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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1952
Page
4
Sharon Woods daughter of Dr and Mrs Richard J L Woods turns five. Her grandparents are Mr and Mrs Lt Mitchell and Foustan. Mrs May V Woods of Cedar Bayou and J Wears of Cold Springs are mentioned. Sharon has a two year old sister.
A legible note reports Mrs Macke hosted a session of the Facts Club with members forming a committee. Mrs 31 Enderit 23 chaired the gathering and other details appear truncated but suggest routine club activity and a continuation of the group’s schedule.
Baytown Girl Scouts elected six representatives to the South Texas Area camp planning board. Barbara Cade Merjorie Circuit Martha Ells Florence Fresanal Betty Hart Tody Givens were chosen at a reunion of Baytown Scouts who have attended a camp. They will attend the Alvin meeting with Miss Alanna Watson and no leaders.
Mrs L W Wainscott is the newly elected chairman of Mary Tarrant Circle 2 at St Alark's Methodist Church. Other officers include Mrs S R Cunningham vice chairman and Mrs M E Jennings secretary. The January meeting at Mrs Jennings home included prayer, devotional, and a program from the Texas Woman's Society of Christian Service. Fourteen members attended with co hostesses Mrs Henry Lyles and Mrs Wayne MacCleskey. Next meeting planned for late February at the homes of Mrs Kilpatrick.
Dianne Sue Manley celebrated her birthday yesterday with a party at her home at 309 North Street in School Courts. Her mother Mrs F Menley hosted assisted by Mrs Dick Taylor. Wieners hot dogs and birthday cake were served to a long list of guests including Carolyn Bond Janelle Haferkamp Peggy Jane Bull Brenda Adams Lou Clair Colette Kilgorn Laverne Erson Ana Taylor Judy Sherix Juanita Garrett Fatnces Marcon tel La Verne Franklin Betty Jane Grube Carolyn Akridge Carol Hil Ann Franklin Sandra and Stevon Smith.
Mrs. Knotts left Houston on Saturday for Anchorage Alaska to join her husband serving with the Air Force. A SHSTTC graduate she will teach at the base school. She previously attended Cedar Bayou High School. Beauty note praises ruffles as flattering and versatile for outfits.
Mrs W M Douglas was installed as president of the Associated Women of Trinity Episcopal Church in May. New officers include Mrs H Stevenson as vice president and Mrs C Y McKean as secretary. Rev B Walter Henckell conducted the installation after Holy Communion at 9 30 am. A business meeting followed in the guild room. Delegates to the Diocesan Council meeting in Beaumont January 20 and 22 were Mrs T F Hoffman Mrs F L Sawyer and Mrs George Reebingom. Committee chairs named include Mrs J L Franklin devotional Mrs George Rodigan Christian education and Mrs Stans Heffman supply. Other posts cover Mrs Wool of Remembrance M Johnson Christian actions and several other roles including publicity nominating committee hospitality and church periodical club.
Happy birthday wishes extend to Hminnie Baker son of Mr and Mrs Tilmon Baker 1314 Magnolia as he turns five. Grandparents Mr Leonard Woodrome of Hiomble join in the family celebration. Chadwick Photo.
Mrs C H Marshall spoke on Our Heritage to Mary Tarrant Circle 1 of St Mark's Methodist Church. The group met at Mrs Bruce Day's home at 124 Cabinets with co host Mrs R L Wiley. Devotional led by Mrs L B Orr. meetings moved to the first and third Mondays. Brownlie Troop No 1d will be sponsored. Refreshments for 15 members and five guests.
Wise women advise delaying wrinkles by skin care and morale. Regular cream application and proper facial massage tone flesh while cold water and friction aid circulation. A positive outlook and valuing simple pleasures reduce time marks, with love and companionship boosting happiness.
Mr and Mrs Leon Potts of Penn Drive announce the birth of a daughter, Deborah Sue, Saturday at San Jacinto Memorial Hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs A Anderson of Friday and Mrs A L Potts of Conroe.
The text advises keeping foods cool and covered to prevent odor absorption and odor emission. If the can top is not resealed, place one or two layers of cellophane over the opening and secure with an elastic band to minimize contamination risks.
Miss Merle Bittick was feted at a bridal shower hosted by Miss Patsy Joe Williams and guests including Miss William and Mrs Dan Moyers. A sweetheart cake, Coles cookies and candy filled the table amid arrangements of sweetpeas and roses.
TL Garrett announces the marriage of their daughter Alice to Frank Spicer of Houston. The couple wed January 7 at First Baptist Church in Houston and reside at 1920 Magarty Houston. Alice is a Robert E. Lee High School graduate who worked at Kress Inc. Frank Spicer is a Houston resident, a Waco High School graduate, and the son of Mr and Mrs Frank Spicer of Waco.
The Trinity Guild met to discuss a forthcoming style show staged by Town and Country and The Ero nom. Mr Tom Hailman presented the program on "The Faith By Which We Live" while Mrs W H Barber and Mrs F N Read served as hostesses and arranged refreshments after the meeting.
Balcony of events includes Lakewood Garden Club at 10 pm the Blanche Barkaloo Circle Grace Methodist at 7 30 pm and multiple clubs hosting meetings at private homes throughout Wednesday: Thimble Club Woodlawn and Kilgore Road hosts Priscila Club plus Morning Music Club at Community House. A cancer film sponsored by Coady Mathers Club will be shown February 12 at Community House with Dr Cesarge Brien as commentator.
Mrs Baker held a birthday gathering yesterday honored by family members including Purdy Norris and Mrs Tilwion Esker. Cake and refreshments were served as guests celebrated with the honoree and siblings.
Home remedy touts Vicks Vaporub for croupy coughs with a vaporizer or bowl of water. Two spoonfuls in steam delivers relief as medications soothe irritated membranes and ease breathing for quicker comfort.
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