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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1973
Page
7
Debates over a 22 year old daughter marrying in a park with a justice of the peace and no bridal party prompt Abby to emphasize that the couple’s choice should prevail, rain or relatives’ opinions ignored, as legal wedlock matters trump ceremony details. The column also offers quick replies to curious questions about spousal trust and motherhood roles.
Terrance John Nordmann and Risa Rae Rogers wed at St. Boniface Catholic Church with Rev. Odiric Alwick presiding. The couple, set to live in Peru Illinois, plans include a Florida Bahamas trip. Nordmann teaches at Illinois Valley Community College and Rogers attended Coe College.
Marriage vows exchanged Saturday afternoon in Des Moines for Linda Galvin and Steven Lee Ellsworth. The ceremony at St. Timothy s Episcopal church was conducted by Rev. James Gundrum with 100 guests at a church reception. The bride, daughter of Lerlia Lee Galvin of Mesa Arizona, wore nylon jersey and a pearled veil. Monty Galvin served as maid of honor. The groom is the Army stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and Mrs Ellsworth attended the University of Northern Iowa.
Miss Marlene Marie Wenger and Steven R. Frendle wed in a 1 PM ceremony at Kenwood Park United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Clifton Ellerbeck. The bride wore peau de soie with fingertip veil and pink carnation bouquet. reception for 125 followed at the groom’s home. The couple will reside at 1212 Fourth Avenue SE.
Debra Kaye Hill and Darold Allen Berger repeated vows Saturday at St Johns Lutheran Church Waukon with Rev Martyn Hansing officiating. Attendants wore yellow crepe gowns and hats. a 300 guest reception followed. The couple will reside in Waukon where he works at Seedorff Masonry and she at Northgate Manor after a Texas honeymoon.
Members of the Little Muddy chapter of D.A.R. present a memorial service and two programs at the noon picnic meeting Saturday at the Lagoon pavilion in Jones park. Hostesses include Mrs. Charles Spike with assistance from Mrs. Richard Daniels and others. Distaff committee meets Monday at Rose Garden pavilion Ellis park at 6 for the annual picnic with the school committee as guests.
The Welcome Wagon Afternoon Group meets Thursday at the Montrose hotel with officer installations and a makeup demonstration by Mrs. Lee Paul. Cards start at 10. The Evening Group Golf Women play Tuesday at 9 at Twin Pines golf course. The Gourmet final event is an all day outing at Pinicon Ridge park Saturday.
John Charles Thompson and Elizabeth Jane Shriner wed at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rockford. The ceremony officiated by Rev. Kenneth Kleidon drew 150 guests at a Cedar Rapids home reception. Both are Iowa State University students planning to reside in Cedar Rapids after the wedding.
A DIY fashion trend centers on making caftans from white or printed sheets. Creators customize with colorful seams and bindings. Simple prints can shine without extra adornment.
Miss Shelley Lynn Swanson and Daniel Joseph Kelley wed at United Church of Christ in Anamosa with 50 guests. The couple, both from Cedar Rapids area families, will reside at 1500 Oakland Road NE after a brief honeymoon. Kelley a Pinkerton guard and Swanson a Mercy College senior employed by Target.
Cotton ironing board covers are popular and when treated with silicone or Teflon they become smoother and more scorch and water resistant. Certain synthetic fabrics withstand up to 600 degrees. Regardless of cover type, keep it clean. Some are wiped clean, others machine laundered per manufacturer. Ironing on a dirty surface is pointless.
Miss Rebecca McDowell and Harlin Hawkins were married Saturday at 6 30 PM in the United Methodist church Lisbon. The Rev Dale Batchelor performed the service. Attendants included maid of honor Harlene Hawkins and bridesmaid Mrs Tom Phelps. Best man was his brother Lauren Hawkins with Terry Sublette as groomsman. A reception for 250 followed at the Lisbon Legion hall. The couple reside at 1612 Washington Avenue SE. Both are employed by Cryovac division W R Grace and Co.
A cautionary note explains that heat will destroy the temper of steel knives. Wash rinse and dry knives after use and never soak them. Blades should not be heated in a flame. A sharp knife is safer and will cut what it is meant for. A wedding trip return mention references pressure on a new Texas couple.
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