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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1958
Page
3
Eva Burnay once a famed New York cover girl now runs a model agency. Struck by multiple sclerosis in 1956 she endured hospital treatment and psychological urging until movement returned and she walked again. She credits determination and her doctor’s tough love for her recovery.
Thayer and Galesburg residents Sonya Mae Rucker and Jay Dee Shrum wed July 29 at the Thayer Christian church with Rev. Sam Reed officiating. The ceremony featured white gladiola decor, a double ring rite, and vows exchanged before family and friends from across Kansas and Texas.
Marian Martin beginner pattern 9011 offers Misses sizes 12 to 20 with a square neckline. Size 16 needs 3 4 yards of 39 inch fabric. mail fifty cents plus pattern price and address to The Chemate Tribune Pattern Dept. 132 Weat in St New York.
A period note advertises cross stitch motifs for towels linens and scarves. It details transfer sizes pattern 7028 and pricing including postage and a request for name address zone and pattern number with an extra charge for a copy of the Alice Brooks Needlecraft Catalogue. It promotes variety in crochet knitting embroidery weaving and toys.
The narrative follows Eva who moves with care and receives regular injections as she manages a chronic illness. Her doctor says the disease is under control though not cured. Returning to modeling, she accepts new limits and opened a model agency, expressing gratitude for a fuller life.
Mr and Mrs Raymond York entertained Thursday evening at Santa Fe park with a watermelon feed for Fidelity class members of the Grant Avenue Baptist church. Millard Drisdell presented three dimensional slides to about 30 members and children.
A reader asks if a woman should notify a man she's visiting his town and whether cousins should invite him to their home. The answer favors informality with cousins making the introduction and suggests a brief phone hello on arrival. Another query on announcing a secret marriage is answered affirmatively.
Weigh the dry sweater after removing buttons. Buy dye to match the garment’s weight in pounds to ensure full even color. A sweater dries unevenly if dye quantity is insufficient.
Recipe lists cake flour baking soda salt shortening sugar vanilla eggs white vinegar milk to 2 4 cup etc. Directions mix dry with wet alternately then bake in greased pan. Frost with butter frosting and chopped nuts optional.
Instructions describe greasing two 8 by 8 by 12 inch pans and baking at 375 degrees until a tester comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes. After cooling 5 minutes on racks, run a spatula around edges and invert, then frost tops and sides and dip in nuts.
The Shamrock 4-H sewing class met July 28 with Carol McGowen teaching side zipper installation and Shyrel Roberts demonstrating blind hems. Nancy Bartholomew reported on the meeting, with attendees listed. A July 23 cooking session featured cornstarch pudding and icebox cookies judged, reporter Nancy Bartholomew noted. A July 29 cooking class demonstrated brownies and sour cream cooked dressing with attendees named.
Mr and Mrs Lee Murren of Humboldt will host a Scotch Foursome on Sunday at the Chanute Country Club. Play will begin at 3 p.m.
Some cleaners prefer using vinegar in rinse water to brighten glassware and remove residues. The tip advises compatibility with standard dishware and caution about excessive amounts.
Retiring county engineer clerk Charles Nation leaves service August 15 after 30 years under James R. Streeter. He and wife plan farm life near Shaw and travel. Nearby, Roy Whitworth visits family in the area, works in Pittsburgh and serves as a justice of the peace. City purchases a street sweeper, demo in Kansas City and Main Street. County superintendent Nelle Stevens celebrates birthday with 15 friends near Chanute. Wedding shower for Lorna Long and Jim Mounts held at Christian church. Several local visits and trips noted, plus a summer cocoa drink recipe tip.
A reader asks how to marry while underage as parents refuse consent. Ann Landers urges strict self discipline, dating plans, curfews, and avoiding temptation. Other letters cover debt repayment and wardrobe pictures, with firm advice and a charity notice.
Linda Marie Card daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Card Humboldt born July 15 at Neosho Memorial Hospital. Karen Ann Hanson daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Hanson 521 N Highland born July 28 at Neosho Memorial. Debra Ann Prickett daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Prickett 1421 S Evergreen born July 28 at Neosho Memorial. Leesa Beth Olson daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Olson Altoona born July 22 at Neosho Memorial. Kathryn Joanne Swaney daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Swaney 1405 S.
Southeast Kansas Corner reports rapid progress on Coffeyville College’s new $400000 building set to open for fall on September 2. The modern structure offers 18 classrooms with capacity for 800 students, versus last year’s enrollment around 500. In Burlington, Keith Corwin’s friends visit him in hospital after his operation, noting his surprise at the maternity room. Humboldt notes gas issues causing a halt.
The first Marines to leave Lebanon crossed into Naples en route to the United States for discharge. Twenty one Marines return to the U S two months overdue for discharge at end of their enlistments.
The Lutherans defeated the Christians 10 to 2 in the opening Church Softball League game. High Prairie failed to appear for their match against Stark, causing a forfeit and reasserting Stark in a first place tie with the Methodists.
The Indians trounced the Red Sox 20-11 at Cross playground last night. Winning pitcher Darrell Storck and catcher Phil Steeves led the home team while Billy Dutton took the loss. Players and parents enjoyed watermelon provided by the Mexican Fiesta committee after the game.
In the last 24 hours Kansas traffic fatalities totaled 1. To date in 1958 the statewide count reached 284, compared with 295 in the same period of 1957.
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