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Newspaper

Bowie News

Location

Bowie, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1940

Page

4

Darlene Trout Honored With Lovely Shower

Mrs LaGrande Henderson hosted a re nuptial shower at her home honoring Miss Darlene Trout who will wed August 18. Guests enjoyed piano numbers a wishing well and a punch table as gifts were opened and well wishes collected.

Marjorie Ayres Dana Sue Benson Clyde Trout Jeanette Trout Modena Latham H. L. Bourland M. Posey George W. Curlee Oleta Curlee C. S. Henderson Annelle Underwood Homer B. Latham D. B. Benson la Grande Henderson David Warren W. R. Potter Edd Jones Oscar Underwood Grace Yowell C. E. Blackmon H. B. Watkins R. O. Harding Bob Lathem James H. Westbrook Lucy Jim J. C. McNatt Margaret Cady Inez Rudy Lillie Huff Bequita Blakeney Thursman Parker Pearl Swindell Mary Blackmon Ed Watkins Bera Belle Harris Gertrude Ayres

Wanda Lewis and Travis Parker Marry Saturday

Wanda Lewis and Travis Parker were united in marriage August 3 at the home of Rev. J F Kilman who officiated The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Leslie Parker of Bowie and is employed at the Moody Service Station The bride is the daughter of D Y Lewis of near Fruitland They will reside in Bowie Friends wish them long happiness.

Travis Parker Wanda Lewis J. F. Kilman Leslie Parker Bowie Moody D. Y. Lewis Fruitland

Wrights Host Barbecue for Bowie Clinic Staff

Dr and Mrs E W Wright entertained July 25 at their Bowie farm with forty five guests from Bowie Clinic and hospital. Lee Bailey aided in catering forty pounds of chicks and forty pounds of mutton with ice cream and cake for the large gathering.

E. W. Wright Bowie Clinic Bowie Clinic Hospital Lee Bailey Wright Doctor Wright J. T. Lawson E. P. Harris J. R. Danstrom C. J. Dodsworth Dorthy Helen A. B. Windham Charlotte Esther Coleman Thelma Overstreet Bud Bledsoe Leah Westbrook Smedley Coleman Estell Miller Bob Burgess Cordie Waller Billie Jane Downing Justine Simmons Christine and Laurent Estell Franklin Betty Elmer Menasco Ruby Rangall Leon Frances W. L. Sullivan Lloyd George Lizzie Mae

Moody Family Reunion at Pelham Park

The Moody siblings gathered Sunday at Pelham Park after services at First Baptist Church. Rev. Howard Moody of Dallas delivered the message and the group shared a basket lunch, then sang favorite hymns. Attending were M. D. Moody and family of Dallas, Horace Moody of Dallas, Theodore Moody of Dallas, Edgar Lovelady of Leona, Eva Summers of Bowie, Iris Broyes of Borger, Harve Moody and family of Bellevue, Murvin Moody.

Marvin Moody Pelham Park First Baptist Church Howard Moody Dallas M. D. Moody Horace Moody Theodore Moody Edgar Lovelady Leona Eva Summers Bowie Iris Broyes Borger Harve Moody Bellevue Murvin Moody

Miss Hawkins and Holt M Spain wed in Abilene ceremony

Miss Frances Hawkins of Fort Worth and Holt M Spain of Bowie married Saturday at 9 am in the home of Mr and Mrs B L Lacy Abilene. Rev J B Rogan officiated. Bride wore navy crepe with lace trim and carried a white Bible with gardenias. Doorthy Spain cut the cake. The bride, a Hardin Simmons June graduate, will pursue a master's degree. the groom, also a Hardin Simmons graduate, will be bandmaster at Rotan.

Frances Hawkins Fort Worth Holt M. Spain Bowie Mra B. L. Lacy Abilene J. B. Rogan Presbyterian Church of Stamford Doorthy Spain Spain Hardin-Simmons University Bowie High School Hardin-Simmons Mr. Spain Rotan

Children and Grand-Children of A. J. Hawk Reunion

The children and grandchildren of the late A. J. Hawk will hold a family reunion on Sunday August 11 at Pelham Park. They will meet at the Administration Building at 10 am, enjoy a basket lunch at noon, then open house from 2 to 4 pm. All friends are invited to call.

A. J. Hawk Pelham Park

Young People Enjoy Hay Ride at Brushy Two Mile Turnout

About forty youths from the First Methodist Church joined an old fashioned hay ride to Brushy Two Mile on Thursday evening. Rev James H Westbrook and Mrs F J Dixon accompanied the groups as Miss Virginia Robinson captained one side and Bobby Windham led the other. Windham’s group won the contest and was treated to ice cream at the turnback point.

First Methodist Church Methodist Church Virginia Robinson Bobby Windham Miss Robinson James H. Westbrook F. J. Dixon

Mozelle Brashear Weds Clyde Craft in Sunset Home

Miss Mozelle Brashear and Clyde Craft united in marriage at the Brashear home in Sunset with Rev. W. M. Jones officiating. A wedding dinner followed, guests included relatives from Ninne kah Oklahoma Dallas and Fort Worth. The couple, both Sunset natives, are warmly wished happiness and prosperity.

Mozelle Brashear Clyde Craft W. M. Jones Brashear Charlie Brashear Ninnekah Okla

E B Bowman Family Reunion At Stoneburg

E B Bowman family members and relatives held a reunion at Stoneburg on Sunday August 4 1940 with six of nine children present. A large picnic lunch was enjoyed on the creek while photos were taken and ice cream served. Seventy nine attendees included many named relatives and friends from Stoneburg Burkburnett Roscoe and other towns.

E. B. Bowman John Hawkins Stoneburg Edna Morgan Los Angeles Calif Brit Bowman Alvor L. A. Taylor Oklahoma City Claud Bowman Paulin Clovis Billie Bowman Burkburnett C. A. Wright Norvell Killeen Festus Elrod Roscoe Minnie Bowman Alvord Till Saunders Tyler Ella Murphy Brit Loyns Jervis Myrtle Roberts Oscar Adkins Lawton Okla R. M. Callaway Boston Mass Buddy Cooper Bowie Frank Stillwell Bellevue J. C. Murphy Shirley Sue Mineral Wells Sylve Bell Earl Harris Jerry Harris Venus H. Bell Dallas B. O. Welsel George Louis Buford Marvin Guy Stillwell E. C. Roland Frank W. E. Roland John J. Prater Doris Jeannine Gary Bettie Jean Gilmer H. K. Davis Shirley Bill) Byrd J. H. Cross Wilburn Cross Clyde Stillwell Nocona W. T. Jenne Wichita Falls Tom Roland Patsie Ellen Foster

Rev J H Westbrook Addresses Rotary on Take Time to Live

Rotary Club meeting at Morrow's Grill Wednesday noon featured Rev James H Westbrook speaking on Take Time to Live. Vice president Henry T Ayres presided in president Foster Robinson’s absence as he trains with the National Guard in Louisiana. Dr Walter H McKenzie and Rev A J Quinn attended as guests.

Henry T. Ayres Rotary Club Foster Robinson National Guard Louisiana Morrow’s Grill Joe Spears James H. Westbrook Walter H. McKenzie A. J. Quinn

Shoemaker Couple Welcome Baby Daughter Madeyn Sue

Mr and Mrs Shoemaker of Austin announce the birth of a daughter Madeyn Sue on August 2 Mrs W Williams is the baby’s godmother and Mrs I L Chandler is her great aunt.

Presbyterian Circles Meet at Myers Park August 13

First Presbyterian Church circles 1 and 2 will gather Tuesday afternoon August 13 at Myers Park at 4 o'clock. Members are urged to attend.

Presbyterian Circles Myers Park First Presbyterian Church

Reunion Held Here Wednesday at Tinsley's Home

A family reunion was held at the home of Mrs. B. F. Tinsley on Wednesday. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Kilcrease of Wichita Falls and their daughter Melva Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Lindsey and relatives, plus Mrs. E. B. Long and son Lawrence. Kilcrease is Mrs. Tinsley’s brother. Wiggins and Long are her sisters. Lindsey relatives. Kilcrease and spouse will move from Wichita Falls to Casa Grande Arizona on Friday.

B. F. Tinsley A. T. Kilcrease Wichita Falls Sam Lindsey Melva Jean J. W. Wiggins Maggie E. B. Long Lawrence Mr. Kilcrease Tinsley Wiggins Long

Miss Clara Adams Hosts King's Daughters Class

The King's Daughters Sunday School Class of First Baptist met at Miss Clara Adams and Mrs. J P Adams home for a regular monthly session. Mrs E Scott Avery presided and a nominating committee was named for the next meeting. Members and guests enjoyed fried chicken, salads, sides, desserts, and drinks served cafeteria style.

King’s Daughters First Baptist Church Clara J. P. Adams E. Scott Avery B. F. Tinsley L. C. Washburn Bill Meyers Joe Cantwell George Curlee Clara Stephens John White Allison Mary Moore D. C. Miller Lillian Walters Frank Edwards Henry Garrett Doc) Jackson Lora McDonald Bert Roberts A. W. Willett J. P. Dunham Barbara Ann Garrett Laurel Simmons Clara Adams

Miss Berniece Jolly Becomes Mrs. J B Raby in Waurika

Miss Berniece Jolly and J B Raby of Childress wed Sunday afternoon August 4 in Waurika Oklahoma. The ceremony was read by Rev W W McConnell at the First Methodist Church parsonage. Mrs Raby is the daughter of Mrs J J Jolly and attended Okolona Miss schooling. he attended Stoneburg High School. They will reside in Denison after the wedding week.

Berniece Jolly J. B. Raby Childress Waurika Okla W. W. McConnell First Methodist Church Stoneburg Denison

Mrs. Miller Hosts F A R Morgan Circle

The F A R Morgan Circle of the First Baptist Church met with Mrs. D C Miller Tuesday at 3 PM. Mrs. Bill Meyers led the business session and Mrs. B F Tinsley taught the Bible lesson. Refreshments were served to nine members and the hostess. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Coy Perry's home.

F. A. R. Morgan First Baptist Church D. C. Miller Bill Meyers B. F. Tinsley J. W. Henry Bert Roberts T. E. McGaugh

Mrs. J. C. Carter Birthday Celebration Planned

Relatives in Bowie and Newport organize an all day August 11 festival at Pelham Park for Mrs. J. C. Carter of Phoenix Arizona who is visiting family. A program of entertainment and a dinner gift shower will run from 10 a.m. to afternoon with guests invited.

Pelham Park J. C. Carter Pheenix, Ariz Bowie Newport S. R. Huffstutter L. L. Hickey J. N. Langston Fred Wall W. W. Hickman S. P. Wall A. J. Wall

Doris Ann Daniels Weds Otis O Wells in Fort Worth

Miss Doris Ann Daniels of Austin and Otis O Wells of Bowie were married Sunday August 4 at the home of Rev. Daniels in Fort Worth. Only close friends and immediate families attended the ceremony.

Doris Ann Daniels Austin Otis O. Wells W. A. Wells Bowie Fort Worth Daniels

Couple Weds and Plans Life in Athens Texas

The brides parents grandmother and groom mother Mrs W Cc D Wells of Austin attended the ceremony. After the ceremony the couple visited Bowie with Mrs W A Wells. They will reside in Athens Texas where Mr Wells works for the State Highway Department. Mr Wells is a Bowie High School graduate and earned a degree at State University in June. Mrs Wells is a UT junior.

Hoot Owl Class Hosts Swimming Party at Wich ita Falls

The Hoot Owl Class of the First Christian Church enjoyed a swimming party at West Morland Pool in Wichita Falls on Sunday afternoon August 4 hosted by teacher Thurman Parker. Attendees included Jackie Lovette Harold Loyd Woolsey Oran Moyer Jim Bob Anderson Pinky Anderson Billy Kilcrease Harlan Baker Billy King Thurse Parker and guest Paul Matt.

Miss Nichols Weds Edward Steed in Bowie Church

Sybil Nichols daughter of Mr and Mrs F L Nichols married Edward Steed on Saturday evening August 3 at the First Baptist Church parsonage. Rev A J Quinn officiated. They will reside at 312 N Lindsey St Bowie with Steed employed by Sinclair Pipe Line Co.

Sybil Nichols F. L. Nichols Edward Steed First Baptist Church A. J. Quinn Bowie N. Lindsey St Steed Sinclair Pipe Line Co

Local Visitors From Fort Worth and Terral

Mr and Mrs C Hardison and daughter Elva visited Mrs Gladys Gunter in Terral Oklahoma Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Mabron Wall of Fort Worth were here during the...

C. Hardison Elva Mr. Hardison Gladys Gunter Terral Okla Mrs. Mabron Wall Fort Worth

Local families visit and attend singing event in Bowie

Weekend visitors include Mr and Mrs Fred Wall and Mrs B T Keen. Mrs Lee Orr of Huddleston and others from Nocona Sunset and Wichita Falls joined Bowies social scene. Attendees reported large crowds at a Postoak singing convention and various relatives spent Sunday with J M Turner and family.

Fred Wall Mabron Wall Marlow Saunders Postoak

First Methodist Church Teaches Religious Rascal Sermon

James H. Westbrook leads morning worship at 11 00 with subject The Religious Rascal. I L Chandler oversees church school at 945 and Virginia Robinson heads Young People 7 00 pm. Bobby Windham leads Wesley Fellowship 7 00 pm. Revival attendance replaces evening service. Bonnie Faye Ritchey visits parents Carl Ritchey over weekend.

First Methodist Church James H. Westbrook I. L. Chandler First Methodist

Also Mentioned on This Page

Darlene Trout Mrs. Wright Variene Ktrout Vendor Reeder Houston Miss Hawkins Lillian “ Jones Fey Jones Bride of J. H. Westbrook Mr. and Mrs. Shoemaker Miss Jolly Mrs. Miller Bowie Boy Wells Austin Girl Hoot Owl Miss Nichols B. T. Keen Lee Orr Huddleston L. T. Turner J. M. Turner Floyd Huddleston Earl Kemp Sunset Frank Faulkenberry Lindald G. G. Cummings Thelma Elrod Jack Matthews Tom Phillips Hazel Mae Winn White Hill W. L. Emery Hogue McDonald Parker’s Keep Parker's Parker's Pride Coffee Malaga del Monte Tomato Dromedary Orange Juice Cisco del Monte Kwik Furniture Polish KWIX Jackson Gerber Gerber’s C.H. Parker Bonnie Faye Ritchey Draughons College Carl Ritey
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