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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1962
Page
9
Hints describe making decorative mini trellises from dead branches and paint for ivy training. Other tips show repurposing plastic bags and jars for laundry and seasonings, plus quick fried pies using canned biscuits. The letter also notes use of salt boxes and pepper mixtures for easy pouring.
Mr. and Mrs. E. K. Irvin and daughters Cheryl and Deborah of 4419 32nd St. depart today for Colorado. They will visit Rev. and Mrs. John P. Baker in Colorado Springs and travel to Denver. Irwin attends a Laymen Revival Crusade in Canon City July 18 22 and returns July 24. Mrs. Jerry Wienke and Mrs. Wright Kerr of 4509 1% St. weekend in New Mexico visiting Camp Manakiwa counselors in training and Camp Davis in Taos and Santa Fe.
Members of Truth Chapter No. 941 of the Order of the Eastern Star met Tuesday night at Mackenzie Masonic Hall with Mrs. S. H. Edwards, worthy matron, and Early Daniel, worthy patron, presiding. A patriotic decor theme, program titled Our American Flag, and social hour refreshments were noted.
Mrs. Gerald Rogers hosted a Saturday noon luncheon at Dunlap's Tea Room in honor of Miss Waren Shahan bride-to-be of Dale Hayden. Attendants included Mrs. Rick Harvey and several guests. a dragonfly bouquet adorned the table. The couple plans to marry August 24 at First Methodist Church.
Mrs Robert Howard hosted a luncheon at 508 43th St for Miss Judy Jenkins bride elect of Wendall Barnett. Attendees included Mrs J D Jenkins mother of the bride elect and Mrs Doris R Barnett mother of the prospective groom, plus aunts and sisters and guests. Silver gift was presented and hostesses noted.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service at Wesley Methodist church held a Tuesday program titled Christmas in July with Mrs. Bertha Rice playing Mary and telling the Christmas story. Members collected sewing supplies for the Amarillo Community Center and voted to support centers in Alabama and Korea. The next meeting is set for 7 30 p.m. at the church.
About 1,500 men from District 9 churches of the Baptist General Convention of Texas are expected at Plains Baptist Assembly Blanco Canyon south of Floydada. Dr. Warren Hultgren of Tulsa will speak after a 6 p.m. start with a barbecue at 7 p.m. The event features Robert Chapman of Dallas as associate secretary, singing by Bernie Lovelace, and brief appearances by district leaders including John B. Stapleton and Rev. John E. Rankin.
Hobbs city commission approves expanding the street lighting system to 1,172 mercury vapor lights, converting older incandescent units. The project, estimated at $42,390, will be contracted to New Mexico Electric Service Co. with power, installation, and maintenance by the firm. City Manager Neal Harr says completion may take about a year and requires Public Service Commission approval.
Tom H. Davis of Austin was elected chairman of the Texas Association of Plaintiffs Attorneys at the State Bar of Texas convention. Bob Huff of Lubbock was elected vice president and 31 new directors were chosen including John H. Merchant of Amarillo and Joe A. Morgan of El Paso. Wendell C. Coffee of Lubbock joined the executive committee and George Chase of Waco was named secretary treasurer of the fort and compensation committee.
Quezon City report says the Central Bank of the Philippines has eliminated the minimum 25 percent advance deposit on essential consumer imports.
Alan Henry Lubbock's community ambassador to Argentina arrives in Buenos Aires for a seven week goodwill mission. In a letter he notes a 26 hour journey from Miami with layover in Honduras and fuel stop in Lima Peru. He describes winter in southern South America as milder than expected and compares it to Lubbock in April.
The Atomic Energy Commission of Japan has decided to construct a nuclear powered survey ship, according to Kyodo News. The project signals advancement in maritime nuclear technology and aims to enhance oceanographic research capabilities.
A new insured savings and loan association named State Savings & Loan opens in Clovis. Seventy five area stockholders invested in the organization. Officers include Wesley Quinn as chairman and attorney, Floyd Bresenham as president and director, Lester Merrill as vice president and director, with Charles ...
R Smith secretary ard director, Clarence Rollins director, Johnny Stagner director, Art Outhier director, Kent Snare director, and Robert Swinford comptroller listed in the local board roster.
A domestic etiquette note advises not canceling a beauty shop appointment unless absolutely necessary, emphasizing courtesy and consideration for the stylist and client schedule.
Waggoner Park II hosted a large Neagle family reunion on Wednesday with 46 attendees. Daughters and sons of Mr. and Mrs. E R Neagle of Crosbyton were present, including Lloyd E Neagle and family of Wilmington California and several relatives from Plainview Cone and Lubbock.
President Ngo Dinh Diem signed an amnesty decree to release 794 well behaved prisoners. The order coincides with Diem’s eighth anniversary in power.
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