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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1952
Page
13
Paris designer Maggy Rouff launches a playful midseason line with demure gingham dresses, white Peter Pan details, and simple linen styles trimmed with wool stitching. The collection features flounced embroideries, corset hints, and slim coats in paisley prints, embracing the princess silhouette with a fitted bodice and flaring skirt.
In Merrillan Wisconsin the village held its annual banquet April 30. Mrs R Kelly led ceremonies with Mrs Florence Erickson giving the welcome and Doreen Erickson delivering the response. Nelda Gile and Harriette Kelly received gifts for church service work. Oldest mother was Mrs T J Olgan at 87, newest was Mrs Vinson, youngest mother Mrs Robert Rodencal Komensky. Decorah Brooks was the youngest daughter and a musical program followed.
In Whitehall Wisconsin Special meeting at the home of Mrs Charles N Keilholtz on April 30 Mrs S W Simonson was elected president for the next two year term succeeding Mrs John O Gilbertson Mrs Gilbertson became vice president Mrs Keilholtz secretary and Mrs Richard Larson treasurer The group discussed the Cronin book Adventures in Two Worlds read aloud by Mrs Oscar Sletten.
Dorothy Ann Brenner of La Crosse wed Gale Swetnam of Cassville Ark at Houston County Courthouse May 2 in a ceremony presided by Judge James C. Evans. Also on May 1 at the Courthouse Judge Evans officiated the marriage of Patricia V. Van Ravenstein and Ivan R. Dorsey with attendees Mrs Alex Pokrzywiski and Robert Brenner.
Mr and Mrs R E Wildes announce the marriage of their daughter Bonnie Jean to Sir Eugene C Mundt son of Mr and Mrs Charles Mundt Anamia Minn The ceremony took place in Chicago at Bethany Lutheran Church on April 17 Mrs Mundt works as secretary for the Pennsylvania Railroad in Chicago.
Paris designers preview bright summer styles with Schiaparelli favoring winged armholes and terry dresses while Patou emphasizes casual pajama like suits with seafaring touches. Readings highlight cotton toweling, glazed chintz, sequin trims, transparent organdic jackets and bib draped blouses shaping the season.
Lois Amundson became bride of Clarence Losinski at St Casimir Church in Winona on April 19 with Rev J E Grabowski officiating. Attendants were Vincent Orwall and a wedding party guest. The couple plans to reside in Winona after a wedding trip. Losinski works at the Federal Bakery. Shower hostesses were Mrs Ralph Kopp Mrs Miles McKeeth and Mrs Donald Kopp at the Kopp home.
A simple corn bread method using yellow and white corn meal with buttermilk and egg. Bake in a hot 475F oven until lightly browned, then cut into squares and serve immediately.
Lincoln Junior High School holds a spring Friday event on May 9 from 3 to 9 pm. Ice cream cake and coffee will be served in the afternoon and a 5 pm cafeteria supper features home baked beans potato salad and a tuna fish casserole.
Seventh and eighth graders from Stoddard State graded school spent May 1 on a field trip to Madison visiting the capitol university buildings fire department Capitol Times airport and Shot Tower Park. Travel was by car with drivers Principal Robert Erickson Martin De Garmo Tilmer Hanson and Ted Saugstad and chaperones Mrs Erickson and Mrs Saugstad.
Lois Paeth and Cpl Larry Mitchell married at St Pauls Lutheran Church Wilton Wisconsin at 4 p m May 1. Mitchell leaves for an Army camp in California May 9 after furlough from Shepherd Field Wichita Texas. The couple has a daughter Barbara Ellen.
Four children were baptized April 27 during the morning service at the Black River Falls Methodist Church. Rodney Raymond Morris Randy Ray Morris Lee Artist Scott Allen Steneman were the baptisms with Rev Wayne L Grover performing the rites for the Steneman child reflecting his prior parish connections.
Molly Hale of La Crosse Wisconsin is installed as secretary treasurer of the university YWCA. The group announces an extensive campus program for college girls with services to the community and partnerships with Boulder school girls.
Keep floors waxed to show off pretty rugs and highlight their style. A glossy surface reflects color and design, creating a cohesive room look. Proper maintenance extends rug life and enhances overall interior appeal.
Halve grapefruit and remove seeds then place 2 to 3 fruit sections in each half. Drain and reserve cherry syrup for sauce, then fill grapefruit centers with light sweet cherries. Pass sugar for those who wish to sweeten. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Louis and Louise Johnson celebrated their silver wedding anniversary with an open house at Our Savior's Lutheran Church parlors on May 4. The event was hosted by Clarence Johnson and Willie Johnson, with invites including relatives and friends.
Arlene Lockett of La Crosse was among 15 Stephens College students who visited United Nations councils in New York City from April 18 to 24. The trip aimed to observe activities and learn U.N. accomplishments to relate to campus. Miss Lockett is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Lockett of Adams Street.
Mrs. O. H. Sorenson announces the May 10 wedding of daughter Marilyn Sorenson to Sgt. Gordon J. Ebner. The ceremony at 7 30 p.m. will be held at Watersville Lutheran Church in Waukon.
A dated guide explains how perfume boosts confidence and reflects personality. It details sourcing components from multiple continents and the long process to craft a scent, plus tips on application at pulse points and wardrobe integration for men and women.
Sparta Wisconsin special: Misses Doris Homstad Kathryn Hoessly and Sylvia Hoff hosted about 50 mothers and teachers for a spring tea on April 30. Mrs Ruth Van Antwerp poured. First graders presented movies and grades one through three shared colored slides from the Christmas play.
The widow of Grover Cleveland Alexander attends Hollywood backed film about his life as Ronald Reagan portrays Alexander and Doris Day plays Aimee Arrants. The piece recalls the pitcher’s famous seventh game save and her wartime hardships after retirement.
Relatives neighbors and friends totaling 110 honored Mr and Mrs Einar Kildahl with an open house on May 4 for their silver wedding anniversary at their Roosevelt Street home Olga Foss daughter of the late Ole Foss and Einar Kildahl son of the late Ole Kildahl wed March 30 1927 in Valdres Norway They have five children Sgt Erling Mildred Ruth Philip and Richard and one grandchild.
Lysaker Winnifred Lysaker and Harold Skoug wed on May 3 in La Crosse, with Judge James C. Evans officiating at the Courthouse. Mr and Mrs Roy Skoug attended.
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