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Newspaper
Monahans News
Location
Monahans, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1959
Page
3
Multiple First Baptist Women's Missionary Society circles held study sessions Tuesday, with Helen Tisdale, Mrs. Reed, and Mrs. Murray among leaders. Prayers and lists were shared by numerous hosts and attendees, including Mrs. Bragg and Mrs. Smyers, as groups met in homes for devotionals and Christmas-themed programs.
The Past Matron's Club met at Mrs. J. C. Hogg's home with co hosts revealing secret pals and exchanging Christmas gifts. A program of Christmas songs and customs was given by Mrs. J. B. Hanson, Mrs. Paul Peacock and Miss Leona Stubblefield.
Fashion notes highlight wig use and DIY color, with salon trends from Charles of the Ritz. Hairdos favor soft chiseling and mid neck lengths, featuring puffs, twists, toppers, or straight backs with clever parts. Holiday looks aim for regal, Fairy Queen vibes using natural hair rather than wigs.
Local clubs churches and organizations announce holiday gatherings from December 18 to December 31. Events include Methodist Men dinner at First Methodist Church social room, XI Beta Omega Christmas party, Bethany Class at First Baptist, Ward County children party by VFW and Auxiliary at Pyote VFW Hall, Middleton Sudderth PTA party, Gamma Club hostess, Rum Double Class at First Methodist, Christmas cantatas at Presbyterian and First Baptist, piano recitals at High School Auditorium, St Pauls Lutheran Christmas pageant, American Legion Auxiliary Christmas program, First Methodist Sunday School party, St Pauls Lutheran Christmas party, Student Night at First Baptist, and a Watch Night at First Baptist Church fellowship hall.
The Southside Baptist Woman's Missionary Union held its weekly business meeting Tuesday morning. Devotional by Mrs. C. A. Guill on Love and Soul-Winning Visitation. Prayer led by Mrs. L. W. Davis and others. Calendar of prayer read by Mrs. Gaylon Rogers. Executives met prior with Guill presiding. H. M. Shelton and Francis Bristow present. Bertha Wall Circle met Monday for mission study led by Mrs. Montie Conklin.
Edgar E. Sprinkle son of Mr and Mrs E E Sprinkle at 1202 S Eric named to St Marys University midterm honors list by President Very Reverend Walter J Buehler S M. He appears in the Honors group for a B average.
Mrs Kent entertained Entre Nous Club members and guests at a Christmas bridge luncheon in her new home. A silver tree, holly sprigs, red carnations and a punch bowl graced the table. Scores: Mrs Hostetler high, Mrs Thrasher second. bingo winner Mrs White for guests, Mrs Kent for members.
Mrs. Vance Cook and Mrs. Jerry Talkington were honored at a bridge luncheon hosted by Mrs. Bill Jolley at 1303 South Franklin. The two honorees, soon moving to Midland, received silver gifts. high score went to Mrs. Talkington, second to Mrs. Trey Edwards, and bingo was won by Mrs. Billy Stanfield.
Patricia Ann Money hosted a birthday party at home on December 14 to celebrate her second birthday. Guests included Donna Magness Vanessa Simmons Wes Campbell Bobby Campbell James Money Carol Money Jacqueline Money and Patricia Money. Attending mothers were Mrs Johnny Simmons Mrs Kenneth Money and the honoree s mother.
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