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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1970
Page
7
Readers debate drug policy with harsh proposals and concern about drug use. A letter-writer advocates free drug use, while others warn of health and social consequences. Multiple readers share personal stories about marriage, privacy, and finding confidence in social settings.
A fashion oriented piece advises pregnant women on maintaining looks and health. It covers exercise, body shaping with long cardigans and scarves, makeup and hair care, psychological uplift, and practical wardrobe choices. It notes natural childbirth classes and suggests staying active while pregnant. It also mentions practical home care and a quirky aside about a snow moment.
Mrs Flora Bessi Boone was honored as Littlefield Chapter 742 Eastern Star installed officers at the Masonic Hall. Boone, a charter member and former Worthy Grand Matron, received her 50 year certificate in 1969. New officers include Worthy Matron Mrs Branham and Worthy Patron Mr Branham, with Rainbow Girls presenting a drill.
Miss Dana Leigh Webb and Kenneth Lee Redin married in a double ring ceremony at First Baptist Church with Rev. Roy McClung presiding. The couple will reside in Amarillo after traveling to California for a honeymoon.
Miss Pam Carpenter bride elect of Eric Williams was honored with a gift tea Sunday at 3406 63rd St hosted by Mrs. Melvin Earsley with co hosts Mrs. E C Leslie Mrs. Buddy Kirk Mrs. Charles Means Mrs. Elmer Harris and Mrs. Reid Warner. Piano selections were by Miss Jean Williams and Miss Beta Pope. Colors were hot pink and green and special guests included Mrs Billy Carpenter and Mrs Earl G Williams. The couple plans to marry July 3 at Ford Memorial Chapel First Baptist Church.
A pregnancy beauty column offers health and style advice for expectant mothers. It urges sticking to a doctor approved diet, good posture, maternity foundations if advised, rest when tired, and fashion tips from easy care knits to coordinating colors. It also advises thorough grooming and using a glowing base and lipstick to enhance natural pregnancy glow. Readers may write Mary Sue Miller at the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal for specific issues.
Readable notices show multiple local clubs meeting: Weight Watchers West Texas at 7 pm. Prairie Winds Sweet Adelines at 7 30 pm at St Luke's Methodist. TOPS YWCA 7 pm. Lubbock Duplicate Bridge 8 pm. Golden Youth Club 7 pm at YMCA. Delta Theta Chi 7 30 pm. Toastmistress Ming Tree 7 pm. and several others at civic centers, churches, and clubs including Cornado Touristrees, Square Three Club, Writers Club, American Legion posts, and Rounders Club with varied venues and times.
The customer services division of a paint company advises preparing outdoor metal furniture before painting. Clean rust, dirt and oil from unpainted surfaces, remove rust from rusty spots, and use a rust inhibiting primer. Apply two coats of enamel on new surfaces and allow drying time between coats. Sand lightly between coats and wipe sanding dust with thinner.
A reader shares a playful messy kitchen solution using cups, a spoon, a cottage cheese container and oatmeal for a two year old. Advice warns campers about unsafe windows and suggests Plexiglas for safety. Tips include making a portable stationery folio and using tongs with a kitchen match to relight a candle.
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