Morrison Festival a Hit at Morrison School Fundraiser
Morrison School hosted its annual fall festival in the gymnasium and nearby classrooms drawing excited children and parents. The PTA raised more than its $1,000 goal with popular fish pond games, a spooky room, cake walk, and a country store. Mayor Don Barrett served as auctioneer for leftover treats. Principal John L. Gordon announced a December PTA meeting to form a school expenditures committee to decide purchases from festival profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joane Panos Messenger
Morrison School
James Hoon
Don Barrett
Morrison Pta’s
John L. Gordon
Heloise Decorator Tips Washing Curtains on Rod
Reader tips cover washing nylon net curtains without removing rods by soaking on the rod in lukewarm sudsy water, then rinsing and rehang. Suggestions include freezing sausage for easy slicing, removing needle holes with vinegar and toothbrush, and using magnets on oven door corners to hold it shut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heloise
Daily Reader
Maya Angelou poised as first Black woman film director
The excerpt quotes Maya Angelou comparing a new career to leaping into an ice cold pool and notes she will be the first Black woman film director. The piece also mentions Debbie Morris, an 11 year old from England, who will be reunited with her brother after nine years in a separate family context.
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Maya Angelou
Ricky
Warner Morris
Debbie Morris
England
Skirts Gain In Prestige In Modern Wardrobe
The article notes shirts rising to prestige status with versatile styling and luxurious fabrics. It highlights Qiana nylon as a leading fabric, enabling elegant yet care free wear. Updated blouse details include overblouses, body shirts, ruffles, cuffs, collars, and neckties.
Ex Nun Faces Stigma In New Life And Work
Dear Abby column recounts an ex-nun facing curiosity and contempt after leaving the convent while pursuing a new career. A second letter from a woman who helped two abused children describes long term behavioral damage and a surprising family twist involving the children's mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abigail van Buren
Abby
Club News Highlights Meetings and Plans at Alpha Gamma Delta
The Current Events Club discussed The Little White House by Mrs. D B Green and toured Roosevelt era artifacts. Alpha Gamma Delta alumnae hosted pledges with a potluck and a rummage sale planned for November 20 at the Armory with chairs Mrs Janice Bixler and Mrs Study.
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Clarence Fuller
Guysville
D. B. Green
Little White House
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Warm Springs
Warm Springs Foundation
R. B. Slaugher
State St
Alpha Gamma Detta
Robert Matthews
Dalton Ave
Greta Lash
Larry Study
Tri Alpha
O.U
Alpha Gamma Delta
Lash
E. E. Mu
Women Seek Maiden Names On Passports in Suit
Two married women sue the U.S. Passport Office to use their birth names instead of their husbands’ surnames. Karla Simon and Nancy Hermann claim requiring a married woman to bear a husband’s name reflects patriarchy. They seek an injunction and constitutional declarations.
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Air Force
Anna
Washington
U.S
Karla Simon
Nancy Hermann
Richard D. Hobbet
Theodoros Karrikolas
Hermann
Nancy Karrikolas
Simon
McConkey Couple Welcome Son Ryan Neal in Belpre
Mr. and Mrs. Gary McConkey of Belpre announce the birth of a son, Ryan Neal, born November 5 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Parkersburg West Virginia. The couple also has a 21 month old son, Scott. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Frank Chapman of Guysville and Mr. and Mrs. Glenn McConkey of The Plains. Great grandparents include L. C. Swearengen and Mrs. Amelia Chapman of Coolville and L. G. McConkey of Athens.
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Gary McConkey
Belpre
Ryan Neal
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Parkersburg
W. Va
McConkey
Scott
Frank Chapman
Guysville
Glenn McConkey
the Plains
L. C. Swearengen
Amelia Chapman
Coolville
L. G. McConkey
Athens
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Morrison
Joane Panos
Ohio
Ness
A Lennox
Athens Home Comfort Center
E. State ST
Lennox
Mrs
Danny Green
Grace
Mrs. Robinson
Ralph Badger
Florida
Dairy Fair
THE
Associated Press
Candice Bergen
Atlanta
Los Angeles
Cal
Club News
Study
Alexander Prisley
James Johnstone
Paul Cotton
Bixler
Dean
Barry
Putnam Howe Drive
DIAL
MIT
Inlan& Barry
Baker and Stauffer
Westinghouse Factory
Westinghouse
Loos
Simwall Design
Ommene Os Westinghouse
State
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