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Chanute Tribune

Location

Chanute, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1968

Page

5

Nancy Roberts to Wed John LaRocca in August Ceremony

Engagement announcement for Nancy Roberts daughter of J A Roberts and John LaRocca son of Mrs Donald Ray and Al LaRocca notes Nancy a 1966 Chanute High School graduate who attends Neosho County Community Junior College as secretary of the sophomore class and head cheerleader. LaRocca a 1967 KU graduate and former KU football and rugby player is a Shawnee Mission teacher and football coach. A double wedding with Suzan Ranz and Jim Caldwell is planned for August 17 at the First Methodist Church.

J. A. Roberts Nancy John LaRocca Donald Ray al LaRocca San Francisco Calif Chanute High School Kansas University Lawrence Miss Roberts Neosho County Community Junior College NCCJC University of Kansas LaRocca Shawnee Suzan Ranz Jim Caldwell First Methodist Church Ed Ranz S. Tennesee Suzan James M. Caldwell Oma L. Caldwell S. Steuben J. M. Caldwell Oil City

Recreation Calendar Highlights Tonight

Bowling at Sportsman's Bowl at 7:00. Evening golf at Safari Golf Course 6:30 to 7:30. Senior High Ping Pong Tourna ment at Launching Pad 7 to 9. Tuesday open house at Launching Pad 3:5 p.m. Evening golf at Safari Golf Course 6:30 to 7:30. Archery club at Launching Pad 7 p.m.

Harmony EHU Hostess Tea at Wayne Berthot Home

Harmony EHU met at the home of Mrs Wayne Berthot R 3 Friday afternoon with guests Mrs Melvin Harwood Mrs Ray Zumalt Mrs Sterling Martin and Mrs Lois Carlson Tea members answered roll call with a seamstress idea Reports covered the cancer drive and the county fair plans The group arranged to attend the tea in Independence Mrs Henry Alford led the lesson Your Contemporary Needle and will host the June 7 meeting

Harmony Ehu Wayne Berthot R. 3 Mmes Melvin Harwood Ray Zumalt Sterling Martin Lois Carlson Carlson Independence Henry Alford

Spring Luncheon Marks Laurel Mothers Club Installations

The Laurel Mothers Club wrapped up its season with a spring luncheon at the Orchid Buffet. Retiring officers handed gifts to the new slate headed by president Mrs. Kenneth Simmons after Mrs. John Crownover won the door prize and members enjoyed informal fellowship following adjournment.

Laurel Mothers Club John Crownover Kenneth Simmons

Classified and Display Ads Spotlight Your Needs

The advertisement pages present a mix of classified notices and display ads. Listings cover jobs, real estate, services, and various consumer offerings, with contact details and prices where shown.

Nuptials Planned for Suzan Ranz and James Caldwell

Suzan Ranz and James M. Caldwell plan a double wedding with Nancy Roberts and John LaRocca on August 17 at the First Methodist Church. The Ranz bride is a 1964 Kansas State University graduate and Chi Omega member. Caldwell, a Navy member aboard USS Ticonderoga, is a Chanute High School and K S College of Pittsburg alum.

Chanute High School Kansas State University Manhattan Chi Omega Social Sorority Miss Ranz Ranz Motor Company Caldwell Neosho County

Cotton crop reaches new low not seen since 1895

The United States produced only 7.6 million bales of cotton last year, the smallest harvest in the nation since 1895, reflecting a sharp decline in yields and area harvested.

United States

Tribune Phone Contact Tips

The notice advises calling the Tribune via the listed phone number after 6 p.m. if you cannot reach your carrier. It emphasizes using the HE 1-3400 exchange for evening accessibility.

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May Fellowship Day at Chanute Presbyterian Church

Mrs. David presided as welcoming host for over 50 women from Chanute churches at the May fellowship day. Mrs. Ashley led the program with scripture read by Mrs. Castor Perrin and two vocal pieces by Marcia Allen Karen Robison and Sherrie Caldwell. A panel discussed Anonymity and Community with Msgr. Hogan Rideau and Robert Geiger.

David David Chanute Presbyterian Neil Ashley Castor Perrin Marcia Allen Karen Robison Sherrie Caldwell Miss Caldwell Vincent Hogan Edwin H. Rideau Robert Geiger Lester Lawrence Myron Slater Edgar Rains Gerald Taylor David Thomas Floyd May Kenneth Johnson Lawrence

Two U.S. Vice Presidents Die in Indianapolis Years Apart

The obituary note records two vice presidents dying in Indianapolis: Thomas A. Hendricks in 1885 and Charles W. Fairbanks in 1918, marking the city as the final destination in their public lives.

Indianapolis Thomas A. Hendricks Charles W. Fairbanks

The Bible quiz by Lavina Ross Fowler

A quiz feature by Lavina Ross Fowler presents five Bible questions with answers: parables in two Testaments, Elizabeth and John the Baptist, Herod and murder, fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, Boanerges apostles, and the mandrake plant. Four correct indicates excellence, three correct good.

Lavina Ross Fowler Nathan David Douay Elizabeth John the Baptist Herod Boanerges

Hints from Heloseé and Handy House Tips

A reader page shares kitchen and home hacks. Slice onions with the peel on then lift the outer skin to save time and reduce onion odor. Tips include watering houseplants with ice cubes, winding thread on sticks for travel sewing, and using a sliding chair to move heavy items for arthritic helpers.

Heloise LaVerne Warner

Carol Cherry and Kenneth Pens Wed in Oklahoma City Ceremony

Carol Jean Cherry daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Cherry of Oklahoma City married Kenneth E Pens Jr of Middletown Ohio Saturday at Crown Heights Christian Church Oklahoma City The double ring ceremony featured yellow gladiolas and carnations Maids of honor and bridesmaids wore yellow satin gowns with yellow floral accessories The couple attended Oklahoma University and Chanute Junior College respectively and he works at Armco Steel in Middletown Ohio

Carol Jean Cherry George W. Cherry Oklahoma City Kenneth E. Pens Jr Middletown Ohio Crown Heights Christian Church Faye Pens Kenneth E. Pens Sr Oklahoma University Chanute Junior College Wichita State University Armco Steel

Shower Honors Pamela Nessel

Pamela Nessel of Humboldt was honored with a bridal shower in Humboldt Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Lewis J. Gerken. Assisting hosts were Denise, Mrs. Gordon Bender, and Mrs. Paul Brennecke. Twenty nine guests attended as gifts were opened with help from Miss Nessel by Mrs. Robert Hart, Mary Beth Lassman, and Mary Jo Heenan. Refreshments featured a yellow and white theme with daisies, net accents, and a crystal candelabrum centerpiece. Miss Nessel is engaged to Gene Archer.

Pamela Nessel Humboldt Lewis J. Gerken N. Forest Denise Gordon Bender Paul Brennecke Nessel Robert Hart Mary Beth Lassman Mary Jo Heenan Pittsburg Richard Kaufman Glen Layman Miss Nessel Gene Archer

Social calendar highlights for May events and meetings

Tuesday May 7 features Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders events at Murray Hill School and Gem and Mineral Society. various organizations meet at Fore ton Room and Masonic Temple. May 8 lists church circles, coin club, WMS groups, BPW dinner, and other community activities across Colfax, Neosho Valley, and Tioga venues with times from 1:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Mey Murray Hill Gem and Mineral Society Fore Ton Patriarchs Militant IOOF Rainbow Masonic Temple Leanna Ladies Aid of the Christian Church Marvin Olson Benedict Victory Ehu Lex Copeland S. Plummer Christian Women's Fellowship First Christian Church Neosho Valley W. 7Th Martha Carl Bedenbender S. Lincoln Mary John Young Naomi Lyle Dean Orpha F. L. Burtle S. Katy Rachel John McMeekin S. Joe Rett Paul Wells Elizabeth As Schultz

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