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Newspaper
Brookfield Magnet
Location
Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1954
Page
2
A fragmented page lists family events and social items including engagements, weddings, and visits. Mentions Mr and Mrs Paul Childress Gey Suns and Eu wen Childress with relatives, Mrs Steinke and family, and several local residents connected to events at community venues.
North Neighborhood Brownies and Girl Scouts in Seeckfeld will march in the Brookfield Community Chest parade on October 17. Fire Scouts are a Red Feather organization. Several new Browne troops have been formed. Confused OCR text mentions Troop PST on Helyweed and a meeting at tre thse Tre ta wade with unclear details.
The Bezanis Stimes nuptials were held in Chicago on September 25 with friends in attendance. Vicena Rydhelm and Griesons Greaid oversaw the ceremony. The bride, a graduate of North cee foose Teachers' eeltewe, teaches English and participates in drama at River ede Poe kte do omgh sehen. The groom’s career and other details are partially obscured in the damaged text.
Miss Vera Klar and Gunther Wacxerman marry in Brookfield Church in a ceremony attended by family friends. The bride wore white satin with lace and a matching headpiece, while bridesmaids wore pink gowns. A reception followed at the home of Mr and Mrs Gusta Man.
The World Wide Communion will be observed at the Hollywood Brookfield Presbyterian church at 10 45 AM. Rev Curtis M Glick will preach on The Divine Fellowship. Activities include nursery at 10 45 AM and an Evening club event at 7 20 PM at the community house. A women’s auxiliary meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 12 30 PM.
Police investigate a vandalism incident described as four youths throwing a brick through a window. Local officers cautioned the public and urged anyone with information to come forward as they review nearby footage and possible witnesses.
Donna Rankin daughter of Mr and Mrs Al Rankin of 3227 Raymond and Earl Rampe Jr son of Mr and Mrs Earl Rampe of Newbergh New York united in marriage September 11 at 5 30 pm in St Pauls Lutheran Brookfield by Rev Oscar Rockoff Bride wore white gown with lace bodice tulle over satin chapel train rhinestone and pearl cap bouquet of white freesia mums Maid of honor Reita Rankin cousin from Chicago bridesmaids Celine Dumrose Brookfield Sandra Hinze Rockford Joan Rampe Newbergh NY best man Marsh Lange several ushers attendants. Reception for 125 in church parlor then open house at bride’s home. couple to honeymoon in the east and reside in Newbergh NY.
The Newcomers of Brookfield opened their 54 55 term with a meeting on Tuesday Sept 21. New president Helen Williams introduced officers and board members while guests and prospective members gave introductions. Planned events include a hay ride at Stafford stables Oct 2 and a Hard Times dance at the VFW hall Oct 23. Hay ride tickets via Eunice Groff 3506 Cleveland Ave Hunter 50712. Hard Times Dance tickets via Dolly Stejskal 106 Vernon Ave Hunter 56 6807.
Round the Towns highlights Lowry's 15 S La Grange Rd offering infant sleepwear and warm sleepers such as Carter, Nitey Nite, and Denton sleepers with sueded overcovers. Mention of self starters infant shoes by Carpenter Shoe Co and orthopedic footwear by Tarso Shoes. Also LaGrange Upholstery offers Kirsch drapery fixtures and custom window treatments for home styling.
The Women of the Moose Brookfield Chapter No 526 hosted publicity night at the Moose home 4020 DuBois Ave. Guest speaker was Orville Lifka editor in chief of the Life papers. The charter honored Anna Cockrell who died Sept 9 1954. Attendees included Barbara Woods and Marie Olson among many others with prizes and initiations noted. An October film Self Breast Examination is planned at 1 30 pm.
Mrs Ann Wyhnanek assisted by Mrs Harriet Halbeck hosted a bridal shower Monday Sept 20 for Miss Mary Cashman of 3221 Prairie. Thirty eight ladies attended and Mary received many gifts as refreshments were served. Kenneth Kibler of LaGrange Park was the groom. An open house Sept 28 from 2 to 5 p.m. showcased the gifts Mary received.
Cook fish at low temperatures until the meat is tender and flakes easily from the bones. This method ensures moisture retention and delicate texture, making the fish tender and easy to separate from the bones.
A surprise bridal shower for Miss Marjorie Thatcher was hosted by Miss Patti Coffee and Miss Beverly Markus at her home on Madison Avenue. Ten classmates and relatives attended. gifts were given. Marjorie, a Lyon Township High School graduate, works at Reynalds Metals.
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