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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1966
Page
5
A fragmented note describes yearly requests from a woman’s group to chase a live tree for planting on grounds. It mentions Mrs. Leigh and Christmas wreaths contributing to a surrounding pact, but the garbled text leaves the exact event and participants unclear.
Women's organizations invited to use this column for announcements and calendars. Notices received by 10 a.m. will be used the same day. Sunday announcements must arrive before 10 a.m. Saturday. Wednesday Ceramics Class offered at the New River Arts and Crafts Building at 7 p.m.
Xi Alpha Gamma of Beta Sigma Phi at Drexel hosts Mrs. Kessinger as hostess for a 7:30 p m meeting at 120 Wilden Ave.
The Beckley Temple No 55 Pythian Sisters will install officers at 7 30 p m in the lodge hall of the Anderson Building on North Kanawha Street. All members are invited to attend this sectional event.
Gamma Gamma Phi Beta Sigma Phi announces an executive board meeting at Coca Social Room at 7 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 7 30 p.m. All members are requested to attend.
The events list shows a meeting at the Arts and Crafts Building at 7 p.m. and another gathering at 1303 F Street at 7 30 p.m. hosted by Mrs. Nathaniel Braxton.
An event listing notes a Lions Clubhouse gathering at Heaven venue at 7:30 p.m. Details are sparse but indicate a scheduled community meeting with local participation and an evening start time.
The Women’s Council of the Church gathers at Beckley Presbyterian Church in Laura Pierson Classroom at 1 30 p m for a scheduled meeting. Members are urged to attend as plans and activities are discussed.
The court session is set for 10 a.m. in Raleigh County with the home demonstration program likely to be discussed. Local residents and county officials anticipate updates on ongoing demonstrations and related funding.
The Prosperity Home Demonstration Club gathers at 7 30 p m at the home of Mrs Carl Toney in Prosperity for an evening meeting. The event centers on club activities and community outreach.
Curtain Callers hold a general meeting at The Playhouse in the evening. St Stephen’s Episcopal undercroft hosts an 8 pm session, with Al-Anon Family Group gathering at St. James Church undercroft at 8 pm.
The Ladies Mission group at Missionary Baptist Church invites attendees to a church social in the social room at 7 30 p m. The event highlights community fellowship and program discussion in a church setting.
The Social Saving Club will install officers and hold its annual dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Brooks in Beckley Junction at 2:30 p.m. with members invited to attend.
The Woman's Club of Central Baptist Church will meet at the home of Mrs. Jesse Hodge, 113 Truman Street, at 3 p.m. Members are to attend the afternoon gathering hosted by Mrs. Hodge.
Margaret Spader, home service consultant for the gas appliance manufacturers association, advises reading labels on white goods at sale time. Look for crease resistant finishes on sheets and pillow cases to reduce ironing after drying in a gas clothes dryer.
Scientists note gasoline is a mixture of various hydrocarbons rather than a single fixed compound. Its exact composition varies with refining methods, sources, and additives, meaning no universal chemical formula applies to gasoline as a whole.
Circles of the Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church scheduled Thursday meetings across locations. Leaders include Mrs French Davis Baraca Classroom 10:30 a.m. and others at homes and churches on Kanawha Street Granville Avenue Ellison Avenue and Park Avenue with start times from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Gulf Clubwomen announce plans to join a five program TV series sponsored by the West Virginia Federation Women's Club and Sears Roebuck Foundation. The January February broadcasts on West Virginia outlets will feature group discussions on meeting dynamics with five half hour programs.
Mr and Mrs Johnny Usher of Charleston S C announce the birth of a daughter Teresa Ann on January 2 at 1124 a m in a Charleston hospital. The baby weighed seven pounds. Grandparents include Mr and Mrs Travis R Ferrell of Charleston and great grandmother Mrs Blanche Ferrell. Other great grandparents are Bruce Carper of Chula Florida and the late Mrs Carper, formerly of Beckley.
The piece notes that homes lose up to 35 percent of heat through drafts around windows doors and cracks in walls floors and ceilings. Proper insulation reduces warm air loss and lowers fuel costs, increasing comfort and efficiency.
The text lists pattern sizes and bust measurements with yardage for dresses and trims. It specifies locations in New York NY 10018 and asks for full name, address, and pattern details plus 3 cents for first class mail.
Mr and Mrs John M Evans of Silver Springs Maryland returned Saturday after visiting sister in law Mr and Mrs R S Dodson of 123 Wilkes Ave Other guests were Mr and Mrs John Hughes of Pax Mrs Willis Trent of Raleigh Heights admitted to Raleigh General Hospital for observation and treatment Oliver See recuperating at Bluefield home of son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs R H Miller of Bluefield Also recuperating in Miller home is Mrs Oliver and Mrs T Wilson of Eccles treated in Bluefield hospital Son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs James D Hughes of Livermore California reside with relatives in Middleport Ohio.
Faye Rogers, a West Virginia University freshman in Morgantown, spent the holidays with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Deal returned home to Crab Orchard Monday from visiting their son and daughter-in-law M. Sgt. and Mrs. Herman Deal Jr. and Douglas Lang and Cynthia at Sioten, vet. Deal is stationed at Stewart AFB. The Deals also visited their son-in-law and Lon ne, Mr. and Mrs. Don R. Sue and Tana Kay.
Members and guests of Gamma Gamma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi attended a Raleigh County Armory New Year’s Eve party. Attendees included dozens of couples and several singles, such as Mrs. Stratton, Mr. Wiseman, Mr. Meadows, Mr. Pennington, Mrs. Harford Blanks hip, Miss Barbara Crotty, Darrell Ford, Miss Ginger Ayers, Judson Walker, and many others listed.
Miss Brenda Joyce Smith daughter of Mrs Lena Smith and the late Clarence Smith wed Harold Dwaine Hutchens son of Mrs Rita Hutchens and the late Carl Hutchens in a Friday evening ceremony at the Glenwhite Hie ary r. Rev Ralph Poole officiated in the couple’s Bellevue home. The bride wore a white wool knit dress with veil and satin band, a white orchid corsage, and was assisted by matron of honor Patricia Smith.
A Ruth Millett column summarizes an anthropologist finding that both sexes talk little on average about 10 or 11 minutes daily. Body cues and attentive listening, not words, drive communication, with husbands and wives misreading each other during gossip or daily troubles.
A gourmet shop is described as a store where customers can buy fancy foods at prices higher than they may find reasonable. The note contrasts upscale offerings with personal price preferences, highlighting the premium nature of the shop.
A lively product overview describes a 1960s style toy and clothing line for tots. It highlights machine washable cotton suede, corduroy pieces, knit tops, two way stretch pants, and nautical midy sets. The pieces mix fashion with practicality, featuring red white and blue palettes and rustic browns and greens.
Sophia Bowman remains hospitalized at Beckley Hospital for observation and treatment after admission on Thursday. Florence Weddle hosted holiday guests William Weddle of Xenia Ohio and Jack Weddle with family from Zanesville. Nancy Satsonny returned to Washington DC after holidays with Mr and Mrs Watson Bowman. Visitors at W Ford home included D L Patton and Ray Stanton families from High Point North Carolina.
The state Department of Natural Resources announces a May 11 15 event at Blackwater Falls State Park. WVU biology staff lead four coordinators to identify blooming species with photography experts on site. A small fee is paid at the pilgrimage. Virgil Spitzer handles lodging bookings.
A recipe for pam cakes from a gas appliance manufacturers association recommends six thin slices of boiled or baked ham. Coat evenly then fry on a gas griddle to finish.
Installing air conditioning now leverages the existing gas furnace and ductwork to cool and dehumidify indoor air. It can improve air quality by reducing cooking smoke and tobacco odors while minimizing dust and humidity, even in shoulder seasons.
Weekend onan in the new year will vary in meats and vegetables. Fresh vegetables and fruits are sprouting across the Gulf states. Meat supplies look good with eggs reasonably priced on the West Coast. Beef roasts and duck steaks plentiful. In pork, Boston butt cuts chops and ham offer buys. Lamb is a wise meat buy with plenty of vegetables on hand including pole beans broccoli cabbage carrots cauliflower celery cucumbers onions taste, tomatoes and lentils, apples, bananas, grapes, oranges and tangerines. Peanuts and pecans still are on supply.
Dear Polly letters reveal practical crafts and hacks. Suggestions include making adult bibs from bath towels with neck slits and bias tape, using ribbon ties for easy wear, and repurposing towels for medical and meal use. Other notes cover broom makeovers from nylon stocking, hanging a versatile clothes bag, Dutch nursery doors, and using an emery board to strip old paint from tight spots.
Remove Room Gloom provides a broad selection of heating solutions to fit every area in the home. It emphasizes variety in types and styles to cover different rooms and design preferences while ensuring efficient warmth.
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