Bon Voyage Party for Mrs Johnson in Germany Visit
A Bon Voyage party hosted by Miss Jackie Johnson at Mrs J B Wiley home celebrated Mrs Johnson heading to visit her daughter Mrs Arnold Brown in Germany. White roses filled the living areas and the table centerpiece displayed miniature travel tokens and a glittering bottle. Confetti streamers and travel folders added festive detail as candles glowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold Brown
Germany
Jackie Johnson
J. B. Wiley
Wiley
Brady Whaley wedding plans announced
Miss Dolores Evelyn Brady and Robert B. Whaley have completed plans for their wedding set for June 6 at 2 30 p.m. at East End Methodist Church with Rev. J K Rodgers officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolores Evelyn Brady
Robert B. Whaley
East End Methodist Church
J. K. Rodgers
Tables Describe Iris Bloom Shoe and Pink Candle Plaque Display
On the enclosed porch two tables held notable centerpieces. One featured a Dutch wooden shoe containing bronze iris blooms and yellow candles. The other displayed a mirrored plaque with pale pink can dies tied with pale pink peony blossoms, a white slipper with pink rose buds, and Staffordshire dogs. Family and close friends attended.
Personal News From Snyder to Huntsville Social Scene
Mr and Mrs Raymond E Kelley of Snyder New York stayed with brothers Thomas J Kelley Jr en route home from Florida. Mr and Mrs Fred Cocke of Clarksdale Mississippi visit daughter Mrs Frank Richardson Jr and Mr Richardson. Hill Ferguson and John Smiley Key attend Young People's district meeting in Huntsville. Mrs R F South had surgery at University Hospital Birmingham. Mr and Mrs Ernie Blackwell moved to Fairway Drive. Mrs Paul Wolfer spends weekend in Judson for May Day with Pam Cartwright and Becky Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond E. Kelley
Snyder, N. Y
Mr. Kelley
Thomas J. Kelley Jr
Florida
Fred Cocke
Clarksdale
Miss
Frank Richardson Jr
Mr. Richardson
Hill Ferguson
John Smiley Key
Huntsville
Young People’s District
The
Episcopal Church
Mrs
Ernie Blackwell
Fairway Drive
Paul Wolfer
Judson
Pam Cartwright
Becky Jones
Lincoln's Commando review credits Cush ing as a vivid Civil War figure
Book review notes the biography centers on William Barker Cush ing, naval officer famed for sinking the Albemarle at Plymouth in 1864. It questions author contributions, yet praises Cush ing as a captivating subject worthy of a dedicated study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln’s Commando
Charles van Doren
Ralph Roske
Harper
Lincoln
van Doren
William Barker Cushing
United States Navy
Plymouth
N.C
Farragut
Porter
Foote
Roske
Marriage vows set for Burleson relative pair
Mrs. Douglas Burleson will be matron of honor and the bridegroom to be's father will be best man. Miss Brady is daughter of Mrs. Atchley Brady Gilbert of Decatur and Mr. Brady of California. Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Earl Whaley are parents of the groom to be. Engagement announced in 1955 before his Korea service. he has been released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas Burleson
Miss Brady
Atchley Brady Gilbert
Decatur
Brady
California
Sidney Earl Whaley
Mr. Whaley
U. S. Army
Korea
Parties For Go Visitor Mrs Jackson Edwards Honored
Visitor Mrs. Jackson Edwards of Atlanta with husband Mr. Edwards is visiting Dr. and Mrs. H. D. Greer. A series of small parties honors the honoree. Tuesday lunch hosts, Thursday lunch by Mrs. John Bragg, Friday lunch by Mrs. Garner Pride Mrs. George Wallace and Mrs. Elmer Loyd at Gold Dust. Saturday luncheon at Pride hosted by Mrs. Hubert Young.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Edwards
Atlanta
Edwards
H. D. Greer
John Bragg
Garner Pride
George Wallace
Elmer Loyd
Susan Speake to dance in Mary Baldwin May Day pageant
Staunton Virginia Mary Baldwin College will stage a Snow White themed May Day pageant on May 4 featuring Miss Susan Speake of Decatur among about 60 student participants. Dr Samuel R Spencer Jr will attend as guest and soon to be college president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staunton
Susan Speake
Decatur
Mary Baldwin College
Mary Beldwin College
Samuel R. Spencer, Jr
Davidson, N. C
Betsy Crawford Perry
Medical College of Virginia
Mary Baldwin
Rose Terrace
College
Spencer
Speake
Thomas Andrew Bowles
16Th Ave
Dessert Bridge Hosted By Mrs McRae And Mrs Stittason
Mrs Tommy McRae and Mrs Charles Stittason hosted a dessert bridge at Stittason’s home on Wednesday afternoon. Cut glass cruets held red verbena and tables displayed red roses and snapdragons in glass containers. Iris and honeysuckle filled the entrance hall as guests enjoyed strawberry shortcake and coffee. Winners were Mrs Tom Whitman high, Mrs Cole Young consolation, and Mrs Ellis Baggs bingo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy McRae
Charles Stittason
Tom Whitman
Cole Young
Ellis Baggs
Luncheon series hosted at The Oaks Mooresville by three hostesses
Mrs. Milton Yarbrough Mrs. Paul Robson and Mrs. B M Cornell host the week long luncheon series at The Oaks Mooresville. Peonies lilies and iris decorate in antique brass milk pans copper tankards and pewter containers. About 50 guests attend daily for the buffet lunches Wednesday Thursday and Friday with a coffee gathering Monday morning and afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton Yarbrough
Paul Robson
B. M. Cornell
Mooresville
Saturday Club Hosts Picnic Meeting Guests At Home
Calendar notes a 5 30 gathering at George Godwins for a picnic with husbands as guests. The Saturday Club meets Saturday at 2 30 at Mrs Reeves home with Mrs Cartwright as cohostess. Other items note global film industries and bird migration facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Godwins
W. P. Reeves
B. P. Cartwright
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mrs. Johnson
James H. Johnson
Switzerland
Mother’s Day
Ira’s Book & Gift Shop
E. Moulton Street
First Federal Savings and Loan
Association of Decatur
Second Ave
S.E
DAR
Noel Harris
Julian Harris
Miss Harris
God
D. C. Shaw
Stephens Chapter
the Lyons
Decatur High School
City Pork Flower Shop
Sears New Sale
Second Avenue
R. F. South
University Hospital
Birmingham
Book Review
Howard Johnson Greenhouse and Nursery
Moulton Road
E. Moulton
Cotillion Club
Coca Cola
Bee Line Highway
le Club Entre Meres
United States
Japan
India
Penney’s
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