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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1963
Page
7
Seasonal beachwear guidance helps readers select swimsuits to flatter various figures. Advice covers camouflage via prints, skirted options, blouson tops, and styles like two pieces, boy shorts, draped sheaths, and surplice tops. Innerwear choices and self-improvement timing are noted.
Reader questions cover homelessness and diploma goals for a 17 year old, a shy listener’s coping tip, and a guardianship regret story. Ann Landers offers guidance on pursuing a diploma in the army program, handling rude comments, and standing firm with family in guardianship cases.
A father’s insistence on questioning dates is defended as protective. The answer argues male sexuality is more aggressive and urges the mother to understand his love as guiding, not constraining, and to help daughters see his perspective.
John Felsher travel consultant was guest speaker at the Xi Gamma Sigma Phi final meeting of the season hosted by Mrs. William E Collins at 4904 15th St. Mrs. Wallace Wardroup president led the business session. Secret sisters were revealed during the social hour after the meeting.
Miss Linda Hunter and Miss Lucy Newton, seniors at Monterey High School, were honored at a Thursday dinner in the Tea Room at Hemphill-Wells. Hostesses were Mrs. Winston Clark and her daughter Peggy, with guests including their mothers Mrs. W. M. Hunter and Mrs. W. G. Newton.
Norwegian shipbuilding supplier plans to expand its facilities to include davit manufacturing. The move broadens its production lines and should strengthen its position in the regional marine equipment market.
Mrs Temple presented a program titled The Beautiful at the final Up silon Sigma chapter meeting held at Mrs Lawson Smith’s home. Members discussed prior programs and took an examination on charm personality and appearance.
Four seniors were honored at a May 11 party hosted by Mrs. Odis Hackney at 4402 48th St. Guests included Miss Mary Carl Rose, Lub bock High School. Laura Coil, Gay Neel and Beverlee Robinson, Monterrey students. Hostesses were Mrs. Dick Bruce, Mrs. Ed Haley and Mrs. Ervin Johnson. One hundred sixty invitations were issued.
A courtesy honoring Miss Ann Balzer, bride elect of Kent Roth rock, Springfield Illinois, was held Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. Mack Mead. Guests included Mrs. Mead, Mrs. August Balzer, Mrs. Edwin Hogue, and a house party with several aunts and cousins. The couple will wed May 30 in Nashville Tennessee where the bridegroom is stationed at Sewart Air Force Base.
Miss Jo Ann Tacker and Sammy Burke exchanged vows in a Ridgecrest Baptist Church double ring ceremony at 9 p.m. on May 5. The pair, parents Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Tacker of Teague and Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Burke of Lubbock, will reside at 4931 Gaston Ave. Attendants were Buddy Huneke of Amarillo. Burke attended Texas Tech and works for Underwood Corp. Burke is a Monterey High School graduate.
The Lub bock Chapter AAUW Fine Arts group met for dinner at The Ming Tree with Mrs. Ronald Canady presiding. Officers listed include Miss Frances Wilson as chairman and several committee chairs. The group plans to meet again in September.
A breakfast at the Johnson House honors Miss Ann Caldwell a Monterey High School senior Hostess is Mrs Dick R Heath Attendees include her mother Mrs Ralph Caldwell and her aunt Mrs J C Bernard of Dallas School colors will be used in decorations.
The immediate Pittsburgh region has 200 manufacturing establishments with 100 or more employees and about 1,400 other plants, of which 1,000 employ fewer than 20 workers. The overall balance favors both large and small businesses.
Mrs. H. B. Adams hosted the season’s last Samba Club gathering at Chicken Village on Thursday. Special guests were Mrs. Elbertine Hush and Mrs. C. N. Kennon. The next club meeting is scheduled for Sept. 5.
Senegal announces construction of new hotels as part of a broader tourism development plan. Officials say the project will attract investment, create jobs, and boost regional commerce while expanding lodging capacity across key cities.
La Paz authorities plan a 75000 loan to upgrade a Bolivian cement factory. The funding will target facility improvements and modernization efforts to boost production capacity.
Jeanne Lesem reports practical catering guidance for bridal parties with advice from home economists. Tips include coordinating with the mother of the bride, offering safe options for allergies, avoiding home baking for large crowds, and using bakery or restaurant sources for main cakes. Practical prep steps cover make ahead sandwiches, careful stacking, and assembling bite size pastries.
Bride elect Miss Jean Evans was feted by Mrs. K. O. Godsey at 2134 69th St with co host Mrs. R. G. Clark. Assistants included Mrs. W. R. Spark Mrs. Aubrey Evans of Hagemen N M Mrs. Dean Shuman and Mrs. O. B. Stewart. Rainbow gladioli centered the refreshment table.
Mrs. T. J. Hoffman hosted a covered dish supper and meeting at 2611 48th St. Mrs. John Dozier presided and Mrs. Bob Swain presented the program. Gifts were exchanged at the home of Mrs. J. W. Trainham 4909 42nd St. The group will meet again at 8 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Clubhouse.
A linen shower at Mrs. Vergil C. Craig’s home honors Karen Louise Fuhrman who will marry David C. Hughes Jr. June 1 in the First Presbyterian Church. Blue and white decor suit the event. Thirty two guests attended including the honoree’s mother Mrs. C. G. Moss.
The Loyalty Club gathered at 2806 40th Street Friday afternoon with 11 members attending. The next meeting is set for June 7 at Mrs. R. L. Pendergrass residence 1516 3th Street.
An annual signing party for Miss Norma Beaver Monterey High School senior was held Thursday afternoon at Mrs. Frank Bando’s home 1905 36th St. Co-hostess Mrs. Hurley Carpenter. Eighteen guests attended including the honoree’s mother Mrs. F H Beaver. Red flowers decorated the theme.
Joe Jenkins spoke on Family Weather Fair Cloudy Or Un settled at a Southwest Lubbock Child Study Club banquet at the Johnson House. Eleven members and husbands attended. The club plans to meet again in September.
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