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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1972
Page
3
A collage of Dear Abby letters recalls multiple marriage proposals told in humorous or tender terms. Readers from Illinois Philadelphia Bloomington Buffalo recount funny risks and memorable moments from engagements and weddings. The column preserves era tones and personal anecdotes.
The Wilton Club met Thursday afternoon at Mrs. Bever ly Norton's home to honor Mother's Day. Hostesses included Mrs. Aene Marine Mrs. Rosemary Ehrecke and Mrs. Dorothy Budelier. Ruth Scott read What is a Mother Housewives Lament For Mother When I Became an In law and A Tribute to Mother. Mrs. Scott opened with a reading Reads by Rachel Fields. Games awarded Mrs. Josephine MecClean a flower for most children total of four. Minnie Ochiltree won for oldest mother and Myrtle Moylea received a plant.
Miss Patty Cockshoot became the bride of Ike Norris in a 3 p.m. Sunday ceremony at Wesley United Methodist chapel. Officiant Dr. J Henry Teele led the double ring rite. The bride, daughter of Kenneth and Mrs Cockshoot of Muscatine, wore white organza as lavender and purple pew bows marked the setting.
Eta Mu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at Weed park for a potluck supper with 21 members. A business meeting and birthday gift exchange followed at Jan Dillman’s home. Reports on next year’s events, a gift exchange, and desserts were served. A coffee gathering is planned for June 20 at Weed park for members, guests, and children. The next meeting is in September.
Linda Grady and Timothy Newton wed at Otterbein United Methodist Church in a 2 p.m. ceremony officiated by Rev. J Paul Stevens. The couple’s parents are Verle F Grady and Elmer Newton. Attendees from Davenport, Wilton, Wapello, Iowa, Spokane and San Diego attended the ceremony.
Karen Pallischeck and John Thornquist exchanged wedding vows at 1 30 PM Sunday at 1740 Devitt Ave Davenport The ceremony was conducted by the Baha is of Davenport with readings and prayers by local residents A reception followed with about 175 guests They will reside at 1800 Watrous Apt Des Moines
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