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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1961
Page
6
A family nurse attending Mrs. John F. Kennedy during a Caesarean operation was kissed on the cheek by President-elect Kennedy. The article recalls Kennedy family ties, remarks by Senator Jenner and other notes about the White House era, with memories of Joseph P. Kennedy and the Kennedys' early days.
A list of afternoon and evening meetings across Lubbock area churches and clubs. Events include Dorcas Welft Seb at Broadway Church of Christ at 2 pm, Ladies Bible study sessions, Garden-Arta Center room gathering, and multiple clubhouse activities at Lubbock Country Club.
In Lubbock Texas fellowship club officers were announced and a music roundtable luncheon set for 12 noon in the Assembly Room of Lab sock Women's Clubhouse. Bill Davis to play violin with Mrs E D Clements accompanying. reservations to Mrs Clements by noon Thursday.
Mr and Mrs William F Baack celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a family dinner at their home 3405 20nd Pl. Hosts were Mrs Leonard Crum and Mrs Bill Baack. They have five sons and daughters including A A Baack of Hurlwood Martin Baack St New scomb Dr Mrs Crum 909 Newcomb Dr Bill Baack 2812 E 2nd St and John Baack Donic. The couple married in Lee County and farmed near Seagraves before moving to Lubbock. Baack retired from Crystal Ice Co. The bride is Ernestine Mitschke. They will live in Southland. The groom attended Slaton High and Texas Tech. The couple’s son-in-law Gary Ave attended the meeting. The bride will graduate mid-term. The article includes local society notes and club officers.
Mr. and Mrs. E. Hay of Plainview marked their 50th wedding anniversary at home. They farmed near Hale Center until 1935, then moved to Plainview and worked in grocery stores before managing rental property. Their son George Hay is a city building inspector in Lubbock. they have grandchildren Ronald Bennett and others. A church meeting with slides and a program followed the celebration.
Barbara Fowler marries Mr. Berry in Floydada with Mr and Mrs J B Fowler of 2109 23rd Street and Mr and Mrs Gatesville as parents. Ceremony details and further couple information appear in the report.
Mrs Johnny Goldwater was elected president of the Gavel Club at a Friday night meeting hosted by Mr and Mrs Chick Trout at 3016 Zind Street Other officers named were Mrs Pearl Metcalf vice president and Mrs Estelle Gibson treasurer The annus party featured gift exchanges
A Lubbock gathering considered jury duty as a civic safeguard and discussed women’s participation. Mrs F Young and Mrs Jack Kelly were elected to membership while Mrs J Ward and Mrs C G hosted, with several members present.
In a style note on headwear, fur hats are praised as the versatile option that most nearly fits every need. The piece argues no one hat matches all outfits, but fur offers the closest balance of warmth, texture, and era-appropriate flair for varied ensembles.
Collecting tips for early baby routines with calm landings and firm four rules. A dry bottom full tummy and cuddly toy help, while gentle mother talk settles a wakeful infant. Pleasant mealtimes boost appetite and Gerber Cereals are praised for mild flavors and smooth texture.
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