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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1973
Page
3
Readable tips on staying cool and stylish during heat waves. Advice covers lightweight fabrics, breathable outfits, hydration, shade, and practical wardrobe choices for comfort and confidence in hot weather.
Tomorrow wishes go to Mrs. R L Murray Diane Holtman Mrs Bill Leonard Lisa Sanders Sarah Henley Brent Lane. Saturday greetings to Mrs Pearl Wrinkle John Cooper Edward Marrs Mrs Dora Stewart. Sunday salutes Mrs Mary E Howard Shawn Lynn Carr. Anniversary wishes to Mr and Mrs Johnnie LeCroy.
Mrs. Vivian Simmons of Texas A&M extols ruffles as feminine accents for summer wear. She details single versus double ruffle sewing methods, gathering steps, and ways to add fullness while advising longer cuts for sheer fabrics. A closing line notes Murfreesboro, Arkansas hosts North America’s only diamond mine.
Childress High School Class of 1963 held its 10th reunion at the Woman's Department Club with 45 attendees. The group planned a 1978 reunion, featured speeches by George Morey and Clarence Carter, and announced trophy exhibits, door prizes, and future events.
An advertised foot care product promotes rapid relief from itchy burning toes caused by mites. The quick-drying fungicide claims to quiet irritation in one hour and is marketed for sweaty and odorous feet with a discounted price offer.
Readers suggest turning scrap lumber into bookends knobs frames and easels. Harold could sell lathe produced knobs or craft custom sizes for furniture. A retiree uses scraps to make frames, easels for orphanages and rehab centers, sharing therapy value and appreciation.
A reader asks how to wash older aluminum siding to restore its shine after three years. The advice header also notes saving stale bread and cheese scraps for future use, promoting waste reduction and inexpensive cooking ideas.
Dear Polly invites readers to submit household ideas and pet peeves. The column cites concerns about sharp zippered-front baby pajamas and suggests seed-spreading hacks using pepper and salt shakers. Also notes a high pressure natural diamond formation fact and Disneyland versus Disney World size comparison.
Mrs. Fletcher Carter hosted the regular Tuesday meeting with 11 members present. Mrs. Madge Culberson led prayers and participated in a three part missions program with Mrs. Birdie Thomas and others. Mrs. Clyde Sherwood hosted another gathering with Miss Lula Mae Carter announcing a School of Missions in Abilene.
Texas A&M specialist Patricia A Bradshaw explains drawn window shades reduce cold or heat bounce and drafts, lowering energy use. The June is Window Shade Month program promotes energy savings year round by reducing cooling and heating losses. The note also cites the Amazon River drainage area of about 2 500 000 square miles.
Rusty Woods and Mrs. Woods hosted a Fair Park birthday party for their son Robert on his fourth birthday Monday with a Winnie the Pooh theme. Guests included John Tunnell Kristi Gentry Michelle Fisher Ty and Kelly Walker Robin and Amy Copeland Robbie Jones Melanie Long and Brent Foard. Attending parents and special relatives are listed among the guests.
Field and Stream magazine for June adds a centerfold featuring comedienne Phyllis Diller in a pose, sparking playful chatter from editors and readers. The stunt aims to mix humor with fishing lore, while news that no cancellation fears loom among traditional outdoorsmen.
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