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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1952

Page

2

Newlyweds Will Live In Midland

Mr and Mrs Jack Schrenkel newlyweds will reside in Midland after their wedding vows December 19 in Odessa First Methodist Church The Rev Edwin E Parker officiated June Ward Andrews was maid of honor Dennis Rushing Odessa best man Mrs Schrenkel daughter of Luther Warner of Grapeland Schrenkel engineer for Stanolind Oil and Gas Company Midland

June Ward Andrews Dennis Rushing Odessa Benny Farmer Schrenkel North Texas State College Denton Andrews School Texas University Stanolind Oil and Gas Company Midland Marie Bob Henderson Jack Paxton Stanolind North Cowden

Barstow Family Christmas Reunion Gathered Relatives

Dr and Mrs W D Black hosted a Christmas reunion with their children and spouses arriving from Phoenix Albuquerque Snyder Abilene Pecos and Snyder. Attendees included Lane Black Cathie Phillip Reid Estes Bettie Gena John Fielder and Bill Bingham families and four children.

Richard Mike Abilene Bill Bingham Nancy Johnny Susan Judith Ann Pecos

Married son seeks chance to find himself and move on

Dear Mary Haworth analyzes Dwight 26 who feels tied to his job and fears quitting. Parents’ overprotective support fuels his indecision and low mood. A specialist counseling option is suggested at the County Mental Hygiene Clinic for insight and guidance.

Mary Haworth Dwight G. B M. H. Mary Haworth The Washington Post King Features Syndicate

Pre-Nuptials Honor Odessa Bride-Elect Billie Deen Hope

Miss Billie Deen Hope, bride-elect of Gordon Clark, was feted with December events in Odessa. A Dec 13 bridal shower at 3124 N Muskingum in Midland, hosted by Mrs. Frank Douglas, featured a lace cloth table and yellow chrysanthemum centerpiece with wedding bands motif. Attendees included numerous Odessa and Midland residents, with gifts and calling hours noted. A separate Dec 4 gift party at 1119 N Colorado, Midland, hosted by Mrs. Pauline Kirk and Mrs. D L Coleman followed by a small luncheon on Dec 6 hosted by Mrs. Bryan B Hewitt, honored Hope and her daily Odessa–Midland commuting friends.

Billie Deen Hope Gordon Clark Frank Douglas N. Muskingum Mmes Garlen Eubanks Bert Jackson Bob Steakley Velma Hope H. L. Alsup Lawrence Black Liege Brothers Ray Carter A. L. Casparis Eddie Check Bill Davisson Arlie Diamond Ed Etheridge J. Connally Evans Bill Evridge James Gardner Ed Helm Homer Minward Perry Winley Raymond Robinson Odessa Mies Sam Cunningham Lorna Blanton N. O Sullivan Enochs Ray Check Jack Grant Gene D'Orsavy Ray Nell Monahans John N. Parker Seminole L. A. Ford Fullerton B. W. Brown A. C. Giddings Semirole A. A. Upchurch Bill Bonner Siege Brothers G. G. Eubanks Charles Eubanks Paula Eubanks Wanda Hancock J. D. Menderson R. L Hite W. R. Johnson Leslie Woods Midland A. B. Carden Robert Donnell J. E. Gallian Jack Harbison W. T. Hays Donald Kirk Ielda Patteson C. A Ross

Stocking an Emergency Food Shelf for Civil Defense

A California Civil Defense pamphlet advises households to stock three days of ready to eat foods and essentials. It outlines groups to include such as milk, meats, vegetables, fruits, cereals, fats, and beverages, plus extras like coffee and sugar for family resilience after disasters.

Civil Defense California State Office of Civil Defense Sacramento

Washable jeweled sweaters prove easy care

Questioned if sweaters decorated with spears rhinestones or sequins could be washed. The guide says they are as washable as plain sweaters using the same gentle techniques with lukewarm suds and careful handling.

Holiday Visitors and Military Moves From Odessa Area

Odessa area holiday notes list visiting relatives and service members. SUE EDDINS visits her parents from Murray College of Agriculture Oklahoma. Ensign CONRAD LEE ARNOLD sails to California then Korea in 1953. Families host GEE and NICHOLSON engagements noted. Teen BETTY MccURTY studies ballet in New York. Pfc JAMES W. GEORGE departs Camp Lejeune for Caribbean duty. Numerous Barstow Del Rio and McCamey ties register as Christmas visits.

W. M. Clark West 23Rd Conrad Lee Arnold Navy Wichita Falls California Korea James W. George McCamey Babe George Camp LaJaune N.C Caribbean Claude Yaieton R. A. Bargers W. E. Crews

Williams Home Showcases Unique Plans and Features

Mrs Grace K Williams of Coffeyville Kansas details the new W T Williams home at 1005 West 15th built from the ground up with cement block walls and pebble tile, sunroom crab orchard stone, redwood paneling and vast glass panels. She notes the Williams brothers Odessa Valve and Machine Co growth into welding tank building and architectural steel. The home highlights storage through sliding wood panels and a garden facing layout reflecting flower culture and porch space.

Grace K. Williams Walnut Kansas Writers’ Club Coffeyville Kan Williams Bros Odessa W. T. Williams West 15Th Odessa Valve and Machine Co Penwell Ave Permian Basin Origan

Miss Saylor-Luther Folsom Weds in Home Ceremony

Miss Margaret Janice Saylor became the bride of Luther Well Folsom in a Dec 20 semi formal home ceremony officiated by Rev. Edwin W. Parker. The couple will reside at 223 College Drive San Angelo where the groom is stationed with the Air Force.

Margaret Janice Saylor Luther Well Folsom Edwin W. Parker First Methodist Church C. L. Saylor N. Sam Houston A. J. Folsom Pine Bluff Ark Faille Virgil Chcom Port Arthur Marion Sallie Franklin James Broman Goodfellow Afb San Angelo John Parry Saylor Wilson Franklin T. B. Hunter Arkansas College Drive Goodfellow Fields Air Force Folsom Odessa Shannon Memorial Hospital Medical Center Hospital Belvin Ark Virgil Beckcom Curt Beckcom Bob Underwood Klamath Falls Ore James ,Broman

All-Silver Tree Decorates Women's Party

Barstow special report on the Presbyterian Church women’s Christmas party held Dec 22 at Mrs Inez Dudley Rogers home. An all silver tree crafted from coat hangers and silver foil formed the centerpiece with silver decorations and blue stars.

Barstow The Presbyterian Church Inez Dudley Rogers

Odessa Chapter 447 Eastern Star Meeting Set

A called meeting of Odessa Chapter No 447 Order of Eastern Star is scheduled for 8 p m Monday December 29 at the Masonic hall.

Odessa Order of Eastern Star Masonic Hall

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Addie Masters Imary Haworth Laura Self Bernice Smith Miss Hope Bryan B. Hewitt West Mrs. Hewitt Janee Choate Margaret Sturges Dacron Orion West Texas Office Supply Texas T. W. Huffman Roger Gee Abilene Christian College Leonard Gee Lon Ciruti Baytown Betty Nicholson Sgt H. L Rich Sam Houston State College Don Campbell West 13Th Cpl Gene Campbell Kessler Afb Miss Gerald Campbell Karen Keith Fort Bliss Charlotte University of Texas Mas Robert McMadden Paul Phillips N. Amburgey McMadden Las Vegas del Rio Nevada Air Force Base Cole Menefee Hilltop Drive Emory Menefee Mit Boston Betty Mce- Curty 13Th Street New York City Nevada Fred Long Roy Gene Long Nellis Afb JO Ann Halloway Williams Home Western Auto Associate Store Willie Clean John Lyle Ste. Cas Idry Cleaners Miss Saylor Luther Folsom Say Society Mary Farren Ladies’ Home Journal Bea aNake New York Baylor Dallas Pioneer Mrs. Baird Hlora Bercoreri Dial
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