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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1966
Page
5
Women’s organizations are invited to use this column for announcements of regular or special meetings. Telephone 253 9921 or mail notices or club calendars to the Women’s Department of Beckley Newspapers. Notices received by 10 a.m. will be used the same day. Sunday calendar notices must arrive by 10 a.m. Saturday.
The Beckley Moose Chapter hosts Homemaker Night at the Moose Club Ball Room at 7 30 p m. Members are invited to attend and participate in the program.
Bethlehem Chapter No 71 of the Order of Eastern Star will hold a meeting at the Masonic Temple on Howe Street at 8 p m Stanaford Woman's Christian Temperance Union meets at Stanaford Missionary Baptist Church at 7 p m.
Sigma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi holds an executive board at 7 p.m. and a regular meeting at 7 30. Morton Reaves Elementary PTA hosts a fourth grade special program at 6 p.m. Black Diamond Affiliate No 9 WV Hairdressers and Cosmetologists Assoc meets at Mrs Helen Keaton home 12054 Johnstown Road Apt 1 at 7 30 p.m.
The Ladies Mission Circle of the First Baptist Church Beaver hosts an Easter program at the church at 7 30 p m. Local attendees and guests are invited to participate in the evening of reflection and song.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at Mountain Air Rest Home opposite the Armory on the 19-21 By Pass at 8 p.m. Attendance opens with a short talk followed by sharing and discussion. Participants aim for confidential support and recovery.
The Dry Hill Prosperity Country Life Group has canceled the covered dish dinner planned for 6 30 p m at the Dry Hill Prosperity Community Building.
The Raleigh County Cancer Association board of directors will hold a meeting at 8 p.m. in the penthouse of Raleigh County Bank. Directors are requested to attend and discuss association operations and future fundraising plans.
The Winding Gulf District President's Council will convene with the First Baptist Church of Lester membership at 9 30 a m. A Raleigh County cancer association board of directors meeting is scheduled for 8 p m at the Penthouse of Raleigh County Bank.
Hollywood Missionary Baptist Church schedules a regular business meeting at the church this evening at 7 p m. Members are urged to attend and participate in church affairs and council decisions.
Beckley Temple No 55 located in the Lodge Hall on North Kanawha Street is noted. The entry records a building or meeting space tied to the Beckley temple with its street address listed for reference.
The Shady Spring District Woman's Club and the Lions Clubhouse at Beaver hold a meeting at 7 30 p m. The event gathers local women volunteers and Lions Club members for community planning and service projects.
Just A Mere Club at 100 Meadows St hosts Mrs. Clarence King as host. Beckley Assembly No 47 Order of Rainbow for Girls holds its regular meeting at Masonic Temple on Howe Street starting 7 p.m.
Pride of East Gulf Court No 63 meets at the Masonic Hall in East Gulf at 5 30 p m Prosperity Home Demonstration Club convenes at Mrs Okey Brooks home at 7 30 p m The notice lists two local group meetings with times and venues.
The Sunday School Class of the church hosts an Easter Egg Roll at the church at 5 p.m. A community gathering with children and families expected to attend.
The Suburban Social Club holds its regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Mrs. John Ellison on Mabscott Hill. The event invites members to gather for a routine session and timely social updates.
The Calico and Jeans Square Dance Club offers beginner lessons at New River Park Recreation Room at 7 p.m. A main dance at Shady Spring High School follows at 8 p.m. Bob Dubree will call. Primary Usher Board of Central Baptist Church hosts the event at the church starting around 12:30 p.m.
The Mission Circle of Hollywood Missionary Baptist Church hosts an event at the church home of Mrs. Pannell featuring MacArthur speaking at 7 30 p m.
A historical rule bars the king or queen from entering the House of Commons in England, preserving parliamentary independence and preventing royal interference in legislative proceedings. The tradition underscores the constitutional boundary between the monarch and elected representatives.
The Rev Ralph Poole performed a double ring ceremony at 2 p m Friday in his home on Bellevue Lane Beckley uniting Miss Helen Riffe and James Bryant The bride daughter of Basil and Mrs Riffe of 203 Clyde St groom son of Cecil and Mrs Bryant of Shady Springs The couple left for a Georgia honeymoon and will reside at 106 1 2 Spring St with guests including Louis Lilly Margie Lilly Lynn Gill Frances Gillmore and others
Sophia reports George Bragg of Soak Creek improving at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital where he has been a patient for a week after major surgery on March 30. Visiting over the weekend were his son in law and daughter Clarence Levy of Charlestown and his wife. Roscoe Egnor, released from Bluefield Sanitarium Friday, will return Wednesday for major surgery Thursday.
Richard E. Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Lewis, a Marshall University freshman, was surprised with a 19th birthday party in South Hall. Hosts included Bill O’Brien, Randy Johnson, James Murphy, and Mike Williams. Ten residents attended the stag celebration with yellow and green decor and gift certificates.
Mrs Mary Burgess mother of Mrs Hodges from West Jefferson North Carolina and Mrs Octavia Hodges from Coshocton Ohio visited Mr and Mrs Carl Hodges in Brad ley. They called on Mr and Mrs Jack Rupe of 108 Tolley Dr where Mrs Rupe is a granddaughter and their grandson and family Mr and Mrs Jimmy Hodges of 117 Mercer St. Burgess accompanied home by granddaughter Mrs Jack Rupe and daughter Mrs Hodges.
The durable press finish should not require pampering or unusual care in machine washing. If a garment labeled washable lacks washing instructions, seek items with precise labels. Quality control in durable press processing varies, and better labeling would help consumers identify proper care without excessive searching.
Mrs H H Crickenberger of White Sulphur Springs serves as vice president of the State Conference, as announced in local circles.
The Tile Council of America says quality items in FHA approved new homes vary widely and that FHA requirements are minimum standards. The trade group urges readers to consider older days and notes dieting may not slim women but gives them much to discuss.
Mr and Mrs S G Humphrey of 1008 West Neville Street were honored Friday night with a miscellaneous shower at their home Newlyweds they were married March 19 in the Humphrey home She is the former Mrs Nora Davis Akers Mrs Bob Long Mrs Roy Kidd and Mrs Jess Humphrey were hostesses for the affair attended by approximately 50 guests
Polly Cramer of Newspaper Enterprise Assn shares practical advice for parents and homemakers. From napkin tricks to keep kids neat in restaurants to diaper organization, baby comfort, and easy stroller use, the notes cover sheets as curtains, chair reupholstery with latex foam, and pet hair removal tips.
Mrs. Calvin Moye chairs the Shady Spring District Woman's Club safety committee as Paul E. Gyke of West Virginia State Police presents a safety film on broken glass and provides commentary at the final meeting of the season. Officers will be elected for the September start, with a banquet and officer installation on May 5.
Ramblin Bob Dubree of Tennessee will guest call at Shady Spring High School on Saturday for a Calico and Jeans Square Dance Club event in Beckley. He has five years of full time calling, records for Jewell Records, and has appeared at two national conventions. The dance begins at 8.
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