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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1963

Page

4

Dear Abby column letters spark dating and weight advice

A reader asks about meeting a mysterious caller. Abby cautions against meeting until identity and origin are known and suggests monitoring the line. Other letters mock crying soldiers and advise a thin wife on health and weight, urging the husband to adjust concerns and suggesting a humorous take.

Mrs Alltizer Heads Board of Directors

Mrs. Louie A. Alltizer presides over the Lawton Fort Sill Branch of the American Association of University Women for the new year. An extensive executive committee and area representatives are named, with numerous chairs and liaison posts listed, and nine members attending a recent Ardmore area barnshop.

Louie A. Alltizer Lawton-Fort Sill American Association of University Women Elmer Ewing James Cox Mildred Ebisch Kathleen Heinz Liason A. M. Mesada AAM B. J. Kushanek Fort Sill Lily Stafford Museum of the Great Plains Derington Citizens Committee On Children and Youth Division Area Ardmore Elliot Hines Elva Page Lewis Leta Mae Smith Alitizer Bonnie Paine Helen Carney Odease Locke Helen Hackett

Luau Honors Sill Battalion Officers and Wives

Officers of the 2nd Howitzer Battalion 36th Artillery and their wives attended a Polynesian luau at Lt. Col. Douglas P. Harper’s Fort Sill home. The event celebrated battalion officers who completed Exercise Swift Strike ITI with lanterns, candles, and a tropical menu featuring Hawaiian punch and Polynesian dishes.

36Th Artillery Douglas P. Harper Harper N. Chickasha Fort Sill

Married 70 Years: Love Must Be Constant Says Wife

ST. PLACIDE Quebec AP Josephine Guay, 84, and Epiphane 90, mark 70 years of marriage built on unwavering love. They attended a mass with 140 descendants, recalled losses of 13 of 17 children, and plan a second honeymoon perhaps to Quebec City.

ST. Placide Quebec Josephine Guay Josephine Epiphane Lac-Au-Foin Quebec City

Pink and Blue Shower Honors Mrs. Wood

Mrs. I C Wood was feted with a pink and blue shower at Mrs. W C Smith’s home. Hostesses included multiple community members as gifts presented in a bassinet and guests gathered around a central display as they celebrated the honoree.

Wood I. C. Wood W. C. Smith Carl Duggan Arthur Roberts L. B. Caldwell Fern Boatman Ada Perkins Joseph Pullen G. D. Pilcher Gene Wilkins Elvin Chaney Morton Arthur Self J. N. Bledsoe Wayne Chambers W. C. Clift Ola Roland Esmon W. Lt. Edwards Frank Pfeffer L. B. Marcum C. C. Christian Bob Koehler Fred Koehler Jr Minnie Karnes Raymond Pierce Herschel Warren Virgil Johnson

Cranfill Family Reunion Beholds Large Turnout in Lawton

Children of Mr and Mrs Ed Cranfill and their families gathered in Lawton for a Cranfill reunion hosted by Ed Fritz Jr Mary Ruth Carol Ann and Leisa. Attendees included Mr View and Carl Cranfill as part of the extended family gathering.

Ed Cranfill Ed Fritz Jr Mary Ruth Carol Ann Leisa Mr. View Carl Cranfill Lawton

Time For Change In Home Decor This Fall

Fall signals a shift in home decoration with National Interior Design Month. The field has over 25 000 practitioners in the United States and a yearly furnishm ents market around a billion dollars. Interior designers work on rooms, ships, offices, and even auctions, offering services from slipcovers to full home renovations.

United States 7 Gray Interior Society of Designers Arturo Pini di San Miniato National Society of Interior Designers

Scotts Host Celebration for Battery Officers and wives

Lt. Col. W. W. Scott and Mrs. Scott presided at a celebration marking the successful completion of battery tests. Officers of the Firing Battery and their wives attended, with guests Maj. E. B. Flaig, Maj. Matthew Lamar Jr., Capt. Edwin Hearn Jr., Capt. Donald Tucker, Capt. Elmer Naber Jr., and numerous Lt. and Mrs. guests. Centerpieces featured snapdragons and carnations. a cake bore the inscription Congratulations to the 6th of the 12th.

W. W. Scott Scott Hele E. B. Flaig Flaig Matthew Lamar Jr Lamer Edwin Hearn Jr Donald Tucker Tucker Elmer Naber Jr Naber Frederik Lynn Johnnie Richardson Charles Valliant George Kent Dennis McNamara

Mrs Swanson Honored At Surprise Shower Event

Mrs Gene R Swanson was feted Monday night at home 104 S h as guests assembled by Boulevard Christian church women. Guests included Mrs John Settle and many others. coffee for 5th Missile Battalion wives set for Wednesday at Mrs Carroll B Russums home. Old Settlers club plans 7 pm meeting with new officers to be elected and bus tickets for State Fair on Sept 26.

Gene R. Swanson S. H Boulevard Christian Church John Settle Albert Settle Vernon Field Boyd Hoskins Bill Bill Davenport Morse Bruner Lee Harold Wilson Bud Stapp Ted Thomas Oria Oe Old Settlers Club Museum of the Great Plains

P-TA Board to Meet at 9 30 Thursday

Andrew Jackson P TA executive board will convene at 9 30 a m Thursday inside the school. Chefs Only group reports no women in the Order of Good Cheer which meets monthly to sample members recipes with meals prepared by male members and twice yearly they invite their wives for tips.

Andrew Jackson P-Ta

Reception for 34th Brigade leaders at Hughes home

Commander and Mrs. Hughes hosted a reception for 100 officers of Headquarters and senior brigade officers and their wives. The simple elegant refreshment table featured white linen and crystal, with red and blue candles and autumn asters. Special guest Col. (Ret.) Neal W. Harper and Mrs. Harper attended, longtime brigade friends. Newcomers introduced included Lt. Col. Harry O. Amos, Brigade S-3, and Mrs. Amos.

William M. Hughes 34Th Brigade Neal W. Harper Harper Harry O. Amos New Brigade S-3 Amos

Social Calendar Highlights From Local Groups

First Presbyterian Couples Club hosts dinner in the church Fellowship Hall at 6 30 p m Sub Deb club led by Lewanne Johnson meets at 2921 Euclid 7 30 p m Rho Kappa Gamma sorority with Miss Susan Bandy at 2208 Crosby 7 30 p m Wives of officers of 5th Missile Battalion 41st Artillery hold monthly coffee with Mrs Carroll B Russum at 6108 N 46th at 1 p m Carnation Camp 3069 Royal Neighbors of America with Mrs C C Weatherford at 1410 Arlington 7 30 p m Junior Service League luncheon and meeting at Westside Golf and Country Club at noon Lawton Cosmetologists Association meets in the Civic Room of Security Bank and Trust Col at 7 30 p m

5Th Missile Battalion Dist Artillery Carroll B. Russum John S. Miller First Presbyterian Couples’ Club Church Fellowship Hall Lewanne Johnson Euclid Rho Kappa Gamma _ sorority Susan Bandy Crosby 41St Artillery Carnation Royal Neighbors of America C. C. Weatherford Arlington Westside Golf and Country Club Lawton Cosmetologists Association Security Bank and Trust

Williams Family Vacation Highlights Northwest Tour

Mr and Mrs Robert E Williams Eddie and Mrs Williams mother Mrs Ed Gartrell completed a four week trip visiting Salt Lake City Boise Portland Seattle Victoria Vancouver Banff Calgary Glacier Yellowstone Grand Teton and Denver. They met with the Top club of New York Life Insurance in Canada and noted a Russian sable at home wear collection suitable for formal indoor use.

Robert E. Williams Eddie Glacier Yellowstone Grand Teton National Parks Denver Colo

Eye appeal for a baby meal boosts appetite

A study notes infants respond to color and presentation in meals with brighter textures and shapes. Parents seek visually appealing options to encourage feeding while ensuring safety and nutrition.

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Abigail van Buren Abby P.S John Ephia National Association Ewing Clarence Scott Gordon Paine Nan Westmoreland Helen Elliot Murphy Cole Frederic Hammond Robert Derington Cox Mildred Coltharp James C. White Anna M Mullen Paul Hurt N. B. Hines Jack Goldstein Jess Forbess Margaret Sill Battalion Luau Wolverton’s Cranfill METAL Plumoan Derg Cleaners Vivian Brown UP Newsfeatures Hickory Inn Steak House Gore EL K.C U. S Beauticians Scotts Mrs. Swanson Termit Laird’s Cache Road Bau Sockwell Piano and Organ CO Howard Rentals School of the Dance Dial EL Gore Bivd Gore Bill & Jerry’s Lawton Brace and N. & M. Upholstery CO Dacrons Rainey's Drapery Mart Rainey’s Drapery Mart London Ronald Patterson Sheridan Rd Dan Gerber Gerber Baby Foods Fremont Michigan Hardy Suggs Music CO R & S Sporting Goods EL
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