Couple recalls Greece trip foiled by guests mock replies
A reader laments how listeners spoil travel stories with pedantic questions about icons and eateries. She recalls friends in Athens, Rome, Hawaii and beyond correcting every detail, ending with a personal note about the 36th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Freeman.
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Athens
Acropolis
Hadrian’s Arch
Mt. Lycabettus
Constitution Square
Royal Gardens
The
Stadium
Athens Cathedral
National Archaeological Museum
Gennadeion
Daphni
Eleus
Athos
Stan
Doris
Rome
Fred
Ellie
Hawaii
Frank
Mary Ann
Don Ho
New Orleans
Marge
Joe
Florida
Shelia
Mark
J. C
Red) Freeman
West Ninth Street
Bobby Elliott
Thomas Cheshire
James
New Experience Singers to Perform in Crescent Park Concert
The New Experience Singers and touring band, based in San Antonio, will present a gospel concert June 26 at 8 p.m. at Crescent Park Baptist Church, 3002 East University. The group, from Castle Hills First Baptist, has produced TV work and two albums, and tours from coast to coast including Mexico and Canada.
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New Experience
Crescent Park Baptist Church
East University
Jesus Christ
Castle Hills First Baptist Church
San Antonio
Mexico
Canada
Living
Volunteers Sought for Odessa Meals on Wheels and Birthright
Odessa Meals on Wheels seeks volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors. Contact Audra Freasier at Odessa College. Birthright seeks volunteers for the Hotline and housing for pregnant women. Contact Bernita Hoelting at 516 North Texas.
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Odessa Meals On Wheels
Audra Freasier
Meals On Wheels
Odessa College
Birthright
Bernita Hoelting
North
Texas
Ector County Red Cross elects officers at 43rd annual meeting
John W. Curry was elected chairman of the Ector County Chapter American Red Cross at the 43rd annual meeting held at the Salvation Army. He replaces C. M. MacLean and also serves as Earl S. Bailey Post 430 commander. Others elected were Gary L. Watkins, James E. Headlee, and re-elected officers Mrs. G. Beeson and Lawrence Day. New board directors include Dr. C. K. Jones and others. life member Lewis E. Gray. Certificates were given to several individuals. Speaker Mrs. E. H. Laughlin highlighted the Red Cross Centennial and the ongoing need for disaster and military support. The Odessa unit operates with 400 volunteers and two staffers, funded by United Way of Odessa and contributions.
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John W. Curry
Ector County
American Red Cross
Salvation Army
Curry
C. M. MacLean
Earl S. Bailey
American Legion
Jo Anne
Kenwood
American Society of Petroleum Engineers
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
Gary L. Watkins
James E. Headlee
John Henry Biggs
Gary L. Bridges
Jack P. Chapman
Fred A. Christian
Ronald Clark
James L. Colwell
Albert Dale, Jr
Don L. Dyer
Doyce Elliott
Ben Florey
Albert Fox
Juan B. Garcia
Earl N. Gee
John Green
Harold Green
Harvey Holcomb
Anselmo Jacobo
Carl R. Kisselburg
Gladys Penny
James H
Tion
Lewis Gray
Avis Shaver
al Frazier
Jon Ritchie
Howard Rockafellow
E. H
Gettes M.) Laughlin
Volunteers
North Texas
Dallas
Red Cross
The
John A. Moravcik
James McCain
United Way of
Odessa
Society Schedule for Local Clubs and Events
Community groups list meetings and programs in Odessa area. Highlights include Black Gold ABWA at 7 p.m. June 23 at K Bobs with guest Don Nelson on estates and wills, Gardendale Extension Homemakers July 7 at 7 a.m. at Gardendale Community Center, Odessa Newcomers Club June 24 at St Paul Presbyterian Church with Debbie Clyburn aerobics, Permian Basin Humane Society third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Midland, and multiple workshops on canning and food preservation.
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Black Gold
American Business Women’s Association
K Bobs
East Eighth Street
Don Nelson
Debbie Greenlee
Gardendale Extension Homemakers Club
Gardendale Community Center
Odessa
St. Paul Presbyterian Church
East University
Debbie Clyburn
The
Permian Basin Humane Society
Datson Datsun
Midland
West Wall
P.O
Extension Homemakers
Sherwood Community Center
49Th
Everglade Streets
Liunch
County Extension
West Third Street
Dear Abby Readers Share MS Life And Family Balance
A reader with long term multiple sclerosis describes telling children about the illness, using simple explanations and family support. She notes mobility with a wheelchair and van, and urges openness with kids, plus maintaining energy for family. Her message emphasizes positive attitude and practical adaptation.
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Abby
Japan
MS Makes Family Strong Not Helpless
Becky Zeller in Portland shares how multiple sclerosis inconvenienced her yet strengthened family bonds. Her sons aged 19, 18, and 15 handle laundry, cooking, shopping, and even wheelchair servicing, proving ordinary boys can adapt and thrive when faced with disability. The letter ends with thanks and a wish to help others feel better.
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Ring
Kurt
Dirk
Clark
Hani
Becky Zeller
Portland
Becky
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Bridge
Odessa High School
Betty Lovell
Helen Pike
Texas Electric Reddy Room
el Paso
Eagies Lodge
Rita Lugenheim
YWC
Babe Griffin
Grandview
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