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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1969
Page
6
A maid describes her preparation for an upcoming contest, noting she practiced walking across the stage and feels better prepared. She mentions the speech and cotton theme as part of her self presentation and intends to perform confidently.
Miss Shaver discusses her preparations for the national Maid of Cotton contest in Memphis. She highlights wardrobe, public appearances, and her role in promoting cotton industry while balancing school at Tech.
Miss Charlotte Warren and Miss Brenda Jean Clayton wed in First Baptist Church ceremonies. In Tahoka the Warren and Huffaker families hosted a day of vows with many members as attendants and ushers. The Clayton Hatfield couple planned a New Mexico wedding trip and future residence in Lubbock.
Miss Julia Betty Banning and Michael Eugene Allen were married in a 7:30 p.m. double ring ceremony at Second Baptist Church. The bride is a Coronado High School sophomore. the groom serves in the U.S. Army. A reception followed and the couple planned a Dallas wedding trip.
Mrs C B Martin and Mrs Roy Barnant hosted a Saturday brunch at 4511 33th St to honor Miss Debby Brown bride elect of Lerril White. Twenty four guests attended including four Abilene Christian College friends. A paper and lace bride decoration was made by Miss Jody Martin. The couple plans to marry Saturday at Broadway Church of Christ.
The Omega Eta Chapter held a Christmas gathering at Miss Ann Kieiva’s home 4405 Z1st SL. A subsequent meeting is set for 7:30 PM on the 12th at Miss Sharon Oldham’s residence 4803 W. 15th St.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Flack and daughters Jennifer and Jil of 4906 17th Place depart Thursday for a two week visit to the Hawaiian Islands.
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