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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1967
Page
3
Dear readers, Heloise relays warnings from Electrical Safety Inspector Francis McKinney about Christmas tree and early home safety. Fresh trees, proper lighting sets, two extension cords, and metal decorations avoided near bulbs reduce fires and shocks. Also cautions about plastic coverings, metal trees, and safe needle checks.
Wanted adults 18 plus. Free government job booklet promises high salaries and security with many positions requiring little education. Lincoln Service says it prepares test takers for civil service exams since 1948, not government affiliated. Fill out care and mail for details and preparation tips.
Rural Homemakers EHU met Sunday evening for the annual family Christmas dinner at Rural School with 37 members and guests. Mrs. H. A. Stitt presided. officers installed by Mrs. Wayne Stitt include president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, and public relations. Program featured songs poems solos and a ballet by Shrimplin Osborn and Delaplain children. mystery sisters were revealed. The January 18 meeting will be at 1 p.m. with Mrs. Beulah Griswald.
The Builders Class held the annual Christmas dinner in the church parlor on Sunday evening. Devotions by Mrs. Craig Erickson. Mrs. Martha Hutton told "The Little Mixer." Carols led by Mrs. Erickson with accompaniment from Mrs. C. D. Nelson. Prayer by Mrs. Pearl Loveaul. Gifts given to Mrs. Blanche Petit and Mrs. John Groves. After dinner, gifts were prepared for shut ins and the ill. Tables festively decorated.
The social calendar shows December events across Murray Hill including a Christmas program at 7 30 p m and numerous club luncheons and study circles at locations such as Larson-2 Plummer 108 South Plummer and the Memorial Building. Readers are invited to attend gatherings hosted by Artep Literature Modern Study Club Athenaeum and Zion churches among others.
Hulda Parker OES in dinner meeting with Edgar Gilbert and Mrs J G Wasser as hosts at the Orchid Buffet. Mrs A I Adelgren shared a Christmas story and carols were sung led by Mrs Hazel Slane. Gifts from officers were exchanged between Mrs Wasser and Gilbert as tables displayed poinsettias holly pine and a small white Christmas tree.
Mrs Ethel Reno hosted the EUB Bethel Class dinner in the church annex attended by 53 members and families. Christmas carols were led by class president Lee Sharp who was re elected. Officers named include Bill Carlson as vice president Donna Childers as secretary treasurer Mrs Reno as teacher Barbara LaRue as assistant teacher and Marjorie Carlson as reporter.
Kathy Ann Pool and Glen Bercaw married December 2 in a First Methodist Church Parsons ceremony. Rev. K M Martin officiated. Bride daughter of L H Pool Parsons. groom son of Warren Bercaw. The couple will reside in Wichita after a wedding trip.
The United Brethren WMA met at Mrs. Arthur Garrison’s home with nine members and two visitors. The lesson was “Into All of North America,” readings included the Indian version of the 23rd Psalm and a story “The Keeper of the Inn.” Mrs. Garrison sang Star of the East and led a gift exchange.
Twenty four members of DC chapter gathered at Mrs. Dwight McCreight home 311 S Larson Thursday afternoon. Mrs Edwin Rideau presented history and facts about seven famous Christmas carols. Mrs McCreight played a carol verse on the organ after each presentation. Mrs Wilfrid Cavaness gave each member a Spirit Shifters booklet by Norman Vincent Peale. Tea was served by the hostess aided by Mrs Robert Briley. The December 21 meeting shifts to Mrs J D Gough R 4.
Camp Hoppers chapter of the NCHA met Friday night in the Memorial Room with President Dick Smith presiding. Mrs Frank Hayworth spoke on the executive meeting state campout and dues. a certificate of honor was given to Mr and Mrs Dick Smith. Carols were sung and Santa’s helper led games before refreshments for 46 members and 12 guests. Next meeting set for January 12 in the Federation room.
The Devoted Mothers Club met at 934 S. Malcolm in the Breiner home for its annual Christmas party and gift exchange. President Mrs. Bill Bircher presided as 15 members attended and refreshments were served by Mrs. James Read and Mrs. Breiner.
The Tribune seeks plans for Christmas dinners and reunions of Cha nute and area families for a December 22 feature. Provide guest names and addresses as well as hosts by December 19 via mail or phone HE 14100.
The American Association of University Women hosted a Christmas party and fellowship auction at Mrs. Darrell Erikson’s home. Carols were sung, Mrs. Lillard Parks won a Christmas game, and proceeds benefited the AAUW Fellowship fund. Fellowship chair Mrs. S. A. Mannoni led the event with an active committee. Next meeting set for Jan. 25 at the Orchid Buffet.
Mr and Mrs Roy Johnson hosted the Foursquare EHU turkey dinner with eleven members and families attending Mrs Paul Johnson and children were guests Picture slides of Honolulu were shown by Mrs Paul Johnson Christmas carols were sung and games played A door prize went to Mrs William Phillips The January 17 meeting will be at Mrs Earl Close 1307 Grant
Four tables competed in bridge at the Country Club. Winners were Mrs Dennis Mills, Glen Shook, John McCall, and Ed Ranz.
Harmony Homebuilders held a covered dish Christmas event Saturday night at the Wayside Club and Diner. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Dean Kepley. Ten members and eight husbands attended. President Mrs. Guy Braden led a brief business meeting. Donations were given to SEK Tuberculosis Hospital and IFYE. Mrs. Cecil Arnett to host January meeting.
The Merry Mothers Club hosted its Christmas luncheon at 901 S. Wilson yesterday afternoon. Mrs. John Billingsly won the door prize. Twenty six members attended along with one guest, Mrs. Sor of Colorado, with games and gift exchanges completing the gathering.
Rural Grange met in Grange hall with Nathan Hole presiding. Six candidates received first and second degrees. A turkey dinner is planned for 6 30 p.m. December 21 with Pomona Grange members as guests and attendees asked to bring a covered dish and table service.
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