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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1965

Page

5

Mary Ellen Davis Weds James Edward Spence

Mary Ellen Davis married James Edward Spence in a Aug 7 ceremony at the Pittman home in Sprague. Rev. Earl Pittman officiated. The bride, daughter of L. M. and Mrs. Davis, wore a chiffon gown with a seed pearl veil and carried a white Bible with red roses. Groom is son of Alfred Feijo of Newark New Jersey. Wedding attendants included Alice Calloway and Kenneth Garten. A reception followed with aids listed. bride and groom both hold local ties and church membership.

Mary Ellen Davis James Edward Spence Roy Pittman Sprague Earl Pittman L. M. Davis Alfred Feijo Newark N. J Alice Calloway Prosperity Kenneth Garten Beckley Pittman Lucille Ball Jack Harden Cleo Feijo Woodrow Wilson High School Bible Club Fundamental Baptist Church of Prosperity Coca-Cola Bottling Co First Baptist Church of Prosperity

Naomi Bryant Weds Lawrence Lanchester in Church Ceremony

Naomi Bryant and Lawrence Lanchester married in a Saturday evening double ring ceremony at First Assembly of God Church. The bride, a Shady Spring High School senior, wore Chantilly lace, and the groom, a Woodrow Wilson High School graduate, works as a bookkeeper. They will reside at 218 and 12 Hargrove Street after a Smoky Mountains wedding trip.

Assembly of God Church Naomi Nell Bryant O. H. Bryant Teel Road Lawrence Lee Lanchester John B. Lanchester Huffman St T. M. Waldron Grace Marie Bragg Beckley Freddie Sharrett MacArthur Shady Spring High School Woodrow Wilson High School Pat H. Wheeler Plumbing and Heating Co Hargrove St

Beckley Woman's Department wedding photo policy notice

The Woman's Department requests timely social news from Beckley and Raleigh County within three days of events and seven days for wedding pictures. Pictures more than five days old are not news. Exceptions apply for weddings outside the U S or when space limits. Color photos are usually not accepted. The department reserves rights on size and placement and may reject stories or photos. The Register is not responsible for pictures left for publication and photos are not returned by mail.

Beckley Raleigh U. S Woman‘s Department Register Register Office

Braised Pork Chops Serve With Fragrant Rice Twist

Braised pork chops take on a new dimension when served with rice flavored by grated orange rind. To dress up the rice, add raisins, sugar, and cinnamon for a sweeter, spiced finish.

Smart touches lift men’s sportshirts with color and stitch

Fashion notes describe sportshirts featuring clever detailing such as contrasting color treatments unique pockets colorful bindings and unusual stitches. Acrylic knit and woven fabrics remain popular for their good looks and lightweight warmth.

Visitors at West Virginia Pavilion Meet Henry Barrett

Joe Barrett of 214 Russell Street and Mr and Mrs L C Steward of Mullens were recent visitors at the West Virginia Pavilion during the New York World's Fair, stopping to view exhibits and greet organizers.

Joe Barrett Russell St L. C. Steward Mullens West Virginia New York

Women's groups calendar for Beckley area notices

Women's organizations are invited to submit notices to Beckley Newspapers Women’s Department. Deadline 10 am for same day use. Sunday items due by 10 am Saturday. Monday events include Degree of Honor executive meeting at Mrs Steve Ulaki, Pine Wood Garden Club, Hairdressers and Cosmetologists workshop at Beckley Hotel, Coal City Eastern Star school and dinner, Alpharatte Club gathering, with hosts Mrs Beatrice Powell and Mrs Gladys Kemp.

Women's Department of Beckley

Evening Service at First Baptist Church

At 7 p.m. a church gathering proceeds at the home of Mrs. G. E. Coleman located at 200 I Street, inviting attendees to join in worship and fellowship.

Tist Church G. E. Coleman I St

Bible Classes Meet This Friday at Two Local Churches

Friday events include Ann Thomas Bible Class of Calloway Heights Community Church gathering at 211 McKinney Street at 7 30 p.m. Sally McGinnis Bible Class of The Methodist Temple holds a picnic at 1557 Harper Road at 6 p.m.

Ann Thomas Calloway Heights Community Church Paul Mills McKinney St Sally McGinnis The Methodist Temple Albert Rohrer Harper Rd

Wild Color Schemes Noted In Plane Decor

Color schemes in airliner interiors have become bold and varied as materials advance. Designer Charles Butler notes planes now mirror home decor with greens once avoided and coral stewardess uniforms marking a shift toward a joyful, nonclinical cabin.

New York UPI Charles Butler Butler Charls Butler Associates Mohawk Airlines Pharmaceutical Charles Butler Gin Palace

Patterned Trans-Season Costume From Radiant Collection

An ad describes a sleek trans-season costume from the Radiant collection. It features an open-neckline sheath with a princess jacket, suitable for summer through September. Printed Pattern A572 offered in half sizes with fabric options and yardage details, plus orders sent to The Raleigh Register Pattern Department in New York.

New Radiant Raleigh Register P. O Old Chelsa Station New York N. Y Couture

Dresden Plate pattern on display at Prosperity fair

Mrs Leta Crozier adds finishing touches to a Dresden plate quilt intended for exhibition at the Dry Hill Prosperity Community Fair opening Thursday. The event runs three days at the community center with judges including Mrs Mary Nell evaluating needlework canned and baked goods.

Dresden Leta Crozier Dry Hill

Furniture Care Suggestions Listed

Too much wax or polish can harm fine furniture finishes. The American Walnut Manufacturers' Association offers guidance on oil finishes and waxing. Use boiled linseed oil occasionally, wash oil finishes with mild soap, wipe, buff with paste wax, avoid heavy waxing, and if over waxed use a warm water olive oil and turpentine mix to remove wax then reapply wax.

American Walnut Manufacturers’ Association Donald H. Gott Association

Do Not Thump Melons Ripeness Advice

Agricultural experts warn thumping melons to judge ripeness is misleading. For whole watermelons, seek symmetrical shape and dull velvety bloom. best check ripeness by cutting a plug to view flesh and sample taste. Rice provides energy and some protein. Americans rely on surplus foods. drivers average two months behind wheel. beautification ties to Keep America Beautiful.

Gaynor Maddox United States Northeast Federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation

Fancy Footwork for Fall 1965 Campus Fashion

New York based Helen Hennessy reports on fall 1965 fashion for coeds. Wild colored stockings and knee socks pair with corduroy and wool flannel, featuring plaid patterns, Persian tile motifs, and drab vertical ribbed nylons. Knee highs include tri color zigzags and old school tie designs, with cabled options. Shoes like T strapped suede casuals and braided loafers match the bold hosiery. Boots rise to show off the socks in a calf or ankle height.

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