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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1957

Page

6

Pre Nuptial Compliments Honor Gradene Bingham

Multiple pre nuptial gatherings honor Miss Chadene Bingham bride elect of Edward Barham with luncheons showers and breakfasts at Odessa venues. Guests, flowers and pink white motifs mark events leading to the June 22 wedding at Odessa First Baptist Church.

Gradene Bingham Chadene Bingham Edward Barham Odessa First Baptist Church G. C. Bingham Casa Grande Drive Odessa J. Raymond Barham N. Muskingame Odessa Country Club Mines Stanley Clark Abilene James Perry Oklahoma City Okla Tommy Warren Muskogee Jaynie DelFee Elect

Henderson and Collins Drug Advertisement

Henderson and Collins Drug at 409 West Grant advertises pharmacy services and a contact phone number FE 2-4272 for customer inquiries and prescriptions. The notice presents a concise local business card style item typical of mid century newspapers.

Menderson & Collins Drug W. Grant

Kerry Kangaroo author Nora Luxford dazzles young readers

Nora Luxford, former actress and NBC radio commentator from New Zealand, wrote Kerry Kangaroo and became a visible UNICEF like figure for kids. Her wartime ANZAC Club in New York hosted thousands of servicemen and relied on about 100 volunteers weekly.

Mommie Peter Rabbit Mickey Mouse Animal Kingdom Cnewoman United Nations Nora Luxford Kerry Kangaroo Miss Luxford New Zealand NBC New York Anzac Club Australia

Miss Joyce Marries Midland Man in Fort Stockton

Miss Frances Noel Joyce of McCamey wed Jeremiah F. McCarthy of Midland at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Fort Stockton. The ceremony featured an original gown of white imported net and taffeta with Belgian lace veil. Guests included out of town relatives from San Angelo Midland Whiting Ind and Chicago Ill. Honeymoon lasting two weeks in La Jolla California followed the reception at Fort Stockton Community House.

Mccamey Frances Noel Joyce Jeremiah F. McCarthy Midland St. Agnes Catholic Church Fort Stockton John Florio G. N. Joyce J. A. McCarthy Whiting Ind Cathy McCarthy Anne Williams Linda Williams Edward McCarthy Marquette Wis Bob Joyce Don Brown San Angelo C. S. Ten Eyck June Smetak Thompson's McCarthy McCamey High School North Texas State College University of Indiana University of Texas la Jolla Calif Elmer Brown C. E. Brown, Jr E. D. Williams Dan Mooney Miss Cherry Sadler Chicago Ill

Toyah OES Installation Held Thursday Evening

Toyah Chapter 579 Order of Eastern Star held a Thursday evening installation. Mrs Bennie Sue Meek and her father J B Tolson were installed as Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron with officers named. A post installation program honored the new leaders and jewels were presented to the outgoing matron and patron. Mrs Meek spoke of Service Through Love and the privilege of serving with her father.

Toyah Order of Eastern Star Bennie Sue Meek J. B. Tolson Alice Tinnin John Adams Bennie Tolson Mae Cargill Zora Gunter Ruby Fay Bryant Katie Powell Lily Robinson Mable Caldwell Adah Geraldine Grady Ruth Helen French Esther Clara Powell Martha Katherine Crenshaw Electa Dickey Schloemer Warder Kenneth Schloemer Sentinel

Strawberry Social Ice Cream Featured by Meadow Gold

Meadow Gold promotes a strawberry social ice cream featuring fresh juicy strawberries and a topping of coarsely chopped salted pecans. Dairy staff describe the treat as a standout, offering a salty crunch to complement the fruit flavors.

Meadow Gold

DAR Flears Organization Meeting in Pecos

The D A R chapter of Pecos met at First Presbyterian Church for Fellowship Day. A covered dish supper was hosted by Mrs. Earl Stewart and Mrs. Ben Gillespie. Regent Hill Hudson presided as officers and committee chairmen reviewed duties. Evelyn Heard resigned as recording secretary. Ethel Johnson was elected to fill the vacancy. The June president general message was read stressing Flag Day June 14. Attendees included H Earl Bell Troy Oiland Ben Gillespie Hill Hudson Ethel Johnson Edith McIlvain Bess Moor man Dewey Richburg Earl Stewart Kate Vaughn Beulah J Wilson plus guests Mrs J A Bettis Brownwood and Mrs Charles Spence.

Pecos Obadiah Trimmier Chpter D.A.R First Presbyterian Church Earl Stewart Ben Gillespie Hill Hudson Evelyn Heard Ethel Johnson Stewart Dewey Richburg Allen W. Groves H. Earl Bell Troy Oiland Edith McIlvain Bess Moorman Kate Vaughn Beulah J. Wilson J. A. Bettis Brownwood Charles Spence

Summer Sun Hats Easy To Design

Summer hats for girls are easy to make at home using simple patterns. The article outlines a seafaring hat with a wide brim, a cover-up scarf attached, and a brim made from various materials. It advises fabric choices, stiffening methods, and sewing tips including tape and long stitches for plastic.

Walkers Feted At Farewell In Big Lake

Gay and wife Walker, longtime Big Lake residents, leave June 15 for Donna Hidalgo County where he will serve as city manager. They were honored with a barbecue and a Park Inn dinner by city employees and First Baptist Church deacons, receiving farewell gifts. Terry hand towels noted for practical use in kitchen and bath.

Big Lake Gay Walker Donna Walker Big Lake City Hidalgo County Rio Grande Valley George Davis First Baptist Church Park Inn Mark

Service Projects Offer Work for Young People

Months of idleness end for teens as service projects invite high school and college students to join work camps nationwide. Groups labor six to eight hours daily on community projects, learning from discussions and field trips while gaining fellowship and growth. Organizations like the American Friends Service Committee, Presbyterian Church, and American Baptist Convention run domestic and international programs, with scholarships often available. A summary list of opportunities is available from the National Council of Churches at 120 East 23rd Street, New York.

United States American Friends Service Committee Mexico Europe Africa Presbyterian Church Alaska American Baptist Convention American Jewish Society National Council of Churches of Christ East 23Rd Street New York N. Y

Younger Set Dons Black and White Toys

Spring fashion notes for children highlight black and white outfits inspired by Cecil Beaton's stage costumes. White shirtwaist dresses with black lace trim and belts lead the trend, complemented by polka dot outfits and beige dusters. Accessories include black feathered shoes and white gloves.

Cecil Beaton

Barbershop Music Club Organized in Odessa

An Odessa women’s barbershop quartet club forms with Mrs. Jim Johnson as leader and director. The group met June 17 at Mrs. Lee L. Peer’s home and sent for a charter from West Adeline. Members include Mrs. Poor Johnson, Frank Jakubik, Buck Crouser, Howell Wolfe, May Jo Griggs, Hulan Bass, Miss Bobby Williams, and Mrs. James Gambino.

Odessa Jim Johnson Lee L. Peer Merrill Ave West Adeline Organization Poor, Johnson Frank Jakubik Buck Crouser Howell Wolfe May Jo Griggs Hulan

Cucumber Sauce Recipe For Dinner Fish

A quirky kitchen note describes a cucumber sauce to accompany fried fish. It mentions folding in diced cucumber and dry mustard with mayonnaise, aiming to ensure justice for the dinner catch.

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