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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1977
Page
6
A narrator narrates her husband Old Bogey's devotion to football over dinner and chores. He shouts about fumbles and touchdowns while she juggles puddles, repairs, and neglected conversation. Halftime becomes her quiet longing for attention.
A reader worries about a girlfriend Betty who has gained weight and seeks help from doctors and programs. A cynical friend suggests Betty is a compulsive overeater using an excuse to eat. A second reader moves near Arlington Cemetery and sends a note.
New year plans for the Lompoc Chamber of Commerce Women’s Division focus on community projects and member involvement. Natalie Arnold leads activities including restoration ideas for Ocean Park, city beautification, and a membership drive with a potluck prize. New member Emily Vargas is welcomed as officers announce chairmanships and a 20th anniversary effort. An invitation to Lions Inn lunch and a $25 Community Concert Association donation follow.
Yearbooks for Xi Omicron Tau chapter of Beta Sigma Phi showcase a bright new design with Lompoc bean bags and valley scenes by Elouise Alexander. At Beginning Day at the Royal Coach the volumes were previewed and handed to members at the Vandenberg Village home of president Alice Clark.
Cheryl Diane Dyer and Gregory Allen Sanders united at La Purisima Catholic Church on Sept 10. The bride, daughter of Bud and (Mrs) Dyer, wore an angelskin peau de soie gown with Chantilly lace and a detachable chapel train. Her bouquet featured white roses and blue baby's breath. she wore a pearl necklace and a 1959 penny from her grandmother.
Lompoc Record notes Rita Fuller received a Sept. 12 surprise baby shower at sister Ruth Kline’s home. The story also fills a breakfast with 25 Radio Amateurs at Sambo’s on Sept. 17 and details wedding party members, reception roles, and the couple’s post wedding home at 215 North E Street Apt. B.
A five-plane group calling itself the Lompoc Mini Air Force flew five hours to Bahia Kino on the Mexican side of the Sea of Cortez. The travelers included Sheldon and Pat Green, Dick and Valerie Gunst, Jim and Peg Leach, and others. Peggy Leach said language was a barrier but the trip was enjoyed.
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