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Newspaper

Brookfield Magnet

Location

Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1951

Page

2

Christmas party and wedding notices from local scene

The article notes a Christmas party with a pinochle gathering and eight schoolmates reuniting since their school days. It also reports a Nov 24 wedding and reception for Doris Finch of Chicago and Dos Thandquist in a quiet family ceremony. Birthday wishes go to Richard Corwin Mary Neusbaum and Pasi Kuehn.

Eld S. Finch Marion Hills G. E. True Wheaton J. Kendall C. True Doris Finch Chicago Dos Thandquist Edding Richard Corwin Mary Neusbaum Pasi Kuehn

Lincoln PTA Meeting Plans Holiday Gala December 11

Lincoln School PTA hosts a gala holiday atmosphere December 11 at 8 o clock. The Methodettes will sing seasonal songs and Harold Eas, village manager, will speak on improving the community. Hostesses from seventh and eighth grades invite all to join in the celebration.

Lincoln School PTA iMethodettes Harold Eas Poreokfield

Strand Theater opens under new management with packed crowd

The Strand Theater on Grand Avenue opened Sunday under new owner Don Rouse amid a full house. The feature film Angels in the Outfield drew the most attention as the first offering, with plans announced for two more attractions Thursday and Friday: Jim Thorpe and The Gold Horde.

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Jimmy Wood is New Wheel Chair Awakening Hope

Little Jimmy Woods has slept since two months old due to sleeping sickness. His parents and doctors have labored for eight years, seeking comfort. Now signs point to possible wakefulness, though milestones remain distant.

Jimmy Woods Jimmy Hope Dimms Iwidien

American Legion Post 190 Welcomes Brookfield Veterans

Edward Feely invites Brookfield area veterans to join or renew with American Legion Post 190 at 3700 Prairie Ave. Meetings occur on the second and fourth Monday each month, fostering comradeship and service during emergencies.

Legion Toca American Legion Post Edward Feely Prairie Ave Brookfield

Altar and Rosary Yuletide Fete Features Girl Scouts

The Altar and Rosary Society hosts its annual Christmas fete on December 12 with Girl Scouts of St. Barbara’s on the program. A grab bag gift exchange card games and refreshments are planned. Donations of clothing bibs diapers and infant wear are welcome for St. Vincent’s orphans. Lady parish members oversee the event under Mass expectations and hostesses.

Girl Scouts of St. Barbara's Rosary Soda St. Vincents Execube Eet Mass Trest Mas. Martin Farries Martin Bev

Edward Feely unit meets at American Legion hall

The Edward Feely unit held a Tuesday evening meeting at the American Legion hall. Junior chairman Charlotte Claussen led an inspiring skit and amusing show. Proceeds from crafts by disabled veterans support the makers. A Christmas party is planned for Dec 11 with a $1 grab bag gift.

Edward Feely American Legion Hall Charlotte Claussen Myrtle Soderholm Jeanette LeBrun T. Hawley

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