Camelot themed luncheon Inspires Woman's Club review
The Beckley Woman's Club held its All-Department Luncheon at the Beckley-Winn Hotel with an English Camelot theme. Dr. Cleo Dawson delivered a broadway play review, likening Tennyson's Idylls of the King to live stage traits, while Camelot models, English decor, and teaware reinforced the mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Fazio
Camelot
Beckley-Winn Hotel
Woman’s Club of
Beckley
Cleo Dawson
Tennyson
Dr. Dawson
Merlin
Polly's Quiz on Spring Decorating Trends
Polly advises avoiding matched furniture to create lively interiors with mixed fabrics and colors. Readers share color and finish dilemmas, from maple to walnut stains, and seek guidance on bold palettes, painting, and arranging new sofas and chairs to brighten white rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
P. L
Fabric Color Spray Brightens Dull Upholstery
Household hints describe a new aerosol fabric color spray that revives faded upholstery and decor items with a simple application. A second item advises regular pet bathing to prevent contagion to children and to treat pet diseases promptly.
Treat for tots frozen banana snack idea
A simple no mess refreshment uses bananas cut in two and skewered. Bananas are dipped in sour cream then chocolate, frozen uncovered in the refrigerator, and wrapped for serving as a cold treat.
Incidents In The Lives Of People You Know
Six year old Suzanne Smith of the Beckley Child Care Center was discharged from Beckley Hospital after treatment for injuries suffered when struck by a car on May 11. William K. Smith, son of Mr and Mrs William H Smith, has been promoted to petty officer third class aboard the USS Boston. Mrs A R Braun was discharged from Beckley Hospital after weeks of treatment for injuries from an automobile accident. Mr and Mrs Ralph Carper and children Susan and Scott of Washington DC visited his parents in East Prince Street. Mrs Carper will stay a week with Mr and Mrs Orford Thompson. Mrs C S McKinney returned home on Rural Acres Drive after treatment at Raleigh General Hospital since May 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suzanne Smith
Beckley Child Care Center
Beckley Hospital
William H. Smith
Russell Sr
William K. Smith
Boston
A. R. Braun
Harper Road
Ralph Carper
Susan and
Scott
Washington, D. C
Leon Carper
East Prince Street
Cleveland Couple Visiting Eccles Relative
Mr and Mrs Ivan Smith of Cleveland Ohio visit Mrs Della Fuller in Eccles Mrs Fuller had just returned Friday from a visit with her parents Mr and Mrs W A Johnson of Pulaski
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivan Smith
Cleveland
Ohio
Della Fuller
Eccles
Hicks Returns From Five Day Leave To Norfolk Base
A. B. E. 3 Freedie Elroy Hicks has returned to his Norfolk Virginia base after spending a five day leave with his wife and children at Eccles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.B.E
Freedie Elroy Hicks
Norfolk, Va
Eccles
Parents Meeting Set For 1962 Graduation Dance
Mrs. George P. Davis Jr finance chairman reminds WWHS parents that Tuesday is the deadline to turn in funds for the June 5 Raleigh County Armory dance after commencement. A second meeting will be held Friday at 7 p.m. in the Raleigh County Courthouse courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George P. Davis Jr
Raleigh County Armory
Raleigh County
Births at Raleigh General Hospital Highlight May Additions
Local families announce births at Raleigh General Hospital listing parents names and addresses and details for eleven newborns. Names include Michael Dean Miller William Ray Jr Carl Edward Sweeney Deborah Ann James Curtis Jr Richard Dwain Vernal Reid Kevin Clark Robert Dillard Jr William Gregory with birth dates May 7 to May 17 and weights ranging from four to nine pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Miller
Eccles
Raleigh General Hospital
Michael Dean
Lena Carol
Hardy R. Miller
S. Heber Sr
William Ray Jr
William R. Peters
Sullivan
Carl Cox Jr
Skelton
Carl Edward
Charles Dwayne
Charles H. Sweeney
Crab Orchard
Raleigh Genral Hospital
Deborah Ann
Edsel E. Armentrout
Bradley
James C. Handy
Helen
James Curtis Jr
Richard Dwain
Clarence W. Lilly Jr
Beaver
Vernal Reid
David L. Bennett
Howard E. Akers
Coal City
Kevin Clark
Robert Dillard Jr
Robert D. Boxley
Woodlawn Ave
William Gregory
William B. Sweeney
Charleston
Coming Events for Beckley Women’s Groups Column
Women organizations are invited to submit notices for regular or special meetings. For same day use, send by 10 a.m. to the Woman's Department at Beckley Newspapers. Sunday calendar notices must reach offices by 10 a.m. Saturday. Monday events include Gulf Sub-Debs at 6:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse and other club meetings around Beckley. Tuesday features Beckley Art Group, North Lester PTA, and a Mother-Daughter luncheon sponsored by King's Daughters.
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Woman’s Department of
Beckley
Thrifty Homemakers and Sorority Installations
The Thrifty Homemakers Club at Mrs. Roman Phillips home on Meadows Street meets at 1 p.m. Xi Alpha Gamma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority installs officers with a reception at Black Knight Country Club at 7:30 p.m.
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Lawrence Boyden
Bostick Ave
Thrifty Homemakers Club
Roman Phillips
Meadows St
Xi Alpha Gamma
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Black Knight Country Club
Woman's Society meeting at Methodist Temple
The Woman's Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Temple holds a general meeting at the temple. The Woman's Improvement League hosts at Mrs. Lottie Redd's home, 105 Hoover Ave., at 2 p m with Mrs. Pearl Pickens as co host.
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Woman's Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Temple
General Meeting
Temple
Woman's Improvement League
Lottie Redd
Hoover Ave
Pearl Pickens
Why Headache Struggles Hit Intelligent People Hard
Doctors note that high achieving, perfectionist individuals may experience more headaches due to overcommitment and concern. Modern clinics report rising findings on personality linked pain and stress related headaches. A new medication Micrainin offers non aspirin relief with Pyridine and N acetyl phenol ingredients, promoted as a distinct option in headache relief. Carter Products promotes Micrainin through druggists.
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Carter
Niacia
Beckley Woman's Club junior dinner dance highlights
The Black Knight Country Club hosted the Beckley Woman's Club Junior Department annual dinner dance on Friday night. Speaker table guests included Mr. and Mrs. Tom Trottino, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Barker, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee Daniels, and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel H. Warren. Mrs. Barker became department chairman succeeding Mrs. Daniels, who is named Southern District chairman of the Junior Department, West Virginia Federation of Women's Clubs. Mrs. Trottino served as corresponding secretary and Mrs. Warren organized the event, with about 107 members and guests in attendance.
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Hansel Poling
WVFWC
Fred Hurt
Federation
Faith McClung
Maria Nell Webb
Lena Thompson
Golden Age Club
Lacy Cole
Gulf Woman's Club
Raymond Eye
Shady Spring District
Woman’s Club
Hart
John E. McKenzie
Arthur Rees
American Home Department
Robert H. Frilen
Duke Williams
Clyde Barker
Black Knight Country Club
Woman’s Club of
Beckley
Tom Trottino
Robert Lee Daniels
Daniel H. Warren
Barker
Daniels
West Virginia Federation of
Trottino
Warren
BK Country Club
C. B. Shingleton
James Roberts
Paul Payne Jr
James C. Higgins
Robert Lee
Miss Sandra Foster to compete in Miss Beckley June 2
Sandra Jane Foster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Foster, will compete for Miss Beckley on June 2 at Memorial Building Auditorium. A Woodrow Wilson High School senior, she graduates June 5 after active involvement in Booster Club and Vocal Club and participation in a minstrel. Her three minute talent will be a modern jazz performance.
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Gamma Gamma
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Sandra Jane Foster
Beckley
Memorial Building
Robert W. Foster
Wildwood Ave
Woodrow Wilson High School
Sandra
Low Heels Return for Evening Wear This Summer
Fashion notes favor low heels replacing high heels for evening wear. The gold cobra pump features a low stacked heel. While shopping linen dresses this summer ensure the skirt is lined to keep shape in humid weather.
New Jewelry Adds Glamor to Wardrobe Dresses
New buttons or a dash of appropriate costume jewelry give new attractiveness to dresses now in the wardrobe.
Beauty Tips for Spring Hats and Makeup Harmony
A note advises that even a tiny spring hat acts as a bold color point. It urges matching makeup to the hat to ensure a harmonized look, highlighting how small accessories can define facial appeal.
Nylon support stockings for standing women
If you have a job that tires your legs, try nylon support stockings. They are not just for medical problems. They will relieve strain for any woman who stands or walks a great deal.
Science Shrinks Piles Without Surgery with new Preparation H
New healing substance Bio-Dyne discovered by a world famous institute shrinks hemorrhoids, stops itching, and relieves pain without surgery. Case after case shows actual reduction while easing discomfort. The treatment named Preparation H is available as suppository or ointment at drug counters.
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New York, N. Y
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Robert H. Frisen
Civic
Robert Thomson Jr
Fine Arts Department
Fred Roschi
Jack Mann
Thomson
R. B. Armentrout
Fazio
Raymond Skiles
McKenzie
S. Earl Snead
Roy L. Herndon
Robert L. Amick
F. E. Fender
Carlyle S. Bolen
A. Robert Koch
Roy E. Smith
M. W. Arnold
Floyd M. Sayre
Roschi
Jan Campbell
D.A
Raleigh County Garden Council
Charles W. Merritt
Highland Club
Thomas Keyser
Phymosia Club
Merritt
Keyser
George W. Bright
C. J. Bepler
Elmer H. Banker
Mountain Top Club
Masonic Temple
Howe Street
G. M. Powers
Main Street
Pioneer Savings Club
Robert Webb
Canaday St
Prosperous Hills Garden Club
Dry Hill
Prosperity Community
Beckley Art Group
the Playhouse
North Lester
Parent-Teacher Association
King’s Daughters
First Baptist Church
Judea Shrine No. 13
White Shrine of
Phymosia Garden Club
Henry L. Walker
Westwood Drive
E. J. MacFarland
WWHS
Earl
WSAZ
Manners
NEA
QML
Richmon Cleaners
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