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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1950
Page
3
A Gulf Coast tip describes a quick silver polishing method using a porcelain enameled utensil, aluminum foil, water, salt, and baking soda. Heat covered water to boiling, add salts, immerse tarnished pieces in batches, ten minutes, then rinse and dry. Not for silverware with oxidized finishes or delicate enamel handles.
Woman's Page notes a family birthday party for Mr and Mrs W D James Jr with July 9 and July 4 birthdays. Attendees include Bryan James A L Wilkie and son Larry Johnny Norred Sharon P H Mears G L Bennett J N Norred Betty Pryor and Betty Jane Clark Rotan. Refreshments served. hydrangea centerpiece mentioned.
The Mary Tarrant Circle of St Mark's Methodist Church met at Mrs. J M Cunningham's home at 2105 New Jersey to hear a devotional on Building a World Christian Community led by Mrs G A Hayes. A playlet Advance was presented by Mrs Z V Warren with help from Mrs Bruce Day and Mrs L B E. Refreshments served to one guest and 24 members. The next meeting is July 24 at the church annex directed by Mrs J M Douglas and Mrs R L Kulnetrick.
The Willing Workers Class of Wooster Baptist Church entertained families Saturday with a weiner roast and ice cream supper at Mr. and Mrs. W P Binsons 87 Market Street. Games were played and supper served to numerous couples and their children including the Grimes Chevalier Givens Porter Williams Jackson and O Connors families.
Barbara Bondschu reports from New York Dress Institute National Press Week where editors from 150+ outlets preview 24 dress suit and coat manufacturers. The trend features muscular lines and bias cuts to flatter curvier figures, with coats framing slim skirts and bold color palettes enhancing the musculature camouflage.
Ellen Sue Bird five years old yesterday enjoyed a birthday party at her parents home 1211 Wright Boulevard. Guests played games and received favors balloons and toys. Ice cream cake and seasonal flowers decor filled the table. Attending were many friends and relatives including Moonican Wheatley Judy Frazier Herold Gene Longbotham Gary Mills Rayma Bird and others with mothers present.
Governor Allan Shivers designated July 28 to August 25 as Farm Safety Week in Texas, urging focus on the social and economic impact of farm accidents. He notes farm accidents cause one third of deaths among children ages 5 to 14 and highlights general swimming ability concerns among annual swimmers.
Mrs. G. R. Bloodgood, her daughters Cecilia and Cynthie, and granddaughter Cynthia Lawrence, returned Friday from a nine day trip to Dallas and Fort Worth to visit relatives and friends.
Hallmark introduces Rock-N-Play card dolls featuring characters like Susie Swan Donald Duck and Koko the Clown. Large cut-outs ride and rock with bobbing heads as eight designs cover year one to six birthday greetings and general cards. Each design doubles as educational toy and keepsake with verses explaining the character.
Sun Patterns for an easy sewing sleeveless dress trim and cape style, pattern No 2161 in sizes 12 through 46 with fabric yardage for 35 inch wide cloth. Pattern Bureau at The Baytown Sun offers patterns by mail with 2 cent pattern request and extra 5 cents for first class handling. advert also promotes The Summer Book of Fashion featuring simple season styles and cotton sheets.
Harold Schwartz, veteran designer in New York, showcases expandable and soft-line modern furniture. His pieces include a red lacquer writing desk with a sliding shelf, a nest of three trays, and a slim under-top space. He urges buyers to match function before form and notes shifting tastes toward warmer lines.
Private William J. Coleman of Baytown has arrived on Okinawa aboard the USNS Buckner. He is assigned to the List-Fighter-Interceptor Wing at Naha Air Base as an aircraft mechanic. Coleman previously served at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, and will complete a 15 month overseas tour before returning to the United States for reassignment. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Coleman, reside on Baytown Street.
Frances Barton explains cherry history from ancient Rome to modern kitchens and shares a simple jelly recipe. Select ripe fruit then boil chopped sour cherries with sugar and fruit pectin to make a spread, pouring into glasses while hot.
Mrs. 3. P. Hill of Sc. was honored Saturday night with a birthday supper hosted by Mr. and Mrs. 5. C. Pisher. Attendees included numerous relatives and friends such as Mrs. P. Hil, Jr. and sons, the Hills, the Winfree family, the Harmons, the Dugas, the Bonners, the Seliers, and others from Houston and local households.
Mr and Mrs A F MicCain entertained for their twin daughters Wanda and Olga on their birthday with a swimming party and picnic at Roseland Park Saturday. Attendees included Frances Jacobs Tobye Frem Mary Ann Rims Jean Wise Barbara Stein Peggy Lehr Judy Abraham Mary Nan Carter Mary Jo Breswell Janet Beavers Pauline Dickerson and Georgie Led Burwick.
In a historic vote the commonwealth of Massachusetts reports the first accredited election results. Officials announced preliminary tallies showing shifts in party support across multiple counties and cities, signaling a new standard for credentialed ballots and posturing ahead of forthcoming state contests.
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