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Newspaper
Austin American
Location
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1950
Page
8
A dubious home remedy claims to reduce fat without exercise or starvation. It promises easy weight loss and a money back guarantee if the bottle does not work, urging readers to try the product and return empty bottles for refunds.
The Rev and Mrs W Meade Brown announce the engagement of their daughter Elizabeth Pendelton Brown to Ernest Reid Krenek son of Dr and Mrs BE M Krenek of SFA The wedding is planned for September 4 at St James Episcopal Church with a tea at the hospital Mr Krenek a Baylor Dental School senior expects to receive his degree in December and report to duty with the US Air Force.
Miss Beatrice Joy Kordzik and Elton Ray Faught wed in Fredericksburg on Aug 20 at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in a candlelight ceremony. Attendants wore velvet gowns. reception at Hotel Nimitz for about 200 guests. They plan a Mexico honeymoon and will live in San Saba after returning.
The Surprise Club feted J. M. West with a Friday night birthday party in Briggs. High score in 42 was won by Mrs. J. C. Wright and J. B. Patterson. Refreshments were served to J. L. Patterson, C. E. Wiley, J. C. Wright, J. M. West, E. E. Price, J. R. Jordan, and Mrs. W. E. Clinkscales.
Readers learn that curtains are less prone to tearing when supported by stainless steel stretchers that slip through hems, compared with traditional wooden pin types.
Austin designers praise modern two way furniture for its ingenuity and room planning benefits. The piece discussed adapts to serve as a writing table when folded, combining style with practicality in a single unit.
Miss Carolyn Clairice Harman married Carroll David Parman on August 18 in a double ring ceremony at the Harman home in Lampasas. Officiated by H F Speck, the couple will reside in San Marcos after a reception and trip to San Antonio.
Mrs. A. R. Henderson of Belding Flowers completed a two week floral design course at the Benz School of Floral Design in Houston focusing on shop management wedding decoration bouquets corsages and table arrangements.
In Thrall on August 29 Ross Cloud was honored at a canasta party hosted by friends. About 50 guests attended as games were played and refreshments served in a festive gathering.
The Easley and Blomquist wedding is rescheduled to a late afternoon ceremony at St. Martin’s Lutheran Church on Saturday due to remodel completion. The couple’s reception follows at the home of Miss Anne Jameston with numerous guests listed.
Church members hosted a shower at the Cad dell home honoring Miss Etna Miller. Attendees included Miller family members and local residents such as Mr. and Mrs. Miller, Rev. and Mrs. W B Messrs. and estates Rupert Rode, Leroy Homeyer, Richard Barts, Ed Lee, Raymond Isle, A A Jenke, Rebecca Schultz, Elaine, Kathryn Miller, Patricia Laubach, Mrs P A Schmidt, Albert Schmidt and Albert Wolbrueck.
Miss Martha Fae Hollowell and Clarence Markert exchanged vows August 29 at St Paul Lutheran Church Thorndale with Rev Wilbert Stelzer officiating. The bridal party wore pastel tones and Mrs Hollowell’s mother wore a pale blue dress as guests attended a reception at the bridegroom’s home.
The Violet Crown Garden Club will meet in Calcasieu Auditorium on Thursday morning to elect officers for summer vacancies. Mrs. T. J. Malbrook, president, announced the general session at 10:00 a.m. with an ex rebound meeting at 0:30 p.m.
Miss Petricia Meech, soon to wed Rex D Jr, was honored at a Thursday afternoon china crystal shower hosted by Mia Helen Pearson and Kay Pearson at 600 Park. Colorful asters graced the table as guests, including Meech Jr’s mother, gathered for tea and cake, with gifts presented to the bride.
The University of Texas Chapter NAUD hosted a Friday Fashion Group meeting in the Texas Union focusing on cooking methods and recipes. Hostesses included Mrs. FE C Reach Jr and Mrs. J T Terrell with Mesdames FE H Mabry Lloyd Hlavka William F OZee R F Coffman Fred P Helm Roy D Sanders Jr E C Beach Jr and J T Terrell assisting.
Mrs T. K. Wood hosted a linen and crystal shower for Miss Nancy Doran bride elect of W. H. Looney at 1506 Pecos. Pink and white giladioli and asters adorned the mantel and refreshment table. Miss Marian Rosenblad cut the cake and Miss Nancy Sackrey served the punch with attendees including Mesdames Herbert Schmidt Harry Gray Gerald Clapton J W McReynolds W F Gustafson Ray Swenson Don Price James Scott Hazel Theilen.
Shellac coats candle surfaces to keep them firm and upright, preventing wilting in heat. The thin invisible layer preserves the appearance while concealing the exact method from prying eyes.
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