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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1956
Page
2
A comic reading session leads to a mother explaining the value of politeness. Chuck learns to consider others after his mother explains finishing the comic matters more than chores. The method emphasizes inner motivation over external force, using the child’s own experience to teach respect.
The advice urges hosts to provide ample food at buffet meals so guests can go back for seconds. It notes women may skip seconds while men are likelier to return for more, and emphasizes offering several dishes in generous quantities to ensure enough for all guests.
George C. Wolfforth PTA held a Christmas program in the school cafeteria with Mrs Gladys Snodgrass fourth graders presenting an illustrated Christmas story and Mrs Ida Lou Whitten at the piano. Health chairman Mrs Jim Hoover announced T B patch tests show 98 negatives 1 doubtful in first grade and 2 positives in sixth grade.
The Japanese government announces a plan to build a memorial for 85,000 unidentified soldiers killed in World War II. The Yasukuni Shrine now dedicated to 1,230,000 soldiers who died in wars since 1867 remains the present monument.
Brownfield December 16 special report Girl Scout Troop 20 presented a Christmas play An Empty Gesture at First Presbyterian Church parlor Hostesses were Betty Stewart Carol Christopher Sharon McWherter and Susan Bear Taking part were Becky Burnett Loree Key Ann Neal Kathy O'Dell Linda Brownfield Kerry Newell Sandra Turner Judy Pickett Janice Hill Darline Lowery and Peggy Andrews Charlotte Goble served as narrator Troop leaders were Mrs Nolan JH Lassiter and Mrs Perry Bear.
City officials say they must rely on candles to light the Hollywood Boulevard Christmas trees after workers covering the lighting system during paving hid the bulbs. The issue leaves the festive display unlit until a repair can be completed.
Grace Lutheran Church in Tulsa witnessed the marriage of Barbara Sue Schulz and Ensor Leon Littleton with Rev. Clarence W. Knippa officiating. The bride wore Chantilly lace and tulle rose design with a secalinos edged skirt and carried a cascade bouquet of orchids and carnations.
Miss Jo Ann Grimes served as maid of honor with bridesmaids Miss Jean Dease and Miss Linda Groffmann in emerald green dresses. John W. Arledge was best man with ushers Lloyd Bell Robert White and William Schulz Jr. The ceremony ended with a reception in Fellowship Hall and a trip to New Orleans.
A listing of church and club meetings including Arnett Benson Baptist WMS Emme Mills Circle Pioneer Memorial WSCS and First Presbyterian Women of the Church with times from 3 pm to 9:30 pm. Circles named Alaska Burma Japan Malaya Cuba Hawaii Peru and others meet at various addresses in Lubbock.
LAMESA, Dec. 16 Special The J D McPhaul home hosted a holiday open house Sunday from 3 to 5 30 p m sharing duties with Mr and Mrs Matt McCall Guests enjoyed milk glass table settings gold tapers and pine Seasonal decor brightened the home The party included Mr and Mrs Fred Henderson Judge and Mrs Louis B Reed Mrs Roscoe Holton Mrs Audrey Cox Dr and Mrs Noble Sr Price and Miss Ann Strickland About 400 area residents were invited
A party bite featuring canned water chestnuts wrapped in bacon and broiled until crisp, served with a thin chutney sauce for dipping. The item highlights a simple prep method and a tangy accompanying dip.
Up News features Vivian Brown suggests tailored gifts by hobby for men. For hunters, decoys, shells, vests, boots, and rifles. skiers need gear. anglers seek rods and reels. golfers want a lightweight bag or innovative putters. boat kits appeal to boat and motor enthusiasts. equestrians may prefer riding crops or saddles. bowling fans can use a ball or shoes. Encouraging relaxation and hobbies, the piece urges women to buy the right present.
Miss Joan Pember of Slaton was honored at a luncheon Saturday in the J. D. McPaul home. Hostesses Mrs. McPhaul and Linda prepared the pink themed table for fourteen guests. Pember is the bride elect of Ens. Jessie William Adams and the wedding is set for December 28 in Slaton.
Women of the First Methodist Church marked their eighth anniversary as a local group and Christmas observance in a December meeting of the Women’s Society of Christian Service. The program highlighted twenty five years of the Lamesa Methodist Women’s Missionary Society with memories of its 1906 origins.
Lidova Demokracie reports Western propaganda balloons over Eastern Europe carry robot cameras. At 50 000 feet a balloon supposedly photographs a 27 mile strip of countryside with radio links to espionage centers in the West before landing near the Soviet Union.
A nostalgic reminiscence recalling childhood Christmas joys at Grandma's house. The piece weaves church scenes, bell chimes, carols, gifts for children, and family reunions with a Biblical reflection from 1 Cor 13:11.
Libertyville's 25 foot wooden evergreen sculpture, painted green and festooned with lights, stood unchallenged as villagers labeled it an eyesore. Mayor Francis J. Berry said donors placed it in good faith and that esthetic opinion governs action.
The Beta Upsilon Chapter held a banquet at the Chicken Shack to initiate 30 new members. Odie D. Rippy received the Reed-Hefner award as best pledge, with Frank Junnell delivering the guest speech on How not to be successful.
A Tokyo based company plans to purchase natural gallstones in quantity from suppliers. The initiative seeks steady sourcing and may involve medical or research use. Details on buyers, quantities, and pricing were not disclosed.
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