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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1975
Page
6
The XI Omicron Chapter social committee held a June social on Mrs Easley s porch starting at 8 30 a m. Eighteen members attended as guests were served sliced tomatoes and coffee buffet style from a dining room table with a linen cloth and a small white feverfew arrangement in a wicker basket.
A Beckley high school senior with hazel eyes is chosen as the 39th Mountain State Forest Festival Maid in Elkins. She plans to attend West Virginia University this fall to study sales management after a background in drama and dance at Beckley Dance Theatre School and activity with Wilson High student council and booster club.
Attendees of the Mosley-Wyatt event held Saturday June 21 at College Avenue Baptist Church gathered for the community occasion. Local residents and fellowship members participated in the service and related activities.
Montcalm-Bluewell Junior Woman's Club held its annual banquet at Morgan's cafeteria marking the installation of officers and naming Junior of the Year for 1972 73. Mrs James Blevins was recognized for weeks as Arts Department chairman and the club announced 1973 74 and 1974 75 award recipients with officers installed by Mrs Joe L Shires.
The Bluefield YWCA plans several summer classes led by Angie Van Tassel and others with dates to be set. Rates rise July 1. current members may join at present rates if registering before then to remain eligible for activities. Additional YWCA programs include Y Teen activities and cooking social sessions, with more info to come as responses arrive.
In response to Georgia's problem Polly suggests degreasing with naptha outdoors to remove grease then applying a metal primer before repainting. The advice notes that paints may not stick if grease remains and cautions about naptha flammability.
Readers share domestic pearls on reciprocity in favors and guest behavior. Jerelyn questions driving inequity while Polly advises courtesy and comfort at friends homes. The column also offers practical tips on repairing bed slats, sewing zippers with tape, cooking in bags, and using a grapefruit spoon to core apples.
The American Bonsai Society announces a two day Kansas City symposium July 11 12 at Crown Center with Thursday July 10 registration and a Bonsai Bazaar. A four day Short Course at the University of Missouri in Columbia under Leon C Sauer Jr covers rock work water tree care and micro environment topics with lectures and meals included in the program.
Bluefield Woman's Club members entertained at the Rowan Home with a paper sculpture program by Mrs. A H Worley and a musical set by Mrs H L Alsabrooks. Ruth Cutlip introduced the audience and noted accomplishments. One member marked her 100th birthday as the group enjoyed a luncheon and home tour.
The Friendship Class of Graham Christian Church held a meeting in Smoot Hall with Peeryee presiding and delivering a devotional. Funds were set for the Smoot drive, mini-bus, and sending a child to camp. Officers elected include Hearn vice president and Crockett as president, with Blankenship and others named. The next meeting is July 20 at the Blankenship cabin at Rocky Gap.
Mrs. Charlie Rider and Mrs. Imogene Craig visit Fort Jackson South Carolina with their husbands. Mrs. Vert Cox stays with the Curtis Cox family in Marion Virginia. Mrs. Everette Lindamood recovers at home after Wytheville hospital surgery. Mrs. J. H. Foglesong and Mrs. Verna Foglesong attend postmasters meeting in Speedwell Virginia.
A son Joe Allen Gross was born June 11 at Bluefield Sanitarium to Mr and Mrs William Preston Horton of 1604 Valley View Ave. The baby weighed 8 pounds 3 ounces. A son Eric Adams was born June 19 at Bluefield Sanitarium to Mr and Mrs on See 421 Union City. The baby weighed 8 pounds 4 ounces. A son Steven Douges was born in June at Bluefield weighing pounds 5 ounces.
A reader asks about ginseng and its claimed miracle properties. The article notes ginseng grows in Manchuria and Korea, with Chinese medicine use and U.S. export roots. It cites lack of medical evidence for therapeutic effects, while praising its aromatic scent and historical presence in cosmetics. It also promotes the Lovelier Hands booklet by Mary Sue Miller.
The Clover Club plans its annual summer formal at Bluefield Country Club on Thursday, July 3. Officers and members are organizing a marathon of dancing with two bands, inviting many guests including notable local figures and out of town attendees.
Annie L. Younger of Natalie Virginia hosted Theta Zeta sorority of Zeta Phi Beta to wrap up year meetings. Vashti served food from Miss Y s farm as members gathered. It notes cheese quantities for shredded cheese.
The schedule shows golf and tennis at Bluefield Country Club Friday from 4:30 p.m. to evening with an hour break. A new Pro meets at Red Men’s Hall from 5:30 to 7 p.m. A flea market operates on Trinity United Methodist Church rear lot.
A daughter, Stacy Rasi, was born on June 12 to Mr and Mrs James Roosevelt Rasi of Bluefield at Bluefield Sanitarium. The newborn weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces at birth.
Mrs. Paul and Mrs. Janutolo hosted a kitchen shower for Miss Cathy Jarrett bride elect of Terry Lampert of Bluefield Virginia. Thirty three guests attended with daisies and green candles as centerpieces. Bridal bingo was played with winners named and the honoree received numerous kitchen gifts.
Mr and Mrs E L Mon and Mr and Mrs Bob attended the 50th anniversary of Mr and Mrs Ernest Pulaski in Virginia on Sunday. Visitors in the home of Mr.
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