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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1961

Page

3

Mabscott Rebekahs Welcome Five New Members

Five new members were admitted to Golden Gate Rebekah Lodge No. 206 Mabscott after the Monday meeting. New members named are Mrs. Virgil Riffe Minnie Canaday Denver Hicks Bill Bowling and Kathern Jolly. A large installation and degree team accompanied the event followed by a covered dish dinner with guests from Oceana.

Mabscott ANL Golden Gate Rebekah Lodge No Virgil Riffe Minnie Canaday Denver Hicks Bill Bowling Kathern Jolly Dewey Sparks Mable Forrest Lawrence Brackenrich Ronda King W. M. Horton Violet Lindsay Nellie R. Rogers Noble Grand Ada Johnson Paris L. Richards Clyde Crowley Ruth Carter Ida Hylton Clinton Dew Rena Hughes Homer Persinger Clayton Cooper Anna Mooney Leola Durham S. A. McClean Almer McClellan District 24 Mary Bowden Oceana

Heavier, taller men and women by 2000, says study

Predictions from Healthknit executive J E Jeter project dramatic size increases for both genders by the year 2000. The average man would reach 6 feet 2 inches and about 176 pounds with a 42 inch waist, while women would climb to 5 feet 6.5 inches and 141.5 pounds, prompting fashion and space considerations.

Pauley New York UPI J. E. Jeter Jeter

Never Do Patch Job on Make Up

Women will change makeup during the holidays and risk skin damage by patching it on. A warm five minute bath with thorough face and neck cleansing followed by fresh lingerie and rest helps skin and eyes. Keep bath water warm, run cold first, and allow air in to avoid steam. Hair setting remains intact with proper bath routine.

Newspaper Enterprise Assn

New Officers Lead Rho desl Women’s Recreation Club

NEW OFFICERS preside for the first time at the regular meeting set Thursday night. Presiding are Mrs. Emmett McKinney president, Mrs. Harrison Powell vice president, Mrs. Hamilton Phipps secretary, and Mrs. Doss Lopez treasurer. Two new members Mrs. Alex Hugbert and Mrs. Lee Smith join. Beginning in January each member with a birthday that month will host refreshments at a party on a regular meeting night. Mrs. T.G. McConnell resigns as visitation chair. Mrs. E. H. Holloway named to replace.

Rhodesl Women’s Recreation Club Emmett McKinney Harrison Powell Hamilton Phipps Doss Lopez Alex Hugbert Lee Smith T.G. McConnell E. H. Holloway

Local biographical notes on Beckley and Gadsden figures

A man formerly employed with Professional Realty Co. in Beckley is now affiliated with American National Insurance Co. Mrs. McCary formerly Miss Vada Farley is a beautician, a Gad sden Beauty Clinic graduate from 1959. Their son Jimmy, 14, attends John Jones Junior High School in Gadsden.

Professional Realty Co Beckley American National Insurance Co McCary Vada Farley Gadsden Jimmy John Jones

Sea Water Diet Fad Debunked By Medical Experts

An ad claimed sea water added daily to diets provides extra chemical benefits, but accredited researchers find no health advantages. Normal market foods have the same minerals and taste better. The only profit from sea water comes from sellers charging about 3.75 a gallon.

Gaynor Maddox Sweden

Michigan Tech seeks name change to attract bigger role

Houghton Michigan. The board of control of the Michigan College of Mining and Technology asked the state to rename the institution the Michigan College of Science and Technology to “do a bigger, better job.” The move aims to reflect broader aims and improve standing.

Houghton, Mich UPI Board of Control Michigan College of Mining and Technology Michigan College of Science and Technology

Madison police keep compact cars over motorcycles

Police Captain Walter E. Randall in Madison Wisconsin says officers prefer compact cars to motorcycles. He notes the cars are easier on officers backs and suit daily patrols better than two wheeled units.

Madison Wis UPI Walter E. Randall

Man Keeps Composure After Canal Fall in London

A London man remained calm after tumbling into a canal on Monday. He was rescued still wearing his bowler hat and gripping an umbrella, illustrating notable poise under distress.

London UPI

University of Wisconsin finds higher help for daughters

A UW report shows women students receive 57 percent of their education costs from families while men get 32 percent. Health education is cited as an effective tool in TB control.

Madison, Wis UPI Papa University of Wisconsin

Births at Beckley Memorial Hospital Throughout Month

Local families report births at Beckley Memorial Hospital with names, times, and weights. Notable entries include Sharon Beth Crawford 8 lb 4 1/2 oz at 9 03 p.m. Nov 13 and Sharon Lynn Stafford 6 lb 6 1/2 oz at 1 06 p.m. Dec 3, with multiple other newborns such as Anita Ruth Bolen 6 lb 12 oz and Robert Steven Mitchell 9 lb 8 oz.

Bernard Crawford Harper Rd Sharon Beth Beckley Memorial Hospital Anita Ruth Sammy Bolen Jonben Terri Annette James Lowe Mercer St Lester Robert Mitchell Jr Robert Steven Caroline Jeanette Mr. and Howard Shrewsbury Daniels Sue Ann James Elmer Lilly Freeland Scott Mount Hope Donald Ray Rosetta Lynne Dover Hardy Beards Fork Crab Orchard Donald Snuffer Randall Lee Bretta Joy George Terry Hatcher William Hairston Seventh St Cleda Kim Randall Preston Paul Pomeroy Stamford Ghent James W. Coleman David Lee Robert Mason Robert Fleshman Janet Faye Luther Wink Field Leslie Russel Bryant Herbert Randall William Everett William Bailey Long Branch Rupert Liester Butler Michael Anthony Steven Paul William Showalter Eccles Larry Stafford Crawford St Sharon Lynn

Marriage Permit Applications in Raleigh County Court

Applications for marriage licenses recorded in Raleigh County Clerk’s office list partners Paul DeLong and Flora Hunter from Murrysville and Ravenswood, Charles Stapleton and Cora Gullett from Blountville and Lillybrook, and Lawrence Slavey and Dana Sizemore from Corrine with their ages and parents.

Raleigh County Court Paul Chester DeLong Roy Geraldine DeLong Murrysville Flora Janet Hunter Earl Emma Hunter Ravenswood Charles Fred Stapleton John Nell Stapleton Blountville Tenn Cora Mae Gullett Léonard Goldie Lilly Lillybrook Lawrence Mirl Slavey Sarah Slavey Corrine Dana Sizemore Gideon Blankenship Rebecca Green

Illusion Tips For Hippie Figures In Fashion

A fashion note advises hip women to balance figures with light tops and dark skirts or vice versa, using bulky fabrics to alter perceived shapes. It also suggests portrait necklines, bulky jewelry, and large hats to draw attention away from hips. Even tall teens can shorten height with wide hats and bold skirts, while short girls gain height with one color outfits and vertical trimming.

Doan’s Pills Offer Sleep Relief For Backache

Nagging backache and associated discomfort can disrupt sleep and daily comfort. Doan’s Pills are advertised to relieve pain ease bladder irritation and act as a mild diuretic. The ad urges readers to try the new large economy size and save money with the product.

Dean Doan

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