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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1950
Page
8
A fragmented notice lists repairs and finishing for preschool items and fees for use of equipment. It asks parents to check which day they can attend classes and schedules a tentative date of January 4 for sessions, with contact details partially readable.
A wedding described with ornate, diary like details. The bride and groom exchange vows at an altar decorated with white carnations and streamers while attendants and relatives in bright gowns accompany them. A reception for 290 guests follows at the American Legion hall with a five tier cake and a formal program.
We express thanks to friends and relatives who helped during the illness and death of Eldan Forthive. Floral offerings and service participation were deeply appreciated by the family, the Boyman and Velin Boardman families.
The couple spent part of their honeymoon at Parewan visiting relatives and friends after the reception. The bride wore a royal crepe gown with black accessories and an orchid pinned to her shoulder. The groom is connected with his father in the family business. The bride’s early schooling included Parowan High and Campton Jr College before moving to California.
Parowan correspondent reports on local residents traveling to Las Vegas and California, holiday gatherings, and visits with relatives. Notes include Mr and Mrs Belain Evatie, Dan and Ruth, Adrian and Sue Delton, Walter Mortensen, and J. Wendall family. Also mentions Elder Clark Mitenell testimonial, farewell events, and cast of local attendees from Midvale, St George, and Milford.
Community page notes Mrs Jean Kendrickson will lead a service and Franke Lou Hurton will host events at the local church. Readers are invited to join for worship and fellowship this week.
The East Ward Relief Society plans a meeting Tuesday at 2 pm. Members may use textile paints for a painting activity with guidance provided by Ancel Adams and other organizers to manage admittance to the rooms.
Desmond Roy Wilkerson of Parowan has been reported missing in action since November 23 in Korea. A Los Angeles native, he is the son of Dr. Roy T. Wilkerson and Mrs. Wilkerson of Midvale Utah. Doctors Wilkerson practiced in Parowan during World War II.
A heartfelt card lists tributes from Mr and Mrs Elmer and family to Ellen f noting loss, memories, and appreciation from relatives as readers send condolences for a late relative.
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