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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1953
Page
4
An economical guide to transforming unused space into stylish displays. From lattice inserts in barren fireplaces to installing adjustable shelves with perforated metal strips, the piece shows rental friendly, portable ideas. It also describes turning narrow gaps by chimneys into functional windowed displays.
Friendship Sewing club members met at 2 p.m. at Mrs. John Young’s home to plan gowns for Comanche County Memorial hospital. Mrs. Louie LaFountain read minutes. a July 18 picnic at Mount Scott grounds was arranged. Mrs. Charles Evans won the door prize. Guests included Mesdames W. M. James and F. H. Richardson.
Alicia Hart notes a perfume house offers a quartet of miniature scents, including a new fragrance, paired to jewelry styles. Pearls suit a crisp dry floral, rhinestones demand an exotic scent, and faux emeralds like a woodsy spicy aroma. Summer jewelry calls for rose and jasmine dominated notes.
Mrs. Henry Hensley returns home after three weeks at Fort Sill Station hospital following major surgery. Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Dickson and daughters Diantha and Marva of Pasadena visit Mrs. Leonora Kelly after attending the Lions International convention in Chicago. Miss Ellen Williams returns from three weeks at Thornton Minor hospital in Kansas City for minor surgery and convalescence at her mother Nora Williams’s home.
A Theta Rho Girls club event followed installation at the IOOF hall. Mrs. B. L. Truesdale hosted a slumber party at 202 S. 26th with attendees including Barbara Barclay BeeBee Byers Beausier Burns Louella Hall Janet Lee Shirley Moore Genese Oswalt Barbara Sly Billie Sly Frances Stoddard Pat Truesdale Shirley Truesdale and Shirley Wood.
Advice on using a synthetic sponge and mild soap to remove makeup from facial crevices. Rinse thoroughly to avoid soap residue, pat dry, and consider water softness and minerals. Suggests borax baking soda mix and oatmeal bag for soothing facial wash.
Lawton Woman's Forum Shut-In department plans new projects to aid shut- ins and Sunshine Club members. Mrs. Jess B. Forbess notes constant work and meaningful service. Three new members joined the roster: Mrs. Henry Friedman, Mrs. Mable Ryan, and Mrs. E. D. Sullivan. Additional attendees included Mrs. Walter M. Smith and several others.
The National Geographic Society states that no synthetic material yet made possesses all the properties of cork. This note underscores the unique combination of buoyancy flexibility and resilience that natural cork provides, implying current substitutes fall short in some characteristics.
The Irvin McQuinn home hosted a family reunion with relatives from California Texas and Oklahoma. Attendees included Seldom McQuinn Richmond California nephew raised there Mr and Mrs Mark McQuinn and three children Fort Worth Texas Mrs Velma Vaughn San Antonio Texas and Mr and Mrs J E Weller and daughter Calumet.
Mrs Lovell Jackson hosted a four year old Frankie Jean Jackson with games storytelling and a themed red and white celebration. Guests included Barbara Sue Jackson Deana Jackson Deana Joyce Ogden Linda Williams Cathy Wright and Dottie Wright.
New York stylist Wayne Forrest promotes floral hairstyles with leaves and blooms to cool the head. He describes making wire diadems and clips wrapped with daisies roses carnations and chrysanthemums, plus tips on color contrasts and secure attachment for elegant summer looks.
Members of the Old Settlers club meet at 7 30 p m today in the American Legion hall Seventh and E to plan participation in Lawton s August 6 celebration. Refreshments will be served during the social and business session.
Former Lawtonians Mr and Mrs Walter D Manz now of Abilene Texas visited with friends in Lawton Thursday.
Army Wives Club arranged a 12:30 luncheon and a game at the USO YMCA on Fourth and B. Hosts were Mesdames Cotter and Cockerham with guests including Mrs Dale Sanders and a list of attendees. Children joined the gathering and plans were made for a future luncheon on July 23. A separate note from Elgin reports Mrs Paul Chamberlain leaving for Germany July 24 to join Sgt Chamberlain with American troops.
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