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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1960
Page
8
United Press International notes footwear advances include rubber in soles for cushioning callus areas and air foam cushioning for walking and high style shoes. Laundry basket designs save space, and a hose attached cleanup brush aids outdoor cleaning. Closets gain small washable bags with varied materials and brass hangers.
Weekend guests included grandchildren Donna Diana and Morris Timmons of Estelline and Laura Brannda Rex Timmons of Childress. Many relatives from Amarillo Childress Matador Plainview Odessa Arlington Estelline and Plainview gathered for Thanksgiving and visits at the Bethany Davis Ballard Cook and Timmons homes.
The Community Club of Kirkland will hold a 42 party at 7 30 p m Saturday December 3 in the gymnasium. A small playing fee will be charged and pie and coffee will be served. Proceeds fund the gym insurance premium.
Epiphany on January 6 marks Spain's Christmas climax the Dia de los Reyes Magos. Children set shoes with straw for the Kings horses and wake to find gifts the next day. Christmas Day gifts are rare though money gifts honor service workers.
Washington reporting on the U S Court of Claims fall session notes the court aims to right financial wrongs against the government. It highlights judges and cases from 1924 to a Korean War era POW pay dispute and explains the courts role in property takings and government obligations.
Commerce Department data show October factory sales down to a year low with new orders off by 1.1 billion and inventories also shrinking. Officials attribute the decline to a temporary drop in Defense Department contracting for aircraft missiles and electronic equipment.
UPI reports a month long summit of world Communist leaders may conclude Friday with a communiqué expected next week.
Dudley Bloom of Amsco Toys says firms shrink products to build a brand image among children. Companies offer miniature versions of toiletries foods and cleansers as free or below cost samples and to launch new lines. Everett Bond of Chap Stick Co. notes cosmetics and toothpaste miniatures are common promotional tools this year.
President Eisenhower told reporters on Tuesday that he would like to visit New Zealand after leaving the White House. He said a trip would be a source of happiness to him and Mrs. Eisenhower in response to an invitation from Prime Minister Walter Nash.
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