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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1950
Page
6
Members of the Lovington 4-H Girls Club met Monday to plan a County Wide Achievement Day to be held Wednesday at the Lovington School Cafeteria. Demonstrations include Frozen Foods Dairy Foods and Clothing with advisor Miss Margaret Kallsen.
Large crowds attend revival services this week at the United Pentecostal Church. Evening sessions start at eight o’clock. Rev. Sammy Case serves as pastor.
Mr and Mrs Fred Brewton and their sons spent part of the week in San Angelo Texas visiting relatives and conducted business in Midland. Cliff Yearwood Hobby Gann H C Parnell and Ernest Simmons attended the Rotary meeting in Jal last Tuesday.
Roy Tomlinson and L O Tomlinson attended the cattle sales in Clovis last Thursday by witnesses.
The New Mexico Federation of Women’s Clubs presented a 5000 check to support building a Chapel and Recreational Hall for the New Mexico Boys Ranch. Ground has begun on a new dormitory to house 60 to 70 boys as land clearing advances on 250 additional irrigatable acres. The Boys Ranch originated in 1944 as a Kiwanis Club project in Albuquerque and now serves youths from across the state.
Mr and Mrs Irvine Humphreys hosted visitors from Texas last week including Otis Young and family from Trent Garland Austin from Cass Plains and M and Mrs Craig Humphreys from Merkel who visited D E Humphreys.
Mrs Van Robinette hosted the Northside Circle of the W M A at the Baptist Church Monday afternoon June 26. The program directed by Mrs L W Hardcastle studied Handclasp of the Americas with several members contributing. A jello dessert cake and punch were served to guests including new member Mrs L W Pruitt and others listed.
The Presbyterian Women vote to meet once more this summer, with the next regular gathering set for July tenth on the second Monday. The group will resume a monthly pattern thereafter.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Henry of California visited with D E Humphreys recently. The Henrys are noted as being from California and spending time with the local acquaintance.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Epperson and children from Canyon Colorado visited their niece Mrs. Cecil Lee and other relatives here last week.
Barbara Wright entertained a group of friends at a slumber party in her home on Sunday. Guests included Mazie Clisbee Donna Wellman and Betty Anderson.
Mr and Mrs Bill Adams and their daughter from Plainview Texas are visiting Mr and Mrs Bill Wright and staying with them this week.
Mr and Mrs Harold Lee of Lubbock are staying with Mrs Tom Lee and other relatives this week, visiting family in the area.
Mr John Stevens and Mrs Stevens traveled from their Roswell area ranch to town for a weekend visit.
The Southside Circle of the W. M. A. met at Mrs. Bill Lewis's home Monday afternoon. The group studied Christus Emptor by T. F. Gulixson led by Mrs. O. P. Bigham. A social hour followed with salad plates and punch for Mines, Bill Musick, Ross Creamer, Ross Black, L. C. Roye, and O. S. Bigham.
Mr and Mrs F L Heidel Andy Swarthout Mr and Mrs Crad Wiley and Mr and Mrs Jacques Dailey attended the Head Schubert wedding and reception in Hobbs Saturday. Jacques Dailey is walking on crutches after a sprained ankle.
Mr and Mrs Bob Rouge of Lubbock Texas visited relatives here over the weekend sharing news and greetings with family members and friends in town.
Connie Pruit spent Tuesday in Lubbock according to local observations.
Mr. and Mrs. Berry Freeman welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Hank Kaley of Ker mit as their guests last Saturday for a social visit and tea.
Boy Scout Troop No. 44 held its regular meeting at the Scout Hut Monday night. Plans were made for a picnic and hike to Easley's Lakes on July 8. No other business was transacted.
A home article offers a pineapple ham mousse recipe with steps for gelatine, mushroom soup, and a decorative pineapple garnish. It includes serving guidance, storage, and a safety note about gas appliance testing and cleaning tips for kitchens and gas water heaters.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Clayton and Barbara Clayton spent a social visit in Midland last week meeting with local friends and enjoying the gathering.
A large delegation from the Pentiesstal Church in Hobbs attended services at the local church Saturday night, joining congregants for the evening gathering.
Garland Kennedy is in North Dakota this week on business to conduct meetings and advance company interests. Local sources confirm office visits with state officials and potential project discussions.
Paul Moore travels to visit relatives near Reserve New Mexico during a trip. The short item notes his location and purpose without additional details.
Mrs Inez Derington of McFarland Texas was a guest of her sister Mrs D E Humphreys and family recently, visiting in the area and staying with relatives during the visit.
Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Epperson of Tatum visited with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Lee last week, sharing a social visit and friendly conversation at the Lee residence.
Mr. and Mrs. Earl T. Wilks and their family have come home after a two week trip through south Texas and other points of interest.
Pastor Hugh Harris of the Christian Church attends the Christian Youth Camp in the San dia Mountains this week. He joins other youths and leaders for a week of activities and lessons focused on fellowship and faith.
Troy Fort won the first round of calf roping with a time of 11.4 seconds at Branfield Rodeo last week.
The article urges a coming picnic season with lightweight insulated ice boxes that keep food hot or cold for hours. It suggests cold meals and beverages, lists suitable items like salads, pickles, ice cream, and sparkling drinks, and provides a recipe for a pale dry ginger ale drink using lemon juice orange juice and sugar.
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