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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1945

Page

6

Legion Auxiliary Elects Delegates for Raleigh Meeting

Eighteen members attended the Legion Auxiliary regular meeting at President Mrs. L. R. Pen home. Delegates to the department meeting in Raleigh August 26 were named with several members chosen as alternates. The program highlighted a Girls' State report by Doris Ormond Virginia Forward and Eldora Haworth, with Haworth noted as chief justice of the mock Supreme Court. Social hour followed with refreshments as associate hostesses assisted.

Ion Auxiliary L. R. Penand Tes Mesdames Leigh Har L. R. Peacock A. B. Dykes W. Williams Oscar Smith J. King RL. Waynick Res W. J. Bennett George R C. B

Miss Idol Discusses Pyle and War at YWCA Luncheon

At the June YWCA membership luncheon in Adams Memorial building Miss Vera Idol spoke on Ernie Pyle and the war in Europe. She praised Pyle as a humane journalist who lived with G I s and cited Brave Men, noting the nation’s debt to him.

Pyle Miss Idol YWCA Y.W.C.A Adams Memorial Building Vera Idol Atto Ernie G.i.s

Wayside Garden Club Holds Indoor Picnic At Hayden Home

About fifty members and their husbands gathered at Mrs. J. F. Hayden's 400 Washington Street in Erie to enjoy the Wayside Garden club annual picnic. Rain forced indoors with a bower of cut flowers, red rose centerpiece, and a bountiful supper served at six thirty. Mrs. Chester Haworth presides as the club plans to resume meetings next fall.

Wayside Garden Club Hayden Chester Haworth

Mrs. McCarters Pupils Stage Spring Piano Recital

The piano pupils of Mrs. McCarter held a spring recital at home Tuesday evening. The students presented pieces with clear tone and confident interpretation while demonstrating early technical proficiency. Jane Roach earned praise for the year’s most progress and Sandra Witchell and Hester were commended for their efforts.

Tau Phi Lambda Meeting Tonight

The Theta Kappa chapter of Tau Phi Lambda sorority will meet this evening at eight o'clock in the W.O.W. hall at East Washington and Wrenn streets. All members are urged to attend to practice and note a change in the meeting date to Thursday.

Theta Kappa Tau Phi Lambda Sorority W.O.W. Hall East Washington and Wrenna Streets Archdale Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of Girl Scout

Mrs Cates Honored at Mrs C A McCain Shower

Mrs Cates formerly Miss Colleen Teague was honored at a party and miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs C A McCain at 1115 Tipton Pig. Fifteen guests enjoyed games and contests with prizes to Mrs Clyde Pearson and Mrs L C Morgan and a selection of gifts for the honoree. An ice course followed the event.

C. A. McCain Tiptor Pig Car] Cates Colleen Teague Clyde Pearson L. C. Morgan

Ladies Bridge Winners Named at Emerywood Club

Mesdames P. Y. Adams and O. Cc. Durland led North-South scores in the Emerywood country club ladies bridge plate event held at the clubhouse yesterday with Mrs. C. G. Mackintosh as hostess. East-West top scorers were Mesdames Harold Bennett and Laurance Ingram, with runners-up including Mesdames J. W. Ayres and W. P. Hazelwood and Mesdames C. T. Ingram and E. T Howard. A luncheon followed as reservations were honored.

P. Y. Adams O. Cc. Durland Emerywood Country Club C. G. Mackintosh Mesdames Harold Bennett Laurance Ingram J. W. Ayres W. P. Hazelwood

Chi-Ches-Ters Pills Claim Relief for Monthly Distress

Advertises Chi-Ches-Ters Pills as relief for menstrual cramps headaches and nervous tension. Claims benefit when taken two or three days before the period with an added iron ingredient to promote energy. Advises consulting a doctor for organic conditions and warns to use only as directed.

Canonom

Mother of Eight Sons In Service Christens Ship

Mrs. W. T. Johnston of Rt 1 will christen the navy ship USS Papago in Charleston S C with Mrs. J B Wardell Jr as matron of honor. The ceremony occurs June 21 at 6 PM at the Dry Dock Shipbuilding Co. Johnston family members include sons serving in navy army and air force in the Pacific, Germany, Utah and Georgia.

W. T. Johnston Rt. 1 U.S.S Johnston Wardell Jamestown Rt. 1 Joseph W. Johnston Navy Beaufort S. C South Pacific James E. Johnston U.S. Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune Talmadge Johnston Germany Army Pvt Herman R. Johnston R. C. Johnston Seabees Pacific John A. Johnston Cherry Point Marine Base Cpl Thomas H. Johnston Kearns Utah Army Air Force Burmandia-China L. W. Johnston Forest Park W. T. Johnston Charleston

Navy Seeks Large Wave of WAVEs for Replacements

Local recruiting officer Mrs. R T L Quigley reports the Navy aims to enlist many more WAVEs to replace service members. About 40 local young women already serve in the WAVEs, with Chief Crane and weekly Greensboro offices aiding recruitment. Blank forms and assistance are available through Mrs. Quigley and library donations, for girls under 21 seeking enlistment.

United States R. TL. Quigley Quigley

Shoaf Snider Vows At Welch Memorial in June Wedding

Miss Lauretta Leigh Snider and E Clifford Shoaf wed at Welch Memorial Church on Saturday June 16 at 8 p m in a ceremony described as beautiful and simple. Rev George H Wallace officiated with music by Ramona Pons and Bronson Matney Jr. Ushers included Lee Smith and Leon Arnedge. The bride wore white eyelet embroidery with navy accessories. maid of honor was Virginia Snider. Both families listed with P A Snider as father of the bride and F E Clifford Shoaf as groom.

Lauretta Leigh Snider E. Clifford Shoaf Welch Memorial Sethodial George H. Wallace Allen Jay Baptist Church Ramona Pons Bronson Matney Miss Pons Bond Mr. Matney d’Hardelot de Isoven

Local rationing board announces limited hours this week

Mrs. Emma Leigh Hethcock, chief clerk of the Thomasville rationing board, announced that the board office will be open to the public this week only from 10 a.m. to noon. The shortened hours are to help staff finish the heavy work tied to issuing sugar coupons.

Thomasville Emma Leigh Hethcock

War Bond Booth Calendar Listing Names and Chairs

The calendar lists Thursday events for H. P. Chapter No. 106 Order of Eastern Star chaired by Mrs. E. G. Updegrove and others. Friday shows D.A.R. chaired by Mrs. C. E. Diffendal, with Minnis listed as chair. Saturday features Newcomers Club chaired by Mrs. S. P. Ponsaing and YWCA Club Group plus Business and Professional Women's Club chaired by Miss Birtie White.

H. P Order of Eastern Star E. G. Updegrove Cooperette Club H. D. Minnis Beta Sigma Phi Melvin Hayes D.A.R C. E. Diffendal S. P. Ponsaing Y.W.C.A. Club Group Business and Professional Women's Club

Military nurse Lt. Moxley visits family in Charlotte area

Lt. Bytha Moxley, recently promoted to first lieutenant in the army nurse corps and stationed at Kennedy General Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, visits her sister Ethel Moxley and Miss Jessie Lassiter at 246 Boulevard for ten days.

Bytha Moxley Ethel Moxley Jessie Lassiter Boulevard Moxley Army Nurse Corps Kennedy General Hospital Memphis Tenn

Business and Professional Women's Club Meeting

The Business and Professional Women's club holds a 7:30 p m business meeting at the Sheraton hotel. It is not a dinner meeting.

Business and Professional Women’s Club Sheraton Hotel

Bridge bidding dispute over six diamonds contract

An argument in an expert card game centers on who caused a missed laydown slam in six diamonds. South claims his bidding was super strong and North should have bid six diamonds, while North argues his overcalls and raises left him nothing to show and that South's strength did not justify a six diamond contract. Both acknowledge South's strength and question North's decisiveness.

North South West

No Ration Shoes Offer Unrationed Comfort This Summer

AP Fashion Editor notes unrationed fabric shoes available this year in gabardine linen meshes and Guatemalan fabrics with white and black colors. Comfortable breathable designs with platform soles now possible after WPB restrictions lifted, including low wedges for sports outfits and medium heels for walking.

Dorothy Rof

Home Agent Schedules Week Activities in Guilford County

Mrs. Lillian P. Kimrey schedules a week of duties starting tomorrow with a Greensboro meeting with John Harris, a landscape extension specialist. Friday includes an office visit and a canning demonstration at Dr. W. L. Jackson's farm managed by Mrs. Sidney Ives. Saturday she returns to her office after aiding in a 4-H leaders' school in Greensboro.

Lillian P. Kimrey Guilford County Kimrey John Harris Greensboro W. L. Jackson Sidney Ives

Public Relations Panel Plans Extensive Work

The public relations panel met at 4 PM with co chairman Charles Mendenhall. Increase panel membership to contact many people daily and distribute OPA price regulation literature. Next meeting set for Tuesday July 10 at 4 PM with monthly sessions thereafter.

War Price and Rationing Board Charles Mendenhall OPA Charlotte

High Point Ordinance Sets Juvenile and Parks Commission Size

The city council amends Chapter B Article II Section 8 to specify the Juvenile and Parks Commission shall have eight to twelve members. Appointees shall serve four years. The ordinance repeals conflicting provisions and takes effect after passage on June 5 1945. Lois Welborn is the city clerk.

City OF High Point Juvenile and Parks Commission Lois Welborn

Women of Moose Install New State Officers Tonight

The Women of the Moose plan an installation of new officers at eight this evening at the Moose home on North Main Street. Pilgrim C. D. Clutter of Danville Virginia will be grand installing officer. Members are urged to attend and the public is invited.

Nondas Metcalfe USO Misses Muse GSO Miss Muse Army Ord New York The Moose North Main Street Pilgrim C. D. Clutter Danville, Va

Birth of Beckey Sue Peeler at High Point Memorial

Mr and Mrs William Peeler of 402 Smith Street announce the birth of a daughter Beckey Sue on June 18 at High Point Memorial Hospital Boulevard unit.

William Peeler Smith Street Beckey Sue Boulevard Unit High Point Memorial Hospital

Citywide playground program opens for summer enrollment

Parents urged to visit city playgrounds as the summer program runs to August 15 under Boys Commissioner J J Ellington. Two new colored playgrounds opened with about 75 children registered. Homer McCoy will organize softball, teach court layout, and start a tennis tournament in early July. The softball league targets grammar school boys and older youths join another league.

J. J. Ellington Ellington Homer McCoy Ada Blair Oak Hill Clara Cox Cloverdale Johnson

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Legion Auxiliary Raleigh Ernie Pyle G.J. Ce George Ralhiom P. J. Neal Joseph D. Cox Robert Bain W. C. Beavans Haltom Cox Tau Phi Lambda Nelson Florist Decorators Prancis Main St Minnie Lee Steed Betty Trotter Rab Tyner Pauline Hedgecock Princess Beauty Shop Main &T Mrs. Car Cates Yow’s Funeral Home Welch War Bond Booth USO Jr Margaret W. Gano Sedgefield High Point Road Dallas High School Gaston County Sallie Clark Waves Naval Offices Washington, D. C George Clark Miss Clark the Waves Hallie Starling H. S. Smith Wright Street Reba Porterfield Durham Robert Epps Long Street J. T. Dickens Charlotte Memorial Hospital Stamey Stroud Loella and Orveille Greensboro Road Josephine Culbertson South Dealer East-West Vulnerable Agan Sandal Bible School Archdale Methodist Church Glasgow France Britain Becky Sue Peeler Clara Co Ada Blai Ida Oak Oakill Lydia E. Pinkham Pinkham Northwestern Mutual W. Page Harris Carolinas Mannie Gates John M. Duff Beth John M. Duff, Jr Tiwest Ocean BIG Green Tent Choir
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