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Newspaper

Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1961

Page

9

Social Calendar from First Baptist and Methodist Circles

Tuesday WMU of First Baptist in Somes at 9 30 a m Tennison Circle house of Mrs W J Hembree Progressive Mothers HDC Circles of First Methodist at homes 3 p m Palmer Mrs George Palmer Murray Mrs Allen Murray Sherwood Mrs Clyde Sherwood Cates Mrs Charles Dorsey Preston Circle Central Christian with Mrs Howard Preston for installation of officers 7 p m Wednesday Starkey Circle coffee at home of Mrs Gene Blackwell 9 a m Thursday CYW HDC 2 p m South Childress HDC with Mrs M A Cooper 2 30 p m Wesleyan Service Guild in church parlor 7 30 p m Friday High Point HDC 2 p m

First Baptist Tennison W. J. Hembree First Methodist Palmer George Palmer Murray Allen Murray Sherwood Clyde Sherwood Cates Charles Dorsey Preston Central Christian Howard Preston South Childress M. A. Cooper Wesleyan Service Guild High Point

Women's Rights Topic For Talk By Mrs Cross

Mrs W M Cross of the South Childress Home Demonstration Club spoke on Women's Rights in Texas at Union Flat HDC. Mrs W E Rule co hosted, with devotional by Mrs Lora Heckathorne and social hour refreshments by Mrs J C Terrell.

W. M. Cross South Childress Home Mesdomes Co J. Cheatheam H.W. Eps E. J. Hassell L. H. Holtman M E. Jones R. O. Law A.V. Mote N. D. Rogers B. J . Teague Frank West Fred West Mesdames H. DeArmond Hugh Stepp A. E. Motes J. E. Begley Lowell Dement W. T. Goodson T. J. Norman Earl Blakley H. E. McClure Bertha Johnson Jean Cheatheam Kathy Motes

Birthday wishes to Joan Dahil Tanner and others

A list of birthday greetings for Joan Dahil Tanner Mrs. R. H. Pieratt and several others including Mrs. Lonnie Garrison Clarence Carter Jr Mrs. Wade McConnell John Hamilton Ellen Wasson Barbara Wasson Mrs. John Ballew and Mrs. Clara Beth Adams.

Joan Dahil Tanner R. H. Pieratt Lonnie Garrison Clarence Carter, Jr Wade McConnell John Hamilton Ellen Wasson Barbara Wasson John Ballew Clara Beth Adams

Easy Southern Fried Okra

Easy to make southern fried okra recipe from UPI. Wash and drain 1 pound okra, slice, coat with egg and corn meal mix, and fry in butter until golden brown. Turn to cook all sides then cover and finish on very low heat.

New York UPI

Devoll Davenport wed in Quanah home ceremony

Miss Carolyn Gay Devoll and Hugh Michael Davenport married in a single ring ceremony June 1 at the home of Rev. W. F. Norman in Quanah. Bride from Wellington and Dallas families, groom from Childress. they plan to live in Canyon for college.

Carolyn Gay Devoll Hugh Michael Davenport Quanah W. F E. Norman First Baptist Church Kenneth Poteet Wellington A. Devoll Dallas Lyman Davenport Childress Mary Margaret Brummett Glen Sanders Davenport Wellington High School Childress High School Canyon West Texas State Canyon High School

Mrs Stillwell Presents Slow Down and Live Program

Mrs C F Stillwell led a Slow Down and Live program at North Childress Home Demonstration Club in Mrs FE Beaver home. Co hosts were Mrs Forrest Jones Mrs Paul Pyle and Mrs Stillwell with business notes by Jones. Members discussed yearbooks and Sherry Snyder Barbara Sledge gifts. Roy Williamson gets well wishes.

C. F. Stillwell North Childress Home FE. A. Beaver Mrs. Pyle Virgil Brewer V. A. McCoy Ss. E. Temple

Americans Could Eat To Poor Health

Nutrition experts warn Americans face poor health from bad eating. Dr. Goodhart says teenage girls are often poorly nourished and at risk for motherhood, while overnutrition and indulgence affect middle-aged adults. Experts blame ignorance discipline and fashion pressures for bad diets.

New York UPI Robert S. Goodhart National Vitamin Foundation Atlantic City N. J U. S Willard J. Jacobson Columbia University James M. Hundley National Institutes of Health Goodhart

Easy Chocolate Coated Cereal Candy for Kids

UPI reports a simple treat for children. Melt six ounce chocolate chips over hot water and mix in puffed rice. Coat kernels and drop by teaspoon onto a greased sheet. Chill in refrigerator to set.

New York UPI

Craft Day For Tell HDC Held In Burton Home

Members of the Tell Home Demonstration Club met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. Hall Burton's home. Mrs. Virgil Gambel presided, reporting on the County Council and donations by members. Devotional by Mrs. Burton. recreation led by Mrs. Dan Atkinson. refreshments served to members and visitors Jeffery and Stephen Smith and Terry and Gary Conn.

Tell Home Demonstration Club Hall Burton Virgil Gambel Jim Phillips Murray Sanders Luke Burton Dan Atkinson Dames A. M. Brynes Gus Woods Zeb Lathram M. H Conn Charlie Whitten Bear Smith Roy Wygal Lonnie Phillips Aubery Testerman Jeffery Stephen Smith Terry Gary Conn

Teresa Story Honored At Baby Shower

Teresa Faye Story infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R A Story was honored at a baby shower in the First Baptist Fellowship Hall. Guests registered, gifts opened by the mother with help from grandmother Mrs. Sid Keeton. program featured a poem Is There A Baby in the House and songs The Cradle Song. About 25 guests attended.

Teresa Faye Story R.A. Story Fellowship Hall First Baptist Church FE. D. Etheredge Don Maddin Lawerence Lamb Aston Richardson C. B. Nobles

Shortcake Shortcut for Strawberry Cake

A quick method uses a coffee cake mix baked per directions with cinnamon topping saved for later. Cool the cake, split it, fill with sweetened strawberries, and top with berries and whipped cream.

New York UPI

Ironing on Reverse Monograms for Linen Linens

Ironing monograms on the wrong side of linens with the design faced down on a thick Turkish towel helps prevent imprinting on the surface while preserving the design.

Frustrated Reader Rants About Index Errors and School Views

A long self defense on editing quirks in the Index with digs at grammar and name spellings. The writer swivels to praise teachers, criticize student attitudes, and advocate strong American civics and history instruction.

Pink and Blue Shower Honors Mrs McClain

Mrs Jimmie McClain was honored with a pink and blue shower at First Baptist Church in Kirkland. Guests registered by Mrs Jerry McClain as Mrs Murray Cartlidge and Mrs Earl Cook served punch. gifts were opened with assistance from Mrs Margie McClain and Mrs Grover Sides. Hostess gifts included a baby blanket diapers a baby book and lingerie for the honoree.

Kirkland Jimmie McClain First Baptist Church Jerry McClain Murray Cartlidge Earl Cook Vernon Key McClain Margie McClain Grover Sides Mesdames C. O. West Dee Pickrel W. R. Jarrell W. P. Close Larry Locket L. V. Royal A. V. King Jr Clyde Nippert Hubert Cochran W. B. Thomas Cartlidge Key and Cook

Kosher Tongue Additions Boost Picnic Menu

A New York food maker adds prepackaged sliced tongue to his line for picnic season. The product can be served hot or cold, heat by dropping the sealed bag into boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes.

New York UPI

Visiting relatives and friends span several states

Special Correspondent Mrs. Dama Ritchardson of Childress visited in the home of her daughter and son in law, Tom and Mrs. Goff. Several former Tell residents, Bill Orsborn and W. C. of Canyon, came by, and families from Kansas City, Abilene, Cleveland, Houston, and Virginia joined gatherings at various homes. Oscar Glover recovers at home after a hospital stay. the Ellises and Millsaps are tied to Cleveland Play House and local families share updates.

Odom Hospital Memphis Janice Bannon Diane Abilene L. W. Cato T. A. Adkisson Virginia J. D. Adkisson J .A . Stinnet Kansas City Glenn Stinnetts Oscar Glover Childress General Hospital Max Ellis Cleveland Ohio Leon Millsap Houston H. B. Rhodes Etlis

Teens should win occasional arguments with parents

The piece questions the idea that teens must win monthly arguments to boost self esteem. It notes parents rarely win disagreements and mocks experts who claim teens need such wins for morale. It argues parents often resist conflict and highlights common teen lines.

Assa Sis Junior

First Baptist Intermediate Girls to Camp in Vernon

First Baptist Intermediate GA girls from the church leave at 8 a.m. Monday for a Vernon camp. Rev. Neal Jones will preach, with Mrs. N. H. Eudaly of El Paso as missionary and Mrs. Olin Lockett as director. Camp ends at noon Thursday. all intermediate girls urged to attend.

First Baptist Church Vernon Neal Jones N. H. Eudaly el Paso Olin Lockett

Stand on Foam Pad to Ease Ironing Work

A tip suggests standing on a padded throw rug with foam underlayer to reduce fatigue while ironing. The method promises quicker, easier crease removal as you tackle laundry.

Summer Repertory Company Heads to Chautauqua New York

The group performs in a seven week summer engagement at Chautauqua New York with Mrs Millsap accompanying the company to New York for the tour.

Chatauqua New York

4-H Clubs North Childress Report on State Meeting

Barbara Sledge reported on the 4-H State meeting at A and M during the North Childress 4-H Club gathering in the courthouse. Junior leader Paula Shaw spoke on last week's Buffalo Gap training camp. Charlotte Czewski led the meeting with a song. A Wiener roast was planned for July 6 at Fair Park with families invited to attend and bring refreshments. Attending were Linda Coyle Marcus and Phillis McEndree members, visitors Brenda Brewer Karen McEndree Sandra Taylor and leaders Mrs Walter McEndree Mrs C E Sledge and HD Agent Mrs Mary Scott.

Barbara Sledge A&m North Childress Court House Paula Shaw Buffalo Gap Charlotte Czewski Pat McGaugh Nancy Bohannon Ann Brewer Fair Park Linda Coyle Marcus Phillis McEndree Brenda Brewer Karen McEndree Sandra Taylor Walter McEndree C. E. Sledge Mary Scott

Panama hat trend from Civil War legend sparks Southern style

The legend of a Louisiana officer receiving a Panama hat from New Orleans helps explain why Southern gentlemen adopted the hat. In 1961 fashion, London houses show curves and waistlines, jackets curve, skirts flare, and day dresses drop waists. Vacation packing tips advise dressing attractively for activities while traveling light.

United Press International Tennessee New Orleans South London

Correctly sizing and trying on clothes for proper fit

Readers are advised to check waist, shoulders, and alignment for a smooth, comfortable fit. A New England figure supports innovations in sports and apparel circa 1961, highlighting Seagoing jackets from a Massachusetts firm known for oil slickers.

New England Cape Annis Seaw Massachusetts

Safety Tip: Lift Pot Lid From the Far Side

When removing a boiling pot lid lift the far side first to avoid steam burns to the face. The guideline emphasizes cautious steam exposure and hot surface awareness during cooking.

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Starkey Circle Mrs Gene Blackwell Mrs. Cross Carolyn Devoll Mike Davenport Mrs. Stillwell Teresa Story Index Booboos Vera Swafford Grammer Vikki Court Lilly Texas Kansas Kranz Germany Allen Jess Mills Steed U.S America Mrs. McClain Tom Goff
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