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Newspaper

Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1961

Page

6

Presidential Hair Color and Privacy Debates

Readers weigh in on Mrs Eisenhower and Mrs Kennedy dyeing their hair and the issue of a president's privacy in church attendance. The column notes public interest in style trends and the broader question of media scrutiny for the Kennedy family. A separate item reports a found watch and a lost dog notice with contact details.

John F. Kennedy Eisenhower Kennedy Secret Service United States Mr. Kennedy

Mrs Busby Hosts Alathean Club Meeting

Mrs Busby and the Alathean Service and Social Club met Monday at 1905 8th Street with devotion Measiring Our Lives by Mrs Ben Higes. Mike Fry spoke on the new year. The next meeting is set for February 13 with Mrs W C Fry at 4911 24th Place and Mrs Mike Fry as co host.

Ben Higes Alathean Service Magnolia Busby St. Ak Mike Fry W. C. Fry

Tips To Win At Job Interview By Morton Yarmon

Miss Mary B. Dow a career counselor at the University of Michigan offers interview tips to students in Ann Arbor aimed at strengthening performance during the job interview. She emphasizes the critical period begins the moment the candidate enters the room and outlines practical steps to present oneself effectively.

Morton Yarmon New York WNS Mary B. Dow University of Michigan Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information Ann Arbor Miss Dow

Manners for Interviews From a Private Club to Job Success

Practical interview guidance from Mise Dow covering punctuality attire and conduct. The list emphasizes arriving early, knowing the organization, presenting yourself well, gathering the interviewer’s name, and following up with notes and letters to improve future opportunities.

Council Sets Installation For South Plains Council

Officers will be installed when the South Plains Council for Retarded Children meets at 7 30 p m in the Flame Room of Pioneer Natural Gas Co Mrs Josephine Ballenger will be installed as follows Mrs George Saville president Mrs Fern Smith first vice president W H Harrison second vice president W C Burnett secretary and Bruce Parson treasurer.

South Plains Council Pioneer ‘Natural Gas Co Josephine Ballenger George Saville Fern Smith W. H. Harrison W. C. Burnett Bruce Parson

Campfire Leaders Hear Of Plans

Pawnee District Camp Fire Leaders Association held a Monday morning meeting at Mrs. H Lewis home 336 27th St. Dick Richards treasurer of Lubbock Council spoke on the candy sale starting Feb. 4. Mrs. Doyle Vanney outlined Pot Latch craft exhibit at Fair Park Coliseum 4 to 7 pm Jan. 28 open to the public. Thirty leaders attended. next meeting set for 3:30 a.m. Feb 6 at Mrs. Lewis home.

Pawnee Assn H Lewis 27Th St Dick Richards Lubbock Doyle Vanney Fair Park Coliseum Lewis

Art interest and club meetings fill Lubbock Tuesday

House and Garden Roundtable launches at noon Thursday in the Tabbock Women's Clubhouse with C. BL Martin discussing art. Reservations deadline by Wednesday noon. A Mortar Board alumni dinner follows at 6 20 p m in the Texas Tech Student Union Anniversary Room with Dean Jacqueline Sterner speaking about district tenting to Oklahoma. Table centerpiece features a crystal ball inscribed wishing happiness at a covered dish luncheon hosted by Mrs George P Green. Members of the Manuscript and Creative Arts Club attend to honor bride elect Mary Louise Blocker with flowers at the ball base. Chapter DP discusses the history of PLE O with Mrs James W Huffaker at noon today.

RS. C. BL Martin House and Garden Tabbock Women’s Clubhouse Clifton H. Cummings Clem Beverie Mortar Board National Senior Women's Honorary Society Texas Tech Student Union Jacqueline Ann Sterner Oklahoma James B. Whitehead George P. Green 25Th St Manuscript and Creative Arts Club Mary Louise Blocker John Shehorn Ple.o James W. Huffaker Wo EL 15Th St Harry Dean

Returned missionary describes Cuba work and refugee aid

Miss Joyce Hill spoke at the First Methodist Woman's Society detailing seven years as a Cuban missionary in Cienfuegos and Eliza Bowman School, noting Methodist schools remain open amidst Cuban exodus and refugees in Miami face language barriers. She plans a three year posting in Buenos Aires affiliated with Boca Church.

Joyce Hill Cuba Woman's Society of Christian Service Cecil Matthews Noel Bryant Maria Binghurst C. ¥. Hatch Miss Hill West Texas State College Canyon Eliza Bowman School Cienfuegos Miami Idalou Methodist Church

Wedding Is Announced for Oma Larson Bourland

Mrs. Oma Larson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. QC W. Larson, to wed Ralph M. Bourland of Lubbock at 10 a m Friday in Ashbury Methodist Church sanctuary. Rev. Clarence M. Catlins to officiate. Bride in gray Italian silk with mink trim and white orchid corsage. Attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Larson. After a San Antonio trip, couple to reside at 1808 14th St Apt 4.

Oma Bentley W. Larson Ralph M. Bourland Lubbock Ashbury Methodist Church Clarence M. Catlins Larson San Antonio Bourlands 14Th St Apt. 4

Historical Society Meeting Set at City-County Library

The Lubbock Historical Society will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in the City-County Library. The event honors former Canyon community school teachers trustees and students.

Lubbock

Dress Alike Twins Learn Individuality and Boundaries

A pair of 13 year old identical twins urge parents to stop dressing them the same as they seek self expression. The father clashes with the mother. twins insist on being treated as two individuals with separate identities.

Dear Ann Landers Mom

Circus Birthday Fete Honors David Eaton

Mrs. DeLoyce F. Eaton entertained Saturday afternoon at 2606 32nd Street to honor her son David on his fourth birthday. Eight children attended and contributed to the festive circus theme with hospitality and games.

DeLoyce F. Eaton 32Nd St David Ony Ras

Rabbi to Speak at Shaareth Israel Sisterhood Meeting

The Sisterhood of Shaareth Israel meets at 1 p.m. today in Houstmann Hall with guest speaker Rabbi Alexander S. Diinei discussing Getting to Know Your Art.

Sisterhood of Shaareth Israel Houstmann Hall Alexander S. Diine i

Church Women Begin Study at Methodist Church

The Woman's Society of Christian Service met at the Methodist Church with Mrs. H. L. Gentry presiding. Mrs. A. F. Reese gave the invocation and worship was conducted by Mrs. George Leftwich. A new Bible study titled Christianity and Other Religions was introduced by Mrs. O. A. Crockett, with Benediction by Mrs. Edna Arnold.

Shallowater Woman's Society of Christian Service Methodist Church H. L. Gentry A. F. Reese George Leftwich O. A. Crockett Edna Arnold

Chapel Vows Read Late In Month

Mrs Dee Hairgrove announces the engagement of her daughter Shirley Dee to Albert Steinfath son of Mrs August Steinfath of Haskell The wedding is set for January 29 at Bowman Memorial Chapel First Methodist Church A children s rally is planned during Queen Elizabeth s February 1961 visit to Calcutta

Dee Hairgrove Shirley Dee Albert Steinfath August Steinfath Haskell Bowman Memorial First Methodist Church Queen Elizabeth Calcutta

Community Club Listings appear in Lubbock notice page

A dense OCR dump lists numerous local clubs, meetings, and addresses in Lubbock including alumnae groups, study circles, garden and art centers, bridge and card clubs, and religious or civic organizations. The garbled items show times, venues such as Garden-Arts Center and YWCA, and addresses like 2119 57th St and 4908 West Liberty, reflecting a busy community calendar with recurring events throughout the day.

How to Send Wedding News to the Paper

Instructions from the Women's Department at the Lubbock Avalanche Journal explain how to submit wedding notices. Include correct spellings and addresses, sign and provide a contact number, and note that engagement announcements by phone are not accepted. Photos are optional and deadlines vary by publication day.

Women’s Department Lubbock Avalanche Journal Lubbock Texis

Widow Seeks Guidance After Daughters Harsh Rebuke

A widow writes of conflict with her daughter and grandson living with her. She describes feeling blamed for a failed marriage and expresses despair. Dr Bernard Zucer counsels accepting ongoing personal imperfection to model growth and self acceptance for the daughter and grandson.

Pre-Bridal Shower Honors Celia Burnett Bride-Elect

Celia Burnett, bride-elect of Buddy McCree, was honored at a miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs. George B. Eubank at 2118 23rd St. Monday night. Assistants included Mrs. Henry and Mrs. Simp son among others. An arrangement of blue iris graced the serving table. Hostess gift was linen. The couple plans to wed January 2 at the First Baptist Church.

Celia Burnett Buddy McCree George B. Eubank 23Rd St Mmes B. J. Henry M. K. Simpson Bill Draper First Baptist Church

Nomination To DRT State Board Made

Mrs. J. M. Harper has been recommended by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas for nomination to the state executive board. The nomination occurred at a Lubbock chapter meeting hosted by Mrs. W. S. Bledsoe with thirteen members present. An Independence Day tea was planned for March 2. Mrs. Rodney Gobel helped host.

J. M. Harper Daughters of the Republic of Texas State Executive Board Harper Lubbock W. S. Bledsoe 27Th St Rodney Gobel

Sunday School Dinner Hosts Honor Wesley Methodist Group

Mr and Mrs R E Walling hosted twenty seven members and guests at a Wesley Methodist Church Sunday School dinner at their 810 Municipal Drive home. California farmers spend more than 50 million dollars yearly to control pests, a third of the U S total.

R. E. Walling Municipal Drive Wesley Methodist Church E. F. Buck California U.S

Family Piano Donated to YWCA

Mrs. C J Wagner presented a piano from her home of 43 years to the Young Women’s Christian Association at 1641 Broadway. The gift honors Miss Margaret Weeks and Miss Mabel Erwin for their support. the piano will be used at YWCA meetings and events, reflecting its long service in family milestones.

Young Womens Christian Association C. J. Wagner Broadway Muargarrt Weeks Mabel Jp. Erwin YWCA Wagner Margaret Richards

Circle Alaska Named Northernmost Point of Road System

The National Automobile Club designates Circle Alaska as the country’s northernmost point on the road system highlighting its extreme location and access status.

Circle Alaska National Automobile Club

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