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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1955

Page

5

John Adams Students Present Christmas Cantata Program

John Adams school hosted a 7 p.m. Christmas cantata in the auditorium directed by Mrs. Joe Lansden. Jerelyn Goodier gave the devotional The Youngest Shepherd and the program featured narrator Billy Norris, soloists Fannie Berger Gloria Ellis Rosalee McGee Cate Green, and choir members including Mike Mc Murray Marilyn Jones Courtney Brandy Carol Ann Martin Charlotte Coffee Mary Lynn Watson Barbara Brittain Mike Mustain David Bluethman. About 200 people attended and a silver Christmas library offering was taken. Second graders under Mrs. D. L. Paine won the room count with fourth graders led by Mrs. R. W. Beauchamp.

Jerelyn Goodier John Adams School Joe Lansden Billy Norris Fannie Berger Gloria Ellis Rosalee McGee Cate Green G. G. Goodier Parent- Teacher Association D. L. Paine R. W. Beauchamp

Large Number Attend School Open House

Christmas art work made by the children was displayed at the annual Christmas open house held from 6-9 p.m. at the Small Fry Kindergarten, 2528 Prentice. Ninety six parents called during the event. A visit from Santa Claus passed out treats and presents to each child, highlighting a party for morning and afternoon classes.

Fry Prentice Dennis M. Smith Monte L. Moore Ninty Santa Claus

Christmas party of Faithful Workers class at First Baptist

Mrs W A Wilcoxson presented What Is a Real Gift at the annual Christmas party in the church parlor. A holiday setting featured a tree and cedar holly centerpieces. $16 was given for the Lottie Moon offering. guests included many named members and officers.

W. A. Wilcoxson Faithful Workers First Baptist Church S. E. Williams W. B. Pierce W. A. Kendall Lottie Moon Foreign Missions George Meyer Mesdames J. E. Altman Stanley Bates C. H. Brown C. A. Buskirk Viola Witsil Mamie Littlefield

Nursery Gifts At WMS Circle Meetings

Central Baptist Woman's Missionary Society circles held meetings this week with nursery gifts brought instead of a gift exchange. Oleta Snell circle gathered at 9:45 a.m. at Mrs. Clyde Davis's home for prayer, devotion, Bible study, and business led by Mrs. Charles Brooks and Miss May Schofield. Other attendees included Mrs. H. P. Hiester and Mrs. E. K. Winters. Later Itsuko Saito circle met at 7:30 p.m. at Mrs. James T. Pepper's home with a prayer, Bible study by Miss Schofield, and closing prayer by Mrs. Nees. guest Mrs. L. H. Johnson from Dallas attended alongside several members.

Church Nursery Central Baptist Woman’s Missionary Society Oleta Snell Circle Clyde Davis N. 21St Robert Hodge Charles Brooks John Duke May Schofield Itsuko Saito James T. Pepper N. 31St Robert Pierce Miss Schofield R. J. Nees

Yule Bonuses Gifted At Larrance Tank Employees Party

Larrance Tank Corporation employees received Christmas bonuses after a program by staff and children at the plant. Fred Larrance Sr. gave the bonuses. entertainment was arranged by Noble Fields, R. L. Chance, and R. D. Stafford with refreshments by Herman Jones, Ben Luna, and E. N. Gayle. Santa delivered gifts from Mrs. Earl Larrance. Vernon Lancaster delivered gifts to Fred Larrance Sr. and John Kern. Mrs. Earl Larrance received a gift from wives of employees. children received Christmas bags as carols, solos by Mrs. Eugene Smith, and a log-decorated candlelit table completed the event. Clarence Grooms won an electric blanket. Next meeting set for Jan 9 at 7:30 p.m. with host couples Jack Mason, Noble Fields, and John Ford.

Larrance Tank Corporation Industries No. 1 East Fred Larrance Sr Messrs Messrs. and Mesdames Jack Mason Noble Fields John Ford

Sterling Alumni Banquet Meal Banquet at Legion Hall

Sterling high school alumni plan their annual banquet at the American Legion hall on Monday December 26 with the American Legion auxiliary members serving the meal.

Sterling American Legion Auxiliary Sterling High School American Legion Hall

Fragrance gifts charms during holiday season

Alicia Hart notes women favor fragrance as gifts, with holidays boosting perfume sales. Salespeople suggest variety to avoid repeats, offering two fresh options: a floral lacy line with parasol or chair, and French scents in crystal bottles with large stoppers, plus a pretty parasol stocking stuffer version.

Alicia Hartner

Holiday Tour Of Homes By Lawton Garden Club

Lawton Garden Club hosted a holiday house tour with Christmas decorations in all visited homes. The day began with coffee at Mrs. Paul Harris’s home, then visits to Mrs. J. M. Bakley and other addresses, with hostesses and a 50-person turnout enjoying festive table decor and candlelight.

Lawton Sylba Adams

Santa distributes gifts at VFW 1193 Christmas party

Santa Claus distributed toys and candy to about 75 children and 50 adults at the Veterans of Foreign Wars post 1193 Christmas party. The event at 926 S. Second included games after Santa’s visit amid a decorated tree and holiday decorations.

Santa Claus Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1193 VFW S. Second Santa

READERS DIGEST December issue now on newsstands

The December issue of the Readers Digest is now available on news stands. It highlights feature articles, health tips, humor, short stories, and reader contributions with a calendar of upcoming events and product spotlights.

Work Completed At Bethel Church

Bethel Methodist Women’s Society of Christian Service served refreshments to church men who installed a new hardwood floor in the church educational annex over two nights. WSCS members quilted at an all day session at the church parsonage.

Bethel Bethel Methodist Woman's Society of Christian Service WSCS

Unity Rebekah Lodge 121 Christmas Party Set For Members Kids

Social Calendar notes Unity Rebekah Lodge No 121 hosts a Christmas party for members and their children at 6 30 p m in the IOOF hall 109% D.

Unity Rebekah Lodge IOOF

Gifts Exchanged At Yale Dinner

Plans were made for installation of officers at 7 30 p m January 3 at IOOF hall 109 D. Ladies Auxiliary Patriarch Militant and Canton members met for a 7 p m Christmas dinner and party. Mrs Lillie Mae Fults president conducted the meeting assisted by Mrs Nellie Jackson vice president.

IOOF Ladies Auxiliary Canton Lillie Mae Fults Nellie Jackson

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