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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1973
Page
2
A schedule of December church and community gatherings lists First Baptist and First Methodist parties and dinners, plus city club events. Highlights include Mary Martha Class and Rebekah Class parties, cantatas, caroling, and a Christmas Eve Holy Communion service at St. Luke's Episcopal.
Public notices issue birthday wishes for J. D. Michie Maggie Kate Alexander Buck Ward Michael Joe Hillem Mrs. Sam Lewellen Larry Bettis Cathy Lemen and upcoming greetings for Lewis Mullins Richard King Henry Webb. Anniversary wishes extend to Mr and Mrs J C Campsey.
A collection of handwritten Christmas requests from several children dated December 1973. And includes wishes for toys such as Nerfmobile, tricycle, Fisher Price items, record player, Barbie dolls, a bike, dishes, a checker game, a purse, and a table iron. Each letter asks Santa to bring specific items and mentions families and addresses.
This Week TODAY 1:30 6 30 p m BLOODMOBILE in Fair Park Auditorium 5 45 p m American Cancer Society in Gene Frisbie s office 7 p m City Council 7 30 p m Riding Club in hall Wednesday 12 p m Rotary Club in Retirement Club 2 p m Kirkland Creative Arts Club Thursday 12 p m Jaycees in Gay s Cafe 7 8 p m Bridal shower for Miss Shiry Manuel in Church of Christ annex 7 30 p m Genealogical Society in Library Saturday 12 30 p m World War I Veterans and Auxiliary in Veterans Building 7 9 p m Kirkland Baptist singing
A church Christmas party brought together class members and guests in the fellowship hall. Hosts were Mrs. Jarma Evans and Mrs. Joyce Cheatheam, with Mrs. Roy Swain giving the opening prayer and Joyce Cheatheam leading the closing prayer. Mrs. Joe S. Allen presented the story “A Shephard” to attendees. Names of attendees include Roy Swain Buck Nance Bufford Austin John Hamilton Pete Hester Glen Kidwell G. A. Williams Charlie Moore Weldon Lane June Stanford A J Rushing Gladys Stone and Florence Gallagher Eldee Martin Mattie Lucky.
The article notes carol singing is a popular Christmas custom worldwide with diverse practices. Italian carolers are accompanied by bagpipes though not in Scotland, English carolers receive gifts for their efforts, and in America gifts of refreshments are common. Star singers, named after their lighted star top poles, appear in many nations.
A description highlights rhinestone embellished hats with gem-studded feathers and a silver lame turban by Adolfo II. A white satin beret features a rhinestone headband and ostrich plume. A feather cap frames a print gown while Ms Boky wears pink-toned feathers by Jack McConnell.
In the Santa House workshop Juniperperper is assigned a toy fire engine build. He paints parts black, misplacing lights and wheels. Santa admonishes him, assigns skiing next, and hints the elf may struggle with tasks in the shop. Vivian Brown previews holiday beauty trends focusing on eyes and lips.
The article notes eggs provide a full nutrient mix at low cost and covers current meat prices with steady pork and high ham and sausage costs. It also covers fryer chickens ideal for freezing and produce price trends including higher kiln-dried sweet potatoes and a broad fruit and vegetable selection. It further shifts to beauty fashion tips, makeup trends, and Coty awards shaping holiday looks.
Announcement of the approaching marriage between Miss Helene Lois Holstead of Ruston Louisiana and James Howard Shaw of Fort Worth Texas. The wedding is set for December 29 at Ruston Trinity Methodist Church.
Mr and Mrs C T Montford of Route 1 Bridgeport Texas wed December 16 1923 in Garden Valley Childress County. They plan a 50th anniversary reception December 16 from 2 to 4 pm at the Alice Boat Forum building in Bridgeport hosted by daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs John Zarambo of Billings Montana.
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