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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1962
Page
3
The engagement of Marian Charlaine Gates to Thomas G. Swain is announced by their parents. Miss Gates, a Washburn University student and member of Alpha Phi, is employed by Fleming Co. Swain, a Washburn graduate, is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Gatesburn and a Phi Delta Theta member serving in the U S Army at Fort Leonard Wood. No wedding date has been set.
Community gathers for Great Books Discussion at the Public Library with the Outlook Study Club hosting a 7 p.m. session. Social mix includes Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stevens and others, following a casual "husbands party" gathering.
The Merry Mothers club held a Thursday afternoon session with Mrs. Gary Upton at 1201 W. Sycamore. Mrs. Dwight Blackwood was introduced as a new member and plans were finalized for the Mothers' March for Polio on January 31 and a Valentine party on February 17. Mrs. Gene Bilyeu delivered the mental health lesson. The next meeting is scheduled for February 8 with Mrs. Bilyeu.
The Homeworkers of the Zion Methodist church met with Mrs Lola Browning at 509 W 3 Thursday afternoon. Officers were elected for the coming year: Beryl Browning president, Mrs W M Hutchison vice president, Mrs Fred Uthmann secretary, Mrs Gordon Goltry treasurer. Plans were made to contribute to the March of Dimes Home for Youths at Hutchinson and the Neosho Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Channeling a 1960s craft appeal this notice promotes a two color afghan pattern 7059 using single crochet and rib stitches in a herringbone design. Readers may request by mail from The Chanute Tribune Household Arts Dept New York with name address zone and pattern number.
Mrs. Lewis Wible of 502 West Main hosted the Today's Mothers club yesterday with Mrs. S A Cunningham and Mrs. C S Newton presiding. Twenty members attended the roll call and a birthday party with a gift exchange was held. A dessert course was served and the next meeting is set for February 10 a Valentine party for members' husbands.
Mrs. Kenneth Caldwell hosted the Delta Mothers club with co-hostesses Mrs. Fred Montague Jr. and Mrs. R. A. Cook. The club revised the constitution and will be known as the Delta Study club. Members will participate in the Mothers March for Polio on Jan. 31 and all joined the study topic Self-Honesty.
Holly Mothers club met with Mrs. Aubrey Bostwick at 1310 W W Main with Mrs. Richard Willis presiding. Members were reminded of the Mothers March for Polio on January 31 and the American Cancer Society film showing on January 31. Mrs. Hans Herold demonstrated tin craft making angels leaves bells and wall plaques. Eleven members and three guests were served refreshments by co hosts Mrs. Willis and Mrs. Wayne Taylor. The door prize went to Mrs W F Dunlap. The next meeting is set for February 22 with Mrs. Dick Purdy.
The Junior St Cecilia Music Club met in the Memorial building with the Kansas and American Composers theme. Marcia Sandberg presided. Judy Carlson led the junior federation hymn with Phil Carter. Roy Marks reported on Kansas composers. Chris Coots played trumpet solos with Berry Gerken and Larry Calhoun backing. Sherrill Rush sang Who Am I. a flute trio Aubade was performed. refreshments followed.
A 1961 Chanute Tribune collection uses Ann Landers style Q and A to urge teens to consider consequences of going steady and pregnancy. Letters discuss gossip, party invites, and social plans, urging responsibility and parental communication.
Savonburg Mary Martha circle met in the church annex with Mrs. Mabel Johnson presiding. Officers elected were Lenora Lee president Wanda Grizzle vice president Ellen Rost secretary treasurer Mona Adell pianist Mabel Johnson flower chair and Wilma Buscher reporter. Next meeting set for February 14.
Urbana announces Judi West daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred P West engaged to Hubert H Helm son of Mr and Mrs Hollis H Helm of Bosworth Mo A June wedding is planned Miss West a Erie High School senior Helm works for Swift and Co in Kansas City
A vintage Q and A lists DIY tips such as using dry cornmeal on the scalp for cleanliness, making an alum polish with ammonia borax, crafting tree ornaments from burned bulbs with confetti, and stretching tight gloves with a curling iron.
Eight foot icicle visible in Humboldt caves draws attention after freezing temperatures. Community events include Methodist Women dinner at the church with travelogue on Oslo Norway and 65 attendees. Lions club hosted safety film and planning at St. Peter's Lutheran with attendees from Chanute and nearby towns. Lincoln school sixth graders elect officers for second semester.
The text answers five language questions with edits and pronunciations. It suggests using ALL KINDS of books and eager, gives pah laav er with stress on the second syllable, notes massacre as the misspelled word, defines surreptitious as done by stealth, and gives subterfuge as a word meaning an evasion.
The guidance covers introducing children to others by name and title, whether a daughter is married, and whether a father gives away a widow's second husband. It notes families pay wedding expenses unless the bride-to-be covers them. It also advises that unused silverware need not be removed and that servers should clear excess utensils before the next course.
The United States served notice in the United Nations that nations using force to resolve colonial disputes, including Angola, will face vigorous U.S. opposition. Adlai Stevenson warned that armed challenges to Portugal could bring disastrous U.N. results, while Britain urged moderation in the Angola crisis.
Printed pattern advertisement for Marian Martin Slim Dress style with stitched pleats from shoulder to hem. Includes half sizes 12 to 22, yardage for size 16 2, pattern price and mailing details from The Chanute Tribune Pattern Dept New York, plus catalog offer with 106 styles for misses and women.
Local briefs from Chanute capture community events for Friday January 26 1962. Reports note civic activities, upcoming meetings, and neighborhood updates shaping the week in Chanute Kansas.
U.S. delegate calls on Portugal to permit Angolans to choose their political future peacefully and to prevent force in colonial questions. He reports assurances that NATO equipment will not be used in Angola and condemns a dual standard that could undermine the UN.
A simple zucchini Romano dish cooks onion in hot oil then adds squash water and salt with oregano. Simmer until tender about five minutes then evaporate excess liquid and finish with parsley and grated Romano cheese for four servings.
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