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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1957
Page
2
The most luxurious winter robe offers warmth and elegance for a cozy evening. Made of woven washable oflow-fvlon, this heavenly soft robe features tailoring in dawn blue with matching blue satin trim for a refined look.
Glanel Webb was appointed temporary chairman of the Jan Knight H Club when members gathered at Barbara Sledge’s home Saturday afternoon. Miss Webb named a temporary secretary, Carolan now, and a temporary reporter, Suzy Wilson. Barbara Sledge conducted the meeting and demonstrated how to make a glazed Hungarian coffee cake. Present were Misses Judy Briley, Wilson, Webb, Cannon, visitor Carol Denny, and Miss Sledge.
The Burlington Veterans Association and Ladies Auxiliary honored Dr. J. W. Jernigan chief surgeon for the Fort Worth and Denver railroad shops of Childress at the annual Christmas dinner. The event featured a "This Is Your Life" tribute, readings, a mayoral acknowledgment, and gifts, with about 90 members and guests in attendance.
Mrs. E White delivered a Christmas Arts program for the Art Appreciation Club at the Yale social hosted by Mrs. Jesse Cannon and Mrs. Karl McMinn. Holiday decor graced the Cannon home with a red satin tea centerpiece and G C Fox presiding at coffee service. Guests included Mrs. Tom Huggins and others. members featured Mmes Adams Allen Bowers Cummings Daugherty Fox Krighaum McFerrin Rich Verner White and the hostesses.
The Junior Department of First Baptist Church hosted a Christmas party in the church parlor on Friday night. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Milton Howard led with helpers Miss Jean Havens and Mesdames Dan Jones C. E Richardson Jesse Priest Gene Dill. About 40 children attended as games and carols filled the evening, with Lottie Moon offering donations and sacks of nuts fruit and candy given after hot dogs and drinks.
Seventh and eighth grade Inter mediates of the First Methodist Church were entertained with a natique in the Church Parlor Friday night continuing the season’s holiday fetes. General chairman Mrs. Rollo Davidson led the event with MYF Sponsors Mr and Mrs John W. Hamilton assisting. Approximately 30 intermediates and guests attended the dinner and program featuring piano selections by Karen Trosper and Judy Rutledge, carols led by Davidson, and a talk on Keeping Christmas In Your Heart.
Diggs Music Studio hosted Junior Sherwood Music Club for an informal supper gathering Friday night. Miss Carrie Mae Diggs organized the event with seasonal décor and a large lace table setting centered by a red candle with gold stars. Gifts were exchanged after dinner among attendees Paulette Chewning Kay Ann Hatherly Judy Rutledge Sheila Davis Karen Trosper Donna Lewellen Julia Ann Stamps Pat Davenport Jennifer Johnston Joy Schaefer Donna Ruth Sanders and Jimmy Mitchell.
Mrs Ruth Robbins hosted an afternoon holiday tea for her piano pupils and their mothers at her home on Saturday. A large lighted Christmas tree drew attention as Miss Marsha Robbins helped with duties and refreshments. Attendees included Don Douglas Lyles Rhonda Burchett Vicky Lynn Stevens Perry Leon Stevens Judy Henderson Glenda Trolinder Nikkie Murphy Marilyn Robbins Clyda Keplinger Selinda Hamilton Cheryl Jones Judy Haun Vicky Hines Carolyn Landrum Rickie Turner Mary Turner Judy Wilson Carolyn Rae Mooney Pat Harmon and Paul Helfiderson.
A surprise house warming for Mrs Moll y Simpson was hosted Friday at her Northfield home by community friends. Attendees included Eunice McFall Fay Timmons Marie Cruse Siby Timmons Dena Me Bride Margie Cook Sue Court ney Fannie Bethany Wilma Thomas Greanette Thomas Pert Timmons Ruth McDonald May Hays Fay Davis Alta Elliot Pete Lypscomb Etta Moore Nel Vaughn Erma Vaughn Jackie Elliot Erline Elliot Gladys Tim mons and Geneva.
Minister Yuletide event at the Craigs home welcomed Church of Christ members and friends. Assistants included Mesdames Gage Jones Giles McClendon and King with guests signing the book and a decorated serving table. Over 100 friends visited from 2 to 4 30 PM during the Christmas season.
Members of the Matrons Fidelis class of First Baptist Church held their annual pre holiday social in the church parlor. Hostesses Mrs. Henry Green and Mrs. H. W. Epps decorated with a Yule motif. Gifts were exchanged, a Christmas story was read, a love offering collected, and $10 given to the Lottie Moon Christmas offering. Baskets were voted to aid two needy families. Present were Mmes. W. M. Allen, C. Le Bain, Bob Collins, J. H. De Armond, R. L. Hughes, I. M. Long, Mack Stephens, M. H. Turner, B. J. Teague, Vera Watson, Anna Silvey, Mamie Gault, the hostesses and guests.
Laur Kishbrough Eula Alexander Kathleen Marrs send birthday wishes to Landrum and Sav, with warm regards and hopeful notes noting the date and friendship. The message lists several well wishers and signs off with best wishes and love.
Wednesday listings show First Methodist Senior Department party at 7 pm in Fellowship Hall. Central Christian hosts Family Night and Primary Class Yuletide party at 7 pm. United Daughters of Confederacy hold a 2 30 p m Christmas party at Mrs W M Stiner’s home. First Baptist Gleaners Class Christmas party at Mrs Palmer Massey. Cee Wee Community Club party at 2 pm in club room. Junior Department of First Methodist Church also hosts a 7 pm party in Fellowship Hall.
The Business and Professional Women's Club held its Christmas luncheon in Gay's dining room with about 40 members and guest Mrs. Joe Allen. Miss Julia Ros introduced Mrs. Allen who shared "The Story of the Shepherd Who Didn't Go." Gifts were exchanged and plans were made for a basket project for a needy family.
The Chi Rho group directed by Ken Jones staged a seven scene Christmas play That's How It Happened A Long Time Ago in the church sanctuary with music by about 20 children. Carolyn Jarrell narrated, Terry Collins and Patsy Dishman sang solos, and a Santa gift moment followed in Friendship Square. About 150 members and guests attended with refreshments served by the Christian Womens Fellowship.
A festive Swirl Wrap Tie in pre shrunk Everglaze Cotton features an intricate interlacing with a contrasting color. Priced at $6.98, this charming functional fashion greets Christmas Day with versatile styling and gay abandon.
Mrs. Fred Hays formerly Wilma White received a miscellaneous bridal shower Friday at the home of Mrs. Lonnie Elkins. Autumn browns gold and yellow decor complemented the event with gifts logged in the bride’s book.
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