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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1972
Page
3
Readers discuss no funeral wishes and the ethics of mourning with letters from Oklahoma City Cleveland and Charlotte. Debates cover private services versus public farewells, honoring the deceased, and gifts such as eye donation and organ support.
A reader asks for reliable guidance on adding a bathroom and laundry, plus a partial second floor for two bedrooms. The adviser recommends The Complete Book of Home Remodeling Improvement and Repair by A M Watkins as a solid owner oriented resource, available for 1 45 plus 35 cents handling from All About Houses, 855 River Road Piermont New York 10968.
A small delicate dress described as sweet yet deadly in tone, made from whispering taffeta. The line suggests fashion as a safeguard for social standing, pairing innocence with a dangerous edge. The description evokes a contrast between sweetness and siren-like impact.
The 1935 French liner Nor mandie crossed the Atlantic in four days eleven hours on her maiden voyage setting speed records. In 1937 the Duke of Windsor married Mrs Wallis Warfield Simpson of Baltimore in France.
Lambda Rho Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held its final meeting of the year at Nancy Bailey's home on May 16 with Opening Ritual. Minutes approved, correspondence from Edison school thanked for supplies and a notice from Southern Illinois Regional Volunteer Service Council about a May 23 meeting. Betty Ferrier attended to report, treasurer's report approved, new standing rules read and voted, City Council report noted, charity donations announced, camera purchase approved with Janet Jones in charge, budget discussed and approved, best program honored as The Art Of Thinking by Gloria Sloan. Pledge ritual completed, yardstick filled, three star rating assigned, cultural programs presented, meeting adjourned with Mizpah. Engaged: Sandra Lee Haley to Grant Cortelloni of Canal Zone, Panama. wedding plans pending.
The Hopper Homemakers gathered at Mrs. Sue Hause's residence for their May meeting with seven members and one visitor, Mrs. Jamita Morgan, present. Kip Harper gave the blessing before a noon meal, then a brief business session followed by games. Georgia Wangler received the special gift and Mrs. Ruby Buck celebrated a birthday with a mystery pal gift. The next meeting is set for Mrs. Phyllis Wilson's home on June 8.
The East Salem Friendship club held its regular meeting May 18 at Maude Morris's home with thirteen members present. After prayer led by Retha Hayes a potluck luncheon followed. Shirley Hayes presided and conducted business while Shirley Reeker read the minutes and took roll. Cards were signed for several members and the next meeting is set for June 15 at Shirley Reeker's home.
Mrs Mattie McDonald returns to her Mt Vernon home after visiting Brooklyn Arkansas with her nephews and families. Born and raised in Brooklyn, she is making the homeward stop with relatives in the Arkansas trip.
Jeffrey Hunt Williams of Crossville visited this week with relatives Mr. and Mrs. John Tolbert and Mr. and Mrs. Ken dall Hunt while his parents Rev. and Mrs. Carl V. Williams attended the Annual Conference at McKendree College in Lebanon Illinois.
James D. Glassman son of Mr and Mrs Jerome Glassman of 2011 Lake St Mt Vernon will earn a bachelor of science in journalism from Northwestern University Medill School in Evanston Illinois after completing his studies.
Two Dahlgren teachers, Mrs. Jean Malone and Mrs. Bernice Hogshead, were guests of honor at a Dahlgren schools coffee break on May 29. Hogshead, retiring after 24 years in Illinois education, received a sterling silver tray. Malone, departing after eight years in Business Education, received baby shower gifts.
Leslie Porter, head of the math department at Casey Junior High, was among 63 graduates initiated into Phi Kappa Phi at a Southern Illinois University banquet. He will earn a masters degree in guidance on June 9.
A vintage salad guide features an assortment of greens and toppings. It lists tomato wedges lettuce hard cooked egg slices ham cut in strips roka blue cheese green pepper strips and shoe string potatoes served on a lettuce lined platter with watercress. Substitutions include cold roast beef bologna or salami cheese tuna crab or shrimp and dressings such as Kraft Thousand Island Salad Secret Green Onion Catalina French or Miracle Whip French.
The Campground 4H Club met at Jeff Mariam's home on May 25 with President Charles Richison presiding. Mary Ann Finn demonstrated braiding with eight pieces and Jeff Mariam spoke about a Death Valley vacation. Visitor Larry Wachtel attended. refreshments followed. The Flames for Christ sang at Schumm Nursing Home in Bluford, led by Karen Mills and others. Jacque Gregory and Lenora White served desserts and residents expressed thanks.
The next gathering is scheduled for June 8 and will be hosted at the residence of Cindy Stader. Attendees should plan accordingly and note the location details as provided.
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