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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1961
Page
7
The book material records Americans' manners with a humorously critical lens. The observer cites reactions to speech, grooming, and gender roles, noting strangers, beard styles, cookouts, and a push toward traditional masculinity. It also covers views on women, children, gifts, allowances, and television in shaping character.
Miss Sheri Jean Thornton daughter of Mr and Mrs L L Thornton and Earnest Leroy Scott of 2406 Main were married at 6 30 p m Tuesday in Emmanuel Lutheran Church Lubbock The Rev Elmer Hole officiated The bride wore Chantilly lace and bomba bombazine with Sabrina neckline Juliet cap veil The couple met at Isefield High School and ENMU and South Plains Junior College The groom is a McAdoo High School graduate and works at College Avenue Barber Shop in Lubbock
A long-winded family letter details a wedding with bridesmaids, gowns, and gifts. The narrative centers on a promised pearl brooch, the mother’s faithfulness, and the impact on relatives. It mingles wedding specifics with advice on handling inherited disappointments and conduct among family members.
SLATON Special A School of Missions opens Sunday at Slaton First Christian Church with Mrs Clarence B Williams as speaker for opening day The six Sunday program runs through Oct 13 focusing on Missions Follow New Frontier Mrs Williams a missionary to the Republic of Congo serves by appointment of the United Christian Missionary Society. She and her husband began Congo work in 1953 and she has helped develop curriculum materials for church and school education.
Keren happuch Norman Chapter of Colonial Dames of the 17th Century met with Mrs. Clyde F Elkins to discuss two year programs. National themes emphasize beauty in the United States and staying home to find it. Mrs F A Kleinschmidt spoke on life in the 1600s. The next meeting is at 3 pm October 5 at Mrs J T Hutchinsons home.
The Rev. Ross Dunn of S. John's Methodist spoke on Church and Holy Spirit at a WSCS meeting with 55 in attendance. Mrs. J. Frank Ford led the business session. A combined WSCS and Wesleyan Service Guild meeting is planned for 3 p.m. Oct. 29 at the church to observe Week of Prayer.
Mrs Noble Anderson will honor her daughter Linda with a slumber party at 7 p.m. today at 2507 37th Street. The gathering celebrates Linda’s 10th birthday with friends and cake.
A selection of Dear Ann Landers letters discussing courtship laundering, alcohol boundaries, and teenage self esteem. Topics include a 20 year old dating a 27 year old with laundry control, a fiancé who never drinks, and a teen seeking beauty tips. Advice emphasizes parental guidance, personal boundaries, and developing personality over appearance.
A garden party and shower at 2507 45th St honors Mrs. Byron Bird formerly Miss Jerry Helm of Dallas. Guests included her mother Mrs. Ernie Helm and about 100 attendees. gifts were china. decorations featured garden flowers, white Madeira cloth, and crystal settings.
Sigma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met Thursday night at Mrs Kay Billings home 2407-A 48th Street. They discussed next year s program and the fall El Paso area convention. Officers named Posey was elected to a post Invitations were extended. The next meeting set for 7 30 pm at Mrs Minnie Brownlee 4215 8th Street.
Mrs. Chuck Bitgood was honored Tuesday night with a layette shower hosted by Mrs. Donald Garth at 4219 45th Street. Assistants included Mrs. Faeton Walker and Miss Laura Saglester.
Mrs. William Magness was appointed chairman of the 1961 campaign for the Dee trophy Foundation at a Friday night Lubbock Chapter meeting at Plains National Bank Jack Krahn presided Ken Neiswender executive secretary explained the foundation aims and goals.
The Liana Estacado Bridge Club met at 7 43 p m Thursday at the Maxey Community Center for a championship men’s and women’s pair game. In the men’s pair winners were L F Marquam and Oby Stuart first James G Allen and Richard Catero second and Mrs Butch Adams and Tony Godsey third. Women’s pair winners were Mrs Rufus Rush and Mrs John Vickers first Mrs L F Marquam and Mrs James Kopf second and Mrs Sam Jondahl and Mrs Dudley Walker third. Monthly masterpoint to be played at 7 45 p m Thursday.
Alpha Chi Omega alumnae entertain at 6 30 p m today for the traditional dinner welcoming new pledges. Dinner served at Garden-Artis Center with Mrs Paul C Turpen in charge of arrangements.
Henry Morgenthau Jr. former secretary of the Treasury under F D Roosevelt was admitted to Vassar Hospital in Poughkeepsie New York on Thursday night after suffering a heart attack. His condition was described as good Friday.
Cody Corbell of Lubbock who leased a machine on his property faced charges over a zoning violation. City officials apologized at City Hall and dropped the case saying it was a misinterpretation of the law about what constitutes an icehouse, with the city assuming responsibility.
Foreign news analysis notes U S delegate Charles C Stelle denouncing Soviet perfidy at the Geneva conference. The two nations face a grim session at the Palace of Nations as talks touch on aid and the nuclear test ban amid distrust and perceived double dealing by the Soviet government.
A 23 year old Derry Cain of TohoK a announces a bid for Texas state representative in the May Democratic primary. Separate items report legal charges against Ellis Dorsey, a workmen payment judgment for Jessie Cuellar, a Legion delegate to Denver, and comments on Soviet testing diplomacy by Tsarapkin amid Geneva talks.
Mrs. George Witt and Mrs. Dick Snodgrass prepared the show and provided commentary on fashions. Mrs. Harry Jung, club president, distributed new yearbooks during the business session. Yearbooks prepared by Mrs. Wayne Houser and Mrs. Pat Bennett. Models for the style show included Sherri Witt, Suzy Hodges, Scarlett Crump, Debbie Edinburgh, Lynette Weaver, Karen McEachern, Brenda Proctor, Patti Edinburgh and Janie Snodgrass.
The Post Lions Garza County Fair will be held today at the county 4H Club building near the City County Park with no livestock exhibits this year. Proceeds go to the Lions Club community welfare fund and include a 5 p.m. barbecue, a cake auction, and a band concert. Midway concessions will be run by the Lions Club and other local organizations.
Xi Gamma Sigma Chapter Beta Sigma Phi held a Thursday night meeting at 3704 Garys. Fourteen members attended with Mrs. Douglas Boren presiding and adopting the budget. A gypsy basket fundraiser and an ice cream social were planned with next gathering set for September 21 at Mrs. Wallace Wardroup’s home.
In Toronto an AP report notes that subway fire extinguisher fluid was used as a makeshift spot remover by passengers, leaving stains. Officials have added a dye to the fluid so offenders can be identified by their spots.
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