Odessa Women Lead 1955 Headlines
An Odessa feature highlights prominent local women making news in 1955. The piece notes achievements and social roles shaping the community, with profiles and event mentions across Midland and surrounding areas.
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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1955
Page
14
An Odessa feature highlights prominent local women making news in 1955. The piece notes achievements and social roles shaping the community, with profiles and event mentions across Midland and surrounding areas.
Odessa women channeled leadership into government, arts, welfare, and community service amid a busy year. Notable events include the National Federation of Music Clubs session led by Mrs. Paul Moss, and Mrs. Leland R. Croft named Odessa’s First Lady. The year emphasized Miss West Texas pageants, medical and park projects, and broad volunteer aid through 101 annual activities and numerous clubs.
Peggy Stephenson and Russell A. Cox wed at Andrews Church of Christ on December 15. Officiant was Hugh Ousley. The bride’s family and Cox relatives attended a formal ceremony with blue silver and white decor. After a reception at the Community building the couple plans a home in Andrews following a trip to Ruidoso New Mexico.
Members of the First Baptist Esther Class met at 7 30 p m Tuesday at 821 N Washington in observance of the Christmas season. Joyce Harrison led a devotion on Mary and Mrs Max Me Eachern offered prayer. Secret pals exchanged gifts and Christmas packages. Cake and coffee were served to a list of attendees.
A new crop of Fuerte avocados is entering markets with smooth thin skins. Plan to feature them in salads and appetizers for holiday menus.
A fragment urges removing the sharp tip from a rubber bulb ear syringe with scissors to drain nasal drips from a baby who cannot blow the nose yet. This instructional tone reflects home remedy guidance for infant care.
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