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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1969
Page
8
A beauty feature by Mary Sue Miller advises posture and exercises to reduce neck fat and create a youthful neckline. It details two routines: upright arm swings with stiff elbows, and a prone head lift with controlled elbow movement, recommended for readers seeking guidance.
Miss Donna Ragland the bride elect of Stephen B. Smith will be honored at a bridesmaids luncheon at 2 p.m. today in the home of Mrs. William Lyall 3811 52nd St. Special guests include Mrs. C M Jerman and Mrs. John R Ragland. The couple will marry at 3 p.m. Saturday in Highland Baptist Church.
The Women's Society of Christian Service of Shallowater United Methodist Church met with Mrs. O A Crockett presiding. Mrs A C Wright led the invocation and Mrs A F Reese gave the worship. Reese presented a program on The Quakers with assistance from members.
Linda Woodward, wife of singer Tom Jones, describes a calm life in Weybridge Surrey away from the glare of stardom. She recalls early hardship in Pontypridd and the couple’s 12 years of marriage with son Mark, noting Tom’s mild temper and constant affection. She handles the home, enjoys family dinners, and values their private life despite fame.
Agape Circle and Friendship Mary Circle meet at Shepherd King Lutheran Church. Rainbow for Girls, Masonic Hall hosts 7 p.m. events. TOPS and Weight Watchers groups gather at various Lubbock venues including Piccadilly Cafeteria YWCA and Security National Bank. Local golf clubs and business women group hold meetings throughout the day.
Members of the Hub of the Plains Auxiliary to WWI Barracks 1489 met at Hodges Community Center for a luncheon. Mrs G B Forrest, elected department guard in San Antonio, was honored. Mrs Sid Lowery was installed as District 19 president. George Burnham spoke for Barrack 1489. A Brownfield luncheon follows Aug 17 at The American Legion Hall.
Miss Janet Suet Petty and Norman Stuart Walker were married at noon Saturday in the First Presbyterian Church San Diego. The Rev Dr Robert H Mayo officiated the double ring ceremony. The couple will reside at 4330 Texan St Apt A. The bride is a Monterey High School graduate with a 1969 Texas Tech elementary education degree. The groom, also a Monterey graduate, attended Tech and is serving in the U S Navy stationed in San Juego.
Miss Mary Fischer bride elect of Buddy Landers will be honored with a sugar party at 7 30 p m today at Miss Peggy Grantham’s home. Eugene Hollingworth and others attend as special guests among 25 invited. Hot pink and white decor reflect the couple’s upcoming marriage planned for this fall.
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