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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1956

Page

2

Rebekah Lodge Initiates Three New Members

Three women were initiated as new members of the Golden Gate Rebekah Lodge at an 8 p.m. ceremony in Mabscott’s Odd Fellows Hall. Initiates are Mrs. Jean Radford, Mrs. Blanche Turner, and Mrs. Elizabeth Hereford, with Gail Browning presiding as noble grand and Ada Johnson guiding as degree captain.

Golden Gate Rebekah Lodge Odd Fellows Hall Mabscott Jean Radford Blanche Turner Elizabeth Hereford Gail Browning Noble Grand Ada Johnson Bertha Hedgepath Dempsey Eddy Arthur Lindsay Thelma Hedrick Hollie Williams Clarence Wooten Frank Facello Roscoe Williams George Williams Irene Williams Oscar Trump Mae Beammer Anna Mooney Luther Fink Harold Landers Randal King O. R. Taylor Frank Rogers Imogene Shumate Betty Harvey

Versatile Style Pattern 4837 For Women’s Sizes 36 to 50

The Spring-Summer Fashion World features Pattern 4837 a versatile housecoat dress in seersucker pique and other fabrics. Sizes 36 through 50 require different yardage with a 35 cent price plus 5 cents extra for first class mail. Pattern available from Pattern Bureau Beckley Raleigh Register Box 42 Old Chelsea Station New York 11.

Beckley Raleigh Register Old Chelsea Station New York N.o

Beckleyan Leads Choral Group In Mother's Day Sing

At the 19th Mother's Day Sing at West Virginia University the Beckley-based Beckleyan-Chi Omega chorus directed by Miss Carol Sue Truman won first place for the second year running. The group earns the first place trophy and the Woodburn Traveling Trophy for three-year wins, performing The Ballad of Barbery Allen. Delta Delta Delta took second. Alpha Xi Delta received honorable mention. In the men’s division, Phi Delta Theta won first, Phi Kappa Psi was second, and Sigma Nu earned honorable mention, with Beckley resident Harry Cooke singing with Phi Kappa Psi.

West Virginia University Carol Sue Truman Beckley Chi Omega Woodburn Barbery Allen Delta Delta Delta Sorority Alpha Xi Delta Mary Ann Davis Frances Jones Susie Pyles Jane Lee Jones Oakil Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Phi Kappa Psi Sigma Nu Harry Cooke

Twin babies born to Paul Gregory in Colcord

Coal River personals note the birth of a boy and girl to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gregory of Colcord on May 7, adding they have two other children. The column then lists numerous regional visits and recoveries, including relatives in Alexandria Virginia, Columbus Ohio, Dayton Ohio, and Cleveland Ohio, plus local social visits and military airman James Flowers returning from England to visit Doris Kuhn in Sylvester.

Colcord RNS Paul Gregory Gregorys Joe Asbury Don Bradley Alexandria Lovell Griffith Charleston Lacy Thompson Columbus Ohio Grace Thompson Herbert Dillon Dayton Luther Dillon Vernie Toney Patty John Casteele Debbie Snowden Thompson Freddie Herron Cleveland Bobby Rutledge Améagle University of Virginia Hospital University of Virginia Zella Jarrell B. L. Kuhn Sylvester Lowell Fitzwater James Flowers Elkview England New York Coal River Area Doris Kuhn Flowers Harry Kern Bluefield

Cool Banana Maple Beverage for Kids

Mash ripe bananas and mix with maple syrup and milk to create a cool nourishing drink kids will enjoy. Simple, tasty and kid friendly, it combines fruit sweetness with dairy for a refreshing treat.

Quick Sauce for Cottage Pudding from Jelly

Melt currant or grape jelly to form a simple quick sauce for cottage pudding. The glossy glaze enhances the dessert with a fruity sweetness and smooth texture.

Darlington Family Reunion Held At Arnett Home

A family reunion Sunday gathered members from Arnett and Cleveland. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Bill Darlington and children. Mrs Molly Dean and Lois Darlington. Mr and Mrs Orthan Darlington and Stanley. Mr and Mrs Kenneth Darlington. Also present were Mrs Denver Dickens and children Gary Glenda and Rudy of Meadowsville. Bob by Brown and children Linda Wanda and Ned. Nelta Carol Denver and Orrie Clayton joined from Arnett.

Bill Darlington Arnett Molly Dean Lois Darlington Orthan Darlington Stanley Kenneth Darlington Cleveland Ohio Denver Dickens Gary Glenda Rudy Meadowsville Bobby Brown Linda Wanda Ned Nelta Carol Denver Orrie Clayton

Doan's Pills Offer Relief for Backache and Fatigue

Nagging backache headache or muscular pains from overexertion or stress may come with restless nights. Doan's Pills relieve pain ease bladder irritation and provide mild diuretic action through the kidneys. Enjoyed by millions for over 60 years and now available in a new large economy size.

Dean Doan

Beef Tops Retail Sales At Local Butchers This Weekend

The Associated Press reports beef will be the main meat in special weekend sales as wholesale prices rise. Lamb and pork costs have increased, narrowing bargain options. beef remains comparatively affordable versus a year ago. Shoppers will also find locally grown vegetables such as spinach radishes onions peppers and cabbage with fruit including oranges grapefruit and early California cherries arriving.

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Girl Scout Investiture Service Held for Troop 4

Miss Ann Hitze led the Raleigh County Girl Scout Council investiture for Troop No. 4 at First Christian Church at 7 p.m. Monday. Pins were awarded to Marsha Wooton Andrea Covey Martha Brown and Patty Webber during the ceremony.

Ann Hitze Raleigh County Girl Scout Council First Christian Church Ezra Ashworth Marsha Wooton Andrea Covey Martha Brown Patty Webber Ida Kay Amon Ellen Burleson Lila Ashworth Vicki Shumate Katy Jo Vargo Mary Ellen Houchins Sparkle George Rhonda Lipscomb Mary Wray J. J. Vargo Jennings George Collis Amon H. Dale Covey Herman Houchins

Leftover yolks spark custard sauce and mayo ideas

Leftover egg yolks inspire simple homemade sauces. Soft custard sauce pairs with fruit, while mayonnaise offers a rich, versatile topping. Both rely on basic ingredients and quick whisking for smooth results.

Christian Youths Elect New Officers

Officers of the Christian Youth Fellowship of the First Christian Church were installed in a candle light service Sunday evening conducted by Dr. A H Wilson. Fernin Shrewsbury was named president for 1956 57 with Bill Shannon as vice president and Peg gy Davis secretary. Other posts filled include Doug Walters treasurer Miss Keith Cooke study chair Miss Mary Ann Butterworth worship chair Miss Mary Ellen Thorpe enlistment chair Miss Linda Triggs service chair and James Lowe recreation chair. Peggy Davis paid tribute to Mothers and Anna Dean Williams sang Mother. A reception followed the program with Sandra Prince retiring president presiding at the punch table.

Christian Youth Fellowship of the First Christian Church A.H. Wilson Fernin Shrewsbury Bill Shannon Peggy Davis Doug Walters Keith Cooke Mary Ann Butterworth Mary Ellen Thorpe Linda Triggs James

Dessert shells with sherbet and vanilla ice cream

Preserve orange shells after juicing by trimming edges and removing membranes. Fill with a layer of sherbet and a layer of vanilla ice cream, then freeze. A handy make ahead treat for entertaining guests.

Audrey Manning Weds Winton Hewitt in Pennsylvania

Miss Audrey Jeanne Manning marries Winton Edward Hewitt at Union Methodist Church Brookline Pennsylvania. Ceremony noon May 5 officiated by Rev Henry Hewitt with attendants including Mrs Donald Strickland and Miss Bar A y ie Milliken. After reception the couple plans residence in Key West Florida while Hewitt serves in the Navy and will discharge in August.

Audrey Jeanne Manning Winton E. Hewitt Pennsylvania Winton Edward Hewitt Union Methodist Church Brookline Henry Hewitt H. W. Manning Grace Hewitt MacArthur James Hewitt Donald Strickland Homer Hopf Philadelphia Bar- A Yie Milliken Lake Hapatcong Key West Fla Submarine Division Navy Virginia Polytechnic Institute Blacksburg Philadelphia General Hospital Woodrow Wilson High School Raymond Payne Charleston Denver Miller Portsmouth

Garlic Flavor in Mayonnaise Elevates Fish

A note suggests adding crushed garlic to mayonnaise for a garlic flavored spread. The method enhances fish dishes by pairing the rich mayo with garlic for a bolder profile.

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