This Week In Childress Schedule of Local Meetings
A compact listing of daily civic meetings and club events in Childress. Includes showers for the Stanley Bell family at First Methodist Church, Rotary Union Flat HDC, Kirkland Creative Arts Club, Hospital Auxiliary, Kiwanis at Lee's Restaurant, Home Economics Club luncheon, Senior Citizens gathering, Genealogical Society, Tell HDC at Mrs. Merrell Conn, library bake sale, WWI Veterans luncheon, Church of Christ senior supper, Greenbelt School nursing capping, and Calvary Baptist events.
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Stanley Bell
First Methodist
Union
Rotary Club
Kirkland Creative Arts Club
Hospital
Kiwanis Club
Lee's
Pam
Glen Stiner
Mabel Hare
Genealogical Society
Veterans Building
Church of Christ
Fellowship Hall
Greenbelt School of Vocational Nursing
Crowell
Baptist Church
Calvary Baptist
Birthdays and Anniversaries List
Happy birthday to numerous locals including J. Johnson H. D. Wilson Velma Clements Mrs. Wilbur Don Williams Thomas Rutledge Virginia Lee Webb Mrs. Bob Jones and Cee Wee Brady Jones Benny Mullins Larry Jones. Anniversary greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Collins Betty Fern Durfey Martin Smith Mrs. Don Castleberry Co C Scott Mero and Mrs. W L Eikman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Johnson
H. D. Wilson
Velma Clements
Wilbur Don Williams Thomas Rutledge
Virginia Lee Webb
Bob Jones
Cee Wee
Brady Jones
Benny Mullins
Larry Jones
Tom Collins
Betty Fern Durfey Martin. Smith
Don Castleberry
C. Scott
Mero
W. L. Eikman
Evening accessories preview for holidays chic suedes and bags
A fashion note highlights black suede drawstring pouches and hammered metal collars, pendants, and wide cuffs with a Midas touch. Evening bags appear small yet stylish in satin peau de soie beads jersey or metallic finishes, with long straps for after dark elegance.
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Midas
Jersey
Peach price in ancient Rome rocks at four fifty each
Ancient Rome markets reportedly sold peaches for about four and a half denarii per fruit. The statement frames a high unit price for a single peach in classical times.
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Ancient
Rome
Polly's Problem and Dear Polly Columns
A compilation of reader queries and Polly's answers covers basement cement cleaning after a fire using water softening compounds and deodorants, fire odor remedies, safety tips for school buses repurposed for other uses, and guidance on electric appliance cord care, onion storage, and cardboard mulch for gardening with practical household details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
Mrs. Ver
Tony Dear
Dnp
Dear Pollys Insecticide Advice And Household Tips
Readers share solutions for ant infestations and pest control using boiling water and sunlit front lawns. A note suggests cornmeal for baby cards and a tape line to curb TV watching. Washing and sewing machine care tips are offered, including fabric under the presser foot and monthly oiling.
Realism drives Christmas toys says Toy Makers chief
David Miller of the Toy Manufacturers of America notes that toys reflect real life trends from TV heroes to news themes. He cites space toys, medical and fire related games, athletic dolls, and role play sets as the season's focus with guidance on age, interests, and learning value for informed purchases.
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New York
David Miller
Toy Manufacturers of America
Industry Association
Miller
Jacques Cousteau
Cousteau Society
America
U.S
TMA
Frightful Fashion Advice Stuns Holiday Guests
A sharp eyed writer critiques a risqué dressing tip aimed to amuse attendees at a festive gathering. The piece mocks the suggestion’s boldness and notes the response from readers and hosts who prefer more conventional evening wear.
Empire State Building Sways 2.97 Inches In 1936 Measurement
A 1936 record shows the Empire State Building reaching a maximum sway of 2.97 inches. Engineers noted the movement during wind tests and noted it as within expected tolerances for the era.
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Empire State Building
Baby's First Christmas Time with Gerber guidance
Gerber experts offer tips for celebrating a baby's first Christmas with simple shopping, organized gift lists, and child friendly decor. Keep visits brief, use a small tree, carry baby food and a spoon set, and consider convenient disposable nursing aids for on the go. Choose affordable, stylish baby outfits and ensure plenty of photos to treasure.
Boys fashion and gift ideas for the season
Suggests Western shirts with fancy yoke for boys as dressy casual wear. Recommends striped prints T shirts, jeans or cords, leather belts, and new duffle bags or bicycle backpacks for school and sport use.
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Hell
German Language Predominates in Austria Over 95 Percent
A report notes that German is the language used by more than 95 of every 100 Austrians, indicating near universal use in daily life.
E L Shorty Bass Celebrates 90th Birthday
E L Shorty Bass of Childress Retirement Club marked his 90th birthday with an informal party at the club attended by 36 residents.
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E. L
Shorty) Bass
Texas Pork Prices Drop Across Grocery Stores
Texas grocers report notably lower pork prices with bargains on shoulder and loin roasts and Boston butts. Texas A&M ranch prices cite low beef values in cuck roasts sirloin and ground beef. Fresh fruit and vegetables show discounts with plentiful oranges onions cabbage and carrots. Holiday cheese specials encourage make ahead snack ideas.
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College Station
Texas
Gwendolyne Clyatt
The Etymology of Companion Bread Bond
The word companion derives from Latin com meaning with and panis meaning bread. A companion is someone who eats with another person, sharing bread and company.
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Com
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Tell Hdc
Merrell Conn
Friends of Library
Old Preston Clothing
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Tcr
Dee
Elanore
Mera
Hess Me Ue
Te Msu CD Ae
Palazzo
Deena
John Kloss
Cira
Ralph Montenero
Blanche
General Electric Appliances
General Electric
Pele
Gerber Childcare
Vow
Peopl
Evtras
Babyero
Pheove
Shorty
Bass
Food Guide
Needle Point
Mildred
Knit N Shop
Doty
Datton
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