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Newspaper
Jal Flare
Location
Jal, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1946
Page
2
The newspaper announces additions to its editorial and society staff including Editor Assistant Editor Sports Advisor Irvin Curry Naomi Robinson Peacock Hal Betty and Lloyd Joiner O M Stewart joining the team to cover culture events and athletic news.
The essay argues greatness comes from small, consistent efforts rather than overnight leaps. It outlines four types of people in pursuit of success and stresses that trifles make for perfection, which is not a trivial outcome but a result of steady labor.
The piece argues for steadfastness over constant relocation amid reconversion. It urges students and citizens to observe adult successes and failures, implying that patient, steady effort yields practical knowledge and fosters national and community progress.
The Lambda Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma held its annual Christmas party on December 14, 1946 at Mrs. J. T. Becer's home. Nancy Jones of Hobbs spoke on Scottish Christmas customs. Members from Eunice Hobbs Jal Monument and Tatum attended, listing Mrs Nuta Bartholomew Edith Fanning Mettie Jordan Ove ll Davis Lovi Rae Heizer Neva Nelson Esther Schilberg Maggie Tidwell Annie Neal Wilkinson Ruby Williams Cora Mae Wilson Mae Denny Rowena Hulse J T Becer Sarah Rebecca Smith Stella Sullivan Catherine Taylor Beulah Jones Icy V Bond.
The Jal Woman's Club met December 16 at the Methodist church. A library project committee was appointed. A guest night was set for January. Mrs. O M Stewart reviewed The Scarlet Lily by Edward F Murphy. Mrs. Herman Stanley led Christmas carols. Fifteen members were served refreshments by Mesdames Bob Morris D W Justis and R C Hays.
The Just-A-Mere Bridge Club met at Mrs. R H McKay's home on December 19 for a Christmas party. First prize went to Mrs. Bill Fink who also claimed the 100 honors traveling prize sent by Miss Stella Sullivan. Second high prize went to Mrs. Jack Smith and the deuce traveling prize to Mrs. K B Walker.
Mrs. Woodie Goin formerly Chloe Fulmer returned to school December 9 after her honeymoon. She and her husband toured Hobbs Carlsbad Carlsbad Caverns Toyah Baird and Jacksborough before attending the Monahans Merkle football game in Monahans. They then went to Jal. The note adds that three more marriages would leave no girls in the senior class.
J L Burke worthy patron of Jal Chapter No 60 Order of the Eastern Star entertained members at his home on Tuesday December 10. Mrs Burke and Mrs W K Davis greeted guests. A red and white decorated table was presided by Mrs C L Corbett with assistance from Frances Lenning and Beverly Jo Burke. Guests signed the guest book including W K Davis Stella Terrill Bill Thornton H H Shelton C L Corbett J M Whitworth and several Misses Frances Mosley Jenie Burke III Rowena Huse Stella Sullivan and Frances Lenning.
The Church of God Young People's Endeavor presented The Lost Carol on Friday December 20 featuring cast members Irvin Curry Velma Cody Billy Petty Doyle McCoy and others as carolers. A second play Jake Snyder's Christmas told of a miser whose Christmas improves through children's effort. Miss Nell Fite hosted a coffee later with several attendees.
Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Norton and two daughters traveled to Odessa on Saturday November 23 for business. In Odessa they called on Mr. and Mrs. Doug Hart, formerly of Jal, where Hart runs a book store.
A joint dinner by the Baptist Brotherhood and the Women's Missionary Union was held at the Baptist church on Thursday December 12 Reverend Howard Guy of Pecos Texas spoke on By-Products of Missions The musical program directed by P O Davis featured a violin solo by Mrs J L Burke Jr with Beverly Jo Burke and a Burke trio Places were set for 142 members and guests.
The sixth grade hosted a Christmas gift shower for Retha Barkley. She plans to return to the Children’s Hospital during the holidays for continued medical care. The school community wishes her a full recovery.
Mr and Mrs Lyman Davis Jr and their children Darrel Sylvia and Lyman III left December 9 to visit Mrs Davis's parents in McAllen Texas and returned December 15.
In her home Mrs Willard Adams entertained a bridge party last Wednesday December 18. Attendees included Mesdames W S Westbrook Roland Chance J D Calloway E A Miller Zack Kennedy and Misses Nell Fite Nada Buffington and the hostess. Mrs Miller won the high score for the evening.
Mrs. Barking was elected Worthy Matron of Jal Chapter No 60 Order of the Eastern Star with installation date to be announced. Other officers elected include S R Lenning as Worthy Patron Irma Corbett as Associate Matron Beatrice Shirlet as Secretary Cora Hays as Treasurer Thelma Lenning as Conductress and Helen Sweatt as Associate Conductress About twenty five members attended the election and were served cherry pie and coffee.
Mr and Mrs Joe Wilson host during the holidays Mr and Mrs R S West and their children Beverly Ann and Tommy West, with Mrs West identified as a daughter of the Wilsons. Mr West serves as superintendent of the Pleasant Hill Consolidated School in Curry County New Mexico.
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