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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1961
Page
3
A varnish and paint dealer explains how to restore worn furniture. Clean surfaces, smooth sanding, and proper finishes like varnish shellac sealer wax or enamel yield new beauty. Techniques include paste-wax polish and various dulling methods, with room conditions and drying times noted.
Mrs. John F. Kennedy will wear a floor length sheath at the inaugural ball. The sleeveless bodice features an embroidered silk and brilliants top covered by a sheer cloudlike blouse. A white peau d angi silk cape completes the look with gloved hands and a tailored purse.
Pattern 7110 offers a 5 by 8 inch medallion afghan and a pillow idea. Send thirty five cents per pattern to The Chanute Tribune Household Arts Dept, New York NY with name, address, zone and pattern number. Also advertises 1961 Needlecraft Book with over twenty five designs for home crafts and fashion items.
Mrs. P. H. Taylor hosted the Outlook Study club at 115 N. Western on Tuesday with dessert served. Mrs. George J. McCune led a lesson on Africa. The next meeting is planned for January 31 with Mrs. Floyd Johnson at 410 W. Walnut.
Journal of local events shows a string of January meetings. Salvation groups at Evangelical United Brethren church and Grace Episcopal church host talks, dinners, and sewing circles. Various clubs including Laurel Mothers, TOPS Determinettes, and St Patrick’s Confraternity plan gatherings at churches and schools.
The Wilson class held a party Wednesday night in the fellowship room of the First Methodist church. Mrs. Bessie Camerell presided, Mrs. A. A. Miller led singing with Mrs. Hazel Slane accompanying, Mrs. Alva McLaren read poems, and Mrs. Ray Russell gave devotions. Refreshments were served by Ethel Eaton and her committee.
Forget-Me-Not Home Demonstration Unit chose new hostesses for the year at a meeting led by Mrs. Clifford Holman. A March of Dimes donation was collected and pennies for friendship were raised. Mrs. Ora Cheney taught a Kansas history lesson covering growth, mining, education, agriculture, and public health highlighting Kansas high health standards and low death rate.
The Wesleyan Service Guild met at the First Methodist church with 34 attendees. Esther circle served a fried chicken dinner. new members Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Lewis joined. Mrs. Brenner chaired the missionary education committee. decorations featured a Kansas centennial theme.
Dorcas circle readings include a letter from a Hong Kong missionary read by Mrs. Paul Whitworth at the Grant Avenue Baptist church meeting in the home of Mrs. Hilda Youngberg. Guests included Mrs. Robert Cox Mrs. Donna Algers and Mrs. Hildus Wingblade. Next meeting set for February 15 with Mrs. Sharp.
United Presbyterian Women gathered in the church on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. D. A. Finney presiding. Mrs. J. T Honeyman led the missions prayer for the United Arab Republic of Egypt and Presbyterians in the southeastern United States. Mrs. Finney presented the lesson titled Ideas. Refreshments were served by Circle One with Mrs. Morton in charge and Mrs. Fred Skinner pouring.
Vinnie Allison of 110 F. Pine hosted the CWF Guild Tuesday evening. Mrs. Howard Winans presided. Elsie Cunningham gave the invocation and Ruth Shannon presented devotions. Mrs. Jim Treloggen led the lesson "Together In Facing A New Day." Refreshments followed and the next meeting was set with Mrs. Lorens Nelson at 1624 S. Santa Fe.
The Builders class of the First Presbyterian church met Wednesday with Mrs. Earl Loveall at 311 N. Franklin. Mrs. Loveall opened with prayer and Mrs B F Jones gave a devotional lesson from the Bible. Refreshments were served.
Mrs. Jane Cottrell hosted the Hannah circle of Grant Avenue Baptist Church on Wednesday. Doris Herndon of Denver was sent two dollars for her birthday as a home missionary. Miss Herndon and Mrs. John Martin sent letters. Devotions were given by Mrs. Kepley and the lesson by Mrs. Erickson. Mrs. Mary Edwards attended as a guest. Refreshments followed with Mrs. Rudolph Sandberg.
Mrs Arnold Dixon hosted the Lyda circle of the First Baptist church on Wednesday at 814 West Main. Mrs Glen McLaren presided. Lula Leonard gave devotions and read an article on Prayer and Presidents. Herla Rush led the lesson The Finest Fellowship and read letters from missionaries about Congo service. A thank you note from Doris McDaniel overseas missionary was read for birthday and Christmas gifts. Mrs Junior Fritz and Mrs Paul Dryden assisted.
Column featuring Ann Landers style advice on explaining a father’s departure to children, handling an unwanted gift portrait, and a wife removing a telephone number plate. Includes guidance to tell children the father chose to live elsewhere, avoid naming the other woman, and manage a sister-in-law’s painting while preserving feelings.
Homemaker ideas to refresh lunch boxes with oregano butter spread on bread slices and cheese. Trim crusts, spread oregano butter on one side, add cheese slices, and prepare for packing.
Stark youths organize 4H Day activities with square dance participants meeting at the high school at 7 30 p m Friday and play participants beginning rehearsal at the high school at 7 30 p m Monday.
Esther circle met with Mrs. Bill Grogan as 12 calls were logged and ten cards mailed. Devotions driftwood and This Is The Year The Lord Has Made framed the session while gifts and lessons focused on fellowship and missions. Seventy two calls were reported for the month across Martha Priscilla and related circles.
Prepare three sandwiches by buttering bread slices then adding cheese between slices. Mix eggs with salt pepper garlic powder and Parmesan. Dip sandwiches in the egg mixture and fry in hot oil until brown. Yield three servings.
Larry Bell was elected keeper of the buckskin Monday during the Cub Scout Den 3 Pack 3 meeting in the Methodist church scout room. After a brief business session Mrs. Robert Rains and Mrs. Jim Disney escorted the group to Santa Fe Park to view a fire truck test, with Bill Knapp serving refreshments.
Members of the Jolly Jayhawk ers 4-H Club gathered at Joint Rural High School for a special meeting to discuss club activities and goals.
Mrs. M. Barsby was chosen president at the Ladies Aid of the Christian church meeting hosted by Mrs. R. Harlow. New officers include Mrs. Harlow as vice president, Mrs. Ballou as treasurer, and Mrs. Mary Fierce as secretary. Guests included Jean Minnich Moran and Mrs. Arthur Nystrom. A plate lunch followed.
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