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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1955
Page
3
Textured cotton knits enter the season with rich fall hues that resist shrinking and hold their shape through washes. These versatile fabrics promise durable wear and vibrant tones for autumn wardrobes.
The Stevens and Gruenwald wedding featured lace and satin details with a cathedral train and heirloom rosepoint lace veil. The couple planned a two week Colorado honeymoon and will reside in Remsen Iowa after August 29. Mrs Gruenwald is a Muscatine alumna. Mr Gruenwald, a Davenport and Cornell college graduate and Remsen high school coach.
Miss Nancy Karen Boldt and Edward Dora wed in a small farm ceremony with Pat Schmidt in charge of the gift book. The couple will reside at 318 West Eighth Street after a short honeymoon. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Cecil Criger and daughter Joyce and Marvin Schaff from Detroit.
A miscellaneous shower honoring Miss Audrey Toyne is planned for 7:30 p m at Cedar Valley. Friends and relatives are invited to attend as preparations for her marriage to be announced continue.
If you are brunette, avoid dark color hats. Choose bright hues to contrast the hair and draw attention to the face.
Social Glances notes a church event with a potential picnic moved to parish hall in rain. A WECS meeting is scheduled for 12 m on Wednesday at the church.
A Bruner family reunion drew 102 attendees including Sandy Vickie Mia Ethel Darrel Ham Roger Howell Janet Douglas Guy Hopkins Lauren Goddard Dennis Linda Lyle Esmail Cheryl Jimmie Orville Ronnie Mike Ernest Kent Don McDaniel Weldon McDaniel and other relatives at the event.
The reception for about 200 guests followed the church ceremony. The bride Mrs Ruby Brei and Miss Mar provided vocal selections during the hour. Mrs McDaniel, a Muscatine High School graduate, works at Muscatine Bank and Trust Co. Mr McDaniel, also a Muscatine High School graduate, serves in the Navy.
A birthday celebration was held at 306 Latham Street with games, entertainment, and favors. Lunch was served as the honoree received gifts from guests and hosts in Miami Florida. Attendees included Randall Townsend Barbara Walker Bill Koepping Dennis Wheeler Ruth Edith Starkweather Judy Wheeler Steve Wheeler Nadine Estabrook Cindy Haller and the honoree’s great grandmother Lydia Blake.
A surprise gathering on Third Street honored Ralph Reynolds with a time of fellowship and refreshments. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Fisher and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rey attended the event.
Mr. and Mrs. Meredith Johnson of Peoria were Friday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Smith. Bruce Washburn family visiting at Atlanta Missouri to see mother. Donna McGuire and Sandra McGuire of Muscatine visiting grandparents. Maynard Fender of Santa Barbara visiting mother Bonnie Finch. Seen Peean H Finch of Grand Island and Sam Bates of Boise guests at John Irwin home. Mrs. Wendel Peterson and son visiting with Fred Forrest and relatives. Kenneth Reynolds of Rock Island visiting Penn Shin I be.
A Texas fair kicks off 'Old Maids Day' drawing many unmarried women from across the state to the event.
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