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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1973
Page
6
In a humorous travel vignette Bombeck recalls a couple’s decision to book a package weekend at a gleefully dubious Good Times Lodge. The lobby buzz, cramped room, squeaky décor, and plastic towels fuel a comic misadventure as expectations collide with reality. The narrator notes the surreal scene and awkward charm of a getaway aimed at escape.
A newly formed auxiliary named the Orange Aides is created at The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. In its second meeting 33 charter members selected officers led by Mrs. Mary Lou Donnelly and Mrs. Cynthia McCleskey to assist with registration, materials, and communications for UTPB.
A reader contrasts a mother’s at home mood with her outward charm, calling her “house devils and street angels” and urges equal attention for daughters. Letters also debate women’s rights, labor, and social norms with Ann Landers offering measured responses.
The Pecos Business and Professional Women plan a 7 30 p m meeting on Tuesday February 13 at the Federated Parlor. Hostesses are Mrs Inez Hock and Mrs Carrie Mae Holloway.
In Dallas owner Chuck Hedges introduces a shop with an all female barber staff dressed to attract men, offering free drinks and eye catching attire. The lineup includes 18 workers described as barbers, manicurists, and a female shoe shine member.
Mrs Kermit V Haughan president of the General Federation of Women's Clubs says the ERA has been pushed for 29 years and urges federation members to contact legislators now. She notes 23 states have ratified and 38 are needed for amendments. She appeals to lawmakers to judge fairly and ensure equal treatment under law.
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