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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1948
Page
8
Beckley friends organize additional pre-nuptial parties for Mary Lu Graham, fiancée of James Page, as their social calendar centers on the upcoming wedding. The article notes the couple’s plans and local festivities leading to the nuptials.
Advert describes Two Piecer by Sue Burnett pattern 6342 for a blouse and full skirt in sizes 10 through 20. Includes yardage for 39 inch fabric and price 25 cents. Also mentions Spring and Summer fashion feature in The Raleigh Register. A separate bridal announcement notes June 30 wedding plans with multiple receptions and attendants in Beckley.
The Rev. and Mrs. M. H. Miller of 100 Orchard Avenue announce a son Milo Dwain born on the 22nd at Raleigh General Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bowling of Glen Morgan announce a son born Monday at Raleigh General Hospital weighing six pounds seven ounces. The rest of the text contains a casserole recipe and cooking instructions rather than additional birth details.
The Beckley Junior Chamber of Commerce sponsors a sport shirt party dance at the recreation building continuing Friday night events. The no dress shirts or ties rule adds a casual theme while Hugh McPherson and his Orchestra provide the music to raise funds for the recreation commission.
A regional notices page lists travels and plans of residents. Charles Hankin and Faye Maynard of Helen depart for Portsmouth Wisconsin with Washington, DC visits planned. Clara Vecellio leaves for Columbus Ohio to join Ohio State summer session. William Klein and wife travel to Mackinac Island for Lincoln National Life Insurance convention and Lake Huron cruise, returning to Berkeley around July 9. Frank Carper in Huntington hospital recovering from major stomach operation.
Miss Margaret Anne Hawley bride elect of Ted W Waronicki will host a buffet supper for her bridal party tonight after the wedding rehearsal on the lawn of Dr and Mrs John O'Dell Raleigh Knights. Guests include matron of honor Mrs Ray Hanley ushers Robert Hodge and Jimmy Davis and other relatives and friends.
Phaltiyy Alexander McDaniel II wed Alis Betty Lee Mulins in a double ring ceremony at First Christian Church BeeStey. The bride wore duchess satin with venetian lace and pearl accents. her gown featured eight rows of lace and a pearl headpiece. Attendants included matron of honor in a green taft gown and bridesmaids, as the couple plans a honeymoon in the Nev states and Can.
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