Chatter Box Returns as Reader News and Cheers Rise
The column notes Dick and Jackie Packman returning from a Caribbean cruise to Hampton Virginia via the Blue Bonnet bowl trip planned for Houston. Ann Hoffhaus Crane earns Who’s Who recognition at Auburn active in multiple societies and leadership roles. The piece also comments on steel’s evolving role, canned goods moving to aluminum, and light social notes from readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our Valley Girls
Ann Hoffhaus Crane
Gene
Jack Hoffhauses
Hartselle
Auburn
Ann
Mortar Board
Alpha Delta Pi
Ala
Southern Education Assoc
Owens
Alpha Lambda Delta
Phi Kappa Phi
Granddaughter Pride Born to Anne and Allison Bailey
Maynard Layman and Peg celebrate a new granddaughter Eleanor Pride Bailey born to their daughter Anne and Allison Bailey. The baby will be called Pride, with Anne previously nicknamed Snooks and Fat Woman. Sally Barnum and Don Barnum return from their annual New England and Pennsylvania trip. they visited their daughter Sally Gerhardt and family in Moorestown, New Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard Layman
Peg
Maynard
Anne
Allison Bailey
Eleanor Pride
Pride
Snooks
Sally
Don Barnum
New England
Pennsylvania
Barney) Gerhardt
Moorestown
N. J
Local Candle Making Request and Regional Notes
A reader asks for a saved article on making wax candles for Mrs. J. L. Stewart Decature who leads a local group preparing crafts for Christmas. Marilyn Mc Luckie returns from a holiday with relatives, and Paul Davis reports winning a hair dryer on a Texas trip. Boeing 707 update mentions a new corrugated heel resistant aluminum floor material.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Stewart
Decature
Paul Davis
Texas
Alabama family notes blend with hair tint claim from Revlon
A column mixes social anecdotes from Alabama residents with a note on Revlon’s new temporary hair coloring. It covers visits to relatives, dental school milestones, a road incident near Posey’s Service Center, and plans around the Blue Bonnet Bowl and family gatherings.
Around the World in 80 Days Theme for Charity Ball
The Junior Service League plans its annual Charity Ball in February with costumes inspired by Around the World in 80 Days. Proceeds will benefit youth throughout the Decatur area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junior Service League
Decatur
Political Backfires Name of a New Cocktail
A quirky political themed cocktail headlines a local bar, inviting patrons to toast the latest meme inspired drink. The unnamed mix blends headlines and humor reflecting current affairs, drawing in curious crowds seeking a playful political twist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Tongue-Saving Trick for Sealing Christmas Cards
Mrs. Edward Norwood shares a simple method to seal envelopes without sticking tongues or fingers. The tip involves dampening the card edge lightly and pressing firmly to create a clean seal, a small seasonal convenience for busy households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Norwood
Paula Dean Designs Clothes For Larger Women To Wear
Paula Dean unveils holiday and resort ensembles aimed at fuller figures with half sizes from 12 1/2 to 22 1/2. She highlights tailored suits, belted dresses, and coordinated jackets in contemporary fabrics for travel and formal events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paula Dean
Lily Dache
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Fannie Richardson
Jackie Packman
Hampton
Boo
Val Stanley
Dolly
W. St. Journal
G. Norman Collie
What
Doreen
Walter
Hindle
Singer Sewing Center
Ender Sheger Sewing Machine Company
2Nd Ave. S.E. EL
Singer Mfg. CO
Decator
Buschs
2Nd Avenue S.E
Anu
CBS
Kyle—Sullivan
Second Ave
S.E
Marilyn
John Jr.) McLuckie
Tech
E. Krady
Pittsburgh
Wilmington
Asheville
N. C
Farm Journal
Ed Prices Jr
Memphis
Debbie
Melvin Hutsons
Florida
New Orleans
Barbara
Andrew) Elmer
U. of A. School of Dentistry
B’ham
H. M. Fuller
Centreville
Alabama
Mabel
John
Braggs
Shirley
Bob Donnelly
Beaumont
Dr. John
al Jones
Revlon
Frances
Julian Hirshfeld
Posey
Here
Highway
Margaret
Rubinstein
Julian
Hirshfelds
Carl Hoyer
Jane
Tom) White
Elizabeth
Leo) Wright
Millie
John) Bomar
Tuscaloosa
Marian Chandler
Nashville
Richard ‘Kinsolving
Marian
Cotillion
Shine
Judy Peebles
Bill McKenzies
Kelly Seibelses
B'ham
Walter Bryans
Sewanee
Bob Hunter Jr
Bob
Tommy Wallace
Johnny
Lucy
Col. Hall Crain
Gen
Harry W. Johnson
Ft. Monroe
Henderson’s
Pfaff
Atlanta
Margie
David White
Dot
Ed Blackburn
Franklin P. Jones
Sarevepost
Melmac
Pickens & Wright Hardware
Grant St. S.E
Atweys
Fiest OrVainly
Penney’s
Terry
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