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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1948

Page

2

Christmas Party Hosts Welcome Parents and Children

Mr. and Mrs. Merton A. Abington hosted a festive informal Christmas gathering with Santa Claus visiting. Attendees included multiple couples and their children, and decorations featured red roses and a decorated tree. The season also highlights the country club New Year’s Eve dance with an open buffet.

Bayou DeSiard Country Club Merton A. Abington Santa Claus Santa Grayson Guthrie Tran Jimmie L. C. Fuller Kirk Tommy Dick Bradley Ann Duncan Smith Duncan, Jr Hugh Travis Oliver Sally Travis, Jr Ronnie Lee Davis Jim Graves North Susan Warren Taylor Warren Marjorie Margaret Louise Eric Waller Cathy C. A. King Country Club

Holiday guests of Judge Harper entertain visitors

Holiday guests of Judge and Mrs. William Harper include Mrs. Harper's sister Mrs. W. S. Dixon of Ruleville Mississippi Mr. and Mrs. Paul D Orr of Sierra Madre California and Miss Billye Harper home from Newcomb College. Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Frazier Jr have returned from their wedding trip to Cuba and are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Charles Reid.

William Harper Fred M. Frazier, Jr Cuba Charles Reid Reid

Christmas social at Tallulah club hosts visiting scholars and relatives

A party at the Tallulah Country Club hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Frazier Sr. features Charles H. Reid Jr of Rice Institute visiting his family. Guests include Mrs. Frank Snyder from Carlisle visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. John B. Hays, and Miss Sara Larche arriving for the holiday.

Tallulah Country Club Maurice Frazier, Sr Charles H. Reid, Jr Rice Institute Houston Texas John B. Hays Snyder Craig Hays Sara Larche Mrs. L. E. Larche

Holiday Visit Plans Highlight Tennessean Judge's Son

A Tennessee family enjoys a planned reunion as the judge and Mrs. David I. Garrett prepare to host their son arriving Thursday from the University of Tennessee at Memphis for a holiday visit.

University of Tennessee At Memphis David I. Garrett

Toys for underprivileged children at Walter S. Savage Jr. post party

The Good Fellows and auxiliary distributed a variety of toys to needy children at the annual Christmas party aboard the post’s floating home on Pine Street landing. Santa visited, handed out gifts to children and parents, and urged good behavior.

Good Fellows Walter S. Savage, Jr Post Pine Street Landing Santa Claus Santa

Fragrant oils give each flower its unique scent

Flower petals emit tiny oil globules with varying composition per species. The oils release characteristic fragrances, making each bloom distinct in aroma and scent profile.

Christmas Gift of Salvation Declared by Trinity Lutheran

The church proclaims the greatest Christmas gift is free through belief in Christ Jesus who came to save sinners. Readings cite John 3 16 and Romans 5 8 as foundations. Services at Trinity Lutheran Church 300 D Arbonne at Harrison include Sunday School 9 30 and evening service at 7 45 with contact 4358.

Christ Jesus God Trinity Lutheran Church D'Arbonne Harrison

Society Calendar Details Weekend Gatherings and Weddings

A sequence of society events lists open houses hosted by Mr and Mrs Roger White Saturday from 10 to 12. Sunday festivities include a Benson-Sentell wedding party at the Hamilton residence at 3. Delta Sigma holds a 2 15 meeting at Ralph King 416 Hudson lane. General details cover weddings, rehearsals, club dances, church groups and a Magnolia Study Club meeting.

Roger White Benson-Sentell J. H. Hamilton Delta Sigma Ralph King Hudson Lane Council of Jewish Women Temple Annex Betty Jean Benson J. G. Sentell Bride J. S. Harbuck Pat Harbuck C. C. Colvert Marguerite Colvert Brunson-Phelps Jean Phelps Charles M. Brunson First Baptist Church Sophie Davidson Nathan Laudenheimer Temple B’naul Israel Delta Sigma Fraternity Woman's Society of Christian Service Stone Avenue Methodist Church

Saipan Carrier Heads to Greenland Rescue Mission

The navy sails the 10,000 ton carrier Saipan to reach 11 men stranded on a Greenland icecap after a C-47 crash. Heavy weather and winds threaten delays, with a planned Christmas dinner if rescue fails tonight.

Washington Navy Greenland Norfolk Saipan Air Force

Egyptians claim repulse of Jewish attack in southern Palestine

Cairo reports that Egyptian forces repelled a multi-front Jewish land sea and air assault on southern Palestine positions. The war ministry said the fighting began Tuesday and ended Wednesday, with heavy enemy losses and retreat after concentrated Egyptian blows. A UN Haifa report noted a possible broader Israeli offensive and peace talks pressure.

Cairo Egypt Palestine Ministry of War United Nations Haifa Tel Aviv Negev Security Council War Ministry Faluja

Cacti Range From Button Size to 40 Foot Giants

Hundreds of cactus species native to Arizona vary greatly in size from the tiny button to the giant saguaro. The saguaro can reach about 40 feet tall, showcasing the wide range of forms found in the region.

Arizona

Sea Scouts Hold Informal Party At AMVETS Muster

Members of Sea Scout Ship No. 1 sponsored by Walter S. Savage Jr AMVETS Post were treated to a hot dog feed at a muster held in the AMVETS boat quarters at Pine Street Landing. Hot dogs and cold drinks were served to all attendees.

Sea Scout Walter S. Savage, Jr Post Amvets Ship Company Pine Street Landing

Event Scheduled for Thursday Evening

A company event is set for 7 30 o clock Thursday night, December 30, with attendees expected to arrive and participate in the scheduled program.

Pany

Not the Color Balls React to Strangers During Play

The text notes that balls grow enRaged before a white object as a red one, driven not by color but by the sight of a strange figure. It emphasizes that unfamiliar presence, not hue, triggers reaction in the scene.

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