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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1954
Page
2
The article suggests using a dining room or kitchen table as a study center. It advises a well-lit, organized space with a blotter, a large portfolio, and sharpened pencils, keeping materials ready for study and easy to put away afterward. It emphasizes creating a dedicated study area at home even without a separate room or desk.
A new Lazy Susan is a heat proof revolving trivet designed for under snack platters casseroles and even TV sets. It is made of hardboard and supports up to 400 pounds of weight.
A new inflatable plastic bumper for cribs or play pens promises easy cleaning and durability. It resists stains from gummy foods water oils and baby powders and wipes clean without residue.
Advice on creating a comfortable learning space for kids with a pencil holder pen ink paper clips a wastebasket good lighting and a cushion footstool if needed. Emphasizes a pleasant family environment and more effective study time.
Applications for marriage licenses from Raleigh County Clerk list Randell Russell 22 and Naomi Massey 20 of Arnett, Eddie S. Thomas 23 and Vera Mahan 20 of Stotesares, Fredrick Ameling 21 and Carol Lewis 17 of Beckley, William Catus 24 and Thelma Staples 21 of Winding Gulf, Theodus Greer 20 and Shirley Turner 20 of Firee ce and East Beckley.
Clever homemakers top coffee tables with stainproof clay tiles to achieve a quality look and practical use. With hundreds of texture and size options plus 200 shade varieties, tile surfaces match any room design. Scratchproof tiled table tops prove ideal for homes with active children.
Cut brown and serve rolls lengthwise, place cheese and partly cooked bacon in each cut. Brush tops with melted butter, dust paprika, then bake according to package directions for a flavorful teatime treat.
An early Christmas planning guide for women outlines seven rules for festive dressing. Emphasizing simple elegant fabrics, one accent jewelry piece, high heels, slightly longer hair, a full skirt with a petticoat, after-five glamour, and budget-conscious buying to avoid financial worry.
Promote Pattern M350 inspired by Dior with a two piece crepe silk faille hip band design. Indicates Misses sizes 10 through 18 and fabric yardage for size 16. Offers mail order from Raleigh Register Pattern Department New York with 50 cent price.
A group of 50 Paris originals designed by 16 French Haute Couture members will be reproduced for the American wholesale market for holiday wear. A joint American French show in New York spotlighted festive hats in pastel satins chiffons and velvets with sequins jewels and flowers. French milliners listed include Albauy Simone Cange Claude Saint Cyr Legroux Soeurs Maude et Nano Gilbert Orcel Paulette Rebous Svend Rose Valois Jean Patou Jane Blanchot Christian Dior Jacques Fath Balenciaga and Hubert de Givenchy.
This piece guides decorating a Thanksgiving themed home beyond the dining room using framed mirrors. It suggests painting designs on mirror glass with sap soap paint, reflecting fall leaves and berries, and using gourds and corn for centerpieces. It notes a new twin grinding method for sharper mirror reflections.
Researchers say frequent haircuts do not speed growth. Hair grows about half an inch per month on average, with possible seasonal spurts. Growth is faster as hair emerges from the scalp and then slows down.
During a Sigma Deb Sub Deb Club meeting at Miss Harlene Burton's home on Orchard Avenue plans were made to hold bake and rum mage sales this month and to prepare a Thanksgiving basket for a needy family. Miss Sheridan Hancock led the devotional and prayer, while Miss Charlotte Berginnis taught the Scripture lesson. Refreshments were served to Jacque Goss, Carolyn Caudill, Judy Arbogast, Shirley Martin, Beverly Hayworth, Julia Fleshman, Charlotte Berginnis, and Sheridan Hancock.
More than 175 women attended World Community Day services at the Methodist Temple on Friday at 2 p.m. About 400 pounds of clothing and household linens were collected for shipment to Korea, along with $340 in contributions.
Guests for Sunday brunch will enjoy a menu featuring chilled unsweetened grapefruit in orange juice. French pancakes filled with current jelly, brown and serve sausages, homemade or bakery cinnamon rolls, and lots of strong coffee.
A surprise birthday gathering was held Friday night at 107 Queen Street for Mrs. Isadore R. Wein. Attendees from Beckley included Dr. Sol Fortunoff, Mr. and Mrs. Max Wonder, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Goldstein, Mr. and Mrs. A David Abrams, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Levine, Mrs. Esther Abrams, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Rudin, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Fink, and Morri R. Wein.
Frank Rasso son of Mr and Mrs Frank Rasso of Eccles has pledged the Kappa Alpha social fraternity at Marshall College Huntington He is a sophomore in the College of Arts and Science at Marshall
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