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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1956

Page

8

Miss Mitchell Feted With Shower in Richmond

Miss Virginia Mitchell to be wed December first by Rev C F Walker after a bridal shower Tuesday night at the Richmond Recreation Room. Guests included Mrs J M Robertson and many local area friends with games and prizes, reflecting a festive pre wedding gathering.

Virginia Mitchel C.F. Walker J. M. Robertson Richmond John Parkusow A. F. Holyfield Mary Anna At’lkins Margaret Kerr Noah Adams P. E. Richmond Reba Summers Ollie Painter Andy Hajash Paul S. Myers Ray Mitchell 5. C. Crawford Charles Lilly Roscoe Lilly Aubrey Bryant Jacqueline Bragg Bill Arthur Dewey Griffith W. N. Teach J. R. Webb MM. G. Maples Annie Long Alma Walker Ella Sue Stover Clara Mae Redden Karen Myers Mim Pamela Myers Marsha Kay Myers Betty Parker Rose Adkins Ramona Epting Constance Flannigan Augusta Bridwell Virginia Mitchol Daniel P. Crawford Ann Hedden

Marriage Permit Applications in Raleigh County Court

Marriage permit applications recorded by the Raleigh County Court clerk list applicants including Ray Orland Cook 33 of Mabscott and Mabel Mitchem 33 daughter of Alle Mitchem, along with Willie H Walker 63 and Hester Beatrice Jones 48 daughter of Florence Bostick East Beckley. James Elmer Lilly 19 son of Roy Bursk and Hazel Lilly of Daniels and Virginia Estaline Cadle 6 daughter of Elijah and Rachel Cadle Blue Jay. Thomas Linwood Haynes 22 son of Paul Morrison and Mary Ruth Haynes of Roanoke Virginia and Ruth Ann Mills 18 daughter of Lacy Floyd and Maude Elizabeth Mills White Oak.

Ray Orland Cook Mabscott Mabel Mitchem Alle Mitchem MacArthur Willie H. Walker Hester Beatrice Jones Florence Bostick East Beckley James Elmer Lilly Roy Bursk Hazel Lilly Daniels Virginia Estaline Cadle Elijah Rachel Caile Blue Jay Thomas Linwood Haynes Paul Morrison Mary Ruth Haynes Roanoke Ruth Ann Mills Lacy Floyd Maude Elizabeth Mills Oak

Supermarket beef roasts and pork cuts on weekend sale

The Associated Press notes housewives can find rich roasts and beef cuts in supermarkets and neighborhood grocers this weekend with pork roasts and chops also discounted by 4 to 10 cents in some areas. Turkey prices dip to the lowest in five years aiding Thanksgiving costs, while produce and fruit show mixed gains and savings.

Associated Press

Transform dining space into warm family room vibe

A home space makeover suggests converting the dining room into a casual family area with a conversation layout, repositioned furniture, and warm pastel colors. A highlighted tile floor insert near the window could serve as a decorative focal point while remaining practical for plant displays.

Coming Events and In a Nutshell for Women Readers

Community notices invite women to submit meeting announcements to the Women's Department with deadlines. Listings include Beckley Area Nurses Club, Beckley Art Group, and Rural Acres Garden Club meetings with dates, times, and locations. A nibble on Catherine de Medici highlights gloved leather fashion and a tip on meat safety when thawed.

Women's Department Beckiey Sewspayers Catherine de Medici

Beckleyans Attend Pioneers Luncheon

Beckley Council of the Telephone Pioneers of America president Mrs. Virginia Spangler and secretary treasurer Mrs. Alma Martin attended a luncheon at the Logan Woman's Club. Guest of honor was B. H. Endifeoth, a retired Logan member, presented a gift. Attending and guests included Logan and Charleston leaders such as Frank Reardon Carey Frothingham Marion Gillett L. E. Thompson CEB Lilly Katherine Braun Pegsie Blevins Ada Bell Dingess R. T. Collison J. L. Johnson Mrs. Georgia Stanley and W. L. Goldsmith.

Virginia Spangler Beckley Council The Telephone Pioneers of America Alma Martin Telephone Pioneers Logan Woman's Club Christine Pirring B. H. Endifeoth Lo ‘Gan Group Association Washington, D. C Carey Frothingham Charleston Marion Gillett L. E. Thompson C. EB. Lilly Katherine Braun Pegsie Blevins Ada Bell Dingess Logan R. T. Collison J. L. Johnson Georgia Stanley W. L. Goldsmith Beckley

Hummingbird Club Plans December Meeting with Games

The Hummingbird Junior Garden Club met Friday at Pebble and Tommy Cook's Stam ford Road home. Members approved December plans including a gilt exchange. Tommy Cook led games. prizes went to Sally Ann Sofak and Jerry McManamay. Refreshments were hosted by Mrs Ruben Cook with several members present.

Hummingbird Ala Pebble Tommy Cook Stamford Rd Sally Ann Sofak Jerry McManamay Ruben Cook George P. Davis III Debbie Gail Davis Janet Kessler Judith Kessler Paul McManamay Eleanor Shortt Sandra Kay Smith Jerilynna Stover Earl Smith Andy Cook

Ladies Aid Campaign Nets 450 For Coal City Church

The Ladies Aid of Coal City Community Church reported $450 raised in the Dollar Drive conducted Oct 29 30 and 31 to reduce debt on new church furniture. A remaining balance of $700 plus roof costs awaits donations. Plans include a charity dinner Dec 3 in the Masonic building and a Christmas pot-luck Dec 14 at Mrs Whitley's home.

Coal City Bess Cole H. C. Whitley Ladies Aid Ma Sonic Eastern Star Lodge Church Furniture Fund Dogwood Garden Club Adres Aid Whitley Glenna Whitely Bernie Rubin Gene Rubin Carson Booth Homer Sanders Addie Nelson Earl Farley George Cole Elsie Thomas J. A. Elliott Mae Cole C. Harvey J. Jackson Jack Tankersley Garnet O'Donnell Patricia Whitely James Powell

Mrs Jack Boblett Heads Young Adults at Maxwell Hill

Mrs Jack Boblett becomes president of the Young Adult Class at Maxwell Hill Baptist Church after a Monday meeting at the Cook home. Officers named include Victor Garlow as vice president Robert Broughman treasurer Mrs Densil Fitzgerald secretary and assistant treasurer Mrs Carl Conk and Mrs Robert Broughman as devotional chairs. A program from the 6th and 100th Psalms was presented by Miss Betty Broughman. Attendees listed include the Broughmans Garlows Lilly, Bobletts Fitzgeralds Lindays Cook and Sgt. and Mrs. Cook.

Jack Boblett Maxwell Hill Betty Broughman Robert Broughman Victor Garlow H. E. Lilly Denzil Fitzgerald Marilyn Jeff Harry Broughman Ann Betty Lindsay Kay Cook Linda Patty Boblett Sgt Mrs Cook

Reworked Eisenhower Pumpkin Chiffon Pie inspires cake

A nostalgic recipe adaptation recreates Mrs. Eisenhower’s Pumpkin Chiffon Pie as an eight inch chiffon cake. The method uses gelatin, evaporated milk, and spices with pumpkin to yield a light dessert that slices well. Portions serve about 12 to 14.

Dwight D. Eisenhower Mrs. Eisenhower

Devotional Leads Mission Society Meeting At Calloway Church

Mrs. Smith presided as program chair for the Mission Society No. 2 at Calloway Baptist Church home. Devotion by Mrs. Smith with hymn and scripture reading. Officers were elected for the coming year and plans set for a Christmas dinner December 20. Also notes on Fellowship Class and First Baptist Church Christmas party plans, bazaar, and baskets for the needy.

George meim‘Smith Mission Society Calloway Baptist Church Carl Campbell Calloway Heights Joe Pachuta Burton Royal Walker Treadway Crab Orchard Baptist Church J. P. Hughes W.F. Wiant Eddie First Baptist Church Norman Masters Mabscott Harwood James Iehurch Masters Richard Lewis Mary Carpenter Pete Karvasky James Patton H. EB. Milton Jr

Steak Loaf Lesson for Cooling Summer Meals

During hot weather broil a large steak and slice the leftovers for another meal. Heat the meat in a tomato and mushroom sauce for spaghetti style serving. Accompany with toast for a quick, hearty dish.

Local Thanksgiving Notes and Birth Announcements Update

Personal notes record Thanksgiving visits among families in Beckley and nearby towns. Several Armentrout relatives and Wyant family members planned gatherings in Huntington, Fairview Avenue, and Clarksburg areas. Births announced include Angela Given, Nov. 11, Bangor Air Force Hospital, and James Edward Muse, Nov. 17, City Hospital Springfield Ohio.

Edward Stewart Angela Given Air Force Hospital Bangor Maine Stewart Jeanetta Hollandsworth Alr J. ¥. Hollandsworth Fairdale Sharon Kaye Edward Muse Jr James Edward City Hospital Springfield Ohio Muse Fern McKinney Jane Luther McKinney Vance

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Miss Mitchell Crab Orchard Garden Club Rebecca Clay Luke Frances Wilcox Cecil Edmonds C. W. Rife Warren French Clyde Fitzpatrick Hazel Davis W. H. Boyd Haven Clay Orpha Sandra Riffe Basil Wilcox Ray Mitchel Grandview Lloyd Dobbins Meyers Ave S. C. Crawford Crab Orchard Ann Redden Jean Crawford Paul Myers Andrew Molina S. ¢. Crawford Basil Summers Dobbins Raleigh County Food Review Valencia Venesuela Joseph Merz Firestone and Rubber Mant Merz Monica Joseph Amy New Orleans Nella Line Buenos Aires Argentina Mike. Verde S. Heher St Cinccinnali Cincinnati Akron Venezuela William Brinkley Peyton Place Grace Melatious Edwin Y Connor Francoise Agan Mame Patrick Dennis Kathryn Julee John *. Kennedy Dan Dale Alexander Irving Stone Eisenhower Robert J. Donovan West Virginia University Beckley Area Richmond Recreation Room Beckley Art Group H. L. Bragg Catloway Heights Priday Rural Acres Garden Club Sota-Cola Social Room Beckleyans Pioneers Hummingbird Club Becky Willis Rita Pichasitozzi Addie Wighlander Don Bunch Knecton Band Mrs. Smith Meeting of Mission Society St. Stephen's Episcopal Church St. Stephen's Guild Hatantal Crags Pruyo Mrs. Womens Wrug Store Charles Jessup Neville St. Beckley C. S. Lewis ,Jr Guild Ashton Mabel] Robertson Country Raleigh His Swift Turkey B. Armentrout Fairview Ave N. W James Fries V. Harvington Independence JS R. Armentrout Max Meadows Jacqueline Wyont Clyde Ist Daytona Beach Fla Florida Arthur Wyont Huntington J. H. Boyd Boyds Inlaw Arnold Wyant Clyde St Ann Armentraut West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon R.B. Armentrout Kay Custer Harrisonburg M. H. Hedrick Mason T Raleigh General Hospital K. K. Rand Harper Road E. B. King Iloanoke Westinghouse Marty’s Quality Home Furnishings Prince St Beckley Superior Sterling Co. Distributors Clark Stores Clark’s Neville
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