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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1958
Page
7
New York writer suggests couples plan for a joyful second phase after children leave home. Emphasizes engaging hobbies, shared activities, new friends, and travel to keep marriage rewarding rather than lonely. Encourages simplifying living, letting children lead their lives, and building two-person plans.
Miss Mary Anne Bell daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold P Bell 1832 Second Ave SE will wed John A Morefield Jr son of Camp Hill Pa on Sept 13. Mrs J Clyde Lick hosted a luncheon and kitchen shower Monday with guests including Mrs John Z Lull Miss Alice Andrews and Mrs M Shideler A family dinner followed Friday evening hosted by Mr and Mrs T J Redhouse 2606 Cave NE.
Mr and Mrs Howard R. Green of 221 Forest Drive SE arrived Friday after a 245 month Europe tour.
Ruth Anne Stoneking and Charles O. Wilson wed at First Methodist church in Marion. Officiant Rev E T Gough led vows in a roses altar setting. The bride wore nylon lace and taffeta with a sequined headpiece, carried red roses and a white Bible. Reception for 40 at Emil Vig home. They will reside at 3200 Wood Ave SE. The groom works at Rapids Chevrolet Garage.
Miss Ann Farwell, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jack Farwell, was honored at a Monday evening miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs B C Carson at 412 34th St NE. Co hostess Mrs William Syers of Davenport led 16 guests in attendance. She will wed Jerome Kopecky Jr son of Mr and Mrs Jerome Kopecky of Milwaukee on August 9.
Patricia Ann Farrell daughter of the late Ed and Mrs. Farrell of Volga married Larry James Madlom son of the Madloms. Rev Russell Wilson officiated at Edgewood Methodist Church with a 200 guest reception and plans to live in Edgewood.
Mr and Mrs Donald A Lawrence hosted about 50 guests at their Lake Macbride summer home for an open house honoring son Edward D Lawrence and wife Janet Ford Lawrence who wed April 9 Assisting at the event were Cedar Rapids and Lake MacBride residents including Mrs L Morgan Craft Mrs E H Koehn and Miss Helen Porter with others in attendance.
Linn Encampment Auxiliary installs officers at Maine lodge hall Monday evening. New officers include Mrs. Charles Bachman past chief matriarch and Mrs. Lorenz Hansen chief matriarch with senior warden Mrs. Otto Eckley and high priestess Mrs. Alden Anderson.
Barbara Rae Gilbert and Larry J. Potter exchanged vows Sunday at West Union First Methodist Church. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gilbert of Brainard, wore lace over nylon tulle with a portrait neckline and carried yellow roses. The couple plans to reside at Palmer Memorial Hospital area after a Chicago Milwaukee honeymoon.
A humorous warning about spray can hazards. The piece recounts a reader who sprayed gold paint from a radiator paint can onto her hair and narrowly avoided damage. It notes the proliferation of spray cans from hair spray to toothpaste and other products and urges caution.
Mrs. Fred Groeltz and Mrs. Charles Leipold won the Monday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge club event at Twin Towers. Other winners include Mrs. Lena Hodgin and Jake Roeniig second, Mrs. Eugene Hoyt and Mrs. J Elliott Davis third, Miss Cleone Watkins and Mrs. Pearl James fourth, and Mrs. M A Hall with Mrs. C C Lerner fifth. The club will meet next Monday at 11 15 at Twin Towers.
An article on how hair color and skin tone define flattering palettes for Irish and true brunettes. Lists specific color families and shades that best enhance features, and encourages readers to request a leaflet for personalized guidance.
Miss Rita Rae Rohwedder wed William R. Kelly in Olin at an EUB church ceremony conducted by Rev. M. L. Dutro. Attendants included Donna Rohwedder as maid of honor and Lee Ramsey as best man. The couple will reside at 204 Twelfth St. SE in Cedar Rapids after a Colorado trip.
In London designers opened autumn shows with the era’s signature high busts and high waists. Mattii led the opening collection featuring long legged silhouettes including evening wear, with an oyster pink brocade short-skirted gown and a gray chiffon ensemble with a high waist and a trailing panel.
Stephen Hart son of Mr and Mrs Marvin L Hart of 400 Longwood Drive NE left Tuesday afternoon by plane for Golfito Costa Rica where he will spend six weeks visiting his uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Ed Spence and their son and daughter Mike and Sue
Care of clothes notes stain removal by dampening fabric with water and holding over the mouth of open household ammonia. Copyright 1953 New York Herald Tribune Inc.
Mr and Mrs Harry Glime return Sunday from a three week California visit. They visited Don Pratts and Arnel Talbotts in Long Beach, Anne Witte in San Diego, and Dave Wileys in Sacramento.
Mrs. Irving Narber of 603 First SW and Mrs. Robert Safely of 2610 E Ave NE returned from Des Moines Monday after a three day meeting of the women’s auxiliary of the VFW. Narber serves as Second district president and Safely as local auxiliary president.
Jacqueline Moudry and Raymond L Kalec wed Tuesday morning at Calmar St. Aloysius Church. Officiant Rev G V Stelert. organist Mrs Clarence Rothmeyer. soloist Mark Swella. Maid of honor Elmarie Wagner. bridesmaids Janell Paviovec Julieanne Houdek. flower girl Cynthia Broihier. best man Donald Herold. groomsmen Thomas Moudry Charles Swehla. ushers Meryl Brothier Gene Horn. ringbearer John Drilling. Dinner for 200 at Inwood Spillville followed by reception. They plan to live in the area after a trip to northern Minnesota. groom employed at Weselmanz Market.
The fifth annual Petro family reunion was held Sunday at Castle Hill park in Waterloo. Attendees included Ce dar Rapids residents Mr. and Mrs. Otto Hanzlik 1806 Chandler St SW E Petro 1635 First Ave SE Mr and Mrs John J Peterka and family 215 Twentieth St NW Mr and Mrs Wayne L Norden and son 327 Twenty first St NW and Walter E Bruce and son 1535 Fifth St NW.
Private camps revive out post and backcountry camping as transport and health fears ease. Max Well Alexander of the Association of Private Camps notes five million youths expected at camps this summer with about 350000 at private ones. Tuition ranges from 400 to 300 dollars, and most camps offer a week or full season with varied programs and basic amenities.
Laurita Griggs daughter of Mr and Mrs Armour Griggs became the bride of Max Ross son of the Ralph Ross of Winfield in a Sunday afternoon Methodist church ceremony. The Rev George Pennington officiated with Brian Cummings as soloist and Donna Belle Hughes as organist. Mrs Cletus Kafka of Washington was matron of honor and Robert Roger of Winfield was best man. Candlelighters were Lynn Robertson Chester Hafner and ringbearer Mike Longstreth and Anna Payne. The couple will live in Winfield where the bride will teach.
Officers were elected at the Scotch picnic held Sunday afternoon in Ellis park pavilion. Mrs. William Sayers of Marengo-ia president and Mrs. Henry Weich man, 512 Nineteenth st. NE, secretary-treasurer. Approximately 100 descendants and friends of William Russell of Scotland attended.
Mrs Elfie A Ulrey returns to San Fernando Valley California on Sunday after a month with Miss Lillian Neff of 1316 B avenue NE.
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