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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1959
Page
3
A fragmented notice describes a pie contest with sponsor prizes and a winner, Mrs Duke, for an unusual pie entry blending lemon with Merineue Mix. It notes her husband’s occupation, daughters, and a port area prize, plus a mid article aside about homemaking tips and grocery ideas.
Friday night deadlines for Sunday society announcements set. Newsroom notes say 8 pm Friday for women’s pages with certain ceremonies and weddings, while other wedding stories may be held over if requested by the bride.
Paris millinery notes describe sensible styles for fall and winter hats priced at 59 with small head fits. Designers present pill box, veiled turbans, and feathered round hats, praising compact silhouettes, soft fabrics, and decorative details like diamonds and feathers for refined street wear.
The Northwest Texas Methodist conference gathers at Cera Canyon for a weekend of sessions. Irene Wesleyan Service leads the opening program with lectures on tasks and enrichment. Speakers include Misses Hil and Hill, Dr Haghbaugh, and Rev Ida Trine, with workshops for lead officers and a Sunday closing program.
Miss Mirgatel-Apn Kiiian became the bride of Robe Adeunson in a ceremony performed by the Rev fem fad the Weeds. The bride wore a white bridal gown with Chantilly lace and a long train. The wedding party included Miss Gail Sammons as maid of honor and D. Kilian as best man. A reception followed at the church, and the couple plans to reside in Spearman where Adamson serves as county agricultural agent.
The Wesleyan Service Guild of First Methodist Church met in the back yard of Mrs. T C Ge laney at 291 Ward Street for a picnic supper and to elect Miss Gertrude Herm as delegate to the school of missions at St John s Methodist Church in July The group plans to attend a district picnic at Macken ne Bate Park.
Ice Cream Supper planned by Labback Chapter No 7 Order of the Eastern Star in memory of Mrs Lela Frazier with a benefit supper to be held at the Masonic hall. Guests include Mrs Melvin B Young and Clint Webster Worthy Patron. Tea colors white pink and blue featured at a bridal tea event for Miss Catwl, with preparations described. Tickets available and proceeds to benefit the chapter.
A family picnic is planned for Mackenzie Park with ten members present at Lodge Hall. The entry notes a Wednesday afternoon 10k event and a tentative date in September, with presiding member Mrs. W. O. Clark and references to Beathes hood of Ratyond Tralhman in attendance.
Bridal parties and showers spill from Laibneck Country to Miss Linda and Miss Kept as wedding plans emerge. Guests include Mrs. Keep and Mrs. Hofstedner, with numerous friends named. August and September ceremonies set at Broadway Church of Christ and Charen of Christ. A silver dish honors Miss Desiana Auaan, while decor and serving details emphasize wine and white bridal colors.
Fragmentary calendar and notices listing names, places, and times. Several unreadable entries mix personal names with event hints and scattered times, lacking full context or clear events.
Society gathers at Mrs Lilian Stay residence for an exhibition titled scenes from lamsoare Va and rose arrangements. Mrs Paul Suet hosts a morning open to the public with plans for an afternoon program and display of garden features.
Simi Linch and Tetire taints will host a wedding rehearsal dinner at their home patio on May 25 at 7 pm. The service takes place at Bart Metmacal Chapel of First Baptist Church with vows at 7 30 pm. Attendees include family and friends from Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Pampa, with council, hospitalities, and post ceremony plans noted.
A list of attendees and hosts shows a social tea and gift courtesy gathering. Notable figures include Miss Seller, Miss Paxkoy, Mrs. George, and others, with mentions of a hostess, guest lists, and the setting at a tea room and local venues. The event celebrates hospitality and social rites among community members.
Miss Mise Faye Stark and Charles Mov wed at seven in the evening at Tem Trinity Methodist Church in Petersburg. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dint Eos Fate with a plainview family in attendance. The bride’s father, a member of the Petersburg Fire Department, and the groom’s family are noted. both newlyweds work in state service at Ralls Ge.
The engagement of Miss Lynn Cary to Vernon Riraciin is announced by her parents Mrs Tracy Cary and Mrs. Cary. The ceremony will be in Phoenix Arizona at Park Baptist Church with the Rev TM Gate presiding. The bride is a student at Montana College and employed by a university, while the groom is a student in Texas.
Women attendees enjoy Paris softies at a spring garden gathering hosted by Mrs Ray. Guests mingle during an informal afternoon with light refreshments and a friendly social tone.
Winners in a local card club event are listed with participants from Tahoka and Hillcrest area clubs. Open pairs station set with times and participants, noting multiple names and groups involved in the competition.
Miss Robertson of Hale Center will marry Flavis Don Drake on August 28. The wedding will take place at her parents home. She is a Hale Center High School graduate and attended West Texas State. Her fiancé is from Idalou and attended Abilene College and Texas Tech.
The Dupli 10 Bridge Group met Wednesday morning at the country club for play. Winners were Mrs Ray Dickey and Mrs John Vickers, first. Mrs Ky L Riggs and Mix Owen Stewart, second. Mrs Lady Rampy and Sire B F Stephens, third.
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