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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1973
Page
9
Calendar notes show Emmanuel White Shrine at 7 30 p m and Burroughs Masonic Temple hosting events April 23 for junior past officers party and Easter program led by Mrs John Burchfield.
LADDONIA Mrs Roger Motley announces the engagement of their daughter Joyce Motley to Larry Ashlock son of Mr and Mrs Stanley Garnett of Laddonia Joyce is a University of Missouri senior majoring in merchandising and fashion while Ashlock a psychology graduate of the same university now employed with EJ Ross and Associates in Kansas City A June wedding is planned
Xi Gamma Alpha Chapter hosts Founders Day dinner May 2 at Mark Twain Cafe near Paris with Mrs Carroll Curry as hostess. Also reports another order of useful articles for Mexico's Cerebral Palsy School from chapter coupons. New officers installed led by Mrs John Paul Peak.
Molino Musketeers 4-H Club ran lunch at the Alfred Suhr sale on Saturday, clearing 120 dollars. Monday’s card party preceded a regular meeting with Cedar Grove Club updates and a demonstration by Clothing Two. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Baker. Attorney Runge spoke on ecology to Audrain County 4-H Junior Leaders at the 4-H Center, with Diane Newbrough introducing him. Jack Wills led pledges. Bob Stanford, treasurer, reported 432.41 dollars on hand.
Gregory Wayne Bryson, son of Mr and Mrs Wayne Bryson of 820 N Craig Sr, has enrolled as a freshman at Central Missouri State University Warrensburg. He is Mexico High School graduating class member, active in concert choir four years, Key Club, National Forensic League, COE, VICA, drama award winner 1972, state drama certificate of Excellence, named Mexico's first police cadet last year, and employed by American National Stores St Louis. He attends First Baptist Church.
Bethel United Methodist Women met at the Bethel church with Mrs. H E Hemphill as hostess. President Mrs. Cloyd Dingman reported donations sent to the American Red Cross and Cancer Drive and plans for the district meeting at Mexico United Methodist Church on April 28.
Mrs Hubert Williams was saluted Thursday for fifty years of service to the Order of the Eastern Star. The event at Burroughs Masonic Temple featured a corsage from Mrs Nelson Groves and remarks from Mrs Anderson and Mrs Virginia Roberson. Williams first joined OBS in Jacksonville in 1920, served as worthy matron in 1924 and 1925, and transferred to Mexico in 1936.
Mr and Mrs William G M Robertson of Alexandria Virginia announce the birth of their son William De Witt Robertson on Thursday. The couple, formerly of Mexico, now reside in Virginia.
The Cedar Grove Extension Club held a regular card party Saturday evening at the 4 H Center. Hosts were Loran Gibbs, Cloyd Dingman, and their spouses. High score favors went to Mrs. Roy Hannah and Odell Priest, with low favors to Jim Stephenson and Estil Woolfolk.
Mexico Business and Professional Women's Club met at the Royal Cafe for dinner and a talk by Rev Patrick Dolan, assistant pastor of St. Brendan Church. He spoke on conditions in Ireland. New club officers were introduced. Severe weather kept attendance to 29 of 70.
Easter Egg Cooking Tips From the United States Department of Agriculture shared by Clemmie Moody. Cook eggs at a low temperature to avoid green discoloration from a sulfur iron reaction. Simmer for about 20 minutes, then cool under cold water. Store dyed eggs in the fridge and eat within one to two days. Keep eggs away from heat sources.
Miss Janice Rana Joslin of Sullivan will wed Robert Stephen George of Mexico on June 1 in Sullivan. Joslin expects a May graduation from Southwest Missouri State University with a B S in Education, while George will earn a B A in Economics from the University of Missouri and later join his father in the family automobile business in Mexico.
The Nature Helpers Garden Club visited Mrs. James Hill in Mexico Route 4 to view seed beds. Seven vegetables and many flowers were growing with gourd seed started for spring planting. Members noted snow damage to roses and shrubs and shared extra pinks nasturtiums zinnia seeds. Attendees included Mrs. J W Baker Mrs. Donald Buie Mrs. W E Clement Mrs. Anne Doyle Mrs. Henry R Durrett Mrs Thelma Edwards Mrs Nick Friedberg Mrs Margaret Story and guest Mrs Robert L Kerr. Next meeting May 1 with Mrs E M Doyle.
Women's Moose chapter meeting planned for May 3 at chairman Mrs. Marvin Adams home with attendees Mrs. Poage Eastin Erdel and Power. XNC Club April meeting at the Monterey had 28 members with Mrs. Hammond joining and Hartell chairing nominating. card winners named. The Melody Martins 4 H Club hosted 35 members and 14 visitors. reports on Cooking I II Forestry and knitting demo. Easter Hat Parade winners listed. refreshments served. Pre-School Mother's Club heard plans for Fairground Park bake sale May 11 and a May night out. cake decorating demo given. new members Lees and Polacek welcomed.
Mrs. George Hogan led the Mexico Garden Club delegation to Fulton to hear landscape artist Edith Sinclair Moser of St. Louis. New Welcome Wagon officers were introduced at the Monterey Restaurant with plans for June installation.
Gamma Lambda of Beta Sigma Phi met at Mrs. Ron Gipson’s home in April with Mrs. Alton Real, president, noting the Founder's Day banquet at Knights of Columbus Hall on April 30 at 6 15 p m. A Mother’s Day dinner is set for May 2 at Picador Lounge at 6 30 p m. The group plans dinner dancing in Columbia on May 5 and a Stephen’s College production of Anything Goes on May 8. A bunny party for children and members was arranged at Lakeview Park with a sculpture and painting program by Mrs. Ron Whittaker. Easter bonnet credits were clarified, attributing the Mexico Women’s Club to another group and the Welcome Wagon Club as the source.
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