4-H society plans events at Sampson residence
At a Sampson home meeting 4-H Go Getters and Homemakers tested table manners and dental knowledge with Wayne Sampson winning a prize. Committees for Share the Fun and Pounds Hollow were named, with Sherry Webb chairing Share the Fun. Members include Linda Garlinghouse, Karen Book, Douglas Book, Wayne Sampson, Marv Whisenhunt, Vickie Whisenhunt, and Mike Woodrame. A hayride and wiener roast were planned for Saturday at Mrs Threat’s home. Karen Book led the pledge and Mary Whisenhunt led the 4-H pledge.
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Sampson
Wayne Sampson
Share the Fun
Pounds Hollow
Sherry Webb
Linda Garlinghouse
Karen Book
Douglas Book
Terry Sampson
Marv Whisenhunt
Vickie Whisenhunt
Mike Woodrame
Pinewood Derby crowns Cub Scouts at First Presbyterian
Cub Scout Pack 104 met at the First Presbyterian Church on May 25 for a Pinewood Derby after a picnic dinner due to rain. Eddie Schwitz won first, Geoffrey Smith second, and Ken Schwitz third for fastest cars. best appearing cars were awarded to David Whitney, Sam Aikman, and Mike Denham. Den Mothers handed out den awards and advancement honors were earned during the event.
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First Presbyterian Church
Curtis Parker
W. M. Proefrock
Cubs
Eddie Schwitz
Geoffrey Smith
Ken Schwitz
David Whitney
Sam Aikman
Mike Denham
den Mothers
Den
Mike McKenzie
Jack Overstreet
Mark Milroy
Den 4
Dear Abby column reader letters and advice
A collage of Dear Abby submissions and responses on tax guilt, dating norms, neighbor harassment, sharing comb etiquette, and a jab at Johnson era telephones. Abby counsels honesty with the IRS, respectful dating boundaries, gentle rebuffs to a gabby neighbor, personal hygiene boundaries, and practical tips for writing polite letters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Charlie
Department of Internal Revenue
Cubs Scout Den recognitions and awards noted
Past month Sam Aikman Gold and Silver Arrows in Wolf division. Dwight Brehm received Wolf Badge and Gold Arrow. Steven Slifka Geoffrey Smith Jamie McKenzie David Whitney Mike McKenzie earned badges. Mike Denham Silver Arrow. Bear division includes Kenny Schwitz Wolf Badge. Den 4 had nearest appearing group. Den 1 had highest parent presence. Den mothers recognized for year of service.
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Sam Aikman
Dwight Brehm
Steven Slifka
Geoffrey Smith
Jamie McKenzie
Denner
David Whitney
Webelos
Mike McKenzie
Mike Denham
Kenny Schwitz
Den 4
Den 1
New Outlook From a Bedbound Daydream
While recovering from a bout of miseries a writer discovers through magazine ads a possible future as a defense attorney. She imagines studying law by mail, courts, and bench theatrics, while contemplating side ventures like mushroom farming and fish bait production, plus a confidential loan.
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Perry Mason
Jefferson County
Glenn
Polly's Pointers on bed rest and borrowing woes
Dear Polly shares a home care tip for a 17 year old on mononucleosis using a chaise lounge converted in the living room for sleeping eating and watching TV. Another reader asks how to handle a neighbor who borrows and returns damaged items. Polly and readers suggest reverse borrowing ideas and frame painting tips to avoid smears during drying.
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Polly
Mae
Beause
Socially Yours and Holiday Visits Across Town
A social column recounts visits and travels: Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dulaney and daughter BarbaraAnn of St Louis with Herman Dulaney family. Mr and Mrs Russell Philips visiting Chicago after Memorial Day weekend with Burrell Phillips family. supper at Lester Phillips home. Mrs Frank Moyer of Bloomington visiting cousin Clyde Capp and others in Dahlgren Woodlawn. Dalton Fleener of East Peoria with E Ex Fleener family. Sunday visit from Emery Cooper Dale Cooper and Millie Cooper of Alton. Dorothy Sulcer returns home after two weeks with son Jimmie Paul Sulcer in Norfolk VA where he serves in the Navy. Sulcer also visits Bill Howard and family in Virginia Beach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Dulaney
Barbara Ann
St. Louis
Herman Dulaney
This City
Russell Philips
Chicago
Burrell Phillips
Lester Phillips
Frank Moyer
Bloomington
Clyde Capp
Dahlgren
Woodlawn
Dalton Fleener
East Peoria
Til
E. Ex. Fleener
Fleener
Emery Cooper
Dale Cooper
Millie Cooper
Alton
Dorothy Sulcer
Jimmie Paul Sulcer
Norfolk
U. S. Navy
Reading trouble beyond IQ in young student
Dear reader describes a boy with an IQ of 12 who struggles to read. The column explains IQ alone does not determine reading ability and cites studies showing group testing misalignments. Causes may include physical, neurological, social, or emotional factors, suggesting remedial evaluation and early action through a reading clinic and supportive schooling.
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Kinedergarten
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