Christmas Sales Hit Double Digit Increases Nationwide
Merchants report strong Christmas shopping with double digit gains, led by digital watches, color TVs and luxury items. Stores in Washington up 15 to 45 percent. Miller & Rhoads Richmond up 25 percent, Rich's Atlanta up 20 percent, and St. Louis retailers calling it exceptional. Consumers optimistic as unemployment falls and money remains, with gear like coffee makers, hair dryers, calculators, and microwaves selling briskly in the pre Christmas rush.
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Closed Circuit To Combats Loneliness Of Sick Children
In Houston, doctors warn sick children face withdrawal and even death from hospital isolation. The Houston Medical Center now uses a closed circuit TV channel funded by the local American Women in Radio and Television chapter to show child friendly programming and explain surgeries, reaching about 350 patients daily.
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Three Mexicoans Receive Degrees at Missouri Rolla
Three Mexicoans were among 417 winter graduates at the University of Missouri Rolla. They are Michael F. Mertens of 1313 Pollock with a bachelor of science in petroleum engineering, Michael Lee Fennewald of 908 S Olive with a bachelor of science in engineering management, and Gary Smallwood of 925 E Jackson with a bachelor of science in chemical engineering. Gospel Church Plans Watch Night Service in Wade Street. The FW Gospel Assembly of God Church at 310 North Wade St will hold a three hour Watch Night Service starting at 9 p.m. on Wednesday focusing on the Oneness of the Family of God. The service includes a singspiration, refreshments at 10 p.m., and a final hour with Rev H L Albright speaking on The Scriptural Truth About the Number One Unity. Close to midnight the congregation will participate in a Dedication Service and the Lord's Supper.
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