated at a table with his special lunch«*onguests.Plans are underway for the December birthdavWparty and for th** annual Christmas party Remnants of piece golt;»dx and decorative bits of rick-rack. sequins, ribbons, and other trimmings will begladly accepted by the nursing home from anyone who has a surplus of these items. Such materials will be put to good use by many of the residents, who will make lovely, creative articles such as aprtns, quilt tops, pillows, and so on. It is hoped that some decorative handiwork will be completed especially for the Christmas season.The January birthday party will be given by the Indies Aid Society of the Trinity Lutheran Church.
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Sealy News
Sealy, Texas, US
Thu, Nov 27, 1969
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