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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1968
Page
7
Dear Polly offers quick fixes including a ammonia solution to remove skunk odor and care instructions for Dacron pillows and comforters. Readers ask about hanging stockings above brick mantels, drying plastic bags with a yardstick, and cleaning a large braided mug with dyeing questions.
CHANNELVIEW Texas December meeting announced with Mrs. M R Williams as hostess. Sixteen members attended November at Mrs. Harry Maker home with co hostess Sue Stone. Budget set and speaker schedule approved. Parliamentarian named as Mrs Tom Sumpter by president Mrs Wayne Dearman. Mrs Austin Morgan to assist. Plaque study for Harris County Park led by committee chair Mrs Perry Graves. Park beautification project planned. December 19 final date for Christmas arrangements on door judged with prizes for most original and most beautiful. Judges named Mrs Sicrgan and Mrs B J Rollins.
Mrs. JF Moore reviewed Something Light at the Book Review Club noting the novel follows Louisa Datchett in her search for a wealthy husband. Three guests attended including Mrs. Hunter Sr, Mrs. Alexander, and Mrs. Swain. The club adjourned with no meeting on Thursday and announced Dec 11 for a Christmas story by Mrs. Bonner.
Lorena Ingram longtime secretary receptionist retires after 20 years with Baytown Mutual Benefit Association effective November 15. A Greenville native, she has lived in Baytown since 182% and plans to stay in the home, continue Eastern Star work as Baytown Chapter secretary, travel and garden. She has two sons Oscar and James and two grandchildren.
Mrs. M A Jones and Mrs. L J Kessler reported on the fall board meeting of Texas Garden Clubs Inc held in Tyler as Wooster Garden Club gathered at the Community Building. Twelve members and many guests attended a fruits and vegetables arranging demonstration by Mrs. C J Collier Jr a nationally accredited judge and former Houston Federation president. She showcased textures and colors, teaching centerpieces in various containers with accessories and urged shoppers to value shape and color as well as food. Mrs. Jack Hartt was welcomed as a new member and hosts were Mrs. Jodie Isenhower and Mrs. Kessler.
Miss Carolyn Faye McDaniel bride-elect of Mikel Arthur Ward was honored with a shower at Mrs Gerald J Partin's home. Attendees included her mother Mrs Elton McDaniel and the future groom's mother Mrs Henry A Ward. Sapphire blue decor featured pink rose centerpieces. Hostesses were Mrs Everett McDaniel Mrs J C Chiles and Mrs Floyd Hit. Twenty five attended.
A guide from AP News on taking festive portraits emphasizing natural appearance. It covers photographer choice, makeup fundamentals for camera and color, foundation techniques for various facial shapes, and practical tips for eyes, lips, hair, clothing, and posing to ensure a flattering, period-appropriate image.
Thanksgiving activities unfold across multiple circles with Rachel hosting at 10 a m in Fellowship Hall. NAOMI, MARTHA, REBEKAH and MARY circles meet with lessons from Coming to Life and John, discuss World relations, and plan Christmas gifts and dec 9 party.
Heirport Ashcraft announces adoption of 4 daughter Saura Leal on October 25 with brother Leland Charles and sister Tana Carol. Grandparents Jack Ashcraft of Hugo Oklahoma and E. L. Green of Baytown. great grandparents J. C. Glass and J. F. Green of Dayton. Beaman announces birth of Jacqueline Lea November 19 at Gulf Coast Hospital weighing 5 pounds 11 percent ounces. sisters Donna and Daria. grandmothers Mary Magness and Dessie Frazar of Baytown. great grandmother Sylvia Baker of Columbus Indiana. Durden announces birth of Kimberly Anne November 17. grandparents Jay Hendricks and B. B. Durden. Wikstroms announce birth of daughter Kerri Lynn October 9 in California. grandparents H. B. Wikstrom of Baytown and C. Workman of Lawndale California. great grandparents M. Wikstrom of Jacksonville Florida and John Grant of Lennox Town Scotland.
The 39 Study Club voted to donate to the Goodfellows fund during a business session. President Mrs. Steele McDonald urged members to write letters supporting preserving the Big Thick et as a national park. Guest speaker Mrs. Earl Hemphill, Baytown Sun editor, spoke on changes in newspaper work and highlighted interviews with space pioneer Ed White and others.
Mr and Mrs Willie Morena hosted the annual Thaksgiving dinner for Preceptor Gamma sorority of Beta Sigma Phi. Twenty four attended including two at large members and husbands Mr and Mrs Pete Sultis and Mr and Mrs Jack Walker. Turkeys and pilgrims adorned the buffet while the social committee organized the event.
Baytown shoppers are told there are 23 shopping days until Christmas as stores deck halls and wrap gifts. Thanksgiving timing shifts this year shortening the shopping period. locals look forward to weekend visits from students and family while freight and post deliveries bring in seasonal items.
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