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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1951
Page
4
Dr Gerhart H Seger a former German Reichstag member now naturalized American citizen told Knife and Fork Club members that the United States is a free tent democracy. He contrasted American practice with other democracies noting citizens can obtain government documents on public affairs to help form opinions.
The ad touts pattern No 2385 with a six gore skirt and paneled yoke, sizes 14 to 48, 39 inch fabric. It promotes the Spring-Summer Fashion Book featuring 125 designs and a price of 20 cents, encouraging readers to order. Also includes a news item about Dr. Seger’s talk on America and notes on German views. The Knife and Fork Club installs new officers with incoming president Wilton A. Roper honored.
Miss Melvaline Anderson, a prospective Horace Allam Junior High School graduate, was feted at a slumber party hosted by her mother Mrs. E. D. Anderson at their home on Simmpson. Attendees included Tody Abraham, Margaret Brassingame, Judy Davis, Genelle Fenton and others.
Mrs C K Spencer and her husband remodeled a porch enclosed bathroom at North Main using plastic and asbestos tiles costing about 75 dollars. The project drew on home demonstration club skills, including tile work and appliqued curtains from feed sacks. The Spencers finished the space with a woven seat stool and a small rug, reflecting economical, hands on workmanship showcased by the Friendly Acres Club during National Home Demonstration Week.
Baytown Garden Club will elect new officers at its meeting next Tuesday at Grace Methodist Church. Annual reports will be presented. Arrangements for May baskets will be made by Mrs W E Swilley, Mrs Morris E Standefer and Mrs B D Thomas.
Miss Vima Ree Kaler of Mont Belvieu, bride-elect of Billy B. Ainsworth of Baytown, was honored at a bridal shower hosted at Mrs. H. J. Traverse’s home in Mont Belvieu. The event featured pink and white decorations, a crystal punch service, and performances by a group of Sids directed by Mrs. C. G. Harrison. Numerous hostesses attended including Mrs. Traverso and many others.
Mrs Thad Felton and Mrs H Davis will cohost a coke party at Mrs Felton's home to honor Robert E Lee seniors Kathleen Grant and Martha Anderson. About 100 guests expected from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m with Suzanne Felton assisting.
A stork shower held yesterday at 2800 Virginia honored Mrs Milton Kilough. Hostesses were Mrs J T Swint Mrs RD Kilough Mrs Bennie Boyder and Mrs Clifford Lewis. The honoree received a corsage and many gifts as punch and cake were served by Mrs Lewis and Mrs Royder.
Calendar items list MonteBelgieu Rebekah Lodge at 7 30 p m at 100 Hall and Business Woman s Circle at Memorial Baptist Church hosted by Dorothy Harrison 306 Morrell both at 7 30 p m Bet Sigma Phi Founders Day banquet at Gonzales Dining Room at 7 30 p m Classified ads Dial 8302
Miss Marjorie Yslita Gates and Private Walter Brewer have completed wedding plans for 8 p m May 5 at Cedar Bayou Methodist Church. Rev. E R Burns will officiate. Maid of honor Norma Jean Born. bridesmaids Clarence Mae Giddings Patsy Clayton. Best man Private Wilfred Brewer twin brother of the groom. Ushers J T Green and Leroy Hafer Jr. Reception at the bride's parents home 211 South Street Cedar Bayou. Pink and white color scheme with bells and carnations.
Connie Kraft, a Robert E. Lee senior, was feted Thursday at a western style barbecue hosted by her parents at Bay Villa. About 125 guests enjoyed barbecued beef, potatoes, salad, baked beans, pickles, tomatoes, onions, drinks, cake and ice cream with entertainment including volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, and two mayies.
Kindergarten children and teachers at Trinity Episcopal Kindergarten presented a program for San Jacinto schoolchildren yesterday. Readings were given by Jack Halter David Conwef Fisher and Jenefred Hederhorst. The Minuet Valse Bleue Gavotte and La Czarins were played by the rhythm band.
Mrs G Phillips hosts Dr and Mrs Pedro Garcia and daughters Cynthia and Nanny Marlin at 3422 B3. Dr and Mrs Frag Wortham arrive from Austin for Texas Chiropiacs homecoming events. Dr W T Pravis returns from San Antonio after three days attending college events.
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