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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1954

Page

5

Destructive Child Can Be Taught

Child expert Irma Simonten Black counsels parents in Redbook Magazine on preventing six to twelve year olds from destroying property. She urges respectful treatment of a child and his belongings, emphasizing patience, clear boundaries, and teaching care for others' things to curb destructive behavior.

Irma Simonten Black Wes Ruthie Shaw

Chapter Hosts Husband's Party on Pretty Terrace

Unclear readable text describes a social event on a terrace titled as a chapter hosting a party for a husband. Details are fragmentary and the exact location and participants remain unreadable.

El Paso Woman Recovers After Hip Operation

Mrs J W Gaddy underwent hip surgery in Dieu Hospital El Paso after a traffic crash near Pecos Friday which fractu red her hip. A bone graft and metal plate were required. She traveled with husband and son Mike who were uninjured. they spent a night in Pecos hospital then moved to Dieu.

J. W. Gaddy Dieu Hotel el Paso Pecos Mike Gaddy Pecos Hospital

Local Notes Include Visits and Travels Across States

Miss BETTY McCAIN attended Kerrville Encampment at Mo Ranch with the Rice family. JANELLE ECHOLS joined 4-H at McCimey encampment. Mrs. GUS CAREY visited Brownwood relatives for a week. ST LOVELADY and LINDA toured Tuttle and Oklahoma City. NANcy Kuykendall Ellison noted as Fort Stockton native. RALPH E CLARK on two week business trip to Venezuela. JACK LEE, formerly KRIG, now with The Anthony Company Houston, visiting and hosting a Houston TV sports show.

Betty McCain A. Rice Barstow Kerrville Presbyterian Mo Ranch Janelle Echols Woodrow Echols McCimey Ralph E. Clark Venezuela S. A Jack Lee KRIG Anthony Houston Jack

Miss Petty Honored With Evening Kitchen Shower

Mrs. E. D. Gardner and Mrs. Carol Vickers hosted a kitchen shower for Miss Pat Petty on Tuesday evening June 22 in the Gardner home at 411 N. Graham. Guests wore summer frocks and enjoyed punch and decorated angel food cake as asters adorned the tea table and living room.

E. D. Gardner Carol Vickers Pat Petty Gardner N. Graham Miss Petty Vickers

Teen fashion: avoid copying friends styles at prom

The article notes teens imitate peers for prom outfits and matador pants. It warns that a dress flattering one girl may not suit another and urges developing individual taste over peer influence.

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Garnish ideas to elevate a simple salad

Add one or two interesting garnishes to transform an ordinary salad into a more inviting dish. A vivid topping can enhance both appearance and flavor, making the salad feel restaurant worthy.

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