Mother's Day roots traced to ancient festivals and 1887 Kentucky
The piece links Mother's Day to Greek festival rites honoring Rhea and to early Christian homage to Mary. It notes Julia Ward Howe's Peace Day proposal, a West Virginian Mother’s Friendship Day, and credits Henderson Kentucky in 1887 for a school event that spurred nationwide Mother's Day programs led by Mary Towles Sasseen.
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Mother's Day Honors and the Flag’s Sacred Role
A historical overview traces Mother's Day origins to Anna Jarvis and a 1914 Congressionally recognized holiday. President Wilson endorsed the second Sunday in May, ordering federal buildings to display the American flag. Rep. Heflin praised the flag’s use in honoring mothers.
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Unclear product note on skin itch remedy and soap
Describes symptoms of eczema and psoriasis including itch sting and blisters. Claims Bey Overme Cream and Garmicidal Soap prevent infections and aid natural healing.
Mes Holveck Presents Pupils In Recital At Home
Mrs Forrest Helveck will present her piano students in a recital Saturday at 7 30 p m at her home 114 Maplewood Drive NE Appearing will be Michiel Helveck Shirley Tjaden Cathie Flansen Joanne Keller Judith Martin Barbara Buchanan Carole Niles Marcia Garbett Dennis Fry Connie Thurston Merilyn Spillane Carolyn Haliewink Judith Morris Karen Rassin Deliy Bales Steven Meller Mary Ann Hanson Susar Parry
Nebraska Widow Hazel Abel Named American Mother of 1957
An 8 year old Nebraska widow Hazel Abel was named American Mother of 1957 for her public service. A Lincoln resident and former U.S. senator, she managed her late husband’s construction firm for 15 years and raised four daughters and a son while addressing juvenile delinquency and community needs.
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Symphony Group Plans German Themed Cedar Rapids Luncheon
The Cedar Rapids Symphony women's committee hosts a German themed luncheon at 12:30 p.m. at Cedar Rapids Country Club. Nine youths will model German attire. foreign student Monfared Juergenson will speak. Officers to be elected. Mrs. Francis E. Flannery chairs. reservations via EM 2-9938.
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Newlyweds Told To Remain Home For Honeymoon
Washington based psychiatrist Dr. John F. Cavanagh urged brides and grooms to honeymoon at home citing benefits like less fatigue and boredom and lower costs. He warned bachelor party fatigue and prewedding stress often lead to disappointing hotel stays and advised a restful start to marriage.
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Lois Wood Weds Thomas J Fogarty at All Saints Church
Miss Lois L Wood daughter of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Wood Maquoketa weds Thomas J Fogarty son of the Fogartys Wa terlies in a double ring ceremony at All Saints Church Rev Becker officiating The bride wore navy blue with white accessories and roses and an orchid Attendant Lois Lampe in pink suit Ushers included Jim Fogarty Best man Jim Clark Cedar Falls Guests dined at Hot Fish Shop The Fogartys will reside at 339 Second Avenue SW.
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Pilot Club hears delegates reports at Roosevelt meeting
Pilot International club met Monday evening at the Roosevelt for delegates reports on the district convention in Chicago. The club presented a Bible to the new St. Takes hospital chapel and a microanalyzer for use in pediatrics at Mercy hospital.
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Social Club Picnic Planned at Ellis Park Riverside Pavilion
Kubicek family returns from six week Florida Cuba trip to join Social Club Thursday picnic at 202 Twenty sixth Street Drive SE Ellis Park Riverside pavilion. Members meet YMCA Keen Teen room at 6 pm for transport. Softball games dancing and picnic supper planned. Dick Kabelitz Mina Meganigle committee chairs.
Susan Lagerquist Celebrates Fifth Birthday Party
Susan Lagerquist daughter of Mr and Mrs Donald Lagerquist was honored Saturday at a fifth birthday party held at 1609 Fourteenth Avenue SW. Hostess Mrs Lagerquist welcomed 26 guests with table decorations in yellow and blue. A utility knife is suggested as a handy kitchen tool for halving grapefruit when a paring knife is too small.
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