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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1962
Page
6
Jackie Stevens senior at Robert E Lee High School was honored with an informal graduation party at a friend’s home. Decor featured mini graduates and red net accents. guests enjoyed hot dogs, soft drinks, and snacks as volleyball and baseball games were played.
A note on baseball slang from Houston Colts games and a local observer describes terms like barkly and guesser. The writer recalls umpires in a tailorsuit, references a Bendix film, and notes the dugout and protective wire behind home plate as part of game equipment.
A quirky glossary tied to Colt 43s stadium culture describes colorful slang for players and plays. It notes attire and staff uniforms, from Chanel designed usherettes to orange suited manicurists, and mentions a future visit to the women’s press box with free catered dinner.
AP profile of Dr Charlotte Moore Sitterly, renowned astronomer at the Bureau of Standards, described as the world’s most honored woman astrasphysicist. She analyzes spectra, proposes technetium in the sun’s atmosphere, and advocates working mothers balancing research with family. She holds the Royal Astronomical Society honor and a Federal Woman’s Award. Her life blends science, teaching, and home duties as she pursues sun research.
Freida Wilkins was honored at a stork shower at the home of Mrs. Robert Fairchild in Morrell. Twenty one guests signed a baby book, with a white satin sash. Decorations featured a life size stork and pink roses, refreshments included red and pink blue punch, hosted by Mrs. Bobby Reynolds, Mrs. Isaacks, and Mrs. Jerry Wilkins.
Dixie Hornsby, a prospective graduate of Robert E Lee School, was honored at a home party hosted by Bri. £. Lyons at 2101 Felton Street. Attendants included Judy Lamberson LeGene Taylor Lyons and Margaret Amaee with out of town guests Mrs John Rodgers Mrs W C Drouither Mrs John E Morey and director George Palmer. Dixie received a graduation charm from the hostess.
An English born inventor Arthur Wyte allegedly created the first crossword later published in the New York World on December 71 1913.
REL and Baytown Junior High graduates were feted in separate gatherings. At Goose Creek Country Club Melanie Wright Nelda Day received corsages in school colors during a swimming party hosted by Mrs J B Willenberg with mothers and friends among the guests. Royce Ann Walker, a Baytown Junior High graduate, and Raymond Hill a REL graduate, were celebrated at after graduation events hosted at home and in Hamm with snacks, drinks, and prizes. Party decor featured a maroon silver theme and a three stage life tableau, topped by a maroon graduate figure and the 1962 yearbook replica.
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