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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1955
Page
6
GAILE DUGAS NEA Women’s Editor notes resort collections emphasize a covered-up look with long sleeves in swimsuits and beach jackets with three-quarter sleeves. Dresses and separates feature slit skirts, detachable halter tops, and sunning friendly collars, using embroidered fabrics and bright printed cottons to match sun and sea.
Junior League presents Little Red Riding Hood at Tomlinson Elementary with Mrs. Arthur M Utley Jr in the title role. Two shows due to space, replications planned across multiple city schools with varied times and dates through the week including Johnson St Emma Blair Ray St Brentwood Cloverdale Oak Hill Ada Blair and Griffin for Negro students.
Mr and Mrs Perry McDowell announce the birth of a son Michael Gay on February 7 at High Point Hospital. Mrs McDowell is the former Ruth Elien Monroe of High Point. Mr and Mrs F L Webster announce the birth of a son William Stephen on February 6 at High Point Hospital. Mrs Webster is the former Mary Elizabeth Davis of Wilburn.
A son, Ricky Steven, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Efird of Route four High Point on February 3 at High Point Memorial Hospital.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Linthicum announce the birth of their son Terry Blaine Linthicum on February 3 at High Point Hospital.
Dr and Mrs C Hal Ingram announce the birth of daughter Margaret Mervine Ingram on February 4 at High Point Hospital. The family resides at 11065 Rotary Drive.
A daughter named Cheryl Ruth Caldwell was born to Mr and Mrs D F Caldwell at the local hospital on February 5. The family resides at 1001 Charlotte Street.
Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Lowder of 1246 4 S. Main St. announce the birth of a son, Stephen Wayne, on February 5 at the local hospital.
A daughter named Rayma Lynn Bray was born to Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bray Jr. at High Point Hospital on February 5. The family resides at 2003 Edgewood Ave.
Mr and Mrs Martin Doll of Oak View Road announce the birth of a daughter Genevieve Mary on February 5 at High Point Memorial Hospital.
Mr and Mrs Carter Lassiter of 1305 E Farriss Ave announce the birth of son Ronald Clark on February 4 at High Point Hospital. The mother is formerly Rich of High Point.
Miss Sue Murray of Staley was honored with a miscellaneous bridal shower hosted by Mrs. Don Embler Mrs. Fred Campbell and Mrs. Harold Gib on Saturday at Borden's Gold. Guests numbered 18 with prizes won by Mrs. W L Campbell Mona Koury and Frances Clifton. A later courtesy shower with 20 guests followed at the honoree’s home. Murray will wed Feb 19 at the First Methodist Church in Liberty to David A Embler.
Area honoring four new faculty members at High Point College took place Sunday afternoon from 3 to 4 30. The honorees were Miss Evelyn Brignall Dr Leopold Hays Robert E McDonald and Thelma Wolf Jr. Guests greeted at the door by Miss Winnie Luffman and welcomed by Dr and Mrs Dennis Cooke Mrs Lois Livingston and the new faculty. Attendees were invited into the dining room served cherry punch and cakes with a Valentine motif.
The B Sharp Music Club met with Joyce Groome as program host and presented What Is Is Jazz revealing jazz history. A round table on origins and Jazz Swing artists was led by Mrs Nelson McCoss with members joining. Glenn Miller recordings illustrated points before dancing and Valentine motif refreshments. Libby Greenberg presided at the business meeting.
Prospective student nurses are invited to an open house at High Point Memorial Hospital and the Nurses Dormitory on Boulevard. Student nurses will host and guide visiting girls through dormitory facilities and hospital departments. Refreshments are provided by the Women’s Guild and Medical Auxiliary. coordinator is Miss Anna Shupp.
Members of the Woman's Guild of High Point Memorial Hospital are reminded of a meeting tomorrow afternoon at four o'clock at the Nurses' Home on Boulevard. Important business will be transacted and full attendance is urged by officials.
The Tomlinson School PTA meeting is moved from 7 30 to 8 00 PM to avoid a teachers meeting conflict. A PTA council meeting is set for 7 30 PM Thursday night.
The Oak Hill Parent-Teacher Association hosts a Cake Walk Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the school. Prizes go to best man’s cake best lady’s cake and best student’s cake. Proceeds fund school projects. Two tone frosting decorates cakes with a contrasting frosting spooned into a paper cornucopia for topping.
Mrs. Z. P. Long hosts the Green Acre Garden Club at 512 E. Farriss Ave. Wednesday at 8 p.m. Guest David Mervine will speak on Roses.
The High Point Cosmetologists will not meet Tuesday evening as planned. The meeting is rescheduled for February 15 at the home of Mrs. Peggy Hayworth located at 2407 East Lexington Avenue.
Hollywood reports the engagement for Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher culminates in a June 17 wedding date. The event may occur in California with Joyce Reynolds as matron of honor and Milton Blackstone as best man.
A practical guide suggests rearranging the linen closet to prevent wear on fibers. Fold sheets into pillowcase bundles and separate tablecloths by different sizes to avoid consistent creasing in the same locations.
Listed activities include DAR chapter at Mrs. Hayden home 400 Washington Street with Dr. J B Carrick as guest speaker. Altrusa dinner at Sheraton Hotel. Ladies Army to Post 1960 VFW at Junior Order Hall. Bird Club at 905 Johnson Street. Eastern Star regular session. Miller-Willard wedding party hosted by Mrs. Kenneth Irvin. Junior League meeting at YWCA with Bond issue speaker. Multiple Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday gatherings across High Point including garden clubs, garden tours, lunch clubs, and wedding rehearsals and ceremony at various local venues. Major events feature weddings and notable speakers across civic and social groups.
Mrs Inez Esom of 610 Woodbury Ave remains a patient at High Point Memorial Hospital after a week of treatment. She entered last Wednesday and is improving, able to see visitors. Mrs Raymond Walbert of Hardie Apartments is improving at home after ten days of illness.
Mesdames Lawrence Lewallen and E R Lewallen hosted a party at Mrs W C Jester's home on High Point Route 1 to honor bride elect Patsy Handy. The shower featured lingerie gifts, bridal decor, and a game centered program with refreshments and heart themed cakes. Patsy Handy is to wed Jimmy Ray Lewallen at Conrad Memorial Baptist Church at 7 30 Saturday evening.
The Stephens Bible Study Class will meet with Miss Mary Childress in the William and Mary Apartments tomorrow at three in the afternoon, it was announced.
The YMCA announces a busy Tuesday with classes for children and adults including 1st through 12th grade Y-Teens and multiple swimming sessions at 4 pm 4 45 pm 7 pm and 7 30 pm. A 6 pm Health Education supper and various club meetings are listed along with board and finance committee gatherings.
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