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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1967
Page
1
Easy to make ornaments from baking soda and cornstarch that harden into tree decorations. Shapes are cut with cookie cutters, then wired for hanging and worn later as jewelry or gifts. They’re inexpensive, fireproof, and suitable for all ages.
A reader proposes a glossary translating dating phrases used by well meaning friends to plain English. Examples from the column show how phrases imply insults or biased judgments about women and dating. The letter-writers share personal dating troubles and seek guidance on social etiquette and family conflicts.
Mr Francis M McKinney the Electrical Safety Inspector and Researcher warns readers to follow careful tree setup and care to prevent fires or shocks. Advice includes using fresh trees with approved liquids, keeping away from curtains, checking lighting sets, not overloading circuits, using proper extension cords, avoiding metal trees, and supervising electrical toys.
The Theta chapter met for a Christmas party at Gridhorn Restaurant. Hostesses were Mrs. Wallice Bogart and Mrs. Joe Harkey. Gifts were exchanged and officers for 1968 were elected.
The Texas Nu chapter of Delta Theta Chi held a meeting at the Lubbock Women's Club in the afternoon session. Members gathered to discuss fraternity activities and upcoming community events with local participation.
Pat Nystel bride elect of Gil Linnartz was honored at a dinner in Hemphill Wells Monterey. Nine guests attended including Mrs. G A Nystel and the hostesses Mrs Vera Shahan and Mrs Dale Hayden. A hostess gift and a centerpiece of blue and green grapes and greenery were arranged. The couple plans to marry December 22 at the Nystel home, 3312 44th St.
The Texas Federation of Music Clubs awards two partial scholarships of 400 dollars plus 100 for 1968 to The National Music Camp at Interlochen Michigan. One for voice or strings excluding piano, the other for non string orchestral instruments. Texas residents in musical careers, high school sophomores, and members of any federation division may apply by February 1 through the federation's scholarship board chair. A tasty soup starter accompanies the note on dinner.
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