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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1963
Page
7
College girl fall needs get a stylish update with co-ordinate outfits. Jumpers return in tartans paired with sweaters, plaid skirts with suspendered flair, fur blends with mock turtle necks, and Shetland cardigans. Corduroy and leather pieces mix with tailored pants and skirts.
Mrs. Berta Holland honored her daughter-in-law Mrs. Harry Holland of Pittsburgh with a coffee at the Holland home. The table featured crystal appointments, a cutwork cloth, and yellow roses center stage. Attending were Misses Carolyn and Ronna Mooney and assistants Juanita Bartlett and Charlotte Mooney.
Two Cardwell line families attended a recent reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Cardwell in Memphis. Attendees included Myrt le James and Joyce, and George Walkup with Debbie. Relatives came from Midland Waco Memphis Turkey and Wheatland Calif. Debbie Walkup is the Cardwells’ only great granddaughter.
The schedule lists First Baptist worker conference at 6 p.m. on Monday and WMU CWF luncheon at noon, WSCS meetings at 2:30 and 3 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary session at 7:30, Tuesday events at Central Christian, Wednesday official board at First Methodist and Ladies Prayer Groups, Thursday noon club at Greenbelt Lanes Cafe.
Shellac cracks used to repair small cracks in picture frames. Heat the shellac and apply like sealing wax. can also use gold or silver for decorative repairs.
The CWF hosts a 12 noon luncheon on Tue Sept 1 with speakers Mines, Charlie Brown, J J Roan and Dan Craig. Mrs George Barry presents Move We On Trether and Mrs Kenneth Artis leads worship. September project asks for Juliette Fowler Home school supplies. Registration $3.50 due Sept 18.
Mrs. Sam Carmack, president, announced a 9 30 a m Wednesday executive meeting at the club building for all presidents and committee chairmen to attend.
When furniture leaves crushed spots on carpet, use a steam or hot iron with a damp cloth. Steam the marked areas without pressing, then brush the pile gently to lift fibers and restore texture.
Shine through the season as satin boots with beads and lace pair with formal attire. Pastel leathers elevate indoor events, proving boots are not just for storms.
Rev Calvin Nevels led a mission study from Life of Annie Armstrong at the WMU’s last church meeting. Mrs Charley Whitten gave the opening prayer and Rev Nevels offered the closing prayer. Attendees included Mmes Ernest Rea C G White John Browning Nevels and Misses Aubry Testerman Darlene Whitten.
Homemaking becomes a creative process when a woman imagines the home she wants and constructs it step by step. Self expression makes furnishing and entertaining enjoyable rather than chores. Aimed at making housework efficient, it argues homemaking can be a fulfilling career if guided by family needs.
Encyclopedia Americana notes that up to about a century ago many Americans believed the tomato to be poisonous, a superstition that faded as culinary use spread.
Practical home tips cover food storage leftovers in cold water refrigeration three days and freezing in wide topped containers. Gardening advice includes pruning roses after new shoots appear, not pruning climbers until after blooming, and fencing gardens against rabbits with poultry wire.
A barrel of oil is stated to contain energy equal to six thousand cubic feet of natural gas. The comparison highlights equivalent heat content used in energy accounting.
The 1963 64 Wo man s Department Club year begins September 11 with an official visit by Santa Rosa District President Mrs Grover C Johnson of Wichita Falls The event includes a tea with piano background by Mrs Tom Hardin and welcomes the membership Speakers include Mrs Johnson introduced by Mrs Morris Higley Business session led by Mrs Carmack Federation report by Mrs Sherwood Executive meetings set for 9 30 a m first Wednesday monthly Awaiting forthcoming district workshops conventions in Quanah Burkburnett Wichita Falls Austin Houston and other locales urging attendance by Childress Federated clubwomen
United Press International lists the nations top tunes with the Angels lead ing My Boy Friends Back. Allan Sherman drops to second with Hello Muddah Hello Fad dah as camp season ends. Bobby Vinton’s Blue Velvet rises to third. top ten also includes More Kai Winding If I Had a Hammer Trini Lopez Candy Girl Four Seasons Heat Wave Martha and the Vandellas Blowin in the Wind Peter Paul and Mary Denise Randy and the Rainbows Mockingbird Inez Foxx.
A half cup of plain boiled potatoes contains 45 calories. the total meal impact depends on toppings and accompaniments. The line hints at choosing higher or lower calorie extras to shape the dish’s overall energy.
Ed Sulli van's Sylvan Productions outlines new programs including Loveable Louie a chimp comedy The Whip a drama about a state senator The Twentieth Volunteers a volunteer fire department comedy and documentaries The Ganges Orient Express American Carnival and Our Man on the Mississippi NBC and CBS plan specials Celebrity Tennis Party features leading players and Hollywood stars plus ABCs Challenge Golf teams Arnold Palmer and Gary Player with color telecast Jan 11 and 13 matches.
A breezy column surveys community buzz from schools and parent groups to business worries in Childress. It mentions civic matters like Greenbelt Water ballots, local preservation ideas, family news, and several residents’ travels and moves, ending with September wishes.
New Mrs. Charles Crouch formerly Arvazene Whitten was honored with a bridal shower hosted at Tell by Mrs. W. D. McDonald. Guests registered in the bride’s book and gifts included cooking ware from the hostesses. Relatives assisted in opening presents as punch and floral table decor were enjoyed.
A leading American designer unveiled his fall and winter collection featuring a Russian sable jump suit, highlighting premium fur as the centerpiece of high fashion. The bold, at-home wear statement reflects luxury tailoring and seasonal style.
A regional meeting of Episcopal women will be held September 17 at St. Peter's Church Amarillo with Holy Communion at 9 a.m. and a day of business. Panel discussions follow, luncheon to close. All women of St. Luke's Childress invited to attend and meet Northwest Texas Diocese officers. Contact Mrs. Morris Higley for reservations. Moderator Mrs. Mozelle Scarbrough. speakers include Fannie Bess Sivalls Virginia Barrett Doris Porter and June Bowen from the diocese.
Tomorrow brings greetings to Mrs. T. B Pryor John Collins Howard Andrews Bryan Williams Troy Wilson Dan Mitchell and Mrs. Y. B Merrell A M Norrell for their birthday celebrations in the town.
Fresh guidance says remove wrapping and store lamb loosely covered in the coldest fridge area for best freshness. Do not use moisture absorbing packaging.
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