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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1973
Page
3
A collage of readers propose tips on detangling yarn decorations for ponytails, improving garment button provisions, odor control for mattresses, repairing chipped enamel roasters, silverfish prevention, scratch removal on plastic watch faces, and practical kitchen hanging boards plus shoe choices for better foot support.
This Week listing shows a Genealogical Society workshop at the Library on Tuesday at 7 30 p m. Parkview Baptist Men's Fellowship Friday at 7 30 p m. The Seal Family reunion runs from Saturday 9 a m through Sunday at Community House Fair Park. Sunday 2 30 p m Mixed League bowling organizational meeting at the local lanes.
Happy birthday greetings are noted for Leslie Brummett A V McFarland Mrs Gus Leftwich Mrs A E Stephens Dennis Moore Robin Shanks Mrs Glen Crossman Mrs Paul Rogers Elesabeth Kitchens on Saturday and Mrs Maude Farr Mickey Lambert Russell Schaefer Christine Simmons Lizan Garrison Jimmy Don Greer along with anniversaries for Mr and Mrs Harley White 61st and Mr and Mrs Terry Martin. Also Sunday observances for Donald Ray Key and others.
Ron Jones and Paula Powers were married July 28 in a rose garden ceremony at Memorial Park Amarillo officiated by Rev. N. C. Thomas of Polk Street United Methodist Church. Parents are Mr. and Mrs. Guy Jones and Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Powers of Childress. The couple planned a Dallas Fort Worth area honeymoon and visited parents in Childress where Powers granddaughter Jennifer stayed with grandparents.
The Conway family reunion gathered at 703 Ave. A Northeast over the weekend. Attendees included W. B. Conway and family from Childress, David Conway from Gorman, Ida Jones of Wagner Oklahoma, Johnny Freeman and son from Tulsa, and others from Roscoe Lefors and nearby areas.
At the MFA fall winter preview in Spring Lake New Jersey designers showcased a versatile total wardrobe for men. Emphasis on the total image with natural shoulders double breasted options and varied vests. Rich colors plaids and new coat lengths defined the season with hats and caps restoring a complete look.
Mrs. C. M. Horton was honored on her 84th birthday, August 14, at a party hosted by her daughter Mrs. T. A. Riddell. Guests including Eula Seal and Jill Tobias brought gifts while cards and photos were exchanged, refreshments served.
Mr and Mrs A J Johnson Sr marked a Golden Anniversary with a Sunday reception at their home 500 Avenue D Northwest attended by 150 guests. Their family hosted, including children and spouses from Amarillo and Tell Community, with a photograph album detailing 50 years of marriage. Out of town attendees came from Irving Portales Lockney Vernon and other nearby towns.
The first Ferris wheel built by Pittsburgh engineer George Washington Gale Ferris carried 40 riders to a car during the 1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition.
Capt and Mrs Pat Rhodes announce the birth of son Patrick Jayson at 7 24 p m in Big Spring hospital. The infant weighed six pounds 14 and a half ounces at birth. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Don Monson of Cee Wee and Mr and Mrs Rhodes of Victoria. Great grandmother is Mrs E R Monson of Cee Wee.
Stevan Keys celebrated his fifth birthday with a party August 17 at his parents home Mr and Mrs Gene Keys. A fishing themed cake, punch, and headed pencil favors accompanied generous gifts. Attendees included Mrs Lynda Grimes and a group of relatives and friends. special guests were Mrs Jack Tutor and Brent and Misty Keys.
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