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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1972
Page
4
Big Creek Methodist Church Women Society members held a session titled Search for the Disciples with pictures and recordings. Mrs. James Whaley led the lesson, Mrs. Neal Heilman conducted devotions using Matthew 5 38 48, and 24 shut ins were called.
Dear Heloise shares a practical wardrobe tip after returning to work. A wool pair she bought proved uncomfortable, prompting a simple fix that enhances comfort and fit. The reader explains the method and its positive effect.
A reader describes an itchy reaction to Heloise tips and shares an improvised remedy. She wore nylon pajama pants as underwear all day and found they were comfortable and did not cling, with her husband also trying the idea under wool slacks.
A letter to Ann Landers criticizes her teens birth control answer and urges informing teenagers about the pill's near 100 percent effectiveness, appointments with doctors, and Planned Parenthood. It cites Henrietta Suroval's Senate testimony on teenage pregnancy caused by ignorance.
Zion Lutheran Service Guild met in the church education building with Mrs. James Ranabarger leading a Bible study on Philip. Mrs. Ray Zumalt gave devotions using Pathways to Faith as sixteen members offered project ideas for the year. Mrs. Everett Olson was named Christian growth chairman and a recad player for Sunday School was approved. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. Irwin Epperson and Mrs. Frank Sinclair. Dear Heloise tips follow about sewing bargains and eyeglass maintenance. Also included are reader letters and a wig drying hack.
Mrs. E Cornish spoke on current China using The United States and China by John King Fairbanks at Mrs. George Perry’s home. She described China’s recovery since the communist takeover, noting poverty, scarce work, and strain on public institutions. Mrs. Daisy Jordan told Kansas jokes and Mrs. Charles Rubew, president, led the business session.
Ten members and two leaders attended the Girl Scout Troop 33 gathering at the Lutheran church annex on Monday. Calendars were handed out, the October cleanup committee was named, and the Rosebunch patrol was appointed to handle October refreshments.
Sunflower Chapter 147, Order of the Eastern Star, observed Obligation Night with two candidates and a transfer. Guests included Mrs. Inez Bray and Mrs. Harriette Wasser. Charles Blanchard was recognized. Esther Percy remembered. Donations to Masonic Home and child day care. various friendship nights invited. Refreshments and harvest décor noted.
The Peace and Progress Extension Homemakers Unit met at Mrs. Marion Wwe’s home for a lesson titled Does it have antique value. Mrs. Bill Carter demonstrated antiques and explained their age value and making methods. Officers were retained for next year and plans were made for a November Thanksgiving dinner.
Three newborn boys are listed as new citizens. Joseph Lee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack M. Taylor of 131 253 Steuben, born October 13. Matthew Aaron, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Blecha of 920 S. Highland, born October 6. Charles Edward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Isle of R. 2, born October 9.
Tuesday listings show Ladies Day Golf at Chanute Country Club at 11 a.m. and many clubs meeting at diverse venues across Chanute including North Malcom Center and Masonic Temple. Notables include Rainbow for Girls at 6 30 p.m. and Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Tioga Hotel.
Martha Circle of the First United Methodist Church hosted a coffee in Westview Addition for Mrs Charles Bresnehen who is moving to Oklahoma City. Members sang songs including Auld Lang Syne and Let Me Call You Sweetheart. Mrs Charles Cox read a poem, gifts were presented, and two guests attended.
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