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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1971
Page
6
The piece discusses a shift toward sentimental romantic fashion with big hats parasols and graceful dresses. It notes practical workwear versus postwork glamour inspired by Scarlett O Hara and past heroines and highlights evolving bag trends including totes purses and versatile bag handles for both women and men.
A reader describes an argument over removing a long unused crib and another writes proposing a strike to pressure a partner. Abby cautions against crossing a controlling spouse and explains that withholding chores won’t solve the problem, advising normal boundaries and communication instead.
Marriages reported from Escondido and Ames highlight Union venues and family connections. Miss Pamela Rae Babcock wed Sgt. George Vernon Sowders in Escondido with 125 guests as she studies at Palomar College and he serves at Camp Pendleton. In Ames, Kathy Wheelock and Roger L. Lawrence married at Collegiate United Methodist Church with reception at home. Lawrence works for Link-Belt Speeder Corp. Middle Amana saw Carla Marie Trumpold wed Lance A. Nickel on Dec. 26 in Nashville where the groom studies at Vanderbilt. In Baltimore, Marilyn Scrivani and Darryl Modracek wed Jan. 24 at Sacred Heart of Mary with 250 at the Legion hall. Modracek is with the Army and they plan to reside in Ames.
Mrs. Larry Darrow a University of Northern Iowa student and member of Kappa Delta Pi educa tion society is the daughter of Mr and Mrs James L Akers of 2354 Twenty sixth Street NW.
Mercy Hospital hosts its annual Valentine Dance on Saturday evening at Ar mar ballroom with Stardusters orchestra from 9 to 1. Crowning of king and queen tops the event. 1970 king Dick Schade and queen Mrs Carl Stallman will present crowns.
Residents bundle with matching hats and mittens as bold patterns brighten cold weather. Bright colors enliven the scene while coats and scarves provide warmth on a snowy day.
Marion High School announces senior Debbie Olson as the 1971 Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow winner. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Norville Olson of 1160 Ninth Street. Winners advance to state and national honors including a scholarship after a written exam.
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