Valentine Queen of 1962 Crowned by Beta Sigma Phi
Mrs. Howard Spears wins 1962 Valentine Queen title at BSP Sweetheart Ball held in Beckley Winn Hotel Ballroom. Crown presented by 1961 queen Mrs. Helen Lilly. Spears is Gamma Gamma Chapter social chair and past secretary. husband works for May Office Service. they have daughter Lesa Kay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valentine
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Howard Spears
Reservoir Rd
Spears
Helen Lilly, MacArthur
Beckley- Winn Hotel
May
Lesa Kay
Lilly
Sigma
Pat Vealey
Xi Beta
Mary Jo Holcomb
Xi Alpha Gamma
Frank Rose II
Sigma Chapter
Marshall Walker
Xi Alpha Delta
Carlile Moye
Beta Kappa
Thomas H. Lilly
Beta Rho
Moody Waddell
Beta Lambda
Local residents noted in Beckley and surrounding towns
Discharges from Beckley Hospital and Raleigh General Hospital include Dr James W Witherspoon of 307 Beaver Ave and Howard Phillips of 204 Temple St after short stays and surgery. Visitors and travelers from Baltimore Hamilton Hawaii and Cleveland visited family in Sophia Midway and Oceana. A bridal note mentions myrtle as the traditional flower for Venus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Witherspoon
Beaver Ave
Beckley Hospital
Howard Phillips
Temple St
Raleigh General Hospital
Dear Gaile Dugas A Fashion Help Column
Readers seek wardrobe basics for office wear after returning to work. Designer David Crystal suggests a three piece gray or taupe suit with contrasting blouse, a washable linen dress with jacket, and knit options. Accessories include shoes gloves bags jewelry and hats to complete the look. New waistline trends favor waist emphasis and updates while preserving beloved pieces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaile
David Crystal
Arnel
Jackie Kennedy
Mollie Parris
Women’s groups calendar highlights Beckley events
A community notice lists weekly meetings for Black Diamond Unit No 9 and dozens of clubs in Beckley. Activities span Monday through Thursday with venues including Drive Inn, Clubhouse at Fayette Street, First Christian Church, Moose Lodge, and Playhouse, featuring art, 4-H, DAR, Beta Sigma Phi, Eastern Star, and Circle missions, plus social gatherings and a charity show.
National LSA President Visits Puerto Rico Trip Review
Beckley reports on four officers of the National Association of Legal Secretaries International ending a Puerto Rico trip at Idlewild Airport. Mrs. S. F. Fisher led the group visiting San Juan to meet University of Puerto Rico faculty, Department of Education officials, and lawyers to discuss legal education programs and a new textbook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Association of Legal Secretaries (International
Idlewild International
San Juan
Puerto Rico
S. F. Fisher
Woodlawn Ave
Clara Lagaw
Fort Worth
Tex
Robert Leigh
University City
Keith Tabbert
Modesto
Calif
Beckley
Department of State of the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
University of Puerto Rico
Department of Education
Fisher
W. A. Thornhill
Thornhill, Thornhill and Kennedy
San Juan International Airport
State Department
Department
Earl Parken Hanson
Bar Association
San Juan Bar Association
Lawyers’ Wives Association
Supreme Court
Luis Negron-Fernandez
Fortaleza
Governor's Palace
el Convento
Fort Brooke
Casa Blanca
National Geographic Society
Felisa Rincon de Gautier
Fred Carson
United States
Judge Negron
University
Board of Education
New COLONAID laxative claims 3 way relief for aging colon
An advertisement promotes COLONAID as a new laxative that treats constipation from aging colon muscles. It promises prevention of dry hard waste, rebulking to retone muscles, and gentle nerve action to trigger lower colon movement. Claims include overnight relief and safety for expectant mothers, with a 43 cent introductory size.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Colonaid
Colonaid
Colonald
To Hear Talk On European Gardens
The Highland Garden Club meets at 1 15 p m Tuesday in Mrs Jack Nuckols home 704 Woodlawn Ave Guest speaker Mrs M M Ralston will show color slides on European gardens Co hosts are Mrs Fred Richmond and Mrs J G Anderson Jr
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland Garden Club
Jack Nuckols
Woodlawn Ave
M. M. Ralston
Fred Richmond
J G. Anderson Jr
Learn Flag Usage At Union Church Meeting
At the Wednesday Union of the Crab Orchard Baptist Church meeting Mrs. Amos Meyers explained proper flag display and lowering. Mrs. Virgil Woody read Scripture and the meditation was led by Mrs. S. L. Crews. The next meeting is set for 1 30 p m February 21 at the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Crab Orchard Baptist Church
Amos Meyers
Virgil Woody
S. L. Crews
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jan * Jpbell
Valentine Queen
Rivers Warne
Herman
Sparks
Crab Orchard
Jan Campbell
Earl Martin
Baltimore, Md
Carrie Maxey
Lilian Goines
Sophia
Martin
Roy Y. Davis
McAlpin
Lola Ford
Beaver
Lee Barr
Midway
Danny Hurt
Hampton, Va
Fred Hurt
Nelson
U.S. Army
Hawaii
Jim Eanes
Montgomery
W. G. Eanes
Charles A. Gregory
Tams
Walter Maynard Jr
Algie Griffith
Oceana
Larry Stanley
James T. Clemons
Kip
Ball St
Cleveland, Ohio
C. B. Clemons
Venus
Gaile Dug
Gaile Dugas
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Woman’s Department of
Black Diamond
West Virginia
Friendly Art Club
S. Fayette St
Dorothy King
Lad
Lassie
First Christian Church
Chaminade Music Club
Lewis Gravely Jr
Harvey St
Women of the Moose
Hospital
Moose Lodge
Columbine Garden Club
Harry Lewin
Ladies Mission Circle of Hollywood Baptist Church
James Allen
Daughters of the American Revolution
M. A. Johnson
Granville Ave
Women's Christian Temperance Union of
Stamford Baptist Church
Beckley Art Group
the Playhouse
Charmette
Martha Surbaugh
Pine St
Golden Age Club
Woman's Club of Beckley
Park Avenue
Ladies Mission Circle of
Beaver Baptist Church
Beta Sigma Phi
Appalachian Assembly Room
Bethlehem
Order of Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Howe St
Chiefs Club of
Pythian Sisters
Richmond Recreation Room
First Baptist Church
Pat Wheeler
Orchard Ave
Coca-Cola
H. C. Barnett
Andrew Maddow
Glen Ave
Les Petite Mademoiselles
RVA Club
Everlene Brannham
Heart Fund
Raleigh County Memorial Building
Woman's Missionary Society of First Baptist Church
Straley Hatcher
Tolley Dr
Maxwell Hill
Fine Arts Department
Degree of Honor Lodge
John R. Scott
Temple
LSA
Isabella
Wooddell’s
Jewelry Store
Court House
Ladies’ Shoes
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