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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1959
Page
3
Dear Gerry, after his wife’s death a father berates his daughter and bans music. a clergy call is advised to help him cope and protect the girl. A second letter from readers critiques a worm in salad in a bridge club and urges restraint. A final note questions a shared household for two married daughters and warns it may harm the child.
Mr. and Mrs. George E. Mattox of Erie announce the engagement of their daughter Lela Ruth to Ray Eugene Hutchison son of Mrs. William Hutchison of rural Chanute. Lela Ruth Mattox is a 1957 Erie High School graduate and Ray Hutchison a 1950 Vilas High School alum. The wedding is planned for 3 p m August 7 at the First Christian Church in Erie with friends invited.
Judy Smith and Larry McGhee wed June 21 at the bride's parents home in Kansas. Rev. Paul Life officiated for a ceremony attended by family guests from Nowata Colony Chanute Bel Gardens and Kansas City. The couple will reside in Kansas City where the groom works.
Recital for the piano students of Mrs. Dave Petterson at 8 p m and held in the Federation room of the Memorial building. Located at 808 Central avenue. Phone 17-THE TRIBUNE.
Mrs. W. A. Coonrod and Mrs. Merrill Brock hosted a bridal shower for Mary Vass on Wednesday evening at 1201 Edith. Miss Vass is to wed Larry Schooley Saturday at the Assembly of God church. prizes went to Mrs. Hazel Slane Sadie Vass and Mrs. B. M. Eastburn. guests included Sadie Vass Earl School ey Dr. Margaret Wolf Mattie Wolf and others from Chanute Humboldt and Galesburg.
A note on soup: adding a little grated lemon rind to cream of asparagus soup enhances its brightness. The tip works with homemade or canned soup, sharpening the flavor with a subtle citrus lift.
The Chanute club's 4 spade contracts evolved into 6 spades due to precise declarer play and subtle defense. The opening heart lead and subsequent finesses shaped the outcome, with two tables differing on a club overtrump. High scores included pairs: Mrs J Frank Jones with Larry OConnell 27, Dan Forbes 27, and others in the 25–26 range.
Sarah Haller of 208 S Forest plans to attend the American Association of University Women 56th General Convention in Kansas City this week as a Chanute Branch delegate. Also listed are Mrs Nelle Stevens, Chanute Branch president, and other Chanute members Mrs S A Mannoni Mrs Jack Sparks and Mrs W T Warren.
Mrs. Margaret Wood of Chanute and Evelyn and Marguerite Hackney of Iola joined Chanute Branch members at the AAUW convention where Eleanor Roosevelt spoke on Is America Facing World Leadership The national building fund aims in Washington DC with Kansas Utah Nevada South Carolina and DC contributing full quotas Chanute Branch also 100 per cent The local fund chair T H Cronemeyer attended despite illness Theme was The College Woman Individual and Citizen Delegates registered 1497 with many more present
Poultry prices stiffened this week pressuring shoppers as Chanute markets offer special prices on different items. Pork roasts, hams, some beef cuts and shrimp are highlighted with lettuce bargains and a broad mix of vegetables. Eggs rise 2 to 8 cents per pound while peaches apples and other fruits remain affordable in the season.
Montana actress Connie Towers from Whitefish has risen to stardom with a leading role in The Horses Soldiers. She spent three months in Louisiana among 500 men and acted opposite John Wayne and Bill Holden under John Ford. She married Panama millionaire Eugene Charles McGrath whom she met on set.
Janice Manley and Liza Sherman top junior golf standings at Chanute Country Club Wednesday. In beginners Manley won low while Pennington high on three. In intermediates Sherman won low and Billy Gray high on six.
A Hawaiian party for members of the Business and Professional Women's club took place at the Tioga Hotel. Mrs. H. Craig Graham and Mrs. Cecil Brinkmeyer, back from Hawaii, led the program with slides and remarks while others served Hawaiian punch and smorgasbord. Music by Erie residents accompanied the event, with announcements of July meeting months and an upcoming board gathering. Door prize went to Mattie Wolf and Mrs. Eaton earned perfect attendance.
Natasha Matson of Wichita advances toward the Kansas women’s title, defeating Mrs. Kenneth Grigsby 5 and 4 while Jean Ashley of Chanute and Mrs. Howard Dunham win in the upper bracket. Chanute golfers, including Jean Ashley and sisters, make strong showings as matches continue.
Mr. Nora Strack hosted the Cottage Grove Ladies Aid meeting with 10 members, three children and three guests. Mrs. Ralph Debler led as president. plans were made for the annual picnic on July 26. no summer meetings will be held. refreshments were served.
Jean Ashley of Chanute boasted after a day of matches at the state women’s golf tourney. She defeated Miss Ashley and Miss Schleicher in early rounds while Chanute entrants Mrs. Robert Allen and Mrs. D. L. Joscelyn won their matches. Defending champ Jackie Dack criticized her putting as she noted steady play but few birdies. Next year’s event moves to Crestview Country Club in Wichita. Daughters Joan Jean and Connie Schleicher, and Mrs. Alles are listed with Chanute addresses.
At the beginning of 1959, 4.925 million persons were covered by employer employee pension plans in the United States.
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