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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1972
Page
7
A reader asks if men can lose manhood at 40 and Abby says it is not normal, suggesting medical and psychological evaluation if concerns persist. Other letters discuss workplace formality with bosses, how to address a boss, and how a shy teen can get a boy to notice her, plus guidance for a pregnant unmarried reader considering birth options.
Alpha Pi Chapter Epsilon Sigma Alpha met at Mrs Lois Bryant home with six members and three guests. Plans included a pledges tea on Dec 3 at Mrs Michael Waller home and a Christmas progressive dinner on Dec 16. A Jane Brooks School for the Deaf tour report highlighted philanthropic projects.
St Barbara Guild members held a full day Christmas workshop in the Parish Hall at St Barbara Catholic Church. Bazaar items were prepared for sale after masses on Sundays December 3 and 10. Rev Thomas O T oole from St Eugene Church and Sister M Agnes Mueller of Oklahoma City spoke on involving the family in religious education. The next meeting is set for Tuesday December 12 at the church.
Police Officer PTA Speaker Mrs. Charles Robertson presided over the recent monthly meeting at Andrew Jackson Elementary. Girl Scout Troop 492 led the flag ceremony. Fifth graders conducted by Miss Roberta Farrel performed music. Mrs. Parthenia Ford introduced vocalist Mrs. Roberta Radcliff who gave devotions. Doris Reed accompanied on piano. Membership reached 161. Girls volleyball coach Mrs. Frankie Rice and team presented the sportsmanship trophy to the principal. Ronnie Ford from the Lawton Police Department Juvenile Division spoke. Room attendance awards went to students of Mrs. Jewell Bailey and Mrs. Gladys Finch.
Wives of Post Sergeant Major USAF held a coffee at the NCO Club with fall Thanksgiving decor. Newcomers welcomed included Mrs Christensen and Mrs Hart. A donation to Comanche County Center for Handicapped Children was made and a holiday brunch set for December 14 at 11 a.m. Reservations listed with three contact numbers.
The Elgin United Methodist Church Women Society hosted a covered-dish lunch as Rev. Vance Garoutte presented The First Thanksgiving. An Old Fashioned Christmas is the theme for the all church dinner at 630 PM on December 20 with youth program directed by Hank Leonard, Allen Roach, and partners.
The Yakity Yak Club met at Mrs. Bill Lynn's home for a covered dish luncheon. Mrs. Bill Beil gave the invocation. A family dinner is planned for Friday Dec 15 at 7 p.m. in Mount Scott Community Building. Mrs. Lloyd McClung attended as a guest and a gift was given to Mrs. Lynn.
Mrs. Ralph Hertzler led a meeting of the Home Demonstration Extension Homemakers Group at Mrs. M. G. Bessemer’s home. They planned a Christmas dinner and gift exchange for Monday December 18 in the Cotton Electric Company civic room Walters with member families as guests. Eleven members attended with guests Mrs. Bonnie King and Miss Diana Overton.
The Pershing Extension Homemaker group at Mrs William Reillys home 1502 Taylor welcomed new members Mrs O H Townsend and Mrs James O Dell as twelve members attended the meeting led by Mrs A T Keeler on Monday December 18 at 1 30 p m in the home of Mrs Virgil Snyder 605 Arlington The program Cooking With New Aids covered boot fashion and care discussion noting footwear fit and warmth with fashion notes and a note on historic Yule customs.
A list of local club meetings and activities scheduled across Comanche County. Includes TOPS Club No. 225 Eta Upsilon Beta Sigma Phi Osa Eastern Star Eisenhower PTSA United Presbyterian Women and more with times from 6 30 p m to 9 30 a m and locations such as the Multi Purpose Center 1405 S 11th and the Comanche County Court house 7 30 p m Friday events include a recreation group food demonstration Kuntry Kuzins Square Dance at the county fair grounds building.
Cache Chapter of Future Homemakers of America met at the school with Miss Janet Woommavovah presiding. Miss Susan Kidd assisted, devotions were by Miss Cherry Meador, and group singing led by Miss Susan Thompson. Miss Valinda Green and Miss Christie Hamilton presented the program. Refreshments were served by Miss Meador, Miss Connie Majinowski and Miss Bridgette Per. Mrs. Clanton Reeves and Mrs. Bob Bauman attended as FHA sponsor and mother respectively.
The Protheon class of Central Baptist Church met in Fellowship Hall to prepare Christmas corsages for Fidelis Class members. Mrs. Elsie Vaughan presented the month’s project and led church kitchen items distribution. Mrs. Bill Hargraves presided. devotions were given by several members. attendance and fellowship reports were filed. organizers were named for arrangements. several members were honored for service.
Cranberries are praised as festive and flavorful for Thanksgiving. A cranberry date ring recipe blends dates with cranberries, lemon juice, gelatin, yogurt and sour cream, shaped in a ring mold and chilled to serve eight.
The Lawton African Violet Society met at Mrs. Grover Lowe’s home. Mrs. Glenn Weaver demonstrated corsage making and Mrs. Ben Williams showed how to make wall plaques. The next meeting is set for 2 p.m. Thursday December 14 at Mrs. L B Pearson’s home.
Mrs. Aldene Petty Mrs. Martha Lowan and Mrs. Dorothy Hawstine of Cache returned from visiting Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Hefner in Edinburg Texas.
Swinney Elementary Booster Club met at the school for a planning session. The group sponsors all sporting events hosted by the school.
A quick trick uses one five ounce jar of blue cheese spread and five slices of the new round shape pickle and pimiento loaf. Spread one fifth of the cheese on each slice and roll up. Chill wrapped rolls in waxed paper, then slice crosswise into six pieces and insert party picks. Refrigerate four to five days if made ahead.
The Comanche County Association for Retarded Children will hold a meeting this evening at 7 30 in the Multi-Purpose Center located at 1405 South 11th. Members are urged to attend.
Decorating for holiday entertaining in small apartments can be elegant and comfortable. Use large sofas grouped around a corner to form U shapes or squares with an extra chair or ottoman. Pair with massive tables to provide surface space for ashtrays lighting drinks flowers and personal touches. Come in to see a wide variety of solutions in our showroom displays.
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