Manila fashion bargains draw world attention
Manila designers led by Jose Moreno spotlight ultra affordable, hand crafted party dresses and fabrics that rival Hong Kong for price and speed. Labor is cheap, with 19 workers per item, and dresses can be created from sketches in three days. Barong Tagalog and embroidered fabrics become symbols of national style, while American buyers learn Manila can rival high fashion for practicality and price.
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Jose Moreno
United States
Philippines
Hong Kong
Moreno
Philippine Couture Association
Manila
Pena
First Church of God WMS Meeting Notes
The Women's Missionary Society of the First Church of God met Thursday afternoon at 910 S. Forest with Mrs. Charles Logan presiding. Mrs. Randall Bell opened. lesson led by Paul Wagner with assistance from several members. Eight members and one guest attended. next meeting set for October 17 as an all day event at the church fellowship room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Missionary Society of the First Church of God
Charles Logan
S. Forest
Randall Bell
Paul Wagner
Brooklyn
Carl Meins
Joe Adams
Tom McQuinn
Ruther Rutherford
Jessie Dryden
Bell
Playing Cupid Is Dangerous In Ann Landers Column
Dear Ann Landers laments danger of matchmaking advice columns while readers propose a formal interviewing bureau to pair lonely people. The exchange notes risks, screening, and ethics in helping companions. Copyright 1943 Chanute Tribune.
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Ann
Gypsy
JLP
Ann Landers
Chanute Tribune
Government Seminar to Aid Kansas Firms in federal Contracts
Four state seminar in Independence on October 30, 1963 aims to help small businessmen secure government contracts. Congressman Joe Skubitz says Kansas and the 5th district lack federal contract share. Agencies involved include Defense Supply Agency NASA Federal Aviation Agency Veterans Administration and the Army Navy and Air Force.
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Washington
Joe Skubitz
Independence
Skubitz
Kansas
5Th Congressional District
Shubitz
Oklahoma
Missouri
Arkansas
Defense Supply Agency
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Federal Aviation Agency
Veterans Administration
Army
Navy
Air Force
Mrs Rains Leads WMA Meeting at United Brethren Church
The Women’s Missionary Association met at the church on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs C E Rains as prayer band leader. Mrs Elmer Mathews gave devotions on Hong Kong refugees and a skit titled Contrast in Hong Kong was performed by Mrs Arthur Garrison, Mrs Ira Grogan, and Mrs Elmer Gibson. Refreshments were served to 10 members by Mrs W M Holman. The next gathering is planned with Mrs Amanda Sparks at 1415 S Highland on Nov 6.
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Women’s Missionary Association of the United Brethren In Christ Church
C. E Rains
Hong Kong
Elmer Mathews
Arthur Garrison
Ira Grogan
Elmer Gibson
W. M. Holman
Amanda Sparks
S. Highland
AAUW Members Gather for Morning Membership Coffee
The AAUW met with Mrs. Jerry Steele at 1009 S. Larson on Saturday for a membership coffee. Mrs. Al Jones, chairman, led the program as 35 members and guests attended.
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AAUW
Jerry Steele
S. Larson
al Jones
CWF Guild Meets at First Christian Church
The CWF Guild of the First Christian Church met Sunday evening at the church with Mrs. Howard Winans presiding. Mrs. Leo Gottlieb delivered the lesson titled Alma Mater City Style. Devotions were by Mrs. Gladys Page. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Mae Allison at 218 South Lafayette.
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CWF Guild of the First Christian Church
Howard Winans
Leo Gottlieb
Gladys Page
Mae Allison
S. Lafayette
BPW Conference Opened in Independence With 119 Present
The Southeastern BPW clubs held their fall conference in Independence on Sunday with 119 attendees. Official representative Mrs. Mary Barrett of Salina attended, and Chanute participants included Dr. Margaret Wolf Merle Estes Ethel Eaton Belle Milby Mmes Hazel Slane Adeline Fortney Ada Livingston Mildred Far nis Lou Roberts Gertrude Tweddell Thelma Beasley and Mary Booe.
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Business and Professional Women's Clubs
Southeastern Area
Independence
Mary Barrett
Salina
Chanute
Margaret Wolf
Merle Estes
Ethel Eaton
Belle Milby
Mmes
Hazel Slane
Adeline Fortney
Ada Livingston
Mildred Fanis
Lou Roberts
Gertrude Tweddell
Thelma Beasley
Mary Booe
San Antonio already integrated despite city’s stance
In San Antonio, a mixed scene plays out as a Negro airman and his girlfriend dance among white patrons in a nightclub. The Defense Department orders equal treatment off base, but local reaction is muted. The city, home to 57,000 service members and a $1.2 billion economy, has long been integrated in schools and public facilities since 1955.
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San Antonio
Tex
Defense Department
South
Beta Sigma Phi Hosts Backwards Party for Fall Rush
Alpha Chi Chapter held a backwards party at the Home Savings Lounge last Wednesday to start the fall rushing season with Jane Cordner as hostess. Chili burgers and pop were served and games were played. The next model meeting will be Wednesday at Mrs. Dean Sutcliffe’s home at 1102 South Tennessee.
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Alpha Chi Chapter
Beta Sigma Phi
Home Savings Lounge
Jane Cordner
Dean Sutcliffe
Tennessee
Local residents share visits and anniversaries this week
Mrs A R Jackson of 122 S Garfield returns from a 12 day visit with her daughter and family in Ft Worth Texas and granddaughter and family in Ft Worth. Harold Swiler of Knoxville Tennessee visits his mother and sister in town. Marsha and Kent spend weekend with local relatives. Ray Wingate and wife of Vacaville California honor 28th wedding anniversary with dinner hosted by Dean Billbe and family. Rev William Hunt and wife attend the 100th annual meeting of the Presbyterian Synod of Kansas in Dodge City with the Presbyterian women's Kansas Synodical Society.
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A. R. Jackson
S. Garfield
John A. Lapham
Ft. Worth
Tex
Thomas Gordon
Ray Wingate
Novato
Calif
Dean Billbe
Kansas
Ralph Wingate
Thayer
Edward Billbe
Ted Billbe
Fred Markham
Chanute
William T. Hunt
Tennessee
Presbyterian Synod of Kansas
Dodge City
Presbyterian Women's Kansas Synodical Society
Daniels Named to Sales Post at Swift & Company
Dean Daniels is appointed to a sales position with Swift and Company's Oil Mill Division in Memphis Tennessee. He is the son of Mr and Mrs W L Daniels of 902 S Central. His wife is Barbara Koenig daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl Koenig of 102 E Tenth.
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Dean Daniels
Swift & Company
Memphis, Tenn
W. L. Daniels
S. Central
Daniels
Barbara Koenig
Carl Koenig
E. Tenth
Weekend Guests at Anderson Home
Guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Anderson 420 S Rut ter included Mrs. Yancy Whitworth and Kent and Mary Sue Davis of Overland Park over the weekend.
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Harold Anderson
S. Rutter
Mr and Mrs Marion Plummer and Paul Lynn Burlington
Mr and Mrs Marion Plummer and Paul Lynn of Burlington are noted alongside Mr and Mrs William McNeil in a brief social notice detailing family connections and hometowns without further context.
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Marion Plummer
Paul Lynn
Burlington
William McNeil
Lung Surgery For Ed Murrow
Edward R. Murrow aged 55, director of the U S Information Agency and commentator, was reported in very satisfactory condition after surgery to remove his left lung. He recuperates at Washington Hospital Center. Tests are ordered to determine if the lung tumor is malignant. The House Appropriations Committee approved a related proposal earlier today.
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Washington
Edward R. Murrow
U.S. Information Agency
Murrow
Washington Hospital
House Appropriations Com
Ketch Neophyte Arrives in Tahiti After Hawaii Departure
Honolulu AP reports the 45-foot ketch Neophyte with male skipper and four female crew members landed safely in Tahiti. The voyage began August 27 from Hawaii after radio silence. Skipper Lee Quinn chose crew in Hawaii: Barbara Jones, 34, former San Antonio rodeo rider. Bernice Berkson, 37, San Diego housewife. Ava Walker, 23, New York anthropology student. Kathy Eckman, from Anaheim, California, a typist.
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Honolulu
Tahiti
Coast Guard
Hawaii
Lee Quinn
Barbara Jones
San Antonio
Kathy Eckman
Anaheim, Calif
Coins Tossed Into Pool May Aid Travelers
Washington AP reports coins tossed into a sunken pool at Dallas International Airport may aid troubled travelers. In the new facility crowds are dropping pennies nickels dimes and quarters into the fountain at the rate of about 200 dollars a month as a charitable gesture linked to the airport’s lounge and services.
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Washington
Dulles International Airport
Covenant Women Fall Rally Held at Savonburg
Women of Evangelical Covenant Church hosted the Southeastern District rally with 80 attendees. Representing churches from Kansas City Me Topeka Scranton Osage City Stotler and Savonburg, Lutheran hosts served lunch. Afternoon speaker Mrs Clifford Anderson of Kansas City spoke on Through Faith to Friendship With God. closing prayer by Rev. Robert Huse.
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Savonburg
Evangelical Covenant Church
Covenant
Kansas City
Praine Village
Topeka
Scranton
Osage City
Stotler and
Savenburg
Community Groups Schedule for Oct 8 Outlook Study Club Luncheon
Local calendar lists multiple events for Tuesday October 8 across several venues. Lincoln PTA Hulda Parker Chapter and Masonic Temple gatherings include luncheons, meetings, and charity activities. Additional odds and ends include church circles and club rooms at various addresses in town.
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Outlook
Lincoln
Hulda Parker
O&s
Masonic Temple
Roosevelt Pta
Chanute Textile Paint Club
JayCee Club
Quest
W. E. Wilson
W. Main
Modern Etiquette: Naming Juniors and Funeral Flower Cards
The junior title can apply to more than the eldest son others may share a second son can bear the name. For funeral flowers always include the full names of senders on the card. Use Mr. and Mrs. Robert Adams as the standard form. It is acceptable to add a brief phrase like With deepest sympathy.
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Robert Adams
Mary
Bob
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Defense
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Ed Murrow
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Alien
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Om Christian Women's Fellowship
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EUB
By Dean Skinner
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San Salvador
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