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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1952
Page
3
Baytown hosted a fall fashion event displaying one piece looks and separates in velveteen and wool tones. Models showcased varied outfits amid a gala atmosphere with notable guests and a gift table, while a bridal note hinted at upcoming nuptials among attendees.
Mrs Ella Ruth Hudgins King and John Hal Adams exchanged wedding vows Friday at the First Baptist Church of Coady. The ceremony followed a double ring service with music by Iris Suggs and Vida Marie Havard. After a reception at the bride’s home, the couple planned a honeymoon trip to Mississippi before settling in Baytown. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs J G Hudgins. the groom is son of J O G Adams of Quitman and Mrs Leslie LeGrange of Paeditta.
Miss Paris of 1952 Jenny Chateau promised to wear a less revealing bikini on Friday after her arrest for showing too much in public. She said the suit was designed to please her fiancé and was released with a lecture from authorities.
Pythian Sisters replace the Monday meeting with a picnic at Chambers Park hosted by Mrs Roselle Myers. Members and guests are invited and asked to bring a package of Weiners and buns. The picnic committee led by Mrs Callie Allman will provide other refreshments and directions, meeting at Cedar Bayou bridge for transport to the park at 6 30 pm.
The Queen Esther class at First Baptist held a surprise birthday gathering for Mrs. Grady Edwards, with Mrs. G H Sanders hosting at 2203 West Main. Twenty eight members, 15 children and one visitor attended as cake and ice cream were served and a prayer followed. Mrs. Hayes Dorris will host next week at 21406 Utah.
The Bear Facts club meets at 7 30 pm at 214 West Hunnicutt hosted by Mrs Hazel Martin. Epsilon Sigma Alpha hosts a style show at the Community House. The Pythian Sisters gather at Chambers Country Park at 7 30 pm. Rainbow Girls convene at the Masonic Hall at 7 30 pm.
The commission authorized construction permits for four new television stations. Tom Potter, a wealthy Southwest oil producer, obtained permits for Channel 43 at Chattanooga and Channel 24 at Austin. Chattanooga TV, Inc. was also authorized to build a commercial station in Chattanooga on Channel 49.
Fabrics will star at the ninth annual Style Shoppe fashion review in Baytown Community House Monday night. Curly-faced poodles will appear in textured coats and dresses. cotton tweed and duo toned grey flame fabrics will highlight fall styles. Local contestants include Connie Kraft and Cynthia Moore with commentators noting softer silhouettes and versatile coats. Proceeds fund a San Jacinto hospital physical therapy clinic. Curtain at 6 pm.
The Vota Vita class of Baptist Temple met at Mrs. Eddie Foster's home to install new officers led by Mrs. E. O. Anderson as president. Others named include Mrs. L B Newman, Mrs. Eddie Foster, Mrs. Z A Strickland, Mrs. S G Thrower, and Mrs. Don Evans. Meetings continue at 7 30 p m on Sept 4 at Mrs Den Evans home.
Robert Stephen Williams marks his first birthday with a party at his parents home 312 East Fayle. Guests include family members and friends sharing cake ice cream and drinks as well as great grandmother Lonella Anthony and standmothers Mrs RT Williams and Mrs L S Williams. Bear Facts club plans a 7:30 pm meeting Monday at 214 West Hunnicutt to discuss literature from state attorney generals on servicemen rights. One year old Hy T Reith celebrates his birthday with grandparents Harris Flynt and Mrs Elda Keith noted.
The item urges shoppers to plan before buying for children, coordinate wardrobes with color and texture, and build versatile outfits. It also notes social items including visits by Mr and Mrs Richard Hanks and Cheryl from Crowley, La, and coverage of fashion events in Dallas with industry speakers. It mentions Baylor University graduation for Jack Allen Alford, and updates on local residents including Welden Hardin on furlough to Korea and Smokey Smith’s hospital operation.
The Winsome class of Second Baptist church honored Mrs. George Darsee with a pink and wine shower Thursday at the church. Thirty five guests attended as cookies and punch were served and a corsage of pink carnations plus seasonal bouquets decorated the room. Hostesses were Mrs. R. J. Moran Mrs. Cli t Boyer Mrs. Faye Hutchins Mrs. B C Banner and Mrs. H M Matthews.
Jellies and jams featured as quick fix dessert ideas. Recipes include lady finger canapés with jam, cantaloupe with ice cream and jam, jam-filled sponge cake with coconut, ready mix dough treats, pastries with apricot or pineapple preserves, and apricot meringue tarts. Also mentions a Folsom point discovery in New Mexico.
Mr and Mrs William Carvel Hollingshead of Coady welcomed Ricky Aran on Thursday weighing six pounds fourteen ounces. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs George B Hollingshead and Mrs Frank Kulak.
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