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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1946

Page

6

Eloise Best Bride Elect Honored At Two Parties

Miss Eloise Best, bride elect, was honored at a luncheon hosted by Miss Ruthanne Horney. Guests embroidered their names on a linen-cloth table and enjoyed a three course lunch. An evening bridge party hosted by Mrs. Patrick awarded prizes to Mrs. S. J. Best Jr and Mrs. Clyde White.

Ruthanne Horney Eloise Et M. S. Trick Bridge Miss Horney Miss Best M. L. Patrick R. Hubbard D. C. Johns S. J. Best, Jr Ross Armsworthy Patrick Saturnight S. J. Best Clyde White Evelyn Gallant Mary Lou Bennett Clarence Clapp R. B. Hulbert J. M. McAdams Davis Crawford J. E. Maynard Raleigh Jimmy Crawford Ervin Frye Charles Bossong Lillie Lewallen Ed Steere, Jr

Miss Jowers Entertained At Informal Bridal Shower

Miss Katherine Jowers celebrated engagement to Howard Wood with an informal lingerie shower at 800 Lindsay Street hosted by Miss Ruby Lee Hill and Mrs. Carl Grissom. Guests, games, prizes, and refreshments followed, with attendees including Mrs. Fred Newman, Mrs. Richard Dorsett, Miss Ethel Warner, and others from the area.

Ruby Lee Hill Carl Grissom Lindsay Street Katherine Jowers Howard Wood Fred Newman Richard Dorsett Ethel Warner W. A. Hill Co. L. Allman Jowers Mary Auman Fred Kerr Helen Martin McDowell Edna Grissom L. Auman Hill Baxter Grensboro

Family Duties Monotonous They Bring You Rich Rewards

A portrait of the mother as the central, tireless caregiver. She keeps everyone clean, well mannered, and nourished, manages homely routines, and guides her daughter toward age appropriate style. Her rewards are perceived in family happiness and satisfaction.

Daughter

Two State Women Take Key Jobs In Washington

Two female appointees join Washington posts. Maxine Elliott Lowry of Henderson becomes chief receptionist in the Interior, while Emma Foster of Mount Airy and J A Krug oversee Patterson's reception center. Lowry departs with tributes, a meritorious service emblem, and memories of meeting Churchill and other leaders.

Washington

Spend The Night Party At Hoots Home

A group of friends held a casual spend the night gathering at Ann Hoots 213 Church Street on a Friday night with games music and refreshments. The May Pole cake table candles and pastel ribbons framed the scene as guests enjoyed breakfast the next morning at 8 30. Attendees included Ann Hall Mary Lou Dillon Sally Trepke Doris Craven Joan Crowder Alveria Coleman Martha Stone and Barbara Fogleman.

Ann Hoots Church Street Ann Hall Mary Lou Dillon Sally Trepke Doris Craven Joan Crowder Alveria Coleman Martha Stone Barbara Fogleman

Ronald Stafford Honored On His Ninth Birthday

Ronald Stafford was honored on his ninth birthday at a Kernersville party hosted by his mother Mrs Jesse Mae Stafford. Children and relatives attended, games were played, gifts were given, and refreshments were served to the honoree and many friends and family members.

Ronald Stafford Kernersville Enterprise Jessie Mae Stafford Mary Ruth Carolyn Marshall Vivian Reba Nancy Linda Macy Doris Jeanette Shirley Rebecca Dull Virginia Lemar Virginia Wray Nancy Martha Stafford Human Donald Pegram Richard Billie Dull

Hospital Guild Meets Wednesday Afternoon

The Women's Guild of High Point Memorial hospital association will meet Wednesday at 4 30 in the Adams Memorial YWCA Building. Mrs W C Idol, president, will preside at the session.

Women's Guild The High Point Memorial Hospital Association Adams Memorial Ywca W. C. Idol

Morning party on Wednesday for Miss Sherrod

Miss Sara Sears and Miss Frances Johnson entertain at Frances Johnsons Otteray Drive home on Wednesday morning. The informal gathering runs from 11 to 2:30 to compliment bride-elect Miss Clara Cole Sherrod.

Sara Sears Frances Johnson Otteray Drive Clara Cole Sherrod

First Methodists To Have Supper Tuesday Evening

Returned service men and women of the First Methodist church will be honored at a covered dish supper Tuesday at 6 30 in the downstairs social hall. Special music and a brief message by Minister Wilson O Weldon will be part of the program. The meeting is a highlight of the church year.

First Methodist Church Wilson O. Weldon

Health Academy to Meet in Raleigh With Dr Reynolds

The North Carolina academy of public health holds its monthly Raleigh meeting today with Dr Carl V Reynolds director of the state board of health as the speaker of the evening.

Raleigh North Carolina Academy of Public Health Carl V. Reynolds State Board of Health

Social calendar highlights at Emerywood and surrounding groups

A busy week unfolds with bridge and garden club meetings at Emerywood Country Club and neighborhood homes. Events honor bride elect Clara Cole Sherrod, with luncheons, dinners, a bridal tea, and social hours hosted by Mrs. Mattocks, Mrs. Covington, and other local hosts across Asheboro and High Point.

Holt McPhersons Visit Shelby Friends This Weekend

Mr and Mrs Holt McPherson of Shelby spent the week end with Mr and Mrs C L Austin at their home on route 1. The McPhersons are former residents of the city. Mr and Mrs Frank Stell ITI were called to Old Forge New York during the week end due to the death of Mr Stell s father They are in Old Forge for about a week.

Holt McPherson Shelby C. L. Austin Route 1 Mrs. McPherson Frank Stell ITI Old Forge N. Y Stell

Births Hines and Swanson Babies at High Point Memorial

Mr and Mrs Leon F Hines announce the birth of a daughter Cynthia Anne on May 17 at the Boulevard unit High Point Memorial hospital. Mrs Hines is the former Miss Anna Elizabeth Kearns. Mr and Mrs Wayne S Swanson announce the birth of a son Wayne Seward II on May 19 at the Boulevard unit High Point Memorial hospital.

Leon F. Hines Lindsay Street Cynthia Anne Boulevard Unit High Point Memorial Hospital Hines Anna Elizabeth Kearns Iswanson Wayne S. Swanson Wayne Seward, II

Dog Adopts Four Chickens in Easter Service

SCRANTON Pa. Howard Morgans dog Shiner has adopted four chicks brought home for his two sons. The dog lets the chicks sleep in his bed, showing unlikely parental care and a mixed breed menagerie.

Scranton Howard Morgan

Many Nuptials Attract Interest In Randolph County

Asheboro area reports several engagements and marriages. Joyce Maxey and Glenn Kirby wed May 15 in Asheboro with Justice W C Hammond officiating. Virginia Inez Robinson to William Boyce Coter and Clara Mae Lamar to Charles Carlton Ammen announced. Margaret Staley and Mal P Craver married May 9 at First Presbyterian manse. Anne Crawford wed Harold Forbes May 8 at First Methodist. Eva Mae Moore engaged to Warren D Smith with wedding planned for late June.

Enterprise Asheboro Joyce Maxey Glenn Kirby W. C. Hammond W. L. Maxey Hobart Kirby Charlie Lamar Route 1 Clara Mae Charles Carlton Ammen Walter L. Ammen Greensboro Miss Lamar Internal Revenue Office Ammen Jamestown The Dependable Machinery Company Margaret Staley Mal P. Craver First Presbyterian Church Frank S. Jones Emma Staley H. J. Staley Ellerbe Eva Frye Craver Alice Craver Mr. Craver Lexington Robbins Charlie O. Moore Eva Mae Warren D. Smith Green B. Smith Mr. Smith Sanford Une

Tips For Teens By Elinor Williams Prom Etiquette Overview

Teen guidance article advises timely prom planning with invitations two months ahead, coordination of outfits and corsages, and clear meeting spots. It notes who should invite, who buys tickets, and that transportation is the responsibility of the escort. It also suggests greeting etiquette and rejoining partners after each dance.

Elinor Williams

Dick Skinner Leads and Wins with Clever Bridge Play

McKENNEY ON BRIDGE recounts Col. R. H. Skinner of Chestnut Hill Massachusetts returning to civilian life and playing a wartime hand. Skinner won the opening lead with the ace of spades, ruffed, then used a heart discard to set up tricks. His deft play included jacks and trumps, trapping West in a losing position.

William FE. McKenney America Col R. H. Skinner Chestnut Hill Mass Leyte American Contract Bridge League West Skinner

Church Social Highlights Local Methodist Leaders

The First Methodist children's division hosts a 6:30 supper tonight honoring Mrs. W P Moore of Salisbury Mrs C A Rauchenberg of Atlanta Mrs J C Maison of Winston Salem and Mrs D Nelson district children's work superintendent. They are in High Point teaching Vacation Church School institute with First Church and Wesley Memorial. The supper is in the downstairs social hall. Trinity School PTA meets tomorrow at 7 30 p m for its final session of the year inviting all parents and friends.

First Methodist Church W. P. Moore Salisbury C. A. Rauchenberg Atlanta J. C. Maison Winston Salem D. Nelson Methodists Greensboro High Point First Andesley Memorial Church Parent-Teacher Association of Trinity School

Kilmer Swamp Root Promises Kidney Relief

An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as fast acting relief for bladder irritation with no excess urine acidity. It claims a 16 herb blend, non habit forming ingredients, and urges readers to request a free sample by mail to Kilmer & Co Stamford Conn. All druggists sell Swamp Root.

Department A. Kilmer & Co., Inc Stamford Conn

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Eloise Best St. Joseph St. Josph Luna Smith Bessie Jenkins Lins Bodenhamer Bebe's Miss Jowers Nelson Florist & Decorators Francis G. Nelson N. Main &T U. S Blue Plate Foods Helen Follett Continental Baking Co Patricia Dunlap Miss Lowry Pentagon Army Charles T. Handy Willard S. Paul Winston Churchill Duke of Windsor Eleanor Roosevelt St. John Dill Nelson Rockefeller Eddie Rickenbacker Jimmy Doolittle Hoots Lydia Pinkham Hospital Guild Miss Sherrod Emerywood Country Club Wayside Garden Club C. B. Mattocks Richardson South Main Street Eleanor Amos Harriss Covington Business Sheraton Jack Cheek Greensboro Country Club Wild Flower Garden Club J. C. Teague Hillcrest Drive Bertha Schwab Chestnut Street Juanita Lee Arlene Hedrick Virginia Thompson Jolly Y Club Tom Pitts Henry A. Millis Jr Hines Baby Randolph County Odell Frederick Robinson Candor Virginia Inez William Boyce Coter J. N. Comer Comer Miss Robinson Barnes-Griffin Clinic United States Army Anne H. Crawford Harold Forbes Herman F. Duncan Forbes Mary E. Hudson Gus Forbes Greenville S. C New York McKenney N.S. Vul West North Pass Trinity Pta Becky's Whitlark’s East Commerce &T Minnie Lee Betty Trotter Pauline Hedgecock Princess Beauty Shop Main St Rae A
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