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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1956
Page
4
An article urges homeowners to hire a surveyor to verify property lines before disputes arise. It notes fences often misstate true boundaries, explains how court rulings treat long used boundary markers, and shares anecdotes of boundary conflicts while stressing proactive checks. It also lightly touches holiday giving advice for children.
A dense list of church and club events across Lubbock including gatherings at Lubbock Woman's Club and various WMS and WMU circles. Highlights include meetings at First Baptist Harmony Class, Wesley Methodist, Parkdale Baptist, and Santa’s helpers youth activities, with charity reminders for McMurray Convalescent Home and welfare projects.
Asbury Methodist Women’s Society of Christian Service held a regular luncheon in Fellowship Hall with 44 members and five guests. Rev John A English gave invocation. Mrs Burt Douglas led devotion. Mrs William Moore sang and Mrs Phil Waynick accompanied. Officers elected included Mrs M L Hines secretary of missionary education and Mrs H C Leon secretary of Christian social relations. The group planned a January 7 1957 start for a study titled Youth in a Responsible Society A Christian’s Concern led by Mrs Fred Wagner.
Miss Daylene Harrison married J W Dipprey Jr at the First Baptist Church in Lockney in a double ring ceremony read by Rev Earl Cantrell. Attendants wore blue crystalette dresses. reception followed. couple to reside in Lockney with Dipprey employed at the First National Bank.
A school program at Maedgen School featured songs and a review night for teachers and their guests. The facility welcomed attendees and showcased student performances in an evening event.
The Robert C. Davises plan a Dallas move with Davises now employed as an engineer. They will spend holidays in Cleveland with his parents. Mrs. Davis, former Alpha Chi Omega Alumnae president, was honored at a farewell tea hosted by Mrs. A. W. Fix. An open house hosted by Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Dorsey celebrated the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Seth on December 7 with family in Houston. A lace covered table feature a musical bridal car and turquoise decor.
The Fiat Presbyterian Women of the Church held their final meeting of the year as the Women of El Paso Presbytery installed new officers and circle chairs at the church. Rev. David Moore led a devotion and Ben P. White presided over the installation, with Miss Clara Pratt and Miss Helen Dunn noted for upcoming pins. The event followed a Christmas banquet and included remarks on officer responsibilities and committee roles.
The notice explains pre wedding submissions for announcements to print immediately after the event. Include correct spellings and addresses, signature and phone, avoid phone submissions, and mail to the Women's Department at the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. For Friday or Saturday weddings, photos and story can appear in Sunday paper if received by 6 p.m. Thursday.
A tea at Mrs. Volney Hill’s home honored bride elect Miss Barbara Batton of J S MaClain with 65 guests. Hostesses included Miss Gladys Freeman and others. red and white motif and snowman centerpiece noted. A separate luncheon at Lubbock Country Club honored Miss Sylvia Dietering, to marry Bill Adams, with 27 guests. Frost reunion drew about 100 relatives at Shallowater Clubhouse for a covered dish meal and gift exchange hosted by Mrs. Edna Arnold.
A short unexpected visit to a neighbor is advised to avoid delaying tasks. The piece warns that a two hour drop in can sidetrack the hostess from her duties, recalling The Man Who Came to Dinner.
A Ruth Class Christmas gathering at Calvary Baptist Church featured a Hungarian yule tree in Minnie Cooper's home. An offering of 43 dollars plus 5 dollars for Faith Mission was collected for Hungarian relief. Miss Ruby Atwood described Ines101v Lana. Refreshments served to 19 members and guests after the program.
Helena couple announces the engagement of Jo Frances Sweatt to A2C Jackie Lee Johnson. The bride to be works at Central Bank and Trust Company in Denver. Johnson is stationed at Carswell Air Force Base in Fort Worth. The pair plan to wed this month.
Miss Madeline Holmes and her mother Mrs C A Holmes were honored at a bridesmaid luncheon in Dunlaps Tea Room. Red and white decor featured a miniature sleigh centerpiece with reindeer. Guests included Pat Hutcherson Nan Durham Glenda Harris Rita Riges and Melba Curfmnn with the hostesses.
The Dawson County Home Demonstration Council held its annual dinner at the Labor Center Recreation Hall in Lamesa. Rev Fred Blake spoke on The Wise Men and Why They Were Wise. Van Corbin was installed as chairman with Mrs Aten vice chairwoman and Mrs Jones secretary. Miss Jan Harris installed the officers as centerpieces of silvered tumbleweeds and red pyracantha berries decorated the room.
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