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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1963
Page
9
Dear Heloise describes a back saving grooming hack using a spray hose connected to a shower and a high chair in the tub. A mother shampoos her ten year old daughter while seated in a high chair to avoid bending, with the child noting it felt like a visit to the beauty parlor.
The letter snippets describe quick kitchen and dressing tips. Gloria shares a method to remove printing from cotton bags using bar soap and boiling water. Nancy Pendergras hints at a clever no wash cannery trick. Stella Perino suggests using aluminum foil under stains in sunlight to lift them. Wanda Weber offers more stain tips.
Mrs. Clarence Boehn of Kansas City led the annual inspection visit for Ottawa Memorial Auxiliary No 5901 VFW with 16 members present. New petitions were read, an investigating committee appointed, and reports noted including a district convention update. A Christmas dinner set for Dec 8 and A to Z sale for Dec 9 were announced. 75 percent paid-up membership reported.
Mrs C W Henning spoke on Is it a Problem of Just a Stage at the One To Six Club gathering Wednesday evening. Mrs E W Beck led devotions and announced a December Memorial auditorium children’s ballet dance program. Hostess was Mrs Dow Jones assisted by Mrs Clarence Higdon and Mrs James Snyder.
An evening snack idea: spread toast with soft cheddar cheese and broil briefly. Top each slice with a couple of anchovy fillets for a sharp savory finish.
Donna Marie Hoyt daughter of Mr and Mrs Eugene E Hoyt Belleville Illinois married Nov 2 to Leon Christodoulou son of Mr and Mrs Spiros Christodoulou Gulfport Mississippi in St Constantine and Helena Greek Orthodox Church Rev John D Vainakos officiated. Brides gown Chantilly lace over satin with bouquet white chrysanthemums. Reception at NCO Club Scott AFB Illinois. Couple resides Gulfport Mississippi.
Mrs. Howard Fisher presided at the Lend-A-Hand class party Tuesday in Trinity Methodist Church. Mrs. Ben Gilmore was elected secretary treasurer. The class planned a cookie and gift exchange for the next meeting on Dec. 10. Refreshments were served to members and one guest, Mrs. J. R. Clark. Hostesses were Mrs. Rex Howard, Mrs. Leo Johnson and Mrs. John Kelsey.
Mrs. Max Likes hosted a birthday party at 1040 Walnut for Cindy age six and Sherry age five on Thursday. Refreshments were served. Guests included Tommy Brown Diana Pacheco Carmen Grimm Roxanne Grimm Sandra Glenn Randy Pendleton Chuckie David and Billy Likes, the girls' brothers.
The Busy Bee Club approved a $2 contribution to the Red Cross at a meeting held at Central Community Center. Mrs. Frank Hahner presided as plans were laid for the annual Christmas dinner and gift exchange on December 8. Guest Mrs. Maude Martin attended with 13 members present including 10 men and four children.
Rebekahs honored Mrs. Fannie Bernard of Quenemo district deputy president. Mrs. G W Ponton read a poem in her honor. Mrs. Eva Clabaugh presented a gift. Also honored was Mrs. Glenn Ainsworth. Mrs. Ivan McFadden presided. New officers elected include Ruth Hoopes noble grand and J I Good vice grand. The charter was draped for Mrs. Dessie Hagewood of Topeka and Mrs. Mae Wingfield of Lawrence. Ten visitors from Quenemo attended.
The Well Child Clinic board met Thursday evening at Miss Ethel Watkins home with representatives from Better Homes Fairmount Busy Corner HDUs and Bethany Chapel Baptist Church. Plans and goals were outlined and a discussion held about sponsorship for the coming year. After Jan 1 openings will be available for groups or individuals to help. interested callers can reach CH 23929 or CH 23829.
Attendees at Mrs. R. R. Redmond's home include 26 members and guests such as Mrs. Dean Zook and the Upper Room Handbell Choir from First Methodist Church. The program featured Psalm 118, Ave Maria, Benediction, Arioso, Ode to Joy, Orientis Partibus, I Waited for the Lord, Psalm One Hundred and Build Thee More Stately Mansions with performances by quartet members, piano solo, violin solo, and vocal groups.
Pattern 320 offers seven inch high foldable paper angels with wings and song books for display. Includes full size guides and directions for a 35 cent pattern. Also part of Indoor Christmas Decoration Packet No 43 sold for $1 by Ottawa Herald Pattern Dept Bedford Hills New York.
A holiday recipe recommendation states that adding a jigger of liquor equals about 1.5 to 2 ounces. It provides a safe range for cocktails and festive drinks.
Franklin County Medical Auxiliary entertained two guests at a breakfast Wednesday at Mrs. R A Gollier s home Mrs Virgil Brown of Labetha Kansas State Auxiliary president and Mrs C M Lessenden of Topeka president elect spoke on auxiliary projects The auxiliary voted a 50 contribution to the Medical Student Loan Fund A joint meeting with Franklin County Nurses is planned for Dec 11 at Mrs Bill Osburn s home
The baby boy born November 12 at Ransom Memorial Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Dale Morton of 827 Ash was christened Steven Dale. He weighed 6 pounds 11 ounces at birth.
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